Vermona Filter Lancet User Manual
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Introduction
The filter is the most essential part of every synthesizer. It allows easy
sound manipulation with drastic results. However, why should only synthesizers have all the fun? Drum-computers, groove-machines, guitars and
other instruments are equally suited for filtering. This is why external filter
boxes like the FILTER Lancet exist! They allow sound manipulation for di!erent kinds of audio signals. In addition, such manipulation should be intuitive. A good filter box therefore demands lots of knobs, switches and
connections. FILTER Lancet was created to be a highly flexible and easy to
use filter box with multiple possibilities to be controlled. As you can expect
from VERMONA, this unit uses finest analogue technology.
Enjoy filtering!
The VERMONA team
Erlbach, Germany
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions. Alway include these instructions when passing
the product on to third parties.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Only clean the product when it is not connected to the mains power
supply. 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 and a third grounding prong.
The wide blade or the third prong are 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.
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11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the 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.
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, when the apparatus has been exposed
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC mains,
disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.
16. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose
this apparatus to rain or moisture.
17. Do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and ensure
that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the
equipment.
18. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily accessible.
Installation
• Ensure that the room in which you use this product is wired in accordance
with the local electrical code and checked by a qualified inspector.
• Only use this product indoors.
• Do not install the product in hot, humid, or excessively dusty locations, in
direct sunlight or in locations where it is exposed to externally generated
vibrations.
• Do not place burning objects (e.g. candles) on top of or near the product.
• If condensation has formed on the product, e.g. because it was moved
from a cold environment to a warm one, allow the product to acclimatize
to room temperature before using it.
• Do not overload wall outlets and extension cables as this may result in
fire and electric shock.
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction 2..................................................................................................................
2 Important Safety Instructions 2..............................................................................
3 Table of Contents 4......................................................................................................
4 Getting Started 5............................................................................................................
4.1. Connections and Powering 5................................................................
5 Components and Controls 6.....................................................................................
5.1. Input Section (IN) 6...............................................................................
5.2. Output Section (OUT) 7........................................................................
5.3. Filter (VCF) 8........................................................................................
5.4. Amplifier (VCA) 12...............................................................................
5.5. Modulation 13......................................................................................
5.5.1. Modulation-Generator (LFO) 13.........................................................
5.5.2. Envelope-Generator (EG) 14..............................................................
5.5.3. Envelope Follower (EF) 15..................................................................
5.5.4. PEDAL/CV-Input 15...........................................................................
5.6. Further Control Elements 16.................................................................
5.7. Connectors 16......................................................................................
6 Technical Specifications 17.......................................................................................
7 Declaration of Conformity 19...................................................................................
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Getting Started
To ensure top quality we carefully checked FILTER Lancet before packaging.
Nevertheless, the unit could have been damaged during transportation.
Therefore, we ask you to take a serious look at the unit when unpacking it.
Do not hesitate to contact us, should there be anything unusual on MONO
Lancet itself or its packaging.
You should find the following items in the box:
• one Filter Lancet unit
• one AC adapter (12V / at least 830mA)
• this manual
Connections and Powering
If you came here without any problems, you can finally start up your FILTER
Lancet:
1. Connect the provided power supply unit to the 12VAC jack on FILTER
Lancet
ATTENTION:
Only use the included power supply! You may already
own a suitable-looking power supply that o!ers the same
connector. However, FILTER Lancet requires an AC adapter, not DC! Using an unsuitable power supply may cause
damage to the unit.
2. Connect the INPUT jack of FILTER Lancet to an appropriate audio
source such as a drum-computer, a groove-box, a synthesizer, a guitar or CD-player.
3. Connect the OUTPUT jack of FILTER Lancet to an appropriate audio
input of a mixing console, an audio-interface or an amplifier.
4. Start FILTER Lancet by switching on OVERKILL on the unit’s rear. The
corresponding green LED will be lit.
5. Congratulations, FILTER Lancet has been started.
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ATTENTION:
Because FILTER Lancet is a filter built of analogue components, it will take 5 to 10 minutes for the parts to reach
their appropriate temperature and ensure best tuning
stability!
Components and Controls
Filter Lancet is a filter box. Beside its central sound shaping element, a
multimode filter, it o!ers further functions such as overdrive, VCA, LFO and
an envelope-generator. This section will take a closer look to the di!erent
sections of FILTER Lancet and their correspondent control elements.
Input Section (IN)
This section controls input sensitivity and a possible analogue overdrive of
the circuit. The amount of possible distortion in FILTER Lancet ranges from
light saturation to hefty distortion.
The available control elements are:
Picture 1: Input Section
GAIN
Use this control to set the input sensitivity. A corresponding LED will
indicate overloads. Set the control in a way that the LED only lights up
shortly during signal peaks. FILTER Lancet has a large GAIN range that
allows line- as well as instrument-level-signals to be connected and
adequately pre-amplified. Do not worry if the clip-LED already lights up
in the gain control's first quarter when using line-level-signals. Using
higher GAIN settings will allow you to distort the input, which will result
in a noticeable increase of volume.
FILTER Lancet's input was designed to handle high-impedance signals of
instrument pickups, too. There is no need to use a DI-box here. Instead,
you may connect your guitar, bass or clavinet directly.
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