DigiTech RP200A User Manual

User’s

Guide

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Warning - For Your Protection:

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation opening. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s.

8. This appliance should be connected to a power supply
only of the type described in the operating instructions
or as marked on the appliance.

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

10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or

pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

12.Unplug this apparatus during lighting storms or when

unused for longs periods of time.

13.To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock,the user

should not attempt to service the appliance beyond
that described in the operating instructions. All other
servicing should be referred to qualified service
personnel.

14.For units equipped with an externally accessible fuse

receptacle,replace fuse with same type and rating only.

Electromagnetic Compatibility

Operation is subject to the following conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference.

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

• Use only shielded interconnecting cables.

• Operation of this unit within significant electromagnetic
fields should be avoided.

These symbols are internationally accepted symbols that
warn of potential hazards with electrical products. The
lightning flash means that there are dangerous voltages
present within the unit. The exclamation point 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 no 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 no get th unit wet. If
liquid is spilled on the unit,shut it off immediately and take
it to a dealer for service.

Disconnect the unit during storms to prevent damage.

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Manufacturer’s Name: DigiTech
Manufacturer’ s Address: 8760 S.Sandy Parkwa y

Sandy,Utah 84070, USA
declares that the product:
Product name: RP200 A

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

8760 S.Sandy Parkway

Sandy,Utah 84070, USA

Date:February 21, 2003
European Contact: Your local DigiTech Sales and Service Office or

Harman Music Group

8760 South Sandy Parkway

Sandy,Utah

84070 USA

Ph:[phone]

Fax:[phone]

Warranty

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

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.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.

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Table of Contents

Safety Information.............................................................I

Declaration of Conformity............................................II

Warranty...........................................................................III

Table of Contents...........................................................IV

Section One - Introduction

Getting Acquainted..........................................................1

Included Items...................................................................1

A Guided Tour...................................................................2

Front Panel ......................................................................2

Rear Panel.......................................................................5

Getting Started.................................................................6

Making Connections........................................................6

Mono Operation............................................................6

Stereo Operation..........................................................7

Applying Power.................................................................8

About the RP200..............................................................9

The Presets......................................................................9

Performance Mode........................................................9

Bypass Mode...................................................................9

Tuner Mode...................................................................10

Section Two - Editing Functions

Editing/Creating Presets...............................................11

The Matrix.......................................................................12

Storing/Copying/Naming a Preset..............................13

Section Three - Effects and Parameters

About the Effects...........................................................15

Effect Definitions............................................................15

Pickup/Wah...................................................................16

Compressor..................................................................16

Amp Modeling..............................................................17

EQ...................................................................................18

Cabinet/Gate................................................................18

Effects.............................................................................20

Chorus........................................................................20

Flange...........................................................................20

Phaser..........................................................................21

Tremolo.......................................................................21

Panner..........................................................................21

Vibrato.........................................................................22

Rotary..........................................................................22

Y a Y a™.........................................................................22

Auto Y a™....................................................................23

SynthTalk™................................................................23

Envelope......................................................................23

Detune........................................................................24

Pitch Shift....................................................................24

Whammy™................................................................24

Delay...............................................................................25

Reverb............................................................................26

Section Four - Other Functions

Drum Machine................................................................27

Jam-A-Long......................................................................27

Expression Pedal.............................................................27

Factory Reset..................................................................29

Expression Pedal Calibration.......................................30

Section Five - Appendix

Specifications...................................................................31

Preset Lists......................................................................32

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Section-1 Introduction

Getting Acquainted

Congratulations on your purchase of the RP200 Artist. You now have the flexibility, and power to
produce sonic creations never before thought possible. Although the RP200 Artist is so user
friendly you may not even need to read this manual, we recommend that you become better
acquainted with us,and what we have to offer by going through this User’s Guide with your
RP200 Ar tist in front of you.It is your key to unlocking the potential within the RP200 Artist.

Included Items

Before you get started,please make sure that the following items have been included:

• RP200 Ar tist

• PS0913B Power Supply

• W arranty Card

The utmost care was taken while your RP200 Ar tist was being manufactured.Everything should
be included and in perfect working order.If anything is missing,contact the factory at once.
Please help us become acquainted with you and your needs by completing your warranty card.It
is your safeguard should a problem arise with your RP200 Artist.

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A Guided Tour of the RP200 Artist
The Front Panel

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1. Footswitches -These 2 Footswitches are used to select Presets,access the Tuner, or bypass
the RP200 Ar tist.The Footswitch on the right will increase,and the Footswitch
on the left will decrease the selected Preset.Pressing both Footswitches
together will bypass the currently selected Preset.Pressing and holding both
Footswitches will access the Tuner.

2. Parameter Knobs -The Parameter knobs perform various functions depending on which

mode is currently active in the RP200 Ar tist. In performance mode, these
knobs control the Amp Type , Gain, and Master Level.In Edit mode, these
knobs adjust the Parameter values listed directly above each knob for the
selected effect. When the Drum machine is enabled, these knobs control
the Pattern, Tempo, and Level.In Tuner mode, these knobs are used to
select the desired tuning reference.

3. Select Button -This button is used to enter the Edit mode , and to select individual effects to

be edited.Successive presses of this button will advance through all available
Effects.

4. Drums -The Drums button is used to turn on and off the drum machine .When the Drums

button is turned on,the Drums LED lights and the selected drum pattern plays
continuously. The Parameter knobs control the pattern, tempo,and level of the drum
machine at this time.

5. Matrix -The matrix provides information regarding the current Preset,and Parameter edit

functions.In performance mode, the LEDs running down the left side of the Matrix
will provide a visual indication of which effects are in use for the currently selected
Preset.In Edit mode,the LEDs indicate the Effect currently selected for editing.In
Tuner mode, the LEDs indicate whether the note played is sharp,flat,or in tune.

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6. Display -The Display provides information for different functions depending on the mode

that has been selected.In Performance mode,the Display will show the currently
selected Preset name and number. In Edit mode, the Display will show the name and
value of the parameter being adjusted.In Tuner mode, the Display will show the
note played.

7. Store -The Store button is used to save your custom edits to the user Presets.

8. Expression Pedal -The Expression Pedal adjusts RP200 Ar tist’s Volume or the assigned Effect

Parameter in real time. Almost every Parameter is available for
Expression Pedal control.

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Rear Panel

1. Input - Connect your instrument to this jack.

2. Jam-A-Long - Connect the stereo output of a tape or CD player to this 1/8” stereo TRS jack

for rehearsing with your favorite pre-recorded material.

3. Output - This is a stereo TRS jack.Connect from this jack to the input of a single amplifier for

mono applications,or use a TRS stereo “Y” cord to connect to the inputs of 2
amplifiers for stereo applications.

4. Headphones - Connect a pair of stereo headphones to this 1/8” jack.

5. Power Input - Connect only the DigiTech PS0913B power supply to this jack.

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Getting Started
Making Connections

There are several different connection options available with the RP200 Artist. Before connecting
the RP200 Ar tist, make sure that the power to your amplifier and the RP200 Ar tist is turned off.
There is no power switch on the RP200 Ar tist.To turn the RP200 Artist on or off, simply
connect or disconnect the included PS0913B power supply from the Power Jack to an AC
outlet.

Mono Operation

Connect your guitar to the Input of the RP200 Ar tist. Connect a single mono instrument cable
from the Stereo Output of the RP200 Artist to the instrument input or effect return on your
amplifier, or to the line input of a power amp.

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