Rocktron TRU-BYPSASS Black Rose Octaver User manual

Black Rose Octaver
Instruction Manual
May be covered by one or more of the following: U.S. Patents #4538297, 4647876, 4696044, 4745309, 4881047,
4893099, 5124657, 5263091, 5268527, 5319713, 5333201, 5402498 and 5493617.
Other patents pending. Foreign patents pending.
This pedal is:

Your Black Rose Octaver™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 guidelines 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).
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
Copyright © 2009 GHS Corporation
All Rights Reserved.
Compliance

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 ap-
paratus (including ampliers) 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 specied by the manufacturer.
Do not use this product with any case, stand tripod, bracket or table that is not specied 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 qualied 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 NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT. QUALIFIED PERSONNEL
SHOULD SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT ONLY. DO NOT MAKE ANY INTERNAL
ADJUSTMENTS OR ADDITIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT AT ANY TIME OR TAMPER
WITH INTERNAL ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS AT ANY TIME. FAILURE TO FOL-
LOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY VOID THE WARRANTY OF THIS EQUIPMENT
AS WELL AS CAUSING A SHOCK HAZARD.
OPERATING TEMPERATURE
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

Introduction
BLACK ROSE OCTAVER
Nothing sounds quite like an Octaver, and Rocktron is pleased to submit the
Black Rose Octaver for your sonic pleasure!
Part of the Rocktron Boutique Series of stomp boxes this pedal design comes
in a rugged metal chassis with eye popping retro custom design laser etched
artwork. This is a TRUE BYPASS pedal: when you turn it off…it is out of
your signal path!
Controls include THORNS, MERGE and FRAGRANCE. Thorns deter-
mines the intensity and tracking (-12 Steps) of the Octave below Effect.
Merge controls the Mix between the original input and the Octave effect.
Fragrance controls the overall tonal color of the effect.
A special switch called ROOTS allows you to go from THICK (heavy
crunch) to THIN (smoother).
There are two outputs. The rst is called OUTPUT WET which contains
the mixed Octave effect. OUTPUT DRY provides the feed through of the
original Input source with no effect.
The Black Rose Octaver has an led indicator for the footswitch effect on/off.
The footswitch on the Black Rose Octaver controls On/Off status (indicated
by the LED). This stomp box runs on a 9V Alkaline battery. You may also
use the Rocktron DC OnTap Universal Power Adaptor.

Descriptions
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THORNS Control - This control determines the intensity and tracking
(-12 steps) of the Octave below the note played.
MERGE Control -The control determines the mix between the original
input and the Octave effect.
9VDC Input - This input jack provides 9VDC power to the pedal from
the Rocktron DC OnTap 9V power supply (sold seperately).
FRAGRANCE Control - This control determines the overall tonal
color of the effect.
ROOTS - THIN/THICK Switch - This switch allows you to select
THICK (heavy crunch) or THIN (smoother crunch) added to the effect.
INPUT Jack - Using a standard 1/4” guitar cable, plug your guitar into
this jack.
FOOTSWITCH - Use this switch to turn on or off the pedal. The On/
Off Led will show you if the pedal is on or off.
ON/OFF Led - This LED shows if the pedal is on or off. When the
LED is light the pedal is on. When the LED is not light the pedal is
off.
OUTPUT WET Jack - This jack provides the mixed Octave effect with
the original signal.
OUTPUT DRY Jack - This jack provides the original signal feed
through with no effect.
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Typical Connection

Specications
How to change the battery:
To change the battery, turn the pedal over and remove the 4 screws on the
bottom. Remove the back cover. Carefully remove the old battery and
replace it with a new 9V Alkaline battery. Replace battery in the same
area as the old battery was located. Place the back cover on the pedal and
re-insert the screws.
Save yourself tons of money in batteries by using the Rocktron DC OnTap
Universal Power Supply to power this pedal (sold seperately). The Rocktron
DC OnTap provides a constant ow of power to the pedal, unlike a battery
that will degrade over time. The Rocktron DC OnTap Univeral Power
Supply can also power up to 20 pedals and can be used with both 110V and
220V power sources.
Check, www.rocktron.com for more information on the DC OnTap and
where to purchase.
Maximum Input
Maximum Output
Imput Impedance
Output Impedance
Current Consumption
Power Requirements
Dimensions
Weight
2dBu
3.5Bu
1MΩ
1k
15mA
9V Alkaline Battery or
Rocktron DC OnTap
Univeral Power Supply
(sold seperately)
95mm x 122mm x 56mm
3.75” x 4.75” x 2.25”
410g
14.46 oz

Rocktron - A Division of GHS Corporation
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Battle Creek MI 49037
USA
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rev. 7-27-09
2009.1