Fishman ELLIPSE AURA - User manual

USER GUIDE
ELLIPSE AURA™ (for aftermarket installed systems)

Read Me First!!
To experience the benefits of Aura, you must first upload
Images into the preamp.
•Install the Aura Gallery 2.0 CD on your PC.
•Connect the Aura product to the computer with
the supplied USB cable and follow the onscreen
instructions to upload Images.
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Image Chart
Once you upload Images into your Ellipse Aura, fill in this chart for
quick reference.
Image # Instrument Name Microphone Mic Distance
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READ ME!
This product is meant to be installed only by a qualified
professional guitar technician. Instructions for professional
installers are available at Service & Support at www.fishman.com.

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Fundamentals
To experience the benefits of Aura, install the
Aura Gallery CD on your computer then upload
Images into the Ellipse Aura preamp.

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Quick Start
After you upload Images into the preamp, set the controls as illustrated:

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1. Plug In • Connect the Ellipse Aura to your amplifier or PA with a ¼-inch
instrument cable.
2. Select an Image • Raise the Volume and use the Image switch to browse
through the four Images until you find one you prefer.
3. Blend in the pickup • Move the Blend slider to the left to mix in some
pickup signal with the Image.
4. Phase • Push the Phase switch in and out until you find the position that
sounds most pleasing. If feedback occurs, change the position of the switch.
5. Anti-Feedback • Start with the Volume off. Move the Anti-Feedback switch
to the On position (left). Push and hold the measure button for several seconds.
Raise the volume until feedback begins. The filter will latch onto the feedback
and eliminate it after a few seconds.

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Power
Plug in the guitar, and the Ellipse Aura switches on. To conserve battery life,
remove the instrument cable from the guitar when the system is not used.
When you plug in, the Battery LED flashes once to indicate power up.

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Battery Replacement
When the Battery LED lights steadily, it is time to change the battery. To replace
the battery, remove the fabric bag inside the guitar. We recommend a lithium
type for extended battery life. You can expect up to 66 hours from a lithium
battery and 33 hours from an alkaline battery.
If you ship your guitar, we recommend you remove the battery as a precaution.
Although unlikely, it is possible for the battery to jar loose inside the instrument
during shipment.

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Controls
The controls are arranged in two distinct levels. Once your fingers are familiar
with the layout, you will be able to easily adjust the controls, even when you can’t
see them.
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1. Blend
Use the Blend slider to adjust the balance between the pickup and the Image.
You’ll attain a more microphone-like sound by favoring the Image. Note that it
is often practical to blend in a higher percentage of the pickup in live situations,
especially when you desire a more focused amplified tone.
2. Phase
Use the Phase switch to improve bass response at low volume and suppress
feedback at high volume. Push the Phase switch in and out and leave it in the
position most pleasing to your ear. If feedback occurs, push the switch again.
3. Volume
For the cleanest noise-free sound, set the volume as high as possible without
causing your amp or mixer to distort.