User manual ALESIS MICROVERB 4

[. . . ] ALESIS MicroVerb 4 Reference Manual Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Alesis MicroVerb 4 Multieffects Processor. To take full advantage of the MicroVerb 4's functions, and to enjoy long and trouble-free use, please read this user's manual carefully. How To Use This Manual This manual is divided into the following sections describing the various modes of the MicroVerb 4. Though we recommend you take time to read through the entire manual once carefully, those having general knowledge about effects devices should use the table of contents to reference specific functions. Chapter 1: Your First Session with the MicroVerb 4. [. . . ] All footswitches must be plugged in before the MicroVerb 4 has its power turned on. To hook up a single Bypass Footswitch: Any momentary footswitch can be plugged into the Footswitch input on the MicroVerb 4. The extra connector on the footswitch jack will simply be ignored. To hook up two Footswitches: The MicroVerb 4 is equipped with a 1/4" TRS footswitch jack which can connect to two footswitch jacks. To connect both footswitches, first locate a cable or adapter which has one male 1/4" TRS jack and two female 1/4" mono jacks. This cable is available from several manufacturers, such as Radio Shack (#274-302) and Hosa (YPP-118). The footswitch connected to the tip of this jack will function as a Bypass pedal. The footswitch connected to the center ring of this jack will function as a Control pedal. (See below. ) You may also use a dual footswitch, which has two pedals on one MicroVerb 4 Reference Manual 21 Chapter 2 ­ Connections assembly with a stereo cord already attached. The pedals are often packaged with digital pianos. You should not use the dual footswitch from a guitar amplifier, as these are typically latching type footswitches. You can tell a latching footswitch from an unlatched type when it takes two presses to enable any of the functions (Bypass, etc. ). Also, these footswitches usually "click" when stepped on. Use only Momentary (non-latching) footswitches with the MicroVerb 4. If desired, a mono footswitch can be plugged half way (to the first "click") to function as a Control Footswitch only. Pressing the footswitch will toggle Bypass mode on and off. When Bypass mode is activated, the effects will mute and the Display will read "bYP" and then dim. Bypass turns off any effects going to the output, and is useful for turning off delay for a certain part of a song, for example. When a footswitch is connected to the ring of the 3 connector Footswitch jack, it functions as a Control footswitch. This footswitch has 2 different functions, depending on the type of effect it is used on. On a Lezlie Effect: The control footswitch controls the Lezlie speed. When it is pressed, the display will either read ffFSt or SLO and the rotating speaker will ramp up to the Fast or down to the Slow speed, respectively. On a Delay Program: The Control footswitch acts as a "Tap Tempo" control. [. . . ] This will reset all User Programs and the MIDI channel to their default values, and will recall Preset 00. 7 Important: The Programs in the User bank are erased when re-initializing the unit this way. Be sure you have stored these Programs into some sort of data storage device via MIDI System Exclusive before performing a re-initialization (see Chapter 6). Checking the Software Version The current software version is displayed when the MicroVerb 4 is powered on. To check the software version, plug in the Microverb 4 and note the number displayed. Maintenance/Service Cleaning MicroVerb 4 Reference Manual 39 Chapter 6 ­ Troubleshooting Disconnect the AC cord, then use a damp cloth to clean the MicroVerb 4's metal and plastic surfaces. For heavy dirt, use a non-abrasive household cleaner such as Formula 409 or Fantastik. [. . . ]