Rocktron VII Deadly Sins User manual

VII Deadly Sins
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 VII Deadly Sins™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
If you have never experienced the wonders of an Auto
Wah pedal, jump on board now with Rocktron’s VII
Deadly Sins! Seven deadly sins will be washed away
with this intriguing effect that will offer up bliss lled
wah sounds with incredibly easy control.
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!
Control knobs for the VII Deadly Sins Auto Wah
include MODE which controls the A.D.S.R. (Attack,
Decay, Sustain, Release) response curve applied to the
wah lter. Q SHAPE determines how wide you set
the wah lter sweep. DEADLY SIN provides Trigger
Threshold Detection for wah actuation.
With the VII Deadly Sins, you shape the wah
you desire, you set the wah sweep you want, you
determine the attack, decay, sustain and release
responses you need. One click of the footswitch
sends you to wah heaven with an auto wah that uses

Introduction
a minimum of real estate on your pedalboard, yet
provides years of solid performance in a rugged
chassis.
The VII Deadly Sins is sure to inspire your next
composition and your stage performances. Wah
effects are at the heart of so many great songs and
solos, and Rocktron’s stomp box will be no exception.
The footswitch on the VII Deadly Sins Auto Wah
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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MODE Control - This control allows you to
select DOWN, MIDDLE or UP of the response
curve applied to the wah lter.
Q-SHAPE Control -The control determines the
width of the wah lter boost.
9VDC Input - This input jack provides 9VDC
power to the pedal from the Rocktron DC
OnTap 9V power supply (sold seperately).
DEADLY SIN Control - This control
determines the threshold point at which the
wah will activate.
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.
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.
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INPUT Jack - Using a standard 1/4” guitar
cable, plug your guitar into this jack.
OUTPUT Jack - Using a standard 1/4” guitar
cable you can plug in another pedal from this
jack or plug directly into your amplier.
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Typical Connection

Specications
Maximum Input
Maximum Output
Imput Impedance
Output Impedance
Current Consumption
Power Requirements
Dimensions
Weight
3dBu
8dBu
1MΩ
10k
15mA
9V Alkaline Battery or
Rocktron DC OnTap
Univeral Power Supply
(sold seperately). Nega-
tive tip.
95mm x 122mm x 56mm
3.75” x 4.75” x 2.25”
410g
14.46 oz

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 Rock-
tron 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.

Rocktron - A Division of GHS Corporation
2813 Wilber Ave
Battle Creek MI 49037
USA
www.rocktron.com
[email protected]
tel: [phone]
rev. 7-27-09
2009.1