Instruction Manual Punch Phantom Powered Genuine
Notice Aphex reserves the right to continually improve our products. This is an updated manual covering the improved pedals built after February 2004. Model upgrades include: 1. The ability to run from phantom power 2. Increased protection from breakdown caused by ground differences 3. Increased external power voltage limits Pedals manufactured prior to 2/04 do not have phantom power capability. Those units are clearly marked on the bottom cover to indicate that applying phantom power to the D.I.
Instruction Manual Instruction Manual Aphex P/N 999-4280 Rev. 4/17/04 Hook-Up 1404 Punch Factory™ 1 3 2 Hot Contents 1. Hook-up ............................ 2. Controls ............................ 3. Tune-Up............................. 4. Theory................................ 5. Specifications.................... 6. Limited Warranty............... 7. Service Information........... 5 9 11 12 16 17 18 Copyright 2004 Aphex Systems Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
Model 1404 Punch Factory on or off by inserting or removing the plug from the input jack. Simply removing the plug from your instrument does not turn off the Aphex unit. c. Instrument Output Connect this output to your amp’s input jack using a good quality guitar cord. Use the same jack and active/passive settings on your amplifier as you would use if plugging the instrument directly into the amp.
Model 1404 Punch Factory connector. You can use rechargables, but the Aphex unit does not supply a charging circuit. You must remove the discharged battery to recharge it with an external charger. We recommend using long life alkalines. The internal battery is replaced by removing 4 screws holding the bottom cover. You can expect from 100 to 150 hours of continuous use from a fresh alkaline battery. Useful life is ended when the battery voltage drops below 5.5 volts.
Model 1404 Punch Factory b. LED Glows when the effect is on. Dark when the effect is off. If the LED does not operate, then the battery is dead, or no plug has been inserted into the input jack to turn on the unit’s power. c. Drive Drives the compression to greater or lesser depth. As you increase the drive, the compression increases, and the sound is more compressed. The output volume will slightly increase as the sound is made fatter by more compression drive. d.
Model 1404 Punch Factory Theory It you are reading this, congratulations! Not everyone will stop here to learn exactly how the Punch Factory works. We’ll keep this description light and not too technical, however. We want as many musicians as possible to get a basic grasp of how this product works. a. Compressors - What They Do The basic idea is that a wide range of input levels is automatically “compressed” into a lower range of output levels.
Model 1404 Punch Factory Expression You will discover more great sounds on your instrument, and certain musical genres will become more playable. An example is blues. The Punch Factory will blend the notes musically, making every note audible without sucking out any of the feeling. Rich sustains will not fade into oblivion. Optical Compression - What Is It? There are many, many ways to build a compressor.
Model 1404 Punch Factory Instruction Manual Limited Warranty Specifications Model 1404 Input Z Active: 50KΩ Passive: 10MegΩ Output Z Instrument: 1KΩ D.I.: 150Ω Maximum Input Level Passive:1.5V RMS Active: 6V RMS Frequency Respomse 10Hz - 30kHz +/- 1dB SNR (Typical) 70dB Compression Ratio 3.7:1 Maximum Gain 30dB Max Compression Range >30dB Power Drain 5mA Battery Type 9V External Power 5-32VAC 7-48 VDC +48V Phantom Aphex reserves the right to continually improve our products.
Model 1404 Punch Factory Service Information 1. If it becomes necessary to return this unit for repair, you must first contact Aphex Systems, Ltd. for a Return Authorization (RMA number). 2. Pack the equipment in a strong carton containing at least 2 inches of padding on all sides. Be sure the unit cannot shift around inside the carton. Include a letter explaining the symptoms and/or defect(s). Be sure to reference the RMA number in your letter and mark the RMA number on the outside of the carton. 3.
About Us Aphex is a leading manufacturer of products for recording, broadcast, and sound reinforcement. Be sure to ask your dealer about professional Aphex products or visit our website. “Punch Factory” is a trademark of Aphex Systems Ltd. All rights reserved. Look for the other high quality music instrument effects pedals in the 1400 Series at music stores near you. Aphex Systems Ltd. 11068 Randall St. Sun Valley, CA 91352 Tel 818-767-2929 techsup@aphex.com | sales@aphex.com www.aphex.
