TC Electronic DITTO X2 LOOPER User manual

English Manual
Ditto X2 Looper

Ditto X2 Looper English Manual a
Important safety instructions 1
EMC / EMI 2
Explanation of graphic symbols 2
About this manual 3
Introduction 3
Setup 4
Setup examples 5
Inputs, outputs, controls 10
1. Power input 10
2. Audio inputs 10
3. Audio outputs 10
4. LOOP footswitch and LED 10
5. FX footswitch and LED 10
6. Loop / backing track level
control knob 10
7. Store / Delete / Backing
track level switch 10
8. FX selector switch 10
9. USB port 10
Creating loops 11
Storing, importing and exporting loops 14
Jam Track Central tracks 17
Using effects 18
Bypass modes 20
Frequently asked questions 20
Footswitch LED state reference 21
Updating the firmware 22
Changing the batteries 22
Technical specifications 23
Getting support 23
Product Ditto X2 Looper
Product (firmware) version 1.0
Document English Manual
Document version / date 2014-11-20

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 a 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 is 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, con-
venience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories speci-
fied by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the ap-
paratus. 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.
Caution
You are cautioned that any change or modifi-
cations not expressly approved in this manual
could void your authority to operate this equip-
ment.
Service
– All service must be performed by qualified
personnel.
Warning
– To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture
and objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
should not be placed on this apparatus.
– Do not install this device in a confined space.

Explanation of graphic symbols
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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 interference
to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged 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.
Explanation of
graphic symbols
The lightning bolt triangle is used to
alert the user to the presence of unin-
sulated “dangerous voltages” within
the unit’s chassis that may be of suffi-
cient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to humans.
The exclamation point triangle is used
to alert the user to presence of impor-
tant operating and service instructions
in the literature accompanying the
product.

Introduction
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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!
Introduction
Ditto X2 Looper is the logical heir to the looping
throne after the smash hit Ditto Looper. It houses
all the features that made the original Ditto Loop-
er such a success – and then some!
New to Ditto X2 Looper is a user interface sport-
ing two footswitches. The FX footswitch allows
you to trigger two types of loop effects: “Re-
verse” and “Half speed”. This second foot-
switch can also be used as a dedicated stop
switch – allowing you to stop and delete loops on
stage more effectively. You can export and im-
port loops to and from your PC or Mac, allowing
you to use your creations in your DAW or prepare
complex backing tracks for use on stage. Last
but not least, Ditto X2 Looper features stereo
inputs and outputs
Of course, Ditto X2 Looper sports the same fea-
tures that made the original Ditto such a suc-
cess:
– five minutes of looping time,
– unlimited overdubs,
– overdub undo/redo,
– true-bypass, analog dry-through design and
– 24 bit uncompressed high quality audio.

Setup
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Setup
Ready…
The Ditto X2 Looper box should contain the fol-
lowing items:
– 1 Ditto X2 Looper pedal
– 2 rubber feet for “non-velcro” pedalboard
mounting
– 1 USB cable (for transferring loops from and
to a computer and for updating the pedal
firmware)
– 1 “Quick Start Guide” sheet
– 1 TC Electronic sticker
– 1 leaflet about TC’s guitar FX product range
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 delivering a mini-
mum of 100 mA with the following symbol to
the DC input socket of Ditto X2 Looper.
! Please note that Ditto X2 Looper does not
come with a power supply.
– Plug the power supply into a power outlet.
– Alternatively, you can operate Ditto X2 Looper
using one or two 9V batteries.
Ditto X2 Looper has two battery slots. You
can operate the pedal using only one battery,
but using two batteries will prolong operation
time.
– Connect your instrument to the MONO input
jack on the rear of the pedal using a ¼“ jack
cable. You can also feed the pedal with a ste-
reo signal by using both INPUT jacks.
– Connect the MONO output jack on the rear
of the pedal to your amplifier using a ¼“ jack
cable. You can also send a stereo signal from
the pedal to the next device in the signal chain
by using both OUTPUT jacks.
For more complex setups, see “Setup exam-
ples” on page 5.
Let’s get loopin’!
If you are in a hurry, chances are you’ll find what
you’re looking for in this overview.
Operation
Power up
Ditto X2 Looper
Connect a power supply or in-
sert a battery.
Record Tap the LOOP footswitch
once.
Switch to
playback
Tap the LOOP footswitch
again.
Undo/Redo last
recording
Press and hold the LOOP foot-
switch.
Stop Double-tap the LOOP foot-
switch or
Tap the FXfootswitch (FX se-
lector has to be set to “Stop”)
Stop & clear the
loop
Double-tap and hold the LOOP
footswitch or
Tap and hold the FXfootswitch
(FX selector has to be set to
“Stop”)
Resume
playback
Tap the LOOP footswitch
again.
Engage
Reverse effect
Tap the FXfootswitch
(FX selector has to be set to
“Reverse”)
Engage
½ Speed effect
Tap the FXfootswitch
(FX selector has to be set to
“½ Speed”)

Setup examples
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Setup examples
Setup example 1:
Basic looping – no effects
This is the most basic mono setup: your instru-
ment, Ditto X2 Looper and your amp.
Combo
Input

Setup examples
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Setup example 2:
Ditto X2 Looper and effects
Place your effects before Ditto X2 Looper. This
will allow you to create and record different
sounds within the same looping session simply
by switching your effects on and off.
Modulation
Pedals
Combo
Input
Drive
Pedals

Setup examples
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Setup example 3:
Ditto X2 Looper in an FX loop
If you are using an amp equipped with an FX
loop, place your modulation effects and Ditto X2
Looper in that FX loop. Again: To get the most
out of your setup, place Ditto X2 Looper at the
end of the FX loop. This gives you the flexibility
to add parts with or without signal processing by
simply switching effects on and off as required.
FX Loop Send ►
◄FX Loop Return
Reverb, delay and
modulation pedals
Combo
Input ▼
Drive
Pedal(s)

Setup examples
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Setup example 4:
Dual amp setup
Got two amps? Feed’em!
Stereo effect pedals
Drive
pedal
Combos