Sony DPS-V55 User manual
SONY.
Multi-Effect
Processor
Operating
Instructions
Mode
d'emploi
DPS-V55
©
1998
by
Sony
Corporation
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WARNING
To
prevent
fire
or
shock
hazard,
do
not
expose
the
unit
to
rain
or
moisture.
ee
This
symbol
is
intended
to
alert
the
user
to
the
presence
of
uninsulated
“dangerous
voltage”
within
the
product's
enclosure
that
may
be
of
sufficient
magnitude
to
constitute
a
risk
of
electric
shock
to
persons.
This
symbol
is
intended
to
alert
the
user
to
the
presence
of
important
operating
and
maintenance
(servicing)
instructions
in
the
literature
accompanying
the
appliance.
CAUTION
You
are
cautioned
that
any
change
or
modifications
not
expressly
approved
in
this
manual
could
void
your authority
to
operate
this
equipment.
Owner's
record
Phe
modet
and
serial
numbers
are
located
on
the
rear
of
the
unit.
Record
the
serial
number
tn
the
space
provided
below.
Refer
to
them
whenever
you
call
upon
vour
Sony
dealer
regarding,
this
product.
Model
No.
DPS-V55
Serial
No.
For
the
customers
in
Canada
CAUTION
TO
PREVENT
ELECTRIC
SHOCK,
DO
NOT
USE
THIS
POLARIZED
AC
PLUG
WITH
AN
EXTENSION
CORD,
RECEPTACLE
OR
OTHER
OUTLET
UNLESS
THE
BILADES
CAN
BE
FULLY
INSERTED
TO
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Welcome!
Thank
you
for
purchasing
the
Sony
Multi-
Effect
Processor.
Before
operating
the
unit,
_
please
read
this
manual
thoroughly
and
retain
it
for
future
reference.
Getting
Started
Table
of
Contents
Main
Features
4
How
to
Use
This
Manual
4
Functional
Hierarchy
5
Names
and
Functions
of
Parts
6
Understanding
the
Effect
Types
and
Program
Structures
8
-
Hooking
Up
9
Basic
Operations
Choosing
a
Program
10
Reading
the
Display
11
Outputting
Without
Effects
(BYPASS)
11
Choosing
a
Program
by
Effect
Type
12
Editing
a
Program
Choosing
the
Effects
13
Choosing
a
Structure
14
Changing
Effect
Parameters
14
Using
the
TAP
Function
15
Saving
Processed
Effects
16
System
Operations
MIDI
Settings
17
Other
Settings
18
Additional
Information
Restoring
the
Original
Factory
Settings
19
Replacing
the
Memory
Back-up
Battery
19
Troubleshooting
19
Precautions
20
Specifications
20
MIDI
Implementation
Chart
(Inside
Back
Cover)
Blank
Chart
(Back
Cover)
EN
Qe
Getting
Started
The
DPS-V55
is
a
four
channets
multi
effect
processor.
Four
channel
construction
The
DPS-V55
is
outfitted
with
four
inputs
(agd
outputs)
and
can
route
the
input
signals
ina
variety
of
different
wavs
depending
on
the
chosen
effect
algorithms
and
program
structures
Flexible
effect
algorithms
and
program
structures
The
DPS-V585
incorporates
a
total
of
45
different
effect
algorithms
divided
into
three
different
types:
deh,
2ch
(stereo),
and
Mono-
Pair.
Each
effect
contains
several
adjustable
parameters
and
can
be
easily
modified.
Inaddition
2ch
and/or
Mono-Pair
effects
can
be
used
in
combination
within
a
program,
and
the
program
structure
can
be
switched
between
serial
and
parallel,
allowing
vou
to
take
full
advantage
of
the
four
channel
construction.
User-friendly
operating
environment
A
primary
concern
when
creating
the
DPS-V55,
was
to
provide
an
intuitive
operating
system
for
creative
sound
control.
All
effect
parameters
can
be
accessed
directly
using
the
EDET
PARAMETER
buttons.
Large
memory
banks
In
addition
to
the
200
different
preset
programs
(numbers
001~200)
created
by
musicians
and
engineers
from
around
the
world
(preset
memory),
there
is
also,room
for
you
to
store
up
to
200
of
your
own
original
programs
in
the
user
memory
(Numbers
201~400).
We've
also
included
a
search
Function
so
you
can
recall
the
programs
you
need
without
having
to
remember
their
program
numbers.
Search
function
The
search
function
lets
you
locate
programs
you
want
by
specifying
the
tvpe
of
effects
they
contain.
(See
page
12.)
TAP
function
The
TAP
function
lets
you
adjust
certain
parameters
or
trigger
certain
effects
simply
by
tapping
on
the
ENTER
(TAP)
button.
(See
page
15.)
MIDI
compatibility
The
MIDI
interface
lets
you
conduct
program
change
and
data
save
operations.
(See
page
17.)
How
to
Use
This
Manual
These
operating
instructions
describe
setup
and
operating
procedures
for
the
DPS-V55
multi-eftect
processor.
Before
using
this
unit
we do
recommend
taking
a
glance
at
the
“Functional
Hierarchy”
chart
on
page
5
and
reading
“Understanding
Effect
Algorithms
and
Program
Structures”
on
page
§
to
familiarize
vourselt
with
the
unit.
“Hooking
Up”
shows
vou
how
to
make
different
kinds
of
connections
between
this
unit
and
instruments,
mixers,
and/or
components.
The
remaining
chapters
show
vou
how
to
operate
the
unit.
Refer
to
cach
as
necessary.
For
specific
information
regarding
the
individual
effects
and
parameters,
refer
to
the
separate
“Effect
Parameter
Guide.”
For
information
regarding
the
preset
memory,
refer
to
the
separate
“Preset
Memory
Catalog.”
¢
The
following
icon
is
used
in
this
manual:
ate
ake
Indicates
hints
and
tips
for
making
the
task
casicr.
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SPO
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we
ta
gs
a
Functional
Hierarchy
Program
number
FxA
On/Off
FxB
On/Off
Parameter
1
*
Parameter
n
Parameter
1
‘
Parameter
n
Master
Level
(0
~
100)
Effect
A
Type
Number
Structure
Type
Effect
B
Type
Number
Effect
Type
Number
Program
Number
Execute
(push
ENTER)
Tap
Function
Bypass
or
Muting
Channel
(1
~
16)
Omni
Mode
(On/Off)
Out/Thru
(Out/Thru)
}-———
Program
Change
Table
(Prog
#,
#)
Bulk
Trans
(From,
To)
PLAY
Sgt
EDIT
T
Effect
On/Off
ae
FxA
FxB
|
'———
Master
Level
FxXTYPE
Fx
Type
|
Search
[
SAVE
5
Program
Number
Program
Name
—¥§—
Execute
TAP
;
BYPASS
SYSTEM
MIDI
Set
Up
|
:
Bypass.Mode
(Bypass/Muting)
Tap
Mode
(x's
/
x"/3
/
x¥o/
x1
/
x2
/
x3)
Ben
6
Getting
Started
Names
and
Functions
of
Parts
Front
panel
@®
(Power
switch)
Press
this
switch
to
turn
the
power
on
and
off.
Turning
on
the
power
on
recalls
the
last
used
memorized
effect
and
activates
play
mode
automatically.
Effect
algorithm
list
Numbers
and
names
of
the
45
available
effect
algorithms.
01~09
are
4ch
algorithms,
10~36
are
2ch
algorithms,
and
37~45
are
Mono-Pair
algorithms.
(See
“Understanding
Effect
Algorithms
and
Program
Structures”
on
page
8
for
details).
Input
level
indicators
Light
green,
orange,
or
red
to
indicate
strength
of
the
signal
input
to
the
respective
channel
(1~4).
Green
=
-30
to
-6
dB;
Orange
=
<6
to
-2
dB;
Red
=
clip
(greater
than
-2
dB).
Display
Displays
various
information
such
as
program
numbers,
program
names,
effect
numbers,
effect
names,
structures,
parameter
values,
etc.
Fx
TYPE
(SEARCH)
button
Use
to
select
an
effect
type
or
program
structure.
Also
use
to
search
for
program
by
effect
type
(see
page
12).
BYPASS
button
Press
to
turn
the
selected
program
on
or
off.
(Can
also
be
set
to
mute
the
output
of
the
processor,
see
page
18.)
SAVE
button
Use
this
button
to
save
a-customized
program.
SYSTEM
button
Use
this
button
to
access
the
MIDI
and
system
setup
parameters.
Rotary
encoder
Use
to
select
program
numbers
and
make
adjustments
to
parameter
settings.
10
INPUT
LEVEL
adjustment
knobs
Turn
the
knob
to
the
left
or
right
to
adjust
the
input
11
12
13
level
of
the
respective
channel
(1~4).
The
input
level
can
be
increased
up
to
12
dB
above
unity*
without
clipping.
*
When
the
input
and
output
levels
are
the
same.
(On
this
unit,
unity
is
achieved
when
the
mark
on
the
INPUT
LEVEL
knob
is
pointing
toward
the
large
index
mark
(located
at
approximately
1
0’clock).)
EDIT
PARAMETER
(SKIP)
buttons
Use
to
select
the
parameter
you
want
to
adjust
when
customizing
an
effect.
Press
both
buttons
at
the
same
time
to
skip
to
another
parameter
group,
see
page
14.
EXIT
button
Press
to
return
to
the
play
mode.
ENTER
(TAP)
button
Use
to
confirm
SAVE
operations
(etc.).
Also
use
as
a
trigger,
or
to
set
time-variable
parameters
(see
page
15).
Names
and
Functions
of
Parts
Rear
panel
1
2
3
4
LCD
CONTRAST
knob
Use
to
adjust
the
contrast
of
the
display
on
the
front
panel.
MID!
OUT/THRU
terminal
For
sending
and/or
relaying
MIDE
command
signals
from
the
processor
to
other
components.
To
switch
between
OUT
and
THRU,
see
pages
17~18.
MIDI
IN
terminal
Input
for
MIDI
command
signals.
Use
a
commercially
available
MIDI
cable
to
connect
this
terminal
to
another
component's
MIDI
OUT
(or
THRU)
terminal.
OUTPUT
jacks
(1~4)
-
Standard
output
jacks
for
channels
1,
2,
3,
and
4.
Connect
to
and
amplifier
or
mixer
(etc.).
Jacks
are
divided
into
two
groups:
GROUP
A
(1
(L)
and
2
(R))
GROUP
B
(3
(L)
and
4
(R))
Output
level
selector
Use
to
set
the
output
level
of
the
OUTPUT
jacks
to
match
the
input
level
of
the
connected
equipment.
You
can
select
a
+4
dBu
or
-10
dBu
output
level.
This
setting
effects
all
jacks
(1,
2,
3,
and
4).
INPUT
jacks
(1~4)
Standard
input
jacks
for
channels
1,
2,
3,
and
4.
Connect
to
mixer,
CD
player,
or
keyboard
(etc.).
Jacks
are
divided
into
two
groups:
GROUP
A
(1
(L/
MONO)
and
2
(R))
GROUP
B
(3
(L/
MONO)
and
4
(R))
When
inputting
a
monaural
signal,
use
the
1
or
3
(MONO)
jacks.
The
signal
is
sent
to
both
of
the
channels
in
the
respective
group.
Input
level
selector
Use
to
set
the
input
level
of
the
INPUT
jacks
to
match
the
output
level
of
the
connected
equipment.
You
can
select
a
+4
dBu
or
-10
dBu
input
level.
This
setting
effects
all
jacks
(1,
2,
3,
and
4).
AC
power
cord
Connect
to
an
AC
power
outlet.
7
7
BEN
Getting
Started
Understanding
Effect
Algorithms
and
Program
Structures
Effect
algorithms
This
unit
contains
three
types
of
effect
algorithms:
4dch,
2ch,
and
Mono-Pair.
4ch
2ch
Mono-Pair
The
4ch
effects
(algorithms
#
01~09)
are
designed
to
handle
four
channels
simultaneously.
These
are
also
the
highest
quality
effects.
Consequently,
programs
containing
these
effects
can
not
contain
any
other
effects.
2ch
effects
(algorithms
#10~36)
and
Mono-Pair
effects
(algorithms
#
37~45),
on
the
other
hand,
are
designed
to
handle
two
channels
simultaneously
and
can
be
used
in
various
combinations
within
a
program.
Each
program
can
contain
two
2ch
effects,
two
Mono-pair
effects,
or
one
2ch
eftect
and
one
Mono-Pair
effect.
The
2ch
effects
are
“traditional”
stereo
effects.
Mono-Pair
effects
are
combinations
of
two
parallel
mono
effects
(one
for
each
channel).
Program
structures
Each
program
can
contain
up
two
effects
(FxA
and
FxB)
depending
on
the
type
of
eftect
selected.
Ifa
2ch
or
Mono-Pair
effects
are
selected,
the
program
contains
two
effects
(one,
or
both
can
be
turned
off
if
necessary).
When
a
program
contains
two
effects,
the
way
the
unit
routes
the
signals
through
the
effects
is
controlled
by
the
program
structure.
There
are
two
possible
program
structures:
parallel
(/)
and
serial
(9).
Parallel
(/)
program
[i
reece
TC)
ora
CT!
2
(10~45)
2
3
3
Oe,
4
La
(10~45)
a
4
FxA
and
FxB
are
completely
independent.
Serial
(>)
program
1+3
1,3
FxB
(10~45)
FxA
(10~45)
2+4
2,4
The
sound
from
FxA
is
fed
into
FxB
for
further
processing
before
being
output.
If
a
dch
effect
is
selected,
the
program
contains
only
one
effect
(the
other
effect
is
automatically
disabled).
Example
of
program
containing
a
4ch
effect
PWN
FxA
only
Et
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a
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|
Hooking
Up
¢
Before
connecting
this
unit
to
another
device,
be
sure
to
unplug
the
AC
power
cord
from
the
power
outlet.
*
Turn
off
the
power
switch
on
this
unit
and
all
components
to
be
connected,
such
as
keyboards
and
active
speakers
(speakers
with
built
in
amplifiers).
ory
*
After
all
the
connections,
double
check
that
the
connections
are
correct
before
plugging
the
AC
power
cord
back
into
the
power
outlet.
¢
If
the
connected
components
output
large
signals
that
cause
distortion,
adjust
the
INPUT
LEVEL
knobs
on
this
unit
to
lower
the
input
level,
or
lower
the
output
level
of
the
connected
component.
Example
1:
Hooking
up
to
instruments
Exaniple
2:
Hooking
up
a
mixer
(Mono
send,
Stereo
return)
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Speaker
SpeaKe
Mixer
(MOM-X4
etc.)
Example
3:
Hooking
up
to
a
mixer
(cutting
the
direct
sound)
(Stereo
send,
Stereo
Return)
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When
using
the
processor
in
a
send-return
loop
*
When
using
effect
that
have
an
effect
level
parameter,
we
recommend
setting
the
direct
sound
to
“0”
so
that
only
the
sound
of
the
effect
will
be
output.
¢
We
also
recommend
setting
the
BYPASS
function
to
“Muting”
(as
shown
on
page
18).
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Basic
Operations
®
Level
indicators
Display
5
Rotary
encoder
INPUT
LEVEL
(1~4)
Choosing
a
Program
3
Turn
the
rotary
encoder
to
select
a
program
(001~400).
The
processor
comes
with
200
different
preset
programs
The
program
numbers
(and
corresponding
names)
(numbers
001~200)
as
well
as
room
for
200
user
programs
appear
in
the
display
as
you
turn
the
jog
dial.
for
storing
the
programs
you
create
(numbers
201~400).
Use
the
following
procedure
to
choose
the
program
you
desire.
1
Press
©
to
turn
on
the
power.
After
a
few
seconds§,
the
pla
2
screen
appears.
ter
a
few
seconds,
the
Blay
mode
screen
appears
Before
you
turn
on
the
connected
components
Be
sure
to
turn
the
volume
level
down
to
avoid
an
unexpected
0 0
1
S
urper
R
ever
b
output
of
massive
volume.
eFxA:
11/eFxB:
12
You
can
also
search
programs
by
effect
type
See
page
12
for
details.
2.)
Turn
INPUT
LEVEL
(1~4)
to
adjust
the
input
levels.
If
an
input
level
indicator
lights
red
(clip),
the
input
level
for
that
channel
is
set
too
high.
Be
sure
to
set
the
input
level
correctly
since
it
has
a
direct
relationship
to
:
the
quality
of
the
effects
(see
page
6
for
details).
2
=
INPUT
LEVEL
3
==)
Ce
10
Reading
the
Display
During
play
mode
the
display
provides
various
information
about
the
selected
program
~
001
Super
Reverb:
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Hi
zeus
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sé
o-
@
Program
number
and
name:
The
number
(001~400)
and
name
of
the
current
program
.
©
FxA
On/Off
symbol:
“e”
>
FxA
is
on
(in
the
illustration,
FxA
is
on).
(Blank)
:
FxA
is
off
©
FxA
effect
number:
The
number
(01~45)
of
the
effect
assigned
to
the
current
program’s
FxA
block.
The
effect
numbers
correspond
to
those
printed
on
the
front
panel
to
the
left
of
the
display.
When
a
4ch
effect
is
assigned
to
the
FxA
block,
the
FxB
effect
number
and
the
structure
symbol
do
not
appear
in
the
display,
©
Structure
symbol:
“7”
(Parallel)
:
To
use
FxA
and
FxB
separately
(the
illustration
shows
a
parallel
structure).
“9"
(Serial)
:
To
feed
the
output
of
FxA
into
FxB
for
additional
processing.
The
structure
symbols
correspond
to
those
printed
on
the
front
panel
below
the
display.
(See
page
8
for
details.)
©
FxB
On/Off
symbol:
“oe”:
FxBis
on
(Blank)
:
FxB
is
off
(in
the
illustration,
FxB
is
off).
©
FxB
effect
number:
The
number
(10~45)
of
the
effect
assigned
to
the
current
program’s
FxB
block.
The
effect
numbers
correspond
to
those
printed
on
the
front
panel
to
the
left
of
the
display.
Outputting
Without
Effects
(BYPASS)
The
bypass
function
allows
you
to
output
the
original
signal
without
adding
any
effects.
This
function
can
also
be
set
to
completely
cut
(mute)
the
sound
output
from
the
processor
(sec
page
18
if
you
want
to
switch
to
muting).
Press
BYPASS
to
activate
the
bypass
(mute)
function.
“BYPASS”
(or
“MUTING”)
appears
in
the
display.
<<.
BYPASS:
>>
Press
again
to
cancel
and
output
with
effects.
11”
Pe
Mie
ees
12®
Basic
Operations
Selecting
Programs
by
Effect
Block
This
function
lets
you
search
for
programs
based
on
the
type
of
effects
they
contain.
In
addition
to
being
a
good
way
to
explore
different
implementations
of
the
same
effect,
it is
also
a
quick
way
locate
a
specific
program.
ee:
Effect
algorithms
FxTYPE
Display
(SEARCH)
Rotary
encoder
1
Press
Fx
TYPE
(SEARCH)
twice
to
display
the
search
screen.
Search:
098
Super
Reverb
2
Turn
the
rotary
encoder
to
select
an
effect
(01~45).
The
numbers
(Q1~45)
and
names
of
the
effects
correspond
to
those
printed
on
the
front
panel
to
the
left
of
the
display.
Search:
.
-
017
Sound
Fx
The
number
and
name
of
the
first
program
containing
the
selected
effect
appear
on
the
bottom
line
of
the
display.
You
can
also
monitor
the
sound
of
this
program.
3
Press
EDIT
PARAMETER
=
to
move
the
cursor
to
the
bottom
line
of
the
display.
Search:03
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CA.
ea
ct
toe
t¢
Bo
SA
ee
ee
2
Oe
pos
EDIT
PARAMETER
ENTER
-—>
(TAP)
4
Turnthe
rotary
encoder
to
select
a
program.
Only
programs
containing
the
selected
effect
(displaved
on
the
first
line)
will
appear.
You
can
also
monitor
the
sound
of
these
programs.
Search:
03
Soon
|
|
5
Press
ENTER
(TAP)
to
switch
to
the
selected
program.
“Executing”
appears
momentarily
and
the
unit
switches
to
the
selected
program
(and
back
to
play
mode).
147
Other
Pipes
rm
|
eFxA:03
Editing
a
Program
Choosing
the
Effects
Use
the
following
operations
to
choose
the
effect(s)
to
be
used
in
your
program.
You
can
choose
up
to
two
effect
blocks
(when
using
2ch
(10~36)
or
Mono-Pair
(37~45)
effects).
When
using
a
4ch
effect
(01~09),
you
may
choose
only
one
effect.
(See
page
8
for
details).
EA
FxTYPE
Effect
algorithms
Display
(SEARCH)
Rotary
encoder
EDIT
PARAMETER
EXIT
-=>
1
Press
Fx
TYPE
(SEARCH)
to
display
the
type
4
Turn
the
rotary
encoder
to
select
an
effect
screen.
(10~45)
for
FxB.
‘
The
numbers
(10~45)
correspond
to
the
effects
printed
FX
Tare.
Tore
on
the
front
panel.
eFxA:.
|
/eFxB:
12
Fx
Type:
Type
eFxA:45/eFxB:
2
Turn
the
rotary
encoder
to
select
the
effect
(01~45)
for
FxA.
The
numbers
(01~45)
correspond
to
the
effects
printed
5
Press
EXIT
to
return
to
play
mode.
on
the
front
panel
to
the
left
of
the
display.
To
change
the
structure
type
before
returning
to
the
play
mode,
press
EDIT
PARAMETER
=
to
switch
to
Fx
Type:
Type
.
the
structure
parameter,
then
proceed
from
step
3
of
eFx
A:
45/eFxB:
12
“Choosing
the
Structure”.
*
When
you
select
a
4ch
effect
(numbers
01~09),
press
EXIT
to
return
to
play
mode
and
skip
the
following
steps.
3
Press
EDIT
PARAMETER
=>
twice
to
move
the
cursor
to
FxB.
Note:
this
is
not
possible
if
you
select
a
4ch
effect
reo
(01~09)
in
the
previous
step.
Fx
Type:Type
eFxA:
45/e¢eFxB:
|
2
13
Ee
gn
Re
ee
Le,
AAS
ee
ee
14"
Editing
a
Program
Choosing
the
Structure
This
function
lets
you
choose
the
structure
of
the
effect
blocks.
Note,
this
setting
is
only
possible
when
you
have
selected
effects
for
both
FxA
and
FxB.
(Fis
not
possible
when
using
4ch
effects).
1
Press
Fx
TYPE
to
display
the
effect
type
screen.
Fx
Type:
Tyre
eFxA:11/°eFxB:12
2
Press
EDIT
PARAMETER
=>
to
display
“Struct”.
The
structure
symbol
starts
blinking.
Fx
Type:
Struct
eFxA:11/eFxB:12
3
Turn
the
rotary
encoder
to
select
“/"
or
“yp
The
structure
symbols
correspond
to
those
printed
on
the
front
panel
below
the
display.
/
:
Parallel
;
Allows
you
to
use
FxA
and FxB
separately.
With
this
structure,
channels
1
and
2
are
processed
separately
from
channels
3
and
4.
>
:
Serial
Allows
you
to
feed
the
output
of
FxA
into
FxB
for
additional
processing.
With
this
structure,
channel
1
is
mixed
with
channel
3
and
channel
2
is
mixed
with
channel
4.
4
Press
EXIT
to
return
to
play
mode.
Changing
the
Parameters
Use
the
following
procedures
to:
¢
Turn
an
effect
on
or
off,
*
Adjust
individual
effect
parameters
(FxA
or
FxB)
¢
Adjust
the
master
volume
(output)
of
the
program.
For
descriptions
of
the
parameters
available
for
each
effect,
refer
to
the
separate
Effect
Parameter
Guide.
1
Press
EDIT
PARAMETER
<
or
=>
repeatedly
to
display
the
parameter
you
want
to
adjust.
2
Turn
the
rotary
encoder
to
change
the
parameter.
3
Repeat
steps
1
and
2
to
change
all
necessary
parameters.
Press
EDIT
PARAMETER
@
and
=
at
the
same
time
to
skip
to
the
next
parameter
group
instead
of
switching
parameters
one
at
a
time.
The
name
of
the
parameter
group
is
shown
at
the
top
of
the
display.
The
individual
parameters
and
parameter
values
appear
at
the
bottom.
Parameter
group
Edit:Fx
On/Off
Fx
On/Off
Parameter
Setting
Parameter
group
contains
parameters
that
Fx
On/Off
Turn
FxA
and
FxB*!
off
or
on.
FxA
[effect
name*’]
Change
the
sound
produced
by
FxA.
The
number
and
type
of
parameters
available
depends
on
the
effect
block.*?
FxB
*!
[effect
name*?]
Change
the
sound
produced
by
ae
FxB.
The
number
and
type
of
parameters
available
depends
on
the
effect
block.**
Master
Level
This
parameter
lets
you
adjust
the
output
level
of
the
current
program.
*!_
There
are
no
FxB
parameters
when
FxA
is
a
4ch
effect.
*”
The
effect
name
is
abbreviated
to
5
characters.
*
Refer
to
the
separate
Effect
Parameter
Guide
for
detailed
information.
4
Press
EXIT
to
return
to
play
mode.
Using
the
TAP
function
This
function
lets
you
change
the
value
of
certain
time
related
parameters
or
trigger
an
effect
by
tapping
on
the
“ENTER
(TAP)
button.
*
The
parameter
which
responds
to
the
TAP
function
is
different
for
each
effect,
and
not
all
effect
have
compatible
parameters.
However,
many
time
related
parameters
(such
as
Delay
Time)
or
parameters
activated
by
a
trigger
(such
as
Key
Trigger)
are
designed
to
work
with
the
TAP
function.
(Refer
to
the
separate
Effect
Parameter
Guide
for
specific
information.)
The
TAP
function
works
the
same
in
either
play
mode
or
edit
mode,
but
not
can
not
be
used
when
any
other
modes
(such
as
SYSTEM
or
SAVE)
are
active.
To
use
TAP
with
time
related
parameters
(“Time”
below)
Select
a
program
containing
a
compatible
effect,
then
tap
ENTER
(TAP)
repeatedly
to
enter
the
desired
tempo.
The
effector’s
tap
editor
measures
the
timing
of
the
last
two
taps
an
sets
the
corresponding
parameter
accordingly.
You
can
also
change
the
ratio
between
your
taps
and
the
actual
parameter
value
(see
page
18
for
details).
To
use
TAP
as
a
trigger
("Trigger”
below)
Press
ENTER
(TAP)
at
the
point
where
you
want
to
activate
the
effect.
7
S
Effects
that
can
be
adjusted
using
the
TAP
function.
Number
Name
TAP
type
/
“Rotary
Speaker
Trigger
9
Doppler
Trigger
15
Stereo
Delay
Time
16
Ping
Pong
Delay
Time
22
Stereo
Panner
Trigger
23
Haas
Panner
Trigger
31
Tremolo
Trigger
32
Vibrato
Trigger
"34
Pitch
Roller
Trigger
36
Freeze
Trigger
"©
You
can
also
use
MIDI
to
control
the
TAP
function
Data
above
40H
received
on
Control
Change
04H
produces
the
same
effect
as
pressing
ENTER
(TAP)
on
the
front
panel.
15%
1
6"
Editing
a
Program
Saving
your
Program
New
programs
created
by
changing
effect
blocks,
effect
structures,
and
effect
parameters
can
be
stored
in
memory
for
later
use.
You
can
store
up
to
200
different
user
programs
using
program
numbers
201~400.
Display
SAVE
Rotary
encoder
EDIT
PARAMETER
EXIT
ENTER
-
=>
(TAP)
1
Press
SAVE
to
activate
the
save
mode.
The
program
number
starts
blinking.
(A
previously
saved
program
name
appears
in
the
display.)
Save:
201
Super
Reverb
2
Turn
the
rotary
encoder
to
select
the
program
number
(201~400)
where
you
want
to
save
the
effect.
(A
previously
saved
program
name
appears
in
the
display.)
:
Save:
300
StereoChorus
3
Press
EDIT
PARAMETER
=>
to
move
the
cursor
to
the
program
name.
The
name
of
the
program
you
edited
appears
in
the
display
and
the
first
character
starts
to
blink.
Save:
300
Super
Delay
Turn
the
rotary
encoder
to
select
a
character.
Save:
300
Xuper
Delay
Use
EDIT
PARAMETER
@
or
=
to
move
the
cursor
into
place
for
the
next
character.
Repeat
steps
4
and
5
to
enter
up
to
12
characters.
When
you’ve
finished
entering
the
characters,
press
SAVE
(or
ENTER
(TAP)).
Save:0K?
NTEXITI/YCLCENTER]
The
unit
will
ask
for
confirmation
before
saving
the
program.
To
execute
the
save
operation,
press
ENTER
(TAP).
If
you
press
ENTER
(TAP),
“Writing...”
appears
momentarily,
the
program
is
saved,
and
the
unit
switches
back
to
the
play
mode.
If
you
do
not
want
to
save
the
program,
press
EXIT.
If
you
press
EXIT,
the
unit
returns
directly
to
the
play
mode
without
saving
the
program.
300
X*
My
Program
eFxA:24/eFxB:
31
System
Operations
The
system
settings
allow
you
customize
this
unit's
operating
environment.
You
can
specify
how
the
unit
will
respond
to
MIDI
commands
and
how
the
BYPASS
and
TAP
functions
will
operate.
Display
SYSTEM
Rotary
encoder
MIDI
Settings
You
can
use
the
MIDI
interface
to
control
various
aspects
of
this
unit.
For
example,
you
can
switch
between
memorized
effects
by
using
the
program
table,
or
save
your
custom
effects
to
and
external
storage
device.
1
Press
SYSTEM.
The
first
MIDI
parameter
EAN!
channel)
appears
automatically.
7
EDIT
PARAMETER
EXIT
<-->
The
“MIDI
Tab!”
parameter
lets
you
create
a
MIDI
program
table
that
specifies
which
MIDI
program
change
commands
will
activate
which
programs.
System:MIDI
Tabl
MIDI#OO1i1—-PrgstOO0!l
The
“MIDI
Bulk”
parameter
lets
you
specify
the
range
of
MIDI
data
to
be
output.
System:MIDI
Bulk
Trans
Syus-f400
2
Press
EDIT
PARAMETER
or
=>
to
choose
the
MIDI
parameter
you
want
to
adjust.
>
+
The
“MIDI
Ch”
parameter
lets
you
specify
the
MIDI
channel
(1~16)
System:MIDI
Ch
Channel
0]
The
“MIDI
Omni”
parameter
lets
you
turn
the
omni
function
on
or
off.
System:
MIDI
Omni
Omni
Mode
On
The
“MIDI
Out”
parameter
lets
you
specify
the
function
of
the
MIDI
OUT/THRU
jack.
:
System:MIDI
Out
Out/Thru
Thru
3
Use
the
rotary
encoder
to
make
the
adjustments
you
desire.
Setting
the
MIDI
channel
1
Use
the
rotary
encoder
to
specify
the
MIDI
channel
(1~16).
2
Press
EXIT
to
return
to
the
play
mode
or
press
EDIT
PARAMETER
@
or
™®
to
switch
to
another
parameter.
Setting
the
MIDI
omni
operation
1
Use
the
rotary
eneoder
to
select
“On”
or
“Off”.
a
2
Press
EXIT
to
return
to
the
play
mode
or
press
EDIT
PARAMETER
@
or
™®
to
switch
to
another
parameter.
Setting
the
MIDI
Thru/Out
1
Use
the
rotary
encoder
to
select
“Thru”
or
“Out”.
Thru:
Data
input
to
the
MIDI
IN
jack
is
output
as
is.
Out:
Outputs
bulk
transfer
data,
etc.
2
Press
EXIT
to
return
to
the
play
mode
or
press
EDIT
PARAMETER
or
=
to
switch
to
another
parameter.
1
7
18"
System
Operations
Setting
the
MIDI
Program
Table
1
Use
the
rotary
encoder
to
specify
the
MIDE
program
change
number,
Sucton
MbDi
Tabi
MIDI#O001—Proftoot
2
Press
EDIT
PARAMETER
=.
eS
3
Use
the
rotary
encoder
to
specify
the
program
to
be
switched
to.
Syustem:MIDI
Tab]
MIDIHOOGOG-Prot006
4
Press
EXIT
to
return
to
the
play
mode
or
press
EDIT
PARAMETER
©
or
=
to
switch
to
another
parameter.
Setting
the
MIDI
Bulk
Transfer
Options
1
Make
sure
the
“MIDI
Thru/Out”
setting
is
set
to
“Out”.
2
Use
the
rotary
encoder
to
select
“Sys”
or
the
first
program
number
to
be
transferred.
You
can
transfer
either
system
settings
or
program
data.
(Sys)
:
Transfers
data
for
the
settings
made
in
the
system
mode.
(#201~#400):
Transfers
the
program
data
for
the
specified
range
of
program
numbers
System:MIDI
Bulk
t#201—-8400
Trans
Ww
Press
EDIT
PARAMETER
=.
+
Use
the
rotary
encoder
to
select
the
last
program
number
to
be
transferred.
Sustem:MIOL
Bulk
Trans
Sys—400
5
Press
ENTER
(TAP)
to
output
the
data.
“Transterring..”
appears
during
the
transfer.
When
finished,
the
“MIDI
Bulk”
parameter
reappears.
6
Press
EXIT
to
return
to
the
play
mode
or
press
EDIT
PARAMETER
@
or
=
to
switch
to
another
parameter.
Other
Settings
The
system
set
up
parameters
let
vou
to
select
how
the
BYPASS
button
and
TAP
function
parameters
will
operate.
For
example,
you
can
set
BYPASS
mute
the
output
of
the
processor
instead
of
passing
the
input
signal.
1
Press
SYSTEM
twice.
The
first
set
up
parameter
(“Bypass”)
appears
automatically.
System:
Set
UP
BYP
Mode
Bypass
2.
Use
the
rotary
encoder
to
select
“Bypass”
or
“Muting”.
Select
When
Bypass
vou
want
to
output
the
original
signal
without
adding
anv
effects.
Only
the
original
signal
is
output
(see
“Bypass”
on
page
11).
Muting
g
vou
want
to
completely
cut
the
sound
output
from
the
processor
(including
the
input
signal).
We
especially
recommend
using
mute
when
connecting
the
processor
ina
send-return
loop
with
a
mixer
(as
shown
on
page
9).
3
Press
EDIT
PARAMETER
=
to
switch
to
“Tap”.
System:Set
UP
TaP
Mode
x
|
4
Use
the
rotary
encoder
to
select
“x1/4”,
“x1/3",
"x1/2",
“A,
"x2",
or
“x3”.
“Fhesetepresent
different
ratios
for
calculating
the”
values
input
via
the
TAP
function.
Example:
When
the
tap
is
set
to
“x1/4”,
tapping
at
a
rate
that
would
normally
create
a
1
second
delay
creates
a
().25
second
delay.
5
Press
EXIT
to
return
to
the
play
mode.
Additional
Information
Restoring
the
Original
Factory
Settings
You
can
restore
the
entire
user
memory
and
all
system
settings
to
the
original
factory
conditions.
:
1
Turn
off
the
power.
2
Hold
down
SAVE
and
SYSTEM,
and
turn
the
power
back
on.
“All
Initialize!!”
appears
in
the
display
and
the
unit
is
reset
to
the
original
factory
settings.
-
Note
All
user
memory
data
is
rewritten
by
the
original
factory
data.
Before
restoring
the
original
factory
settings,
be
sure
to
save
all
necessary
data
(in
a
MIDI
data
filer,
etc.).
Replacing
the
Memory
Back-up
Battery
If
“Battery
Low!”
appears
in
the
display
when
you
turn
on
the
power,
the
internal
memory
back-up
battery
is
nearly
exhausted.
In
order
to
preserve
the
user
memory
data,
promptly
request
battery
replacement
service
from
the
store
of
purchase
or
a
nearby
Sony
dealer.
Note
User
memory
data
may
be
reverted
to
the
original
factory
data
when
requesting
battery
replacement.
Be
sure
to
save
important
data
using
an
external
MIDI
data
filer,
or
by
writing
down
the
settings
on
a
piece
of
paper
(etc.).
Troubleshooting
If
this
unit
does
not
operate
as
expected,
the
problem
may
simply
be
an
oversight,
a
disconnected
cable
or
a
setting
error.
Before
calling
a
service
technician,
compare
the
symptoms
of
the
problem
with
those
listed
below
to
see
if
you
can
correct
the
problem
yourself.
No‘sound
is
heard,
or
the
sound
is
small.
Press
BYPASS
to
cancel
mute.
Check
to
see
if
the
INPUT
LEVEL
knobs
are
set
to
the
appropriate
level.
Check
that
all
the
cables
are
connected
correctly.
Make
sure
the
level
of
the
“Master
Level”
parameter
is
not
set
excessively
low
(see
page
14).
Check
the
volume
of
the
connected
amplifier
or
mixer.
4+
uh
ue
The
input
sound
is
not
modified.
=>
Press
BYPASS
to
cancel
bypass.
=>
Is
one
(or
both)
of
the
effects
set
to
“Off”?
The
input
level
indicator
lights
red.
=>
Turn
INPUT
LEVEL
to
the
left
to
reduce
the
input
level
of
the
respective
channel.
=>
Reduce
the
output
level
of
the
source
component.
=>
Set
the
INPUT
level
selector
switch
to
+4
dB
and
use
the
INPUT
adjustment
knob
to
re-adjust
the
input
level.
MIDI
operations
cannot
be
carried
out.
=>
Make
sure
the
MIDI
receive
channel
matches
the
transmit
channel
of
the
MIDI
device.
=>
Make
sure
the
MIDI
cable
is
connected
securely.
=
Make
sure
the
MIDI
program
table
is
set
correctly.
“RAM
Error!"
appears
in
the
display
and
output
is
cut
off.
=>
Reset
the
unit
using
the
procedure
described
in
“Restoring
the
Original
Factory
Settings”.
.
1
ge
7
q
Additional
Information
Precautions
On
safety
*
Should
any
liquid
or
solid
object
fall
into
the
unit,
unplug
the
unit
and
have
the
unit
checked
by
qualifiéd
personnel!
before
operating
it
any
further.
On
power
sources
¢
Before
operating
the
unit,
be
sure
that
the
operating
voltage
of
your
unit
is
identical
with
that
of
your
local
power
supply.
¢
Unplug
the
unit
from
the
wall
outlet
if
it
is
not
to
be
used
for
an
extended
period
of
time.
To
disconnect
the
cord,
pull
it
out
by
grasping
the
plug.
Never
pull
the
cord
itself.
¢
AC
power
cord
must
be
changed
only
at
the
qualified
service
shop.
On
placement
*
Place
the
unit
in
a
location
with
adequate
ventilation
to
prevent
heat
build-up
and
prolong
the
life
of
its
components.
*
Do
not
place
the
unit
near
heat
sources,
or
ina
place
subject
to
direct
sunlight,
excessive
dust
or
mechanical
shock.
¢
Do
not
place
anything
on
top
of
the
cabinet
which
might
block
the
ventilation
holes
and
cause
malfunctions.
On
cleaning
the
cabinet
¢
Clean
the
cabinet,
panels
and
controls
with
a
soft
cloth
lightly
moistened
with
a
mild
detergent
solution.
Do
not
use
any
type
of
abrasive
pad,
scouring
powder
or
solvent
such
as
alcohol
or
benzine.
On
repacking
¢
Do
not
throw
away
the
carton
and
the
packing
material.
This
makes
an
ideal
container
when
transporting
the
unit.
When
shipping
the
unit,
repack
it
as
it
was
packed
at
the
factory.
If
you
have
any
question
or
problem
concerning
your
unit
that
is
not
covered
in
this
manual,
please
consult
your
nearest
Sony
dealer.
When
requesting
repairs,
all
user
program
data
(#201~400)
will
be
reverted
to
the
original
factory
data
settings.
Before
requesting
repairs,
be
sure
to
save
your
important
data
using
an
external
MIDIJ-data
filer,
or
by
making
written
notes
of
the
parameter
settings.
20%"
A/D
Converter
D/A
Converter
20
bit
reselution
20
bit
resolution
Sampling
Frequency
48
KLIz
Input
reference
maximum
input
Jack
type
inputlevel
inputlevel
impedance
circuit
type
-
PHONE
-10
dBu
+20
dBu
More
than
unbalanced
or
+4
dBu
45
kilohms
Output
reference
maximum
load
Jack
type
output
level
output
level
impedance
circuit
type
PHONE
~10
dBu
+10
dBu
less
than
1
unbalanced
or
+4
dBu
or+20dBu
—
kilohm
MIDI
Input/Output
Frequency
Response
Signal-to—Noise
Ratio
Distortion
Effect
Algorithms
Memory
Power
Source
Power
Consumption
Dimensions
Mass
Supplied
accessories
Jack:
5
pin
DIN
(IN
x
1,
OUT/THRU
x
1)
OUT/THRU
can
be
set
to
cither
OUT
or
THRU
20
Hz
~
22
KHz
(+0,
-1
dB)
Greater
than
93
dB
Less
then
0.005%
(1
kHz)
45
(4ch:
9,
2ch:
27,
Mono-Pair:
9)
Preset
200
locations
(numbers
001~200)
User
200
locations
(numbers
201~400)
AC
120
V,
60
Hz
11
W
(120
V)
19
x
3'/:
x
11°/s
inches
(482
x
88
x
290
mm)
(WxHxD
not
including
projections)
Approx.
9:6
lbs
(3.6
kg)
Operating
Instructions
(1)
Effect
Parameter
Guide
(1)
Preset
Memory
Catalog
(1)
Design
and
specitications
subject
to
change
without
notice.
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