English Manual
Looper X2 Ditto
Important safety instructions |
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Creating loops |
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EMC / EMI |
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Storing, importing and exporting loops |
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Explanation of graphic symbols |
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Jam Track Central tracks |
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About this manual |
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Using effects |
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Introduction |
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Bypass modes |
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Setup |
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Frequently asked questions |
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Setup examples |
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Footswitch LED state reference |
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Inputs, outputs, controls |
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Updating the firmware |
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Power input |
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Audio inputs |
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Changing the batteries |
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Audio outputs |
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LOOP footswitch and LED |
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Technical specifications |
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FX footswitch and LED |
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Loop / backing track level |
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Getting support |
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control knob |
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Store / Delete / Backing |
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track level switch |
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FX selector switch |
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USB port |
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Product |
Ditto X2 Looper |
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Product (firmware) version |
1.0 |
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Document |
English Manual |
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Document version / date |
2014-01-16 |
Ditto X2 Looper English Manual |
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Important safety instructions
Important safety instructions
1.Read these instructions.
2.Keep these instructions.
3.Heed all warnings.
4.Follow all instructions.
5.Do not use this apparatus near water.
6.Clean only with a dry cloth.
7.Do not block any 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.
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.
10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12.Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
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13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused 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 normally, or has been dropped.
Caution
You are cautioned that any change or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Service
–All service must be performed by qualified personnel.
Warning
–To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on this apparatus.
–Do not install this device in a confined space.
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Explanation of graphic symbols
EMC / EMI
Electromagnetic compatibility /
Electromagnetic interference
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installations. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
–Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
–Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
–Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
–Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
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For customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Explanation of graphic symbols
The lightning bolt triangle is used to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltages” within the unit’s chassis that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to humans.
The exclamation point triangle is used to alert the user to presence of important operating and service instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
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About this manual
This manual will help you learn understanding and operating your TC product.
This manual is only available as a PDF download from the TC Electronic website.
Of course, you can print this manual, but we encourage you to use the PDF version, which has both internal and external hyperlinks. For example, clicking the TC Electronic logo in the upper left corner of each page will take you to the table of contents.
To get the most from this manual, please read it from start to finish, or you may miss important information.
To download the most current version of this manual, visit tcelectronic.com/support/manuals/
Enjoy your TC product!
Introduction
Ditto X2 Looper is the logical heir to the looping throne after the smash hit Ditto Looper. It houses all the features that made the original Ditto Looper such a runaway hit – and then some!
New to Ditto X2 Looper is a user interface sporting two footswitches. The FX footswitch allows you to trigger two types of loop effects: “Reverse” and “Half speed”. This second footswitch can also be used as a dedicated stop switch – allowing you to stop and delete loops on stage more effectively. You can export and import loops to and from your PC or Mac, allowing you to use your creations in your DAW or prepare complex backing tracks for use on stage. Last but not least, Ditto X2 Looper features stereo inputs and outputs
Of course, Ditto X2 Looper sports the same features that made the original Ditto such a success:
–five minutes of looping time,
–unlimited overdubs,
–overdub undo/redo,
–true-bypass, analog dry-through design and
–24 bit uncompressed high quality audio.
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Introduction
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Setup
Setup
Ready…
The Ditto X2 Looper box should contain the following items:
–1 Ditto X2 Looper pedal
–2 rubber feet for “non-velcro” pedalboard mounting
–1 USB cable (for transferring loops from and to a computer and for updating the pedal firmware)
–1 “Quick Start Guide” sheet
–1 TC Electronic sticker
–1 leaflet about TC’s guitar FX product range
Inspect all items for signs of transit damage. In the unlikely event of transit damage, inform the carrier and supplier.
If damage has occurred, keep all packaging as it can be used as evidence of excessive handling force.
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Set…
–Connect a 9V power supply delivering a minimum of 150 mA with the following symbol to the DC input socket of Ditto X2 Looper.
!Please note that Ditto X2 Looper does not come with a power supply.
–Plug the power supply into a power outlet.
–Alternatively, you can operate Ditto X2 Looper using one or two 9V batteries.
Ditto X2 Looper has two battery slots. You can operate the pedal using only one battery, but using two batteries will prolong operation time.
–Connect your instrument to the MONO input jack on the rear of the pedal using a ¼“ jack cable. You can also feed the pedal with a stereo signal by using both INPUT jacks.
–Connect the MONO output jack on the rear of the pedal to your amplifier using a ¼“ jack cable. You can also send a stereo signal from the pedal to the next device in the signal chain by using both OUTPUT jacks.
For more complex setups, see “Setup examples” on page 5.
Let’s get loopin’!
If you are in a hurry, chances are you’ll find what you’re looking for in this overview.
Operation
Power up |
Connect a power supply or in- |
Ditto X2 Looper |
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Record |
Tap the LOOP footswitch |
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once. |
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Switch to |
Tap the LOOP footswitch |
playback |
again. |
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Undo / Redo last |
Press and hold the LOOP foot- |
recording |
switch. |
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Stop |
Double-tap the LOOP foot- |
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switch or |
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Tap the FX footswitch (FX se- |
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lector has to be set to “Stop”) |
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Stop & clear the |
Double-tap and hold the LOOP |
loop |
footswitch or |
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Tap and hold the FX footswitch |
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(FX selector has to be set to |
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“Stop”) |
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Resume |
Tap the LOOP footswitch |
playback |
again. |
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Engage |
Tap the FX footswitch |
Reverse effect |
(FX selector has to be set to |
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“Reverse”) |
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Engage |
Tap the FX footswitch |
½ Speed effect |
(FX selector has to be set to |
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“½ Speed”) |
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Setup examples
Setup examples
Setup example 1:
Basic looping – no effects
This is the most basic mono setup: your instrument, Ditto X2 Looper and your amp.
Input
Combo
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Setup examples
Setup example 2:
Ditto X2 Looper and effects
Place your effects before Ditto X2 Looper. This will allow you to create and record different sounds within the same looping session simply by switching your effects on and off.
Modulation |
Drive |
Pedals |
Pedals |
Input
Combo
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