Two Notes VM-202 User manual
TORPEDO VM-202
User manual
V1.1 - 2011/04/18
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VM-202 User Manual
Manual Version 1.1 - 2011/04/18.
The complete electronic version of this manual, as well as the Torpedo Remote and Torpedo Capture
software, are subject to updates. You can download the most recent versions of these products on the
following website http://www.two-notes.com/en/Produits-Two-Notes/Telechargements.html.
This manual describes the TORPEDO VM-202 and provides instructions for its operation. It is highly rec-
ommended to read this document before using the machine. The VM-202 is a professional product hence
OROSYS SAS assumes that the user is technically qualified to operate the product, as well as the other
devices that will be connected to it. The contents of this manual have been thoroughly verified and it is
believed, unless stated otherwise, to accurately describe the product at the time of shipment from the
factory.
Two Notes Audio Engineering is a registered trademark of :
OROSYS SAS
145 rue de la Marbrerie, BAL n°6
34740 Vendargues
France
Tel : +33 (0)484 250 910
Fax : +33 (0)467 595 703
http://www.two-notes.com
This document is the exclusive property of OROSYS SAS. In the interest of product development, OROSYS
SAS reserves the right to change the technical specifications, modify and/or cease the production without
prior notice. OROSYS SAS can not be held responsible for the damages that would result due to inappro-
priate use of the Torpedo VM-202 ; please refer to the safety instructions included in this manual. The
reproduction of any part of this document is strictly forbidden without the written authorization of OROSYS
SAS.
All product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Product names and
trademarks found in this document were used during the development of the Torpedo product but are in
no way associated or affiliated with OROSYS SAS.
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Contents
1 Foreword 7
1 Safetyinstructions.............................................. 7
1.1 Riskofelectricshock ........................................ 7
1.2 Readerwarning........................................... 7
1.3 Mainspower............................................. 8
1.4 Groundconnection ........................................ 8
1.5 Mainsfuse .............................................. 8
1.6 Safetyuseconditions........................................ 8
1.7 Cleaning ............................................... 8
1.8 Maintenance ............................................ 9
2 Declarationofconformity ......................................... 9
3 Contentofthepackage.......................................... 9
4 Warranty ................................................... 9
2 Quick start 11
1 Introducing the Torpedo VM-202 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2 Onlyaspeakersimulation?........................................ 11
2.1 Two simultaneous channels ! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.2 TubeStageOutput ......................................... 13
2.3 TheTorpedotechnology...................................... 13
2.4 SectionPostFX............................................ 13
3 Product description : front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4 Product description : rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5 TORPEDOVM-202quickstart ....................................... 14
5.1 Navigation with the VM-202 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3 Connecting the Torpedo VM-202 17
1 RoutingtheInputs/Outputs ........................................ 17
1.1 VM-202integration ......................................... 19
1.2 Inthestudio ............................................. 19
1.3 Onstage ............................................... 20
1.4 Dry recording and re-miking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
4 Configuring and using the Torpedo VM-202 23
1 TheVM-202interface............................................ 23
2 Inputgaincontrol.............................................. 24
3 Maincontrolpanel ............................................. 24
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4 SETUP ..................................................... 25
4.1 Audio ................................................. 25
4.2 Routing ................................................ 25
4.3 Midi .................................................. 26
4.4 System ................................................ 26
4.5 DeviceID............................................... 26
5 PROGRAM .................................................. 27
5.1 Save.................................................. 27
5.2 Name................................................. 27
6 COMPARE .................................................. 27
7 SPKR/MIC................................................... 28
7.1 PowerAmp.............................................. 28
7.2 SpeakerandMic .......................................... 28
7.3 User .................................................. 29
8 MIKING .................................................... 29
8.1 Distance ............................................... 29
8.2 Center ................................................ 30
8.3 Position ................................................ 30
8.4 Variphi ................................................ 30
8.5 Overload............................................... 31
8.6 Dry/Wet............................................... 31
9 BYPASS .................................................... 31
10 POSTFX.................................................... 31
10.1 EQ................................................... 31
10.2 Exciter................................................. 32
10.3 Comp................................................. 32
11 Output volume control and headphone output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
5 MIDI implementation 35
1 PROGRAMCHANGE ............................................ 35
2 CONTROLCHANGE............................................. 35
6 Technical specifications 37
7 Technical support 39
1 TwoNotesWebsite ............................................. 39
2 Bye-mail ................................................... 39
3 Byphone................................................... 39
Part 1
Foreword
1 Safety instructions
Before using the product, it is necessary to carefully read and to bear in mind the following information.
Keep this document in a safe place as it is important for the protection of the user and the product. If any
malfunction of the machine is suspected, you should always seek the assistance of a qualified technician.
1.1 Risk of electric shock
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
AVIS : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE. NE PAS OUVRIR.
The warning panel located at the back of the unit lists all the messages related to your safety. All the
internal parts of the unit must only be manipulated by a qualified technician.
The triangle symbol with a lightning means that some parts of the product, even
when the power is turned off or unplugged, can retain voltages high enough to lead
to serious electric shock. Any operation that requires opening the machine should
be left to a qualified technician.
1.2 Reader warning
The triangle symbol with an exclamation mark indicates important messages con-
cerning the correct operation of the machine.
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Foreword
1.3 Mains power
Please verify that the voltage required by the machine matches the voltage of your country. If not or if
unsure, don’t connect the machine to the wall outlet, this could result in damage to the machine and
poential injuries to the user.
This product must not be used when there is lightning. In case of several weather with a risk of lightning,
unplug the mains power supply to reduce the risk of electric shock and fire.
The mains power cable provided with the machine complies with the standards of the country where
you purchased the product. If replacement is needed, please use a standard compliant cable.
1.4 Ground connection
For safety reasons, the machine needs to be plugged to a wall outlet providing a ground connection. If
your electric installation does not provide a ground connection or if you are unsure, please ask a qualified
electrician for help.
If your mains power cable doesn’t match your wall outlet, ask a qualified electrician for help.
Never remove the outer or inner ground connection of the unit to prevent risks of electric shock or fire.
1.5 Mains fuse
The unit comes with a thermal fuse in the mains power input. If replacement is needed, first unplug the
mains power cable. Always use a fuse of the same type as the original one.
To prevent risk of electric shock and fire, never try to bypass the fuse by any means
1.6 Safety use conditions
The Torpedo must never be used :
• near a heat source,
• near a flame,
• in the rain,
• in damp areas,
• near any kinds of liquids.
The unit is designed to be rackmounted into a 19" rack unit with 4 screws (not provided).
When transporting the unit, care needs to be taken to avoid any shocks that could cause damage
that would require the assistance of a qualified technician.
Never cover or restrict the ventilation openings. Never unplug or deactivate the heat control monitoring
system, or you will be exposed to risk of electric shock and fire.
1.7 Cleaning
Always use a dry and soft cloth with no alcohol or solvents for cleaning. Please keep the unit clean and
free from dust.
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1.8 Maintenance
All maintenance operations must be done by service centers approved by OROSYS SAS or by qualified
technicians. Never try to repair the machine by yourself.
2 Declaration of conformity
Fabricant : OROSYS SAS
Category of product : digital audio signal processor
Product : Torpedo VM-202
Test Manager : Guillaume Pille
The Two Notes Torpedo VM-202 is certified to be compliant to the CE and FCC standards :
• EN 55103-1 : 1996 et EN 55103-2 : 1996.
• EN 60065 05/2002 + A1 05/2006.
• FCC Part 15 : 2008.
• ICES-003 : 2004.
3 Content of the package
The shipped package contains :
1. One Torpedo VM-202 unit in a protecting sleeve,
2. One mains power cable,
3. One USB cable,
4. One owner’s manual.
The complete electronic version of this manual, as well as the Torpedo Remote and Torpedo Capture
software are subject to updates. You can download the most recent versions of these products on the
following website http://www.two-notes.com/en/Produits-Two-Notes/Telechargements.html.
4 Warranty
OROSYS SAS warrants that this TWO NOTES AUDIO ENGINEERING product shall be free of defects in parts
and workmanship when used under normal operating conditions for a period of two (2) years from the
date of purchase. This warranty shall apply to the original purchaser when purchased from an Authorized
TWO NOTES AUDIO ENGINEERING dealer.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT, AS IT IS YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE COVERING YOUR
LIMITED WARRANTY. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT YOUR SALES RECEIPT.
Defective products that qualify for coverage under this warranty will be repaired or replaced, (at
OROSYS SAS’s sole discretion) with a like or comparable product, without charge. In the case that warranty
service is required, Please contact your authorized TWO NOTES AUDIO ENGINEERING dealer in order to ob-
tain an RMA to return the complete product to the Authorized TWO NOTES AUDIO ENGINEERING Service
Center closest to you, with proof of purchase, during the applicable warranty period.
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Foreword
Transportation costs to the service center ARE NOT INCLUDED in this limited warranty. OROSYS SAS will
cover the cost of standard ground return transportation for repairs performed under this warranty.
This limited warranty becomes void if the serial number on the product is defaced or removed, or the
product has been damaged by alteration, misuse including connection to faulty or unsuitable ancillary
equipment, accident including lightning, water, fire, or neglect; or if repair has been attempted by persons
not authorized by OROSYS SAS.
Any implied warranties, including without limitation, any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness
for any particular purpose, imposed under state or provincial law are limited to the duration of this limited
warranty. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above limitations may not be applicable.
OROSYS SAS ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE RESULTING FROM ANY FAILURE OF THIS
PRODUCT NOR ANY LOSS OF INCOME, SATISFACTION, OR DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE LOSS OF USE OF
SAME DUE TO DEFECTS OR AVAILABILITY OF SAME DURING SERVICE.
In case you have to send your TWO NOTES AUDIO ENGINEERING product to any other location, it is of
vital importance to retain the original packing materials. It is very difficult to avoid damage if shipping
the product without these materials. OROSYS SAS is not responsible for damages to the product due to
improper packaging and reserves the right to charge a reboxing fee for any unit returned for service
without the original packing materials.
THE FOREGOING CONSTITUTES THE ONLY WARRANTY MADE BY OROSYS SAS WITH RESPECT TO THE PROD-
UCTS AND IS MADE EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED
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Part 2
Quick start
1 Introducing the Torpedo VM-202
Two Notes Audio Engineering is proud to introduce the VM-202, the second product of the Torpedo series.
This product has been developed through several years of technical development, with great attention
to the needs of guitarists, bassists and sound technicians confronted to the challenges of miking of instru-
ment amplifiers, on stage or in studio. The Two Notes team took extreme care to design the high-end,
professional Torpedo VM-202 rack unit. Our goal is to provide ease of use, reliability, versatility and, above
all, perfect audio quality.
The Torpedo technology was created as an answer to the high pressure musicians have to deal with :
a lack of time, limited gear availability, loud amplifiers that can’t be played at desired volume, and bulky
and heavy cabinet to carry. In addition, many musicians are most comfortable with their analog amplifier
and effect pedals, and don’t want to perform using modeling digital systems, which may compromise
their playing style and sound.
For them, the VM-202 offers a "virtual" alternative to the traditional miking, using a technology derived
from the convolution reverberation, to achieve a degree of realism never experienced previously with
simulators
2 Only a speaker simulation ?
The VM-202 is placed between a preamplifier (guitar, bass, or any product with a line output) and a
recorder (Digital Audio Workstation, tape recorder) or a sound diffusion system (headphones, monitors).
The role of this unit is to replace the following elements of the traditional guitarist setup :
• the amplifier
• the speaker cabinet,
• the microphone,
• the microphone preamplifier,
to provide a shaped direct signal, the closest possible from a traditional guitar miking, in a professional
studio environment.
The preamplifier miking is made in 3 steps with the VM-202 :
1. choose an amplifier, a speaker cabinet and a microphone (Spkr/mic section),
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2. place the microphone in the virtual studio (Miking section),
3. shape the signal (Post FX section).
With each step, Two Notes Audio Engineering implements its know-how to propose the most advanced
simulations on the market and ensure a total realism both for the musician (playing sensations) and the
listener (sound quality).
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6
5
1
Big Preamp
1
0
Analog Line Device
1
0
Digital SPDIF/AES/EBU
Device
1
0
Multi FX
1
0
Figure 2.1: Wiring the VM-202
1TORPEDO VM-202 3Synth, electric piano 5Digital multi-FX
2Guitar or bass preamplifier 4Analog line device 6Digital S/PDIF/AES/EBU device
2.1 Two simultaneous channels !
The VM-202 receives two input channels (1 and 2) and send two output channels (L and R). Two Notes
proposes different routing modes to allow the unit to interface with other stereo, mono or dual-mono
products (two independent channels).
With the VM-202, you have two simultaneous A and B channels, linked or independent. As in a pro-
fessional studio, you can route these two channels to make a mix of two different systems (tube output,
microphone, speaker cabinet), two different instruments miking (a guitar and a bass preamplifier) or a
multi-microphones miking process.
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2.2 Tube Stage Output
The VM-202 handles any kind of instrument with a line output. When using a guitar/bass preamplifier with
other speaker emulators, the guitarist/bassist may miss the power amplifier’s contribution to the overall
sonic texture. Many musicians get their sound from a particular use of this element and this possibility is
present in the VM-202. To do this, Two Notes developed an original tube stage modeling, giving you the
choice between 4 different tube models in Push-Pull or Single Ended configurations. You can push this tube
stage like a conventional amplifier and look for this subtle yet particular distortion. If the VM-202 is used as a
super-DI for keyboards, this feature, developed for guitarists and bassists, is also very interesting to warm-up
the sound of a synthesizer, organ or a digital piano.
2.3 The Torpedo technology
The Torpedo technology was created as an answer to the high pressure musicians have to deal with ; a
lack of time, limited gear availability, loud amplifiers that can’t be played at desired volume, bulky and
heavy cabinet to carry. In addition, many musicians are most comfortable with their analog amplifier
and effect pedals, and don’t want to perform using modeling digital systems, which may compromise
their playing style and sound. Two Notes developed a unique technology based on an adaptation of
convolution techniques. Starting with a measure of a real cabinet + microphone setup, the Torpedo VM-
202 can accurately reproduce the system as it was measured, as well as the microphone position in space
and the natural distortion of the loudspeakers. To take fully advantage of these digital algorithms, the
highest quality audio design assures a perfect analog-to-digital conversion and a huge dynamic range to
retain the ultimate playing experience.
This product has been thoroughly tested in professional studio and stage environments and is the al-
ternative many musicians were waiting for professional sound capture of their amplified instruments. The
VM-202 will give you the elusive sound of the greatest recording studios and producers, every time, every-
where.
2.4 Section Post FX
During a guitar/bass sound miking process, it is common to apply some essential processes on the signal
before sending it to the recorder or the front mixing console.
In the VM-202, you will find most of these essential processes that you need to control your sound,
whatever the situation and the type of instrument.
• 5-band graphic equalizer with two modes (guitar and bass),
• 1-band exciter to give the sound a certain character, or to add presence, or "air", in the sound,
• a powerful compressor to control the dynamics of the signal.
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3 Product description : front panel
1
2
3
4
5
6
7 8
9
Figure 2.2: VM-202 Front Panel
1Input gain 4Menu Switches 7Output volume/pan
2Presets screen 5Channel selection switch 8Headphone volume
3Main screen 6Navigation Switches 9Power switch
4 Product description : rear panel
1
2
3
4
57
8
9
11
10
6
Figure 2.3: VM-202 Rear Panel
1Mains power with fuse holder 4Ethernet (optional) 7USB 10 Analog line output(balanced)
2Warning messages 5Wordclock input 8S/PDIF In/Out 11 Analog line inputs (balanced)
3Serial number 6Midi In/Out/Thru 9AES/EBU In/Out
5 TORPEDO VM-202 quick start
The VM-202 is set-up to be connected, right out of the box, to a guitar or a bass preamplifier, and used
with headphones. This first simple configuration, creating a line level professional "studio" quality output for
your preamp, will allow you to familiarize yourself with the machine within a few minutes.
To achieve this setup, please bring with you the following equipment :
• an electric guitar or a bass,
• a guitar/bass preamp with a line output,
• a pair of headphones.
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The VM-202 integrates several routing modes for different hardware configurations (Please refer to the
part 3. 1 for more information regarding the routing).. In its basic configuration, the VM-202 is set-up to
receive an unbalanced mono signal on the input 1, and deliver a different simulation on the L and R
channels.
INPUT
2
3
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1
Big Preamp
1
0
1Electric guitar or bass 3TORPEDO VM-202 - Rear view 5Headphones
2Guitar or bass preamplifier 4TORPEDO VM-202 - Front view
For this test setup, you must bring a guitar or bass preamplifier with a line output and a pair of head-
phones.
If your preamplifier has only balanced or unbalanced jack 6,35mm (stan-
dard 1/4") output but no XLR line output, please use an XLR to TRS jack
cable (Tip - Ring - Sleeve, jack with 3 contacts.
Plug your preamplifier to the input 1. (number 11 in figure 2.3). Plug your headphones in the stereo jack
output of the VM-202 (number 8 in figure 2.2 2.2). Finally, plug your preamplifier and the VM-202 to the wall
outlet and turn them on.
The VM-202 starts on the test preset 00. Now the input and output gain must be set up. The SGA (Safe
Gain Adjustment) being activated by default, a 6 steps method to quickly and easily set up these gain
settings is presented here :
1. Turn off the volume of the headphone output, and of any devices connected to the analog or digital
outputs of the VM-202.
2. Set the input gain to its maximum value (+12dB).
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3. Turn up at its maximum the volume of your preamplifier and play for a few seconds. Turn up the
input gain of the VM-202 in order to see at their maximum the orange LED (0dB). If the volume of
the preamplifier is high, you can see the message "gain reduction"on the screen, meaning that the
machine adapts the volume to avoid clipping. The message disappears when done, usually in a few
seconds.
4. Play a few seconds, in order to let the unit adapt the output volume.
5. Turn up the headphone output volume to a confortable level.
Ideally, the output volume of the preamplifier will be adjusted to have an
input gain near 0 dB. If you use a stompbox before the VM-202, it may be
necessary to insert a direct box between both devices.
The settings of the output gains/volumes are by default the same for all
presets. Thus, you can adjust these parameters depending on the presets.
Please refer to 4. 4
5.1 Navigation with the VM-202
You can now scroll the presets with the navigation knobs (number 6 in figure 2.2).
"NAVI" knob Increment (decrement) a preset parameter (number)
"OK" knob Validate a parameter modification
Enter a menu
"ESC" knob Cancel a parameter modification
Sortir d’un menu
Touche "CHANNEL EDIT A/B" Select A or B channel for edition
For example, use the "‘NAVI"’ knob to change the preset number and press "OK" to select it.To edit
a channel, use the CHANNEL EDIT knob and select it. The edited channel is indicated by a green LED
(Channel A) and an orange one (channel B). After maintaining pressure on this knob, the edited channel
is in SOLO mode. In other words, whatever the routing modes, you will only hear the selected channel. To
get out the SOLO mode, use again the CHANNEL EDIT knob.
in a few minutes you have prepared your system to silent performance with headphones, but
also to stage sound miking (through the analog outputs) or to studio recording (through the
AES/EBU or S/PDIF outputs).
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Part 3
Connecting the Torpedo VM-202
The VM-202 offers a solution for silent and quality sound pick-up in many situations. The following illustrations
show the most common applications the VM-202 has been created for.
1 Routing the Inputs/Outputs
The VM-202 is a dual channel processor accepting mono or stereo input signals that can be treated as
independent or linked. The following illustration presents the various elements and how there are config-
ured.
• Inputs are illustrated by 1ou 2
• The simulation channels are illustrated by Aou B
• Outputs are illustrated by Lou R
1
A
B
L
R
3
124 5 6
1Input 3Simulation Channel 5Pan
2Gain 4Volume 6Output
The different input/output modes are described in the table 3.1 and the 9 different routing modes are
illustrated in table 3.2. To modify the routing configuration, please refer to part 4. 4.2. Please note that the
default routing mode is MONO to DUAL MONO.
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Inputs routing
Input "mono" Input 1 is activated, the potentiometer controls the input gain
Example : Guitar/bass preamplifier with a mono output
Input "dual mono" Inputs 1 and 2 are activated, separate gain for each channels
example : 2 different preamplifiers (guitar and bass) independently
used for the guitar/bass miking process
Input "stereo" Inputs 1 and 2 are activated, same input gain for both channels
Example : Keyboard, synthetizer, stereo multi-effects, to use the VM-
202 as an effect, re-miking
Outputs routing
Output "Dual Mono" L and R outputs are independent, both output potentiometers are
assigned to each channel volume (please refer to part 4. ??)
Example : multi-microphones miking process from a mono input or
separated instruments with different inputs
Output "Mix" L and R outputs are linked, on each one, you can set up a mix be-
tween both A and B channel.
Example : Send to L a majority of channel A with a touch of channel
B (90/10) and send to R a 50/50 mix, you now have two distinctive
sounds coming from the same simulations .
Output "Pan" L and R outputs are linked, the left potentiometer is assigned to the
volume and the right one to the placement of A and B simulations.
Example : Position in the stereo space of two sources processed by
the VM-202, best routing when using with headphones.
Table 3.1: Input/Output modes
Input/Output Dual Mono Mix Pan
Mono
1
A
B
L
R
1
A
B
L
R
1
A
B
L
R
Dual Mono
1
2
A
B
L
R
A
B
L
R
1
2
1
2
A
B
L
R
Stereo
1
2
A
B
L
R
L
R
1
2
A
B
1
2
A
B
L
R
Table 3.2: Routing table
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1.1 VM-202 integration
1.2 In the studio
The VM-202 has applications in the studio for either analog or digital recording. This part of the manual
focuses on digital recording.
8 Ohms 150W RMSLEFT RIGHT
AES/EBU
IN
IN
OUT
RoHS
2002/95/EC WORDCLOCK
IN IN
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USB
WORDCLOCK OUT
WORDCLOCK OUT
WORDCLOCK OUT
OUT
WordClock
REMOTE
Audio Interface
AES/EBU
Big Preamp
1
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1Guitar or bass 3TORPEDO VM-202 5Audio interface
2Amplifier 4DAW 6Master Clock
The VM-202 is here an analog-to-digital converter, clocked by a wordclock, connected to a DAW
through the AES/EBU connection or SPDIF connection for sampling frequencies from 44,1 kHz to 96 kHz. The
VM-202 clock can be set as master or slave.
In master mode, the VM-202 generates its own clock, you can choose the input/ouput frequency. In
slave mode, you can sync the VM-202 with the AES/EBU or the S/PDIF signal, or with the Wordclock input.
We recommend to install the VM-202 in slave mode: this way you will be able to sync the VM-202 with
your sequencer/recorder by selecting the working frequency in your project.
Please note that the internal working frequency in the VM-202 is always 96 KHz whatever the selected
sync frequency.
1. Check that your digital interface is configured in master mode.
2. In the setup menu of the VM-202, select sync, SPDIF, AES/EBU or Wordclock to indicate the machine’s
sync source. (for any further details, please refer to part 4. 4
3. Connect a SPDIF or AES/EBU cable from the digital interface OUT to the VM-202 IN, or a wordclock
cable from your master clock. On the Torpedo idle menu, you must see the indication "Lock".
4. Connect a SPDIF/AES/EBU cable from the VM-202 OUT to the digital interface.
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5. In your digital audio workstation (DAW) software, select the digital input for recording (please refer
to the user manual of your digital interface/software). You should hear the signal coming from the
VM-202.
You get an instant control over all the parameters of the VM-202 through the USB connection. It is also
useful to upload firmware updates, for preset backup, and to load new cabinet simulations. All of these
functions are addressed through the stand-alone Torpedo Remote.
1.3 On stage
On stage, we principally use analog inputs/outputs, which are for the moment, the most used in this con-
text. This configuration supposes that the musician listens to the VM-202 through a monitor system.
The guitar/bass preamplifier is plugged into the VM-202. It is also possible to insert an analog/digital
effects processor before the VM-202 (A position, closed to the effects loop placement) or after (B position,
like in a studio).
Big Preamp
1
0
2
3
4
6
5
1
A
B
Multi FX
1
0
Multi FX
1
0
1Guitar or bass 3MIDI Floorboard 5Mixer 7FX loop equivalent
2Amplifier 4TORPEDO VM-202 6PA 8Studio FX equivalent
Note that the musician can, with a MIDI floorboard, control the parameters (CONTROL CHANGE)
and/or the presets (PROGRAM CHANGE) of the VM-202. Please refer to part 5 for complete MIDI im-
plementation.
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