TC-Helicon VoiceTone T1 User manual

VoiceTone T1
USER’S MANUAL

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. Install in accor-
dance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8 Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampli-
fiers) that produce heat.
9 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
10 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
Warning!
• Toreducetheriskoffireorelectricalshock,donot
expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and
ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
are placed on the equipment.
• Donotinstallinaconfinedspace.
Service
• Allservicemustbeperformedbyqualifiedpersonnel.
Caution:
You are cautioned that any change or modifications
not expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
EMC/EMI
Thisequipmenthasbeentestedandfoundtocomplywith
the limits for a Class B Digital device, pursuant to part 15
of the FCC rules.

Theselimitsaredesignedtoprovidereasonableprotection
against harmful interference in residential 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
interference to radio or television reception – which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on –, the
user is encouraged to try correcting the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna.
• Increasetheseparationbetweentheequipmentand
the receiver.
• Connecttheequipmenttoanoutletonacircuit
different from the one to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consultthedealeroranexperiencedradio/TV
technician for help.
For the customers in Canada:
ThisClassBdigitalapparatuscomplieswithCanadian
ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

(EN) Introduction
VoiceTone T1 polishes your live vocal sound with studio-grade dynamics and EQ processors
Likehavingapersonalsoundengineerwithyouatallyourperformances,VoiceToneT1automatically
reacts to your voice and applies studio quality dynamics and EQ to bring out your most exciting vocal
tone. Now you can put a recorded gloss on your live singing without the setup and adjustment of
complex equipment normally required to achieve “that sound”.
• Super-simpleoperationisdesignedtogiveyougreatvocalsoundrightnow!
• ”Setandforget”centernotchesintheShapeandComp/De-Esscontrolsdefinethemostcommon
effect settings so you don’t have to search for your sound.
• Warmthcontroladdsjusttherightamountoflowfrequencieswhenyouwantthem.
• MicControlfeatureworkswithoptionalTC-HeliconMP-75mictoadd“on-mic”effectswitching.
• USBconnectiontocomputerforeasyfirmwareupdates,newsandtipsviathefreeVoiceSupport
application.
• BalancedXLRinandoutwithphantompowerforcondensermicrophones.

1 - Effect on/off footswitch
2 - Effect active LED indicator
3 - Dynamics amount control
4 - Adaptive Shape EQ amount control
5 - MIC GAIN control for input level
6 - Balanced XLR mic input
7 - Balanced XLR mono output
8 - Power in
9 - USB connector to computer
10 - Input level LED; green=signal, red=clip
11 - Effect on/off via optional mic (MP-75): in=on
12 - Warmth adds bass EQ
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Connecting
MIC jack-ConnectyourmichereusingabalancedXLRcable.
Phantom power is always on.
OUT jack-ConnecttoyourPAmixer,anotherVoiceTonepedal
or powered speaker.
Power in-Connectthesupplied12VDCpowersupply.
USB -ConnecttoacomputerrunningtheTC-Helicon
VoiceSupportapplicationforregistration,latestversionandtips.
• Turn down your PA when making all connections
• ThelatestversionofVoiceSupportisavailablefreefromwww.tc-helicon.com/voicesupport
• TheUSBconnectiondoesnotprovidepowertotheunit

First Setup and Use
1.TurndownyourPA’smastervolumeandsetthedesiredinputchannelEQtoflat(EQ=off).
2.ConnectyourmicandPAasshowninthediagramfirst,thenplugintheACadaptor.Forlive
performance,aUSBconnectiontoacomputerisnotrequired.
3.SettheShapeandComp/De-esscontrolstothecenternotch.TurnWarmthoffifisisn’talready.
4.SingintoyourmicwhileadjustingtheMICGAINcontrolsothattheinputlevelLEDflashesgreen.
Brief flashes of red on the LED on your loudest singing are ok.
5. Ensure that the effect is on (center LED is lit).
6.SingwhileturningupyourPAvolumetoacomfortablelevel.
VoiceToneT1willtakeamomenttoadjusttothetoneofyourvoice.Itconstantlyadjustsasyousing.
You will notice your voice is pleasantly brighter and smoother.
Phantom Power
ThereisnoswitchtoenablephantompowerontheVoiceTonesingles.Phantompowerisavailable
when the product is powered. Microphones that don’t require phantom power will operate properly.
AlwaysapplypowerasthelastconnectionstepandensureyourPAismuted.Thiswillreducethe
chance of audio crackles that could harm your equipment.

Effect Descriptions
Shape - Controls multiple bands of EQ (equalization or tone).Addsbrightnesswhileremovingbass
frequenciesthatcontributetomuddysoundinyourspecificvoice.TurningtheShapecontrolpastthe
notch setting adds more brightness.
Comp / De-ess - Combines these two pro dynamics effects in one control. Compression reduces
vocalpeaksthatcanbeuncomfortableforlistenersespeciallyatloudPAvolumes.VoiceToneT1
automatically gives you the right amount of gentle compression whether you’re singing right on the mic
or further away. De-essreducesSss,TandDsoundsinyoursingingtoaddextrastudiopolish.
Warmth - Can be used to restore a narrow bass frequency band that adds fullness without making
your voice muddy.
Using Multiple VoiceTone Single Pedals
Itispossible(evenencouraged!)tousemorethanoneVoiceTonepedalatatime.Youwillonlyneed
toadjusttheMICGAINcontrolofthefirstpedalinthechain.Ontherest,MICGAINshouldbesetto
the minimum (fully left) position.
Theorderofthepedalsisimportant.Seethefollowingtableshowing2,3and4pedalcombinations.
2Pedals D1>R1 T1>D1 C1>D1 3Pedals T1>D1>R1 T1>C1>R1
  T1>C1 T1>R1 C1>R1  C1>D1>R1 T1>C1>R1
4Pedals T1>C1>D1>R1

The VoiceSupport Application
VoiceSupportisyourwayofgettingthemostfromyourTC-Heliconproduct,aswellaslettingyour
productgrowwithfirmwareupdates.VoiceSupportincludes:
• Accesstofirmwareupdatesandnewfeatures
• Videos,artistprofiles,tips&tricks
• Registrationofyourproduct
To access the VoiceSupport application:
1.DownloadVoiceSupportfromwww.tc-helicon.com/voicesupport.
2.InstallVoiceSupportonyourcomputer.
3.ConnectyourproductviaUSBtoyourcomputer.
4.RunVoiceSupport.
5. Read the news, click on tabs and browse the features of the application.

Using the Mic Control Feature
MicControlallowsyoutoturneffectsonandofffromtheoptionalTC-HeliconMP-75microphone.
PushtheMICCONTROLswitchintoallowremoteon/offcontrolonanyorallpedalsinachain.When
Mic Control is not desired, ensure the switch is out.Usingmultiplepedalsrequiresthecontrol signal
pass through featuretobeenabledonallbutthelastpedal.Toenableordisablethisfeature,holdthe
effect footswitch and the switch on the mic for 3 seconds.
Tips for Avoiding Feedback
• Ensureyourmonitorand/orPAspeakersdon’taimdirectlyatthefrontofyourmic
• Singclosetothemic,eventouchingthegrillwithyourlips
• Tryasuper-cardioiddynamicmicsuchasTC-Helicon’sMP-70andMP-75
• SetyourPAchannelEQandgraphicEQflat
• Haveyourbandplayquieteronstage.

FAQ
Why am I hearing distortion?
LikelytheMICGAINknobissettoohigh.EnsurethattheInputLEDisgreenmostofthetimewithonly
brief and rare peaks of red.
Can I use the product on an auxiliary send/return?
Yes.YouwillneedbalancedXLRtoTRScablestodoso.EnsurethattheMICGAINknobissetto
minimum to accept the line level signal from your mixer.
Will I need a DI box to connect to a mixer?
No.
Why is the product turning the effect on and off by itself?
ThiscanhappenwhenyouhavetheMICCONTROLknobpushedinandyouareconnectedtoamixer
with“pseudobalanced”outputs.UnlessyouareusingonlythespecificTC-HeliconmicwiththeMic
Controlfeature,theMICCONTROLknobshouldbeout.

(EN) Technical Specifications
Input Mic Input Impedance: Balanced: 2.68 kOhm
Mic Input Level @ 0 dBFS: -42dBu to +1dBu
 EIN@MaxMicGainRg=150Ohm: -126dBu
 MicinputSNR: >104dB
Output OutputImpedance,Bal./Unbal.: 200/100Ohm
Output Full Scale: +1 dBu
 DynamicRange: >104dB,20Hzto20kHz
Frequency Response: +0/-0.3 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Power PowerSupply(Supplied): 12V.4A
 PowerConsumption: 5.6W
Requirements OperatingTemperature: 32°Fto122°F(0°Cto50°C)
 StorageTemperature: -22°Fto167°F(-30°Cto70°C)
Humidity Max.: 90 % non-condensing
Size & Weight Dimensions:5.4”x3.5”x2.3”(140x90x60)Weight:0.92lb.(420g)
Warranty See www.tc-helicon.com\support for warranty information
Due to continuous development, these specifications are subject to change without notice