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  • Page 2 SAFETY RELATED SYMBOLS External Connection CAUTION Always use proper ready-made insulated RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK mains cabling (power cord). Failure to do DO NOT OPEN so could result in shock/death or fire. If This symbol, wherever used, alerts in doubt, seek advice, from a registered you to the presence of un-insulated electrician.
  • Page 3 Do not install this product near any direct heat source. Do not block areas of ventilation. Failure to do so could result in fire. Keep product away from naked flames. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions Follow all instructions Keep these instructions. Do not discard. Heed all warnings.
  • Page 4 We guarantee you our commitment to quality, continual research and development, and of course the best performance/price ratio. TOPVerb is the result of many hours of listening and tests involving common people, area experts, musicians and technicians. The result of this effort is the realization of effects such as reverb, chorus, flanger and de-...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Introduction ......................5 2. Feature List ......................5 3. Front and Back Panels Description ..............6 3.1 Control Panel (Front Panel) a. Program and Variations Selections b. Analog Levels c. Digital Saturation LED and Power LED 3.2 Analog Connections (Back Panel) a.
  • Page 6: Introduction

    TOPVerb, you purchased a very powerful effect processor, easy to use and contained in a very small box. LTO TOPVerb is divided in 16 effects algorithms and 16 variations for each of these algorithms. The variations modify the most important parameter of the current algorithm.
  • Page 7: Front And Back Panels Description

    Right input levels simultaneously. - Analog Output Level Potentiometer: The output level control sets the level of the output signal going to the amplifier or mixer from TOPVerb. - Dry/Wet Mix Potentiometer: Adjusts the balance between the dry signal coming into the input and the effects generated by TOPVerb.
  • Page 8: Analog Connections (Back Panel)

    4.1 Audio Connections and Power Up a. Audio Connections The connections between the TOPVerb and the other audio devices have to be made using high quality cables so to prevent bad performances of the TOPVerb itself. So it should be good to use low-capacitance shielded cables with a flexible internal conductor.
  • Page 9: Installation

    Insert the Power plug into the POWER input on the rear panel of the TOPVerb and plug the power adapter into an AC outlet. Turn on the power of the amplifier/mixer, and adjust the volume. 4.2. Installation a. Standard Use The TOPVerb may be placed almost anywhere: on a table, on top of an amp, next to a mixing console.
  • Page 10: Mixer

    Another way of interfacing is to connect the TOPVerb directly to the insert send and return of a single channel that is to be effected. More, TOPVerb could be to connected to a mixer or recording console...
  • Page 11: Preset Functions Descriptions

    in-line between the output of the mixing console and the input of a tape deck or power amplifier. This last setup would effect the entire mix output. 5. Preset Functions Descriptions 5.1 Presets 1). Hall 1 This is a large bright hall program with 54ms predelay, and can be used for al- most anything.
  • Page 12: Effects Summary Table

    The rotary speaker effect simulates the sound effect achieved by rotating horn speakers and a bass cylinder. It can be used for organs and guitar amplification. 5.2 Effects Summary Table TOPVerb PRESET LEST 01. Hall 1 Rev Time Room Size Rev. Type Pre-Delay Hi Damp...
  • Page 13 02. Hall 2 Rev Time Room Size Rev. Type Pre-Delay Hi Damp Connect type D(D) 16.22 Hall D(D) 17.25 Hall D(D) 18.28 Hall D(D) 19.31 Hall D(D) 20.33 Hall D(D) 21.36 Hall D(D) 22.39 Hall D(D) 23.42 Hall D(D) 16.22 Hall D(D) 17.25...
  • Page 14 04. Spring 1 Rev Time Room Size Rev. Type Pre-Delay Hi Damp Connect type Spring D(D) 0.70 8.00 -0.16 Spring D(D) 0.70 0.70 9.03 -0.16 Spring D(D) 0.70 10.06 -0.16 Spring D(D) 0.70 11.08 -0.16 Spring D(D) 1.20 12.11 -0.16 Spring D(D) 1.20...
  • Page 15 06. Tape Rev Time Room Size Rev. Type Pre-Delay Hi Damp Connect type Tape D(D) 0.70 8.00 Tape D(D) 0.80 8.00 Tape D(D) 0.90 8.00 Tape D(D) 1.00 8.00 Tape D(D) 1.20 8.00 Tape D(D) 1.50 8.00 Tape D(D) 1.70 8.00 Tape D(D)
  • Page 16 08. Plates 2 Rev Time Room Size Rev. Type Pre-Delay Hi Damp Connect type Plate -0.16 D(D) 1.20 26.50 Plate -0.16 D(D) 1.20 27.53 -0.16 D(D) 1.20 28.56 Plate -0.16 D(D) 1.20 29.58 Plate -0.16 D(D) 2.10 30.61 Plate -0.16 D(D) 2.10 31.64...
  • Page 17 11. Flange 12. Delay Feedback L/R Dir Level Connect type Delay R/L Connect type Mod Freq. Amplit Mod Feedback L/R 0.07 C(M) C(D) C(M) C(D) 0.07 0.07 C(M) C(D) 0.16 C(M) C(D) C(M) C(D) 0.16 0.16 C(M) C(D) 0.16 C(M) C(D) C(M) C(D)
  • Page 18 14. Flange/Rev No. Mod Freq. Pitch Depth Dir Level Rev Time Room Size Hi Damp Connect type Feedback L/R 0.07 0.70 C(M) 0.07 0.80 C(M) 0.07 0.90 C(M) 0.16 1.00 C(M) 0.16 1.20 C(M) 0.16 1.50 C(M) 0.16 1.70 C(M) 0.16 1.70 C(M)
  • Page 19 16. Rotary Mod Freq Pitch Depth Feedback Dir Level Connect type C(M) C(M) C(M) C(M) C(M) C(M) C(M) C(M) C(M) C(M) C(M) C(M) C(M) C(M) C(M) C(M) P.S. : 1 input - 2 mono output : 2 input - 2 mono output : 1 input - 1 stereo output - paralle.efx : 1 input - 1 stereo output - series.efx : 2 input - 1 stereo output...
  • Page 20: Technical Specifications

    6.2 Specifications Frequency Response: Electrical +0.5 / -1.5 dB from 20Hz to 20 kHz S/N Ratio (process) 80 dB "A" wtg, 20 Hz-22kHz S/N Ratio (bypass) >90 dB "A" wtg, 20 Hz-22kHz <0.008% @ 1kHz (0dBV, bypass) THD+Noise: Number of Channels: Input Format: 1/4"...
  • Page 21: Warranty

    7. WARRANTY 7.1 Warranty registration card To obtain Warranty Service, the buyer should first fill out and return the enclosed Warranty Registration Card within 10 days of the Purchase Date. All the information presented in this Warranty Registration Card gives the manu- facturer a better understanding of the sales status, so as to purport a more effective and efficient after-sales warranty service.
  • Page 22 e. In no event shall be liable for any incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. f. This warranty gives you the specific rights, and these rights are compatible with the state laws, you may also have other statutory rights that may vary from state to state.

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