GTC REVPAD User manual

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REVPAD Firmware version: 1.0
Last manual update: 2017-02-10

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Copyright and Intellectual Property
Copyright and Intellectual Property
Copyright © 2017 GTC Sound Innovations
All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of GTC Sound Innovations.
The product can be used to record or duplicate audio without being limited by certain technological copy-protection measures. This
is due to the fact that this product is intended to be used for the purpose of producing original music, and is therefore designed so that
material that does not infringe copyrights belonging to others (for example, your own original works) can be recorded or duplicated
freely.
Do not use this unit for purposes that could infringe on a copyright held by a third party. We assume no responsibility whatsoever with
regard to any infringements of third-party copyrights arising through your use of this unit.

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Copyright and Intellectual Property ....................................................................... III
Welcome to the Creative World of the GTC Sound Innovations REVPAD............................................1
Important Safety Instructions ..............................................................................2
General Battery Safety Instructions .........................................................................4
Battery Replacement Instructions...........................................................................6
EMC and Certicate of Conformity .........................................................................8
Quick Start ..........................................................................................11
The REVPAD Touchpad .................................................................................12
The REVPAD Base Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Take the REVPAD for a Spin..............................................................................16
Exploring Your GTC Sound Innovations REVPAD .............................................................17
Getting to Know the REVPAD Base Unit ....................................................................18
The Back Panel of the REVPAD Base Unit ...................................................................26
Getting to Know the REVPAD Touchpad ....................................................................31
Customizing your REVPAD ..............................................................................35

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Creating and Editing Patches .............................................................................36
Modifying a Patch .....................................................................................37
Setting Patch Effect Parameters............................................................................38
Mix / Touch Mix ......................................................................................39
Tempo and Global Tempo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Setting X-Y Values in Effects..............................................................................41
Saving a New Patch....................................................................................43
Organizing Your Patch List ...............................................................................44
Modes ..............................................................................................45
Patch Setup ..........................................................................................51
Pad Setup ...........................................................................................55
MIDI Setup ..........................................................................................56
Auto Setup...........................................................................................57
External Control of Internal Effects.........................................................................59
System Conguration ..................................................................................61
Device Utilities .......................................................................................61
Pad Settings ..........................................................................................63
Touchpad Control Button Assignment ......................................................................65

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MIDI Settings.........................................................................................68
MIDI IN CC Map......................................................................................69
MIDI Control ........................................................................................71
MIDI IN.............................................................................................72
MIDI OUT...........................................................................................74
Specications ........................................................................................79
MIDI Implementation Map ..............................................................................83
Contact & Support ....................................................................................85

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Welcome to the Creative World of the GTC Sound Innovations REVPAD
Welcome to the Creative World of the GTC Sound Innovations REVPAD
The GTC Sound Innovations REVPAD is a sound effect controller for use with amplied instruments. It includes a sound processing
base unit, which can connect to other equipment or systems. It has a Touchpad, which attaches to the guitar and communicates wire-
lessly with the base unit. The Touchpad attaches to the guitar by an adhesive that does not damage or otherwise affect the surface of
the instrument. The base unit contains algorithms that provide a great number of effects, in addition to analog distortion and overdrive,
and includes the possibility to change effects while playing.
The REVPAD includes multiple Patches (presets) of effect parameters, including analog distortion and overdrive, as well as additional
effects, such as chorus, delays, and virtual faders. It enables the user to manipulate sound effects by swiping or tapping the Touchpad
surface and allows for improvisation and creating new effects on the y. The REVPAD enables smooth cross-fading between effects,
a dynamic kill switch, a virtual whammy bar, volume control, ambient sounds, and control of external gear, such as a favorite pedal.
With the REVPAD the user can manipulate the wah and virtual whammy bar, change volume, apply cross-fading, and create varying
levels of feedback more easily than by using the knobs on the guitar.
The REVPAD supports your creativity to explore the limitless world of sound effects.

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Important Safety Instructions
■Read and follow these instructions before operating your REVPAD system.
■Keep these instructions for future reference.
■Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as
power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
■The REVPAD does not require preventive maintenance.
■Clean the REVPAD only with a dry cloth. Do not use any chemicals.
■This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
rules. See “EMC and Certicate of Conformity” on page 8 for more information.
Warning! DO NOT INGEST BATTERY. CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD.
This product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in
just two hours and can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment does not close
securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children. If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside
any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.

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Welcome to the Creative World of the GTC Sound Innovations REVPAD
Protecting From the Elements
■The REVPAD is designed for indoor use. Do not operate the system outdoors without proper protection against mist or rain.
■Do not expose the REVPAD to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects lled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on
the apparatus.
■Unplug the unit during lightning storms and when not intended for use for long periods of time.
Protecting the Power System
■Use only the power adapter supplied with the system.
■Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched.
■The DC power jack is used to disconnect the REVPAD. Please keep this plug accessible.
■Charge the REVPAD Touchpad frequently; this will increase the lifetime of the battery.
■In long storage periods it is recommended to remove the battery from the REVPAD Touchpad.
■Limit exposure to extremely high noise levels.
■Charge the REVPAD Touchpad with the USB cable supplied with the system. Do not charge the battery using an external charger
at any time.
Note: After connecting the USB wait for a message to appear in the base unit display area before continuing. If this is the rst time you
are using the Touchpad the message will say PAD WAS SUCCESFLLY ASSIGNED. Otherwise the message will say PAD CONNECTED.

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General Battery Safety Instructions
Warning! DO NOT INGEST BATTERY. CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD.
This product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in
just two hours and can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment does not close
securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children. If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside
any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.
■Before using the battery, be sure to read the instructions and observe the precautions printed on its packaging.
■Improper handling a Li-Ion rechargeable battery might cause leakage, heat, smoke, explosion, or re. This could cause
deterioration of performance or failure.
■See “Battery Replacement Instructions” on page 6 before installing or removing the battery from the REVPAD Touchpad.
■All of the following are dangerous.
■Do not leave, charge, or use the battery in a car or similar place where inside temperature might be over 60º C / 140° F.
■Do not leave the battery near a re or a heat source. Do not throw the battery into a re. Do not immerse, throw into, or wet
the battery in water or seawater.
■Do not short circuit positive (+) and negative (-) terminals with a metallic object intentionally.
■Do not pierce the battery with a sharp object such as a needle or screwdriver.
■Do not heat a partial area of the battery with heated objects or solder directly to the battery.
■Do not hit with heavy objects such as a hammer and do not throw or drop the battery on a hard oor.
■Do not disassemble the battery or modify the battery design, including the electric circuit.
■Do not put the battery into a microwave oven, dryer, or high-pressure container.