1. Introdución
The DigiTech DROP is a dedicated polyphonic drop tune pedal designed to alter your guitar's tuning electronically. This pedal allows for pitch shifting from one semitone down to a full octave, eliminating the need to change guitars or retune for different musical requirements. It features a momentary/latching switch for flexible performance control and true bypass circuitry to preserve your tone when the effect is disengaged.
2. Produto rematadoview
The DigiTech DROP pedal provides a compact solution for pitch shifting. Its intuitive design includes a selector knob for various drop tune intervals and a switch to control the footswitch behavior.
Figura 1: The DigiTech DROP pedal, shown with its included power supply and two patch cables. The pedal features a red enclosure with a silver faceplate, a large black selector knob, a momentary/latching toggle switch, and a footswitch.
2.1 Controis e indicadores
- EFFECT SELECTOR KNOB: This knob selects the desired drop tune interval when the effect is active. Settings range from 1 semitone to a full octave, including an octave with dry signal blend.
- MOMENTARY ON/OFF SWITCH: This toggle switch determines the operation mode of the footswitch.
- Cando se configura en ON, the footswitch acts as a momentary switch. The effect is active only while the footswitch is pressed and held. Releasing the footswitch bypasses the effect.
- Cando se configura en DESACTIVADO, the footswitch acts as a latching switch. Pressing the footswitch toggles the effect on or off.
- LED EFECTO: Ilumínase cando o efecto está activo.
- TRUE BYPASS FOOTSWITCH: Engages or bypasses the effect based on the MOMENTARY ON/OFF switch setting.
3. Configuración
Follow these steps to connect your DigiTech DROP pedal:
- Conexión de alimentación: Connect the included 9VDC power supply to the power input jack on the pedal and then to an appropriate AC outlet.
- Conexión de entrada: Connect your guitar or the output of a preceding pedal to the IN jack on the DigiTech DROP pedal using a standard 1/4-inch instrument cable.
- Conexión de saída: Conecta o FÓRA jack of the DigiTech DROP pedal to your amplifier or the input of the next pedal in your signal chain using a standard 1/4-inch instrument cable.
Figura 2: Lado view of the DigiTech DROP pedal, illustrating the 1/4-inch input and output jacks for connecting to other audio equipment.
4. Instrucións de funcionamento
Operating the DigiTech DROP pedal involves selecting your desired pitch shift and choosing the footswitch mode.
- Select Drop Interval: Xire o EFFECT SELECTOR KNOB to choose the desired pitch shift setting:
- 1: Transpón o sinal da guitarra abaixo 1 semitono.
- 2: Transpón o sinal da guitarra abaixo 2 semitonos.
- 3: Transpón o sinal da guitarra abaixo 3 semitonos.
- 4: Transpón o sinal da guitarra abaixo 4 semitonos.
- 5: Transpón o sinal da guitarra abaixo 5 semitonos.
- 6: Transposes guitar signal down 6 semitones (a tritone).
- 7: Transpón o sinal da guitarra abaixo 7 semitonos.
- OUT: Transposes guitar signal down a full octave.
- OCT + DRY: Transposes guitar signal down a full octave and blends it with the original dry signal.
- Choose Footswitch Mode: Establece o MOMENTARY ON/OFF SWITCH a calquera ON for momentary operation or DESACTIVADO for latching operation.
- Engage/Bypass Effect: Preme o INTERRUPTOR DE PEDAL TRUE BYPASS to activate or deactivate the selected drop tune effect according to the chosen footswitch mode. The EFFECT LED will indicate when the effect is active.
5. Mantemento
To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your DigiTech DROP pedal, consider the following maintenance guidelines:
- Limpeza: Usa un pano suave e seco para limpar o exterior do pedal. Evita produtos de limpeza abrasivos ou solventes.
- Almacenamento: Garda o pedal nun lugar fresco e seco, lonxe da luz solar directa e de temperaturas extremas cando non o uses.
- Fonte de alimentación: Always use the original or a compatible 9VDC power supply. Incorrect power can damage the unit.
- Conexións: Comprobe periodicamente todas as conexións dos cables para detectar desgaste. Asegúrese de que os conectores estean libres de po e residuos.
6 Solución de problemas
If you encounter issues with your DigiTech DROP pedal, refer to the following common problems and solutions:
| Problema | Causa posible | Solución |
|---|---|---|
| Non se emite ningún son ao pisar o pedal. | Incorrect cable connections, faulty power supply, effect level set to zero (if applicable). | Verify all cables are securely connected. Ensure the power supply is functioning. Check the EFFECT SELECTOR KNOB setting. |
| Effect LED does not light up. | No power, faulty footswitch. | Ensure the power supply is connected and working. Test the footswitch in both momentary and latching modes. |
| Sound is distorted or unnatural. | Input signal too hot, extreme pitch shift settings, impedance mismatch. | Reduce the output level of the preceding instrument or pedal. Ensure proper impedance matching with other equipment. |
| Momentary switch not working. | MOMENTARY ON/OFF switch set to OFF. | Ensure the MOMENTARY ON/OFF switch is set to the ON position for momentary operation. |
7. Especificacións
- Peso do artigo: 1.38 libras
- Dimensións do produto: 10 x 7 x 6 polgadas
- Fonte de enerxía: Eléctrico con cable
- Voltage: 9 voltios
- Tipo de conector: 2.1mm barrel plug
- Formato do sinal: Analóxico
- True Bypass: Si
- Pitch Shift Range: 1 semitone to full octave down
8. Que hai na caixa
The DigiTech DROP pedal package includes:
- DigiTech DROP Compact Polyphonic Drop Tune Pitch Shift Pedal
- Fonte de alimentación 9 VDC
9. Garantía e soporte
Para obter información sobre a garantía e asistencia técnica, consulte a páxina oficial de DigiTech website or contact their customer service directly. Details regarding product registration and service centers can typically be found on the manufacturer's support pages.
