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- Page 1 Modeling Guitar Processor User’s Manual...
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Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity
EN 55020 (1998) Vice-President of Engineering-MI 8760 S. Sandy Parkway Sandy, Utah 84070, USA Date: August 15, 2006 Your local DigiTech / Johnson Sales and Service Office or Harman Music Group 8760 South Sandy Parkway Sandy, Utah 84070 USA Ph: (801) 568-8800... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Effects Library Knob ... 4 Master Level Knob ... 4 X-Edit Editor/Librarian ... 4 Presets ... 5 A Guided Tour of the RP250 ... 6 Front Panel ... 6 Rear Panel ...10 Getting Started ...12 Making Connections ...12 Mono Operation - Amplifier ...12 Stereo Operation ...13... - Page 5 Section Four - Other Functions Drum Machine ...38 Aux Input ...39 Expression Pedal ...39 Factory Reset ...40 Expression Pedal Calibration ...41 Section Five - Appendix Specifications ...42 Expression Pedal - Assignable Parameters ...44 Tone LIbrary ...46 Effects Library ...47 Preset List ...48...
- Page 6 1. The warranty registration card must be mailed within ten days after purchase date to validate this warranty. 2. DigiTech warrants this product, when used solely within the U.S., to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service.
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Page 7: Section One - Introduction
International Industries, Inc. Other product names modeled in this product are trademarks of their respec- tive companies that do not endorse and are not associated or affiliated with DigiTech or Harman International Industries, Inc. They are trademarks of other manufacturers and were used merely to identify products whose sounds were reviewed in the creation of this product. -
Page 8: About The Rp250
Tuner Mode The Tuner in the RP250 allows you to quickly tune or check the tuning on your guitar. Enter Tuner mode by pressing and holding both Footswitches simultaneously. The Display briefly shows tuner indicating that you are in Tuner mode. To begin tuning, play a note on your guitar (a harmonic at the 12th fret usually works best). - Page 9 Display shows note played Top LEDs indicate note is sharp Green LED indicates note is in tune Bottom LEDs indicate note is flat In Tuner mode, you can change your tuning reference. The default factory setting is A=440 Hz (displayed as A=440). Rotating Knob 1 selects alternate dropped tunings. Alternate tunings are A = Ab, A = G, and A = Gb.
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Page 10: Tone Library Knob
Master Level (Knob 4) This knob controls the overall output volume of all of the RP250 (Presets, Drum Machine, and USB playback). X-Edit... -
Page 11: Presets
Presets are recalled with the Footswitches. The active effects in each preset are indicated by lighted LEDs in the Effect Matrix. The RP250 comes with 60 User presets (1-60) and 60 Fac- tory presets (61-120). The User presets are locations where your creations may be stored. The Factory presets do not allow you to store any changes to them. -
Page 12: A Guided Tour Of The Rp250
A Guided Tour of the RP250 Front Panel... - Page 13 1. Footswitches These two Footswitches are used to select presets, access the Tuner, or bypass the RP250. The Footswitch on the right will select the next preset up, and the Footswitch on the left will select the next preset down. Pressing both Footswitches together will bypass the currently selected preset.
- Page 14 Pedal Master Level (Knob 4) 1. In Performance mode, this knob adjusts the output level of the RP250. 2. When editing a preset, this knob modifies the parameter listed in the column directly above it for the selected Effect row.
- Page 15 In Tuner mode, the Display will show the note played. 6. Drums The Drums button is used to turn on and off the RP250’s built-in drum machine. When the Drums button is turned on, the Drums LED lights and the selected drum pattern plays continu- ously.
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Page 16: Rear Panel
Connect your instrument to this high-impedance TS input. 2. Amp / Mixer This button optimizes the RP250’s outputs for use when plugged into a guitar amp or a mixer/ recording device. When set to Mixer (“In” position), speaker compensation is turned on and the outputs are optimized for connecting to a mixer, recording device or headphones. - Page 17 RP250’s Master Level knob for the proper volume balance. 6. USB Port The USB port is for connecting the RP250 to a computer and serves two purposes: (1) for use with the downloadable X-Edit™ Editor/Librarian software, and (2) for streaming audio to and from the computer.
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Page 18: Getting Started
There are several different connection options available with the RP250. Before connecting the RP250, make sure that the power to your amplifier and the RP250 is turned off. There is no power switch on the RP250. To turn the RP250 on or off, connect or disconnect the included PS0913B power supply from the Power Input jack. -
Page 19: Stereo Operation
Stereo Operation For stereo operation connect the guitar to the Input of the RP250. Connect one cable to the RP250’s Left (Mono) output, and another cable to the RP250’s Right output. Connect one cable to the input of one amplifier, channel of a mixer, or power amp. Connect the second cable to a second amplifier, second channel of a mixer, or power amp. -
Page 20: Stereo Mixer Setup
Stereo Mixer Setup Outputs Mixer Aux 1 Aux 1 Aux 1 Aux 1 Aux 1 Aux 1 Aux 1 Aux 1 Aux 2 Aux 2 Aux 2 Aux 2 Aux 2 Aux 2 Aux 2 Aux 2 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1... -
Page 21: Applying Power
2. Connect the plug of the PS0913B power supply to the power jack on the rear panel of the RP250. 3. Connect the other end of the PS0913B power supply to an AC outlet. Turn the RP250’s Mas- ter Level knob (Knob 4) down to “0”. -
Page 22: Section Two - Editing Functions
Section Two - Editing Functions Editing/Creating Presets The RP250 is designed to make preset editing and creation easy and intuitive. When creating your own sound, you must first start with an existing preset. Note that the preset you begin with doesn’t have to be in the memory location you intend to have it reside, since you can store it to any User preset location during the store procedure. -
Page 23: Storing/Copying/Naming A Preset
Anytime a stored value within a preset is changed, the Store button LED lights up. This indicates that you need to store the changes. Changing presets, or turning the power off before storing any changes, erases any changes made and the RP250 will revert to the stored values for the preset. Storing/Copying/Naming a Preset Once the preset has been modified to your liking, you may store your settings to any of the 60 User preset locations (presets 1-60). - Page 24 4. Select the User preset location where your new sound will reside using the Up and Down Footswitches. The display alternates between showing the preset name and User preset num- ber about to be overwritten. 4. Select destination with Footswitches 5.
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Page 25: Section Three - Models And Parameters
With stompboxes, the order in which they are connected affects the overall sound. The RP250 has placed the Amp and Effect models in an order for optimum results. The following diagram shows the order in which they are connected. -
Page 26: Model Definitions
Model Definitions Each Amp and Effect model within the RP250 can be programmed to suit your personal taste and application. Understanding how these components alter the sound, and how each parameter alters the effect, will help you achieve the sound you are looking for. The following overview of the RP250’s effects outlines what each effect and parameter does. -
Page 27: Compressor
Ranges from 0 to 99. Distortion The RP250 models the tones of 13 popular distortion stompboxes, each of which can be tweaked and modified, just like the real thing. Distortion Model - Knob 1 selects one of 13 Distortion models. Press this knob to turn the Distortion on and off. - Page 28 DigiTech and DOD are trademarks of Harman International Industries, Inc. Other product names modeled in this product are trademarks of their respective companies that do not endorse and are not associated or affiliated with DigiTech or Harman International Industries, Inc. They are trademarks of other manufacturers and were used merely to identify products whose sounds were reviewed in the creation of this product.
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Page 29: Amplifier
Amp Modeling also includes an acoustic guitar simulation. Amp Model - Knob 1 selects one of the classic, modern, and DigiTech custom Amp mod- els. Press this knob to turn Amp and Cabinet modeling on and off. Note that when you select an Amp model, the default Cabinet model is automatically selected. - Page 30 DigiTech is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc. Other product names modeled in this product are trademarks of their respective companies that do not endorse and are not associated or affiliated with DigiTech or Harman International Industries, Inc. They are trademarks of other manufacturers and were used merely to identify products whose sounds were reviewed in the creation of this product.
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Page 31: Cabinet
- Based on a 4x12 Marshall Straight w/ Celestion DigiTech and Johnson Amplification are trademarks of Harman International Industries, Inc. Other product names modeled in this product are trademarks of their respective companies that do not endorse and are not associated or affiliated with Digi- Tech or Harman International Industries, Inc. -
Page 32: Noise Gate
The RP250’s EQ helps further shape your tone with Bass, Midrange, and Treble controls. To help get you started, there are four preset EQ curves: Mid Boost (midbst), Scoop (ScooP), Bright (Bright), and Warm (WarM) that can be selected using Knob 1. Bass, Midrange, and Treble parameters range from -12dB to +12dB. -
Page 33: Chorus/Fx
A Chorus adds a short delay to your signal. The delayed signal is modulated in and out of tune and then mixed back with the original signal to create a thicker sound. The RP250 includes the following Chorus Effect models: Ce CHS (based on the classic Boss (DigiTech ’s Dual Chorus), and MCHOrS (DigiTech’s famous Multi Chorus... -
Page 34: Flanger
A Flanger uses the same principle as a Chorus but uses a shorter delay time and adds regeneration (or repeats) to the modulating delay. This results in an exaggerated up and down sweeping motion to the effect. The RP250 includes the following Flanger Effect models: fLangr (the DigiTech Flanger), and mxFLgr (based on an MXR... -
Page 35: Vibrato
Depth - Knob 3 adjusts the Depth of the modulation. Ranges from 0 to 99. Regeneration - Knob 4 controls the regeneration of the effect. Ranges from 0 to 99. Waveform (X-Edit Level (X-Edit only) - Controls the level of the effect. Ranges from 0 to 99. Vibrato (viBrat) A Vibrato effect modulates the pitch of the incoming signal at an even rate. -
Page 36: Vibropan
VibroPan (vibpan) A vibrato is an effect that modulates the pitch of the incoming signal. This will take the whole signal slightly in and out of tune at a steady pace. The VibroPan also incorporates an automatic panner with the vibrato effect that creates a lush chorus-like sound. Speed - Knob 2 adjusts how fast the signal is being modulated. -
Page 37: Envelope Filter
Range - Knob 4 adjusts the throaty quality of the AutoYa effect. Ranges from 0 to 49. YaYa™ (yaya) The YaYa is another effect exclusive to DigiTech characteristics of a wah and a flanger together providing a unique talk box type of effect, but is controlled by the Expression Pedal. -
Page 38: Step Filter
As the Pedal is moved, the note bends either up or down. When DigiTech Whammy is selected, it is automatically placed before the Amp modeling as shown in the block diagram on page 19. -
Page 39: Pitch Shift
Pedal Position - Knob 3 provides a manual control of the Whammy pedal position. Ranges from 0 to 99. Mix - Knob 4 adjusts the Whammy mix. Ranges from 0 to 99. Pitch Shift (PitCH) A Pitch Shifter copies the incoming signal, then shifts the pitch of the copy to a different note. The shifted note is then mixed back with the original signal, sounding as if two guitars were playing different notes. -
Page 40: Intelligent Pitch Shifting (Ips)
Intelligent Pitch Shifting (IPS) Intelligent Pitch Shifting makes a copy of the incoming signal, and then changes the pitch of the copied note to a diatonically correct interval specified by the Amount parameter. An Intelligent Pitch Shifter sharpens or flattens the shifted pitch in order to keep the specified interval within the selected key and scale creating a true harmony. -
Page 41: Delay
Analog Delay), digdly (DigiTech Digital Delay), moddly (DigiTech ® Modulated Delay), pngdly (DigiTech Pong Delay), and tapdly (DigiTech Tape Delay). Press this knob to turn the Delay models on and off. Knobs 2, 3, and 4 have the following functions for the various Delay models:... -
Page 42: Reverb
It is this similarity to actual acoustic spaces that makes reverber- ation a useful tool in recorded music. The RP250 features genuine Lexicon lush effects have been heard in countless songs, soundtracks, and live performances for decades. - Page 43 Reverb Knob 2 Model (Decay) twinrv Decay lexamb Decay lexstd Decay lexrom Decay lexhal Decay emtplt Decay - Knob 2 adjusts the length of time the reverb is audible. Ranges from 0 to 99. Liveliness - Knob 3 adjusts the amount of high frequency content in the reverberation tails. Ranges from 0 to 99.
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Page 44: Drum Machine
Section Four - Other Functions Drum Machine The RP250 includes a built-in drum machine loaded with 60 useful patterns and 5 metronome set- tings that are easily accessible at the touch of a button (the Drums button, specifically). Pressing the Drums button will enable the drum machine and start playback of the selected drum pattern (except when in Store or Bypass mode). -
Page 45: Aux Input
Aux Input The Aux Input allows you to connect an MP3 or CD player to the RP250 and jam with your favor- ite artists. The signal from your MP3 or CD player is output through the left, right, and headphone outputs of the RP250. -
Page 46: Factory Reset
Factory Reset This function resets the RP250 to its original factory settings. This procedure erases all custom User presets, and recalibrates the Expression Pedal. ATTENTION: Performing this function will erase all user-programmed data. All such data will be lost forever! Be sure you want to erase the memory and start fresh before continuing with this procedure. -
Page 47: Expression Pedal Calibration
Expression Pedal Calibration The Expression Pedal on the RP250 needs to be recalibrated for use after a factory reset has been performed. This calibration procedure is automatically entered after a factory reset procedure. (You can also initiate the calibration procedure by pressing and holding both Footswitches for approximately 5 seconds.) In the event the Pedal’s calibration fails, or if the Pedal does not function... -
Page 48: Specifications
Section 5 - Appendix Specifications General Specifications A/D/A Converter: 24-bit high performance audio Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz DSP Section: AudioDNA2™ DSP Processor Simultaneous Effects: 11 Preset Memory: 60 User Presets (1-60) / 60 Factory Presets (61-120) Drum Machine: 60 Patterns Dimensions: 8.25”... - Page 49 Digital Connections: Universal Serial Bus (USB): Type B, supports USB2.0 Full Speed RP250 USB Recording Specifications: Sample Rate: 44.1 kHz Bit depth: supports 16-bit or 24-bit (depends on setup in Recording Software) Power Requirements: US and Canada: 120 VAC, 60 Hz Adapter: PS0913B-120...
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Page 50: Expression Pedal - Assignable Parameters
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Page 52: Tone Library
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Page 53: Effects Library
Effects Library... -
Page 54: Preset List
Preset List... - Page 56 RP250 User’s Manual 18-0432-B ©2006 Harman International Industries, Incorporated, all rights reserved. DigiTech and the RP250 are trademarks of the Harman Music Group. Other product names modeled in this product are trademarks of their respective companies that do not endorse and are not associated or affiliated with DigiTech.