Xpresense WR1 Users Manual
OM Version 1: 04/13/2011
Xpresense LLC
™
The
OWNERS MANUAL
The Power of Your Effects in the Palm
of Your Hand.
by
Copyright 2010 Xpresense LLC, Virginia, USA
User's Manual
FCC Declarations Page
Wag Ring FCC ID: UBDWR1
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
The Base Unit is a RECEIVE ONLY DEVICE.
NOTE: This Radio equipment is intended for use in musical entertainment and similar applications.
Warning:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved in writing by Xpresense LLC may void the users authority to
operate this equipment.
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Contents
Chapter 1. Product Overview ..................................................................................................... 4
Product Tour ........................................................................................................................................... 5
Quick Start Tutorials ............................................................................................................................... 8
Modulating Effects using the Expression Pedal Output .............................. 9
MIDI Expression Control .......................................................................... 10
Chapter 2. Basic Setup ............................................................................................................. 11
Power On/Power Off ............................................................................................................................. 11
Waking the Ring ................................................................................................................................... 12
Pausing/Un-pausing the Ring ............................................................................................................... 12
Making Connections ............................................................................................................................. 12
Wireless Reception ............................................................................................................................... 14
Multiple Wag Systems on the Same Stage ........................................................................................... 14
Chapter 3. Using the Ring .......................................................................................... 15
Wearing the Ring .................................................................................................................................. 15
Using the Wag as an Expression Pedal ................................................... 15
Limiting the Expression Zone ................................................................... 16
Using the Wag to Switch Effects .............................................................. 16
Chapter 4. Configuring the Base Unit ......................................................................... 17
Load a Preset/Patch ............................................................................................................................. 17
Edit a Preset Parameter ............................................................................................................................ 18
Save or Copy a Preset/Patch ................................................................................................................ 18
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Chapter 5. Preset/Patch Parameter Descriptions .................................................................. 19
Appendix A - Table of Operating Parameters ................................................................................... 22
Appendix B – Preset Tables ................................................................................................................. 23
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Chapter 1. Product Overview
Congratulations! You are now the proud owner of The Wag. WAG stands for Wireless Audio
Gesture. The WAG is a wireless remote controller, in the form of a finger ring, which extends
your control over musical effects units that have expression pedal or MIDI inputs. The complete
system is comprised of the WAG Ring, Base Unit, and Ring Charger.
The WAG was specifically designed with guitarists in mind, to put effects control into their hands
where they could integrate it into their playing technique while freeing them from dancing on
pedals. We have found that this allows the guitarist to use effects in a much more intuitive and
spontaneous manner opening up new vistas of creativity. The WAG may provide many of the
same benefits to other musicians that use effects.
You control your effects through simple hand movements without the need to take your hand
away from the strings - allowing you to integrate effects control into your performance. For
example, by opening and closing your hand slightly, you can use the Ring like an expression
pedal to modulate volume, WAH, or other effect parameters. You can also use the WAG to turn
effects off and on using the MIDI interface.
Generally, the WAG Ring continuously senses the opening and closing of the hand. More
specifically, the WAG Ring has a proximity sensor that detects changes in the space around the
ring band. So, the more CLOSED the hand position, the more flesh surrounds the sensor plate
and the greater the value generated by the sensor. The Wag Ring sends the sensor data to the
Base Unit. The Base Unit converts the sensor data to effects control signals that are sent over the
MIDI and Pedal Output interfaces. The Base Unit settings allow you to configure the sensitivity,
direction of control, zone of control, damping, and other parameters allowing you to customize
the WAG in virtually any manner that you chose to satisfy your creativity while adapting it to
your playing style.
The WAG Ring is powered by an internal, rechargeable, lithium ion battery. A stand alone
charger is provided to charge the Ring battery.
The system operates in the 2,4 GHZ radio band. The system operates over a 40 foot distance.
Four radio channels are provides so that 4 systems can operate in the same space.
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Table 1. Components of the Ring
#
Item
Description
1
Ring
Continuously senses what you're doing with your hand, and
wirelessly sends that information to the Base Unit.
2
Ring Band
Senses the proximity of skin around the ring band.
3
Charging Points
Connect to the Charger to enable recharging of the battery.
Product Tour
A WAG system consists of the following units:
Wag Ring. Continuously senses the movements of your finger, and wirelessly sends that
information to the Base Unit. The ring band is adjustable. The ring is powered by a
rechargeable lithium-ion button cell battery.
Wag Base Unit. Interprets information received from the WAG Ring and converts that
information into control signals that control your effects using the Expression Pedal
Output and/or Midi Output.
Wag Charger
Charges the Wag Ring battery.
The Diagrams and Tables on the following pages describe the basic components of the system.
Wag Ring
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Wag Base Unit (Front Panel)
Table 2. Base Unit Front Panel Components
#
Item
Description
1
Base Unit
Interprets information received from the WAG Ring and, according to your configuration, converts that
information to signals used to control your effects.
2
LCD Display
Shows the Preset/Patch number, value for the currently selected menu item, or a status message.
3
Menu Buttons
(+/-)
Use these buttons to select the parameter that you want to view or modify. By default this is the
current Patch number.
4
Value Buttons
(+/-)
Turn this to select the value for the currently selected menu item (Patch number or configuration
parameter).
5
Save
Press Value + and Value – together to save the current settings to a User Patch.
After pressing SAVE the Patch number can be changed , otherwise the current Patch number is
saved.
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Wag Base Unit (Rear Panel)
Table 3. Base Unit Rear Panel Components
#
Item
Description
1
Rear Panel
Here is where you connect your effects gear and the receive antenna.
2
Antenna
Receives the wireless transmission from the Ring.
3
MIDI OUT
Connect this port to effects units that accept MIDI input for effects control.
4
EXP OUT
Connect a 1/4" stereo (Tip, Ring, Sleeve (TRS) or Mono (TS) cable to effects units that accept an
expression pedal input. See compatibility table.
5
PWR
AC power adapter connection. Use only the power supply shipped with the product.
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Wag Charger
With the charger lid open, the ring is inserted straight down from overhead with the ring lid
facing toward the front of the charger. A blue led will illuminate the ring lid if installed properly
and charging is in progress. A green led will light at the front of the charger behind the charger
lid snap.
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