Fernandes Nomad Deluxe Owner's Manual

Nomad Deluxe

Owners manual

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Usage And Safety Precautions:

In this manual, symbols are used to highlight warnings and cautions for you to read so that accidents can be prevented. The meanings of these symbols are as follows:

This symbol indicates explanations about extremely dangerous matters. If users ignore this symbol and handle the device the wrong way, serious injury or death could

Warning

Please observe the following safety tips and precautions to ensure hazard-free use of the NOMAD DELUXE.

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ABOUT POWER

Warning

AC adapter operation Be sure to use only an AC adapter which supplies 9V DC, 300 mA and is equipped with a center minus plug The use of an adapter other than the specified type may damage the unit and pose as a safety hazard. Connect the AC adapter only to an AC outlet that supplies the rated voltage required by the adapter. When disconnecting the AC adapter from the AC outlet, always grasp the adapter itself and do not pull at the cable. If the unit is not to be used for a long time, disconnect the AC adapter from the outlet.

Battery Operation Use only a 9V alkaline battery. If the Nomad Deluxe is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove the battery from the unit. If battery leakage has occurred, wipe the battery compartment and the battery terminals carefully to remove all remnants of battery fluid. While using the unit, the battery compartment should be closed.

Since the power consumption of this unit is fairly high, we recommend the use of an AC adapter whenever possible. When powering the unit from a battery, use only an alkaline type.

This symbol indicates explanations about dangerous matters. If users ignore this symbol and handle the device the wrong way, bodily injury and damage to the equipment could result.

Caution

HANDLING

Caution

* Take care that no foreign objects (coins or pins etc.) or liquids can enter the unit. Be sure to turn the power to all equipment off before making connections Before moving the unit, turn the power off, and disconnect all cables and the AC adapter.

ALTERATIONS

Caution

Never remove the backplate of the NOMAD DELUXE or attempt to modify the product in any way since this can result in damage to the unit and will void your warranty.

Usage precautions

ELECTRICAL INTERFACE

For safety considerations, the NOMAD DELUXE has been designed to provide maximum protection against emission of electromagnetic radiation from inside the device, and from external interference. However, equipment that is very susceptible to interference or that emits powerful electromagnetic waves should not be placed near the NOMAD DELUXE, as the possibility of interference cannot be ruled out entirely.

Whatever the type of digital control device, the NOMAD DELUXE included, electromagnetic damage can cause malfunctioning, and can corrupt or destroy data. Since this is an ever-present danger, thorough care should be taken to minimize the risk of damage.

ENVIRONMENT

Caution

Avoid using your NOMAD DELUXE in environments where it will be exposed to: Extreme temperature High humidity or moisture Excessive dust or sand Excessive vibration or shock.

ELECTRICAL INTERFACE

Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the NOMAD DELUXE. If necessary, slightly moisten the cloth. Do not use abrasive cleanser, wax, or solvents (such as paint thinner or cleaning alcohol), since these may dull the finish or damage the surface.

Connecting cables and input and output jacks: You should always turn off the power to the NOMAD DELUXE and all other equipment before connecting or disconnecting any cables. Also make sure to disconnect all cables and the AC

Index:

Outline:_________________________________________________1 Features:________________________________________________1 Packing List: _____________________________________________1 Options: ________________________________________________1 Warranty / Service: ________________________________________2

SECTION 1 Quick Reference

How To Turn On and Adjust The Volume: _______________________3 Selecting Presets: _________________________________________4 Bypass:__________________________________________________4 How To Use the Tuner:_____________________________________13 How To Use The Expression Knob: ___________________________15 How To Use The Control Pedal: ______________________________15 Replay Rhythm Pattern:__________________________________ __12 Outline of Editing Presets:___________________________________16 Saving Presets:___________________________________________16 How To Backup User Data:__________________________________6 Setting The Noise Gate:_____________________________________6 Parts Names

1. Display:_______________________________________________7

2. Matrix LED:____________________________________________7

3. Select Button:__________________________________________7

4. Store Button:___________________________________________7

5. Rhythm Button:_________________________________________7

6. Preset UP Button: _______________________________________8

7. Preset DOWN Button:____________________________________8

8. Gain Knob:_____________________________________________8

9. Amplifier Type Knob:_____________________________________8

10. Master Level Knob:______________________________________8

11. Power Switch:__________________________________________8

12. Expression Knob: ______________________________________8

13. Expression Pedal Input Jack:______________________________8

14. Power Jack:___________________________________________8

15. Output Jack:___________________________________________8

16. Power LED:___________________________________________8

17. Battery Box:___________________________________________8 Example Connection:_______________________________________9 Headphone Monitor:________________________________________9 Mono Setup: _____________________________________________9 Stereo Setup: ____________________________________________10 Recording Setup: _________________________________________10 Expression Pedal Connection:________________________________15 Nomad Deluxe Power Supply: _______________________________11 Internal Battery: __________________________________________11 Power On Notes:__________________________________________11

SECTION 2 Operation

About Presets:____________________________________________12 Performance Mode: ________________________________________12 Bypass Mode: ____________________________________________12 Rhythm Mode:____________________________________________12 Tuner Mode: _____________________________________________13 Edit Mode:________________________________________________14 Store Mode: ______________________________________________14 Expression Knob: __________________________________________15 Expression Pedal: _________________________________________15

SECTION 3 Editing Presets

Preset Edit: ______________________________________________16 Matrix: __________________________________________________16 Edit Order:________________________________________________16 Store Programs and Copy:___________________________________16

SECTION 4 FX and Parameter Explanation

Pickup / Wah:_____________________________________________17 Pickup Simulator: __________________________________________17 Wah: ____________________________________________________18 Compressor: _____________________________________________19 Amp Model:_______________________________________________20 EQ: _____________________________________________________20 Cabinet / Gate: ____________________________________________20 Cabinet Modeling: _________________________________________20 Noise Gate: ______________________________________________20 Effects:___________________________________________________21 Chorus: _________________________________________________21 Flange: _________________________________________________21 Phaser:__________________________________________________21 Tremolo:_________________________________________________21 Auto Pan: ________________________________________________21 Vibrato:__________________________________________________22 Rotary Speaker Simulator: ___________________________________22 Auto Yah: ________________________________________________22 Envelope Filter:___________________________________________22 Detune: _________________________________________________22 Pitch Shifter: _____________________________________________22 Whammy: _______________________________________________23 Delay: ___________________________________________________23 Reverb:__________________________________________________23

SECTION 5 Additional information

Factory Presets:___________________________________________24 Nomad Deluxe Specifications:_________________________________24 Nomad Deluxe Preset Data Sheet: ____________________________26 List of Factory Presets: ______________________________________25

Nomad Deluxe Outline:

Thank you for purchasing Fernandes Nomad Deluxe! The Nomad Deluxe is a groundbreaking guitar with a built-in amplifier using DigiTech¤ revolutionary "Audio DNA" signal processing technology, which is powerful, flexible, and easy to use.

Nomad Deluxe features:

-The Nomad Deluxe features a genuine DigiTech¤ "Audio DNA" signal processor, giving you an incredible range of tonal options.

-Digital amp modeling which gives you the sound characteristics of different legendary amps.

-You can combine the many different effects to create up to 40 unique patches and save them for instant recall whenever you need them. In addition, you also have 40 preset factory patches to choose from, giving you a total of 80 patches!

-On board tuner.

-Built in Drum machine.

-You can control Whammy“, Wah, Volume, and other functions by using the onboard expression knob or an expression pedal. (Expression pedal not included.)

-AC power supply included.

The following are included with the Nomad Deluxe:

-Gig bag.

-AC power supply.

-Nomad Deluxe owner’s manual.

-Fernandes owner’s manual and Warranty card.

-Adjustment tools (1.5mm wrench, 5mm wrench)

The following accessories can be ordered for the NOMAD Deluxe:

-Hard Case Part#: FMC-N

-External Battery Pack with strap Part#: NMD02BPS

-Replacement Nomad Deluxe AC Power Supply Part#: NMD02PS To find a dealer go to www.fernandesguitars.com

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

The Nomad Deluxe is backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty.

-Please be sure to sure to completely fill out your warranty card and mail it to Fernandes within 10 days of purchase.

-There are no user serviceable parts inside the Nomad Deluxe please see a qualified repair person for repairs.

-In order to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, don’t expose the Nomad Deluxe to rain or water.

Warranty Terms:

To validate the Limited LIFETIME WARRANTY, the Warranty Registration Card must be completed and returned to Fernandes Guitars within ten days of purchase. While under warranty, all replacement parts and labor will be provided without charge. This warranty is to the original purchaser and may not be transferred. Should your Fernandes product require service, you must contact the Fernandes dealer you purchased the product from. The Fernandes dealer will determine if the product can be repaired at their location or if the product needs to be returned to Fernandes Guitars. The dealer must contact Fernandes Guitars for a return authorization number. Next, securely pack the product along with a copy of the original sales receipt and then write the R.A. number on the outside of the shipping carton. All transportation charges are the responsibility of the purchaser. This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, accident, neglect or normal wear and tear. Determination of all such damage shall be by Fernandes Guitars. Fernandes Guitars reserves the right to repair or replace defective products. In the event a duplicate part or instrument is no longer available, Fernandes Guitars will replace the part or product with one of equal or greater value. Fernandes Guitars is not responsible for any incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect or failure of the product, other than the repair or replacement of the product under the terms of the warranty. This warranty gives the purchaser specific legal rights, which vary from state to state, and is in lieu of any and all other warranties or agreements either expressed or implied, except as may otherwise be required by law.

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Fernandes Nomad Deluxe Quick Reference:

This section will quickly acquaint you with the features of the Nomad Deluxe. Power-supply input and volume control: Page 11

1. When the power switch is in the up position the power is OFF.

2. When using the included power supply, connect the plug from a power supply to AC wall socket then plug the power supply into the power input jack of Nomad Deluxe.

3. When using a battery use only Alkaline batteries.

4. When using headphones, or when using the NOMAD Deluxe with a guitar amplifier, connect the apparatus before turning the power ON. Refer to Page 9 for details on using the Nomad Deluxe with an amplifier or other devices.

6. When the power switch is in the down position the power supply is ON.

7. The Expression knob is at it s maximum setting when turned completely clockwise.

8. Volume is also controlled by using the master level knob.

Gradually turn the Master knob clockwise and set it to a volume that you are comfortable with. *When using built-in amplifier, feedback may be caused if the volume is raised too high, since the speaker is very close to the pickup, So if the Nomad feeds back, simply lower the volume control. Some legendary guitar players have even been able to use feedback to create beautiful music! Give it a try!!

*Distorted tones tend to feed back easier than clean tones do. If the instrument feeds back only on certain presets, you can eliminate it by turning down either the Gain or Master knobs. (Turning down the gain know will decrease distortion, so if you like the tone you are getting and just want to get rid of feedback, turn down the Master knob.)

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Selecting pre-sets: (refer to Page 12)

1. Using the Preset UP and DOWN buttons you can scroll through the patches.

2. To scroll through the patches quickly press and hold down the Preset UP or Down button until you arrive at the desired patch.

3. Distortion is controlled by the gain knob and volume can be controlled by adjusting the master level knob or by selecting different amplifier models with the amp type knob.

Bypass: (refer to Page12)

1. Pressing the preset UP and DOWN buttons simultaneously engages the bypass mode, bypassing all effects -- the pickup of nomad goes direct when the Nomad is in the bypass mode, "by" will appear in the display.

2. To exit the Bypass Mode and to return to the last preset, press either the Preset UP or DOWN buttons.

How to use the tuner: (refer to page13)

1. Press and hold down the preset UP and DOWN buttons simultaneously after 2 seconds the Nomad Deluxe will advance to the tuner mode and "TU" will appear in the display window. When tuning the reference note can be changed using a gain knob.

2. Pick a single note, the tuning of that note will appear in the display. When the center LED is lit in green the string is in tune with the note in the display. The LED s to the left of the Green LED indicate Sharp # and the LED s to the right indicate flat b.

3.To switch from the tuning mode back to the playing mode press either the Preset UP or DOWN button.

How to use the Expression knob: (refer to page 15) *The Expression knob of the Nomad Deluxe is a parameter control. When the expression knob is engaged it does not function like a volume control on a common electric guitar.

1. Usually, an Expression knob can adjust a pre-set level (volume).

2. When the wah is turned on, it functions like a wah pedal automatically.

3. When whammy is turned on it changes to whammy control automatically. *When the below-mentioned Expression pedal is connected the Expression knob stops functioning.

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How to use an expression pedal with the Nomad Deluxe: (refer to page 9)

1. A wah, whammy, and a volume pedal function can be added by connecting a passive volume pedal to the side panel of the Nomad Deluxe. (The expression pedal will have the same function as the Expression knob)

2. When the expression pedal is connected to the jack the Wah, Whammy or volume functions will automatically be transferred to the pedal if they are activated.

Reproduction of a rhythm pattern: (refer to 12 pages)

1. A drum machine is built into the Nomad Deluxe. Press the rhythm button and a rhythm pattern will start.

2. The Rhythm pattern can be changed by turning the gain knob. Tempo can be changed by turning the amplifier type knob. The volume of a rhythm can be adjusted by turning the master level knob.

3. Pressing the rhythm button stops the rhythm pattern.

Outline of pre-set editing: (refer to 14, 16 pages) The procedure for editing the sound of the Nomad Deluxe to your liking is as follows.

1. The LED Display in which the effect to be edited is displayed is made to turn on using the selection button.

2. After the select button is pressed the gain knob, amplifier type knob, and master knob are activated for editing the presets.

1. Advance to the next group of presets by pressing the select button again.

4. Store new presets by pressing the store button.

5. To escape from editing mode pressing and holding the selection button, this returns the Nomad Deluxe to the performance mode.

Saving new presets: (refer to 14, 16 pages)

By saving a preset in the memory of the Nomad Deluxe, the new preset can be called up again, even if the power is turned OFF.

1. Press the store button and the pre-set number will blink.

2. Use preset up and down buttons to select the preset number you want to save.

3. Press the store button again and the preset is saved.

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