DigiTech RPX400 User Manual

User’s Guide

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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 get the 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

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IF YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH A POWER CORD.

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

The cores in the mains lead are colored in accordance with the following code:

GREEN and YELLOW - Earth BLUE - Neutral BROWN - Live

As colors of the cores in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

• The core which is colored green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter E, or with the earth symbol, or colored green, or green and yellow.

• The core which is colored blue must be connected to the terminal marked N or colored black.

• The core which is colored brown must be connected to the terminal marked L or colored red.

This equipment may require the use of a different line cord, attachment plug, or both, depending on the available power source at installation. If the attachment plug needs to be changed, refer servicing to qualified service personnel who should refer to the table below. The green/yellow wire shall be connected directly to the units chassis.

WARNING:If the ground is defeated, certain fault conditions in the unit or in the system to which it is connected can result in full line voltage between chassis and earth ground. Severe injury or death can then result if the chassis and earth ground are touched simultaneously.

LITHIUM BATTERY WARNING

CAUTION!

This product may contain a lithium battery.There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with an Eveready CR 2032 or equivalent. Make sure the battery is installed with the correct polarity. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer’s instructions.

ADVARSEL!

Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosjonsfare.Ved utskifting benyttes kun batteri som anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukt batteri returneres apparatleverandøren.

ADVARSEL!

Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri av samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren.

VAROITUS!

Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti.

VARNING!

Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte.Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion.

ELECTROMAGNETIC

COMPATIBILITY

This unit conforms to the 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 undesirable operation.

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

• use only shielded interconnecting cables.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

CONDUCTOR

LIVE

NEUTRAL

EARTH GND

WIRE COLOR

Normal Alt

BROWN

BLUE

GREEN/YEL

BLACK

WHITE

GREEN

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Manufacturer’s Name: DigiTech Manufacturer’s Address: 8760 S. Sandy Parkway

Sandy, Utah 84070, USA

declares that the product:

Product name: RPx400 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:April 17, 2003

European Contact: Your local DigiTech Sales and Service Office or

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

WARNING FOR YOUR PROTECTION

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING:

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS

HEED ALL WARNINGS

FOLLO

W ALL INSTRUCTIONS

DO NO

T USE THIS APP

ARATUS NEAR WATER

CLEAN ONL

Y WITH A DRY CLOTH.

DO NO

T BLOCK ANY OF THE

VENTILATION OPENINGS. INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTR

UCTIONS.

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 pro

vided plug does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician f

replacement of the obsolete outlet.

Protect the po

wer cord fr

om being walked on or pinched particular

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

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 car

t/apparatus combination to av

oid injury

from tip-over.

Refer all servicing to 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 dr

opped.

POWER ON/OFF SWITCH: For products provided with a power switch, the power switch DOES NOT break the connection from the mains.

MAINS DISCONNECT: The plug shall remain readily operable. For rack-mount 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.

FOR UNITS EQUIPPED WITH EXTERNALLY ACCESSIBLE FUSE RECEPTACLE: Replace fuse with same type and rating only.

MULTIPLE-INPUT VOLTAGE:This equipment may require the use of a different line cord,attachment plug, or both, depending on the available power source at installation.Connect this equipment only to the power source indicated on the equipment rear panel.To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, refer servicing to qualified service personnel or equivalent.

U.K. MAINS

PLUG WARNING

A molded mains plug that has been cut off from the cord is unsafe. Discard the mains plug at a suitable disposal facility. NEVER UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD YOU INSERT A DAMAGED OR CUT MAINS PLUG INTO A 13 AMP POWER SOCKET. Do not use the mains plug without the fuse cover in place. Replacement fuse covers can be obtained from your local retailer. Replacement fuses are 13 amps and MUST be ASTA approved to BS1362.

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.

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

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

The Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Making Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Mono Amp Rig . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Stereo Amp Rig . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Amp / PA Rig . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Recording Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Applying Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

The Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Bypass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Learn-A-Lick Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

CD/Monitor In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Drum Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Mic Input and Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Creating Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Editing/Creating Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

The Matrix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Storing/Copying/Naming a Preset . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

About the Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Pickup/Wah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Amp Modeling/Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

EQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Noise Gate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Chorus/Mod Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Chorus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Flange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Triggered Flanger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Phaser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Triggered Phaser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Tr emolo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Panner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Rotary Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

YaYa ™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

AutoYa™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

SynthTalk™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Envelope Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Detune . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Pitch Shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Whammy™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Reverb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Expression Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

V-Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

LFO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

RPx400 Setups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Setups Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Mic / Line Setups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Speaker Compensation and Output Modes . . . . .23

The RPx400 and Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Recording Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Installing RPx400 USB Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Windows XP Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Windows 2000 Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Installing X-Edit Editor Librarian . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Connecting the RPx400 to the Computer . . . . . .27

RPx400 Recording Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Using Pro Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Installing Pro Tracks Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Setting Up the RPx400 MIDI Device . . . . . . . . . .30

Setting up the RPx400 for Hands-Free Recording 30

Setting up Pro Tracks for RPx400 Audio . . . . . . .30

Using the RPx400’s Footswitches for Recording . . .31

Recording a Track or Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Recording Multiple Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Re-Amping a Guitar Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

RPx400 Drums and MIDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Recording the RPx400 Drums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Playback Mix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

USB 1-2 Level /USB 3-4 Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Using the RPxFC for Recorder Functions . . . . . . . .35

Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Expression Pedal Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

V-Switch Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Tr ouble Shooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

CC Parameter List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Factory Preset List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Specifications: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Ta b le Of Contents

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the RPx400. The RPx400 is truly a breakthrough in guitar processing technology, providing the tools you need for live performance and the professional features you need in the recording studio. We recommend that you take the time to become better acquainted with what the RPx400 has to offer by going through this User’s Guide with your RPx400 in front of you.

Included Items

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

• RPx400 Modeling Guitar Processor

• X-Edit Software CD

• USB Cable

• PS0913B Power Supply

• Warranty Card

The utmost care was taken while your RPx400 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 RPx400.

The Front Panel

1. Down/Up Footswitches - These two footswitches are used to select presets, access the Tuner, or bypass the RPx400. The footswitch on the left decreases, and the middle footswitch increases the preset number. Pressing both footswitches together bypasses the selected preset. Press and hold both Footswitches to access the Tuner.

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2. Amp A/B Footswitch - This footswitch switches between two amp channels for the selected preset. It is

also used in conjunction with the Up Footswitch, to access Learn-A-Lick, or the recorder functions when the RPx400 is connected to your computer via USB.

3. Knobs - These knobs perform various functions depending on which mode is selected or whether the

RPx400 is connected to your computer via USB. During performance, the knobs control the Amp Gain, Bass EQ, Mid EQ,Treble EQ, and Master Level. If the RPx400 is connected to the computer via USB, the performance functions of knobs 2, 3, and 4 are Playback Mix, USB 1-2 Send Level, and USB 3-4 Send Level. When editing or accessing the Setup functions, the knobs adjust the parameter values listed directly above each knob for the selected effect. When the Drum Machine is on, the knobs control the Pattern,Tempo, and Level. In Tuner mode, the knobs are used to select the tuning reference.

4. Select Button - This button enters the Edit mode, and selects individual effects to be edited. Successive

presses of this button advances through all available effects. It is also used to change playback speed in Learn-A-Lick mode.

5. Drums - The Drums button turns the built-in drum machine on and off. When the drum machine is

active, the Drums LED lights and the selected drum pattern plays continuously.

6. 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 identify which effects are in use for the selected preset. In Edit mode, the LEDs indicate the effect selected for editing.

7. Display - The display provides information for different functions depending on the mode that is active. In

Performance mode, the display shows the selected preset name and numeric location. In Edit mode, the display shows the name and value of the selected parameter. In Tuner mode, the display shows the note being played and whether the note is sharp, flat, or in tune.

8. Store - The Store button saves your changes to a User Preset.

9. Expression Pedal - The Expression Pedal adjusts the RPx400’s assigned Effect Parameter in real time.

Almost every Parameter is available for Expression Pedal control.

Rear Panel

1. Guitar In - Connect your instrument to this jack.

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2. Mic Level - Controls the gain of the Mic Input.

3. Mic Input - Connect a mic here for recording or live performance mixing of acoustic sources into the

RPx400. Mic signals can remain dry or be processed through the RPx400 effects for both live recording applications. Accepts either dynamic or phantom powered condenser microphones.

4. Left/Right Line Inputs - Connect line level sources to these jacks for recording or live performance mixing

into the RPx400. Line signals can remain dry or be processed through the RPx400 effects for live and recording applications.

5. CD/Monitor In - Connect the output of a CD or MP3 player headphone out when using the Learn-a-Lick

Phrase Trainer feature (see page 8 for more on Learn-a-Lick). Can also be used as a monitor input for mixing the output of your computer’s sound card back into the RPx400 for playback monitoring.

Note: Using the CD/Monitor input for any type of real-time recording monitoring may result in a time delay depending on your computer’s speed.

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

7. 1/4” Line Outputs - Connect these outputs to your amplifier or to a mixing console that accepts 1/4”

unbalanced connections. Speaker Compensation can be enabled on these outputs when connected to a full-range speaker system (see page 23 for more about Speaker Compensation usage).

8. Balanced Line Outputs- Connect these outputs to your power amplifier/speaker system or to a mixing

console that accepts balanced XLR connections. Speaker Compensation can be enabled on these outputs when connected to a full-range speaker system. (see page 23 for more about Speaker Compensation usage).

9. USB Jack - Connect this jack to your computer’s USB port for recording purposes (see page 25 for more

on using the RPx400’s USB functions).

ATTENTION: Install the USB drivers provided on the X-Edit Software CD before connecting the RPx400 to your computer with the USB cable. This will ensure that the RPx400 will be recognized as your recording sound source for the Pro-Tracks™ recording software.

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

11. Footswitch - Connect the RPxFC 3-button footswitch to this jack. The RPxFC provide remote control

of the recording functions of the RPx400 (see page 35 for more on using the RPxFC functions).

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Making Connections

There are several different connection options available with the RPx400. Before connecting the RPx400, make sure that the power to your amplifier and the RPx400 is turned off. The RPx400 does not have a power switch. To turn the RPx400 off, disconnect the included PS0913B power supply from the power jack to an AC outlet.

Mono Amp Rig

Connect your guitar to the Input of the RPx400. Connect a single mono instrument cable from the Left 1/4” Line Output of the RPx400 to the instrument input or effect return on your amplifier. This connection scheme also applies for use with a power amp/speaker cabinet rig.

Stereo Amp Rig

Connect your guitar to the Input of the RPx400. Connect a two mono instrument cable from the Left and Right 1/4” Line Outputs of the RPx400 to the instrument inputs or effect returns on each of your amplifiers. This connection scheme also applies for use with a power amp/speaker cabinet rig.

NOTE: When using a guitar amp, it may be best to connect the guitar to the Input of the

RPx400 and the Output of the RPx400 to the effect return of the amplifier to avoid coloration of the tone due to the amplifier’s tone controls.

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Amp / PA Rig

Connect your guitar to the Input of the RPx400. Connect a a mono instrument cable from the Left or Right 1/4” Line Output of the RPx400 to the instrument input or effect return on your amplifier or power amp/speaker cabinet rig. Connect the balanced XLR Left and Right outputs to the inputs on your PA mixer and pan each of these channels hard left and hard right. Select SC XLR as your Output Mode (see Output Modes on pg 23). This enables Cabinet Simulation on the feeds to the mixer and PA but not to your guitar amp onstage. This connection scheme also applies for use with a power amp/speaker cabinet rig.

Recording Setup

This is the classic recording setup utilizing the RPx400’s mic and line inputs and a pair of powered reference monitors connected the RPx400’s XLR outputs. This setup can also be used for live applications where you would be performing along with playback from the Pro Tracks. recording software running on your computer. See the Output Modes section on page 23 on how the XLR and 1/4” outputs and Speaker Compensation can be implemented for various recording and live applications

FOOT CONTROLLER

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USB Ports

FOOT CONTROLLERFOOT CONTROLLER

STOP/UNDO

PLAY

RECORD

Applying Power

Before applying power to anything, set your amp(s) to a clean tone and set the tone controls to a flat EQ response (on most amps, this would be 0 or 5 on the tone controls). Then do the following:

1. Turn the amp volume all the way down.

2. Connect the plug of the PS0913B power supply to the Power Jack.

3. Connect the other end of the PS0913B power supply to an AC outlet and turn the Master Level knob until the display reads

mlevel 0.

4. Turn your amplifier(s) on and adjust the volume(s)to a normal playing level.

5. Gradually increase the RPx400’s Master Level to the desired listening level.

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Connect PS0913B to AC Outlet and turn the RPx400 Master Volume down.

Tu rn the RPx400 Master Volume up to the desired listening level.

The Presets

Presets are named and numbered locations of programmed sounds which reside in the RPx400. Presets are recalled with the footswitches. The active effects in each preset are indicated by the lighted LEDs in the Effect Matrix. The RPx400 comes with 40 User Presets (Presets U1-U40), 40 Factory Artist Presets (Presets A1-A40), and 40 DigiTech factory presets (F1-F40). The User Presets are locations where you can store your edits. You may not store changes to the Artist/Factory Presets. From the factory, the 40 User Presets are exact duplicates of the 40 Factory Artist Presets.

Performance

When you first apply power to the RPx400, it powers up in Performance mode. Performance mode provides access to all of the presets within the RPx400 via the Up and Down Footswitches. The Number 1 Knob (left) adjusts the Gain for the selected Amp Type, the Number 2 Knob (second from the left) adjusts the amount of Bass enhancement, the Number 3 Knob (middle) adjusts the amount of Mid-range enhancement, the Number 4 Knob (second from the right) adjusts the amount of Treble (high frequency) enhancement, and the Number 5 Knob (right) adjusts the Master Level (volume).

Bypass

The RPx400 Presets can be bypassed for a clean, unprocessed guitar tone. To bypass the RPx400, press both the Up and Down Footswitches simultaneously. The display read Bypass indicating the preset is bypassed. Pressing any of the 3 Footswitches exits Bypass and returns the RPx400 to the previously selected preset.

Tuner

The Tuner lets you quickly tune or check the tuning on your guitar. Enter Tuner mode by pressing and holding the Up and Down Footswitches simultaneously. The display briefly shows tuner indicating that you are in Tuner mode. To begin tuning, play a note on your guitar (a harmonic at the 12th fret usually works best). The right 2 characters in the display shows the note being played. The left characters in the display indicate whether you are sharp or flat. Arrows pointing to the left (<<<) indicate the note is sharp and should be tuned down. Arrows pointing to the right (>>>) indicate the note is flat and should be tuned up. When the note is in tune, the display shows >>><<<.

In Tuner mode, you can change your tuning reference. The default factory setting is A=440 Hz. (displayed as A=440). Rotate the Number 1 Knob to select alternate dropped tunings. Alternate tunings are A = Ab , A = G , and A = Gb. The display window briefly flashes the selected tuning preference.

The output is muted in Tuner mode. The Expression Pedal returns sound to the output allowing signal to be heard while tuning. Exit tuner mode by pressing any of the 3 Footswitches.

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Learn-A-Lick Mode

Learn-A-Lick lets you record a 10 second passage of music and play it back as slow as 1/4 speed without a change in pitch. This is useful for picking out the notes of a fast solo passage. There are 6 functions for Learn-A-Lick including:

• Stop (Controlled by the Down Footswitch)

• Rewind (Controlled by the Up Footswitch)

• Play (Controlled by the Down Footswitch)

• Record (Controlled by the Amp A-B Footswitch)

• Playback Speed (Controlled with Select Button)

• Sampled Phrase Volume (Controlled by the Expression Pedal)

Using Learn-A-Lick

1. Connect your MP3/CD/tape player headphone output to the CD/Monitor input jack on the rear panel using an 1/8” stereo plug. Set the level of the MP3/CD/tape player to a desired listening level.

2. Cue up to the passage you want to record and press pause on the MP3/CD/tape player.

3. Press and hold the Up and Amp A-B Footswitches to access Learn-A-Lick mode. The display briefly reads: lalick.

4. When the display reads READY,release the pause button on your playback device and press the Amp A-B (Record) Footswitch. The display reads: RCRDNG and the right two display digits provide a time elapsed reference while recording. When recording is complete, the phrase is set to an auto-loop playback mode indicated by play in the display. Press stop or pause on the MP3/CD/tape player.

5. Use the Select button to choose the playback speed. Successive presses of the Select button advance through each playback speed up to 1/4th of the original speed. Your interval choices include: 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, 7/8, and Full.

6. Press the Up Footswitch to step back through the loop at 1 second intervals.

7. The Expression Pedal controls the output level of the recorded phrase.

8. To stop or restart the playback, press the Down (Stop/Play) Footswitch.

9. To record a new passage, press the Amp A-B (Record) Footswitch again.

10. To exit the Learn-A-Lick mode, press and hold the Up and Amp A-B Footswitches simultaneously.

Note: Learn-a-Lick is not available when the RPx400 is connected to the computer via USB.

CD/Monitor In

The CD In feature lets you connect a CD, MP3, or tape player to the RPx400, and play along with your favorite artists. To use the CD In feature, do the following:

1. Connect the headphone output of your MP3/CD/tape player to the CD/Monitor input using an 1/8” stereo cable.

2. Press play on your MP3/CD/tape player. The signal from your MP3/CD/tape player is routed to the left, right, and headphone outputs of the RPx400.

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Drum Machine

The RPx400 features a Drum machine that includes several sampled drum patterns which are useful for developing a good sense of timing. Pressing the Drums button turns on the built-in drum machine (except when in Store or Bypass mode). When the drum machine is active: The Number 1 Knob is used to select the drum Pattern. Choices include:

The Number 2 Knob adjusts the drum Tempo and ranges from BPM 40 (40 beats per minute) to BPM240 (240 beats per minute). The Number 3 Knob adjusts the volume Level of the drum loop and ranges from 1 to 99. Press the Drums button again to stop playback of the drum loop.

Mic Input and Level

The RPx400 features a mic input that be used for mixing or recording vocals and acoustic instruments. The mic input is equipped with phantom power that can power professional condenser microphones. The mic preamp is controlled via the Level knob for controlling the gain of the mic signal. To set the mic level control, follow these steps:

1. Connect a set of headphones to the headphone jack.

2. Sing or play at the loudest volume you will be performing at and adjust the Level control until any audible distortion is minimized. This is the optimum setting for the Mic Level.

For application uses of the mic input, see both the Connections and RPx400 Setups sections of this user’s guide.

ROCK 1 ROCK 2 ROCK 3 HROCK1 HROCK2 HROCK3

HROCK4 POP1 POP2 POP3 POP4 POP5

DANCE1 DANCE2 DANCE3 cntry1 cntry2 blues1

blues2 jazz funk 1 funk 2 swing1 swing2

urban1 urban2 reggae cha 1 cha 2 BOSSA mtrnom

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