DigiTech Element XP User Manual

Element / Element XP

Owner’s Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING FOR YOUR PROTECTION

READ THE FOLLOWING:

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS

HEED ALL WARNINGS

FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing liquid and no object filled with liquid, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

CLEAN ONLY WITH A DRY CLOTH.

FOR INDOOR USE ONLY.

DO NOT BLOCK ANY OF THE VENTILATION OPENINGS. INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS.

DO NOT INSTALL NEAR ANY HEAT SOURCES SUCH AS RADIATORS, HEAT REGISTERS, STOVES, OR OTHER APPARATUS (INCLUDING AMPLIFIERS) THAT PRODUCE HEAT.

ONLY USE ATTACHMENTS/ACCESSORIES SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER.

UNPLUG THIS APPARATUS DURING LIGHTNING STORMS OR WHEN UNUSED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Manufacturer’s Name: DigiTech Manufacturer’s Address: 8760 S. Sandy Parkway Sandy, Utah 84070, USA

declares that the product:

Product name: ELEMENT and ELEMENT XP

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 -01+Amd 1

EMC: EN 55022:2006 EN 55024:1998 FCC Part 15

Supplementary Information:

The product herewith complies with the requirements of the: Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. RoHS Directive 2011/65/EC WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC EC Regulation 278/2009

Use only with the cart stand, tripod bracket, or table specified by the manufacture, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

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.

POWER ON/OFF SWITCH: The Power switch used in this piece of equipment DOES NOT break the connection from the mains.

MAINS DISCONNECT: The plug shall remain readily operable. For rackmount or installation where plug is not accessible, an all-pole mains switch with a contact separation of at least 3 mm in each pole shall be incorporated into the electrical installation of the rack or building.

If connected to 240V supply, a suitable CSA/UL certified power cord shall be used for this supply.

WARNING:

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With regard to Directive 2005/32/EC and EC Regulation 1275/2008 of 17 December 2008, this product is designed, produced, and classified as Professional Audio Equipment and thus is exempt from this Directive.

Rex C. Reed Director, Engineering Signal Processing 8760 S. Sandy Parkway Sandy, Utah 84070, USA Date: July 9, 2013

European Contact: Your local DigiTech Sales and Service Office or

Harman Signal Processing 8760 South Sandy Parkway Sandy, Utah 84070 USA Ph: (801) 566-8800 Fax: (801) 568-7583

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ELECTROMAGNETIC

COMPATIBILITY

This device complies with part

15 of the FCC Rules and the The symbols shown above are internationally accepted symbols that warn of potential hazards with electrical products. The lightning flash with arrowpoint in an equilateral triangle means that there are dangerous voltages present within the unit. The exclamation point in an equilateral triangle indicates that it is necessary for the user to refer to the owner’s manual.

These symbols warn that there are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the unit. Do not attempt to service the unit yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Opening the chassis for any reason will void the manufacturer’s warranty. Do not

Product Specifications noted on the

Declaration of Conformity.

Operation is subject to the following

two conditions:

• this device may not cause harmful interference, and

• this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Operation of this unit within significant electromagnetic fields

get the unit wet. If liquid is spilled on the unit, shut

should be avoided.

it off immediately and take it to a dealer for service. Disconnect the unit during storms to prevent damage.

• use only shielded interconnecting cables.

The following is indicative of low altitude use; do not use this product above 2000m.

If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a separate collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling.

Private households in the 25 member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may return their used electronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a similar new one).

For Countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for a correct method of disposal.

By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health.

Warranty

We at DigiTech® are very proud of our products and back-up each one we sell with the following warranty:

1. Please register online at digitech.com within ten days of purchase to validate this warranty. This warranty is valid only in the United States.

2. DigiTech warrants this product, when purchased new from an authorized U.S. DigiTech dealer and used solely within the U.S., to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service. This warranty is valid to the original purchaser only and is non-transferable.

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. A Return Authorization number may be obtained by contacting DigiTech. 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 responsibility of the consumer. A copy of the original purchase receipt must be provided for any warranty service.

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 since this version of the manual was completed. The information contained in this version of the owner’s manual supersedes all previous versions.

Service Contact Info

If you require technical support, contact DigiTech Technical Support. Be prepared to accurately describe the problem. Know the serial number of your device–this is printed on a sticker attached to the chassis. If you have not already taken the time to register your product, please do so now at digitech.com.

Before you return a product to the factory for service, we recommend you refer to the manual. Make sure you have correctly followed installation steps and operating procedures. For further technical assistance or service, please visit our support page at digitech.com. If you need to return a product to the factory for service, you MUST first contact Technical Support to obtain a Return Authorization Number.

No returned products will be accepted at the factory without a Return Authorization Number.

Please refer to the Warranty information, which extends to the first end-user. After expiration of the warranty, a reasonable charge will be made for parts, labor, and packing if you choose to use the factory service facility. In all cases, you are responsible for transportation charges to the factory. DigiTech will pay return shipping if the unit is still under warranty.

Use the original packing material if it is available. Mark the package with the name of the shipper and with these words in red: DELICATE INSTRUMENT, FRAGILE! Insure the package properly. Ship prepaid, not collect. Do not ship parcel post.

Table of Contents

Overview ��2

Introduction �� 2

Features �� 3

User Interface & Connectors ��4

Top Panel ��4

Rear Panel �� 6

Connection Diagrams ��8

Mono Amp Conguration ��8

Stereo Amp Conguration �� 9

Stereo Recording Conguration �� 10

Headphone/Practice Conguration �� 11

Operation �� 12

Modes Explained ��12

Play Mode��12

Edit Mode �� 12

Navigating Presets ��13

Editing Presets ��13

Selecting A Tone Bank ��14

Selecting An FX Bank �� 15

Editing Eects ��16

Turning Eects On & O �� 16

Storing/Copying Presets �� 17

Bypassing All Eects ��18

Using e Drum Machine �� 18

Using e Tuner ��20

e Eects ��25

Wah (Element XP Only) �� 25

Compressor ��25

Amp/Distortion Models �� 26

EQ �� 27

Noise Gate ��27

Mod FX ��28

Reverb ��31

Element Preset List ��32

Element XP Preset List ��33

Technical Information ��34

Factory Restore ��34

Specications �� 35

Setup ��21

Mono/Stereo Operation �� 21

Speaker Cabinet Compensation (SCC) ��21

Expression Pedal Calibration (Element XP Only) ��22

Expression Pedal Assignment (Element XP Only) ��23

Overview

Introduction

The Element and Element XP provide a compact and cost-effective guitar effects processing solution. But don’t let that fool you. The Element Series processors offer a powerful effects processing platform and complete feature set, so you can tantalize your creativity, improve your chops, and explore the endless possibilities of guitar effects, all with one simple-to-use, compact device.

The Element has 31effects to choose from and allows you to run 8 effects simultaneously. The Element XP has 37 effects to choose from and allows you to run 9 effects simultaneously. The Element XP adds an Expression Pedal. Use it to control the Wah or Whammy™ effect or assign it to the effect you want to control for real-time effect changes with your foot.

100 included factory presets allow you to begin exploring immediately and 100 user presets allow you to store all your favorite sounds. Select between the 20 pre-conﬁgured FX Banks and Tone Banks to explore a multitude of tonal possibilities without even editing any effects!

The built in tuner ensures your guitar is in tune and the built-in drum machine and aux input jack allow you to play along with a drum loop, metronome, or your favorite music, so you can improve your skills fast and have fun doing it!

Whether you're a budding artist, or an experienced guitar aﬁcionado, you’ll have fun exploring the vast sound-shaping options available in the Element and Element XP. Thanks for choosing

DigiTech

Features

• 37 Effects (Element XP) / 31 Effects (Element)

• 12 Amp & 6 Distortion Models To Choose From

• Built-In Drum Machine With 45 Drum Pattern Loops Including Metronome

• Built-In Tuner

• Built-In Expression Pedal (Element XP Only)

• 200 Presets (100 User Presets / 100 Factory Presets)

• 9 Simultaneous Effects (Element XP) / 8 Simultaneous Effects (Element)

• 20 FX Banks & 20 Tone Banks To Choose From

• Mono / Stereo Output

• Aux Input For Playing Along With Your Favorite Songs

• 1/8” Headphone Output

• Speaker Cabinet Compensation

• Heavy Duty Metal Footswitches

• Power Supply Included

User Interface & Connectors

Top Panel

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LED DISPLAY

This display shows the preset numbers when navigating presets (in Play Mode) and effect settings when editing (in Edit Mode).

2. SELECT KNOB

This knob serves as both a preset selector and editing control. In Preset Mode, turning this knob will change between presets. In Edit Mode, this knob will modify the currently selected effect or option.

3. STORE BUTTON

This button is used to store and copy presets to the 100 user preset memory locations. The

STORE LED will light whenever a preset’s stored effect settings are altered, indicating that the

changes must be stored to a preset to be retained.

4. EDIT BUTTONS

These left/right arrow buttons access effects and drum machine settings for editing.

5. EXPRESSION PEDAL (Element XP only)

The Expression Pedal is used to control effects in real time. A single effect can be controlled by the expression pedal per preset.

6. EFFECTS CHAIN

These icons provide a graphical representation of the internal effect signal chain used in the Element/Element XP. The signal ﬂow is from left to right and offers effects like Wah (Element XP only), Compressor, Amp Modeling/Distortion, EQ, Noise Gate, Mod FX, Delay, and Reverb. The Element XP also has an option for setting up its built-in Expression Pedal to control a variety of these effects. The LED above each of the icons indicates whether each effect is on or off and which effect is selected when editing. These effect LEDs are also used to help you tune your guitar when using the built-in tuner (see "Using The Tuner" on page

20).

7. MASTER LEVEL BUTTON

Press this button then turn the SELECT knob to adjust the Master Level. This will adjust the global output level for the Main and Headphone Outputs and will affect all presets.

8. PRESET LEVEL BUTTON

Press this button then turn the SELECT knob to adjust the Preset Level. Preset Level is a programmable level that is stored with each preset and provides a quick way to balance volume between presets. Note that changes made to this parameter must be stored to the preset in order to be retained (see "Storing/Copying Presets" on page 17).

9. TONE BANK BUTTON

This button is used to select from a preset library of 20 different clean and distorted tone conﬁgurations utilizing the Wah (Element only), Compressor, Amp/Distortion Modeling, EQ, and Noise Gate effect modules. Press this button then use the

SELECT knob to select from

a variety of genre-based amp tone defaults ranging from Blues to Metal to Country. See "Selecting A Tone Bank" on page 14 for more information on Tone Banks.

10. FX BANK BUTTON

This button is used to select from a preset library of 20 different effect conﬁgurations utilizing the Mod FX, Delay, and Reverb effect modules. Press this button then turn the

SELECT knob

to select a variety of post-ampliﬁer model effect chains (Chorus, Chorus + Delay, Delay + Reverb, etc.). See "Selecting An FX Bank" on page 15 for more information on Tone Banks.

11. DRUMS BUTTON

Pressing this button toggles the internal drum machine on and off.

12. FOOTSWITCHES

These footswitches are used for preset up/down navigation, bypass, and tuner activation.

Rear Panel

1. INPUT

Connect your guitar to this high impedance 1/4” instrument input.

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2. AUX IN

Using a stereo 1/8” cable, connect the headphone output of a portable music or CD player to this 1/8” TRS jack to play along with all your favorite music. Adjust the output level of your playback device and the Element/Element XP’s Master Level to achieve the proper mix balance.

3. MAIN OUTPUT

This 1/4” TRS jack supports mono or stereo operation. Connect this output jack to your guitar ampliﬁer using a mono instrument cable or connect to stereo inputs of a mixer or recording device using a stereo Y cable (see "Connection Diagrams" on page 8 for further information). The Master Level controls the global level of this output.

NOTE: Mono/stereo operation for the Main and Headphone Output jacks is determined by whether a plug is connected to the Main Output jack. If a plug is connected to this output jack, all outputs are set to mono for amp use. If no plug is connected to this jack, all outputs default to stereo for headphone use. This 1/4” Main Output can be forced to operate as a stereo output for stereo setups, see "Connection Diagrams" on page 8 and "Mono/Stereo Operation" on page 21 for more information.

4. HEADPHONE OUTPUT

Connect your headphones to this 1/8” mini TRS jack. This output is optimized for use with headphones having an impedance of 60 Ohms or less. The Master Level controls the global level of this output.

NOTE: When only the headphones are connected, Speaker Cabinet Compensation (SCC) will be enabled to make the audio sound like it is actually being played through an ampliﬁer. When a plug is connected to the 1/4” Main Output, SCC is disabled in the Headphone Output and all outputs are set for mono operation. See "Speaker Cabinet Compensation (SCC)" on page 21 and "Mono/Stereo Operation" on page 21 for more information.

5. POWER JACK

Connect the included PS0913DC power supply to this power input jack.

Connection Diagrams

Amp

1/4” Mono Cable

Before connecting the Element/Element XP processor to an ampliﬁer, it is recommended that you turn down the ampliﬁer's master volume control and make sure that the power to your ampliﬁer and the Element/Element XP are turned off. To turn the Element/Element XP on or off, connect or disconnect the included power supply from the powered on, you can then gradually increase your ampliﬁer's master volume control until the desired level is achieved.

Mono Amp Conguration

POWER input jack. Once all is connected and

Guitar

INPUT AUX IN

1/4” Mono Cable

Harman PS0913DC

Power Supply

OUTPUT

9VDC

300 mA

1/4” Mono Cable

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