Rocktron Cyborg User manual

Copyright © 2006 GHS Corporation
All Rights Reserved.
Your Cyborg™Digital Reverb pedal has been designed to comply with the
following Standards and Directives as set forth by the European Union:
Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility
Standard(s): EN55013, EN50082-1
This means that this product has been designed to meet stringent guide-
lines on how much RF energy it can emit, and that it should be immune from
other sources of interference when properly used. Improper use of this
equipment could result in increased RF emissions, which may or may not
interfere with other electronic products.
To insure against this possibility, always use good shielded cables for all
audio input and output connections. This will help insure compliance with
the Directive(s).
For more information about other Rocktron products, please see your local
dealer or one of our importers closest to you (listed on the Rocktron website
- www.rocktron.com).
Precautions
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Keep these instructions
Heed all warnings
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean with dry cloth

Do not block any ventilation openings (if applicable). Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
This product is supplied with and runs on a 9VDC adapter.
Only used attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Do not use this product with any case, stand tripod, bracket or table that is not
specified by the manufacturer. Insure that the case, stand, tripod, bracket etc. is
properly adjusted and setup (follow all instructions). Extra care and caution should
be taken to avoid tip over and injury.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused during long periods
of time.
Refer all service to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus or if the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been
dropped.
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NELSHOULD SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT ONLY. DO NOT MAKEANY
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TIME OR TAMPER WITH INTERNAL ELECTRONIC COMPONENTSATANY
TIME. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY VOID THE
WARRANTY OF THIS EQUIPMENT AS WELLAS CAUSING A SHOCK
HAZARD.
OPERATINGTEMPERATURE
Do not expose this unit to excessive heat. This unit is designed to operate between
32 F and 104 F (0 C and 40 C). This unit may not function properly under extreme
temperatures.
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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Rocktron
Cyborg Digital Reverb.
The Cyborg Digital Reverb is one of a series of “Digital
Destiny” stomp boxes that break new ground in the
world of floor effects excellence. Simple to use, while
offering instant access effects, or satisfying those who
crave more complex control and the ability to create a
plethora of additional presets, the Cyborgs are low
noise, easy operation effects!
Rocktron has designed the Cyborg series around a
state-of-the-art Motorola® DSP engine. We’ve included
our HUSH® noise reduction technology, and provided
you with full bandwidth performance. We’ve cut no
corners in the design of these digital stomp boxes.
Cyborgs are fully MIDI programmable and controllable
and Cyborgs can be chained together and controlled by
a single Rocktron MIDI controller.
Look for other Cyborg Digital Destiny pedals at your
Rocktron retailer.

Connection 1 - Standard Connection

Connection 2 - Effects Loop

Connection 3 - with a Noisy Distortion Pedal

Preset Select Knob - this knob allows you to select the “preset” you desire.
Eight presets are available with this control. As the knob is turned the LED
under the selected preset will light.
LED Display - see following page for detailed descriptions of display.
Reverb TYPE Knob - this knob allows you to select one of the 8 available
reverbs, Plate A, Plate B, Room A, Room B HallA, Hall B, Stadium, and
Dual. As you turn the knob you will note that the LEDs in the LED display
will light as you scroll through the different reverbs available as shown in the
Reverb Type line in the LED display (for more information the LED display,
see the following page).
Decay Knob - this knob allows you to adjust the decay of the reverb tail. As
you turn the knob you will note that the LEDs in the LED display will light in
order from left to right as you increase the amount of decay. As you decrease
the amount of decay the LEDs will turn off from right to left.
Level Knob - this knob determines the “volume” of the reverb relative to the
dry signal. As you increase the reverb volume the LEDs in the LED display
will light in order from left to right and stay lit. As you decrease the volume of
the delay the LEDs will turn off from right to left.
DC OnTap Power input. Use the supplied Rocktron DC OnTap 9V adapter
to power your Cyborg pedal. Plug into a standard wall outlet and follow all
safety precautions.
Input Jack - plug your guitar into this jack. See preceeding pages for
standard connections.
HUSH Switch - The Cyborg Digital Reverb pedal includes Rocktron
Patented Digital HUSH noise reduction. Select “ON” if the reverb pedal is
placed after a noisy distortion pedal. Select “OFF” when using clean tones.
For more on the HUSH and how it works, see the HUSH Section of this
manual.
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Preset Select/Store Switch and Store LED - this switch allows you
scroll through the presets by using the footswitch. Press and depress the
Preset Select Footswitch to change the preset. Note that the presets will
change in order from 1 to 8. After preset 8, the preset will go back to
preset 1.
STORE function - Use this function to STORE (or save) changes you
have made to a preset. To operate the STORE function, press and hold
the PRESET SELECT switch down for 2 seconds. This will save the
changes to your preset. The STORE LED will “hold on” and then return
to flashing to confirm the storing process has been completed.
On/Off Footswitch and LED - this footswitch is used to turn “ON” or
“OFF” the Cyborg Reverb. When the LED is lit , the reverb is “ON”
Output Jack - Using a standard guitar cable with a 1/4” jack, plug into
your amplifier or the next effect pedal in your signal chain.
MIDI Jack - Using the Rocktron MIDI Breakout Cable (sold separately)
you can connect the Cyborg Pedal to a Rocktron MIDI Footcontroller
such as the Rocktron MIDI XChange, MIDI Mate or All Access. This
feature allows you to access all 64 presets and even connect other Cyborg
pedals to be controlled by the MIDI footcontroller.
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