FXL8 Pro effects looper user manual
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1. 1 4 plug to connect the input of your amplifier here LOOP2 IN Loop input signal loop 2 FXL8 Pro th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 25 Connections and operating elements LOOP1 OUT Loop output signal loop 1 LOOP2 RETURN SEND Use these connectors to include up to four external effects devices into loop signal loop 2 Use shielded cables 1 4 plug to connect each of the SEND sockets to the input of the effects unit and its output to the RETURN socket A control LED is assigned to each channel It lights up when the channel is active LOOP1 RETURN SEND Use these connectors to include up to four external effects devices into loop signal loop 1 Use shielded cables 1 4 plug to connect each of the SEND sockets to the input of the effects unit and its output to the RETURN socket A control LED is assigned to each channel It lights up when the channel is active TUNER External tuner output The assigned indicator LED lights up when the output is active themann effects looper MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 26 Operating 6 Operating Control for tuner and mute 1 _ When the device is not in edit mode press MUTE The unit activates the output TUNER OUT to which you can connect a tuner to tune your instrument If you press MUTE again the outputs LOOPT OUT and LOOP2 OUT are muted You can tune your instrument without hearing the tones coming from the amp If you press MUTE again the2. four external effects devices into loop signal loop 2 Use shielded cables 1 4 plug to connect each of the SEND sockets to the input of the effects unit and its output to the RETURN socket A control LED is assigned to each channel It lights up when the channel is active 15 LOOP1 RETURN SEND Use these connectors to include up to four external effects devices into loop signal loop 1 Use shielded cables 1 4 plug to connect each of the SEND sockets to the input of the effects unit and its output to the RETURN socket A control LED is assigned to each channel It lights up when the channel is active 16 TUNER External tuner output The assigned indicator LED lights up when the output is active FXL8 Pro th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 23 Connections and operating elements Rear panel themann effects looper MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 24 Connections and operating elements IN Input socket Connect here your instrument via a shielded cable with 1 4 phone plug MIDI OUT Output for controlling a connected audio device with MIDI interface TRIGGER T1 TRIGGER T2 Output jacks for two programmable switching outputs 9V Connection for the external voltage supply with 9 V DC When connecting observe the correct polarity the inner pole must be negative LOOP2 OUT Output socket depending on the setting for the total output or the loop output signal loop 2 Use a standard instru ment cable
3. is not equal to OF FXL8 Pro th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 35 Operating Option Possible parameters 01 2 8 The displayed number represents the set value For values from 100 the decimal point shifts For example value 128 is displayed as 2 8 When E1 is equal to PC the number set for C1 represents one of 128 possible tones When E1 is equal to CC the number set for C1 represents the number of a controller in your MIDI setup A Program Change message is normally used to change the sound preset a Control Change message is used to select parameters for an effect delay time modulation depth etc Example 1 If you want to change the tone settings of an effects pro cessor you must first determine which MIDI channel the effects processor receives Then set E1 to PC thus a Program Change message is sent Example 2 If you want to change the delay time of your effects processor you must first set the transmission channel to the value that the effects processor uses Then set C1 to the correct MIDI controller number for your effects processor Then you can use N1 to send the correct value N1 is discussed in the next section If E1 is equal to OF the display shows and no value can be set N1 Parameter 2 of MIDI message 1 MIDI message 1 parameter 2 available only if E1 is equal to CC themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION effects looper 36 Operating Opti
4. patch and behaviour on non active patch Experienced users can also directly select the relevant setting 1 gt 2 K 3 1 2 p When the device is in edit mode press BANK or BANK until the display shows EP Now you can set the polarity of T1 and T2 The assigned two indicator LEDs show the selected polarity Press A for T1 or B for T2 If you want for example to set the polarity of T1 press A and observe the control LED T1 When the polarity settings are complete you can use BANK or BANK to skip to another subitem of the menu When all settings are completed press MUTE longer than one second to save the set tings To exit the edit mode without saving press MUTE only briefly When the device is in edit mode press BANK or BANK until the display shows EM Now you can set the operating mode of T1 and T2 The assigned two indicator LEDs show the selected operating mode Press A for T1 or B for T2 If you want for example to set the operating mode of T1 press A and observe the control LED T1 If the LED is lit that means momentary contact Mom If the LED is not lit that means per manent contact Latch FXL8 Pro th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 31 Operating Setting the action of Trigger 1 and 2 with active patch Setting the action of Trigger 1 and 2 on non active patch themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 3 K re 1 When t
5. up options E1 A1 C1 N1 E2 A2 C2 and N2 The setting options and their meanings are identical to the settings in the MA section When all settings are completed press MUTE longer than one second to save the settings To exit the edit mode without saving press MUTE only briefly effects looper 38 Technical specifications 7 Technical specifications Operating voltage supply 9 V inner pole minus Current consumption 240 mA Dimensions L x W x H 541 mm x 67 mm x 53 mm Weight 1 68 kg FXL8 Pro themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 39 Plug and connection assignment 8 Plug and connection assignment Introduction Balanced and unbalanced trans mission themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured Please note these advices because especially in Sound amp Light caution is indicated Even if a plug fits into the socket an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp a short circuit or just in poor transmission quality Unbalanced transmission is mainly used in semi professional environment and in hifi use Instrument cables with two conductors one core plus shielding are typical representatives of the unbalanced transmission One conductor is ground and shielding while the signal is trans mitted through the core Unbalanced transmission is
6. 1 FX LOOP2 FX gt themann effects looper MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 18 Installation Connect your instrument to the input IN of the device and the effects input of your amplifier to output LOOPT OUT Connect the effects output of your amplifier to the input LOOP2 IN and the power stage of your amp to the output LOOP2 OUT Connect the inputs that can be used to control the effects on your amplifier to the programmable trigger outputs TRIGGER T1 TRIGGER T2 In this setup you can use and programme built in effects of your amp in the same way as effects pedals FXL8 Pro themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 19 Connections and operating elements 5 Connections and operating elements TTI AN N Top side nun Gary Fir ATE 9V LOOP2 LOOP2 LOOPI RETURN SEND RETURN SEND RETURN SEND RETURN SEND RETURN SEND RETURN SEND RETURN SEND RETURN SEND TUNER IN war fat Les Led Let Led Tet Tet ToT S Tot TT a PMA Pro TUNER wal ACTIVE themann effects looper MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 20 Connections and operating elements 1 IN Input socket Connect here your instrument via a shielded cable with 1 4 phone plug 2 A B C D The True Bypass foot switches A to D turn the selected effects groups on or off The corresponding control LED of the activated effects groups light up 3 BANK Footswitch to select the next higher memory bank 4 BANK Footswitch to select the next lower memor
7. Electronic Equipment Directive WEEE Do not dispose with your normal household waste Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility When discarding the device comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country If in doubt consult your local waste disposal facility effects looper 42 Musikhaus Thomann e K Treppendorf 30 96138 Burgebrach Germany www thomann de
8. Harley Geutou FXL8 Pro effects looper th mann user manual MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Musikhaus Thomann e K Treppendorf 30 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone 49 0 9546 9223 0 E mail info thomann de Internet www thomann de 15 09 2014 ID 337603 Table of contents O On Au FW N Table of contents General information essere eee 4 1 1 Further information 1 2 Notational conventions 1 3 Symbols and signal Words sss 8 Safety instructions uu ucsesidnieenniins heise neh 9 Se EAEN Ea aSa SEAN ere Sa CEAS aoaaa Installation sees Connections and operating elements LST T es iiA Technical specifications seene Plug and connection assignment esse essere Protecting the EnvironMent 0 ccccsccsscsssscsssecssecssscessecsssccescessecssccesecssscesseesseceeseesseecsneeeseeesees FXL8 Pro th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General information 1 General information This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions Keep the manual for future reference Make sure that it is available to all those using the device If you sell the unit please make sure that the buyer also receives this manual Our products are subject to a process of continuous development Thus they are subject to change themann effects looper MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General information 1 1 Further infor
9. by typewriter font Example 2323 References to other locations in this manual are identified by an arrow and the specified page number In the electronic version of the manual you can click the cross reference to jump to the specified location Example See Cross references on page 7 FXL8 Pro th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General information 1 3 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this manual Signal word Meaning DANGER This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided NOTICE This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos sible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided Warning signs Type of danger N Warning danger zone themann effects looper MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Safety instructions 2 Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended to be used to integrate multiple effects devices into the signal path between instrument and amplifier Different configurations can be stored Use the device only as described in this user manual Any other use or use under other operating conditions is con sidered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper
10. e is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire FXL8 Pro th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 11 Features 3 Features themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 12 The unit is ideal for use and switching of up to eight effects devices in your guitar setup It is characterized by two separately or jointly usable signal loops for up to four effects units premium footswitch with True Bypass function Option to store settings for loops in eight memory banks two programmable trigger switching outputs with which other audio devices can be controlled a MIDI output for triggering MIDI compatible devices robust metal housing effects looper 4 Installation Installation Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit Keep the equipment packaging To fully protect the device against vibration dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage respectively Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off Use the shortest possible high quality cables for all connections FXL8 Pro th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 13 Installation 8 channel mode with usage of the MIDI output Digital audio FX processor unit SEND GD pairs 9 RETURN MIDI THRU to other MIDI j compatible equipment e o DG SV IN TUNER P FX PEDALS i i
11. etting during patch status transition from non active to active Refer to the manual of the device to be controlled by the MIDI interface MB MIDI setting during patch status transition from active to non active Refer to the manual of the device to be controlled by the MIDI interface FXL8 Pro th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 29 Operating Editing a loop combination 1 _ When the device is in edit mode press BANK or BANK until the display shows EH for Loop 2 or EL for Loop 1 see amp Using the edit function on page 28 Since the operation is the same for both loops only EL for Loop 1 is shown in this example To turn the channels on and off that belong to the selected loop just press A B C or D according to E A L4 effects channel 4 S B L3 effects channel 3 S C L2 effects channel 2 D L1 effects channel 1 By pressing the respective footswitch the corresponding effect channel is turned on or off When all settings are completed press MUTE longer than one second to save the set tings To exit the edit mode without saving press MUTE only briefly v themann effects looper MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 30 Setting the Triggers Setting the Trigger polarity Setting the Trigger operating mode Operating To set the behaviour of the trigger you should successively set polarity operating mode behaviour on active
12. he operating mode settings are complete you can use BANK or BANK to skip to another subitem of the menu When all settings are completed press MUTE longer than one second to save the set tings To exit the edit mode without saving press MUTE only briefly When the device is in edit mode press BANK or BANK until the display shows ET Now you can set how Trigger 1 and Trigger 2 work with activated patch non bypass work Here activated patch means that the effect channels assigned in a loop are switched on The assigned two indicator LEDs show the selected action Press A for T1 or B for T2 If you want for example to set the action of T1 press A and observe the control LED T7 If the LED is lit that means that the device is active If the LED is not lit that means that the device is not active When the trigger actions on active patch settings are complete you can use BANK or BANK to skip to another subitem of the menu When all settings are completed press MUTE longer than one second to save the set tings To exit the edit mode without saving press MUTE only briefly When the device is in edit mode press BANK or BANK until the display shows EB effects looper 32 2 v Operating Now you can set how Trigger 1 and Trigger 2 work with non activated patch bypass work Here non activated patch means that the effect channels assigned in a
13. i TTT Gl tl Ge Go tl ca i Channel Reverb m E BANK C ex we Ae Be Co De a Digital audio FX processor LOOP1 FX gt LOOP2 FX LL st lauar Send Return themann effects looper MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 14 Installation If your instrument is connected to the input IN and your amplifier to the output LOOP2 OUT eight effects processors can be looped into the signal path In this example the MIDI output controls an audio processor that is arranged behind the preamp in the signal path FXL8 Pro th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 15 Installation 8 channel mode without usage of the MIDI output Digital audio FX processor unit ix O1 MIDI THRU to other MIDI compatible equipment Mode Control or Channel Switching BANK O BANK D TUNER Ds audio Ds ar uw LOOP1 FX LOOP2 FX Pre Amp Power Amp ain T th mann effects looper MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 16 Installation If your instrument is connected to the input IN and your amplifier to the output LOOP2 OUT eight effects processors can be looped into the signal path In this example an audio processor arranged behind the preamp in the signal path is controlled by a third device FXL8 Pro th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 17 Installation 2x4 channel mode T pG av IN bo 0 Mode Control or Channel Switching TUNER Tt O ne E sank BANK A TUNER LOOP
14. loop are switched off resulting in a clean signal path Nevertheless you can use the triggers to induce actions on another audio device so for example activate effects that are built into the amplifier The assigned two indicator LEDs show the selected action Press A for T1 or B for T2 If you want for example to set the action of T1 press A and observe the control LED T1 If the LED is lit that means that the device is active If the LED is not lit that means that the device is not active When the trigger actions on active patch settings are complete you can use BANK or BANK to skip to another subitem of the menu When all settings are completed press MUTE longer than one second to save the set tings To exit the edit mode without saving press MUTE only briefly FXL8 Pro th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 33 Operating MIDI settings themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION The device can send to sets of MIDI data for example MIDI CC or MIDI CC CC To use the MIDI functions the following sequence must be followed Ex gt Ax gt Cx Nx where x is 1 or 2 as in E1 A1 C1 N1 or E2 A2 C2 N2 To set the MIDI functions enter the edit mode first Press BANK or BANK until the display shows MA or MB In the MA section is determined which MIDI data is sent in patch status transition from non active bypass to active In the MB section is determined which MIDI data i
15. mation On our website www thomann de you will find lots of further information and details on the following points Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of Keyword search interest for you quickly Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics Online guides and terms Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline If you have any problems with the device the Service A S S customer service will gladly assist you FXL8 Pro th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General information 1 2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics Examples VOLUME control Mono button Displays Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics Examples 24ch OFF themann effects looper MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Instructions Text input Cross references General information The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively The result of a step is indented and highlighted by an arrow Example 1 _ Switch on the device 2 Press Auto gt Automatic operation is started 3 Switch off the device Text inputs that are carried out on the device are indicated
16. on Possible parameters 01 2 8 The displayed number represents the set value For values from 100 the decimal point shifts For example value 128 is displayed as 2 8 When E1 is equal to CC the number set for N1 represents the value passed by a Control Change message A Control Change message con sists of a transmission channel the controller number and the trans mitted value Such a message is normally used to change a parameter of an effect Therefore the value for C1 must match the value which is used by the controlled device The used numbers of the transmission channels must match as well Example 1 Controller 12 of your effects processor controls the delay effect it receives control messages on MIDI channel 15 and can use values 1 to 128 to represent delay values between 0 02 s and 1 s If you want to set the delay time to 1 s via MIDI connection you have to set up the four options of MIDI message 1 as follows E EI CC B A1 15 B C1 12 S N1 128 If E1 is not equal to CC the display shows and no value can be set FXL8 Pro th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 37 Operating themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION MIDI settings in MB section Section MB s MIDI settings let you trigger actions on the connected MIDI devices if the effects channels assigned to a loop are turned off and the signal path is clean When the display shows MB you can press A or B to successively call
17. outputs LOOPT OUT and LOOP2 OUT become active again and the TUNER OUT is turned off e Selecting a memory bank When the device is not in edit mode press BANK or BANK to change the memory bank The selected setting will not take effect immediately You have to press A B C or D to make the settings work During the changeover the display shows the number of the memory bank and A B C or D eE FXL8 Pro th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 27 Operating Using the edit function Display EH EL ET EB EM themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION When the device is not in edit mode and the bypass is not active press MUTE for more than one second to enter the edit mode The display then shows EH thus indicating that the edit mode was entered Press BANK or BANK to select the item to be edited The following assignment applies Editing of 4 effects channels of Loop 2 4 effects channels of Loop 1 Action of Trigger 1 and 2 with active patch Action of Trigger 1 and 2 with non active patch Operating mode of Trigger 1 and 2 S M Momentary contact Mom S L Permanent contact Latch Refer to the manual of the device to be controlled by the trigger signals effects looper 28 Operating Display Editing of EP Polarity of Trigger 1 and 2 ON m OFF Refer to the manual of the device to be controlled by the trigger signals MA MIDI s
18. s sent in patch status transition from active to non active bypass MIDI settings in MA section When the display shows MA you can press A or B to successively call up options E1 A1 C1 N1 E2 A2 C2 and N2 You can select the desired parameter for an option by pressing C or D Press MUTE briefly to return to option selection The following table shows the setting options for E1 A1 C1 and N1 and thus for MIDI message 1 The settings for MIDI message 2 E2 A2 C2 and N2 are analogously identical Make sure when choosing the parameters that they do not cancel each other out For example if the values of Al and A2 are chosen to be identical E1 is set to PC and E2 to OF then the Pro gram Change is not performed because both times the same transmission channel is used effects looper 34 Operating Option Possible parameters E1 Message type of MIDI message 1 MIDI message 1 message type OF Turns the built in MIDI controller off the device does not send MIDI data PC The device sends a Program Change message cc The device sends a Control Change message A1 Transmission channel of MIDI message 1 MIDI message 1 transmit channel available only if E1 is not equal to OF 01 16 Number of the transmission channel If E1 is equal to OF the display shows and no value can be set C1 Parameter 1 of MIDI message 1 MIDI message 1 parameter 1 available only if E1
19. susceptible to electromagnetic interference especially at low levels such as microphone signals and when using long cables In a professional environment therefore the balanced transmission is preferred because this enables an undisturbed transmission of signals over long distances In addition to the conduc tors Ground and Signal in a balanced transmission a second core is added This also transfers the signal but phase shifted by 180 effects looper 40 Plug and connection assignment Since the interference affects both cores equally by subtracting the phase shifted signals the interfering signal is completely neutralized The result is a pure signal without any noise inter ference 1 4 TS phone plug mono unbalanced 1 Signal R 2 Ground shielding FXL8 Pro th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 41 Protecting the environment 9 Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate rial Disposal of your old device themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION For the transport and protective packaging environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling Ensure that plastic bags packaging etc are properly disposed of Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste but make sure that they are collected for recycling Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and
20. use This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical sensorial and intellectual abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience Other persons may use this device only ifthey are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety FXL8 Pro th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Safety instructions Safety themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION DANGER Danger for children Ensure that plastic bags packaging etc are disposed of properly and are not within reach of babies and young children Choking hazard Ensure that children do not detach any small parts e g knobs or the like from the unit They could swallow the pieces and choke Never let children unattended use electrical devices NOTICE Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only To prevent damage never expose the device to any liquid or moisture Avoid direct sunlight heavy dirt and strong vibrations effects looper 10 Safety instructions NOTICE External power supply The device is powered by an external power supply Before connecting the external power supply ensure that the input voltage AC outlet matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual cur rent circuit breaker Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and pos sibly the user Unplug the external power supply before electrical storms occur and when the devic
21. y bank 5 BANK display In normal operation the device displays here the number of the currently active memory bank In programming mode parameters and the set values are displayed FXL8 Pro th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 21 Connections and operating elements MUTE Footswitch for operating mode selection Press the foot switch successively to toggle between the operating modes Mute muted Tune tuning Edit programming mode and Normal The associated indicator LED is lit as long as the audio signal is not switched to the output MIDI OUT Output for controlling a connected audio device with MIDI interface TRIGGER T1 TRIGGER T2 Output jacks for two programmable switching outputs STATUS 1 STATUS 2 Control LEDs for the two switching outputs The LED lights up when the switching output is active 9V Connection for the external voltage supply with 9 V DC When connecting observe the correct polarity the inner pole must be negative LOOP2 OUT Output socket depending on the setting for the total output or the loop output signal loop 2 Use a standard instru ment cable 1 4 plug to connect the input of your amplifier here themann effects looper MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 22 Connections and operating elements 12 LOOP2 IN Loop input signal loop 2 13 LOOP1 OUT Loop output signal loop 1 14 LOOP2 RETURN SEND Use these connectors to include up to
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