1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Alesis Manuals
  4. Recording Equipment
  5. PicoVerb
  6. Reference manual

Alesis PicoVerb Reference Manual

Compact effects processor
Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Reference Manual

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Alesis PicoVerb

Summary of Contents for Alesis PicoVerb

  • Page 1 Reference Manual...
  • Page 2 This page intentionally left blank 100%...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introduction ... 3 Welcome! ... 3 About the PicoVerb ... 4 PicoVerb Key Features ... 4 What you can do with your PicoVerb ... 5 How to Use This Manual ... 6 Important Safety Instructions (English)... 7 (French)... 9 (German) ... 11 CE Declaration Of Conformity...
  • Page 4 Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Index Audio Input... 29 Audio Output... 29 Audio Performance... 29 Mechanical:... 29 Alesis Limited Warranty Alesis Contact Information ... 27 ... 31 ... 32...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Welcome! Thank you for making the Alesis PicoVerb™ a part of your studio. Since 1984, we've been designing and building creative tools for the audio community. We believe in our products, because we've heard the results that creative people like you have achieved with them. One...

  • Page 6: About The Picoverb

    MidiVerb, MicroVerb and NanoVerb products, the PicoVerb comes complete with 16 studio quality 24-bit digital effects in a compact, easy to use package. The PicoVerb is suitable for use in everything from guitar rigs to professional recording studios.

  • Page 7: What You Can Do With Your Picoverb

    What you can do with your PicoVerb When you have the PicoVerb properly connected, you can: • add space or “room sound” to dry or sterile sounds using the Halls, Rooms and Plates reverberators. • create a lively ensemble effect from a single instrument or static section using the Chorus program.

  • Page 8: How To Use This Manual

    How to Use This Manual This manual is divided into the following sections describing the various functions and applications for the PicoVerb. While it's a good idea to read through the entire manual once carefully, those having general knowledge about studio equipment should use the table of contents to look up specific functions.

  • Page 9: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions (English) Safety symbols used in this product This symbol alerts the user that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit. This symbol warns the user of uninsulated voltage within the unit that can cause dangerous electric shocks.
  • Page 10 Important Safety Instructions 12. Use only with a cart, stand, bracket, or table designed for use with professional audio or music equipment. In any installation, make sure that injury or damage will not result from cables pulling on the apparatus and its mounting. If a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

  • Page 11: (French)

    Important Safety Instructions Instructions de Sécurité Importantes (French) Symboles utilisés dans ce produit Ce symbole alèrte l’utilisateur qu’il existe des instructions de fonctionnement et de maintenance dans la documentation jointe avec ce produit. Ce symbole avertit l’utilisateur de la présence d’une tension non isolée à...
  • Page 12 Important Safety Instructions 12. N’utilisez qu’avec un stand, ou table conçus pour l’utilisation d’audio professionnel ou instruments de musique. Dans toute installation, veillez de ne rien endommager à cause de câbles qui tirent sur des appareils et leur support. 13. Débranchez l’appareil lors d’un orage ou lorsqu’il n’est pas utilisé...

  • Page 13: (German)

    Important Safety Instructions Lesen Sie bitte die folgende Sicherheitshinweise (German) Sicherheit Symbole verwendet in diesem Produkt Dieses Symbol alarmiert den Benutzer, daß es wichtige Funktionieren und Wartung Anweisungen in der Literatur gibt, die diese Maßeinheit begleitet. Dieses Symbol warnt den Benutzer der nicht isolierten Spannung innerhalb der Maßeinheit, die gefährliche elektrische Schläge verursachen kann.
  • Page 14 Important Safety Instructions 12. Verwenden Sie ausschließlich Wagen, Ständer, oder Tische, die speziell für professionelle Audio- und Musikinstrumente geeignet sind. Achten Sie immer darauf, daß die jeweiligen Geräte sicher installiert sind, um Schäden und Verletzungen zu vermeiden. Wenn Sie einen Rollwagen benutzen, achten Sie darauf, das dieser nicht umkippt, um Verletzungen auszuschließen.

  • Page 15: Ce Declaration Of Conformity

    Important Safety Instructions CE Declaration Of Conformity See our website at: http://www.alesis.com FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 16 Important Safety Instructions...

  • Page 17: Chapter 1: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide If you can’t wait to get started … The Alesis PicoVerb is a unique product, but its basic hookup and operation is similar to other effects processors in most respects. If you’re experienced with signal processors, this chapter is a “shorthand”...

  • Page 18: Step 2: Try Some Effects

    Quick Start Guide Step 2: Try some effects 1. Play some audio into the PicoVerb. Turn up your mixer’s effects sends to a moderate level and then turn up the level on your effects returns. 2. Adjust the INPUT knob on the front of the PicoVerb until you hear a strong, clear signal coming from the unit.

  • Page 19: Chapter 2: Connections

    PicoVerb for servicing. The shipping carton should contain the following items: • PicoVerb with the same serial number as shown on the shipping carton • P3 Power Adapter •...

  • Page 20: Connecting To An Instrument Or Microphone

    Most mixing consoles have post-fader effects send and return jacks on their rear panels. This is usually the best choice for connecting the PicoVerb as you will be able to use an effect on several sources at once. When you connect the PicoVerb in this way, you may hear an odd phasing sound on some of the reverb and delay programs.

  • Page 21: Connecting To The Channel Inserts Of A Mixing Console

    Most mixing consoles have a jack near the mic and line inputs labeled “insert”. This is typically a TRS jack with the send and return on the same jack. To use the PicoVerb as a channel insert effect, you will need an insert cable (not included).

  • Page 22: Connecting To The Main Inserts Of A

    In addition to channel inserts, most mixing consoles have main insert jacks near the main outputs. You can use insert cables to connect the PicoVerb to the main L/R bus the same way you connect it to a pair of channels. Simply connect one insert...
  • Page 23 Audio Cables The connections between the PicoVerb and your studio are music’s lifeline, so use only high quality cables. These should be low-capacitance shielded cables with a stran (not solid) internal conductor and a low-resistance shield. Although quality cables cost more, they do make a difference.
  • Page 24 Connections...

  • Page 25: Chapter 3: Description Of Programs

    Description of Programs Your PicoVerb comes from the factory with 16 studio quality preset effects programs. Turn the program select encoder to choose an effects program. Reverb Effects HALL 1 A large, bright concert hall reverberation effect suitable for vocals and instruments.

  • Page 26: Modulation Effects

    Description of Programs Modulation Effects CHORUS A complex, 6-voice chorus ensemble effect with short delays often referred to as a “Chorus / Doubler”. Discrete stereo signal path. Slow and watery. FLANGE Classic stereo flange: a slow, slightly metallic sweep with a discrete stereo signal path.

  • Page 27: Full Mix Effect

    Description of Programs Full Mix Effect VOCAL ELIMINATOR This program removes the vocal and lead instruments from the center of the stereo image of most audio sources. Use this to program to remove the lead guitar from your favorite recordings or make your own karaoke mix. Rotating Speaker Effect ROTARY Fast rotary speaker simulator creates the classic, lush...
  • Page 28 Description of Programs...

  • Page 29: Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Index

    Troubleshooting Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Index If you experience problems while operating your PicoVerb, please use the following table to locate possible causes and solutions before contacting Alesis Product Support for assistance. Symptoms No audio outputs. No input audio. Bad cables.

  • Page 31: Audio Input

    Specifications Audio Input Input Connectors: 2 1/4" TS Jacks (unbalanced) Maximum Input Level: +7 dBu (Input Knob at nominal 12 o'clock position) Input Impedance: Audio Output Output Connectors: 2 1/4" TS Jacks (unbalanced) Maximum Output Level: +5dBu Output Impedance: Audio Performance Signal To Noise Ratio: 101 dB A-weighted THD+N:...
  • Page 32 This page intentionally left blank...

  • Page 33: Alesis Limited Warranty

    For the most effective service, the purchaser should register the purchase on the ALESIS website at http://www.alesis.com/support/warranty.htm. During the warranty period ALESIS shall, at its sole and absolute option, either repair or replace free of charge any product that proves to be defective on inspection by ALESIS or its authorized service representative.

  • Page 34: Alesis Contact Information

    Alesis PicoVerb Reference Manual Revision 1.0 by Erik Norlander Copyright 2002, Alesis Distribution, LLC. All rights reserved Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited. “PicoVerb” is a trademark of Alesis Distribution, LLC. Specifications subject to change without notice. 7-51-0096...

Table of Contents