Mooer BLACK TRUCK User manual

Combined Effects Pedal

CONTENTS
Introdution
Main Features
Pedal Layout
Operation Modes
Live Mode
Preset Mode
Effect Modules
Tap Tempo
Using The FX LOOP
Connections
Technical Parameters
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Precautions

Power Supply
Use the correct AC outlet to connect the power adapter.
Use a power supply with a 9V DC 1A (1000mA) output otherwise it will
cause equipment damage, fire or other problems.
When unused or thunderstorms please unplug the power supply.
Electrical interference
When using the unit, the radio and the TV may cause interference.
Use the unit away from the radio and the TV.
Strongly vibrating or shakin
Place the place
Direct sunlight
Magnetic field
Dusty or unclean place
To prevent deformation, discoloration, and other serious damage, avoid the following:
Near heat source
High temperature and humidity
Humidity is large
Precautions
Connections
Before connecting the device or disconnecting it, be sure to turn off the power
and other equipment, which will help to avoid malfunction and damage to other
equipment. Also, make sure that all cables and power cords are disconnected
before moving the unit.
Clean
Please use a dry, soft cloth to clean the unit. If necessary, wipe with
a slightly moist cloth. Do not use rough clean powder, alcohol, paint
thinner, wax, solvent, detergent and chemical agents such as
impregnated wipes.
Operating
Do not use brutal forces to use switches and control elements.
Do not allow paper, metal, and other objects to fall into the machine.
Be careful not to fall, do not subject it to shock and excessive pressure.
FCC certification
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
that may cause undesired operation.
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BLACK TRUCK combines 6 individual effects pedals, a high-precision tuner, an
effects loop and a loop switcher. Bringing them all together into a single portable unit
that’s built for the road.
Although incredibly versatile and useful as a tool for all styles of music, BLACK
TRUCK has been designed primarily for hard rock and heavy metal musicians. With
this in-mind, a carefully selected array of popular analog pedals from the MOOER
MICRO SERIES make up the COMPRESSOR, OVERDIVE and EQ modules.
A brand new “amp like” analog HI-GAIN distortion has been developed specifically
for this product which, in itself, covers a huge spectrum of tonal possibilities and a
wide range of gain.
These analog modules are complemented well by a multi-modulation pedal and a
digital ambience engine, simply named SPACE. Which consists of a high quality
digital delay and a stereo reverb. Both of these digital modules are fully controllable
by the dedicated tap tempo control footswitch.
When used in conjunction with the integrated loop switcher, BLACK TRUCK can very
easily be programmed to provide one step presets.
Following a lot of feedback from the RED TRUCK an independent volume control
has been added to the cab simulated output so it can be used simultaneously with
the main outputs.
Main Features
6 effects pedals built into 1 simple unit. Compressor, Overdrive, Distortion, EQ,
modulation, Delay/Reverb
Full featured controls for each effect
Built in precision guitar tuner
Tap tempo synchronization
Integrated effects loop for connecting external pedals or 4 cable method
connection with an amplifier
Stereo outputs
Dedicated direct output with speaker simulation and an independent volume
control for connection to a mixing desk, computer or headphones
Includes a carry case for easy transportation
Introdution

Pedal Layout
DISPLAY SCREEN
TAP Footswitch
Footswitch 1 - 5
TAP- Press several times for tap tempo. Hold for Tuner
Footswitch 1- SPACE (Delay/Reverb) on/off in LIVE mode.
Preset 1 in PRESET mode
Footswitch 2- MOD on/off in LIVE mode.
Preset 2 in PRESET mode
Footswitch 3- EQ on/off in LIVE mode.
Preset 3 in PRESET mode
Footswitch 4- HI GAIN (Distortion) on/off in LIVE mode.
Preset 4 in PRESET mode
Footswitch 5- OD on/off in LIVE mode.
Preset 5 in PRESET mode
DISPLAY SCREEN- Displays the current operation mode of BLACK TRUCK.
Displays the tuner when activated
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Operation Modes
Live Mode
Preset Mode
Note: Effect parameters can not be stored to the presets. Only the on/off state of each effect module will be stored.
BLACK TRUCK has two different operation modes. LIVE MODE and PRESET MODE
To change operation mode, simultaneously press and release TAP + Footswitch 1
In this mode BLACK TRUCK operates like a traditional pedalboard. Each footswitch
will toggle it’s respective effects module on and off.
The DISPLAY SCREEN will display <L> when in Live Mode
In this mode BLACK TRUCK operates like a pedalboard loop switcher. Each footswitch
will recall a preset combination of which effect modules are on/off.
The DISPLAY SCREEN will display <P> when in Preset Mode.
1. Ensure BLACK TRUCK is in LIVE MODE
To create a preset:
3. Press and hold the corresponding footswitch where you wish to save the
preset for use in Preset mode
4. The Footswitch LED will flash 3 times to confirm that the preset has been
saved to this footswitch
5. After you have saved your presets, put the BLACK TRUCK into PRESET MODE
and press any footswitch from 1-5 to recall it’s preset.
2. Activate the effect modules you want to use in your preset
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Effect Modules
BLACK TRUCK has 6 stompbox style effect modules and a built in precision tuner.
1. COMP: Based on one of MOOER’s most popular and useful micro pedals. The
Yellow Comp is an all analogue compressor that can provide all means of
compression from subtle and transparent to squashed and bloomy.
ON/OFF: Switches the COMP effect on/ off
VOL : Adjusts the over-all volume output after the compression. This is very
useful to compensate for perceived volume drop or even to use the compressor
as a boost.
EQ: Adjusts the overall tone of the compressor. Clockwise is brighter, Counter
clockwise is darker
COMP: Simultaneously adjusts the compression ratio, threshold and release.
2. OD: A modified GREEN MILE circuit, the DRIVE module of Redtruck is a warm
and natural analog overdrive circuit with a distinct hump in the mids.
At higher gain settings it can emulate a vintage amplifier being pushed into
breakup. At lower gain settings it is perfect for pushing the HI-GAIN module for
solos or as a warm boost for the guitar.
VOL: Adjusts the output level
GAIN: Adjusts the amount of overdrive
TONE: Adjusts the EQ. Clockwise is brighter, Counter clockwise is darker
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4. EQ: An analog Equalizer based on the MOOER GRAPHIC G.
The EQ has 5 adjustable frequencies ranging from 100Hz – 4Khz that can be
boosted or attenuated +/- 18dB. When the frequency slider is set to O then no
boost or attenuation of that particular frequency will occur.
Up = Boost / Down = Attenuation.
5. MOD: A digital multi-modulation unit which brings together tremolo, phaser and flanger.
LEVEL: Boosts/attenuates the output signal +/- 18dB
POST: Positions the EQ module after the HI-GAIN module in the signal chain.
PRE: Positions the EQ module before the HI-GAIN module in the signal chain.
6. SPACE: A high quality digital delay and stereo reverb module.
COLOUR: Phaser intensity / Tremolo waveform / Flanger intensity
RATE: Adjusts the modulation effects speed
RANGE: Phaser Depth / Tremolo mix / Flanger waveform delay
Toggle switch: Selects the modulation effect type
Rhythm Knob: Adjusts the sub-division of the modulation effect in relation to
the tap tempo.(X = random pattern)
MIX: Adjusts the wet/dry mix of the reverb
DECAY: Adjusts the length of the reverb decay time
LEVEL: Adjusts the volume of the delay repeats
FEEDBACK: Adjusts the number of delay repeats
TIME: Adjusts the time between delay repeats
TOGGLE SWITCH: Selects between DLY (Delay only), REV (Reverb only) and
DLY+REV (Delay and Reverb)
TUNER: BLACK TRUCK has an accurate built-in guitar tuner. Press and hold the
TAP foot switch to mute your output and activate the tuner. Press the TAP foot
switch once to exit the tuner and un-mute your output.
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3. HI-GAIN: Designed exclusively for the BLACK TRUCK, this analog distortion
circuit delivers hi-gain amp like distortion which is perfect for all of your hard rock
and metal needs.
VOL: Adjusts the overall output level
TONE: Adjusts the mid and treble frequencies. Clockwise is brighter and has
more bite. Counter clockwise is warmer and has more mids.
TWEAK: Adjusts the low frequencies. Clockwise has tighter and more focused
bass response, Counter-clockwise has fatter warmer bass.
GATE: Noise gate on/off for reducing unwanted noise at higher gain settings
MID: Boosts/scoops the middle frequencies
GAIN: Adjusts the amount of distortion

Tap Tempo
INPUT COMP OD HI-GAIN
SEND
FXLOOP
RETURN
MOD SPACE OUTPUT
TAP: Press and release this foot switch several times to create a Tap Tempo.
Tap tempo can control both the delay time and modulation rate simultaneously or
either of these two effect modules independently. The light surrounding the TAP
foot switch will illuminate a different colour to indicate what it is controlling. You
can change the tap tempo function by pressing a combination of two foot switches
simultaneously. See below.
DLY + MOD = PURPLE (press foot switches 3 + 4)
DLY only = RED (press foot switches 1 + 2)
MOD only = BLUE (press foot switches 2 + 3)
By default the tap tempo will control both the delay time and the modulation rate
simultaneously. The TAP foot switch light will illuminate purple to indicate this.
BLACKTRUCK comes equipped with a serial effects loop. This sits between the EQ
and MOD modules in the internal signal chain.
The FX LOOP can be used in many different ways…
EQ
SEND: Can also be considered as EQ/HI-GAIN output
RETURN: Can also be considered as MOD input
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Using The FX LOOP

-Add your favourite pedal or preamp to the chain -
- 4 cable method -
This is an easy way to add an extra pedal into the BLACK TRUCK signal chain,
in-between your EQ and MOD.
Connect SEND to the input of your favourite pedal. Connect the output of the pedal
to the RETURN of BLACK TRUCK.
We like to use this with our Micro Preamp pedals for the ultimate in portable rigs.
If your amplifier has it’s own effects loop you can connect BLACKTRUCK using the
“4 cable method” which will put the drive modules in front of your amplifiers input and
the MOD and SPACE modules into your amplifiers effects loop.
Connect your guitar to the input of BLACKTRUCK
Connect BLACKTRUCK SEND to your amplifiers input
Connect your amplifiers “effects send” to BLACKTRUCK RETURN
Connect the OUTPUT of BLACKTRUCK to the “effects return” of your amplifier
Input
PA
Send
Return
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AMP
AUDIO INTERFACE
Input
Output

- WET DRY SETUP -
This is an easy way to setup BLACK TRUCK with 2 amplifiers. One amplifier with just
the drive signal. The other amplifier with drive signal, modulation, delay and reverb
effects. This is a very popular setup method used by professional guitarists to
maintain astonishingly clear and articulate tones while still having beautiful
atmospheric effects for live shows. To accomplish this setup you will also require
an ABY box. We recommend the MOOER ABY mkII
If you have a 3rd amplifier you can use both stereo outputs of BLACKTRUCK to make
a WET / DRY / WET setup taking full advantage of true stereo reverb, whilst
maintaining an awesome clear guitar tone.
Connect your guitar to the input of BLACKTRUCK
Connect SEND of the BLACKTRUCK to the input of your ABY box
Connect one output of the ABY box to the input of amplifier 1
Connect the other output of the ABY box to the RETURN of BLACKTRUCK
Connect the OUTPUT of BLACKTRUCK to the input of amplifier 2
Guitar
OUTPUT
A
ABY MK
AMP
Dry AMP
Wet L AMP Wet R
OUTPUT
B
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1. INPUT
Connect your instrument to this input using a standard 1/4” jack cable
2. FX LOOP
Refer to the ‘USING THE FX LOOP’ section of this manual for more details
3. OUTPUT
Connect to these outputs using standard 1/4”Jack cables
Connect to L only for mono output
Connect to L and R for true stereo output
4. PHONES
Connect to this output using a mono or stereo 1/4”jack cable
This provides an output with integrated speaker cabinet simulation for connecting
headphones or Direct to your PA system or recording console. The phones output
on BLACKTRUCK has an independent level control
5. DC IN Connect to a power supply with the following output specs:
9V DC 1A
AMP
Wet L AMP Wet R
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Connections
Input
Output

Technical Parameters
Input: 1/4" audio jack cable (impedance 2MΩ)
Output: 1/4" audio jack cable x2 (impedance 100Ω)
Headphones: 1/8" stereo jack x1 (50Ω)
Power supply: 9V DC 1A (1000mA)
Size: 370 mm (D) X 96 mm (W) X 51 mm (H)
Weight: 1.23Kg
Attachment: Owner’s Manual,Carry Case
*Disclaimer: Parameter update is subject to change without notice.
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