vtr DREAM MACHINE V2 User manual

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WELCOME!
In 2076, a secret corporation started a project called the ''Dream
Machine'' whose aim was to create a cyborg with a human conscience.
After several attempts and frustrations, one of the prototypes was
successful, but this copy managed to escape the hands of its creators
and is currently lost among us!
The Dream Machine Delay V1 was our second digital pedal, we
put together 4 different tap tempo delay modes in one compact
box, and the customers who bought it were very happy. Dream
Machine Delay V2 was the result of our constant quest for
evolution, we added 2 more delay modes (totaling 6 modes),
included our preset save system (8 separate presets in 2 banks)
and opened the door to the world of MIDI controller. We strongly
believe that we have created one of the best compact delay
options for your Board.
SUMMARY
Page
EFFECTS 3
•The complete guide to each effect.
CONTROLS 3
• Basic pedal controls.
PRESETS 4
• See how to access and save presets.
MIDI 4
• Step-by-step to understand how MIDI works.
OPERATION 5
• General pedal operation guide
LED GUIDE 5
Detalhamento sobre as cores indicadas nos LED’s.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 5
• Details on pedal specifications.
POWER SUPPLY 6
• Know how to turn on the pedal without damaging the circuits
WARRANTY, REPAIR AND RETURN 6
• Legal information

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CONNECTION DIAGRAM

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EFFECTS
The Mix, Repeat and Time knobs have the same function in all modes, so we'll
only explain the Dream and Emotion controls for each mode, these do change
from mode to mode. The color of the title of each effect corresponds to the
color of the indication led on the pedal.
DIGITAL
Dream: Controls the depth of modulation.
Emotion: Controls the speed of modulation.
Delay with faithful reps the first rep. In this mode the maximum delay is
980ms.
ANALOG
Dream: Controls the depth of modulation.
Emotion: Controls the speed of the modulation.
Delay with analog voice, which offers dark repeats very close to an analog
delay. In this mode the maximum delay is 980ms.
TAPE
Dream: Controls the depth of modulation.
Emotion: Controls the speed of the modulation.
Tape Voice Delay, which delivers the high-pitched repeats of a tape delay. In
this mode the maximum delay is 980ms.
OVERNOTES
Dream: Control the interval of 3rd, 5th, 7th and 8th.
Emotion: Controls a low-pass filter on the effect's tail.
Digital delay with PitchShift on the tail, each repetition will go through
PitchShift. In this mode the maximum delay is 800ms.
PITCHSHIFT
Dream: Controls the range of 3rd, 5th, 7th and 8th.
Emotion: Controls a low-pass filter on the effect's tail.
Digital delay with PitchShift on the tail, the signal will pass through PitchShift
only once. In this mode the maximum delay is 800ms.
LO-FI
Dream: Controls the sampling rate.
Emotion: Controls a low-pass filter on the tail of the delay.
Delay with adjustment of the signal sampling rate. In this mode the maximum
delay is 1000ms
CONTROLS
Mix: Controls the volume of the delay signal
Dream: Specific control for each delay mode.
Repeat: Controls the amount of delay repetitions.
Emotion: Specific control for each delay mode.
Time: By default this knob changes the time sub-divisions, but you can use it like
a conventional time knob, just hold down the button below the knob and turn
the knob.
Footswitch Bypass: Turn the effect on/off via the relay's true bypass system.
Footswitch Tap/Preset: Set the delay time via the tempo indicated on the
switch (3 taps to set the tempo) and configure the presets.

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PRESETS
Save Preset
1. Set all controls to the desired setting (after entering the mode below,
changes made to the knobs will no longer be recognized).
2. Press and hold the tap/preset footswitch until the preset led starts
flashing (about 1 second with the footswitch pressed to enter this
mode).
3. Press Bypass + Tap/preset to change the bank, if necessary (indicated
by the bypass led).
4. Press the footswitch preset to change the location where the new
setting will be saved (here you can only reach the location that will be
saved).
5. Press Bypass for more than 1 second and the setting will be saved.
Access Preset –Mode 1
1. Hold down the Tap/preset footswitch until the preset led starts
flashing (about 1 second with the footswitch pressed to enter this
mode).
2. Press Bypass + Tap/preset to change the bank, if necessary (indicated
by the bypass led).
3. Press the footswitch preset to choose the preset you want to load
(here you can only advance the preset).
4. Press footswitch bypass and the setting will be called up.
Access Preset –Mode 2
1. Press and hold Bypass + Tap/preset until the center LEDs flash and the
pedal will enter presets mode (about 3 seconds with both
footswitches pressed to enter presets mode).
2. Press Bypass + Tap/preset to change the bank, if necessary (indicated
by the bypass led).
3. Press the footswitch preset to switch the preset (in this mode you
won't be able to tap tempo)
4. In this operating mode you can change the knob settings in each
preset and pressing Tap/preset for 1 second the pedal will save the
new setting in the current preset.
MIDI
Our pedals are prepared to be controlled by MIDI protocol on channel
1 to channel 4 (check the operation guide to learn how to change the MIDI
channel), so you can access presets, save new presets and even control
individual parameters of your pedals via a MIDI controller. Below are
instructions on how to communicate with the pedal.
Our system does not use the standard MIDI interface, as there is no
optocoupler on the input, but this system is used in several pedals in this
industry. You will need a MIDI converter or controller with TRS P10
outputs to use MIDI on our pedals. Below is the pinout to be followed:

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Access Presets
Send a Program Change message with the preset number you want to access
(Example: Preset 1 = 10; Preset 2 = 20).
Save Presets
Hold the footswitch Bypass and send a Program Change message with the
preset number you want to save, the pedal will save the current setting in
the desired location (12 slots available).
Control Parameters
Send a Continuous Controller message according to the information below:
CC #1 - Effect ON/OFF (Value 127 = ON / Value 0 = OFF)
CC #2 - Delay Modes:
Value 1 = Digital;
Value 2 = Analog;
Value 3 = Tape;
Value 4 = Overnotes;
Value 5 = PitchShift;
Value 6 = Lo-Fi.
CC #3 - Mix (Send a value from 0 to 127)
CC #4 - Dream (Send a value from 0 to 127)
CC #5 - Emotion (Send a value from 0 to 127)
CC #6 - Repeat (Send a value from 0 to 127)
CC #7 - Tap Switch (You can send any value with this CC#, it will simulate
tapping the tap switch. It's a way to set the tap tempo via MIDI.)
OPERATION
TrueBypass or TailsBypass: When turning on the pedal power, the bypass led
will flash green to indicate true bypass and red to indicate Tails bypass, to
change the bypass type, hold the bypass switch while turning on the power on
the pedal.
Intelligent Bypass: The Dream Machine V2 is equipped with an intelligent
bypass system, which will recognize the time of pressing the footswitch and
automatically activate the momentary bypass function. Therefore, pressing the
footswitch quickly will do the normal function of reversing the bypass state,
pressing and holding the footswitch for more than 500ms when releasing the
bypass will return to the state before it was pressed, performing the
momentary bypass function.
Change Delay Mode: Press both footswitches at the same time.
Change MIDI channel: When turning on the pedal power, keep the preset
footswitch pressed and the Preset LED will light up, turn the Time knob and the
LED color will change, thus indicating the channel change, as follows: Blue:
Channel 1; Green: Channel 2; Red: Channel 3; White: Channel 4.
LED GUIDE
Bypass LED: When lit indicates the effect is on and its color indicates which
preset is selected. Green: Bank 1; Red: Bank 2.
Preset LED: Its color indicates which preset is selected along with the bypass led
color. Green: Preset 1; Blue: Preset 2; Red: Preset 3; White: Preset 4.
Change Delay Mode: Press both footswitches at the same time.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Electrostatic painting in black color.
Measures: 12.3 cm x 6.5 cm x 3.5 cm.
Weight: 465 grams.
Superior finishing through UV Printing (Ultra Violet).
True-bypass by relay.
DSP.24-bit 32KHz A/D & D/A converters processor.
Input Impedance: 500KΩ.
Output Impedance: 200Ω.
Fully analogue dry signal
Full digital wet signal with 20Hz-15KHz frequency response.
Industrial quality PCB.
POWER SUPPLY
Minimum current of 100mA.
Please use a negative center 9V DC source, and preferably for
isolated sources to minimize any source of noise.
WARRANTY
This warranty covers repair or replacement of any device created by the
company at any time while the product and/or part is being manufactured.
The warranty does not apply if there is interference or attempted repairs by
third parties not affiliated with VTR Effects.
The warranty does not extend to third parties or individuals who purchase
the products in a chain, only to the original purchaser registered in the
company's database. During the first 3 months after purchase, the costs of
transporting the equipment will be exempt and after this period the costs will
be paid by the customer.
Warranty does not include: lost profits, lost savings, damage to other
equipment, and incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use or
inability to use this product.
In no event will VTR Effects be liable for repairs or replacements that cost
more than the amount of the purchase price.
REPAIR
In case of damage caused by the owner's action, VTR Effects offers free labor
to repair it, however, the value of any exchanged components and shipping
costs will be charged.
DEVOLUTION
Any product can be returned up to 7 days after its purchase, in addition to
the 7 days provided for in Law 8078/90, provided it is kept in new condition.
If the product has been damaged (electronic and external damage such as
scratches) by the customer, this will prevent its return.
If the product has a manufacturing defect, the product warranty
must be activated to resolve the defect. After repair, if the product
still does not please, it may be returned, provided that within the
above period.
In cases of return, the Customer bears the cost of shipping the
product
For credit card purchases, the value of the product will be refunded
on the card itself, always discounting card installment fees.