Rocktron ZOMBIE User manual

Copyright © 2004 GHS Corporation
All Rights Reserved.
Your Zombie™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 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.
DO NOTATTEMPTTO SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT. QUALIFIED PERSON-
NELSHOULD SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT ONLY. DO NOT MAKEANY
INTERNALADJUSTMENTS OR ADDITIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENTATANY
TIME OR TAMPER WITH 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
Zombie.
You will swear your sound gets right up and walks out
of your cabinet! With an absolutely monstrously heavy
sound, the Zombie creates a rectified asymmetric
distortion with user control of the symmetry balance of
the distortion output waveform. In essence, this creates
the psycho-acoustic 3D sound positioning effect that
will make your sound jump out of its cabinet. The
Zombie gives you distortion that cuts through the mix
and two bands of EQ are also provided. Gain control is
noted as SCREAM and the output control is marked
LOUDER. Symmetry control is called STARE. Go
ahead, rip their hearts out.
Enjoy

Connection 1

Connection 2 -

Descriptions

LOUDER Control - This control adjusts the overall output of the pedal.
Turning this control clockwise will increase the output level of the pedal.
Turning this control counter-clockwise will decrease the output level of the
pedal..
BASS Control - This control adjusts the overall bass frequencies. Turning the
knob clockwise will increase the amount of bass. Turning the knob counter-
clockwise will decrease the amount of bass.
TREBLE Control - This control adjusts the overall treble frequencies. Turning
the knob clockwise will increase the amount of treble. Turning the knob
counter-clockwise will decrease the amount of treble.
ON LED - this LED will light when the Zombie is active - press the
Footswitch (see point 10) to activate the Zombie.
STARE Control - This control adjusts the symmetry of the distortion. Turning
the control clockwise increases the symmetry offset of the distortion
waveform. Turning the control counter-clockwise decreases the symmetry
offset of the distortion waveform.
SCREAM Control - This control is adjusts the rectified distortion . Turning
the knob clockwise will increase the amount of distortion. Turning the knob
counter-clockwise will decrease the amount of distortion.
DC 9V Input - To use external power (not provided) use only a 9-Volt DC
adapter
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2
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4
5
6
7
Descriptions

Input - Using a standard guitar cable with a 1/4” jack, plug your guitar into
this jack.
Output - Using a standard guitar cable with a 1/4” jack, plug into your
amplifier.
FOOTSWITCH - to turn on or “activate” the Zombie press this switch.
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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10
11
Descriptions

Specifications
Maximum Input
Input Impedance
Current Consumption
Power Requirements
+8dBu
1M
15mA
DC9V>100mA Built In regulator
* CE Approved *
Hints and Tips:
Below are some setup suggestions that will help make your ZOMBIE
come alive for you....
ZOMBIEAPPLICATIONS:
The ZOMBIE is recommended to be used with an ALL TUBE guitar amplifier to
deliver rectified distortion. It can take a plain sounding TUBE amp and produce
rectified distortion that rivals the sound of the most expensive amplifiers in this
class. To do this simply follow the directions below and you will soon realize the
potential of the ZOMBIE to transform bring your amp back to life.
1. Before using the ZOMBIE adjust your amplifier for the best CLEAN sound you
can get with your guitar. This will be the Clean sound you will return to after
using the ZOMBIE.
2. Set the ZOMBIE controls to start with.... You can experiment later.....
LOUDER = 10:00 O’clock
BASS = MAX
TREBLE = 12:00 O’clock
STARE = FULL COUNTER CLOCKWISE
SCREAM = 12:00 O’clock

3. Turn the ZOMBIE on and adjust your BASS and TREBLE to get you close to
the desired sound.
4. Now slowly turn the STARE control and notice the change.
5. You may want to adjust the BASS and TREBLE to compensate for this change.
NOTE: STARE CONTROL: The STARE Control has a very pronounced and
noticeable effect on the perception of the distortion.A little goes a long way. This
control actually changes the symmetry of the wave form..... A guitar produces sine
waves. A SINE WAVE is like a circle that has been cut in half with one half going
up and the other half going down. The half going up is know as the positive
excursion and the half going down is called the negative excursion. The STARE
Control allows the negative portion of the wave form to become larger than the
positive portion. This creates more harmonics to be produced as it drives
the tube. If you turn the STARE Control full counter clockwise the distortion will
be symmetrical. Both positive and negative portions are equal size. As you turn
the STARE control clockwise the negative portion will begin to increase in
size, this causes the negative portion to begin distorting before positive portion
thus creating asymmetrical distortion.... This is what gives the auditory impression
of a more in your face sound emanating from your cabinet.
Please experiment and have fun raising the dead with the ZOMBIE......

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2004-0001
Rev. 03/11/04
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