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DigiTech VX400 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION LITHIUM BATTERY WARNING CAUTION! This product may contain a lithium battery.There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with an Eveready CR 2032 or equivalent. The symbols shown above are internationally accepted symbols Make sure the battery is installed with the correct that warn of potential hazards with electrical products.
  • Page 3 3 mm in each pole shall be incorporated into the electrical installation of the rack or building. European Contact: Your local DigiTech Sales and Service Office or FOR UNITS EQUIPPED WITH EXTERNALLY ACCESSIBLE FUSE Harman Music Group RECEPTACLE: Replace fuse with same type and rating only.
  • Page 4 Warranty We at DigiTech are very proud of our products and back-up each one we sell with the following warranty: 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.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    V-Switch ......17 Vx400 Setups ......18 Setups Introduction .

  • Page 7: Introduction

    We recommend that you take the time to become better acquainted with what the Vx400 has to offer by going through this User’s Guide with your Vx400 in front of you.

  • Page 8: Rear Panel

    8. Store - The Store button saves your changes to a User Preset. 9. Expression Pedal - The Expression Pedal controls up to three of the Vx400’s simultaneously assigned Effect Parameters in real time. Almost every Parameter is available for Expression Pedal control.
  • Page 9 3. Mic Input - Connect a mic here for recording or live performance mixing of acoustic sources into the Vx400. Mic signals can remain dry or be processed through the Vx400 effects for both live and recording applications. The Mic Input accepts either dynamic or phantom powered condenser microphones.

  • Page 10: Making Connections

    There are several different connection options available with the Vx400. Before connecting the Vx400, make sure that the power to your amplifier and the Vx400 is turned off. The Vx400 does not have a power switch. To turn the Vx400 off, disconnect the included PS0913B power supply from the power jack to an AC outlet.

  • Page 11: Applying Power

    2. Connect the plug of the PS0913B power supply to the Power Jack. 3. Connect the other end of the PS0913B power supply to an AC outlet. 4. Turn the Vx400 Master Volume up to 70 (70). 5. Push the Mixer’s Master Faders up to your desired level.

  • Page 12: The Presets

    When you first apply power to the Vx400, it powers up in Performance mode. Performance mode provides access to all of the presets within the Vx400 via the Up and Down Footswitches. The Number 1 Knob (left) adjusts the Bass, the Number 2 Knob (second from the left) adjusts the amount of Midrange enhancement,...

  • Page 13: Cd/Monitor In

    Introduction CD/Monitor In The CD In feature lets you connect a CD, MP3, or tape player to the Vx400, and play along with your favorite artists. To use the CD In feature, do the following: 1. Connect the headphone output of your MP3/CD/tape player to the CD/Monitor input using an 1/8”...

  • Page 14: Creating Presets

    Editing/Creating Presets Creating your own signature sound with the Vx400 is easy and intuitive. The Vx400 lets you create your own presets, or fine tune existing presets to suit your needs. When creating or editing a sound, you must start with one of the User or Factory Presets.
  • Page 15 Creating Presets 3. Rotate Knob 2 clockwise to select the next character, and counterclockwise to select the previous character. Repeat step 2 until the name is complete. 4. Once the name is shown in the display, press the Store button. The display will then flash the new name of the preset.

  • Page 16: About The Effects

    Vx400’s Effects About the Effects The Vx400 can be thought of as having several different microphone and rack effect processors in a single programmable package. The order in which they are connected can drastically affect the overall sound quality. The Vx400 has placed the effects in an order for optimum sound quality. The following diagram shows the order of the effects.

  • Page 17: Compressor/Noise Gate

    Parameter chart following these instructions). Level - The Number 4 knob controls the preset level for the selected type. Ranges from 0 to 99 Master Level - The Number 5 Knob controls the Vx400’s Master Level. Mic Pre / Voice Parameters...

  • Page 18: Mod Effects

    Treble - The Number 4 Knob adjusts the high frequency gain. Ranges from -12 to +12dB Mod Effects The Effects row in the Vx400 is a multi-function module allowing you to select effects such as: Chorus, Flanger, Phaser,Tremolo,Vibrato, Strobe, Doubler, Envelope, Pixelator, Detune, Pitch, and Whammy™...

  • Page 19: Phaser

    Creating Presets Master Level - The Number 5 Knob controls the Vx400’s Master Level. Phaser A Phaser splits the incoming signal, and then changes the phasing of the signal. This signal is then taken in and out of phase and mixed back in with the original signal. As the phasing changes, different frequencies get canceled resulting in a warm sort of twisting sound.

  • Page 20: Envelope

    Creating Presets Master Level - The Number 5 Knob controls the Vx400’s Master Level. Envelope The Envelope is an automatic Wah effect that alters your sound based upon the dynamic attack of the vocal part being sung or instrument being played.

  • Page 21: Whammy

    The Number 3 Knob has no function when the Whammy™ is selected. Master Level - The Number 5 Knob controls the Vx400’s Master Level. Note: Only one of the effects in the Effects row can be used at a time.

  • Page 22: Expression Pedal

    Master Level - The Number 5 Knob controls the Vx400’s Master Level. Expression Pedal The Expression Pedal on the Vx400 can be assigned to control the Vx400’s Volume,Whammy™, or just about any other parameter in real time with your foot. When a parameter has been assigned to the Expression Pedal, a programmable minimum and maximum value can also be assigned.

  • Page 23: V-Switch

    Creating Presets V-Switch The Vx400’s Expression Pedal includes DigiTech’s exclusive V-Switch. The V-Switch allows the Voice Type to be switched on and off. Applying extra pressure to the toe of the Expression Pedal will engage the V- Switch and the function of the Expression Pedal will switch between the assigned parameter and Voice off.

  • Page 24: Vx400 Setups

    The Vx400 acts as a mixing device for mic, instrument, and line sources, and can eliminate the need for a mixer when the Vx400’s outputs are to be plugged directly into a full-range powered speaker system. When enabled, these inputs can be routed around or through the Vx400’s effects processing and then mixed directly into the Vx400’s 1/4”...

  • Page 25: Output Modes

    Vx400 Setups Output Modes The Vx400 features both 1/4” and XLR outputs on the rear panel. These jacks let you simultaneously connect the Vx400 to an amplifier/speaker system on stage via the 1/4” outputs and connect directly to your PA system via the XLR outputs.
  • Page 26 Vx400 Setups 1/4DRY - The dry Mic signal is routed out the 1/4” outputs only. All other sources and Mic with all Effects are routed out the XLR outputs. Instrument = insrvb Instrument = insdry Instrument = InsfX Instrument In...

  • Page 27: The Vx400 And Recording

    Windows® compatible PC. The USB drivers are found on the X-Edit™ Software CD that came packaged with the Vx400 and the Pro Tracks recording software CD is found in the Pro Tracks box. Please review the Pro Tracks documentation to ensure your computer system meets the necessary requirements prior to installation and refer to the DigiTech Software Installation Guide for step by step installation instruc- tions.

  • Page 28: Usb 3-4 Source

    Effects modules (USB Send Paths C or D). Signals recorded from USB Send Path A can be played back later through the Vx400 for re-micing. See Re-Micing a Vocal Track on page 28 for more information on how this feature works.

  • Page 29: Instrument Signal Routing

    Effects modules except the Delay and Reverb. Path D taps the signal at the output of the Vx400 and can include any effects processing that may be used. Below is a matrix to show where the signal is tapped based on how the Instrument, USB 1-2 Source, and USB 3-4 Source settings are configured.

  • Page 30: Line Signal Routing

    Vx400’s effects processing and mixes them in at the left and right linrvb outputs respectively.

  • Page 31: Using Pro Tracks

    Vx400 as the hardware you want to use. These procedures must be followed to ensure you will be able to record audio through all of the Vx400’s inputs and to enable the hands-free recording capabilities the Vx400 offers.

  • Page 32: Setting Up Pro Tracks For Vx400 Audio

    1. From the Pro Tracks menu bar, select Options>Audio. The Audio Options window will appear. Click the Drivers tab. 2. Under the Input Drivers settings, select DigiTech USB 1-2 In/Out and DigiTech USB 3-4 In Only and deselect all other options.

  • Page 33: Using The Vx400'S Footswitches For Recording

    5. From the preset display, press and hold the SELECT button to enter the SETUP row in the Vx400’s matrix. Otherwise, press the SELECT button several times until the setup row is selected.

  • Page 34: Recording Multiple Tracks

    After tracks have been recorded, you may want to record other tracks that play along with them. To record a new track or tracks with previously recorded tracks, follow these steps: 1. From the preset display, press and hold the SELECT button to enter the SETUP row in the Vx400’s matrix.
  • Page 35 The Vx400 and Recording 8. In the Out box of the track you just recorded, select B(Digitech USB 1-2 In/Out). 9. In the tool bar press the Console View button to see the mixing console. 10. Pan the B - Mains Output hard left and the A - Mains Output hard right.

  • Page 36: Vx400 Drums And Midi

    5. To stop recording, press the STOP/UNDO footswitch. You can use MIDI drum files for playing the Vx400 drum samples if you like as long as the events are mapped to the MIDI notes shown above. The drum samples of the Vx400 only respond to MIDI messages transmitted on MIDI channel 10, which is the default channel for General MIDI drums.

  • Page 37: Usb 1-2 Level /Usb 3-4 Level

    TRS stereo 1/4” cable when connecting the RPxFC to the Vx400. The RPxFC functions are exactly the same as the Vx400 footswitches when it is in Recording mode. Refer to section Using the Vx400’s Footswitches for Recording for operating instructions.

  • Page 38: Utilities

    Utilities Factory Reset This function resets the Vx400 to its original factory settings. This procedure erase all custom user presets, and recalibrate the Expression Pedal. ATTENTION: Performing this function erases all user-programmed data. Be sure you want to erase the memory and start fresh before continuing with this procedure.

  • Page 39: Trouble Shooting Guide

    • See the section on driver installation. I can’t hear audio playback from Pro Tracks. • If the ‘Remic’ mode in the Vx400 is active try switching to a different mode like ‘Stereo’. • Make sure the faders in Pro Tracks are turned up.
  • Page 40 • Put your audio data on a different hard drive from your OS and applications. • Get a faster computer. When I launch X Edit, it can’t find the Vx400. • Make sure your drivers are loaded correctly and that the USB cable is inserted securely.

  • Page 41: Appendix

    Appendix CC Parameter List Parameter Parameter GLB PEDAL1POSITION MIC ON/OFF GLB MASTER LEVEL MIC SOURCE GLB INSTRUMENT ROUTE MIC MODEL GLB LINEIN ROUTE COMP ON/OFF GLB USB1 ROUTE COMP TYPE GLB USB2 ROUTE COMP GAIN GLB OUTPUT ROUTE VOICE ON/OFF GLB USB1 LEVEL VOICE TYPE GLB USB2 LEVEL...

  • Page 42: Factory Preset List

    Power Supply: Instrument In; 1/4” Unbalanced 9 VAC, 1300mA Mic In: XLR Balanced w/Phantom Power DigiTech PS0913B - 100 (100V ~ 50/60Hz) Line Inputs: 1/4” Balanced TRS DigiTech PS0913B - 120 (120V ~ 60Hz) CD/Monitor: 1/8” Stereo TRS DigiTech PS0913B - 230 (230V ~ 50Hz) Footswitch: 1/4”...
  • Page 44 PH (801) 566-8800 FAX (801) 566-7005 DigiTech and Vx400 are trademarks of the Harman Music Group Inc. Copyright the Harman Music Group Manufactured and Printed in the USA 06/2003 Vx400 User’s Guide 18-1799-A Please visit DigiTech on the World Wide Web at: http://www.digitech.com...

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