ENGL Z9 Footswitch User manual

SAC/MIDI Footswitch

Operator´s Manual

Table of Contents

page: Introduction Features and Functionality at a Glance

Control Panel Features:

Connections on the rear panel of the foot controller:

Detailed descriptions of functions with examples and tips:

Configuration table for the assignment of sound-shaping and special functions to and

Handling and Care

Glossary

Troubleshooting

Technical data

Wiring of Principal Connectors

Layout: Control panel and Rear panel

or button 4 or button 5 or button 5 or button 6

or button 6 or button 7

1. Selecting channels and sound-shaping and special functions

on ENGL amps in Serial Amp Control mode 8

2. Configuring the and buttons:

To assign a sound-shaping and special function to via the routine 9 To assign a sound-shaping and special function to via the F routine 10 Information and practical tips 11

3. Selecting MIDI patches in MIDI mode 12

13 for the E670 Special Edition amp and the E570 Preamp

Channel 1 Patch 1/6 Channel 2 Patch 2/7 Channel 3 Patch 3/8 Channel 4 Patch 4/9 Function 1 Patch 5/10 Function 2

Serial Amp Control Out MIDI Out

Function 1 Function 2

Function 1

Function 1 Setup

Function 2

unction 2 Setup

Function 1 Function 2

Bank A/B

Power Supply

Congratulations on your choice

A quickrundownof its features and functionality follows.

A tremendous advantage

- the Z-9 Custom Footswitch is sure to serve you well as the switching center for your rig! With this custom-designed foot controller, you own a general-purpose tool well-suited for operating specific ENGL amps via S.A.C. (Serial Amp Control; ENGL's proprietary data protocol). As alternative to this, the Z-9 can be configured to control MIDI-enabled amps and effect devices. The ENGL Z-9 features an unique auto configuration function that - according to the type of connected cord configures it as an ENGL S.A.C. system switching center or as a basic MIDI foot controller offering 10 MIDI patches. Carrying on the ENGL tradition of turning out foot controllers boasting rugged design and striking visuals, the ENGL Custom Z-9 Footswitch is a very robust device housed in an elegant stainless steel chassis.

When configured in S.A.C. mode to remote control specific ENGL amps and 19" rack devices, the Z-9:

1. selects channels directly via reciprocal triggering (that is, A/B switching. See

page 15 to learn more.).

2. offers two freely programmable buttons that serve to control programmable

sound-shaping and special functions on ENGL amps. These two special function buttons may also be integrated into the chain of four reciprocal trigger (A/B) switching functions. This affords you direct access to the switchable and on the ENGL Special Edition amp, as well as to on the ENGL 570 Tube Preamp.

3. provides access to the switchable , for example, on the Special Edition

Amp (via the four channel selector buttons; the function is activated by pressing the button twice).

4. connects to your ENGL amp, power amp or preamp's via a

conventional stereo cord with 1/4" jack plugs. In this case, the stereo cord delivers the current required to power the Z-9!

When configured in MIDI foot controller mode, the Z-9:

1. selects 10 MIDI patches numbered 1 to 10 (MIDI program numbers

or for short) in two banks comprising five each.

2. is supplied with power via a 5-pin MIDI cord connected to ENGL amps,

power amps or preamps equipped with a MIDI interface (MIDI IN), and a phantom power option that is enabled via the switch. An outboard power unit is not required for this type of configuration.

of the ENGL Z-9 Custom Footswitch is that it offers two remote control options - MIDI and Serial Amp Control. In the event of a damaged cord, you can immediately change over to the other option. What's more, cords equipped with stereo 1/4" jack plugs are readily available, so is always a viable option.

Tube Driver

T.D.EQ Preamp Defeat

Master A/B

S.A.C. port

MPN MPNs

ENGL MIDI Foot Controller

S.A.C.

Contents:

1. ENGL Z-9 Custom Footswitch;

2. this manual;

Among the hallmarks of this Footpedal are painstaking workmanship and finishing as well as rigorously tested and carefully selected quality components. You'll find guidelines on care and maintenance on page 14. Under the heading Tips from the designer, you'll come across practical tips on the aforementioned features throughout the manual. All critical information concerning the operation of this Footswitch board is preceded by "NOTE", "CAUTION" or some other eye-catching comment. We're calling your attention to these remarks for reasons of safety or other compelling motives, so please give them due consideration.

Your first impression may be that handling the foot controller is complicated. To nip frustration in the bud, I suggest you follow along with the examples on pages 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12. This will give you a better understanding of and hands-on experience with the foot controller's functionality. In no time at all, you'll discover that it actually handles very comfortably and conveniently.

At page 18 of the manual, you'll find diagrams of the control panel.

The Z-9 Foot Controller offers two operating modes:

In this mode, the Z-9 Foot Controller switches ENGL amps via a command set called

( ). The Z-9 is automatically configured in MIDI or S.A.C. mode

when you insert a connector into the selected port ( t or ).

This MIDI function offers 10 MIDI patches (or MPNs) in two banks called A and B.

When you press this button in S.A.C. mode, it activates a specific channel on an ENGL amp, for example, . The button's switching action reciprocates with the , and buttons. This means that rather than serving as a simple on/off switch, the four buttons are A/B switches that activate a new channel and deactivate the currently active channel. Note that for all configurations other than in the , pressing the button a second time controls a special function on the amp (for example, on the E670). The LED 1 above the button lights up to indicate the currently active channel; a flashing LED 1 indicates the activated channel and the activated function (say, and onthe E670 amp). To access the or routine, press and hold this button and the or buttonuntil the LED above the given button flashes. When the or routine is activated, this button serves to assign two sound-shaping or special functions on ENGL

A few words of wisdom from the designer:

A detailed look at control and display features as well as ports and connectors follows:

or button

Control panel features

Serial Amp Control S.A.C.

MIDI Ou S.A.C. Out

Clean Channel 1

Channel 2 Channel 3 Channel 4

Channel

Function 1

F1-1 Function 1 Setup

Master A/B

Clean

Master B Function 1 Function 2 Setup

Function 1 Function 2

Function 1 Setup Function 2 Setup

Channel 1 Patch 1/6 Channel 1:

Serial Amp Control (S.A.C.) mode:

MIDI mode:

amps to the and button. You'll find an overview of sound- shaping and special functions available on the ENGL Special Edition E670 and the ENGL Preamp E570 in the table on page 13.

When you press this button in MIDI mode, it selects MIDI patch 1 in bank A and in bank B. Pressing this button sends the given MPN to via MIDI channel 1.

When you press this button in S.A.C. mode, it activates a specific channel on an ENGL amp, for example, . The button's switching action reciprocates with the , and buttons. This means that rather than serving as a simple on/off switch, the four buttons are A/B switches that activate a new channel and deactivate the currently active channel. Note that for all configurations other than in the , pressing the button a second time controls a special function on the amp (for example, on the E670). The LED 2 above the button lights up to indicate the currently active channel; a flashing LED 2 indicates the activated channel and the activated function (say, and on the E670 amp). When the or routine is activated, this button serves to assign two sound-shaping or special functions on ENGL amps to the and button. You'll find an overview of sound-shaping and special functions available on the ENGL Special Edition E670 and the ENGL Preamp E570 in the table on page 13.

When you press this button in MIDI mode, it selects MIDI patch 2 in bank A and in bank B. Pressing this button sends the given MPN to via MIDI channel 1.

When you press this button in S.A.C. mode, it activates a specific channel on an ENGL amp, for example, . The button's switching action reciprocates with the , and buttons. This means that rather than serving as a simple on/off switch, the four buttons are A/B switches that activate a new channel and deactivate the currently active channel. Note that for all configurations other than in the , pressing the button a second time controls a special function on the amp (for example, on the E670). The LED 3 above the button lights up to indicate the currently active channel; a flashing LED 3 indicates the activated channel and the activated function (say, and on the E670 amp). When the or routine is activated, this button serves to assign two sound-shaping or special functions on ENGL amps to the and button. You'll find an overview of sound-shaping and special functions available on the ENGL Special Edition E670 and the ENGL Preamp E570 in the table on page13.

When you press this button in MIDI mode, it selects MIDI patch 3 in bank A and in bank B. Pressing this button sends the given MPN to via MIDI channel 1.

Function 1 Function 2

MPN 6

MIDI Out

Crunch Channel 2

Channel 1 Channel 3 Channel 4

Channel

Function 1

F1-1 Function 1 Setup

Master A/B

Crunch

Master B Function 1 Setup Function 2 Setup

Function 1 Function 2

MPN 7

MIDI Out

Lead I Channel 3

Channel 1 Channel 2 Channel 4

Channel

Function 1

F1-1 Function 1 Setup

Master A/B

Lead I

Master B Function 1 Setup Function 2 Setup

Function 1 Function 2

MPN 8

MIDI Out

Patch 1/6

Channel 2 Patch 2/7 Channel 2 :

Patch 2/7

Channel 3 Patch 3/8 Channel 3 :

Patch 3/8

or button

Channel 4 Patch 4/9 Channel 4 :

Patch 4/9

Function 1 Patch 5/10 Function 1

or button

When you press this button in S.A.C. mode, it activates a specific channel on an ENGL amp, for example, . The button's switching action reciprocates with the , and buttons. This means that rather than serving as a simple on/off switch, the four buttons are A/B switches that activate a new channel and deactivate the currently active channel. Note that for all configurations other than in the , pressing the button a second time controls a special function on the amp (for example, on the E670). The LED 4 above the button lights up to indicate the currently active channel; a flashing LED 4 indicates the activated channel and the activated function (say, and on the E670 amp). When the or routine is activated, this button serves to assign two sound-shaping or special functions on ENGL amps to the and button. You'll find an overview of sound-shaping and special functions available on the ENGL Special Edition E670 and the ENGL Preamp E570 in the table on page 13.

When you press this button in MIDI mode, it selects MIDI patch 4 in bank A and in bank B. Pressing this button sends the given MPN to via MIDI channel 1.

When you press this button in S.A.C. mode, it controls a previously programmed sound-shaping or special function on an ENGL amp. TheLED 5 above the buttonlights up to indicate the function is active. Assign the desired sound-shaping or special function to in the routine. Access this configuration routine by simultaneously pressing the and buttons until LED 5 above the button flashes. Press the button to confirmyour selection and to activate the routine. Using the , , and

buttons, you can then select the amp's sound-shaping or special functions that you want to remote control via the button. You have up to eight different settings to choose from for : Each Channel button offers two different sound-shaping or special functions; switch between the two options by pressing the given Channel button twice. The LED assigned to this Channel button illuminates continuously to signify one option, and flashes to signify the other. Immediately after you have confirmed the , one of the LEDs above the Channel buttons lights up or flashes to show the current configuration. To store a new assignment, press and hold the button until LED 6 above the

button lights up. The Z-9 stores the given configuration (that is, your assignment of a sound-shaping or special function on the amp to the button) in its nonvolatile memory so that the setup is retained after you power it down. In case

button's switching action also reciprocates with the , and buttons. Note that for this special configuration pressing the button a second time controls a special function on the amp (for example, on the E670). The LED 5 above the button lights up to indicate the currently active channel; a flashing LED 5 indicates

Lead II Channel 4

Channel 1 Channel 2 Channel 3

Channel

Function 1

F1-1 Function 1 Setup

Master A/B

Lead II

Master B Function 1 Setup Function 2 Setup

Function 1 Function 2

MPN 9

MIDI Out

Function 1 Function 1 Setup

Channel 1 Function 1

Function 1

Function 1 Setup Channel 1 Channel 2 Channel 3

Channel 4

Function 1

Function 1 Setup

Function 2 Function

Function 1

Channel 1 Channel 2, Channel 3 Channel 4

Master A/B

Function 1 F1-5, Function 1

is programmed to configuration

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