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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 WARNING FOR YOUR PROTECTION READ THE FOLLOWING: KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS HEED ALL WARNINGS FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS THE APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING LIQUID AND NO OBJECT FILLED WITH LIQUID, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS CLEAN ONLY WITH A DRY CLOTH.
  • Page 3 EXTREME (RF) RADIO FREQUENCY ENVIRONMENTS ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY The JamMan Solo XT may experience audio dropout if exposed to an Extreme RF Environment. Such RF This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and Environments may be found in very close proximity to strong radio transmitters. If the audio is lost due to...
  • Page 4 The symbols shown above are internationally accepted symbols that warn of potential hazards with electrical products. The lightning flash with arrowpoint in an equilateral triangle means that there are dangerous voltages present within the unit. The exclamation point in an equilateral triangle indicates that it is necessary for the user to refer to the owner’s manual.

  • Page 5: Declaration Of Conformity

    Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC declares that the product: EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC Product name: JamMan Solo XT WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC EC Regulation 278/2009 Product option: all (requires Class II power adapter that conforms to the requirements of EN60065, EN60742, or With regard to Directive 2005/32/EC and EC Regulation 1275/2008 of equivalent.)
  • Page 6 Warranty We at DigiTech are very proud of our products and back-up each one we sell with the following warranty: ® 1. Please register online at www.digitech.com within ten days of purchase to validate this warranty. This warranty is valid only in the United States. 2.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ............2 Erasing All Loops (Internal Memory) ......30 Erasing All Loops (External Memory Card) .... 31 FEATURES ..............3 USING JAMSYNC ............32 INCLUDED ITEMS ............3 Recording Loops One at a Time Using JamSync ..36 USER INTERFACE &...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    200 memory locations which can store over 32 hours of loops! The JamMan Solo XT has all the same great features which made up the original JamMan Solo and adds stereo looping, Micro SD/SDHC compatible memory card support, Auto Record, selectable Stop Modes, as well as the exciting new JamSync feature which allows for syncing of multiple JamSync compatible devices.

  • Page 9: Features

    • 9 Built-In Rhythm Guide Patterns • JamMan JamSync Supports Syncing of • Auto Record Sensing ® multiple JamMan Solo XTs for Multi- • Auto Quantization Track Looping • Time Stretching • Stereo 44.1 kHz 16-Bit .wav File • Reverse Loop Playback Format •...

  • Page 10: User Interface & Connectors

    User Interface & Connectors undoing and redoing the last overdub. Pressing the Pedal Switch two times quickly stops loop playback. This switch is also used for exiting the Setup menu and aborting the store JAMSYNC function. 2. STATUS LED This LED indicates status during record, playback, and overdub, as described below.
  • Page 11 SD/SDHC memory card. When this LED is off, loops are being selected 6. LOOP LED This green LED indicates the from the JamMan Solo XT’s internal currently selected memory location memory. is set to playback continuously when 9. RHYTHM LEVEL CONTROL play is initiated.
  • Page 12 beats of the measure. If the tempo of 10 11 12 a stored loop is changed, the loop plays back at the new tempo without any change of pitch. Pressing and holding this button will reset any JAMSYNC tempo change applied to a loop (back to its original tempo) as long as the tempo change has not been stored to memory.
  • Page 13 13. POWER JACK Connect the included power supply 16. FOOTSWITCH JACK to this jack. The JamMan Solo XT can This jack accommodates the FS3X only be powered using the external footswitch for remotely selecting power supply.
  • Page 14 PC or Mac computer stereo source, such as audio from a for transferring loop files to and portable music player. from the JamMan Solo XT using the JamManager XT loop librarian software. 23. MICRO SD/SDHC CARD SLOT...

  • Page 15: Connection Diagrams

    Connection Diagrams Connecting to the Amp Input Connect a music player or some Connect the JamMan™ Solo XT’s other audio source to the AUX LEFT OUT jack to the amp’s input. IN jack (optional). Connect your guitar/bass to the LEFT INPUT.

  • Page 16: Multi-Pedal/Single-Player Using Jamsync

    Multi-Pedal/Single-Player Using JamSync Connect the JamMan™ Solo Connect the master’s JAMSYNC OUT jack Connect a music player or some XT’s LEFT OUT jack to the to the slave’s JAMSYNC IN jack. other audio source to the AUX amp’s input. IN jack (optional).

  • Page 17: Multi-Pedal/Multi-Player Using Jamsync

    Multi-Pedal/Multi-Player Using JamSync MASTER JAMSYNC SLAVE SLAVE JAMSYNC JAMSYNC...

  • Page 18: Quick Start

    <PEDAL SWITCH> and play along with the loop (the Connect the included power adapter LED will light yellow). STATUS to the JamMan Solo XT. Press the again <PEDAL SWITCH> Select an empty memory location to stop overdubbing and playback will...

  • Page 19: Operation

    Operation Selecting a Loop in Memory To select loops, press the buttons. As you press these buttons <UP> <DOWN> the LED display will update, showing the currently selected memory location number. You can also press and hold these buttons to scroll through all the loop memories. When Loop 200 is reached, pressing the button will cause the loop memories <UP>...

  • Page 20: Free-Form Vs Auto Quantized Looping

    Free-Form vs Auto Quantized Looping There are two ways you can record loops using the JamMan Solo XT, Free-Form looping or Auto Quantize looping. Free-Form Looping Free-Form looping is the standard way loopers have been used since their inception. You initiate recording of the phrase and then set the loop end point when you reach the end of your passage.

  • Page 21: Recording A Loop (Free-Form)

    Once the tempo is established, record your loop and set the loop end point at the end of a measure. If your timing was a little early or late, not to worry, the JamMan Solo XT automatically adjusts the loop length to the measure length set by the Tempo and Time Signature.

  • Page 22: Recording A Loop Using Auto Record

    Recording a Loop Using Auto Record for information on enabling the Auto Record feature. “Auto Record” on page 50 Select an empty memory location Signature” on page 45 using the buttons <UP/DOWN> Press the to arm <PEDAL SWITCH> LEDs will be off). LOOP SINGLE recording, indicated by a flashing red...

  • Page 23: Recording A Loop (Auto Quantize)

    Recording a Loop (Auto Quantize) Pedal Tempo Off (Default)/Auto Record Off (Default) Select an empty memory location Press the <PEDAL SWITCH> using the buttons initiate recording and begin playing. <UP/DOWN> LEDs will be off). You will receive a one measure count LOOP SINGLE in, indicated by a flashing red and...

  • Page 24: Recording A Loop Using Pedal Tempo (Auto Quantize)

    Recording a Loop Using Pedal Tempo (Auto Quantize) for information on enabling the Pedal Tempo feature. “Pedal Tempo” on page 51 Select an empty memory location hold the until <PEDAL SWITCH> using the buttons button LED repeatedly <UP/DOWN> TEMPO LEDs will be off). flashes yellow, then release.

  • Page 25: Recording A Loop Using The Aux In Jack

    Recording a Loop Using the AUX IN Jack The JamMan Solo XT can record stereo loops using the AUX IN 1/8” mini jack. This jack can be connected to portable music players for practicing or learning new songs. Recording loops from the AUX IN jack is the same as recording your instrument loops using the 1/4”...

  • Page 26: Multiple Loop Playback (Cueing Loops)

    NOTE: of a playing loop, the JamMan Solo XT will not have enough time to cue up the next loop and the current loop will continue to play one more time. You can also use the optional FS3X footswitch for...

  • Page 27: Recording Overdubs

    Recording Overdubs Once a loop has been recorded, the JamMan Solo XT allows you to record multiple overdubs on top of the loop. Overdub recording is only possible with Loops. Single Phrases do not allow for overdub recording. If you do wish to add overdubs to a Single Phrase, you can always convert it to a Loop as described in “...
  • Page 28 To record an overdub: Press the To add additional overdubs, repeat <PEDAL SWITCH> initiate playback of the loop, indicated steps 2 and 3. by a solid green LED. STATUS Quickly press the <PEDAL SWITCH> Press the again twice to stop loop playback. <PEDAL SWITCH>...

  • Page 29: Undo, Redo, & Clear

    Undo, Redo, & Clear Undo The Undo feature allows you to delete the last overdub which you recorded. You can only undo your last overdub, and only if it has not been stored to memory. If you begin recording another overdub, the previously recorded overdub becomes merged with the original loop.
  • Page 30 To Undo/Redo/Clear a recorded overdub: Select an existing loop in memory overdub, ensure the loop is still playing using the buttons or and press and hold the < <UP/DOWN> PEDAL load an empty memory location and again until the SWITCH> STATUS record and store a new loop.
  • Page 31 When using a slave/master looper setup, if the master loop is ~3 seconds or less and if NOTE: pressing and holding the footswitch from a stopped state does not initiate clear on the slave device, you may need to initiate play then stop (3 footswitch presses) and hold the footswitch on the 3rd press to clear its loop.

  • Page 32: Time Stretching A Phrase

    Time Stretching a Phrase You can speed up or slow down the tempo of a stored loop or single phrase without changing its pitch. There are two ways to time stretch a phrase: set the exact tempo using the Tempo option in the Setup menu, or tap in the tempo using the <TEMPO>...

  • Page 33: Storing A Loop

    If dF appears in the display, this indicates the internal or external memory is full. Loops NOTE: should be archived using the JamManager XT librarian and then deleted from the JamMan Solo XT to free up memory.

  • Page 34: Copying A Loop

    LEDs will be off). LOOP SINGLE If dF appears in the display, this indicates the internal or external memory is full. Loops NOTE: should be archived using the JamManager XT librarian and then deleted from the JamMan Solo XT to free up memory.

  • Page 35: Deleting A Loop

    Deleting a Loop The JamMan Solo XT uses both internal memory and optional external Micro SD/ SDHC memory cards for the storage of loop files. Loops can be deleted one at a time to make room for other loops. You can delete loops from both internal memory and external memory.

  • Page 36: Erasing All Loops (Internal Memory)

    Erasing All Loops (Internal Memory) The JamMan Solo XT allows you to quickly erase all loops from internal memory. Erasure of all loops cannot be undone! You should backup any loops you wish to keep, WARNING! using the JamManager XT loop librarian management software, before erasing all loops.

  • Page 37: Erasing All Loops (External Memory Card)

    Erasing All Loops (External Memory Card) The JamMan Solo XT allows you to quickly erase all loops from external memory. The erase procedure only erases JamMan Solo XT loop data. All other data and files on the card are left untouched.

  • Page 38: Using Jamsync

    JamSync allows you to sync multiple JamSync compatible JamMan devices via 1/8” mini TRS cables. This allows one JamMan device to act as a master for all synced slaves, providing muli-track looping capabilities. You can cascade multiple JamMan Solo XTs...
  • Page 39 The following directions describe how to record loops on multiple JamMan Solo XTs using JamSync. These directions assume you are using the factory default settings in the JamMan Solo XTs. Devices should be configured as shown in the following table: PARAMETER...
  • Page 40 Master (using this method, loop recording will begin on the slave device as soon as the loop end point is set on the master device). The following sections will describe how to record to synced JamMan Solo XTs using the above JamSync recording methods.
  • Page 41 When cascading multiple JamMan Solo Jam Sync XTs in series and using JamSync, you will need to make the last JamMan Solo XT device in the chain the master. The master will provide the Rhythm Guide Track. JAMSYNC JAMSYNC Therefore, you can turn the <RHYTHM...

  • Page 42: Recording Loops One At A Time Using Jamsync

    To record one loop at a time using JamSync: Select an empty memory location in If you set a tempo in step 2, you will each JamMan Solo XT device using the receive a one bar count in, indicated buttons ( by a flashing red and green <UP/DOWN>...
  • Page 43 When recording to multiple JamMan Solo XTs as described above, you can also add HINT: overdubs to any recorded loops just as you can when using a single JamMan Solo XT. To prevent slaved devices from going into an undesirable state, the master loop should be NOTE: less than 10 minutes in length when recording loops to a slaved device.

  • Page 44: Recording Loops Sequentially Using Jamsync

    Recording Loops Sequentially Using JamSync To record loops to a master and slave sequentially using JamSync: Select an empty memory location in LED. STATUS each JamMan Solo XT device using the Press the on the <PEDAL SWITCH> buttons ( <UP/DOWN>...
  • Page 45 When recording to multiple JamMan Solo XTs as described above, you can also add HINT: overdubs to any recorded loops just as you can when using a single JamMan Solo XT. To prevent slaved devices from going into an undesirable state, the master loop should be NOTE: less than 10 minutes in length when recording loops to a slaved device.

  • Page 46: Playing Back Loops Using Jamsync

    Playing Back Loops Using JamSync To initiate playback on synced JamSync devices: Press the on any To stop loop playback of a slave <PEDAL SWITCH> slave device which you want to arm device, quickly press the slave’s for playback. The LED will twice.

  • Page 47: Setup

    Setup The JamMan Solo XT’s Setup menu allows you to configure global functions and edit loop attributes. The following section will describe each of these Setup menu items in further detail. To enter Setup Mode, press the button. The button’s <SETUP>...

  • Page 48: Playback Type

    Playback Type All phrases in the JamMan Solo XT are recorded as loops by default but they can be changed to a Single phrase if desired. A Single phrase plays the recorded phrase once and then stops. Slow repeated presses of the will restart Single <PEDAL SWITCH>...
  • Page 49 To change between Loop and Single Phrase Playback Types: Stop Loop playback if it is playing. Use the buttons to <UP/DOWN> change between SINGLE LOOP Select a stored Loop phrase ( LOOP options for phrase playback. The LED is lit) using the <UP/DOWN>...

  • Page 50: Tempo

    Tempo The Tempo setup menu displays the loop tempo in BPMs (beats per minute) and allows you to manually adjust the tempo setting. You can first set a tempo by using button and then adjust it further in this menu. An empty loop has no <TEMPO>...

  • Page 51: Time Signature

    Time Signature The JamMan Solo XT allows you to set a time signature before recording a loop. The default time signature for empty loops is 4 beats per measure. Each time signature setting represents how many beats are in the measure (i.e. a setting of 2 would contain 2 beats per measure, a setting of 6 would contain 6 beats per measure, etc.).

  • Page 52: Rhythm Type

    Rhythm Type The JamMan Solo XT has a built in Rhythm Guide Track with 9 Rhythm Guide Patterns to choose from, ranging from a simple click metronome to drum samples. This built-in Rhythm Guide Track can be used as a metronome to help you stay in time when recording loops.
  • Page 53 To select a Rhythm Type: Select the desired memory location using the buttons. <UP/DOWN> Turn the control <RHYTHM LEVEL> to the 9 o’clock position. Press the button at the <TEMPO> rate you want the phrase tempo to be. This will set the tempo. The TEMPO button LED will now be flashing to the beat of the tempo.

  • Page 54: Stop Modes

    Stop Modes The JamMan Solo XT has 3 different loop Stop Modes to choose from, they are: Fade, Finish, and Instant. The below table describes each of these Stop Mode options. OPTION STOP MODE DESCRIPTION Fade Performs a 10 second fade out then stops.

  • Page 55: Reverse

    Reverse The Reverse feature lets you playback a recorded loop file in reverse. Changes to the Reverse parameter must be stored to memory if you wish to retain the changes. To Reverse a loop: Press the button six times <SETUP> or until appears in the display.

  • Page 56: Auto Record

    Auto Record The Auto Record feature is off by default. This feature allows the JamMan Solo XT to be armed for recording, but not actually begin recording until a signal is detected at one of the JamMan Solo XT’s inputs.

  • Page 57: Pedal Tempo

    Pedal Tempo The Pedal Tempo feature is off by default. This feature provides tap tempo using the . This allows you to set the tempo of a loop hands-free, before you PEDAL SWITCH begin recording. To turn Pedal Tempo on or off: Press the button eight <SETUP>...

  • Page 58: Record Sequence

    Record Sequence The Record Sequence feature determines the order in which recording, overdubbing, and playback occurs. The available Record Sequence options are: OPTION RECORD SEQUENCE DESCRIPTION Record » Dub » Play Enables overdubbing immediately after record. Record » Play » Dub Enables Play immediately after record.

  • Page 59: External Micro Sd/Sdhc Memory Cards

    SD/SDHC compatible memory card into the card slot found on the left side of the JamMan Solo XT’s chassis. The JamMan Solo XT is compatible with card sizes up to 32GB, for over 32...

  • Page 60: Formatting Memory Cards

    Formatting Memory Cards If a memory card is inserted into the JamMan Solo XT that does not have a valid format, the JamMan Solo XT will not recognize it and the display will read . The card must be formatted before the JamMan Solo XT can use it.
  • Page 61 To format or reformat a Micro SD/SDHC card: Press and hold the button <STORE> for six seconds. The display will show (Format Card) and the <STORE> button will begin flashing. Press the button again. The <STORE> display will read ? (Format ?) and the button will continue to flash.

  • Page 62: Jammanager Xt Librarian Software

    DigiTech website. This application runs on both Windows and Mac computer systems and lets you archive and transfer loops between the JamMan Solo XT and your computer. For more information on the JamManager XT software, including system requirements, please visit http://digitech.com/en-US/products/...

  • Page 63: Optional Fs3X Footswitch

    Optional FS3X Footswitch The optional FS3X Footswitch gives you hands-free control over the following functions: loop selection, tempo, play, stop, and clear. Up Switch Down Switch Mode Switch This footswitch selects the This footswitch selects the When the selected loop next higher memory next lower memory location.

  • Page 64: Multiple Loop Playback With Fs3X

    Multiple Loop Playback with FS3X Another great feature of the JamMan Solo XT is its ability to play different loops back to back during performance using the optional FS3X Footswitch. This lets you play a verse > chorus > verse > bridge progression seamlessly using three different loops.
  • Page 65 If either the <UP> or <DOWN> footswitch on the FS3X is pressed less than two seconds NOTE: before the end of a playing loop, the JamMan Solo XT will not have enough time to cue up the next loop and the current loop will continue to play one more time. If any overdubs were recorded during this type of performance, they will be lost when the next loop is selected and begins playing back.

  • Page 66: Factory Restore

    Factory Restore The Factory Restore procedure will return the JamMan Solo XT back to its original factory state by: • Setting all Setup menu parameters back • Restoring the original 15 loops that to their factory default state shipped with the JamMan Solo XT •...

  • Page 67: Specifications

    Specifications DIGITAL A/D/A Conversion: 24-bit Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz Loop File Format: 44.1 kHz, 16-bit (stereo), uncompressed WAV file USB: 2.0 High Speed (USB 1.1 compatible) Connector Type: 5-Pin Mini B Max. Individual Loop Time: 10 minutes (stereo) Internal Memory Capacity: Over 35 minutes total loop time (up to 200 loops total) External Memory Type:...
  • Page 68 AUX INPUT Connector Type: 1/8” Stereo (Tip-Ring-Sleeve) Input Impedance: 1 MΩ Maximum Input Level: +4 dBu DFS Aux In Audio Path: Maintains analog dry path FOOTSWITCH INPUT Connector Type: 1/4” Stereo (Tip-Ring-Sleeve), compatible with optional DigiTech FS3X 3-button ® footswitch LEFT(MONO)/RIGHT OUTPUTS Connector Type: 1/4”...
  • Page 69 POWER REQUIREMENTS Consumption: < 9 Watts Current Draw: < 350 mA POWER ADAPTER Model: PS0920DC-01 Input: 100-240 VAC, 50/60Hz Output: 9 VDC 2.0 A Polarity: DIMENSIONS/WEIGHT Dimensions: 5” (L) x 3-1/8” (W) x 2-1/4” (H) 127 mm (L) x 79.4 mm (W) x 57.2 mm (H) Product Weight: 0.75 lbs, 0.34 kg Shipping Weight:...
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  • Page 72 DigiTech® 10653 S. River Front Parkway, Suite 300 South Jordan, UT 84095, USA PH (801) 566-8800 FAX (801) 566-7005 www.digitech.com JamMan Solo XT Owner’s Manual 5022947V-E Printed in China DigiTech and JamMan are registered trademarks of Harman. ® ® © 2016 Harman. All rights reserved.

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