Vox DA5 User Manual
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Precautions
Location
Using the unit in the follo wing locations can result in a malfunction.
• In direct sunlight
• Locations of extreme temperature or humidity
• Excessively dusty or dirty locations
• Locations of excessive vibration
• Close to magnetic fields
Power supply
Please connect the designated AC adapter to an AC outlet of the
correct voltage. Do not connect it to an A C outlet of v oltage other
than that for which your unit is intended.
Interference with other electrical devices
Radios and televisions placed nearby ma y experience reception
interference. Operate this unit at a suitable distance from radios
and televisions.
Handling
To avoid breakage, do not apply excessive force to the switches
or controls.
Care
If the exterior becomes dirty, wipe it with a clean, dry cloth. Do
not use liquid cleaners such as benzene or thinner, or cleaning
compounds or flammable polishes.
Keep this manual
After reading this manual, please keep it for later reference.
Be careful not to let metal objects get into the equipment. If
something does slip into the equipment, unplug the AC adapter
from the wall outlet. Then contact your nearest Korg dealer or
the store where the equipment was purchased.
THE FCC REGULATION WARNING (for U.S.A.)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device , pursuant to P art 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. 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. Howe v er, 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
follo wing 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.
Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the
user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Keeping foreign matter out of your equipment
Never set any container with liquid in it near this equipment. If
liquid gets into the equipment, it could cause a breakdown, fire,
or electrical shock.
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CE mark for European Harmonized Standards
CE mark which is attached to our company’s products of A C
mains operated apparatus until December 31, 1996 means it
conforms to EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and CE mark Directive
(93/68/EEC).
And, CE mark which is attached after January 1, 1997 means it
conforms to EMC Directive (89/336/EEC), CE mark Directive (93/
68/EEC) and Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC).
Also, CE mark which is attached to our company’ s products of
Battery operated apparatus means it conforms to EMC Directive
(89/336/EEC) and CE mark Directive (93/68/EEC).
* Company names, product names , and names of formats etc. are
the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
owners
Contents
Introduction ............................................. 4
Welcome aboard! ..........................................................4
Main features ................................................................ 4
Setup ....................................................... 5
Installing Batteries.......................................................... 5
The Guitarist’s Guided Panel Tour.............. 6
A. Top Panel .................................................................. 6
B. Rear Panel .................................................................8
Creating Your Own Program and Adjusting
the Noise Reduction .......................... 10
Creating your own program ......................................... 10
Adjusting the noise reduction........................................ 11
Styles and effects ................................... 12
STYLES ........................................................................ 12
Effects ......................................................................... 14
Troubleshooting...................................... 17
Specifications ......................................... 18
Programmer’s Cheat Sheet...................... 19
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Introduction
Welcome aboard!
Thanks for choosing the VOX DA5. To ensure a long and
trouble-free relationship with your new amp, please read this
manual carefully, use the amp as directed and keep the
manual for future reference.
Main features
• The compact DA5 features five watts (5W) producing stellar tones inherited from the VOX Valvetronix
series (AD15VT, AD30VT, AD50VT, AD100VT).
• This portable amplifier is powered by six C batteries
or the included AC adapter, enabling you to play anywhere.
• Inputs include an AUX IN jack, for connecting an external audio device (CD, MP3 player, etc.), and a
MIC INPUT jack, to which you can connect a microphone. You can play along with recorded music or
accompany your vocals on guitar.
• The TAP button enables you to easily set the flanger
speed or delay time in sync with the tempo.
• The amplifier provides eleven distinctive sound
styles that can be used in various musical genres.
• Eleven high-quality effects are built in and seven are
multi effects that let you use two effects simultaneously plus Noise Reduction.
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• The power select switch lets you adjust the output
wattage of the power amp. This means that even
when the master volume is turned up to the max to
drive the power amp, you can lower the volume without losing any tone or feel.
Setup
Please refer to the illustrations in the section entitled “The
Guitarist’s Guided Panel Tour” (page 6).
1. Turn the MASTER volume on the amp all the way
down.
2. Insert the batteries as shown on page 5.
Alternatively, plug the supplied AC adapter cord into
the DC IN jack on the rear panel, then plug the AC
adapter into a wall outlet.
NOTE:Never use any AC adapter other than the included one.
3. Plug your guitar into the INPUT jack on the top panel.
If you also plan to use a CD or MP3 player, or a microphone, connect the player to the AUX IN jack or
the microphone to the MIC INPUT jack on the rear
panel.
4. Turn on the POWER switch.
5. Slowly raise the MASTER volume to a desired level.
HINT: The rear panel POWER SELECT switch controls the
output level of the power amp, letting you adjust the
volume while keeping that great-sounding power-amp
distortion!
HINT: Selecting a lower output wattage during battery opera-
tion will extend battery life.
Installing Batteries
Remove the battery compartment cover located on the bottom of the unit by pulling the ribbon. Insert six C alkaline
batteries as shown in the figure. Be sure to observe the correct polarity.
NOTE:Batteries are not included. You will need to purchase
them separately. Never use any type of battery other
than alkaline batteries.
About battery life
The battery life varies depending on the output wattage selected by the POWER SELECT switch.
POWER SELECT Battery life
5W 18 hours
1.5W 25 hours
0.5W 30 hours
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Replacing the batteries
Replace the batteries when the indicator above the
POWER switch becomes dim.
NOTE:If the battery power is low, noise may be heard.
NOTE:Depleted batteries must be removed from the DA5 im-
mediately. If you leave them in, malfunctions such as
battery leakage may occur. You should also remove the
batteries if you will not be using the DA5 for an extended time.
The Guitarist’s Guided Panel
Tour
In this chapter we’re going to take a look at the top and rear
panels of your amp.
A. Top Panel
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1. INPUT Section
This is where you plug in your guitar.
2. Power switch
When the power is on, the indicator located above
the switch will be lit.
3. AMP Section
Here’s where you adjust the settings for your amplifier.
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