Harley Benton MP-100 User manual

MP-100
MIDI Foot Switch
User Manual

©2017
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
Internet: www.thomann.de
06.03.2023, ID: 432459 (V4)

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1 General information.......................................................................................................................... 5
1.1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................ 6
1.1.2 Notational conventions................................................................................................................ 6
1.1.3 Symbols and signal words........................................................................................................... 7
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 9
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 11
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 12
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 13
6 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 17
7 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 24
8 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 26
9 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 28
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1 General information
1.1 General information
This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device. Read and
follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure
that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to another user, be sure
that they also receive this manual.
Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐
fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the
user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de.
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1.1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and details on the
following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to nd the topics of
interest for you quickly.
Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.
Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.
Service If you have any problems with the device the customer service will
gladly assist you.
1.1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
Letterings
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Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.
Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’ .
The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is
indented and highlighted by an arrow.
Example:
1. Switch on the device.
2. Press [Auto].
ðAutomatic operation is started.
3. Switch o the device.
1.1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.
Displays
Instructions
General information
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Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an
immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is used to control guitar ampliers or eect devices via footswitches and MIDI. Use
the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating
conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage.
No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sucient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
Safety
DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not within reach of babies and young children. Choking
hazard! Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from the unit. They could swallow the pieces and
choke! Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
NOTICE!
Operating conditions
This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid
direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations. Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specied in the chapter
‘Technical specications’ of this user manual. Avoid heavy temperature uctuations and do not switch the device on immediately
after it was exposed to temperature uctuations (for example after transport at low outside temperatures). Dust and dirt inside can
damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by
qualied service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other malfunction.
Intended use
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NOTICE!
External power supply
The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting the external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC
outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker. Failure to do
so could result in damage to the device and possibly the user. Unplug the external power supply before electrical storms occur and
when the device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or re.
NOTICE!
Risk of re due to incorrect polarity
Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the batteries. Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting bat‐
teries.
NOTICE!
Possible damage by leaking batteries
Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device. Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a
longer period.
NOTICE!
Possible staining
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your surface and after some time
cause permanent dark stains. In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the surface and use a suitable underlay if neces‐
sary, i.e. felt pads or similar.
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3 Features
nUSB/MIDI footswitch for controlling guitar amps or eect devices via mobile end devices
and apps (iOS, Mac OS and Android systems)
nUSB MIDI control and standard MIDI control
n10 programmable footswitches
n2 inputs for eect pedals with display to control the eect parameters (eect pedals not
included)
n1 USB port
n1 MIDI output
nPre-programmed congurations for common software or devices, e.g. Bias FX, JamUp,
Kemper or Axe FX
nPower supply via USB or 2 × AAA batteries or AAA batteries (not included)
nBuilt-in battery charging function
nMIDI cable and USB cable (type B) included in delivery
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4 Installation and starting up
Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the
equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during
transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable
for transport or storage, respectively.
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5 Connections and controls
1
A
2
B
3
C
4/E
D
/CHG
/SET
USB MIDI OUT OPTIONAL EXP1 EXP2
<kHz>
192
CH:
CC#
1
19
64 5A
# $
& %
1 Display
2[A]…[D] | Footswitch for sending program change and control change MIDI commands
Front panel
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3[/CHG] | Increases the displayed value by one and selects menu items.
4[/SET] | Decreases the displayed value by one and selects menu items.
5[1]…[4/E] | Footswitch for sending program change and control change MIDI commands
' ( )* +
6[EXP2], [EXP2] | Input for connecting an eect pedal, designed as a 6.35 mm jack plug
7[EXP1] | Input for connecting an eect pedal, designed as a 6.35 mm jack plug
8[MIDI OUT] | MIDI output for connecting external devices, designed as DIN connector (5-pin)
9[USB] | USB interface for power supply and connection of mobile end devices or PC
10 | Main switch. Turns the device on and o.
Rear panel
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<kHz>
192
CH:
CC#
1
19
64 5A
, -
2
1
0
/
.
11 Conguration
12 Dynamic display for [EXP1] (empty if no eect pedal is connected to EXP1)
Dynamic display for [EXP2] (empty if no eect pedal is connected to EXP2)
13 Current number of the program change MIDI command
14 Sub-parameter of the sent control change MIDI command (updated only if changed and held for 0.5 s)
15 Sent control change MIDI command (updated only when changed and held for 0.5 s)
Display
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16 MIDI channel used
17 Sampling rate
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6 Operating
The device can be powered by batteries or rechargeable batteries if the device is not con‐
nected to the power supply via a USB cable.
Insert 2 x AAA batteries into the battery compartment on the bottom of the device. You can
use conventional AAA batteries or rechargeable AAA NiMH batteries.
You can charge rechargeable AAA NiMH batteries directly in the device. Activate the built-in
charging function only if you have inserted rechargeable batteries.
1. Insert two AAA NiMH batteries.
2. Connect the device to the power supply with the USB cable.
3. Press [ /CHG], hold down the button, and turn the device o and on again at the main
switch.
ðThe charge mode for rechargeable batteries is activated. Charging stops automati‐
cally when the battery is fully charged (average charging time approx. 3 hours).
1. Connect the device to your mobile end device or PC using the supplied USB cable.
ðThe device is detected automatically.
Inserting a battery
Charging the battery
Turning the unit on
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2. Turn the device on using the main switch.
ðThe LEDs under the foot switches light up briey. The display shows the current
status of the device.
You can switch between 6 preset and 2 individually programmable congurations.
1. Depending on the desired conguration, press [1]…[4] or [A]…[D] and keep the button
pressed.
2. Switch the device o and on again at the main switch.
ðThe selected conguration is activated. The display will show the selected congura‐
tion.
Foot switch Conguration Function
1 JAMP Control of eects of the iOS software JamUp
2 BIFX Control of eects of the Biax FX software
3 KMPA Control of eects of the Kemper proling amp
4 AXEF Control of AXE FX eects
A ATOM Control of the ATOMIC amplier eects
B PC-8x [1]…[4] and [A]…[D] for sending program change MIDI commands. 8 patches are a
group. 8 dierent patches can be switched.
Select conguration
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Foot switch Conguration Function
C CUS-1 Individually programmable conguration
D CUS-2 Individually programmable conguration
You can program and save two individual congurations.
1. Press [/SET] and hold down the button.
2. Switch the device o and on again at the main switch.
ðThe setup for individual congurations is activated. The display shows the sub‐
menus ‘MIDI.CH’ , ‘CUS1’ and ‘CUS2’ .
3. Press [2] r [3] to switch between the submenus.
In the ‘MIDI.CH’ submenu, MIDI channels can be assigned to the preset congurations.
1. Use [/CHG] or [/SET] to select the desired conguration.
2. Press [B] or [C] to select the desired MIDI channel for the conguration.
ðThe selected settings remain stored even after the device is turned o.
In the submenus ‘CUS1’ and ‘CUS2’ , parameters for individually set congurations can be set.
Programming the conguration
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1. Use [/CHG] or [/SET] to select the desired parameters.
2. Press [B] or [C] to select the desired option for the parameter.
ðThe selected settings remain stored even after the device is turned o.
Parameter Option Function
ABC/123 ABC/123 Display of patch numbers 1A, 1B, 1C or 1, 2, 3
Bank Move 4x, 5x, 8x, 10x Number of selected patches in a group
Bank Mode WAI, IMM WAI: Switches to the rst patch of the next group with a delay when the foot switch is
pressed.
IMM: Immediately switches to the rst patch of the next group when the foot switch is
pressed.
SCR Start 0, 1 0: Displays the patch table starting from 0
1: Displays the patch table starting from 1
PC Start 0, 1 Current program change value of the rst patch table
EXP1 CC# 1…127 Command number of the control change MIDI command for eect pedal 1
EXP2 CC# 1…127 Command number of the control change MIDI command for eect pedal 2
KEY 1 MOD PC#, CC# PC: Program change MIDI command
CC: Control change MIDI command
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