Rocktron Tru-Loop User Manual

Tru-Loop

Instruction Manual

This pedal is:

May be covered by one or more of the following: U.S. Patents #4538297, 4647876, 4696044, 4745309, 4881047,

4893099, 5124657, 5263091, 5268527, 5319713, 5333201, 5402498 and 5493617.

Other patents pending. Foreign patents pending.

Compliance

Your Tru-Loop™ pedal has been tested and complies with the following Standards
and Directives as set forth by the European Union:

Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic
Compatibility

Standard(s): EN55013, EN50082-1

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).

For more information about other Rocktron products, please see your local dealer
or one of our importers closest to you (listed on the Rocktron website
(www.rocktron.com).

Read all instructions contained in this manual.
Keep these instructions
Heed all warnings
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean with dry cloth

Copyright © 2009 GHS Corporation
All Rights Reserved.

Precautions

Refer all service to qualied 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. QUALIFIED PERSONNEL
SHOULD SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT ONLY. DO NOT MAKE ANY INTERNAL
ADJUSTMENTS OR ADDITIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT AT ANY TIME OR TAMPER
WITH INTERNAL ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS AT ANY TIME. FAILURE TO FOL­LOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY VOID THE WARRANTY OF THIS EQUIPMENT
AS WELL AS CAUSING A 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.

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 ap-

paratus (including ampliers) that produce heat.

This product is not equipped with a plug or cable. This pedal runs on a 9 Volt Battery, if a
9Volt DC adapter is the used please follow adapter manufacturer’s operation instructions.

Only used attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
Do not use this product with any case, stand tripod, bracket or table that is not specied 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 lightening storms or when unused during long periods of time.

Introduction

So you have favorite stomp boxes that you just love and adore but you wish
they were TRUE BYPASS pedals. Admit it. Everyone does. Well let Rocktron
put a smile on your face with the Tru-Loop, our incredible new product that lets
you add True Bypass to any non-true bypass effect! You read that right. Your
wish has come true with the Tru-Loop.

The original tone of the source input (such as that favorite pedal of yours)
is unchanged! One more time: the original tone of the source input remains
unchanged while using the Tru-Loop.

The Rocktron Tru-Loop provides Serial or Parallel effects mixing. The “Re­turn” can merge stereo effect output (RTS) to mono. The Tru-Loop can be used
as a buffered A-B box as well. It can also be used as a 3 channel signal mixer.

D TUNING MADNESS ALERT:
Add an exciting new dimension to your sound using any distortion pedal and
the Tru-Loop’s capability to PARALLEL mix between Heavy Distortion and
your guitar’s original clean sound! The Tru-Loop is great for 7 string or Metal
D tuning to add a sense of focus and articulation to the fastest licks.

Part of the Rocktron Boutique Series of stomp boxes this pedal design comes
in a rugged metal chassis with eye popping retro custom design laser etched
artwork.

Controls on the Tru-Loop include MIX which allows the mix between the
original audio input signal and the effect return. Full counter clockwise equals
series effect. At 12 o’clock setting, you have 50% of the effect plus the original
audio.

INPUT is for the original audio source. SEND is the original audio source to
be used by the effect input. RETURN is the output of the effect.

The footswitch on the Tru-Loop controls On/Off status (indicated by the LED).
This stomp box runs on a 9V Alkaline battery. You may also use the Rocktron
DC OnTap Universal Power Adaptor.

Descriptions

Descriptions continued.........

RETURN Jack - Use this jack to return the signal from pedals in the

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loop. This jack can also accept a RTS Stereo cable and will merge a

stereo effect output (RTS) to mono.

2

MIX Control -This control allows the you to mix between the original
audio input signal and effects in the loop. When the knob is set at 12
o’clock, you have 50% of the origional audio signal and 50% off the
effect. When turned fully to the left you have only the original signal.

3

When turned fully to the right you have the full amount of the effect
in the loop.

9VDC Input - This input jack provides 9VDC power to the pedal from

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the Rocktron DC OnTap 9V power supply (sold seperately).

5

SEND Jack - Use this jack to send the signal to the loop. From here,

plug into the input jack of the rst pedal in the loop.

ON/OFF Led - This LED shows if the pedal is on or off. When the
LED is light the pedal is on. When the LED is not light the pedal is

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off.

INPUT Jack - Using a standard 1/4” guitar cable, plug your guitar into

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this jack.

8

OUTPUT Jack - This jack provides the output of the pedal. Use a 1/4”

guitar cable to plug into the next pedal or into a guitar amplier.

FOOTSWITCH - Use this switch to turn on or off the loop. When the

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LED is ON, the loop is on (or in the signal path). When the LED is
OFF the loop is OFF (or out of the signal path).

Typical Connection

Specications

Maximum Input

Maximum Output

Imput Impedance

Output Impedance

Current Consumption

Power Requirements

Dimensions

Weight

10dBu

9.6Bu

1MΩ
100Ω

25mA

9V Alkaline Battery or
Rocktron DC OnTap
Univeral Power Supply
(sold seperately)

95mm x 122mm x 56mm

3.75” x 4.75” x 2.25”

420g

14.81 oz

How to change the battery:

To change the battery, turn the pedal over and remove the 4 screws on the
bottom. Remove the back cover. Carefully remove the old battery and
replace it with a new 9V Alkaline battery. Replace battery in the same
area as the old battery was located. Place the back cover on the pedal and
re-insert the screws.

Save yourself tons of money in batteries by using the Rocktron DC OnTap
Universal Power Supply to power this pedal (sold seperately). The Rocktron

DC OnTap provides a constant ow of power to the pedal, unlike a battery

that will degrade over time. The Rocktron DC OnTap Univeral Power
Supply can also power up to 20 pedals and can be used with both 110V and
220V power sources.

Check, www.rocktron.com for more information on the DC OnTap and
where to purchase.

Rocktron - A Division of GHS Corporation
2813 Wilber Ave
Battle Creek MI 49037
USA

www.rocktron.com
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rev. 7-27-09

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