PEDAL POWER 2 PLUS User’s Manual
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VOODOO LAB PEDAL POWER User’s Manual Introduction The Voodoo Lab Pedal Power is the finest power supply available for pedal effects. The Pedal Power provides eight 9V outputs which will power any type of battery operated effects. Each output is completely isolated, short-circuit protected, highly filtered and regulated. This insures reliable operation, free of hum and noise.
Please take a moment to fill out and mail your warranty card. This will register your warranty, make you eligible for technical support, and allow us to notify you with updates and new product information. Don’t worry, we respect your privacy and never sell our mailing list. System Unit Description 1. AC auxiliary. This is a courtesy AC outlet for convenient powering of AC powered effects or a MIDI foot controller. Note the 200 watt maximum rating. Do NOT plug in your amp here! 2. AC power input jack.
. Voltage selector DIP switches. These switches select the output voltage. Switches 1-8 correspond to DC outputs 1-8. Normal 9V operation is with the switch in the “NORMAL” position. NORMAL 6. SAG controls (not shown). Next to output jacks 7 and 8 are controls to vary the voltage from 4-9V. About Pedal Boards Before connecting the Pedal Power to your pedals, let’s talk about pedal boards. The best installation is to mount your pedals and power supply to a suitable pedal board.
Connections The Voodoo Lab Pedal Power has eight DC output jacks. These accept barrel type connectors. Notice that each of your DC power cables have a barrel connector on at least one end. The other end has either another identical barrel connector (6 supplied), a 5.5x2.5mm RED barrel (2), a 3.5mm mini-plug (1), or a battery snap (1). Use the standard barrel connector cables with Boss, newer DOD, Ibanez and Voodoo Lab pedals.
This will mate with the battery snap inside your pedal once its battery has been removed. Voltage Selector DIP Switches On the bottom of the Pedal Power is an 8 position DIP switch with switches numbered 1-8. These switches correspond to Outputs 1-8 and select the output voltage. Normally, they should all be in the “OFF” or “NORMAL” position for 9 volt operation. Boss Pedals There are two types of Boss pedals. These are identified by the type of power supply specified, either PSA or ACA.
Line6 Tone Core pedals can be powered from any output with its switch in the “NORMAL” position. SAG Outputs Outputs 7 and 8 permit you to adjust or SAG the voltage from about 4V to 9V. To enable this feature you must set the corresponding switch to the “ON” position. This allows you to simulate worn batteries. This is mostly useful for transistor-based fuzz and distortion circuits, as modern opamp designs are minimally affected by variations in supply voltage. It is not recommended for digital pedals.
Frequently Asked Questions If you have any questions, this is the first place to look! Why is the LED on my Boss pedal so dim? Check to see if your Boss pedal is supposed to operate with an ACA type adapter. It will say this either on a sticker near the power jack, or on the bottom plate. You need to operate this pedal at a higher voltage by setting the appropriate Voltage Selector DIP Switch on the bottom of the Pedal Power to the “OFF” position. See the section above “Boss Pedals”.
Can I use the Pedal Power instead of the AC adapter for my processor or MIDI pedal? No. The Pedal Power is intended to run only pedal effects which are normally powered by 9V batteries. You can plug the AC adapter supplied with your processor or MIDI pedal into the Pedal Power’s AC auxiliary outlet. Can I power my pedal which requires 18V (uses two 9V batteries)? Yes. Because the Pedal Power’s outputs are individually isolated, you can wire two of them in series for 18V. Be sure to observe proper polarity.
Specifications Input: IEC connector 120V 50/60Hz (North America) 100V 60Hz (Japan) 230V 50/60Hz (Europe/Australia) Outputs: 5.5x2.1mm barrel connectors center negative Six 9VDC 100mA regulated Two 9VDC 200mA regulated Four selectable for Boss ACA Two selectable for Line6 Modelers Two adjustable sag 4 to 9V Short circuit protected. Physical: 6” wide x 3.4” deep x 1.75” tall (152x86x45mm) Weight 2 lbs. (0.9 kg). Special: Toroidal power transformer. Auxiliary AC outlet, 200 watts max.
Warranty Voodoo Lab warrants this product against defects that are due to faulty material or workmanship for a period of five years from the date of original retail purchase. This warranty does not include damage to the product resulting from accident or misuse. This warranty is given to the original purchaser only and it is not assignable to any other person.
