Yamaha Dg-stomp User Manual

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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.

•This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Canada Music Ltd.

•Ceci ne s’applique qu’aux produits distribués par Yamaha Canada Musique Ltée.

ADVARSEL!

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VARNING

Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enlight fabrikantens instruktion.

VAROITUS

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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within the equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock.

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NEDERLAND / NETHERLAND

•Dit apparaat bevat een lithium batterij voor geheugen back-up.

•This apparatus contains a lithium battery for memory back-up.

•Raadpleeg uw leverancier over de verwijdering van de batterij op het moment dat u het apparaat ann het einde van de levensduur afdankt of de volgende Yamaha Service Afdeiing:

Yamaha Music Nederland Service Afdeiing Kanaalweg 18-G, 3526 KL UTRECHT

Tel. [phone]

•For the removal of the battery at the moment of the disposal at the end of the service life please consult your retailer or Yamaha

Service Center as follows:

Yamaha Music Nederland Service Center

Address	: Kanaalweg 18-G, 3526 KL UTRECHT
Tel	: 030-2828425

•Gooi de batterij niet weg, maar lever hem in als KCA.

•Do not throw away the battery. Instead, hand it in as small chemical waste.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

INFORMATION RELATING TO PERSONAL INJURY, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, AND FIRE HAZARD POSSIBILITIES HAS BEEN INCLUDED IN THIS LIST.

WARNING- When using any electrical or electronic product, basic precautions should always be followed. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Read all Safety Instructions, Installation Instructions, Special Message Section items, and any Assembly Instructions found in this manual BEFORE making any connections, including connection to the main supply.

2. Do not attempt to service this product beyond that described in the user-maintenance instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

3. Main Power Supply Verification: Yamaha products are manufactured specifically for the supply voltage in the area where they are to be sold. If you should move, or if any doubt exists about the supply voltage in your area, please contact your dealer for supply voltage verification and (if applicable) instructions. The required supply voltage is printed on the name plate. For name plate location, please refer to the graphic found in the Special Message Section of this manual.

4. DANGER-Grounding Instructions: This product must be grounded and therefore has been equipped with a three pin attachment plug. If this product should malfunction, the ground pin provides a path of low resistance for electrical current, reducing the risk of electrical shock. If your wall socket will not accommodate this type plug, contact an electrician to have the outlet replaced in accordance with local electrical codes. Do NOT modify the plug or change the plug to a different type!

5. WARNING: Do not place this product or any other objects on the power cord or place it in a position where anyone could walk on, trip over, or roll anything over power or connecting cords of any kind. The use of an extension cord is not recommended! If you must use an extension cord, the minimum wire size for a 25' cord (or less) is 18 AWG. NOTE: The smaller the AWG number, the larger the current handling capacity. For longer extension cords, consult a local electrician.

6. Ventilation: Electronic products, unless specifically designed for enclosed installations, should be placed in locations that do not interfere with proper ventilation. If instructions for enclosed installations are not provided, it must be assumed that unobstructed ventilation is required.

7. Temperature considerations: Electronic products should be installed in locations that do not seriously contribute to their operating temperature. Placement of this product close to heat sources such as; radiators, heat registers etc., should be avoided.

8. This product was NOT designed for use in wet/damp locations and should not be used near water or exposed to rain. Examples of wet /damp locations are; near a swimming pool, spa, tub, sink, or wet basement.

9. This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a cart ,rack, or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer. If a cart, rack, or stand is used, please observe all safety markings and instructions that accompany the accessory product.

10. The power supply cord (plug) should be disconnected from the outlet when electronic products are to be left unused for extended periods of time. Cords should also be disconnected when there is a high probability of lightening and/or electrical storm activity.

11. Care should be taken that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through any openings that may exist.

12. Electrical/electronic products should be serviced by a qualified service person when:

a.The power supply cord has been damaged; or

b.Objects have fallen, been inserted, or liquids have been spilled into the enclosure through openings; or

c.The product has been exposed to rain; or

d.The product does not operate, exhibits a marked change in performance; or

e.The product has been dropped, or the enclosure of the product has been damaged.

13. This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speaker/s, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. DO NOT operate for a long period of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an audiologist.

IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before damage occurs.

14. Some Yamaha products may have benches and/or accessory mounting fixtures that are either supplied as a part of the product or as optional accessories. Some of these items are designed to be dealer assembled or installed. Please make sure that benches are stable and any optional fixtures (where applicable) are well secured BEFORE using. Benches supplied by Yamaha are designed for seating only. No other uses are recommended.

PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL

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Owner’s Manual

Thank you for purchasing the YAMAHA DG-Stomp Guitar Preamplifier.

To fully understand the functions and to obtain maximum life of this device, please read this Owner’s Manual carefully before using. Also, after reading this manual, please keep it and the warranty in a safe place for future reference.

Contents

	Precautions ..................................................	5	Tuner Mode .................................................	22
	Nomenclature	6	■ How to Enter the Tuner Mode ........................	22
			■ Tuning	22
	■ Top Panel	6
			■ Setting the Standard Pitch	22
	■ Rear Panel	9
	Connections	10	Utility Mode .................................................	23
			■ About the Utility Mode	23
	■ Connecting the Power	10
			■ Foot Switch Functions	23
	■ Connecting an Amp and Speaker System	10
			■ MIDI Functions	24
	■ Connecting Headphones	11
			■ External Control Settings	25
	■ Digital Output	11
			■ EXP Pedal Settings	26
	■ Connecting an Expression (EXP) Pedal	11
			■ Wah Pedal Settings	27
	■ Connecting MIDI Devices	11
			■ The Speaker Simulator	27
	Using the DG-Stomp	12	■ Preamp Circuit ON/OFF Settings ...................	27
	■ Produce Sound ..............................................	12	Error Messages ..........................................	28
	■ Try Changing the Settings ..............................	13
	■ Try Selecting Another Patch ...........................	15	Trouble Shooting ........................................	28
	■ Create and Store a Patch ..............................	17	Specifications	29
	■ Convenient Functions	17
	Effect Functions and Parameters .............	19	MIDI Implementation Chart .......................	30
	External Control Settings ..........................	21

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Precautions

•Avoid using the DG-Stomp in the following locations to prevent possible damage:

•In direct sunlight or next to heating equipment.

•In extremely cold or hot locations.

•Locations exposed to high humidity or excessive dust.

•Locations subject to strong shocks or vibration.

•Before making any connections, make sure that the power is switched OFF on the DG-Stomp and any external devices.

•To protect speakers from possible damage, always set the OUTPUT knob to “0” before switching the power ON/OFF.

•When connecting a speaker to this unit, make sure that the power is switched OFF first.

•Do not apply excessive force to the switches, knobs and controls.

•The DG-Stomp is a precision device. Handle it with care and avoid dropping or jarring it.

•Operating temperatures will rise during use. Make sure the DG-Stomp is used in a well-ventilated are.

•For safety, always remove the power adaptor from the AC wall outlet if there is any danger of lightning striking in your area.

•Keep the DG-Stomp away from neon signs or fluorescent lighting to prevent noise pickup.

•To prevent damage and possibly electrical shock, never open the case and tamper with the internal circuitry.

•Never use benzene, thinner or other volatile liquids for cleaning, as these chemicals may cause damage or discoloration to the finish. Always use a dry, soft cloth to wipe off dust and dirt.

About the Backup Battery

A backup battery (lithium battery) is used to keep internal data (settings) from being lost, even when the power cord is unplugged. Internal data will be lost when battery power is depleted, so it is recommended that data be stored to an external data recorder such as the Yamaha MIDI Data Filer MDF3 (→ page 24), or keep records of settings in memo form. The average battery life span is about 3 years. When replacement becomes necessary contact the music store where the unit was purchased, or a qualified service representative, to perform the replacement.

•Do not attempt to replace the backup battery by yourself.

•Keep the backup battery out of reach of children.

•“E5” appears in the display when the battery becomes depleted. Internal data may be lost.

•Data may be lost if the unit is improperly handled or if repairs are performed.

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Nomenclature

■ Top Panel

Display & Main Section

Effect Section

Amp Section

Foot Switch Section

● Display & Main Section

e Manual Button (MANUAL)

Independent of the selected patch’s settings, this

e

button changes the sound to the settings of the

knob’s current position.

q

r

The lamp will flash if the patch setting is changed.

w

t

Press the [MANUAL] and [UTILITY] buttons simul-

taneously to enter the External Control Setting Mode.

(→ page 21)

y

q Up Button (UP)

r Utility Button (UTILITY)

Enters the Utility Mode. (→

page 23) Press the [UTIL-

w Down Button (DOWN)

ITY] and [STORE] buttons simultaneously to enter

Press to change the Patch Number by +1/-1. Hold

the Tuner Mode. (→ page 22)

to change the Group Number by +1/-1. Simulta-

neously press the [UP] and [DOWN] buttons to

t Store Button (STORE)

switch between the USER ↔

PRESET Areas.

Enters the Store Mode. (→

page 17)

Also, their flashing lamps are used to indicate the

relationship between the patch data value and the

y Display

knob’s position.

Displays memory numbers, parameter setting val-

ues, etc.

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Nomenclature

● Amp Section

			!2
u	i	o	!0
			!1

u Amp Select Switch (LEAD1-CLEAN2)

Selects one of the eight preset guitar amplifier types. In the Utility Mode it is used to select functions you want to set such as Foot Switch or MIDI functions, etc.

i Gain Contol (GAIN)

Adjusts the amount of distortion.

*No sound will be produced if this knob is set to “0”, even if the Master Volume o level is increased.

o Master Volume (MASTER)

Sets the absolute volume of the tone wet with the Gain Volume and Tone Controls.

* The MASTER knob’s setting is saved in memory.

!0Tone Controls

(TREBLE, MIDDLE, BASS, PRESENCE)

Controls the sound level of each tone.

!1Output Level Control (OUTPUT)

Controls the level of the signal delivered from the DG-Stomp’s output jacks (OUTPUT, PHONES)

* The OUTPUT knob’s setting is not saved in the memory.

!2Speaker Simulator Button (SP. SIM)

Switches the Speaker Simulator ON (lamp lit)/OFF (lamp off).

Press the [SP. SIM] and [UTILITY] buttons simultaneously to select the simulator type. (→ page 14)

● Effect Section (Refer to: “Effect Functions and Parameters” on page 19)

!3

!5

!8

@2

!4

!6 !7

!9 @0 @1

@3

!3Compressor Button (COMP)

Switches the Compressor ON (lamp lit)/OFF (lamp off).

!4Compressor Knob (COMP)

Adjusts the depth of the compressor’s effect.

Turn to the right to increase the depth of the effect.

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Nomenclature

!5Modulation Group Effect Buttons

(CHORUS/FLANGER/PHASER/ROTARY/

TREMOLO)

These buttons set the type of Modulation Effect to be used. The selected effect’s lamp will light.

A secondary parameter for the effect can be set by turning the SPEED or DEPTH knob while holding the button of the currently selected effect.

!6Speed Knob (SPEED)

Sets the Speed parameter and a secondary parameter of the Modulation Group’s Effects.

!7Depth Knob (DEPTH)

Sets the Depth parameter and a secondary parameter of the Modulation Group’s Effects.

!8Delay Group Effect Buttons

(DELAY/TAPE ECHO)

These buttons set the type of Delay Effect to be used. The selected effect’s lamp will light.

● Foot Switch Section

@4

!9Time Knob (TIME)

Sets the Delay time.

@0Feedback Knob (FEEDBACK)

Sets how many times the delay will repeat.

@1Level Knob (LEVEL)

Sets the Delay’s volume level.

@2Reverb Group Effect Buttons

(SPRING/HALL/PLATE)

These buttons set the type of Reverb Effect to be used. The selected effect’s lamp will light.

@3Reverb Knob (REVERB)

Sets the amount of Reverb that is added to the sound.

@5

@4Foot Switches 1, 2, 3

According to the settings in the Utility Mode (→ page 23), the switches can be used as for the following functions.

•Selects a patch (1/2/3) from the currently selected bank.

•Switches the effect blocks ON/OFF (1: Modulation Block, 2: Delay Block, 3: Reverb)

@5Bank Switch (TAP/BANK/TUNER)

•Tap the switch: Sets the Delay Time according to the tempo at which the switch is tapped. (→

page 20)

•Press the switch until the display flashes: Use the foot switches 1-3 to change the Area/Group/

Bank. (→ page 16)

• Hold the switch until “tu” appears in the display: Enters the Tuner Mode. (→ page 22)

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Nomenclature

■ Rear Panel

@6 @7

@8

@9

#0 #1 #2

#3 #5#4

@6Power Switch (STAND-BY ON/OFF)

Power switch for the main unit.

*To protect the speakers, set the OUTPUT knob !1to “0” before switching the power ON/OFF.

@7Power Adaptor Jack (AC IN 12V 700mA)

Connect the supplied power adaptor to this jack.

*Never use a power adaptor other than the supplied adaptor. Use of any other power adaptor may cause damage, overheating, fire, etc.

@8MIDI OUT Jack

Jack used for transmitting MIDI data from the DGStomp such as control changes, program changes, data in the DG-Stomp’s memory, etc. (→ page 24).

@9MIDI IN Jack

Jack used for receiving MIDI data from a MIDI device, such as a MIDI foot controller, that can be used to control the volume, or each of the effects and select patches in the DG-Stomp. (→ page 16).

Also, DG-Stomp memory data saved to an external MIDI device can be returned to the DG-Stomp via this jack. (→ page 25)

#0Digital Out Jack (DIGITAL OUT)

Jack used for sending the output of the DG-Stomp as digital data.

Connect to a device equipped with a digital input jack (COAXIAL) such as a digital mixer, etc. (→ page 11).

#1EXP Pedal Jack (EXP. PEDAL)

Connect a foot controller (expression pedal) (optional) such as the YAMAHA FC-7, etc. to this jack, and control DG-Stomp parameters or use the device as a wah pedal. (→ pages 21, 25)

#2Headphones Jack (PHONES)

Connect a pair of headphones (optional) to this jack for private practice or practicing at night when you don’t want to disturb others. (→ page 11).

*Even when headphones are used, the audio signal is delivered from the OUTPUT jack #3and the DIGITAL OUT jack #0.

#3Output Jacks (OUTPUT R, L/MONO)

The analog output jacks for the DG-Stomp. Connect these jacks to the input jack on a power amplifier + speaker set or guitar amp, mixer, etc. (→ page 10)

*Use the L/MONO jack when connecting to a monaural device.

#4Input Jack (INPUT)

#5Input Level Switch (LOW/HIGH)

The DG-Stomp’s input jack. Connect a guitar here. Select either LOW/HIGH to match the output level of the guitar you are using. Use the LOW setting for high output guitars and the HIGH setting for low output guitars.

*Make sure the power is switched OFF before connecting a guitar.

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Connections

Before making any connections to any of the DG-Stomp’s INPUT and/or OUTPUT jacks, make sure that the power on the DG-Stomp and all other devices is turned OFF to prevent electrical shock or damage to the devices.

■ Connecting the Power

Use the supplied power adaptor (AC-10) to supply power to the DG-Stomp.

1.Make sure the DG-Stomp’s Power Switch (STAND-BY) is in the OFF () position.

2.Connect the power adaptor’s plug to the AC IN jack on the DG-Stomp.

3.Connect the power adaptor to an electric outlet.

OFF ()

Supplied AC

Adaptor AC-10

Electrical

Outlet

Only use the supplied AC-10 adaptor to power the unit.

Using another adaptor may result in damage, overheating or fire, which can be very dangerous.

Make sure to use the recommended AC voltage as indicated on the power adaptor.

The supplied power adaptor AC-10 is designed specifically for use with the DGStomp. Never use this adaptor with any other device.

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■Connecting an Amp and Speaker System

To setup with your guitar amp system, connect the OUTPUT jack on the DG-Stomp to a power amp and speaker.

1.Use a cable to connect the OUTPUT (R, L/ MONO) jack(s) on the rear panel of the DGStomp to the INPUT jack of a power amp.

*We recommend the use of a stereo audio device to enjoy the full benefits of the stereo effects.

2.Connect a speaker to the speaker jack on the power amp.

*Make sure that the speaker connected to the power amp is a compatible device (capacity, system impedance).

●You can connect the DG-Stomp to a guitar amp.

*If the guitar amp is equipped with an effects loop, we recommend that the DG-Stomp be connected directly to the amplifier’s EFFECT RETURN jack. If the amplifier is not equipped with an effects loop, connect to its INPUT jack and adjust the tone and volume on the guitar amp as required.

*When connecting to monaural input devices, use the DGStomp’s L/MONO jack.

●You can also connect to the input jack on a mixer, etc.