AXESS ELECTRONICS CFX4 User manual

Power Requirements
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Use Boss PSA Adapter Only
5.5mm/2.1mm Barrel Connector
MIDI Implementation
Model & F/W: CFX4
Version 1
Revision 4
MIDI Channel: Default: 161
(Received) Changed: 1 - 162
Control Change: 80 - 833C1 - C4 Latching
(Received) 104 - 1073C1 - C4 Momentary
84 - 87 C1 - C4 Latching
108 - 111 C1 - C4 Momentary
88 - 91 C1 - C4 Latching
112 - 115 C1 - C4 Momentary
92 - 95 C1 - C4 Latching
116 - 119 C1 - C4 Momentary
Control Value 0 = Off
Control Value 127 = On
Program Change: 1 - 128 Selects memory
(Received) locations 1 to 128
Notes: 1. Fixed for Control Changes.
2. User selectable for Program
Changes, stored in EEPROM.
3. The CFX4 is shipped from the
factory in Control Change CC1
operating mode.
4. For DMC Ground Control users:
CC1 = GCX#1 Loops 1 - 4
CC2 = GCX#1 Loops 5 - 8
CC3 = GCX#2 Loops 1 - 4
CC4 = GCX#2 Loops 5 - 8
Warranty
This product is warranted against failures due to
defective parts or faulty workmanship for a period of
one year after delivery to the original owner. During this
one year period, Axess Electronics will make any
necessary repairs without charge for parts and labor.
However, shipping charges to and from the repair
location must be paid by the owner.
This warranty applies only to the original owner and is
not transferable.
This warranty does not cover damage to the product as
a result from accident or misuse.
This warranty will be canceled at the sole discretion of
Axess Electronics if the product has:
1. Any signs of tampering, unauthorized service, or
modifications.
2. Any damage resulting from physical abuse or failure
to follow the operating instructions.
Axess Electronics’ liability to the owner and under this
warranty is limited only to the repair or replacement of
the defective product. Call or write to Axess Electronics
prior to shipping the product for repair.
Axess Electronics reserves the right to make any
changes and/or improvements to the design of this
product without any obligation to include those changes
in any previously manufactured units.
How To Reach Us
Mail: Axess Electronics
251 Queen Street South #278
Mississauga, Ontario L5M-1L7
Canada
Tel.: [phone]
Website: http://www.axess-electronics.com
CFX4
Control Function Switcher
•The CFX4 Control Function Switcher can
channel switch guitar amplifiers and perform
other footswitchable functions via MIDI.
•Four isolated relays (prevents ground loop
hum/noise) can be individually configured for
latched or momentary type switching.
•Four LEDs indicate the status of each control
function.
•Can be used with any MIDI footcontroller
capable of sending Control Change or
Program Change messages.
•An infinite number of CFX4's can be used
simultaneously or added to existing rigs with
other switchers.
•Powered by a 9VDC Adapter (like those from
Boss) with a 5.5mm/2.1mm barrel connector.
•Housed in a compact (4.80" x 3.75" x 1.40")
and rugged .064” thick aluminum enclosure
for years of reliable use and performance.
•Brushed finish with black anodize coating and
laser-engraved printing.
+ -
CC1
CC2
CC3
CC4

Connections
POWER: Accepts power from an external AC
Adapter with a 5.5mm/2.1mm barrel
connector. See Power Requirements for
more information.
MIDI IN: 7pin DIN connector that receives MIDI
information from an external source (such
as a MIDI footcontroller) which transmits
MIDI commands.
MIDI THRU: 7pin DIN connector that passes on the
MIDI information which is received at the
MIDI IN jack to other MIDI devices.
CUSTOM: Multi-pin DIN connector that is used to
provide remote switching of an amplifier’s
functions via an Axess Electronics custom
amplifier-specific cable.
CTL1 - CTL4: Standard 1/4” mono jacks (isolated to
prevent ground loop hum/noise) that
provide normally open latched or
momentary type switching functions to
control amplifiers and/or effects that have
footswitchable functions.
Overview
The CFX4 has been designed to operate in one of two
modes. Program Change mode allows the CFX4 to be
used with MIDI footcontrollers that can only transmit MIDI
Program Change messages or have run out of Control
Change messages... Control Change mode is geared
towards MIDI footcontrollers that have instant access
switches and are capable of transmitting MIDI Control
Change messages. The CFX4 has four (4) Control
Change modes, CC1 - CC4.
When operating in Program Change mode, the CFX4 will
respond to MIDI Program Change messages on the user
selected MIDI Channel. The control functions will either be
latched or momentary, depending on the Edit Control
Configuration. All MIDI Control Change messages will be
ignored.
When operating in one of the four Control Change modes,
the CFX4 will respond to MIDI Control Change messages
on the default MIDI Channel. The MIDI Program Change
Channel and Control Configuration will be cleared and
disabled, all Program Change messages will be ignored.
Basic Operation
Connect a MIDI footcontroller and the device(s) to be
switched/controlled to the CFX4 as described in the
Connections section.
Apply power to the CFX4 first, then to the other device(s).
Use the MIDI footcontroller to access the four control
functions... When done, remove power from the other
devices first, then from the CFX4.
To edit a preset in Program Change mode, select the
preset to edit using the MIDI footcontroller. Press and/or
hold the EDIT switch until the desired combination of
control functions (on/off) is selected. The preset is
automatically stored in the CFX4’s EEPROM memory. As
a safety feature, only the LEDs will change when holding
the EDIT switch down. The control functions will switch
after the EDIT switch has been released.
!!ATTENTION!!
ON POWER-UP, ALL CONTROL FUNCTIONS ARE OFF.
ON POWER-UP, IN PROGRAM CHANGE MODE, THE
EDIT SWITCH HAS NO EFFECT UNTIL A PRESET IS
SELECTED USING THE MIDI FOOTCONTROLLER.
THE EDIT SWITCH HAS NO EFFECT WHEN IN ONE OF
THE FOUR CONTROL CHANGE MODES.
Edit Program Change Channel
This allows the selection of which MIDI Channel the CFX4
will receive MIDI Program Change messages on.
Power-off the CFX4. Press and hold the EDIT switch and
apply power to the CFX4. Wait for all the LEDs to flash
one time and release the EDIT switch. You are now in Edit
Program Change Channel. Pressing the EDIT switch will
allow you to scroll through the sixteen different MIDI
Channels. To save your selection in the CFX4’s EEPROM
memory, simply power-off the CFX4.
CHANNEL C4-LED C3-LED C2-LED C1-LED
Channel #1
Channel #2
Channel #3
Channel #4
Channel #5
Channel #6
Channel #7
Channel #8
CHANNEL C4-LED C3-LED C2-LED C1-LED
Channel #10
Channel #11
Channel #12
Channel #13
Channel #14
Channel #15
Channel #16
Channel #9
Edit Control Configuration
This allows the selection of which control functions are
latched and momentary when in Program Change mode.
Power-off the CFX4. Press and hold the EDIT switch and
apply power to the CFX4. Wait for all the LEDs to flash two
times and release the EDIT switch. You are now in Edit
Control Configuration. Pressing the EDIT switch will allow
you to scroll through the different control function
configurations. To save your selection in the CFX4’s
EEPROM memory, simply power-off the CFX4.
CONFIGURATION C4-LED C3-LED C2-LED C1-LED
C1/2/3/4 Latched
C1 Mom & C2/3/4 Lat
C1/2 Mom & C3/4 Lat
C1/2/3 Mom & C4 Lat
C1/2/3/4 Momentary
Edit Operating Mode
This allows the selection of the CFX4’s operating mode.
Power-off the CFX4. Press and hold the EDIT switch and
apply power to the CFX4. Wait for all the LEDs to flash
three times and release the EDIT switch. You are now in
Edit Operating Mode. Pressing the EDIT switch will allow
you to scroll through the different modes of operation. To
save your selection in the CFX4’s EEPROM memory,
simply power-off the CFX4.
MODE C4-LED C3-LED C2-LED C1-LED
Program Change
Control Change CC1
Control Change CC2
Control Change CC3
Control Change CC4