OWNER’S MANUAL
CONTENTS Page I WELCOME II. CONNECTIONS AND CONTROL SETTINGS III. CONTROL FEATURES IV. SPECIFICATIONS V. SAFETY GUIDELINES VI. WARRANTY TERMS 3 4 7 10 11 12 The brand names Hammond® and Leslie® used in this operating manual are protected trademarks of HammondSuzuki Corporation.
I. WELCOME Congratulations and thank you for purchasing Neo Instruments’ VENTILATOR. If you wish to make the most of this device’s many features and full sound-shaping potential, we recommend that you read this manual and keep it for later reference. Be sure to also save the packaging just in case you have to send it at a later date.
II. CONNECTIONS AND CONTROL SETTINGS VENTILATOR comes with a mono input and a stereo output. The Lo / Hi switch matches input gain to the signal source. You can insert VENTILATOR between your instrument and amp or mixing console as well as into an FX loop. We recommend using an FX loop for guitars, if available. Input This jack accepts mono organ, keyboard, and guitar signals. Lo / Hi This switch adjusts input gain. The Lo position works for most organs, keyboards, and guitars.
Output VENTILATOR provides a stereo output. If you connect the device to a mixing console, turn the mixer’s panorama knobs to the far left and right to achieve a realistic-sounding spatial effect. If you need just a mono signal – say, in an elaborate composite mix or when using a stage monitor or guitar amp – tap it by plugging into the R/MONO output only.
Key / Git Setting this switch to the KEY position activates VENTILATOR’s speaker simulation, which faithfully replicates the frequency response of a 122 model Leslie. Use this speaker simulation when playing an organ or organ sound over a ‘neutral’ sound system such as studio monitors, high-quality stage monitors, and PA cabinets. If you are using a guitar plugged into a guitar amp, set the switch to GIT to disable the speaker simulation.
III. CONTROL FEATURES Although VENTILATOR is a digital device, it handles much like an analog effect, with similar convenience and ease of use. A good way to get to know the device is to start with this setup: - Set Speed, Acceleration, Balance, and Distance to the 12 o’clock position. - Turn Drive to the far left (off). - Set the switch on the back to KEY for an organ, and to GIT for guitar. Bypass This stomp-switch turns the rotary effect on and off.
Speed The Speed knob adjusts the bass and treble rotors’ speeds for both Slow and Fast settings. Twist the knob to the far left for slower speeds and to the far right for faster speeds: SLOW Bass 0.61Hz – 0.91Hz (0.76Hz) Horn 0.64Hz – 0.96Hz (0.8Hz) FAST Bass 5.2Hz – 7.8Hz (6.5Hz) Horn 5.44 – 8.16Hz (6.8Hz) The 12 o’clock positions yield the values shown in brackets, which correspond to the speeds of an average 122 model Leslie.
Balance The Balance knob adjusts the relative volumes of the bass and treble speakers. Use it much like you would an equalizer, adapting the unit’s sound to suit different types of input signals and the musical context, amp, or monitor. Twisting it to the right from the 12 o’clock position cuts low frequencies; turning it to the left cuts higher frequencies. Drive This knob activates VENTILATOR’s on-board tube simulator.
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V. SAFETY GUIDELINES - Do not open the device – no user serviceable parts inside! - Clean with a dry cloth or brush only. - Do not operate this device near water. - To avoid malfunctions and electric shock, do not expose the device or its AC adapter to rain or moisture. - Do not operate the unit near radiators or other heat sources. - Do not expose the device to direct sunlight. - Power the device with the included AC adapter and the indicated mains voltages only.
VI. WARRANTY TERMS Neo Instruments extends a warranty covering all verifiable defects in material and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of original purchase. Statutory warranty rights remain unaffected hereby. To obtain warranty coverage, the card must be filled out completely, including the serial no., date of purchase, company stamp, signature of the authorized dealer, and name and address of the buyer, and returned with a copy of the proof of purchase.
