TC Electronic Alter Ego Delay User manual

Alter Ego Delay

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Alter Ego Delay English Manual Version 1.0 Table of contents
Important Safety Instructions 1
EMC / EMI 2
About this manual 3
TonePrint-enabled 3
Introduction 4
Unpacking and setting up 5
Setup examples 6
Choosing the right setup 8
Inputs, outputs, controls 10
1. Power input 10
2. Audio inputs 10
3. Audio outputs 10
4. Footswitch 10
5. DELAY – Delay time control 11
6. REGEN – Regeneration control 11
7. MIX – Effect level control 11
8. Delay type selector 11
9. Subdivision selector 11
10. USB port 11
Delay types 12
Using TonePrints 14
Bypass modes 16
Kill-dry on/off 16
Changing the battery 17
Technical Specifications 17
Getting support 17

Important Safety Instructions
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Important Safety
Instructions
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. In-
stall in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that pro-
duce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the po-
larized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The
wide blade or the third prong are provided
for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked
on or pinched particularly at plugs, conve-
nience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories speci-
fied by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, brack-
et, or table specified by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service per-
sonnel. Servicing is required when the ap-
paratus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is dam-
aged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the appara-
tus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.
Warning
Do not expose this equipment to dripping or
splashing and ensure that no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, are placed on the equip-
ment.
Do not install this device in a confined space.
Service
All service must be performed by qualified per-
sonnel.
Caution
You are cautioned that any change or modifi-
cations not expressly approved in this manual
could void your authority to operate this device.

EMC / EMI
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EMC / EMI
Electromagnetic compatibility /
Electromagnetic interference
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B Digital de-
vice, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in resi-
dential installations. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encour-
aged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equip-
ment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a cir-
cuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced ra-
dio / TV technician for help.
For customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Ca-
nadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

TonePrint-enabled
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About this manual
This manual will help you learn understanding
and operating your TC product.
This manual is only available as a PDF download
from the TC Electronic website.
Of course, you can print this manual, but we en-
courage you to use the PDF version, which has
both internal and external hyperlinks. For exam-
ple, clicking the TC Electronic logo in the upper
left corner of each page will take you to the table
of contents.
To get the most from this manual, please read it
from start to finish, or you may miss important
information.
To download the most current version of this
manual, visit tcelectronic.com/support/manuals/
Enjoy your TC product!
TonePrint-enabled
This TC Electronic product
supports TonePrints. Follow
the icon to learn more about
TonePrints, or go to
tcelectronic.com/toneprint/

Introduction
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Introduction
Aaron Miller, Founder of PGS
“In February of 2010, TC Electronic flew Andy
and I to their headquarters in Denmark. Andy
went along to create a number of TonePrints,
and I was presented with the possibility of a cus-
tom Flashback. I saw this as a really fun project
to work on. We get to do some really cool cus-
tom products with our manufacturers, and it’s
the part of my job that I enjoy the most. I mean
– really, who gets to do this kind of stuff?
After spending about 30 minutes with the Tone-
Print software, I realized that this software could
create nearly any sound that you want it to. My
mind began to race with the possibilities, and I
knew relatively quickly what we would create.
Being a complete delay geek, I own so many de-
lays that it’s quite frankly embarrassing. There
is no excuse for it, it’s an addiction. There are
two delays that I own that I consider some of my
most prized possessions. Very dear to my heart
are my original Binson Echorec, and a vintage
Electro Harmonix Deluxe Memory Man.
We are proud to present the result of the joint
collaboration between TC Electronic and Pro-
GuitarShop. Alter Ego Delay is a new take on the
very successful TC Electronic Flashback, fea-
turing two new presets modeled after a couple
classic delays: the Binson Echorec, and the EHX
Deluxe Memory Man.”

Unpacking and setting up
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Unpacking and
setting up
Ready…
The Alter Ego Delay box should contain the fol-
lowing items:
– 1 Alter Ego Delay pedal
– 2 rubber feet for “non-velcro” pedalboard
mounting
– 1 TC Electronic sticker
– 1 leaflet about TC’s guitar FX product range.
– 1 USB cable for transferring TonePrints from
the computer to the pedal and updating the
pedal firmware
Inspect all items for signs of transit damage. In
the unlikely event of transit damage, inform the
carrier and supplier.
If damage has occurred, keep all packaging as it
can be used as evidence of excessive handling
force.
Set…
– Connect a 9V power supply with the follow-
ing symbol to the DC input socket of Alter Ego
Delay.
! Please note that Alter Ego Delay does not
come with a power supply.
– Plug the power supply into a power outlet.
– Connect your instrument to the MONO IN jack
on the right side of the pedal using a ¼“ jack
cable. You can also feed the pedal with a ste-
reo signal by using both IN jacks.
– Connect the MONO OUT jack on the left side
of the pedal to your amplifier using a ¼“ jack
cable.
Play!

Setup examples
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Setup examples
Alter Ego Delay in front of the amp
Modulation
Pedals
Looper
Pedal
Combo
Input
Drive
Pedals
Reverb
Pedals

Setup examples
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Alter Ego Delay in an FX Loop
FX Loop Send ►
◄FX Loop Return
Modulation
Pedals
Looper
Pedal
Combo
Input ▼
Drive
Pedals
Reverb
Pedals

Delay effects and volume pedals: choosing the right setup
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Delay effects and volume pedals: choosing the right setup
You have a delay effect and a volume pedal. Great! Now – which setup is right for you? It really depends on how you intend to shape your sound.
“I want to be able to turn down the volume of everything!”
Cool. Then you will want to place your volume pedal after Alter Ego Delay.
Modulation
Pedals
Looper
Pedal
Combo
Input
Drive
Pedals
Reverb
Pedals
▲
Your volume pedal goes somewhere over here.