User manual HUGHES & KETTNER SWITCHBLADE

[. . . ] For another first in guitar amp history, Hughes & Kettner® has packed all the features guitarists have long been dreaming of into one amp ­ a bona fide all-tube design and the boundless versatility of amp modeling. For more than 20 years, Hughes & Kettner® has engineered trailblazing amp designs that explore new frontiers in the powers and possibilities of musical expression. Milestones such as the AS 64 (the world's first fully-programmable amp), the Access (the first programmable tube preamp), the TriAmp (the first six-Channel tube amp) and zenTera (today the undisputed boss among digital amps) raised the bar for technical and tonal excellence. Each of these amp's DNA is in Head Only First plug the speaker cord into the appropriate output on the Head. [. . . ] Note: The table above should be big help if you wish to switch the Presets of a device connected to the MIDI THRU directly via the FSM 432. It shows the program changes sent by the bank/preset combination. Please bear in mind that some MIDI devices switch program 1 via program change command 0. If this is the case with your outboard gear, simply add a 1 to each value indicated in this table to activate the desired program. 2 Setting Switchblade's MIDI Channel and Switching OMNI ON/OFF Press the SERIAL button longer than two seconds when SWITCHBLADE is in normal operating mode, and the ORIGINAL VALUE LED will start flashing. This assigns special programming functions to the amp's LEDs and buttons: FX ON Now serves as a +1/UP button for setting the MIDI Channel. If the STORE button (OMNI On) lights up, SWITCHBLADE responds to all incoming program changes, irrespective Of the MIDI Channel over which they are sent. If the light on the button is extinguished (OMNI OFF), it responds only to messages sent via the defined MIDI Channel. FACTORY SETTING: MIDI CHANNEL = 1, OMNI = ON Note: OMNI ON is helpful if you are unsure via which channel a connected MIDI device sends its messages. 4 Storing Settings/Programming You have two options for storing a preset to one of the 128 memory slots: Select a new memory slot via MIDI (6. Select a MIDI bank from 1 to 32 on the FSM 432; it flashes to signify that the FSM 432 is waiting for input via one of the four preset buttons A to D. Engage preset button A, B, C or D; the board stops flashing, the light on the STORE button extinguishes, and the preset is stored. Note: Here's how to proceed for other manufacturers' MIDI boards and MIDI-enables devices: Arm SWITCHBLADE by engaging the STORE button and selecting the desired memory slot. As soon as SWITCHBLADE receives a valid program change command, the STORE button extinguishes and the preset is stored. The following table MIDI Channel lists the MIDI Channel settings in what is called binary code: 2 Overwriting Presets Directly at the Device There is an easier way to overwrite the most recently selected preset than going from the amp to the MIDI board and back after every edit: Press and hold the STORE button until its light extinguishes (after about two seconds). the ORIGINAL VALUE and the Channel LEDs also flash to confirm. Then you can release the STORE button and your settings are stored. Press and hold SERIAL for a few moments to quit the MIDI setup routine and store the settings. 3 Factory Settings and Factory Reset A factory reset is a seldom needed feature. Nevertheless, be sure to read the explanation carefully to ensure you don't accidentally delete your presets. 1 Triggering a Factory Reset If you press STORE and FX SERIAL simultaneously while powering the amp, all settings are reset, including the 128 MIDI-switchable presets and the basic MIDI configuration. They've been burned in ­ that is, operated continuously under a load ­they are subjected to a rigorous selection process. [. . . ] Avoid connection to the Mains supply in distributor boxes together with several other power consumers. The plug socket for the power supply must be positioned near the unit and must be easily accessible. pLACE OF INSTALLATION: · The unit should stand only on a Clean, horizontal working surface. The unit must not be exposed to vibrations during operation. [. . . ]