DigiTech CF7 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Manufacturer’s Name: DigiTech®
Manufacturer’s Address: 8760 S. Sandy Parkway
Sandy, Utah 84070, U.S.A.

declares that the product:

Product name: CF 7
Product option: all (requires Class II power adapter that conforms
to the requirements of EN60065, EN60742, or
equivalent.)

conforms to the following Product Specifications:

Safety IEC 60065 (1998)
EMC EN 55013 (1990)
EN 55020 (1991)

Supplementary Information:

The product herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage
Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC as amended by
Directive 93/68/EEC.

Vice-President of Engineering - MI
8760 S. Sandy Parkway
Sandy, Utah 84070, U.S.A.
Date: September 11, 2006

European Contact: Your local DigiTech Sales and Service Office or

Harman Music Group
8760 South Sandy Parkway
Sandy, Utah, 84070 U.S.A.
Ph: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Warning

For your protection, please read the following:

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Do not use this apparatus near water.

5. Clean only with dry cloth.

6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in ac­cordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.

8. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

9. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.

10. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain
or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.

11. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or
moisture.

12. Refer to labels on the unit, including bottom cover, or
other markings and pertinent information.

Congratulations, you are the proud owner of a DigiTech® CF-7 Chorus
Factory™. The CF-7 offers the lush sounds from seven of the most
popular chorus pedals ever designed into a single compact pedal.

Maybe you’ll only use one model, on one setting; or maybe you’ll explore
all seven classic models to their full capacity, and use both the CF-7’s out­puts to connect to two amps for the full stereo experience. Either way,
you’ll have a full arsenal of rich chorus sounds!

You will definitely appreciate the sonic richness of each model, thanks to
our custom AudioDNA2® DSP chip. The CF-7’s models were meticu­lously designed to capture every nuance each pedal has to offer. And just
like all X-Series™ pedals, the CF-7 features our Flexible Output ModeTM,
equipped with our acclaimed CIT™ cabinet modeling for whenever you
need a guitar amp response when running the CF-7 directly into a mixer
or recording device.

So plug in your CF-7 and get ready for takeoff. You’ve got a whole world
of choruses and mod effects to discover.

Disclaimer: DigiTech, X-Series, CIT, Multi Chorus, Flexible Output Mode, AudioDNA2 and
Chorus Factory are trademarks of Harman International Industries, Inc. Other product names
modeled in this product are trademarks of their respective companies that do not endorse and
are not associated or affiliated with DigiTech or Harman International Industries, Inc. They are
trademarks of other manufacturers and were used merely to identify products whose sounds
were reviewed in the creation of this product.

1

Included Items

The DigiTech® Chorus FactoryTM Pedal includes the following items:

• DigiTech® Chorus FactoryTM Pedal

• This Owner’s Manual

• DigiTech Warranty Card

• DigiTech Brochure

Please make sure that all of these items have been included before you
get started.

2

Battery Replacement Directions

1. Using the tip of a 1/4" guitar cable,
push one of the release pins in on
either side of the pedal, and remove
the pedal from the pedal chassis.

2. Remove the battery from the battery
compartment and disconnect the bat­tery cable.

3. Connect a new battery to the battery
cable and put it back in the battery
compartment. Make sure the battery
cable does not interfere with the
spring or pedal switch arm.

4. Place one hole of the pedal over its
corresponding pin.

5. Push the opposite pin in and lower the
other side of the pedal into place over
the depressed pin. Release the pin.
When the pedal is properly fastened,
both release pins are flush with the
outer side of the pedal.

3

1. LEVEL (Tip)

Controls the effect output level or

mix of the selected Model.

2. CNTRL 1 (Ring)
Model dependent. Refer to the Cho-

rus Model Control Table on page

14 for more information.

3. SPEED (Tip)

Adjusts the modulation speed (or

rate) of the selected Model.

4. CNTRL 2 (Ring)
Model dependent. Refer to the Cho-

rus Model Control Table on page

14 for more information.

5. POWER SUPPLY JACK
Connect only the DigiTech® PS200R

(9V DC) power supply to this jack.

6. CNTRL 3 (Ring)
Model dependent. Refer to the Cho-

rus Model Control Table on page

4

14 for more information.

7. DEPTH (Tip)

Controls the effect depth of the

selected Model.

8. CHORUS MODEL
Selects one of the following seven

Chorus Models:

MODEL 1: DigiTech® Multi Chorus
MODEL 2: Based on the Voodoo

LabTM Analog Chorus
MODEL 3: Based on the TC

Electronic® Stereo Chorus Flanger
MODEL 4: Based on the

Fulltone® Choralflange™
MODEL 5: Based on the Boss® CH-

1 Super Chorus

MODEL 6: Based on the Electro­ Harmonix® Small Clone

MODEL 7: Based on the Boss® CE-

5 Chorus Ensemble

TM

®

TM

Please refer to the Model Descrip-

tions section on the following pages
for more information regarding each
model.

9. INPUT
Connect your instrument to this

®

jack. Connecting a guitar cable to
this jack supplies battery power even
though the Indicator LED may not
be lit. To prolong battery life, discon­nect all cables when not in use.

10. PEDAL RELEASE PINS

These two pins are spring-loaded

hinges that hold the pedal in place.
Push these pins in to release the
pedal from the pedal chassis expos­ing the battery compartment. Refer
the Battery Replacement Diagram
on page 3 for more information.

5

11. PEDAL

Press the pedal to turn the effect

on and off.

12. OUT 1 (MONO)

Connect this output to a single

guitar amplifier when only one amp
is being used. Use unbalanced 1/4"
instrument cables only.

13. INDICATOR LED

This LED indicates when the effect is

turned on. If the LED does not light
when the cables are connected, the
battery needs to be replaced.

6

14. OUT 2

Connect this output to a second

amplifier for true stereo chorusing.
Stereo is the best way to get the
most effective chorusing experience
from the Chorus FactoryTM pedal.
Use unbalanced 1/4" instrument
cables only.

MODEL DESCRIPTIONS

MODEL 1. DigiTech® Multi Chorus

This setting models DigiTech®’s Multi Chorus® pedal. The first multi-voice (16
voices) chorus pedal ever!

LEVEL – Controls the effect output level. Turn clockwise for more effect,
or counter-clockwise for less effect.

CNTRL 1 (EQ) – Adjusts the tone of the effect. Turn clockwise for
brighter tone, or counter-clockwise for warmer tone.

SPEED – Controls the rate that the chorus modulates. Turn clockwise to
increase the rate. Turn counter-clockwise to decrease the rate.

CNTRL 2 (Pre Delay) – Determines the amount of offset between
the two signals that create the chorus effect. Turn clockwise for a looser

chorus effect, or counter-clockwise for a tighter, more flanger-like effect.
DEPTH – Controls the depth of the chorus effect. Turn this knob clock-

wise to increase the depth for a thick chorus sound, or counter-clockwise
to decrease the depth for a shallow, light chorus sound.

CNTRL 3 (Voice) – Controls the number of chorus voices used. At
the knob’s minimum position, only a single chorus voice is present. Turn
clockwise for more voices. At the maximum position, 16 voices are heard
interacting with one another (when using stereo mode).

®

7

Model 2. Voodoo LabTM Analog Chorus

The Voodoo LabTM Analog Chorus pedal has a distinctively organic tone that
faithfully clones the 1976 Boss® CE-1.

LEVEL – Controls the effect output level. Turn clockwise for more effect,
or counter-clockwise for less effect.

CNTRL 1 (EQ) – Adjusts the tone of the effect. Turn clockwise for
brighter tone, or counter-clockwise for warmer tone.

SPEED – Controls the rate that the chorus modulates. Turn clockwise to
increase the rate. Turn counter-clockwise to decrease the rate.

CNTRL 2 (Pre Delay) – Determines the amount of offset between
the two signals that create the chorus effect. Turn clockwise for a looser
chorus effect, or counter-clockwise for a tighter, more flanger-like effect.

DEPTH (Intensity) – Controls the intensity of the chorus effect. Turn
the knob counter-clockwise for a subtle effect. Turn the knob clockwise
for a richer, deeper, processed sound.

CNTRL 3 (Stereo Width) – Controls the perceived width of the
stereo effect. Turn clockwise for a wider sound, or counter-clockwise for
a narrower sound. This control only affects the sound when both outputs
are used.

8

Model 3. TC Electronic® Stereo Chorus Flanger

The classic TC Electronic® Stereo Chorus Flanger is the choice of many pros
and still remains known as a state-of-the-art unit with incredible dynamic
range.

LEVEL (Intensity) – Controls the effect output level. Turn clockwise for
more effect, or counter-clockwise for less effect.

CNTRL 1 (EQ) – Adjusts the tone of the effect. Turn clockwise for
brighter tone, or counter-clockwise for softer, more diffuse tone.

SPEED – Controls the rate that the chorus modulates. Turn clockwise to
increase the rate. Turn counter-clockwise to decrease the rate.

CNTRL 2 (Pre Delay) – Determines the amount of offset between the
two signals that create the modulation effect. Turn clockwise for a looser
chorus effect, or counter-clockwise for a tighter, more flanger-like effect.

DEPTH (Width) – Controls the intensity of the chorus effect. Turn the
knob counter-clockwise for a subtle effect. Turn the knob clockwise for a
richer, deeper, processed sound.

CNTRL 3 (PM/CH/FL) – Selects Pitch Modulation (turn all the way
counter-clockwise), Chorus (12 o’clock position), or Flanger (turn all the
way clockwise) Mode.

9

Model 4. Fulltone® Choralflange

TM

This setting models the Fulltone® ChoralflangeTM, known as the ultimate analog
modulation pedal: versatile, transparent, and flexible.

LEVEL (Mix) – Controls the balance of processed and dry signal. Turn
clockwise for more processed signal, or counter-clockwise for more dry
signal.

CNTRL 1 (Chorus/Flange) – Selects Chorus (turn all the way coun­ter-clockwise) or Flanger (turn all the way clockwise) Mode.

SPEED (Rate) – Controls the rate that the chorus modulates. Turn
clockwise to increase the rate. Turn counter-clockwise to decrease the
rate.

CNTRL 2 (Delay) – Determines the amount of offset between the
two signals that create the modulation effect. Turn clockwise for a looser
chorus effect, or counter-clockwise for a tighter, more flanger-like effect.

DEPTH – Controls the intensity of the chorus effect. Turn the knob
counter-clockwise for a subtle effect. Turn the knob clockwise for a
richer, deeper, processed sound.

CNTRL 3 (Narrow/Wide) – Select Narrow (turn all the way coun­ter-clockwise) to apply the effect to one octave of frequency range, or
Wide (turn all the way clockwise) to apply the effect to two octaves of
frequency range.

10

Model 5. Boss® CH-1 Super Chorus

TM

The Boss® CH-1 Super Chorus™ pedal is popular for its offering of frequency
range with a versatile tonal control.

LEVEL – Controls the effect output level. Turn clockwise for more effect,
or counter-clockwise for less effect.

CNTRL 1 (High EQ) – Adjusts the treble frequencies of the effect. Turn
clockwise for more treble, or counter-clockwise for less treble.

SPEED (Rate) – Controls the rate that the chorus modulates. Turn
clockwise to increase the rate. Turn counter-clockwise to decrease the
rate.

CNTRL 2 (Pre Delay) – Determines the amount of offset between the
two signals that create the modulation effect. Turn clockwise for a looser
chorus effect, or counter-clockwise for a tighter, more flanger-like effect.

DEPTH – Controls the intensity of the chorus effect. Turn the knob
counter-clockwise for a subtle effect. Turn the knob clockwise for a
richer, deeper, processed sound.

CNTRL 3 (Low EQ) – Adjusts the bass frequencies of the effect. Turn
clockwise for more bass, or counter-clockwise for less bass.

11

Model 6. Electro Harmonix® Small Clone

®

This setting recreates the chorus effect of Electro Harmonix® Small Clone®.
Its lush grunge tone still remains a favorite of pros for its multi dimensional
personality.

LEVEL – Controls the effect output level. Turn clockwise for more effect,
or counter-clockwise for less effect.

CNTRL 1 (EQ) – Adjusts the high frequencies of the effect. Turn clock­wise for brighter tone, or counter-clockwise for softer, more diffuse tone.

SPEED (Rate) – Controls the rate that the chorus modulates. Turn
clockwise to increase the rate. Turn counter-clockwise to decrease the
rate.

CNTRL 2 (Pre Delay) – Determines the amount of offset between the
two signals that create the modulation effect. Turn clockwise for a looser
chorus effect, or counter-clockwise for a tighter, more flanger-like effect.

DEPTH – Controls the intensity of the chorus effect. Turn the knob
counter-clockwise for a subtle effect. Turn the knob clockwise for a
richer, deeper, processed sound.

CNTRL 3 (Stereo Width) – Controls the perceived width of the
stereo effect. Turn clockwise for a wider sound, or counter-clockwise for
a narrower sound. This control only affects the sound when both outputs
are used.

12

Model 7. Boss® CE-5 Chorus Ensemble

TM

The CF-7 models the Boss® CE-5 Chorus Ensemble™ with its versatile cover­age of frequency range and high/low cut filters.

LEVEL – Controls the effect output level. Turn clockwise for more effect,
or counter-clockwise for less effect.

CNTRL 1 (High Filter) – Adjusts the treble frequencies of the effect.
Turn clockwise for more treble, or counter-clockwise for less treble.

SPEED (Rate) – Controls the rate that the chorus modulates. Turn
clockwise to increase the rate. Turn counter-clockwise to decrease the
rate.

CNTRL 2 (Pre Delay) – Determines the amount of offset between the
two signals that create the modulation effect. Turn clockwise for a stron­ger, more pronounced effect, or counter-clockwise for a tighter effect.

DEPTH – Controls the intensity of the chorus effect. Turn the knob
counter-clockwise for a subtle effect. Turn the knob clockwise for a
richer, deeper, processed sound.

CNTRL 3 (Low Filter) – Adjusts the bass frequencies of the effect. Turn
clockwise for more bass, or counter-clockwise for less bass.

13

Chorus Model Control Table

MODEL 1:
DigiTech

®

Multi Chorus

®

MODEL 2:
Voodoo Lab

TM

Analog Chorus

MODEL 3:
TC Electronic

®

Stereo Chorus
Flanger

TM

MODEL 4:
Fulltone

®

Choralflange

TM

MODEL 5:
Boss® CH-1
Super Chorus

TM

MODEL 6:
Electro
Harmonix

®

Small Clone

®

MODEL 7:
Boss® CE-5
Chorus
Ensemble

TM

LEVEL

Level

Level*

Intensity

Mix

Level

Level*

Level

CNTRL 1

EQ*

EQ*

EQ*

Chorus/Flange

High EQ

EQ*

Hi Filter

SPEED

Speed

Speed

Speed

Rate

Rate

Rate

Rate

CNTRL 2

Pre Delay*

Pre Delay*

Pre Delay*

Delay

Pre Delay*

Pre Delay*

Pre Delay*

DEPTH

Depth

Intensity

Width

Depth

Depth

Depth*

Depth

CNTRL 3

Voice

Stereo Width*

PM/CH/FL

Narrow/Wide

Low EQ

Stereo Width

Low Filter

More info on

Page 7

More info on

Page 8

More info on

Page 9

More info on

Page 10

More info on

Page 11

More info on

Page 12

More info on

Page 13

14

* These additional controls are not present on the

original pedals. These controls are found exclusively
on the CF-7 Chorus FactoryTM.

MODEL 4:
Fulltone

®

Choralflange

TM

MODEL 5:
Boss® CH-1
Super Chorus

TM

MODEL 6:
Electro
Harmonix

®

Small Clone

®

MODEL 7:
Boss® CE-5
Chorus
Ensemble

TM

Mix

Level

Level*

Level

Chorus/Flange

High EQ

EQ*

Hi Filter

Rate

Rate

Rate

Rate

Delay

Pre Delay*

Pre Delay*

Pre Delay*

Depth

Depth

Depth*

Depth

Narrow/Wide

Low EQ

Stereo Width

Low Filter

More info on

Page 10

More info on

Page 11

More info on

Page 12

More info on

Page 13

15

Flexible Output ModeTM

(MONO)

The CF-7 has two Flexible Output ModesTM:

Mono/Stereo Amp - A mono signal (OUT 1 only) sent to one guitar
amp, or a stereo signal (OUT 1 and OUT 2) sent to two amplifiers.

Mono/Stereo Mixer - A mono signal (OUT 1 only) sent to a single
mixer channel, or a stereo signal (OUT 1 and OUT 2) sent to two chan­nels of a mixer.

When the Chorus FactoryTM is shipped from the factory, the default mode
is Mono/Stereo Amp.

16

Cabinet Modeling (CITTM)

The CF-7 has built-in CIT™ cabinet modeling that can be enabled. This
is a useful tool when running a distortion pedal into the CF-7 and then
running direct into a mixer or recorder. This creates a guitar-through-an­amplifier sound without having to use a guitar amp.

To Enable CIT™ Cabinet Modeling:

Press the pedal down and apply power (connect a guitar cable to the
CF-7 input or connect a PS200R power supply to the power supply jack).

To Disable CIT Cabinet Modeling:
Power down the CF-7 (disconnect guitar cable from the Input jack, or
disconnect the PS200R power supply).

Note that CIT cabinet modeling is disabled each time you turn off the
CF-7. To use CIT cabinet modeling, it must be enabled each time you ap­ply power to the CF-7.

17

WARRANTY: We at DigiTech® are proud of our products and back up each one with the following war-
ranty:

1. The warranty registration card must be mailed within ten days after purchase date to validate this warranty.

2. DigiTech warrants this product, when used solely within the U.S., to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship under normal use and service.

3. DigiTech liability under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing defective materials that show
evidence of defect, provided the product is returned to DigiTech WITH RETURN AUTHORIZATION,
where all parts and labor will be covered up to a period of one year (this warranty is extended to a period
of six years when the product has been properly registered by mail or through our website). A Return
Authorization number may be obtained from DigiTech by telephone. The company shall not be liable for any
consequential damage as a result of the product’s use in any circuit or assembly.

4. Proof-of-purchase is considered to be the burden of the consumer.

5. DigiTech reserves the right to make changes in design, or make additions to, or improvements upon this
product without incurring any obligation to install the same on products previously manufactured.

6. The consumer forfeits the benefits of this warranty if the product’s main assembly is opened and tampered
with by anyone other than a certified DigiTech technician or, if the product is used with AC voltages outside
of the range suggested by the manufacturer.

7. The foregoing is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, and DigiTech neither assumes nor
authorizes any person to assume any obligation or liability in connection with the sale of this product. In
no event shall DigiTech or its dealers be liable for special or consequential damages or from any delay in the
performance of this warranty due to causes beyond their control.

NOTE: The information contained in this manual is subject to change at any time without notification. Some
information contained in this manual may also be inaccurate due to undocumented changes in the product or
operating system since this version of the manual was completed. The information contained in this version of
the owner’s manual supersedes all previous versions.

18

Specifications:

• Controls - LEVEL/CNTRL 1, SPEED/CNTRL 2, DEPTH/CNTRL 3,

CHORUS MODEL, On/Off Pedal

• Jacks - INPUT, OUT 1 (MONO), OUT 2

• Input Impedance - 1 MOhms

• Output Impedance - 100 Ohms

• Power Supply - (Optional) DigiTech PS200R or 9V Alkaline Dry Battery

• Power Consumption - 4.8 Watts (w/optional PS200R power supply)

• Battery Life - Approximately 4 hours (with continuous usage)

• Dimensions - 4 15/16"(L) x 3 1/8"(W) x 2 1/8"(H)

• Weight - 2 lbs.

• (Optional) Power Supply

PS200R - 100 (100V ~ 50/60Hz)
PS200R - 120 (120V ~ 60Hz)
PS200R - 230 (230V ~ 50Hz)
PS200R - 240 (240V ~ 60Hz)

19

202122

®

DigiTech

8760 South Sandy Parkway

Sandy, Utah 84070
PH [phone]

FAX [phone]

www.digitech.com

Manufactured in the U.S.A.

Printed 9/2006

Chorus Factory Owner’s Manual 18-0509-A

©2006 Harman International Industries, Incorporated, all rights reserved.

DigiTech, X-Series, CIT, Multi Chorus, Flexible Output Mode, AudioDNA2 and Chorus Factor y are

trademarks of Harman International Industries, Inc. Other product names modeled in this product are
trademarks of their respective companies that do not endorse and are not associated or affiliated with

DigiTech or Harman International Industries, Inc. They are trademarks of other manufacturers and were

used merely to identify products whose sounds were reviewed in the creation of this product.