DigiTech JamMan Express XT User Manual

JamMan Express XT

Stereo Looper w/JamSync

Owner’s Manual

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 (this warranty is extended to a period of six years when the product has been properly registered 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 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 operation procedures. For further technical assistance or service, please visit our support page at digitech.com/en-US/support. 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 �� 1

Introduction ��1 Features ��1

9V Battery Installation �� 1

The User Interface & Connectors �� 2

The User Interface ��2 Connectors ��3

Connection Diagrams �� 4

Standard Looping ��4 Multi-Track Looping Using JamSync ��4 Multi-Player/Multi-Track Looping Using JamSync ��5

Operation �� 6

Recording a Phrase �� 6 Clearing a Phrase ��6 Recording Overdubs �� 7 Undoing/Redoing Overdubs ��7 Using JamSync �� 8

Specications �� 11

Overview

Introduction

The JamMan Express XT is a versatile, yet simple to operate stereo looper� With stereo inputs/outputs, three LEDs to indicate looping status, and true bypass operation, the JamMan Express XT allows you to record mono or stereo loops with ease and without compromising your tone when bypassed�

Using the built-in JamSync feature, multiple JamMan Express XT devices can be synchronized to provide multi-track looping capabilities! Cascade two or more JamMan Express XTs for multi-track looping in your own rig or sync with your bandmates’ JamSync compatible JamMan devices for multi-track looping with other members in the band!

With a small footprint, simplicity of operation, great sound quality, 10 minutes of stereo loop recording time, and JamSync, the JamMan Express XT is sure to be the perfect looper

to compliment your rig� Thanks for choosing DigiTech

Features

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• Stereo 1/4” Inputs & Outputs

• 10 Minutes of Loop Recording Time

• True Bypass Operation

• JamSync for Multi-Track Looping

• Silent Clear

• Intuitive User Interface

• Compatible w/ 9V Battery or PS0913DC Power Supply (Each Sold Separately)

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Prevents Playback When Clearing Loops

9V Battery Installation

To install a 9V battery:

1� Remove the two screws in the bottom of the chassis using a Phillips screwdriver�

2� Locate the battery connection leads, connect the battery, then place the battery in the

battery compartment�

3� Place the bottom plate back on the chassis and replace the two screws� Make sure the

battery connection wires are clear of the chassis and screw mounting holes to avoid pinching the wires and causing damage�

The User Interface & Connectors

4 5

The User Interface

1� LOOP LEVEL Knob

This knob controls the output level of the loop�

2� Status LEDs

These LEDs indicate the status of the pedal as shown in the below table�

LED Status

REC

Loop is being recorded.

PL AY

Loop is playing.

DUB

Overdub is being recorded.

DUB

Overdub is being undone/redone.

REC

Pedal is in standby

DUB

(recording/playback stopped).

PL AY

Loop is being cleared (footswitch held).

REC

Slave armed for record (connected as slave via JamSync).

REC

Slave synchronization established via

DUB

JamSync.

PL AY

REC

DUB

Low battery.

PL AY

3� Footswitch

The Footswitch is used to perform functions in the JamMan Express XT� It is used to control all looping functions (record, play, overdub, undo/redo, stop, and loop clear)�

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