DFX256
Digital Effects Processor
DFX256
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User’s Manual
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DFX256
1. Re a d these in s tructi o ns befo r e operat i ng this
apparatus.
2. Keep these instructions for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings to ensure safe operation.
4. Follow all instructions provided in this document.
5.
Do not use this apparatus near water or in locations
where condensation may occur.
6. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not use aerosol or liquid
cleaners. Unplug this apparatus before cleaning
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7.
Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install
in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat
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9.
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 the third prong is provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet
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10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plug, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus
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11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacture
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12. Use only with a car t, sta nd, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
wh e n movin g the cart / appara t us
combination
to avoid injury from tip-
ove
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13. Unplug this apparatus during lighting
st orms or when unu sed for long
periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing 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
normall
y, or has been dropped.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons
.
The
exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is in-
tended
to alert the user to the presence of important operat-
ing and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
CAUTION: Use
of controls or adjustments or performance
of procedures other than those specified may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus. The MAINS plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall
remain readily operable.
Warning: the user shall not place this apparatus in the confined area during the operation so that the mains switch
can be easily accessible.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
DFX256
Digital Effects Processor
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................4
FEATURES .................................................................................................................................4
GETTING STARTED .................................................................................................................. 4
CHANNEL SETUP ......................................................................................................................5
FRONT-PANEL DESCRIPTION ..................................................................................................6
REAR-PANEL DESCRIPTION ....................................................................................................6
PRESET PROGRAMS ................................................................................................................7
SAMPLE CONNECTIONS ....................................................................................................... 15
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................... 16
Phonic reserves the right to improve or alter any information suppied within this document without prior notice.
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Phonic
DFX256 digital reverberator. The DFX256 is a high
quality and easy-to-use stereo digital reverberator.
To take full ad-vantage of the DFX256’s functions,
and enjoy a longand trouble-free use, please read
thisuser’s manualcarefully and keep it for future reference.
FEATURES
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256 effect programs available
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Programs include reverb, delay, anger, chorus,
tap delay, tremolo, phaser, pan effects and combinations
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32-40 bit digital signal processing plus 24 bit AD/
DA conversions
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True stereo reverb
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Easy-to-read 3-digit LED display
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Compact “1U” rack mount dimensions
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Foot SW Jacks allow the user of a footswitch to
mute the effect
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Auto-bypass when power is off.
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Signal and clip LEDs easy setup of the optimum
input level
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A professional quality digital reverb designed for
musical instruments,recording, and sound reinforcement
GETTING STARTED
1. Check the AC voltage before connecting the
plug. Choose the main supply for the sound system with care. Do not share sockets or earthing
with light dimmers.
2. Run audio cables separately from dimmer wiring, using balanced lines wherever possible. If
necessary, cross audio and lighting cables at 90o
right angles to minimize the possibility of interference. Keep unbalanced cabling as short as
possible.
3. Check your cables regularly and label each end
for easy identication.
4. Before switching on the main power, keep all
output rotary faders all the way down to prevent
damage or excessive noise caused by bad level
adjustment, wrong wiring, defective cables, or
bad connections.
5. Always turn on the DFX256 PRO before the
power amplier; turn off the DFX256 after turning off the amplier.
6. Always turn off the unit before connecting or disconnecting the unit to the power source.
7. Never use any solvents to clean the unit. Clean
it with a soft, dry cloth.
FRONT-PANEL DESCRIPTION
1. INPUT LEVEL CONTROL
The input level control sets the level going into the
DFX256. You should set the level so that Peak indi-
cators only ash RED occasionally.
2. MIX (DRY / WET) CONTROL
This control sets the balance between the unaffected signal coming through the inputs and the effects
being generated by the DFX256 i.e. the balance of
wet (effect) and dry (no effect) sounds. By keeping
the Mix somewhere in the center, a blend of dry and
wet signal can be achieved.
3. EFFECT MODES CHART
This chart shows you what 256 effect modes are in
the DFX256.
4. LED DISPLAY
This 7-segment display indicates the current effect
program in Program mode. When the display shows
the letter “C” ashing, this means either the right
or left input signals are too high and should be reduced.
5. PROGRAM SELECT KNOB
Turning this control will allow users to ‘preview’ the
different digital effects. Pushing it in will load the preset. If this control is not pushed within a few seconds
of changing the effect, the DFX256 will automatically
revert back to the previously loaded effect. When
this control is held down for a few seconds, the digital effects b will be bypassed. Holding it down again
will reactivate the effects. When selecting the Tap
Delay effect (T1 - T6), pushing the Program Select
control will allow users to adjust the delay time. The
time between the nal two presses will be calculated
and used as the delay time.
6. OUTPUT LEVEL CONTROL
This rotary control sets the level going to the amplier
or mixer from the output of the DFX256.
7. POWER SWITCH
This switch turns the power of the DFX256 on/off.
When the power is off, the DFX256 will be in signal
bypass position automatically i.e. this feature allows
the direct signal to pass through the DFX256 even
when the power is not switched on.
8. SIGNAL INDICATORS
These 2 small LED indicators, located within the digital
effect display, show when either the left or right inputs
are receiving a signal (the left LED indicates when the
left input is receiving a signal, the right indicates when
the right receives a signal). When the LCD display
(above these indicators) ashes “C”, the signal in the
left or right channel is excessive (ie. clip), and should
be reduced to keep the audio’s integrity.
9. LOAD INDICATOR
This small LED indicator, located within the digital effect display, will ash when users are previewing different effects (when turning the program select knob).
When a new program is loaded, this LED will stop
ashing.
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REAR-PANEL DESCRIPTION
10. AC 10V IN INLET
The supplied AC Adapter is plugged into this connector.
11. FOOTSWITCH
This is a 1/4” stereo phone jack. If a foot switch is
connected to this jack, you can use your foot to
switch the effect mute on/off (bypass).
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12. OUTPUT (LEFT & RIGHT)
There are 1/4” phone jacks which connect to devices such as the effects returns on a mixing console
or power amplier inputs.
13. INPUT (LEFT/MONO & RIGHT)
There are 1/4” phone jacks which connect to sources such as the effects sends of mixing consoles. For
mono application, use the “Left/Mono” input.
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