Sony DPS-V55M User Manual

Multi-Ef fect Pr ocessor

3-862-747-11(1)

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DPS-V55M

WARNING

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WARNING

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Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing the Sony MultiEffect Processor. Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

Table of Contents

Getting Started

Main Features 4 How to Use This Manual 4 Functional Hierarchy 5 Names and Functions of Parts 6 Understanding the Effect Types and Program Structures 8 Hooking Up 9

Basic Operations

Choosing a Program 10 Reading the Display 11 Outputting Without Effects (BYPASS) 11 Choosing a Program by Effect Type 12

Editing a Program

Choosing the Effects 13 Choosing a Structure 14 Changing Effect Parameters 14 Using the TAP Function 15 Saving Processed Effects 16

System Operations

MIDI Settings 17 Other Settings 18

Additional Information

Restoring the Original Factory Settings 19 Replacing the Memory Back-up Battery 19 Troubleshooting 19 Precautions 20 Specifications 20 MIDI Implementation Chart (Inside Back Cover) Blank Chart (Back Cover)

Getting Started

Main Features

The DPS-V55M is a four channels multi–effect processor.

Four channel construction

The DPS-V55M is outfitted with four inputs (and outputs) and can route the input signals in a variety of different ways depending on the chosen effect algorithms and program structures.

Flexible effect algorithms and program structures

The DPS-V55M incorporates a total of 45 different effect algorithms divided into three different types: 4ch, 2ch (stereo), and Mono-Pair. Each effect contains several adjustable parameters and can be easily modified. In addition 2ch and/or Mono-Pair effects can be used in combination within a program, and the program structure can be switched between serial and parallel, allowing you to take full advantage of the four channel construction.

User-friendly operating environment

A primary concern when creating the DPS-V55M, was to provide an intuitive operating system for creative sound control. All effect parameters can be accessed directly using the EDIT PARAMETER buttons.

How to Use This Manual

These operating instructions describe setup and operating procedures for the DPS-V55M multi–effect processor. Before using this unit we do recommend taking a glance at the “Functional Hierarchy” chart on page 5 and reading “Understanding Effect Algorithms and Program Structures” on page 8 to familiarize yourself with the unit.

“Hooking Up” shows you how to make different kinds of connections between this unit and instruments, mixers, and/or components.

The remaining chapters show you how to operate the unit. Refer to each as necessary.

For specific information regarding the individual effects and parameters, refer to the separate “Effect Parameter Guide.” For information regarding the preset memory, refer to the separate “Preset Memory Catalog.”

• The following icon is used in this manual:

z Indicates hints and tips for making the task easier.

Large memory banks

In addition to the 200 different preset programs (numbers 001~200) created by musicians and engineers from around the world (preset memory), there is also room for you to store up to 200 of your own original programs in the user memory (numbers 201~400). We've also included a search function so you can recall the programs you need without having to remember their program numbers.

Search function

The search function lets you locate programs you want by specifying the type of effects they contain. (See page 12.)

TAP function

The TAP function lets you adjust certain parameters or trigger certain effects simply by tapping on the ENTER (TAP) button. (See page 15.)

MIDI compatibility

The MIDI interface lets you conduct program change and data save operations. (See page 17.)

Functional Hierarchy

PLAY

FxTYPE

Effect On/OffEDIT

FxA

FxB

Master Level Fx Type

Program NumberSAVE

Program number

FxA On/Off FxB On/Off Parameter 1

* * *

Parameter n Parameter 1

* * *

Parameter n Master Level (0 ~ 100) Effect A Type Number

Structure Type Effect B Type Number

Effect Type Number Program Number

Execute (push ENTER)

TAP BYPASS SYSTEM

Program Name Execute

MIDI

Set Up

Tap Function Bypass or Muting Channel (1 ~ 16)

Omni Mode (On/Off) Out/Thru (Out/Thru)

Program Change Table (Prog #, #) Bulk Trans (From, To)

Bypass Mode (Bypass/Muting)

Tap Mode (x / / x / / x / / x1 / x2 / x3)

131

Getting Started

Names and Functions of Parts

Front panel

6 5

7 8 9

13 14

1 U (Power switch)

Press this switch to turn the power on and off. Turning on the power on recalls the last used memorized effect and activates play mode automatically.

2 Effect algorithm list

Numbers and names of the 45 available effect algorithms. 01~09 are 4ch algorithms, 10~36 are 2ch algorithms, and 37~45 are Mono-Pair algorithms. (See “Understanding Effect Algorithms and Program Structures” on page 8 for details).

3 Input level indicators

Light green, orange, or red to indicate strength of the signal input to the respective channel (1~4). Green = –30 to -6 dB; Orange = –6 to –2 dB; Red = clip (greater than –2 dB).

4 Display

Displays various information such as program numbers, program names, effect numbers, effect names, structures, parameter values, etc.

5 Fx TYPE (SEARCH) button

Use to select an effect type or program structure. Also use to search for program by effect type (see page

12).

6 BYPASS button

Press to turn the selected program on or off. (Can also be set to mute the output of the processor, see page 18.)

7 SAVE button

Use this button to save a customized program.

8 SYSTEM button

Use this button to access the MIDI and system setup parameters.

9 Rotary encoder

Use to select program numbers and make adjustments to parameter settings.

10 MIC IN jack

Use to connect a microphone with either an XLR or phone type connector.

Microphone assign switch

Use select which channel the signal input to MIC IN jack will be assigned to. CH-1: to channel 1 (signals input to the INPUT 1 jack on the rear panel are muted); CH-1+2: to channels 1 and 2 (signals input to the INPUT 1 and 2 jacks on the rear panel are muted); REAR: input from the MIC IN jack is muted and only the sound input to the rear inputs (1~4) is processed.

MIC GAIN level adjustment knobs

Turn the knob to the left or right to adjust the input level of the signal input to the MIC IN jack (up to 40 dB).

11 INPUT LEVEL adjustment knobs

Turn the knob to the left or right to adjust the input level of the respective channel (1~4). The input level can be increased up to 12 dB above unity* without clipping.

* When the input and output levels are the same. (On this

unit, unity is achieved when the mark on the INPUT LEVEL knob is pointing toward the large index mark (located at approximately 1 o’clock).)

12 EDIT PARAMETER (SKIP) buttons

Use to select the parameter you want to adjust when customizing an effect. Press both buttons at the same time to skip to another parameter group, see page 14.

13 EXIT button

Press to return to the play mode.

14 ENTER (TAP) button

Use to confirm SAVE operations (etc.). Also use as a trigger, or to set time-variable parameters (see page 15).

Names and Functions of Parts

Rear panel

2 3

1 LCD CONTRAST knob

Use to adjust the contrast of the display on the front panel.

2 MIDI OUT/THRU terminal

For sending and/or relaying MIDI command signals from the processor to other components. To switch between OUT and THRU, see pages 17~18.

3 MIDI IN terminal

Input for MIDI command signals. Use a commercially available MIDI cable to connect this terminal to another component's MIDI OUT (or THRU) terminal.

4 OUTPUT jacks (1~4)

Standard output jacks for channels 1, 2, 3, and 4. Connect to and amplifier or mixer (etc.). Jacks are divided into two groups: GROUP A (1 (L) and 2 (R)) GROUP B (3 (L) and 4 (R))

Output level selector

Use to set the output level of the OUTPUT jacks to match the input level of the connected equipment. You can select a +4 dBu or –10 dBu output level. This setting effects all jacks (1, 2, 3, and 4).

5 INPUT jacks (1~4)

Standard input jacks for channels 1, 2, 3, and 4. Connect to mixer, CD player, or keyboard (etc.). Jacks are divided into two groups: GROUP A (1 (L/MONO) and 2 (R)) GROUP B (3 (L/MONO) and 4 (R)) When inputting a monaural signal, use the 1 or 3 (MONO) jacks. The signal is sent to both of the channels in the respective group.

Input level selector

Use to set the input level of the INPUT jacks to match the output level of the connected equipment. You can select a +4 dBu or –10 dBu input level. This setting effects all jacks (1, 2, 3, and 4).

6 AC power cord

Connect to an AC power outlet.

Getting Started

Understanding Effect Algorithms and Program Structures

Effect algorithms

This unit contains three types of effect algorithms: 4ch, 2ch,

and Mono-Pair.

4ch

n n n n

2ch

n n

Mono-Pair

n n

The 4ch effects (algorithms # 01~09) are designed to handle four channels simultaneously. These are also the highest quality effects. Consequently, programs containing these effects can not contain any other effects.

Program structures

Each program can contain up two effects (FxA and FxB) depending on the type of effect selected. If a 2ch or Mono-Pair effects are selected, the program contains two effects (one, or both can be turned off if necessary). When a program contains two effects, the way the unit routes the signals through the effects is controlled by the program structure. There are two possible program structures: parallel (/) and serial (m).

Parallel (/) program

1 2

3 4

FxA and FxB are completely independent.

Serial (m) program

FxA

(10~45)

FxB

(10~45)

n n

1 2

3 4

2ch effects (algorithms # 10~36) and Mono-Pair effects (algorithms # 37~45), on the other hand, are designed to handle two channels simultaneously and can be used in various combinations within a program. Each program can contain two 2ch effects, two Mono-pair effects, or one 2ch effect and one Mono-Pair effect.

The 2ch effects are “traditional” stereo effects.

Mono-Pair effects are combinations of two parallel mono effects (one for each channel).

1 + 3

2 + 4

If a 4ch effect is selected, the program contains only one effect (the other effect is automatically disabled).

Example of program containing a 4ch effect

FxA

(10~45) (10~45)

The sound from FxA is fed into FxB for further processing before being output.

1 22 3 44

FxA

(01~09)

FxB

n n

FxB

(09~40)

FxA only

n n

1, 3 2, 4

Hooking Up

• Before connecting this unit to another device, be sure to unplug the AC power cord from the power outlet.

• Turn off the power switch on this unit and all components to be connected, such as keyboards and active speakers (speakers with built in amplifiers).

• After all the connections, double check that the connections are correct before plugging the AC power cord back into the power outlet.

• If the connected components output large signals that cause distortion, adjust the INPUT LEVEL knobs on this unit to lower the input level, or lower the output level of the connected component.

Example 1: Hooking up to instruments

Keyboard

OUT

Active

Speaker

MIDI IN

DPS-V55M

Mixer (MDM-X4, etc..)

Electric Guitar

Guitar Pre-Amplifier

Active

Speaker

Example 2: Hooking up a mixer (Mono send, Stereo return)

DPS-V55M

Effect Send

(Monox2)

Active

Speaker

Example 3: Hooking up to a mixer (cutting the direct sound) (Stereo send, Stereo Return)

Microphones

etc

OUTIN

Effect Return

(Stereo x 2)

Mixer (MDM-X4, etc..)

Main Monitor Speaker System

Power Amplifier

Active

Speaker

DPS-V55M

OUT

DAT Recorders

CD Players

etc

Audio Mixing Console

Effect Send (Stereo x 2)

Effect Return (Stereo x 2)

When using the processor in a send-return loop

• When using effect that have an effect level parameter, we recommend setting the direct sound to “0” so that only the sound of the effect will be output.

• We also recommend setting the BYPASS function to “Muting” (as shown on page 18).

Basic Operations

Level indicators Display

INPUT LEVEL (1~4)

Choosing a Program

The processor comes with 200 different preset programs (numbers 001~200) as well as room for 200 user programs for storing the programs you create (numbers 201~400). Use the following procedure to choose the program you desire.

Rotary encoder

3 Turn the rotary encoder to select a

program (001~400).

The program numbers (and corresponding names) appear in the display as you turn the jog dial.

1 Press U to turn on the power.

After a few seconds, the play mode screen appears.

001 Super Reverb FxA:11/ FxB:12

2 Turn INPUT LEVEL (1~4) to adjust the input

levels.

If an input level indicator lights red (clip), the input level for that channel is set too high. Be sure to set the input level correctly since it has a direct relationship to the quality of the effects (see page 6 for details).

INPUT LEVEL123 4

Before you turn on the connected components

Be sure to turn the volume level down to avoid an unexpected output of massive volume.

You can also search programs by effect type

See page 12 for details.

Reading the Display

Outputting Without Effects (BYPASS)

During play mode the display provides various information about the selected program

001 Super Reverb FxA:11/ FxB:12

234 651

1 Program number and name:

The number (001~400) and name of the current program .

2 FxA On/Off symbol:

“•” : FxA is on (in the illustration, FxA is on). (Blank) : FxA is off

3 FxA effect number:

The number (01~45) of the effect assigned to the current program’s FxA block.

The effect numbers correspond to those printed on the front panel to the left of the display. When a 4ch effect is assigned to the FxA block, the FxB effect number and the structure symbol do not appear in the display.

4 Structure symbol:

“/” (Parallel) : To use FxA and FxB separately (the illustration shows a parallel structure). “m” (Serial) : To feed the output of FxA into FxB for additional processing.

The structure symbols correspond to those printed on the front panel below the display. (See page 8 for details.)

5 FxB On/Off symbol:

“•” : FxB is on (Blank) : FxB is off (in the illustration, FxB is off).

6 FxB effect number:

The number (10~45) of the effect assigned to the current program’s FxB block.

The effect numbers correspond to those printed on the front panel to the left of the display.

The bypass function allows you to output the original signal without adding any effects. This function can also be set to completely cut (mute) the sound output from the processor (see page 18 if you want to switch to muting).

Press BYPASS to activate the bypass (mute) function.

“BYPASS” (or “MUTING”) appears in the display.

 << BYPASS >> 

Press again to cancel and output with effects.

Basic Operations

Selecting Programs by Effect Block

This function lets you search for programs based on the type of effects they contain. In addition to being a good way to explore different implementations of the same effect, it is also a quick way locate a specific program.

Effect algorithms Display Rotary encoder

FxTYPE

(SEARCH)

1 Press Fx TYPE (SEARCH) twice to display

the search screen.

Search:01 Plat1 098 Super Reverb

2 Turn the rotary encoder to select an effect

(01~45).

The numbers (01~45) and names of the effects correspond to those printed on the front panel to the left of the display.

Search:03 Room1 017 Sound Fx

The number and name of the first program containing the selected effect appear on the bottom line of the display. You can also monitor the sound of this program.

EDIT PARAMETER

? /

ENTER

(TAP)

4 Turn the rotary encoder to select a

program.

Only programs containing the selected effect (displayed on the first line) will appear. You can also monitor the sound of these programs.

Search:03 Room1

147 Other  Progrm

5 Press ENTER (TAP) to switch to the

selected program.

“Executing” appears momentarily and the unit switches to the selected program (and back to play mode).

147 Other Progrm FxA:03

3 Press EDIT PARAMETER / to move the

cursor to the bottom line of the display.

Search:03 Room1

017 Sound Fx

Editing a Program

Choosing the Effects

Use the following operations to choose the effect(s) to be used in your program. You can choose up to two effect blocks (when using 2ch (10~36) or Mono-Pair (37~45) effects). When using a 4ch effect (01~09), you may choose only one effect. (See page 8 for details).

Effect algorithms Display Rotary encoder

FxTYPE

(SEARCH)

1 Press Fx TYPE (SEARCH) to display the type

screen.

Fx Type:Type FxA:11/ FxB:12

2 Turn the rotary encoder to select the

effect (01~45) for FxA.

The numbers (01~45) correspond to the effects printed on the front panel to the left of the display.

Fx Type:Type FxA:45/ FxB:12

When you select a 4ch effect (numbers 01~09), press EXIT to return to play mode and skip the following steps.

EDIT PARAMETER

? /

EXIT

4 Turn the rotary encoder to select an effect

(10~45) for FxB.

The numbers (10~45) correspond to the effects printed on the front panel.

Fx Type:Type FxA:45/ FxB:30

5 Press EXIT to return to play mode.

To change the structure type before returning to the play mode, press EDIT PARAMETER ? to switch to the structure parameter, then proceed from step 3 of “Choosing the Structure”.

3 Press EDIT PARAMETER / twice to move

the cursor to FxB.

Note: this is not possible if you select a 4ch effect (01~09) in the previous step.

Fx Type:Type FxA:45/ FxB:12

Editing a Program

Choosing the Structure

This function lets you choose the structure of the effect blocks. Note, this setting is only possible when you have selected effects for both FxA and FxB. (It is not possible when using 4ch effects).

1 Press Fx TYPE to display the effect type

screen.

Fx Type:Type FxA:11/ FxB:12

2 Press EDIT PARAMETER / to display

“Struct”.

The structure symbol starts blinking.

Fx Type:Struct  FxA:11/ FxB:12

3 Turn the rotary encoder to select “/” or

“m”.

The structure symbols correspond to those printed on the front panel below the display. / : Parallel Allows you to use FxA and FxB separately. With this structure, channels 1 and 2 are processed separately from channels 3 and 4. m : Serial Allows you to feed the output of FxA into FxB for additional processing. With this structure, channel 1 is mixed with channel 3 and channel 2 is mixed with channel 4.

4 Press EXIT to return to play mode.

Changing the Parameters

Use the following procedures to:

• Turn an effect on or off,

• Adjust individual effect parameters (FxA or FxB)

• Adjust the master volume (output) of the program.

For descriptions of the parameters available for each effect, refer to the separate Effect Parameter Guide.

1 Press EDIT PARAMETER ? or /

repeatedly to display the parameter you want to adjust.

2 Turn the rotary encoder to change the

parameter.

3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to change all

necessary parameters.

Press EDIT PARAMETER ? and / at the same time to skip to the next parameter group instead of switching parameters one at a time. The name of the parameter group is shown at the top of the display. The individual parameters and parameter values appear at the bottom.

Parameter group

Edi t:Fx On/Off FxA   On/Off On

Parameter Setting

Parameter group contains parameters that

Fx On/Off Turn FxA and FxB*1 off or on. FxA [effect name*2] Change the sound produced by

FxA. The number and type of parameters available depends on the effect block.*

FxB *1 [effect name*2] Change the sound produced by

FxB. The number and type of parameters available depends on the effect block.*

Master Level This parameter lets you adjust the

output level of the current program.

*1There are no FxB parameters when FxA is a 4ch effect. *2The effect name is abbreviated to 5 characters. *3Refer to the separate Effect Parameter Guide for detailed

information.

4 Press EXIT to return to play mode.

Using the TAP function

This function lets you change the value of certain time

related parameters or trigger an effect by tapping on the

ENTER (TAP) button.

The parameter which responds to the TAP function is

different for each effect, and not all effect have compatible

parameters. However, many time related parameters (such

as Delay Time) or parameters activated by a trigger (such as

Key Trigger) are designed to work with the TAP function.

(Refer to the separate Effect Parameter Guide for specific

information.)

The TAP function works the same in either play mode or

edit mode, but not can not be used when any other modes

(such as SYSTEM or SAVE) are active.

To use TAP with time related parameters (“Time” below)

Select a program containing a compatible effect, then tap

ENTER (TAP) repeatedly to enter the desired tempo. The effector’s tap editor measures the timing of the last two

taps an sets the corresponding parameter accordingly. You can also change the ratio between your taps and the

actual parameter value (see page 18 for details).

To use TAP as a trigger (“Trigger” below)

Press ENTER (TAP) at the point where you want to activate

the effect.

Effects that can be adjusted using the TAP function.

Number Name TAP type

7 Rotary Speaker Trigger

9 Doppler Trigger 15 Stereo Delay Time 16 Ping Pong Delay Time 22 Stereo Panner Trigger 23 Haas Panner Trigger 31 Tremolo Trigger 32 Vibrato Trigger 34 Pitch Roller Trigger 36 Freeze Trigger

z You can also use MIDI to control the TAP function

Data above 40H received on Control Change 04H produces the same effect as pressing ENTER (TAP) on the front panel.

Editing a Program

Saving your Program

New programs created by changing effect blocks, effect structures, and effect parameters can be stored in memory for later use. You can store up to 200 different user programs using program numbers 201~400.

1 Press SAVE to activate the save mode.

The program number starts blinking. (A previously saved program name appears in the display.)

Save:

201 Super Reverb

2 Turn the rotary encoder to select the

program number (201~400) where you want to save the effect.

(A previously saved program name appears in the display.)

Save:

300 StereoChorus

EXIT

SAVE

ENTER

(TAP)

Display Rotary encoder

EDIT PARAMETER

? /

4 Turn the rotary encoder to select a

character.

Save: 300 Xuper Delay

5 Use EDIT PARAMETER ? or / to move

the cursor into place for the next character.

Repeat steps 4 and 5 to enter up to 12 characters.

6 When you’ve finished entering the

characters, press SAVE (or ENTER (TAP)).

Save:OK? N[EXIT]/Y[ENTER]

3 Press EDIT PARAMETER / to move the

cursor to the program name.

The name of the program you edited appears in the display and the first character starts to blink.

Save: 300 Super Delay

7 The unit will ask for confirmation before

saving the program.

To execute the save operation, press ENTER (TAP).

If you press ENTER (TAP), “Writing...” appears momentarily, the program is saved, and the unit switches back to the play mode.

If you do not want to save the program, press EXIT.

If you press EXIT, the unit returns directly to the play mode without saving the program.

300 X My Program FxA:24/ FxB:31

System Operations

The system settings allow you customize this unit’s operating environment. You can specify how the unit will respond to MIDI commands and how the BYPASS and TAP functions will operate.

MIDI Settings

You can use the MIDI interface to control various aspects of this unit. For example, you can switch between memorized effects by using the program table, or save your custom effects to and external storage device.

1 Press SYSTEM.

The first MIDI parameter (MIDI channel) appears automatically.

Display

EDIT PARAMETER

? /

The “MIDI Tabl” parameter lets you create a MIDI program table that specifies which MIDI program change commands will activate which programs.

SYSTEM

EXIT

Rotary encoder

System:MIDI Tabl MIDI#001 Prg#001

The “MIDI Bulk” parameter lets you specify the range of MIDI data to be output.

System:MIDI Bulk Trans Sys #400

2 Press EDIT PARAMETER ? or / to choose

the MIDI parameter you want to adjust.

The “MIDI Ch” parameter lets you specify the MIDI channel (1~16)

System:MIDI Ch Channel 01

The “MIDI Omni” parameter lets you turn the omni function on or off.

System:MIDI Omni Omni Mode On

The “MIDI Out” parameter lets you specify the function of the MIDI OUT/THRU jack.

System:MIDI Out Out/Thru Thru

3 Use the rotary encoder to make the

adjustments you desire.

Setting the MIDI channel

1 Use the rotary encoder to specify the MIDI channel (1~16). 2 Press EXIT to return to the play mode or press EDIT

PARAMETER ? or / to switch to another parameter.

Setting the MIDI omni operation

1 Use the rotary encoder to select “On” or “Off”. 2 Press EXIT to return to the play mode or press EDIT

PARAMETER ? or / to switch to another parameter.

Setting the MIDI Thru/Out

1 Use the rotary encoder to select “Thru” or “Out”.

Thru: Data input to the MIDI IN jack is output as is. Out: Outputs bulk transfer data, etc.

2 Press EXIT to return to the play mode or press EDIT

PARAMETER ? or / to switch to another parameter.

System Operations

Setting the MIDI Program Table

1 Use the rotary encoder to specify the MIDI program change

number.

System:MIDI Tabl MIDI#001 Prg#001

2 Press EDIT PARAMETER /. 3 Use the rotary encoder to specify the program to be switched to.

System:MIDI Tabl MIDI#006 Prg#006

4 Press EXIT to return to the play mode or press EDIT

PARAMETER ? or / to switch to another parameter.

Setting the MIDI Bulk Transfer Options

1 Make sure the “MIDI Thru/Out” setting is set to “Out”. 2 Use the rotary encoder to select “Sys” or the first program

number to be transferred. You can transfer either system settings or program data. (Sys) : Transfers data for the settings made in the system mode. (#201~#400): Transfers the program data for the specified range of program numbers.

System:MIDI Bulk Trans #201 #400

3 Press EDIT PARAMETER /. 4 Use the rotary encoder to select the last program number to be

transferred.

System:MIDI Bulk Trans Sys #400

5 Press ENTER (TAP) to output the data.

“Transferring..” appears during the transfer. When finished, the “MIDI Bulk” parameter reappears.

6 Press EXIT to return to the play mode or press EDIT

PARAMETER ? or / to switch to another parameter.

Other Settings

The system set up parameters let you to select how the BYPASS button and TAP function parameters will operate. For example, you can set BYPASS mute the output of the processor instead of passing the input signal.

1 Press SYSTEM twice.

The first set up parameter (“Bypass”) appears automatically.

System:Set Up BYP Mode Bypass

2 Use the rotary encoder to select “Bypass”

or “Muting”.

Select When

Bypass you want to output the original signal

without adding any effects. Only the original signal is output (see “Bypass” on page 11).

Muting you want to completely cut the sound output

from the processor (including the input signal). We especially recommend using mute when connecting the processor in a send-return loop with a mixer (as shown on page 9).

3 Press EDIT PARAMETER / to switch to

“Tap”.

System:Set Up Tap Mode x1

4 Use the rotary encoder to select “x1/4”,

“x1/3”, “x1/2”, “x1”, “x2”, or “x3”.

These represent different ratios for calculating the values input via the TAP function. Example: When the tap is set to “x1/4”, tapping at a rate that would normally create a 1 second delay creates a 0.25 second delay.

5 Press EXIT to return to the play mode.

Additional Information

Restoring the Original Factory Settings

You can restore the entire user memory and all system settings to the original factory conditions.

1 Turn off the power. 2 Hold down SAVE and SYSTEM, and turn the power back on.

“All Initialize!!” appears in the display and the unit is reset to the original factory settings.

Note

All user memory data is rewritten by the original factory data. Before restoring the original factory settings, be sure to save all necessary data (in a MIDI data filer, etc.).

Replacing the Memory Back-up Battery

If “Battery Low!” appears in the display when you turn on the power, the internal memory back-up battery is nearly exhausted. In order to preserve the user memory data, promptly request battery replacement service from the store of purchase or a nearby Sony dealer.

Note

User memory data may be reverted to the original factory data when requesting battery replacement. Be sure to save important data using an external MIDI data filer, or by writing down the settings on a piece of paper (etc.).

Troubleshooting

If this unit does not operate as expected, the problem may simply be an oversight, a disconnected cable or a setting error. Before calling a service technician, compare the symptoms of the problem with those listed below to see if you can correct the problem yourself.

No sound is heard, or the sound is small.

/ Press BYPASS to cancel mute. / Check to see if the INPUT LEVEL knobs are set to

the appropriate level.

/ Check that all the cables are connected correctly. / Make sure the level of the “Master Level”

parameter is not set excessively low (see page 14).

/ Check the volume of the connected amplifier or

mixer.

The input sound is not modified.

/ Press BYPASS to cancel bypass. / Is one (or both) of the effects set to “Off”?

The input level indicator lights red.

/ Turn INPUT LEVEL to the left to reduce the input

level of the respective channel.

/ Reduce the output level of the source component. / Set the INPUT level selector switch to +4 dB and

use the INPUT adjustment knob to re-adjust the input level.

MIDI operations cannot be carried out.

/ Make sure the MIDI receive channel matches the

transmit channel of the MIDI device.

/ Make sure the MIDI cable is connected securely. / Make sure the MIDI program table is set correctly.

“RAM Error!” appears in the display and output is cut off.

/ Reset the unit using the procedure described in

“Restoring the Original Factory Settings”.

Additional Information

Precautions

On safety

• Should any liquid or solid object fall into the unit, unplug the unit and have the unit checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

On power sources

• Before operating the unit, be sure that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with that of your local power supply.

• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not to be used for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by grasping the plug. Never pull the cord itself.

• AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop.

On placement

• Place the unit in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up and prolong the life of its components.

• Do not place the unit near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.

• Do not place anything on top of the cabinet which might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions.

On cleaning the cabinet

• Clean the cabinet, panels and controls with a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

On repacking

• Do not throw away the carton and the packing material. This makes an ideal container when transporting the unit. When shipping the unit, repack it as it was packed at the factory.

If you have any question or problem concerning your unit that is not covered in this manual, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Specifications

A/D Converter

D/A Converter

Sampling Frequency

Input (rear panel)

reference

Jack type

PHONE

Input (front panel)

Jack type

XLR/ PHONE

Output

Jack type

PHONE

MIDI Input/Output

Frequency Response

Signal–to–Noise Ratio

Distortion

Effect Algorithms

input level

–10 dBu or +4 dBu

reference input level

–50 dBu

reference output level

–10 dBu or +4 dBu

20 bit resolution

48 kHz

maximum input level

+20 dBu

maximum input level

+10 dBu

maximum output level

+10 dBu or +20 dBu

Jack: 5 pin DIN (IN x 1, OUT/THRU x 1) OUT/THRU can be set to either OUT or THRU

20 Hz ~ 22 kHz (+0, –1 dB)

Greater than 93 dB

Less then 0.005% (1 kHz)

45 (4ch: 9, 2ch: 27, Mono-Pair: 9)

input impedance

More than 45 kilohms

input impedance

10 kilohms

load impedance

less than 1 kilohm

circuit type

unbalanced

circuit type

balanced

circuit type

unbalanced

When requesting repairs, all user program data (#201~400) will be reverted to the original factory data settings. Before requesting repairs, be sure to save your important data using an external MIDI data filer, or by making written notes of the parameter settings.

Memory

Power Source

Power Consumption

Dimensions

Mass

Supplied accessories

Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

Preset 200 locations (numbers 001~200) User 200 locations (numbers 201~400)

AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz

12 W (230 V)

482 x 88 x 290 mm (WxHxD not including projections)

approx. 3.6 kg

Operating Instructions (1) Effect Parameter Guide (1) Preset Memory Catalog (1)

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