Rocktron HEART ATTACK User manual

Copyright © 2004 GHS Corporation
All Rights Reserved.
Your Heart Attack™pedal has been tested and complies 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
Read all instructions contained in this manual.
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 not equipped with a plug or cable. This pedal runs on a 9 Volt
Battery, if a 9Volt DC adapter is the used please follow adapter manufacturer’s
operation instructions.
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 lightening 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.
DO NOTATTEMPTTO SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT. QUALIFIED PERSON-
NELSHOULD SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT ONLY. DO NOT MAKE ANY
INTERNALADJUSTMENTS OR ADDITIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENTATANY
TIME OR TAMPERWITH INTERNAL ELECTRONIC COMPONENTSATANY
TIME. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAYVOID 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.
Precautions Continued....

Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Rocktron
Heart Attack.
The Heart Attack Dynamic Filter pedal produces a harmonic
phase shifting effect that sweeps the frequency spectrum from
high to low. It is ideally suited for bass and can also be used by
guitarists.
The dynamic filter effect is triggered by pick attack. The harder
you pick the string, the louder the effect. The Sensitivity control
allows for frequency adjustment of the effect. Lower settings
provide for a lush, smooth feel - ideal for locking in with a
drummer and providing a solid low-end. Higher settings provide
a more expressive effect that is ideally suited for lead breaks.
Play around with it - you will find that there are tons of possibili-
ties as the effects volume and sound is mainly produced by your
pick attack!
We have also included “distortion” to give you a little more “grit”
when playing.
The easy access battery compartment will make changing batteries
during a gig a breeze. We have also equipped it with a super
bright blue LED so you will know when the pedal is on...it is also
just plain cool!
Enjoy

Connection

Controls

Sensitivity Control - Adjusts the sensitivity of the effect. Turning this control
clockwise increases the sensitivity of the effect. Turning it counterclockwise
decreases the sensitivity of the effect.
Active LED - When lit the pedal is “active” or “on”
Distortion Button - When the button is pressed “in” the distortion is on.
When the button is “Out” the distortion is off.
DC 9V Input - To use external power (not provided) use only a 9-Volt DC
adapter
Input - Using a standard guitar cable with a 1/4” jack, plug your guitar into
this jack.
Output Jack - Using a standard guitar cable with a 1/4” jack, connect to your
next effect or directly into your amplifier.
On/Off Switch - This switch determines whether the pedal is “on” or “off” -
When ON the blue LED will be lit. When OFF the LED will not be lit.
9-Volt Battery Compartment - to access pull on small tab labeled “OPEN”.
Replace with a new 9-Volt battery. Always remember to unplug your guitar
cords from the pedal to conserve battery life. Some battery drain may take
place when unit is plugged in (even if the unit is bypassed).
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Controls

Specifications
Maximum Input
Input Impedance
Current Consumption
Power Requirements
+4dBu
220K
5mA
DC9V>100mA built-in regulator
* CE Approved *
Hints and Tips:
The Heart Attack pedal usually sounds better when placed after
distortion in the signal chain. However, the Heart Attack can be
used either before or after a distortion.
If using multiple pedals such as delays and other modulation
effects, try the HeartAttack in different parts of the signal chain
until you find the sound you like best.
If you have an effects loop in your amplifier - try putting the Heart
Attack in the effects loop for a different sound (please follow all
instructions in your amplifier manual when connecting to your
effects loop).

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Rocktron - A Division of GHS Corporation
2813 Wilber Ave
Battle Creek MI 49015
USA
Rocktron Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
www.rocktron.com
2004-0001
Rev. 04/21/04
The Rocktron and Heart Attack names and logos, this pedal’s shape, design and
graphics and this manual’s layout, descriptions and designs are TM, C and R -
GHS Corporation, Battle Creek, MI 49015 - - All Rights Reserved