MANUAL
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5268527, 5319713, 5333201, 5402498 and 5493617. Other patents pending. Foreign patents pending.
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Your PatchMate LOOP 8 has been designed to comply with the following Standards and Directives as set forth by the European Union:
Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC, 76/769/EC, 1994/62/EC, 2000/ 53/EC, 2002/95/EC
Standard(s): EN55022, EN50082-1, EN60065
This means that this product has been designed to meet stringent guidelines on how much RF energy it can emit, and that it should be immune from other sources of interference when properly used. Improper use of this equipment could result in increased RF emissions, which may or may not interfere with other electronic products.
To insure against this possibility, always use good shielded cables for all audio input and output connections. This will help insure compliance with the Directive(s).
SPECIFICATIONS
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Active Output Impedeance |
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150 ohms |
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1/4” mono |
Send Jacks |
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1/4” mono |
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1/4” mono |
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1/4” mono |
Power requirements |
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9VAC 3.4amps 4 pin DIN connector |
Dimensions |
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1 rack space, 19” wide, 1 3/4” tall, ????” deep |
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MIDI In/Thru/Out |
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7 pin DIN, (standard 5 pin cable plugs in without phantom power feature) |
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Thru/Out 5 pin DIN |
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Provided on MIDI IN jack pins 6 and 7 - 9VAC 2amps |
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MIDI program change |
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Midi control |
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Change commands in groups of 8 with 16 banks 0-7, 8-15, 16- |
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Copyright © 2008 GHS Corporation.
All rights reserved.
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PRECAUTIONS
NOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS SECTION TO PROVIDE YEARS OF TROUBLE FREE USE. THIS UNIT REQUIRES CAREFUL HANDLING.
•All warnings on this equipment and in the operating instructions should be adhered to and all operating instructions should be followed.
•Do not use this equipment near water. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the unit through any openings.
•The power cord/adapter should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
•Do not block any ventilation openings (if applicable). Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
•Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
•Only used attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
•Do not use this product with any case, stand, tripod, bracket or table that is not specified by the manufacturer. Insure that the case, stand, tripod, bracket etc. is properly adjusted and setup (follow all instructions). Extra care and caution should be taken to avoid tip over and injury.
•Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused during long periods of time.
Refer all service to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus or if the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT. THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE SERVICED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY. DO NOT MAKE ANY INTERNALADJUSTMENTS OR ADDITIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT AT ANY TIME. DO NOT TAMPER WITH INTERNAL ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS AT ANY TIME. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY VOID THE WARRANTY OF THIS EQUIPMENT, AS WELLAS CAUSING SHOCK HAZARD.
OPERATING TEMPERATURE
Do not expose this unit to excessive heat. This unit is designed to operate between 32° F and 104° F (0° C and 40° C). This unit may not function properly under extreme temperatures.
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Introduction
PatchMate LOOP 8
Guitar players beat our doors down requesting a NEW version of the world famous Rocktron PatchMate....and we have delivered! The PatchMate LOOP 8 provides 128 programmable presets. Eight LOOPs can be configured for multiple purposes. Channel switching, effects LOOPs, guitar routing and more are provided in the PatchMate LOOP 8
The PatchMate LOOP 8 is easy to set up and program with real time user controls. Program the unit from the front panel using the lighted buttons. Recall presets using MIDI program changes. Control any LOOP in real time using MIDI Continuous Controllers. The PatchMate LOOP 8 supports intelligent latching and momentary switching sensing, which allows the user to use any MIDI Continuous Controller number without any other programming effort!
The PatchMate LOOP 8 has buffered ACTIVE and PASSIVE inputs, with PASSIVE/ACTIVE and ACTIVE outputs on the back. The PatchMate LOOP 8 may be set to any MIDI channel and is programmable from the front panel. It may also be configured for use on any of 16 banks of controllers via the front panel switches and has MIDI In/Out/Thru and is an ideal addition to any rack set up.
Using Rocktron's SMART CONTROLLER TECHNOLOGY, the PatchMate LOOP 8 can also be used for momentary amplifier switching!
Rocktron footcontrollers such as the All Access Limited, All Access, MIDI Mate and MIDI Xchange are recommended additions to the PatchMate LOOP 8 for ultimate control over your gear!
Enjoy!
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PatchMate LOOP 8 Front Panel
1 POWER Switch and LED
Use this switch to turn on and off the PatchMate LOOP 8. When the LED is lit the power will be ON. When the LED is out, the power is OFF..
2 ACTIVE Input Jack
Plug your guitar into this jack to use the buffered input. This ACTIVE Input Jack is connected to an active buffer that helps maintain signal strength when driving multiple devices in parallel. This "buffered" output is present on the "ACTIVE OUTPUT" on the back panel of the PatchMate.
ACTIVE INPUT (front panel) → BUFFER (internal) → ACTIVE OUTPUT (back panel)
Note: When the ACTIVE INPUT Jack is used, the buffered signal is present at the PAS.- ACT. OUTPUT as well, allowing you to connect another device to this jack.
ACTIVE INPUT (front panel) → BUFFER (internal) → PAS.-ACT.. OUTPUT (back panel)
3 PASSIVE Input Jack
Plug your guitar into this jack if you would like to bypass the buffered input allowing your guitar signal to "feed thru" wire to wire. This "feed thru" signal is present on the "PAS.-ACT. OUTPUT" on the back panel of the PatchMate
PASSIVE INPUT (front panel) → PAS.-ACT. OUTPUT (back panel)
Note: When the PASSIVE Input is NOT being used the ACTIVE (buffered) OUTPUT will be present at the PAS.-ACT. OUTPUT. Thus, you can connect another device to PAS.-ACT. OUTPUT and it will have the buffered signal.
ACTIVE INPUT (front panel) → BUFFER (internal) → PAS.-ACT.. OUTPUT (back panel)
4 STORE Button
Use this button to store any changes you have made to a preset. When a change has been made the Store button will be "lit". Press the store button to "store" any changes you have made.
5 LOOP Buttons
These blue lighted push buttons will display the "current" status of the PatchMate. If a button is lit, that LOOP is active. If the button is not lit, the LOOP is not active or off.
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PatchMate LOOP 8 Back Panel
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RETURN 8 SEND - N.C. |
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RETURN 6 SEND - N.C. |
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RETURN 5 SEND - N.C. |
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1 LOOP Section Number "1"
These jacks are used to connect your first device in the signal chain. These jacks correspond to the LOOP Button Number "1" on the front panel of the PatchMate LOOP 8.
2 LOOP Section Number "2"
These jacks are used to connect your second device in the signal chain. These jacks correspond to the LOOP Button Number "2" on the front panel of the PatchMate LOOP 8.
3 LOOP Section Number "3"
These jacks are used to connect your third device in the signal chain. These jacks correspond to the LOOP Button Number "3" on the front panel of the PatchMate LOOP 8.
4 LOOP Section Number "4"
These jacks are used to connect your fourth device in the signal chain. These jacks correspond to the LOOP Button Number "4" on the front panel of the PatchMate LOOP 8.
5 LOOP Section Number "5"
These jacks are used to connect your fifth device in the signal chain. These jacks correspond to the LOOP Button Number "5" on the front panel of the PatchMate LOOP 8.
6 LOOP Section Number "6"
These jacks are used to connect your sixth device in the signal chain. These jacks correspond to the LOOP Button Number "6" on the front panel of the PatchMate LOOP 8.
7 LOOP Section Number "7"
These jacks are used to connect your seventh device in the signal chain. These jacks correspond to the LOOP Button Number "7" on the front panel of the PatchMate LOOP 8.
8 LOOP Section Number "8"
These jacks are used to connect your eighth device in the signal chain. These jacks correspond to the LOOP Button Number "8" on the front panel of the PatchMate LOOP 8.
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PatchMate LOOP 8 Back Panel...continued....
9 PAS. ACT. OUT
Use this jack to plug into the next unit in your signal chain or the desired LOOP. This jack can also be used as an output for the guitar signal when splitting the signal.
10 ACTIVE Jack
This jack is used to send your guitar signal to your desired device, such as an amplifier.
11 MIDI OUT/THRU Jack
Use this to jack to plug into the first MIDI controllable device in your signal chain.
12 MIDI IN Jack
Use this jack to plug in your MIDI controller. This jack is a 7 Pin MIDI Jack, however a standard 5 Pin MIDI Cable can be used. If plugging into a Rocktron MIDI controller such as the All Access, MIDI Mate or MIDI Xchange, we recommend using the Rocktron RMM900 7-Pin MIDI Cable (sold separately). Pins 6 and 7 supply phantom power to the Rocktron MIDI controller when using the RMM900.
13 POWER Jack
Plug the included 9VAC 3.4A adapter into this jack to provide power to the unit. Please follow all precautions as outlined in this manual and the manuals of the products that are being plugged into the PatchMate LOOP 8. Failure to follow these precautions may void the warranty.
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Individual LOOP Jacks Descriptions
1 IN Jack
This is the first jack in the signal chain. The audio signal will enter the "LOOP" through this jack.
2 SEND - N.C. Jack
This jack is used to send the signal to the desired audio device.
3 RETURN Jack
This jack is used to receive the returned signal from the desired audio device..
4 OUT - N.O. Jack
This jack is then used to send the signal to the next LOOP or next device in the signal chain.
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Connections
This connection diagram shows one way to use the LOOPs in the PatchMate. Although only two connections are shown here, you can follow a similar progression of connects using LOOPs 3-8.
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