Yamaha MAgicstomp Guitar Effects Professor Owner's Manual
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1. FCC INFORMATION U S A 1 IMPORTANT NOTICE DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT This product when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual meets FCC requirements Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority granted by the FCC to use the product 2 IMPORTANT When connecting this product to accessories and or another product use only high quality shielded cables Cable s supplied with this product MUST be used Follow all installation instructions Failure to follow in structions could void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA 3 NOTE This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations Part 15 for Class B digital de vices Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential environ ment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices This equipment gener ates uses radio frequencies and if not installed and used according to the instructions found in the users manual may cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic devices Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations If this product is found to be the source of interference which can be determined by turning the unit OFF and ON please try to eliminate the problem by using2. To cancel the patch name edit operation press and quickly release the STORE button within 1 second and the MAGICSTOMP returns to its original condition the patch name returns to its original name Tuner Mode This mode is used for tuning your guitar In the Tuner Mode the MAGICSTOMP functions as a chromatic tuner The MAGICSTOMP s OUTPUT jack is muted no sound output when the MAGICSTOMP is in the Tuner Mode E Using the tuner 1 Press and hold the ON OFF switch until the tuner display shown below ap pears on the display With your guitar connected to the INPUT jack use the display to tune your guitar The Tuner Mode is not available during the store operation Standard Pitch 2 you want to use a standard pitch other than 440Hz use the or switches The standard pitch can be set anywhere between 438Hz and 445Hz in the MAGICSTOMP 3 Play the string you want to tune play a single tone 1 First tune the guitar until the name of the note you want to tune to appears on the display 2 When the string s pitch is low gt mark will be displayed and the switch s lamp will be lit When the string s pitch is high mark will be displayed and the switch s lamp will be lit The string s pitch is in tune when appears in the display and the ON OFF switch s lamp is lit u Press the ON OFF switch to return to the original display Lower Pitch O 2 I At Magicstom
3. on page 30 e Never attempt to play back the included CD ROM on an audio CD player Doing so may result in damage to your hearing as well as to your CD player audio speakers MAGICSTOMP s Main Features Harnessing the power of Yamaha s DSP technology e The MAGICSTOMP utilizes a powerful 32 bit DSP designed by Yamaha to deliver amp simula tions and effects from the DG series amplifiers and DG AG and UD Stomp effects It also produces a variety of digital effects derived from the Yamaha SPX series with unprecedented audio quality and function New algorithms deliver stunning effects and powerful amplifier simula tions for guitarists e New Distortion amp Amp type effect creates a variety of sounds from overdrive to powerful fuzz effects e New algorithms created by VCM Virtual Circuitry Modeling technology delivers vintage type phaser and flanger effects Professional quality preset tone patches make the MAGICSTOMP ready to use out of the box e Close collaboration with artists from around the world have produced a variety of ready to use professional quality effects lt lt 99 On board preset patches CD ROM patch library gt gt lt lt 99 User patches allow editing and storing gt gt Feels and operates like a compact effector e Simple design and controls 4 knobs 3 footswitches provide guitarists with a familiar operating environment Operation is simple and straightforward to provide quick sound
4. amplifier monaural stereo ing device etc INPUT INPUT INPUT L MONO L MONO gt 2 gt INPUT LEVEL HIGH peed OUTPUT L MONO Guitar or other instrument D The AC adaptor s shape will vary according to the country to which the device is shipped Power Adaptor supplied AC 10 Electric Outlet ONFE O Orme Magicstony MAGICSTOMP Using the MAGICSTOMP in an effect loop Power Adaptor supplied INPUT LEVEL HIGH T LOW EFFECT Electric Outlet The AC adaptor s shape will vary according to the country to which the device is shipped ooiclolololc eaebiaelelel Gogo GGO Co 90000000 olelolaicle oleiclalelel on MAGICSTOMP Mixer etc Using the MAGICSTOMP The MAGICSTOMP comes loaded with a variety of effect patches programmed effects First give some of the presets a try and see what s available E Turn on the amplifier and play You ll hear the currently selected patch Use the MAGICSTOMP s VOLUME knob to adjust the MAGICSTOMP s output volume Patch No Patch Name VOLUME E Try out some of the other patches The MAGICSTOMP has a total of 198 patches 99 of those a
5. AC IN A D Converter 24 bit 3 bit Floating D A Converter 24 bit Sampling Frequency 44 1 kHz Memory Allocations Preset 99 User 99 Input Level Impedance INPUT HIGH 25dBm 1 MQ INPUT LOW 15dBm 1 MQ Output Level Impedance OUTPUT L MONO R 0dBm 1 kQ Power Exclusive Power Adaptor AC 10 AC Output AC 12V 1A Power Consumption 12 W Dimensions W x H x D 164 x 62 x 176 mm 6 7 16 x 2 7 16 x 6 15 16 Weight 910 g 2Ibs Accessories Power Adaptor AC 10 CD ROM USB Cable Owner s Manual this booklet Patch List Specifications and design may change without notice SOFTWARE LICENSING AGREEMENT The following is a legal agreement between you the end user and Yamaha Corporation Yamaha The enclosed Yamaha software program is licensed by Yamaha to the original purchaser for use only on the terms set forth herein Please read this licensing agreement with care Opening this package indicates that you accept all terms outlined herein If you do not agree to the terms return this package unopened to Yamaha for a full refund 1 GRANT OF LICENSE AND COPYRIGHT Yamaha grants you the original purchaser the right to use one copy of the enclosed software program and data SOFTWARE on a single user computer system You may not use it on more than one computer or computer terminal The SOFTWARE is owned by Yamaha and is protected by Japanese copyright laws and all applicable international t
6. stalled on your computer If it isn t already installed on your computer install the Acrobat Reader application from the accompanying CD ROM Windows page 25 Macintosh page 27 The three PDF files described above are found in the Manual folder in the accompanying CD ROM Editing Patches with a Computer For Windows Users Contents of the CD ROM Folder Name Application Name Contents ACROREAD Acrobat Reader Enables you to view each application s PDF file Manual PDF Manuals for J 3 files for E 3 files e SoundEditor_J pdf SoundEditor_E pdf Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP Owner s Manual e InstallGuide_J pdf InstallGuide_E pdf Installation Guide for softwares for MAGICSTOMP EffectList_J pdf EffectList_E pdf MAGICSTOMP Effect List USBdrv_ YAMAHA USB MIDI driver for Win98 Me Driver needed when connecting the MAGICSTOMP USBdrv2k_ YAMAHA USB MIDI driver for Win2000 xP the computer with a USB cable Tools Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP Enables you to edit MAGICSTOMP patch data on your computer Sample Patch Library MAGICSTOMP patch files These patches can be transferred to the MAGICSTOMP using the Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP These applications are supplied with online PDF manuals 2 Unfortunately Yamaha makes no guarantee concerning the stability of these programs nor can it offer user support for them Minimum System Requirements Th
7. creation Upload new patch data via USB e Patches supplied on the accompanying CD ROM or downloaded from the internet can be up loaded into the MAGICSTOMP via the USB cable You can also store customized sound patches in your computer Create custom effects on your computer with dedicated software based patch editor e Use the supplied USB cable to connect the MAGICSTOMP to your computer then use the accompanying Sound Editor For MAGICSTOMP application to edit the effects parameters and set parameters that can be controlled with the MAGICSTOMP s three control knobs Cre ate your own custom patches to make your own MAGICSTOMP Built in chromatic auto tuner e The MAGICSTOMP also includes a built in chromatic auto tuner which is extremely useful in live performances and recording Component Names amp Functions E Top Panel k VOLUME E Rear Panel Component Names amp Functions Display Displays information for the currently selected patch or operating conditions of the MAGICSTOMP CONTROL Knobs These are used to control patch parameters gt page 14 VOLUME Knob Controls the overall output volume of the MAGICSTOMP page 12 STORE Button This button is used to store patches that have been edited in the MAGICSTOMP page 16 Switch Switch ON OFF Switch These switches select
8. e Before making any connections make sure that the power is switched OFF on the MAGICSTOMP and any external devices To protect speakers from possible damage always set the VOLUME knob to 0 before switching the power ON OFF e When connecting any devices to this unit make sure that the power is switched OFF first e Do not apply excessive force to the switches knobs and controls e The MAGICSTOMP is a precision device Handle it with care and avoid dropping or jarring it e For safety always remove the power adaptor from the AC wall outlet if there is any danger of lightning striking in your area e Keep the MAGICSTOMP away from neon signs or fluorescent lighting to prevent noise pickup e To prevent damage and possibly electrical shock never open the case and tamper with the internal circuitry e Never use benzene thinner or other volatile liquids for cleaning as these chemicals may cause damage or discoloration to the finish Always use a dry soft cloth to wipe off dust and dirt 4 Package Contents The following items are included in the MAGICSTOMP package Check to see that you have every thing listed here MAGIGSTOMP nn 1 CD ROM zarenian 1 e Power Adaptor AC 10 1 U SBGable 2 nennen 1 e Owners Manual this booklet 1 Pateh List sissid 1 CAUTION e Before breaking the seal on the CD ROM package please carefully read the Software Licensing Agreement
9. markings and instructions that accompany the accessory product 9 The power supply cord plug should be disconnected from the outlet when electronic products are to be left unused for extended periods of time Cords should also be disconnected when there is a high probability of lightening and or electrical storm activity 10 Care should be taken that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through any openings that may exist 1 1 Electrical electronic products should be serviced by a qualified service person when a The power supply cord has been damaged or b Objects have fallen been inserted or liquids have been spilled into the enclosure through openings or c The product has been exposed to rain or d The product does not operate exhibits a marked change in performance or e The product has been dropped or the enclosure of the product has been damaged 12 This product either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speaker s may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss DO NOT operate for a long period of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears you should consult an audi ologist IMPORTANT The louder the sound the shorter the time period before damage occurs 13 Some Yamaha products may have benches and or acces sory mounting fixtures that are e
10. one of the following measures Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference Utilize power outlets that are on different branch circuit breaker or fuse circuits or install AC line filter s In the case of radio or TV interference relocate reorient the antenna If the antenna lead in is 300 ohm ribbon lead change the lead in to co axial type cable If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product If you can not locate the appropriate retailer please contact Yamaha Corporation of America Electronic Service Division 6600 Orangethorpe Ave Buena Park CA90620 The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA CANADA This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada e This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Canada Music Ltd e Ceci ne s applique qu aux produits distribu s par Yamaha Canada Musique Lt e The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the product The l
11. reflect the posi tion of the knob Fig 4 If the knob is not moved for a few seconds the value display will return to the parameter name display Fig 3 Create your own sound OK now try and edit a patch to your liking Parameters for the patch effect can only be adjusted when the MAGICSTOMP is in its normal operating mode when a patch is selected and the effect is switched ON Parameters can not be adjusted if the effect is switched OFF or when the MAGICSTOMP is in the Store Mode page 16 Name Edit Mode page 18 or Tuner Mode page 20 Information on the parameters can be found in the PDF file in the accompanying CD ROM Look in the Macintosh only International folder Manual folder and get the EffectListE pdf This list offers descriptions on each of the effect parameters Acrobat Reader is required to view the PDF file on your computer page 25 27 Could you make something you like If you did you can use the store operation described in the next section to save your settings in the MAGICSTOMP If you select another patch before carrying out the store operation or disconnect the power all changes you made will be lost and the data will return to its original condition Inside the accompanying CD ROM you ll find an editing application called Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP that lets you use a computer to edit the patches effects in the MAGICSTOMP The MAGICSTOMP has a tota
12. OMP Never use this adaptor with any other device e The MAGICSTOMP automatically switches ON when power is connected and supplied to the device e Connect a guitar bass or any line level instrument such as a synthesizer etc to the INPUT jack The MAGICSTOMP can also be connected to the effect loop of an amplifier mixer or other similar device e Set the INPUT LEVEL switch to match the output level of the instrument or device that is connected to the MAGICSTOMP If the sound is distorted when the switch is set to the HIGH position change the setting to LOW If you feel output is low when the switch is set to the LOW position change the setting to HIGH e When using patches with stereo output we recommend connecting the MAGICSTOMP s out put jacks to a stereo device e When connecting to a monaural device use the OUTPUT L MONO jack e When connecting the power adaptor to the MAGICSTOMP s AC IN jack you can wrap the power adaptor cord around the cord hook as shown in the illustration below this helps keeping the plug from being accidentally pulled out CAUTION e Don t let the cord bend sharply or kink when wrapping the cord around the hook An excessive bend can cut the cord or start a fire AC IN ack a i Pe Cord hook Power adaptor cord Connections Using the MAGICSTOMP with a guitar or other instrument Connecting to a guitar Connecting to guitar amplifiers Connecting to a record
13. RE bution PRESS STORE 1sec appears in the lower half of the display The destination patch number to which the patch will be stored and the patch name under which the data will be stored appears on the upper half of the display If the STORE button is pressed when a Preset Patch is currently selected the corresponding User Patch number is automatically selected as the destination patch number for storing Destination patch The name of the number for storing edited patch STORE 2 You can also give the patch a new name To change the name of the patch follow steps through described on page 18 3 Press and hold the STORE button about 1 second until NOW STORING appears on the display Store complete m STORE Press and hold To cancel the store operation press and quickly release the STORE button within I second and the MAGICSTOMP returns to its original condition the changed patch name returns to its original name To store the data to the file s original patch number overwrite and with the same patch name press and hold the STORE button for more than 1 second to execute the store operation after you re done editing This store procedure can not be used when editing a Preset Patch You must first assign a User Patch number as the destination patch number before executing the store operation Saving Patches Saving the data to a different patch num
14. Saving Patches ssccccccsssscccscssssccessssscecsenesscssseeessceseeeees Storing edited patches STORE 0 nH nen Giving the patch a name ussssssssnonsnsennnonnnnennonsnnnnnnnnee Giving the patch a name Name Edit Mode Tuner Mode 222222000000000n0onnennennnnnnnnnnnnnsnnsnnnnnsnnsnnnnnsnnee Using tS RUMO NS lt t5c5ci52 cvsenccestceisteasaidecsesssveansateacsteeisccetescessesseteceds Factory Set Restore Factory Defaults sssesccessesees Restoring the factory defaults 00 0 ee eeeesseeceseeceeereeeseseeeenerees Editing Patches with a Computterr ccccsssccsssssssseeseeeees Data FOW ssscsesissecescssossoscssscosssoscssssssssssesoens Using the Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP For Windows Users 202ss 000000200 0000 008000 For Macint shVsers nase nennen Error Messages 0 sccccsccsssscccescccescccscseceseceessceessseeessenes Trouble Shooting ssss0s00sssnnonnnnnenonnnnnnsnonssnnnnnnnsnnne Specifications cssccccscssssccccssssscscecssscscseecssesseeessssseeeees SOFTWARE LICENSING AGREEMENT ccccsscccseseeeessenes Precautions e Avoid using the MAGICSTOMP in the following locations to prevent possible damage e In direct sunlight or next to heating equipment e In extremely cold or hot locations e Locations exposed to high humidity or excessive dust e Locations subject to strong shocks or vibration
15. ability of these programs nor can it offer user support for them Minimum System Requirements The system requirements below may differ slightly depending on the particular operating system e Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP OS Computer Available Memory Hard Disk Display e USB MIDI Driver OS Computer Memory Hard disk Other Mac OS 8 6 through Mac OS 9 22 The Mac OS X and Mac Classic environ ments are not supported A Macintosh computer with a PowerPC or later CPU 16 MB or more 32 MB or more 800 x 600 32 000 colors or more Mac OS 8 5 through Mac OS 9 22 The Mac OS X and Mac Classic environ ments are not supported A Macintosh computer with a USB connector and a PowerPC or later CPU 64 MB or more 128 MB or more is recommended Turn off virtual memory 2 MB or more OMS 2 3 8 included in the CD ROM in the package Editing Patches with a Computer Installing Acrobat Reader PDF files E pdf for the Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP Owner s Manual and installation guides for the accompanying application or drivers plus the MAGICSTOMP Effect List are all found in the accompanying CD ROM International folder Manual folder In order to view these PDF files you ll need to install Acrobat Reader Follow the steps described below to install Acrobat Reader Installation is not required if you already have Acrobat Reader installed on your computer Acrobat Reader English and J
16. age Section of this manual 4 WARNING Do not place this product or any other objects on the power cord or place it in a position where anyone could walk on trip over or roll anything over power or connect ing cords of any kind The use of an extension cord is not recommended If you must use an extension cord the minimum wire size for a 25 cord or less is 18 AWG NOTE The smaller the AWG number the larger the current handling capacity For longer extension cords consult a local electrician 5 Ventilation Electronic products unless specifically designed for enclosed installations should be placed in locations that do not interfere with proper ventilation If instructions for enclosed installations are not provided it must be assumed that unobstructed ventilation is required 6 Temperature considerations Electronic products should be installed in locations that do not seriously contribute to their operating temperature Placement of this product close to heat sources such as radiators heat registers etc should be avoided 7 This product was NOT designed for use in wet damp locations and should not be used near water or exposed to rain Examples of wet damp locations are near a swimming pool spa tub sink or wet basement 8 This product should be used only with the components supplied or a cart rack or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer If a cart rack or stand is used please observe all safety
17. apanese is included in the accompanying CD ROM If a different language version of Acrobat Reader is already installed in your computer use that version to view the files 1 In the accompanying CD ROM double click on the International folder Acroread folder Acrobat Reader Installer appears 2 Double click on Acrobat Reader Installer Acrobat Reader Setup Dialog box will be displayed 3 Execute the installation by following the on screen directions After installation is complete the Acrobat folder appears on your PC in Hard Disk as the de fault For information on using the Acrobat Reader refer to the Reader Guide in the Help menu Error Messages One of the following messages may appear in the MAGICSTOMP s display if an error occurs during operation If so please stop operation and check the following points to find a solution to the problem The data being bulk transmitted is damaged After restoring overwrite store etc the user patch data that corresponds to the patch number try transmitting the data again An error occurred while transmitting data Check the USB cable connection computer settings etc An error occurred while transmitting or receiving bulk data Check the USB cable connection Also if the error occurs about halfway through the operation setting the interval speed to a slower setting sometimes solves the problem The hardware is damaged Please contact the dea
18. ber After you re done editing press the STORE button Destination patch The name of the number for storing edited patch STORE Select the patch number to which you want to save the data Use the or switches to select the destination patch number to which you want to save your data Destination patch The name of the edited number for storing patch 2 0 4 You can also give the patch a new name To change the name of the patch follow steps through described on page 18 Press and hold the STORE button about 1 second until NOW STORING appears on the display Store complete STORE m Press and hold To cancel the store operation press and quickly release the STORE button within I second and the MAGICSTOMP returns to its original condition the changed patch name returns to its original name In additions to creating and storing new patches you can use the store operation to put patches in the same order that you use them in performance making selection while playing quick and convenient Giving the patch a name E Giving the patch a name Name Edit Mode You can use up to 12 characters when making a name for a User Patch Names of Preset Patches PO1 P99 can not be changed Press the STORE button PRESS STORE 1sec appears in the lower half of the display Current patch number m STORE 2 Press and hold the ON OFF swit
19. ch until NAME EDIT MODE appears on the display The cursor appears below the first character of the patch name ON OFF O Press and hold Cursor 3 Move the cursor to change characters Use the and switches to move the cursor to the character you want to change then use the three knobs to select the character Cursor The characters that can Lito t Btoz be set with each knob space space e Moves the cursor to the right gt e Press simultaneously with the STORE button to insert a space where the cursor is e Moves the cursor to the left lt e Press simultaneously with the STORE button to delete the character selected with the cursor ON OFF O O Magicstomp SF cuman errects processor Holding down the switch and Holding down the switch and button repeats the same opera button repeats the same op tion continuously eration continuously Giving the patch a name Up to 12 characters can be used in a patch name Only 11 characters are displayed when the USB connection is used After you ve changed the name press the ON OFF switch The MAGICSTOMP is now in store standby mode ON OFF oO Press Press and hold the STORE button about 1 second until NOW STORING appears in the display The new patch name is stored with the patch Changing the patch name is complete STORE Press and hold
20. e off Performance Mode Create your own sound E Use the knobs to adjust the effect The three knobs located below the display let you adjust different characteristics of the effect The parameters that these knobs adjust differ according to the selected patch The name of the parameters that these knobs adjust and the relative knob position of each of the parameters are shown on the lower half of the display In the example shown below the following parameter names and knob values are shown starting with the left knob DRIV Drive 8 9 MSTR Master 4 0 TONE 2 8 When the knob s position does not match the value for the selected parameter you ll need to rotate the knob until it matches the position that corresponds to the parameter value before you can change the setting Let s rotate the DRIV knob Before rotating the knob its parameter name is shown in the display Fig 1 When the knob is rotated the set value 8 9 is indicated in the display and will not change until you rotate the knob past the 3 o clock position Fig 2 Fig 1 Fig 2 After you rotate the knob past the 3 o clock position the actual value that corresponds to the knob s position is indicated in the display Also the i mark to the right of the patch number will change to F to indicate that the parameter s value has changed Fig 3 Once the parameter s value has been changed the value shown in the display will
21. e system requirements below may differ slightly depending on the particular operating system e Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP OS Windows 98 Me 2000 XP Home Edition XP Professional Computer 166 MHz or higher Intel Pentium Celeron processor Available Memory 32 MB or more Hard Disk 30 MB or more Display 800 x 600 or more High Color 16 bit USB MIDI Driver OS Windows 98 Me 2000 XP Home Edition XP Professional Computer 166 MHz or higher Intel Pentium Celeron processor Available Memory 32 MB or more 64 MB or more is recommended Hard Disk 2 MB or more Editing Patches with a Computer Installing Acrobat Reader PDF files E pdf for the Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP Owner s Manual and installation guides for the accompanying application or drivers plus the MAGICSTOMP Effect List are all found in the accompanying CD ROM Manual folder In order to view these PDF files you ll need to install Acrobat Reader Follow the steps described below to install Acrobat Reader Acrobat Reader English and Japanese is included in the accompanying CD ROM If a different language version of Acrobat Reader is already installed in your computer use that version to view the files In the accompanying CD ROM double click on the Acroread folder The file ar enu exe appears indicates the version number 2 Double click on ar enu exe Acrobat Reader Setup Dialog box will be displayed 3 Ex
22. ecute the installation by following the on screen directions After installation is complete the Acrobat folder appears on your PC in Program Files as the default For information on using the Acrobat Reader refer to the Reader Guide in the Help menu Editing Patches with a Computer For Macintosh Users Contents of the CD ROM International folder The Japanese folder contains the Japanese version of the software Folder Name Application Name Contents ACROREAD Acrobat Reader Enables you to view each application s PDF file Manual PDF Manuals 3 files e SoundEditor_E pdf Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP Owner s Manual e InstallGuide_E pdf Installation Guide for softwares for MAGICSTOMP e EffectList_E pdf MAGICSTOMP Effect List OMS Open Music System OMS 2 3 8 Enables you to run MIDI applications on the MAC OS USB MAGICSTOMP MAGICSTOMP s OMS setup file in theThe OMS Settup for YAMAHA folder USBarv_ YAMAHA USB MIDI driver Driver needed when connecting the MAGICSTOMP to the computer with a USB cable Tools Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP Enables you to edit MAGICSTOMP patch data on your computer Sample Patch Library MAGICSTOMP patch files These patches can be transferred to the MAGICSTOMP using the Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP These applications are supplied with online PDF manuals 2 Unfortunately Yamaha makes no guarantee concerning the st
23. he USB jack on your computer Windows or Macintosh to the MAGICSTOMP s USB jack e The Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP application found in the accompanying CD ROM can be used to edit MAGICSTOMP patches or transfer patch data between the MAGICSTOMP and your computer This application can also be used to write patch data files found in the CD ROM to the MAGICSTOMP e Also included in the CD ROM are USB MIDI Driver and OMS required for Macintosh com puters only applications which are needed to allow communication between your computer and the MAGICSTOMP Computer raen Sound Editor for Data File MAGICSTOMP Application Patch Data Supplied CD ROM USB MIDI Driver OMS OMS is required for Macintosh computers only MAGICSTOMP E Using the Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP Before breaking the seal on the CD ROM package please carefully read the Software Licensing Agreement on page 30 After you ve read agreement follow the steps de scribed below to install and use the application 1 Make sure the your computer meets the operating requirements of the Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP and driver applications Windows page 24 Macintosh page 26 2 The CD ROM also includes the Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP Owner s Manual and Installation Guide for the supplied drivers plus the MAGICSTOMP Effect List all in PDF file format To view these files you ll need Acrobat Reader in
24. ightning flash with arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INFORMATION RELATING TO PERSONAL INJURY ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE HAZARD POSSIBILITIES HAS BEEN INCLUDED IN THIS LIST WARNING When using any electrical or electronic prod uct basic precautions should always be followed These precau tions include but are not limited to the following 1 e Read all Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Special Message Section items and any Assembly Instructions found in this manual BEFORE making any connections includ ing connection to the main supply 2 Do not attempt to service this product beyond that described in the user maintenance instructions All other servic ing should be referred to qualified service personnel 3 Main Power Supply Verification Yamaha products are manufactured specifically for the supply voltage in the area where they are to be sold If you should move or if any doubt exists about the supply voltage in your area please contact your dealer for supply voltage verification and if applicable instruc tions The required supply voltage is printed on the name plate For name plate location please refer to the graphic found in the Special Mess
25. ither supplied as a part of the product or as optional accessories Some of these items are designed to be dealer assembled or installed Please make sure that benches are stable and any optional fixtures where appli cable are well secured BEFORE using Benches supplied by Yamaha are designed for seating only No other uses are recom mended PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL 92 469 3 Magicstomp Owner s Manual Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha MAGICSTOMP To get the most out of this product we urge you to thoroughly read this manual before use Also please keep the manual in a safe place for future reference Contents Precautions cccccsssccccssssscccccsscscecccesescsccecessccsssessecsseeeeees 6 Package Contents cccssscccsssssscscccssssceceeesscceseeessscseeeeeees 6 MAGICSTOMP s Main Features scccccccsssssccesssssscseeeeeees 7 Component Names amp FUNCTIONS cccccssscscccsssssseceeeeees Top Panel 0 4 Rear Panel Connections ss2sssesnonssnennnonnnnennnnssnnnennnen Using the MAGICSTOMP scscsccssssssscscecsssssceeeecssesseeeees Turn on the amplifier and play eeeeessceessceceeeeeeeeeeneeeeseeeeene Try out some of the other patches uurzuursnsnssnnnsnnnnnsnnen nennen Create your own SOUNG ccccccssscccssssscccceersssccseeeessceseeeees Use the knobs to adjust the effect cr2220n0200nesnonennnenenennnnnnn
26. l of 63 different effect types that each utilize a variety of parameters in addition to the three that can be controlled with the MAGICSTOMP s three control knobs With the Sound Editor you can change any of the effect s pa rameters as you like to create elaborate effects You can also assign any param eters you like to the MAGICSTOMP s three control knobs The Sound Editor also lets you use the patch library that is included in the accompa nying CD ROM and store patches you have created with your computer in the MAGICSTOMP We also recommend that you use the Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP to gain a greater understanding of how the MAGICSTOMP works Refer to page 22 for more information Saving Patches E Storing edited patches STORE The MAGICSTOMP lets you store your original patches in its User Patch memory U01 U99 After creating a patch you like use the following procedure to store the patch Patches can not be stored in the Preset Patch memory POI P99 The volume knob s setting is not stored with patch data The store operation takes your edited data and writes it to the destination patch number that you ve selected overwriting the old patch data with the new Depending upon your needs either overwrite the original patch with new data or select another patch number to store the new data to To rewrite overwrite the original patch with new data After you re done editing press the STO
27. ler from whom you purchased the product Trouble Shooting e No Sound Is the power adapter properly connected Is the volume control on the instrument connected to the INPUT jack turned up Is the volume knob set to 0 Is the effect s output level set to 0 e Sound level is low Switch the input level to the HIGH position gt P 10 e Effect is not active Is the effect s output level set to 0 Is the effect switched OFF all lamps are off e Can not change to another patch Check the display If the MAGICSTOMP is in its Tuner Mode gt P 20 or Name Edit Mode P 18 you can not change to another patch e Adjusting the control knob has no effect on the sound Rotate the knob until the value shown on the display changes and then try setting P 14 Specifications Digital Section e Digital signal processing effector e Includes special editor application Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP e Patch Select 2 Modes e Built in Chromatic Auto Tuner Communications Receive Parameter Change Bulk In 1 patch Bulk In 99 patch Transmit Bulk Out 99 patch Controller Switch Knob x4 CONTROL1 2 3 VOLUME Push Switch x4 ON OFF STORE Slide Switch x1 INPUT LEVEL HIGH LOW Display 16 x 2 character LCD w Back light LED x 3 ON OFF Connections INPUT Standard Monaural Phone Jack OUTPUT L MONO R Standard Monaural Phone Jack USB
28. p Raise Pitch Factory Set Restore Factory Defaults E Restoring the factory defaults Hold down both the ON OFF switch and STORE button then plug in the power adaptor connected to the unit and FACTORY SET will appear in the display Press the switch and the display will ask for your confirmation Pressing the switch cancels the Factory Set operation and the MAGICSTOMP will start normal operation Press the STORE button to execute the Factory Set operation All settings in the User Patch memory will be overwritten with factory default settings which are the same as the Preset Patches Press either the or ON OFF switch to cancel the factory set operation and the MAGICSTOMP will start normal operation When you restore the factory default settings all data for the current settings in the User Patch memory will be lost We recommend that you make a note of or back up to a computer any important data or settings Editing Patches with a Computer In the CD ROM that came with your MAGICSTOMP you ll find some patch files library file format that contain patches other than those found in the MAGICSTOMP s Preset Patches P01 P99 You can select any of the patches you like from the library and trans fer them to the MAGICSTOMP s User Patches U01 U99 Also found in the accompanying CD ROM is the Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP application that lets you use your computer to edit tho
29. p on an exchange basis without charge Ex cept as expressly set forth above the SOFT WARE is provided as is and no other war ranties either expressed or implied are made with respect to this software including without limitation the implied warranties of merchantabil ity and fitness for a particular purpose 5 LIMITED LIABILITY Your sole remedies and Yamaha s entire liability are as set forth above In no event will Yamaha be liable to you or any other person for any dam ages including without limitation any incidental or consequential damages expenses lost prof its lost savings or other damages arising out of the use or inability to use such SOFTWARE even if Yamaha or an authorized dealer has been advised of the possibility of such damages or for any claim by any other party 6 GENERAL This license agreement shall be interpreted ac cording to and governed by Japanese laws WB84400 YAMAHA Printed in China
30. patches switch the patch ON or OFF or switch modes page 12 13 18 20 INPUT Jack For connecting an instrument such as a guitar synthesizer etc to the MAGICSTOMP page 11 INPUT LEVEL HIGH LOW Switch Selects HIGH or LOW impedance to match the input level with the output level of the instrument connected to the INPUT jack gt page 11 OUTPUT L MONO R Jacks For connecting the MAGICSTOMP to a guitar amplifier recorder PA mixer etc Use the L MONO jack when connecting to monaural devices gt page 11 USB Jack For connecting the MAGICSTOMP to a computer This lets you edit patch voices on the computer or move patch data between the computer and the MAGICSTOMP page 23 AC IN Jack Power Adaptor Connect the supplied power adaptor to this jack gt page 10 Power is switched ON when the power adaptor is connected and supplying power to the main unit Connections CAUTION e In order to prevent electric shock or damage to your equipment turn OFF the power on the guitar amp etc and set the MAGICSTOMP s volume to its minimum level before making any connections e Only use the supplied AC 10 adaptor to power the unit Using another adaptor may result in damage overheating or fire which can be very dangerous e Make sure to use the recommended AC voltage as indicated on the power adaptor e The supplied power adaptor AC 10 is designed specifically for use with the MAGICST
31. re User Patches U01 U99 to which you can save overwrite data of patches that you have created The other 99 are Preset Patches P01 P99 which can not be overwritten with new data You can however edit the Preset Patches and save them in the User Patch section When shipped from the factory the MAGICSTOMP s User Patch section contains the same data as found in the Preset Patches Two ways to select patches When the MAGICSTOMP is shipped from the factory its UP DOWN MODE is already set for the patch selection mode In this mode just press the switch to move to the next greater patch number and press the switch to move to the next lesser patch number Hold either switch down and the patch numbers will quickly cycle up or down in order In this mode the ON OFF switch is used to switch the patch effect on or off Pressing the switch decreases Pressing the switch increases the patch number by 1 the patch number by 1 YAMAHA UBTRDIST i SEBALGBSTERBVOL F iD on QFF Effect ON ON OFF _ Using the MAGICSTOMP The other way to select patches is with the Performance Mode In this mode the and ON OFF switches are used to turn three adjacent patches ON and OFF To enter the Performance Mode pre
32. reaty provisions You are entitled to claim ownership of the media in which the SOFTWARE is included Therefore you must treat the SOFTWARE like any other copy righted materials 2 RESTRICTIONS The SOFTWARE program is copyrighted You may not engage in reverse engineer ing or re production of the SOFTWARE by other conceiv able methods You may not reproduce modify change rent lease resell or distribute the SOFTWARE in whole or in part or create de rivative works from the SOFTWARE You may not transmit or network the SOFTWARE with other computers You may transfer ownership of the SOFTWARE and the accompanying writ ten materials on a permanent basis provided that you retain no copies and the recipient agrees to the terms of the licensing agreement 3 TERMINATION The licensing condition of the software program becomes effective on the day that you receive the SOFTWARE If any one of the copyright laws or clauses of the licensing conditions is violated the licensing agreement shall be terminated au tomatically without notice from Yamaha In this case you must destroy the licensed SOFT WARE and its copies immediately 4 PRODUCT WARRANTY Yamaha warrants to the original purchaser that if the SOFTWARE when used in normal condi tions will not perform the functions described in the manual provided by Yamaha the sole rem edy will be that Yamaha will replace any media which proves defective in materials or workman shi
33. se parameters that can not be edited with the MAGICSTOMP s control knobs to create your own original patches Using the application is easy Launch the Sound Editor for MAGICSTOMP application and select a patch library in the library window then click to open the editor window in which you can edit all of the selected effects parameters On the computer s display you can set the patch type effect type patch name and assign parameters that can be controlled with the MAGICSTOMP s control knobs After editing the patch it can be trans ferred to the MAGICSTOMP s the User Patch memory Library Window el a ee FH User Preset Patch Name No FX Type a HeavyHiGain 001 Amp Mul HeavyTrem 002 Amp Mul Drivin Verb 003 Amp Mul VinTremolo 004 Amp Mul 70 sRockLead 005 Amp Mul SciFiFlange 006 Distortio AllPurpose 007 Amp Mul GrunchChorus 008 Amp Mul CleanCutting 009 Amp Mul H A BluesSolo a Amp Mul Edit Window Cuttin Fl 011 Amp Mul ArpDelay 012 Amp Mul e FatGermFuzz 013 Distortion amp 2 Sa 53 BuzzsawFuzz 014 Distortion ren TubeDrive 015 Distortion VinMidBoost 016 Distortion YAMAHA ClassicDist 017 Distortion TYPE Magicstomp BieSusFuzz 018 Distortio X Overdrive 019 Distortion 2 MetalDist 020 Distortion m SmashingFuzz 021 Distortion a ao JetFuzz 022 Distortio PAGE Thamrin 999 oon Mul Editing Patches with a Computer E Data Flow e Use the supplied USB cable to connect t
34. ss and hold any two switches from and ON OFF PERFORMANCE MODE appears in the display to inform you that the MAGICSTOMP is now in the Performance Mode Press and hold the or switch to change the patch set switch U01 02 03 gt P97 98 99 gt P94 95 96 switch U01 02 03 gt U04 05 06 U07 08 09 Patch sets three adjacent patches make a patch set have been predetermined U01 U02 U03 U04 U05 U06 U97 U98 U99 POI P02 P03 P97 P98 P99 When the MAGICSTOMP switches to the Performance Mode the patch set containing the patch number selected with the Up Down Mode is selected To return to the UP DOWN Mode press and hold any two switches from and ON OFF UP DOWN MODE appears in the display to inform you that the MAGICSTOMP is now in the Up Down Mode Example Switching from the Up Down Mode patch U06 is selected to the Performance Mode When in the Performance Mode the lamp of the currently selected patch lights U05 is selected in the illustration below Patch U04 Patch U06 ON OFF switch ON OFF switch Yasicstonp Press and hold any two of the three Press and hold PAON UOS Pressand Noid A the switch ON OFF switch the switch switches U01 02 03 U07 08 09 P97 98 99 U10 11 12 P94 95 96 U13 14 15 P91 92 93 U16 17 18 _ t When all three patches are switched OFF the display appears as follows all lamps ar
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