SIM1 XG-900 User manual

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Dear Customer, thank you for purchasing XG-900 Modeling Guitar. When the “Easy
Mode” is ON, each editing related to Amp Model, Gain, Reverb, Overdrive, will be
spread to all the Guitar Models. This manual will show you how you can switch to
the “Full Editing Mode”, in this way each bank of the guitar will be totally
“independent”. The User will have the possibility to have different settings in terms
of Target Guitar Pickup, Volume, Overdrive, Reverb, Amp Model, IR, for each bank.
We are sure you will enjoy the variety of sounds and the playability of a handcraft,
truly innovative, instrument.
SIM1’s Team
A –On/Off button: When in OFF position XG-900 works as a standard Electric
Guitar. The Pickup Selector (I) works to select the Neck Pickup (Position 1 and 2),
Mid Position Pickup (Position 3), Bridge Pickup (Position 4 and 5). Then you can
adjust the Volume Knob (H) and the Tone Knob (F).
B –Battery Charger Outlet: Remove the plastic cap and connect the battery
charger to the guitar and to the electric socket. To check the battery level, turn the
guitar on (A), then tap the Black Rotary Selector (D). Battery Life: Up to 6,5 hours
C –Jack Output: Use a standard jack cable to connect the guitar to a power
speaker, to a guitar amp or to the mixer.
D –Black Rotary Selector: Rotate Clockwise, or Anticlockwise, to view the Guitar
Selections. Tap it to change guitar model in use. Tap and hold for 2 seconds to
enter the Menu Options. Navigate the Menu by rotating Clockwise and
Anticlockwise. Tap it each time you wish to Enter a new section or confirm a new
setting.

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The Guitar Model in use is visualized on the screen, along with the Bank Number,
the Target Guitar Pickup, and the Source Guitar Pickup in use.
1st Position of the Pickup Selector
2nd Position of the Pickup Selector
3rd Position of the Pickup Selector
4th Position of the Pickup Selector
5th Position of the Pickup Selector
FULL EDITING MODE
Switch your XG-900 on (A)and wait until the booting is finished. Tap and Hold the
Black Rotary Selector (D) for 2 seconds.
Tap on “Easy Mode” Section then rotate clockwise or anticlockwise the Black
Rotary Knob, until you get “Easy Mode Off”, then Tap to confirm.
Surf the Menu until you get the Section “6. Exit”, tap on it. Rotate until you get
“Save: Yes”, then tap on it to confirm.
From now on, each time that you enter the Menu, you will have access to the
following options:
1. Easy Mode: tap to set the XG-900 to be played with the Easy Mode
Configuration.

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2. Target Guit: tap to enter the following options
2.1 Model > Tap to modify the Target Guitar Model of the bank in use.
2.2 Gain > Tap to have the possibility to Increase/Decrease the Gain of the
Target Guitar Pickup in use. Tap to Confirm and Exit.
2.3 Exit > Tap to Exit and go back to the main menu.
3. Amp: Tap to enter the Amp Section.
3.1 Amp Status > Tap and Rotate to view the Amp Models selection, then
Tap to Confirm and Exit to the Amp Menu.
3.2 Amp Gain > Tap and Rotate to adjust the Amp Gain, then Tap to
Confirm and Exit to the Amp Menu.
3.3 Amp Level > Tap and Rotate to adjust the Amp Volume, then Tap to
Confirm and Exit to the Amp Menu.
3.4 Exit > Tap to Exit and go back to the main menu.
4. IR Cabinet: Tap and Rotate to view the Cabinet Models selection, then Tap
to Confirm and Exit to the Main Menu.
5. Overdrive: Tap to enter the Overdrive Section.
5.1 OD Status > Tap and Rotate to set the Overdrive ON/OFF, then Tap to
Confirm and Exit to the Overdrive Menu.
5.2 OD Drive > Tap and Rotate to adjust the Overdrive Gain, then Tap to
Confirm and Exit to the Overdrive Menu.
5.3 OD Level >
5.4 Exit > Tap to Exit and go back to the main menu.
6. Reverb: Tap to enter the Reverb Section.
6.1 Rev Status > Tap and Tap and Rotate to adjust the Overdrive Volume,
then Tap to Confirm and Exit to the Overdrive Menu.Rotate to set the
Reverb ON/OFF, then Tap to Confirm and Exit to the Reverb Menu
6.2 Rev Level > Tap and Rotate to adjust the Reverb Level, then Tap to
Confirm and Exit to the Reverb Menu.
6.3 Exit > Tap to Exit and go back to the main menu.
7. Tone Ctrl:
7.1 Treble > Tap and Rotate to adjust the Treble Frequencies, then Tap to
Confirm and Exit to the Tone Ctrl Menu.

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7.2 Bass > Tap and Rotate to adjust the Bass Frequencies, then Tap to
Confirm and Exit to the Tone Ctrl Menu.
7.3 Exit > Tap to Exit and go back to the main menu.
8. Master Gain: Tap and Rotate to adjust the Master Gain Level, then Tap to
Confirm and Exit to the Main Menu.
9. Functions: Tap to enter the following options.
9.1 Learn & Play > Tap to Start the Learning Procedure.
This procedure is useful for a perfect “tone matching” between the
source guitar pickups and the Target Guitar Pickups, helping to reach
the best possible realism, in terms of guitar tone emulation. XG-900
has a Telecaster model as pre-installed Source Guitar; therefore the
Learning Procedure is recommended only if you modify the physical
setup of the guitar. Here you have a tutorial video, made using the
pedal XT-1 https://youtu.be/vs4QqvRWO5I
The chromatic scale you must play is the same. At the end of each
pickup recording, rotate clockwise the Black Rotary Selector (D) to
confirm, or anticlockwise if you wish to repeat the recording of the
same pickup position.
UP= Clockwise
Down= Anticlockwise
9.2 Backup > Tap to save in a USB Pendrive the current Configuration. NB:
The USB Port is located in the rear of the Guitar Body. Use a Allen Key
to open the big black panel and have access to the USB Port.
9.3 Restore > Tap to transfer a new Configuration to the Guitar, through a
USB Pendrive. NB: The USB Port is located in the rear of the Guitar
Body. Use a Allen Key to open the big black panel and have access to
the USB Port.
9.4 Factory Reset > Tap to Reset the Guitar to the factory Settings and
Configuration.
9.5 Exit > Tap to Exit and go back to the main menu.
10. Exit: Tap to Exit and Save the Bank.

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CONTROLS ON THE GUITAR FOR LIVE PERFORMANCES
D –Black Rotary Selector: by rotating it, clockwise or anticlockwise it is possible to
view the Guitar Selections. Tap it to change guitar model in use.
NB: In the Factory Configuration each Guitar Model occupies 5 consecutive banks
(1 bank for each position of the pickup selector). Each position of the Black Rotary
Selector (D) moves 5 banks Up/Down. This allows to change Guitar Model.
E –Amp/Fx Switch: Activate/Disactivate the Amp Models and the Effects
1. Amp Off
When this switch is in OFF position you are using only the Guitar Models, therefore
it is suggested to connect XG-900 to a guitar amp.
2. Amp On
When the switch is in ON position the Amp Models and the Effects on-board are
activated. This means that you can connect XG-900 directly to the mixer. Each
time that you activate the Amp/FX Section you can adjust the Gain percentage:
- Rotate clockwise or anticlockwise the Black Rotary Knob (D) until you get the
desired gain, then Tap it confirm.

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You can check each setting adjustment through the Screen of the guitar.
NB: Unlike the EASY MODE, when using the XG-900 with the FULL EDITING MODE,
the gain adjustment will not be stored. This means that, if you disactivate and
activate again the AMP/FX Section, the gain level will go back to the one previously
set through the Menu Option (D) of the guitar or through the Editor for PC/Mac.
G –Overdrive On/Off: Activate/Disactivate the Overdrive Effect.
3. OD On
When the switch is in ON position the Overdrive Effect is activated. Now it is
possible to adjust the Overdrive Gain, then Tap the Black Rotary Knob (D) to
confirm and exit to the Guitar Models list.
NB: Unlike the EASY MODE, when using the XG-900 with the FULL EDITING MODE,
the gain adjustment will not be stored. This means that, if you disactivate and
activate again the Overdrive Switch, the gain level will go back to the one previously
set through the Menu Option (5. Overdrive) of the guitar or through the Editor for
PC/Mac.
I –Pickup Selector: The Modeling Guitar has a 5 ways Pickup Selector; each
position corresponds to a Bank of its Configuration, which is occupied by a Target
Guitar Pickup. XG-900 has been previously configured with 18 guitar models, each
of which has a variable number of pickups.

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XG-900 EDITOR FOR MAC/PC
When the Easy Mode is Off, it is possible to Edit the Guitar Configuration easily and
quickly, through the Editor for PC/Mac.
Find the latest firmware update of the Editor in the “Download” section of the SIM1
Website > https://sim1guitar.com/download/
Wi-Fi Setup for Real Time Editing
1) Connect your Computer to the Guitar, via Wi-Fi
•The Dongle Wi-Fi USB Adapter (Edimax EW-7811UN* - separated
accessory) is already inserted in the USB port of the Guitar. The USB Port
is located in the rear of the Guitar Body. Use a Allen Key to open the big
black panel and have access to the USB Port.
•Switch your XG-900 on. The dongle Wi-Fi will start to flash.
•Check the available Wi-Fi Networks on your Mac or PC and connect it to
the “SIM1Hotspot”, using the following password: 1234567890.

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2) Launch the Software Configuration Manager 4.6 that you previously
installed in your Mac or PC.
•Click on “Connect” to load your XG-
900 Configuration and start editing
the sounds in Real Time.
•Click on “Setup” to configure the Wi-
Fi Network. This allows to connect
both, the Guitar and your Computer,
to the same Wi-Fi network. They will
be able to communicate one with
each other, without losing the internet
connection.
•Click on “Open Backup” if you wish to
open any Backup Configuration
(xt1.arc) without Real Time Editing.
3) WI-Fi Setup
•When connected to “SIM1 Hotspot”,
write name and password of your
Wi-Fi home or office network.
•Click “Write configuration”, the pedal
will automatically reboot, and both
devices will be connected to the
same router. XT-1 will memorize this
network and it will be automatically
connected to it every time is nearby
this Wi-Fi spot.
•Click on “Connect” to load your
Configuration and start editing the
sounds in Real Time.
NB: When XT-1 is connected to your Wi-Fi Network, SIM1Hotspot is not visible
anymore. Switch off your router and restart XT-1 if you wish to have a direct
connection with XT-1.
* The Editor and XT-1 are configured to be used with this Dongle Wi-Fi model only

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4) Edit your XT-1 Configuration
•Don’t’ forget to save your new Configuration, otherwise the changes
applied will be lost, when you switch the pedal off. By clicking on “Save”
you will store your edits directly to the XT-1.
•By clicking on “Save as” you will be asked to rename and save a Backup
file (.arc) in any folder you wish.

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GUITAR MODELS - FACTORY CONFIGURATION
NB: Each Guitar Model occupies 5 banks (1 bank for each position of the pickup
selector). Each position of the Black Rotary Selector (D) moves 5 banks Up/Down.
This allows to change Guitar Model.
Bank N°
Guitar Model
Pickup
Target
Pickup
Source
Pickup Selector
Position
1
Stratocaster ‘65
Neck
Neck
1
2
Stratocaster ‘65
N+M
Neck
2
3
Stratocaster ‘65
Mid
Mid
3
4
Stratocaster ‘65
M+B
Bridge
4
5
Stratocaster ‘65
Bridge
Bridge
5
6
Nocaster CS ‘51
Neck
Neck
1
7
Nocaster CS ‘51
Neck
Neck
2
8
Nocaster CS ‘51
Mid
Mid
3
9
Nocaster CS ‘51
Bridge
Bridge
4
10
Nocaster CS ‘51
Bridge
Bridge
5
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Les Paul ’59 Collectors C.
Neck
Neck
1
12
Les Paul ’59 Collectors C.
Neck
Neck
2
13
Les Paul ’59 Collectors C.
Mid
Mid
3
14
Les Paul ’59 Collectors C.
Bridge
Bridge
4
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Les Paul ’59 Collectors C.
Bridge
Bridge
5
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Suhr Standard Pro
Neck
Neck
1
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Suhr Standard Pro
Neck
Neck
2
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Suhr Standard Pro
Mid
Mid
3
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Suhr Standard Pro
Bridge
Bridge
4
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Suhr Standard Pro
Bridge
Bridge
5
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Ibanez Jem 777
Neck
Neck
1
22
Ibanez Jem 777
Neck
Neck
2
23
Ibanez Jem 777
Mid
Mid
3
24
Ibanez Jem 777
Bridge
Bridge
4
25
Ibanez Jem 777
Bridge
Bridge
5
26
Fender Mustang
Neck
Neck
1
27
Fender Mustang
Neck
Neck
2
28
Fender Mustang
Mid
Mid
3
29
Fender Mustang
Bridge
Bridge
4
30
Fender Mustang
Bridge
Bridge
5
31
Gibson SG Angus Young
Neck
Neck
1
32
Gibson SG Angus Young
Neck
Neck
2
33
Gibson SG Angus Young
Mid
Mid
3
34
Gibson SG Angus Young
Bridge
Bridge
4
35
Gibson SG Angus Young
Bridge
Bridge
5
36
Stratocaster Jeff Back
Neck
Neck
1
37
Stratocaster Jeff Back
N+M
Neck
2
38
Stratocaster Jeff Back
Mid
Mid
3
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Stratocaster Jeff Back
M+B
Bridge
4
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Stratocaster Jeff Back
Bridge
Bridge
5
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Gretsch G6120T
Neck
Neck
1
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Gretsch G6120T
Neck
Neck
2
43
Gretsch G6120T
Mid
Mid
3
44
Gretsch G6120T
Bridge
Bridge
4
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Gretsch G6120T
Bridge
Bridge
5
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Gibson ES-175
Neck
Neck
1
47
Gibson ES-175
Neck
Neck
2
48
Gibson ES-175
Mid
Mid
3

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Bank N°
Guitar Model
Pickup
Target
Pickup
Source
Pickup Selector
Position
49
Gibson ES-175
Bridge
Bridge
4
50
Gibson ES-175
Bridge
Bridge
5
51
Gibson ES-335
Neck
Neck
1
52
Gibson ES-335
Neck
Neck
2
53
Gibson ES-335
Mid
Mid
3
54
Gibson ES-335
Bridge
Bridge
4
55
Gibson ES-335
Bridge
Bridge
5
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Rickembacker 360
Neck
Neck
1
57
Rickembacker 360
Neck
Neck
2
58
Rickembacker 360
Mid
Mid
3
59
Rickembacker 360
Bridge
Bridge
4
60
Rickembacker 360
Bridge
Bridge
5
61
Benedetto Bambino
Neck
Neck
1
62
Benedetto Bambino
Neck
Neck
2
63
Benedetto Bambino
Neck
Mid
3
64
Benedetto Bambino
Neck
Bridge
4
65
Benedetto Bambino
Neck
Bridge
5
66
PRS Custom 24
Neck
Neck
1
67
PRS Custom 24
Neck
Neck
2
68
PRS Custom 24
Mid
Mid
3
69
PRS Custom 24
Bridge
Bridge
4
70
PRS Custom 24
Bridge
Bridge
5
71
PRS John Mayer Silver Sky
Neck
Neck
1
72
PRS John Mayer Silver Sky
N+M
Neck
2
73
PRS John Mayer Silver Sky
Mid
Mid
3
74
PRS John Mayer Silver Sky
M+B
Bridge
4
75
PRS John Mayer Silver Sky
Bridge
Bridge
5
76
Music Man Axis
Neck
Neck
1
77
Music Man Axis
Neck
Neck
2
78
Music Man Axis
Mid
Mid
3
79
Music Man Axis
Bridge
Bridge
4
80
Music Man Axis
Bridge
Bridge
5
81
Gibson J200
Mic
Neck
1
82
Gibson J200
Mic
Neck
2
83
Gibson J200
Mic
Mid
3
84
Gibson J200
Mic
Bridge
4
85
Gibson J200
Mic
Bridge
5
86
Martin D-35
Mic
Neck
1
87
Martin D-35
Mic
Neck
2
88
Martin D-35
Mic
Mid
3
89
Martin D-35
Mic
Bridge
4
90
Martin D-35
Mic
Bridge
5
91
Taylor 214 DLX
Mic
Neck
1
92
Taylor 214 DLX
Mic
Neck
2
93
Taylor 214 DLX
Mic
Mid
3
94
Taylor 214 DLX
Mic
Bridge
4
95
Taylor 214 DLX
Mic
Bridge
5
96
Resonator Republic
Mic
Neck
1
97
Resonator Republic
Mic
Neck
2
98
Resonator Republic
Mic
Mid
3
99
Resonator Republic
Mic
Bridge
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Product Specifications
BODY MATERIAL
Poplar, Marbled/Roasted
NECK MATERIAL
Maple / Rosewood
NUMBER OF FRETS
22
FINGERBOARD RADIUS
12″
NUT
BONE/ABS
SCALE LENGTH
648mm
BRIDGE
SIM1 OEM Vintage Chrome
TUNING MACHINES
SIM1 OEM Locking Tuners
NECK PICKUPS
Tele vintage voice neck- Ceramic
BRIDGE PICKUP
Tele vintage voice bridge –Ceramic
WEIGHT
3,7 to 4.2 Kg
DISPLAY
2×16 Black on White
BATTERIES
Li-Po 2600 mAh, up to 6,5 Hours
Li-Po BATTERY CHARGER
12 Volt 1 A, Inner Positive
TOTAL PRE-SETS NUMBER
99
AD CONVERSION
32 bit
DA CONVERSION
32 bit
SAMPLE RATE
48/96 kHz
INPUT IMPEDANCE
1 MΩ
RECOMMENDED LOAD IMPEDANCE
10 KΩ or Greater
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO
> 104 dB
CONTROLS
Volume Knob, Tone Knob, On/Off switch, Rotary
Knob, Overdrive Switch, Amp/Reverb Switch
USB PORT
2.0
CONNECTORS
¼ inch jacks
ACCESSORIES
Li-Po Battery Charger, Edimax USB Dongle Wi-Fi
FACTORY STRINGS GAUGE
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Safety Instructions
In this instruction manual the exclamation point within a triangle means “Caution!”. It is an alert to the user
noting possible risks related to the improper use of the device.
In this instruction manual the lightning within a triangle means “Electrical caution!”.
It is an alert to the user for potential risks of electrical shocks related to an improper use of the device.
Before using this device, make sure to read all the instructions manual.
Do not open or modify in any way the device or its AC adaptor.
Never use or store the device in places that are:
•Subject to extreme temperature (e.g. direct sunlight or near heating/radiators or any
appliance which produces heat);
•Damp places (e.g. baths, washrooms, wet floors);
•Exposed to rain;
•Dusty;
•Subject to high levels of vibrations.
Do not try to repair the device or replace parts within it. This violation will invalidate the warranty.
For any damage or inconvenience please refer to SIM1 srl or an authorized SIM1 distributor/store.

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Use only the specified AC adaptor, and make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the
input voltage specifications.
An AC adaptor, different from that one specified in the instruction manual may use a different
polarity or may have a different voltage. Its use might cause damage, malfunction, or electric
shock.
Avoid damaging power cords and avoid using the unit with damaged power cords. A damaged
cord can easily cause an electrical shock or fire hazard.
This unit, in combination with an amplifier or headphones, may cause permanent hearing loss,
when operating for a long period with high volume levels, or with an uncomfortable volume level. If
you experience any hearing loss or ear ringing, stop using the device and immediately consult an
audiologist.
Make sure that liquids of any kind are not spilled on the device. Do not use or place the device near
water.
Immediately turn off the device and remove the AC Adaptor from the mains power source, and
request assistance from a SIM1 Srl or an authorized SIM1 distributor/store, when:
•The AC Adaptor or its cord are damaged.
•Objects or liquids have been spilled into the device.
•The device has been exposed to rain or moisture.
•The unit does not operate normally or changes in performance in a significant way.
An adult should provide supervision during the children’s use of the unit.
Protect the unit from strong impacts. Do not drop it.
Unplug the AC Adaptor when not in use for a long period of time. Unplug the AC Adaptor during
lightning storms.
Clean the device only with a dump cloth. Make sure to turn the unit off before cleaning it.
The device and the AC Adaptor should be positioned where there is adequate ventilation.
Never handle the unit or the AC Adaptor with wet hands when plugging into or from the power
mains source.
Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC Adaptor and all cords coming from external devices.
Is strongly recommended to use only accessories specified by the manufacturer.
This Product complies with the requirements of European Directive 2014/30/UE
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