Dod FX102 User Manual

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soloing or you just want feedback.
O’clock, and the DRIVE control up. Use the FX102 when
turn the LOW control to 9 O’clock , turn the HIGH control to 9
distortion setting. Next turn the FX102’s LEVEL control up,
To change the tone and gain of your amp, set it for a good
SOLO BOOST

and don’t forget the whammy bar dives with pick squeals.
O’clock and turn the LEVEL knob up. Play fast and mean,
the LOW knob to 2 O’clock, turn the HIGH knob to 12
For a standard metal solo sound use the FX102 alone. Turn
METAL SOLO

trip back to 1965 and play all those old surf favorites.
HIGH to 12 O’clock , and the DRIVE to 12 O’clock. Take a
Set the LEVEL to 12 O’clock, the LOW to 2 O’clock, the
a good hollow body guitar and the juice just starts to flow.
This setting is a rock or a slightly over-driven ska sound. Use
ROCK OVERDRIVE

lack thereof.
create your own sounds that meet your specific tastes, or
a subjective matter, use these examples as starting points to
how to set the knobs. Since good (or bad) guitar sounds are
sounds are shown, along with graphic representations of
On the following pages, some examples of different types of

WHAT THE FX102 DOES
The FX102 is designed to add the right amount of

distortion to a guitar when it is already running into a
distorted amplifier. By slightly distorting the amp and
kicking the FX102 on during solos or extra distorted
songs, the FX102 adds more character without becoming
harsh. The FX102’s harmonics stand out, and EQ lets
you achieve many different tones that you could only get
with two distortions. From tube like screams to rock-a­billy twang, it’s all there.

CONNECTING THE FX102
Connect your guitar to the input of the FX102. Connect
the output of the FX102 to your amp, or to the input of
another effects device. To eliminate the need for a 9-volt
battery, attach the DOD PS200R to the AC adapter jack.

FEATURES
LED indicator shows status of effect and battery
condition.
Active switching for noiseless operation.
Easy access battery compartment.
Adapter jack for AC operation.
Rugged die-cast metal case.
Three year limited warranty.
Rubber non-skid bottom.

CONTROLS
LEVEL: Controls the output level of the FX102. Use this

control to overdrive the front end of the amplifiers, and add
a solo boost.

LOW: Controls the low frequency EQ of the FX102. Use
this control to make your amplifiers distortion sound thin or
very flubby.

HIGH: Controls the amount of high frequency EQ of the
FX102. Use this control to make your amplifier sound very
crisp, or to give those harmonics just that extra little kick
so your guitar oscillates on command.

DRIVE: This adds gain or distortion to the FX102. Turn it
up while using a distorted amp, and you can feel the notes

just keep going and going.........

FOOTSWITCH: Switches the effect in or out of the signal
path.

LED INDICATOR: Lights when the distortion is enabled,
and is not lit when the distortion is bypassed.

JACKS: Input, Output, AC Adapter (use the DOD PS200R
power supply only to eliminate the need for a 9 volt
battery).

OPERATION OF THE FX102
The FX102 is an overdrive designed to work with or without

an already distorted amp. The FX102 gives your guitar that
“squishy” tube sound that other distortion pedals try to get.
From blues to just good old rock and roll, the FX102 can
change your guitar unlike anything else.

When setting up the effect, use the LEVEL control to match
the level of the distortion effect with the level of the original
input signal. The control should be set so that there is a
slight increase in level when the effect is switched into the
signal path. When using the FX102 in conjunction with a
distorted amplifier use it to control how hard your signal
“hits” the front of the amp or distorts it. The more it’s turned
up the more the amp will distort.

On the following pages, some examples of different types of
sounds are shown, along with graphic representations of
how to set the knobs. Since good (or bad) guitar sounds are
a subjective matter, use these examples as starting points to
create your own sounds that meet your specific tastes, or
lack thereof.

ROCK OVERDRIVE
This setting is a rock or a slightly over-driven ska sound. Use
a good hollow body guitar and the juice just starts to flow.
Set the LEVEL to 12 O’clock, the LOW to 2 O’clock, the
HIGH to 12 O’clock , and the DRIVE to 12 O’clock. Take a
trip back to 1965 and play all those old surf favorites.

METAL SOLO
For a standard metal solo sound use the FX102 alone. Turn
the LOW knob to 2 O’clock, turn the HIGH knob to 12
O’clock and turn the LEVEL knob up. Play fast and mean,
and don’t forget the whammy bar dives with pick squeals.

SOLO BOOST
To change the tone and gain of your amp, set it for a good
distortion setting. Next turn the FX102’s LEVEL control up,
turn the LOW control to 9 O’clock , turn the HIGH control to 9
O’clock, and the DRIVE control up. Use the FX102 when
soloing or you just want feedback.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• The FX102 battery is in use whenever the INPUT jack is
plugged in. If you are not using the FX102, be sure to
unplug the cable from the INPUT jack. This will prevent
unnecessary battery drain.

• Remove the battery whenever the unit is not going to be
used for an extended period of time. This will prevent
possible damage due to leaking battery fluids.

• If the FX102 fails to switch in or out or the LED indicator
stays lit, the battery needs to be replaced.

• Use of any AC adapter other than the DOD PS200R will
void the warranty of this product.

• Unauthorized repair of the FX102 will void the warranty.
Should your FX102 require service, contact your DOD FX
pedal dealer for return / repair information.

DOD Warranty

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

2. DOD 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. DOD liability under this warranty is limited to repairing or
replacing defective materials that show evidence of defect,
provided the product is returned through the original dealer,
where all parts and labor will be covered up to a period of
three years. 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. DOD 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.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Manufacturer’s Name: DOD Electronics Corporation

Manufacturer’s Address: 8760 S. Sandy Parkway

Sandy, Utah 84070, USA
declares that the product

Product Name: FX102

Product Options: All (requires a Class II power

adapter that conforms to the requirements of EN 60065,

The product herewith complies with the requirements of

EN 60742, or equivalent).

Safety: EN 60065 (1993)

IEC65 (1985) with Amendments 1,2,3

EMC: EN 55013: (1990)

EN 55020: (1991)

Supplementary Information:

the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC

Directive 89/336/EEC as amended by directive

European Contact: Your Local DOD Sales and

Copyright © 1998 DOD Electronics Corporation

93/68/EEC.

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Sandy, Utah 84070, USA

Effective: August 26, 1997

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