Summary of Contents for Fernandes Nomad Deluxe
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Page 1: Owners Manual
Nomad Deluxe Owners manual Fernandes Guitars 8163 Lankershim Boulevard North Hollywood, CA 91605 www.fernandesguitars.com E-Mial: info@fernandesguitars.com Phone: 818-252-6799 Copyright c 2002 Fernandes Guitars International Inc. -
Page 2: Usage And Safety Precautions
Use only a 9V alkaline battery. susceptible to interference or that emits powerful electromagnetic If the Nomad Deluxe is not to be used for an extended waves should not be placed near the period of time, remove the battery from the unit. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
13. Expression Pedal Input Jack:______________________________8 14. Power Jack:___________________________________________8 15. Output Jack:___________________________________________8 16. Power LED:___________________________________________8 17. Battery Box:___________________________________________8 Example Connection:_______________________________________9 Headphone Monitor:________________________________________9 Mono Setup: _____________________________________________9 Stereo Setup: ____________________________________________10 Recording Setup: _________________________________________10 Expression Pedal Connection:________________________________15 Nomad Deluxe Power Supply: _______________________________11 Internal Battery: __________________________________________11 Power On Notes:__________________________________________11... - Page 4 Vibrato:__________________________________________________22 Rotary Speaker Simulator: ___________________________________22 Auto Yah: ________________________________________________22 Envelope Filter:___________________________________________22 Detune: _________________________________________________22 Pitch Shifter: _____________________________________________22 Whammy: _______________________________________________23 Delay: ___________________________________________________23 Reverb:__________________________________________________23 SECTION 5 Additional information Factory Presets:___________________________________________24 Nomad Deluxe Specifications:_________________________________24 Nomad Deluxe Preset Data Sheet: ____________________________26 List of Factory Presets: ______________________________________25...
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Page 5: Outline
Nomad Deluxe Outline: Thank you for purchasing Fernandes Nomad Deluxe! The Nomad Deluxe is a groundbreaking guitar with a built-in amplifier using DigiTech¤ revolutionary "Audio DNA" signal processing technology, which is powerful, flexible, and easy to use. Nomad Deluxe features: -The Nomad Deluxe features a genuine DigiTech¤... -
Page 6: Warranty / Service
-There are no user serviceable parts inside the Nomad Deluxe please see a qualified repair person for repairs. -In order to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, don’t expose the Nomad Deluxe to rain or water. Warranty Terms: To validate the Limited LIFETIME WARRANTY, the Warranty Registration Card must be completed and returned to Fernandes Guitars within ten days of purchase. -
Page 7: Section 1 Quick Reference How To Turn On And Adjust The Volume
3. When using a battery use only Alkaline batteries. 4. When using headphones, or when using the NOMAD Deluxe with a guitar amplifier, connect the apparatus before turning the power ON. Refer to Page 9 for details on using the Nomad Deluxe with an amplifier or other devices. -
Page 8: Selecting Presets
1. Press and hold down the preset UP and DOWN buttons simultaneously after 2 seconds the Nomad Deluxe will advance to the tuner mode and "TU" will appear in the display window. When tuning the reference note can be changed using a gain knob. - Page 9 Nomad Deluxe to the performance mode. Saving new presets: (refer to 14, 16 pages) By saving a preset in the memory of the Nomad Deluxe, the new preset can be called up again, even if the power is turned OFF.
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Page 10: How To Backup User Data
Backing up preset data: A Maximum number of 40 can be stored in the Nomad Deluxe. On page 26 of this manual there is a chart for writing down your presets to protect them from accidental loss. Noise gate setup: The Nomad Deluxe is equipped with a noise gate. -
Page 11: Display
The name and role of each part: A: Display The display shows information about the mode the Nomad Deluxe is in. In the performance mode (See page 12), the pre-set number chosen will be displayed. In the edit mode either the type of effect or the level of the effect will be displayed (see page 14). -
Page 12: Rhythm Button
K: Power switch Turns on or off the Nomad Deluxe. To turn the Nomad Deluxe on place the switch in the down position, to turn it off place the switch in the up position. -
Page 13: Example Connection
Example connection: Although Nomad Deluxe is equipped an internal speaker it can also be used with an external amplifier. Stereo Head Phone APU2000 Power Supply (250k-500k) Passive Volume Pedal Guitar Amp Input / Effect Return Head phone connection: The output jack of the Nomad Deluxe also has the dual purpose of functioning as a headphone jack. -
Page 14: Stereo Setup
Guitar Amp Input / Effect Return Recording setup: Since the output jack of the Nomad Deluxe is line level, connecting it with a mixer or a recorder direct is best for recording. The Nomad Deluxe can also simulate the sound of a cabinet by using the modeling function. -
Page 15: Nomad Deluxe Power Supply
The power supply connects to the AC jack located at the base of the instrument and then plugs into a wall outlet. * The Nomad Deluxe power supply is specifically designed for this unit. Do not use a power supply designed for another unit. Incorrect power supplies can destroy the Nomad Deluxe and void the warranty. -
Page 16: Replay Rhythm Pattern
When the Nomad Deluxe advances into a bypass mode, all effects will be bypassed. When the Nomad Deluxe in the bypass mode the display will read "by". In order to escape from the bypass mode and to return to the last state, push the preset up or down buttons simultaneously once again. -
Page 17: Tuner Mode
Detuned 1 Whole Step, A= 392Hz 9 Detuned 1 and 1/2 Steps A= 369Hz 96 Preset UP / DOWN Buttons Note Being Tuned In tune Green LED LED Matrix For Sharp LED Matrix For Flat Changes Tuner Mode www.fernandesguitars.com Copyright c 2002 Fernandes Guitars International Inc. -
Page 18: Edit Mode
Store mode: If a preset that has been edited is not stored it will be erased when the Nomad Deluxe is turned off. If you want to save a preset push the store button twice and the preset will be stored. -
Page 19: How To Use The Expression Knob
By connecting a passive volume pedal (any pedal that uses a 250k — 500k pot and does not use a battery)to the Expression pedal input jack of the Nomad Deluxe using a mono cable. the function of the expression knob can be assigned to the pedal. When the expression pedal is connected the expression knob will stop functioning. -
Page 20: Outline Of Editing Presets
Effect being edited. Refer to the F/X list to help identify the different F/X. 3. The Gain, Amp type and Master Level knobs on the side of the Nomad Deluxe are now activated and they change the parameters of the 3 "F/X" below the Pickup / Wah LED. In this... -
Page 21: Section 4 Fx And Parameter Explanation Pickup / Wah
Nomad Deluxe. Effect Definitions Each Effect within the Nomad Deluxe can be programmed to suit your personal tastes and application. Understanding how these Effects will alter the sound, and how each Parameter will alter the Effect will help you achieve the sound you are looking for. The following overview of the Nomad Deluxe s effects outlines what each Effect and Parameter does. -
Page 22: Wah
Amount - The Amp Type knob adjusts the Amount of Compression (ratio and sustain) and ranges from 1 (slight compression) through 20 (maximum sustain). Gain - The Master Level knob adjusts the Output Gain from the Compressor. Ranges from 0 to 6 . www.fernandesguitars.com Copyright c 2002 Fernandes Guitars International Inc. -
Page 23: Amp Model
Amp Modeling The Nomad Deluxe was the first guitar to have builtin Modeling. Units were shipping in December 2001! Amp Modeling is a technology which applies the tone of several popular modern and vintage amps.Amp Modeling also includes an acoustic guitar simulation. -
Page 24: Cabinet / Gate
Equalization is an extremely useful tool used to further shape the tonal response of your guitar signal.The EQ in the Nomad Deluxe is similar to the tone knobs on an amplifier. All three EQ parameters range from -12dB to +12 dB. -
Page 25: Effects
Effects The Effects row in the Nomad Deluxe is a multi-function module, allowing you to select effects such as; Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, Tremolo, Panner, Rotary Speaker, Vibrato, AutoYah“, Envelope, Pitch Shift, Detune, and Whammy“ effects. When the Effects row is selected, the Master level knob is used to choose the type of Effect to be used. -
Page 26: Vibrato
Amount - The Gain knob adjusts the amount of pitch difference applied to the copied signal. Ranges from -12 to 12 . Level - The Amp Type knob controls the mix of the detuned note. Ranges from 0 to 99 . www.fernandesguitars.com Copyright c 2002 Fernandes Guitars International Inc. -
Page 27: Whammy
Reverb Level - The Master Level knob adjusts the volume of the Reverb. Ranges from 0 to 99. St =Studio AP =Amplitheater ro =Wood Room CH =Church CL =Club gA =Parking Garage PL =Plate Ar =Arena HA =Hall SP =Spring www.fernandesguitars.com Copyright c 2002 Fernandes Guitars International Inc. -
Page 28: Factory Presets
The procedure for performing a Factory Reset is as follows: 1. Disconnect the power supply from the Nomad Deluxe (AC Power) or unplug the guitar from the input jack (battery power). 2. Press and hold the Select button while re-connecting the power or plugging your guitar into the Nomad Deluxes s input. -
Page 29: List Of Factory Presets
17 and 57 Crunch 38 and 78 Foxy Mama 18 and 58 Auto Swell 39 and 79 Angus 19 and 59 Walkin’ 40 and 80 Whammy Bamm 20 and 60 Studio Clean www.fernandesguitars.com Copyright c 2002 Fernandes Guitars International Inc. -
Page 30: Pickup / Wah
Nomad Deluxe Preset Data Sheet Preset Number Title Left Knob Center Knob Right Knob Pickup/Wah PickupType WahType WahPosition Of SH HS Of Cr bt fr Compressor CompType A m o u n t Gain Of 1 2 3 AmpModeling AmpGain...