DIGITAL MODELING DISTORTION EFFECTS PEDAL 100 95 75 25 5 Owner's Manual aw_FD500_Manual_G12_101021 2010 10 21 17:04:32 0
INFORMATION FOR YOUR SAFETY! PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. Power Supply Please connect the designated AC adaptor to an AC outlet of the correct voltage. Do not connect it to an AC outlet of voltage other than that for which your instrument is intended. Unplug the AC power adaptor when not using the instrument, or during electrical storms.
Contents Panel Description Front Panel...........................................................................................................................................4 Setup Battery Replacement Diagram..............................................................................................................6 Connection.........................................................................................................................................7 Effects Introduction Effects List......
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Panel Description 1.LEVEL Knob Controls the output LEVEL of the effect. 2.LOW Knob Manipulate the LOW tone. 3.M.F/TONE Knob If the current distortion model has M.F. (Middle Frequency) or Tone modulation, the LED of M.F./TONE will be lighted up accordingly. 4.MIDDLE Knob Manipulate the MIDDLE tone. 5.GAIN Knob Turn this knob clockwise to adjust the GAIN. 6.HIGH Knob Manipulate the HIGH tone. 7.MODE Knob Select one distortion model among the 15 models, or to select the patch memory function. 8.
Setup Battery Replacement Diagram Warning: 1. A 9V battery (optional) must be installed before you plug the mono audio cable into the input jack. 2. While the power supply is low, the ON/OFF LED will extinguish. Please replace the battery accordingly. 3. Turn the guitar amplifier off before plugging and unplugging cables, otherwise tremendous noise might be produced and the unit might be damaged as well.
Connection Connection 1. Connect the optional power supply to the power jack or insert a 9V battery (optional) into the battery compartment on the bottom. 2. Connect your guitar to input jack and an amplifier to output jack of the Pedal. AC Adaptor + - OUT DC 9V 3. The Pedal will automatically switch on after a cable is plugged into its input jack when using a battery. Use only the appropriate adaptor with the correct voltage and with a center NEGATIVE polarity.
Effects Introduction This digital distortion pedal, contains 15 distortion models based on 15 popular distortion pedals. It also includes the storage function, allows you to store and recall up to 6 patch memories. Effects List MODEL No.
Effects Introduction 01. Ibanez® TUBE SCREAMER® Overdrive Pro TS808 * This model is based on IBANEZ® TS808 TUBE SCREAMER®. TS808 is famous for delivering a warm, natural tube overdrive sound. Also it is a way to boost your signal without adding a lot of distortion. 02. BOSS® SD-1 SUPER Over Drive * This model is based on BOSS® SD-1 SUPER OverDrive. Many famous guitarists use SD-1 as an overdrive pedal or a booster, it provides a harmonical drive sound, and especially suits a humbucker pickup. 03.
Effects Introduction * There are two modes for selection under this model. Turn the MIDDLE knob less than a '12 O'clock position', the LED indicator will not be lighted; the current selection will be the “HP” mode. Turn the MIDDLE knob to a position exceeds '12 O'clock', and the LED lights, creates the “LP” mode. 05. MXR® M-104 distortion+ * This model is based on MXR® M104 distortion+, the classic distortion tone which sounds very vintage. 06.
Effects Introduction 08. Marshall® SHRED MASTER * This model is based on Marshall® SHRED MASTER, another famous pedal produced by Marshall. 09. DUNLOP® FUZZFACE™ * This model is based on DUNLOP® FUZZFACE™ the classic sound of fuzz. KNOBS SHRED MARSTER’S KNOBS GAIN GAIN LOW BASS MIDDLE CONTOUR HIGH TREBLE LEVEL LEVEL KNOBS FUZZFACE’S KNOBS GAIN FUZZ LEVEL VOLUME 100 95 10.
Effects Introduction 12. DOD® FX69 GRUNGE® * This model is based on DOD® FX69 GRUNGE®. Although it's called GRUNGE®, the FX69 is more suitable for playing Heavy Metal. It gives a very sharp distortion sound. 13. Ibanez® SM7 SMASH BOX® * This model is based on IBANEZ® SM7 SMASH BOX®, a real “smash box”, providing “sharp” and “smooth” models. * There are two modes for selection under this model. Turn the M.F.
Effects Introduction 14. BOSS® MT-2 Metal Zone® * This model is based on BOSS® MT-2 METAL ZONE®, classic heavy metal sound. 15. DOD® FX86 DEATH METAL™ DISTORTION * This model is based on DOD® FX86 DEATH METAL™, the tone from hell, crazy and wild. Knobs: FD500’S KNOBS MT-2’S KNOBS GAIN DIST HIGH HIGH MIDDLE MIDDLE M.F./TONE MID FREQ LOW LOW LEVEL LEVEL 100 Knobs: FD500’S KNOBS FX86’S KNOBS HIGH SCREAM MIDDLE PAIN LOW GUTS LEVEL R.I.P.
Store and Recall Patches Warning: To avoid the possibility of losing the stored patches or results in an unsuccessful storage, you are suggested to use an appropriate adaptor while performing the storage operation. Ensure the power will not be terminated. Storing Your Favorite Tones You can store your favorite tones into one of the 6 patches when the Pedal knob is turned to a position between MODEL 1~15 and the ON/OFF LED indicator is on at the same time.
Store and Recall Patches Press and hold the 5th button for another 2 seconds to enter the storage function; all LED indicators will flash from 1 to 6 in a fast speed. You can then release the button. The LED indicator of this button will be lighted for the final one second, then the whole action will stop; your own setting has already been stored into the chosen patch. 100 95 75 Finally, it returns back to the normal mode automatically.
Store and Recall Patches Recalling the Saved Memories If you want to recall the patches that you have saved, you must turn the MODEL knob to the M position: At this time, the LED indicator of the latest stored patch will be lighted automatically. For example, if you want to recall patch 4, just press the 4th button: When the MODEL knob points to the M position, you can adjust the LEVEL knob as usual; however, other knobs will be inactivated.
Advanced Use FOOT SWITCH Control Mode When the MODEL knob points to the M position, the FOOT SWITCH will provide two function modes. Before making connection or powers on FD500, turn the MODEL knob to the M position, then press and hold the FOOT SWITCH firmly; powers up the unit and keep holding the FOOT SWITCH until the ON/OFF LED indicator flashes three times. MODE FUNCTION MODE 1 FOOT SWITCH for the bypass function as usual.
Troubleshooting Can't power on [On/Off LED doesn't light normally] Check the connection of power. Make sure the power is connected correctly. Check the adaptor, is the type of adaptor right (DC9V/300mA/center negative type)? Use right type of adaptor, or else it may cause damage to the equipment.
Specifications No. of Distortion Models 15 No. of Patch Memories 6 Guitar Input 1/4" monaural jack Power Requirements Optional AC adaptor DC9V/300mA/center negative type or 6LR61 9V battery Dimensions 126.5(L) x 79.5(W) x 64.5(H) mm Weight 355g (without battery) Input Impedance 1 M Ohms 100 Line Output 1/4" monaural jack 95 Output Impedance 100 Ohms 75 25 * All specifications and appearances are subject to change without notice.
Appendices Setting Samples 1. TS808：Texas Blues 3. OD-1：Vintage Drive 100 95 2. SD-1：Warm Drive 4.
Appendices 5. M-104：Randy Rhythm 7. GUV'NOR：Plexi Tone 100 6. DS-1：Pop Dist 95 8.
Appendices 9.FUZZFACE：Voodoo Axe 11. VINTAGE RAT：Rock Legend 100 10. BIG MUFF：Fire Ball 12.
Appendices 13. SM-7：Blind Eye 15. FX-86：Death Throne 100 14. MT-2：Iron Zone 95 16.
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