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Hyperdyne Labs Vortex 3 Dark Lord Manual

Real-time voice changing module

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Vortex 3 Real-Time Voice Changing Module
This document explains how to setup your Vortex 3 voice changer, operate it correctly, and use all the features
available on the unit.
This package includes:
1) Programmed Vortex 3 voice effects interface board stack + processing board
2) 1/8" remote pushbutton cable
3) 1/8" stereo output cable
4) 9V 6AA battery holder
5)
Project box enclosure and optional heatshrink
NOTE: Handle your board as you would any piece of delicate electronics! Do not get it wet and do not handle it
without grounding yourself first! Even a static shock can destroy the delicate components on the board. I suggest
when installing the board, insulate it with non-static foam, hot glue, or other material. Handle the board around its
edges when moving it. We are not responsible for boards that are rendered useless by improper handling.
If you are not familiar with static electricity handling procedures, please refer to ESD procedures. Basic
information on ESD can be found here:

SECTION A. - OVERVIEW

Your voice changer transforms your voice in real time to sound like a dark lord - adding helmeted reverb, echo, and
shifting your voice down in pitch so it replicates the effect heard in the movies.
This Vortex 3 voice changer features several innovations not found in any other voice effects unit in its class:
1) 16-bit CD quality output and DSP technology.
2) Stereo output – voice + sound fx
3) Different pitch settings to fine tune your voice effect.
4) 4 different breath sounds to choose from - auto mixed in with voice (stored on microSD card)
Dark Lord Version
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Vortex 3 Voice Effects Unit, ©Hyperdyne Labs LLC
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  • Page 1: Section A. - Overview

    2) Stereo output – voice + sound fx 3) Different pitch settings to fine tune your voice effect. 4) 4 different breath sounds to choose from - auto mixed in with voice (stored on microSD card) Vortex 3 Voice Effects Unit, ©Hyperdyne Labs LLC...
  • Page 2 The dimensions of the Vortex 3 module are (not including battery or cables): 2.75” L x 2” W x 0.75” H. Here is a picture of the Vortex 3 unit with all of the major parts listed on the INTERFACE (top) board. Vortex 3 Voice Effects Unit, ©Hyperdyne Labs LLC...
  • Page 3 The STAT LED lights up to report the current setting after the user modifies any settings on the board. • The STAT LED also acts as a heartbeat LED. It flashes once every 5 sec if the board is operating properly. Vortex 3 Voice Effects Unit, ©Hyperdyne Labs LLC...
  • Page 4 The processing card has female header pins and can be removed from the interface board stack. It is connected via friction fit. This allows you to use other processing cards with different voice effects loaded onto them. Vortex 3 Voice Effects Unit, ©Hyperdyne Labs LLC...
  • Page 5: Section B. - Basic Setup And Operation

    Here is a diagram of how to connect up all the different jacks to your equipment. 9V battery or 6AA pack not used PTT remote pushbutton cable Vortex 3 board (top view) on/off switch PROG button STAT PTT LEDs Mic in Amplified speaker setup (mono) (stereo) Vortex 3 Voice Effects Unit, ©Hyperdyne Labs LLC...
  • Page 6: Section C. - Changing Board Settings And Operation

    NOTE: If any of the settings are changed, they are automatically saved in EPROM memory, which is not lost after powerdown. Thus you only need to change the setting once, and the unit will remember your settings upon each powerup. Vortex 3 Voice Effects Unit, ©Hyperdyne Labs LLC...
  • Page 7 VOX threshold. If background noise is cutting the external sound effect in and out, increment this setting by one level and try again. There are 5 VOX threshold values you can cycle through, each one Vortex 3 Voice Effects Unit, ©Hyperdyne Labs LLC...
  • Page 8 By pressing the PROG pushbutton 3x, you can increment the timeout period. The max timeout is 8 sec, which should cover most long talking conversations. Vortex 3 Voice Effects Unit, ©Hyperdyne Labs LLC...
  • Page 9 6x - wait for the report - press the PROG button 6x again - wait for report - verify the gain index returned counts 6 blinks. You are now set with a 40 dB of mic gain. Vortex 3 Voice Effects Unit, ©Hyperdyne Labs LLC...
  • Page 10 (as outlined in Section C), or just go back to the default settings, this feature allows you to do that. Reference the table above for all default settings. Vortex 3 Voice Effects Unit, ©Hyperdyne Labs LLC...
  • Page 11: Section D. On-Demand Fx Mode

    The microSD card is found under the interface board on the 2nd card. It is a friction fit connector. You can remove the SD card with some needlenose pliers if you want to change any of the sound files. Vortex 3 Voice Effects Unit, ©Hyperdyne Labs LLC...
  • Page 12 When you talk the unit will automatically pitch shift your voice down and also add reverb and echo. The amount of pitch shift, reverb, and echo was carefully researched and calibrated to match the movie voice. Vortex 3 Voice Effects Unit, ©Hyperdyne Labs LLC...
  • Page 13 NOTE: If you use a 9V battery and do not change the jumper back to "reg", you will destroy the board!! So use this with caution and only if you are experienced. Vortex 3 Voice Effects Unit, ©Hyperdyne Labs LLC...
  • Page 14 Our Vortex voice amp is the only unit capable of tackling difficult feedback paths by using advanced algorithms. Vortex 3 Voice Effects Unit, ©Hyperdyne Labs LLC...
  • Page 15 You can check that your mic is working by directly plugging it into your amplified speaker if it has a mic input. Also try and resetting the board to use factory defaults, since this will turn off PTT and reset the mic gain. Vortex 3 Voice Effects Unit, ©Hyperdyne Labs LLC...
  • Page 16 Contact a professional if you need assistance. Hyperdyne Labs assumes no responsibility for the misuse of this kit. Vortex 3 Voice Effects Unit, ©Hyperdyne Labs LLC...
  • Page 17 (if breath FX enabled) Play out WAV audio "VMUSIC1.WAV" Play out WAV audio "VMUSIC2.WAV" Play out WAV audio "VMUSIC3.WAV" Enable/disable PTT mode Hold Opens mic if PTT mode enabled button in > 1 sec Vortex 3 Voice Effects Unit, ©Hyperdyne Labs LLC...