DigiTech TRIO Band Creator Pedal Instruction Manual

Indledning

The DigiTech TRIO is an innovative electric guitar multi-effect pedal designed to be your personal band. It listens to your guitar playing and automatically generates accompanying bass and drum parts. This manual provides comprehensive instructions for setting up, operating, and maintaining your TRIO pedal, ensuring you get the most out of its unique features.

Nøglefunktioner

• Seven Music Genres and Twelve Song Styles Per Genre to Choose From
• The TRIO can learn up to three different song parts that can be recalled on-the-fly
• Adjustable Tempo & Alternate Half Time/Double Time Variants Bass & Drum Level Controls
• Hands-Free Control Using a DigiTech FS3X Footswitch (optional)
• Amp & Mixer Outputs Headphone Output w/Level Control Power Supply Included

Opsætningsvejledning

Follow these steps to set up your DigiTech TRIO pedal:

1. Connect the included 9V DC power supply to the MAGT input on the pedal and plug it into a power outlet.
2. Tilslut din elektriske guitar til GUITAR I stik ved hjælp af et standard 6,5 mm instrumentkabel.
3. Tilslut AMP UD jack to your guitar ampliferens indgang ved hjælp af et andet 6,5 mm instrumentkabel.
4. For connecting to a mixer or PA system, use the MIXER UD stik.
5. Til privat øvelse skal du tilslutte hovedtelefoner til HOVEDTELEFON UD stik.
6. Optionally, connect a DigiTech FS3X Footswitch to the KONTROL IND jack for extended hands-free control.

Figur 1: Øverst view of the DigiTech TRIO pedal, showing the main controls and footswitch.

Betjeningsvejledning

Basic Operation: Teaching the TRIO a Song

1. Tryk på BAND footswitch once to enter 'Listen' mode. The LÆRE LED vil lyse.
2. Play your desired chord progression and rhythm clearly. The TRIO will analyze your playing.
3. Tryk på BAND footswitch again to stop 'Listen' mode. The SPIL LED will illuminate, and the TRIO will immediately begin playing generated bass and drum parts.
4. You can now play along with your virtual band.

Genre and Style Selection

• Brug GENRE knob to select from Blues, Pop, Alternative Rock, Rock, Country, R&B, and Jazz. The genre affects the overall feel of the generated bass and drum parts.
• Brug STIL knob to choose from twelve different song styles available for each genre. This allows for further customization of the rhythm and feel.
• De ALT TIME button allows you to switch between 3/4 and 4/4 time signatures.

Looping and Song Parts

• The TRIO can learn up to 3 different song parts. To record a new part, select an empty DEL slot (1, 2, or 3) using the corresponding buttons.
• Follow the 'Basic Operation' steps to teach the TRIO the new song part.
• During playback, you can switch between learned song parts on-the-fly by pressing the corresponding DEL knap.
• De LOOPER footswitch allows you to record and playback your own guitar loops. Press once to start recording, press again to stop recording and start playback, and press and hold to clear the loop.

Adjusting Levels and Tempo

• De TEMPO knob adjusts the playback speed of the band and loops.
• De BASS knob controls the volume level of the generated bass line.
• De TROMMER knob controls the volume level of the generated drum track.
• De LOOP knob controls the volume level of your recorded guitar loop.

Figur 2: Vinklet view of the DigiTech TRIO pedal, highlighting the control knobs and input/output jacks.

Styringer og forbindelser

The DigiTech TRIO pedal features a user-friendly layout with clearly labeled controls and versatile connection options:

Kontrol på frontpanelet:

• GUITAR FX: Activates built-in guitar effects tailored to the selected genre.
• PART 1, 2, 3: Buttons to select and recall different learned song parts.
• ALT TIME: Toggles between 3/4 and 4/4 time signatures.
• TEMPO Knob: Adjusts the overall playback speed.
• GENRE Knob: Selects the musical genre (Blues, Pop, Alt Rock, Rock, Country, R&B, Jazz).
• STYLE Knob: Selects one of twelve styles within the chosen genre.
• LOOP Knob: Controls the volume of your recorded guitar loop.
• BAS knap: Controls the volume of the generated bass line.
• DRUMS Knob: Controls the volume of the generated drum track.
• LOOPER fodpedal: Records/plays/clears guitar loops.
• BAND Footswitch: Enters 'Listen' mode to learn chords/rhythm, or starts/stops band playback.

Side and Rear Panel Connections:

• GUITAR I: 1/4-inch input for your electric guitar.
• AMP UD: 1/4-inch output to your guitar amplivligere.
• MIXER OUT: 1/4-inch output for connecting to a mixer or PA system.
• HOVEDTELEFON UD: 1/8-inch stereo output for headphones.
• KONTROL I: 1/4-inch input for optional DigiTech FS3X Footswitch.
• MAGT: 9V DC input for the included power supply.
• USB: Mini-USB port for firmware updates.

Figur 3: Bagside view of the DigiTech TRIO pedal, showing the power input and headphone jack.

Specifikationer

Opretholdelse

• Keep the pedal clean by wiping it with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using abrasive cleaners or solvents.
• Opbevar pedalen et køligt, tørt sted væk fra direkte sollys og ekstreme temperaturer.
• Ensure all cables are securely connected to prevent signal loss or damage.
• Undgå at tabe pedalen eller udsætte den for kraftige stød.

Fejlfinding

• Ingen lyd: Kontroller alle kabelforbindelser (guitar, amp, power). Ensure the pedal is powered on and the volume knobs are not set to zero.
• Dårlig lydkvalitet: Bekræft at dit instrument og amplifier are functioning correctly. Check for damaged cables.
• Band Not Generating Correctly: Ensure you are playing clear, distinct chords during the 'Listen' phase. Try different genres and styles to see if a different setting better interprets your playing.
• Footswitch Unresponsive: Disconnect and reconnect the power supply. If using an optional FS3X footswitch, ensure it is properly connected.

Garanti og support

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