Rocktron MultiValve User Manual

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7Rear Panel Description7 MIDI THRU/OUT jackThis standard 5-pin DIN connector can be connected to the MIDI IN jack of anotherdevice via a standard MIDI

85. ConnectionsUsing the MultiValve within a guitar rack system

9Using the MultiValve in a preamp effects loop

10Using the MultiValve with a mixing consoleConnections

11The MultiValve provides 128 stored sounds called presets. Any of the 128 presets canbe called up at any time via the front panel PRESET control (use

12Classic ConfigurationBlock DiagramBlock Diagrams

13Rotary ConfigurationBlock DiagramBlock Diagrams

14MultiValve Functions and Parameter DescriptionsEach MultiValve preset is divided into individual blocks called functions (such as "Mixer",

15Functions and Parameter DescriptionsThe first function displayed when turning the FUNCTION SELECT control is theGlobal function. The parameters prov

16Functions and Parameter DescriptionsThe next function displayed when turning the FUNCTION SELECT control is theMixer function. The Mixer function pa

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17The Tube Mode function is accessible in all presets—regardless of the currentconfiguration recalled.The Tube Mode function allows the input signal p

18Functions and Parameter DescriptionsThe HUSH® function is accessible in all presets—regardless of the configurationcurrently recalled.HUSH is Hush S

19Compression is often used to maintain an even level when using clean tones, and isalso used to increase sustain when using high gain distortion.The

20The EQ function provides full parametric control and allows you shape the tone of theinput signal before it reaches each of the effect blocks.The PA

21Delay provides a reproduction of the input signal, occurring at a prescribed time(usually expressed in milliseconds) following the input signal. The

22Functions and Parameter DescriptionsThis parameter is used to select whether the Source 2 input will be theVOICE 2 output from the previous effect i

23Functions and Parameter DescriptionsReverb is a multitude of echos spaced so close together that, to the human ear,seem as a single continuous sound

24The Tremolo effect continuously varies the volume of the signal.The PARAMETER SELECT control will allow you to access each of the followingTremolo

25Phase shifting involves splitting the input signal into two signals, then shifting thephase of different frequencies of one signal before mixing it

26Flanging splits the input signal into two individual delayed signals (Voice 1 and Voice2), then modulating the delayed signals so that, when summed

Contents1. Introduction ... 12. Quick Setup ...

27Functions and Parameter DescriptionsThe Chorus effect in the MultiValve is produced by detuning two delayed signals(Voice 1 and Voice 2), then modul

28Pitch Shifting is used to change the pitch of the input signal to produce a harmonynote based on the input signal. The harmony voice may be of any f

29CORRESPONDINGINTERVALone octaveMajor 7thminor 7thMajor 6thminor 6thperfect 5thdiminished 5thperfect 4thMajor 3rdminor 3rdMajor 2ndminor 2ndUnisonMaj

30Functions and Parameter DescriptionsThe next function displayed when turning the FUNCTION SELECT control is the AutoPan function. The Auto Pan effec

31Functions and Parameter DescriptionsThe next function displayed when turning the FUNCTION SELECT control is theRotary Speaker function. The Rotary S

32The Speaker Simulator function provides a realistic approximation of a miked speakercabinet for applications involving connecting the MultiValve dir

33Function(via FUNCTION SELECT control)Parameter(via PARAMETER SELECT control)Parameter Range(via PARAMETER ADJUST control)GLOBALMIXERTUBEHUSHCOMPRESS

34Function(via FUNCTION SELECT control)Parameter(via PARAMETER SELECT control)Range(via PARAMETER ADJUST control)DLY TIME1FINE 1DLY RGN 1DELAY OUT 2DL

35Function(via FUNCTION SELECT control)Parameter(via PARAMETER SELECT control)Range(via PARAMETER ADJUST control)CHORUS I/OCRS OUT 1CRS PAN 1CRS DPTH

367. Operating the MultiValveStep 1Turn the PRESET control to the desired preset you wish to recall. The selected preset will berecalled automaticall

11. IntroductionCongratulations on your purchase of the Rocktron MultiValve™ guitar effects proces-sor! The MultiValve™ is a 24-bit DSP processor prov

37Operating the MultiValve™Step 1Turn the FUNCTION SELECT control to select the function heading which contains theparameter(s) you wish to change.Cha

38Operating the MultiValve™Switching Channels on Amplifiers and Preamps via the MultiValve *The MultiValve™ allows you to switch channels on an amplif

39Operating the MultiValve™Step 5Turn the PARAMETER SELECT control one step further clockwise to "CHAN SW 2". CHAN SW 2 OFFStep 6U

40Step 2Step 3Step 4To begin the Title Edit function, turn the FUNCTION SELECT control clockwise until theMultiValve™ displays "TITLE EDIT".

41Operating the MultiValve™Note: The STORE button must be pressed to save the new title. Exiting the Title Editfunction before pressing the STORE butt

42Controller AssignmentsThe Controller Assignment function allows for specific MultiValve™ adjustable parameters to be mapped (orassigned)* to a MIDI

43Operating the MultiValve™Step 3Step 4Step 5Step 6Use the PARAMETER ADJUST control to select the controller number to be assigned to thePA-A paramete

44Operating the MultiValve™Step 8Step 9Use the PARAMETER ADJUST control to choose the highest value that the parameter isnot to exceed through MIDI co

45Operating the MultiValve™Step 12Step 13Use the PARAMETER ADJUST control to select the lowest value which the parameter isnot to fall below through M

46Copying MultiValve Presets, Titles and Controller AssignmentsThe Copy function allows you to copy any preset, preset title or controller assignment

2PRECAUTIONSNOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS SECTION TO PROVIDEYEARS OF TROUBLE FREE USE. THIS UNIT REQUIRES CAREFUL HANDLING.All warnin

47Operating the MultiValve™Step 6After flashing "STORED", the MultiValve™ will display "COPY TITLE TOO?". This allowsyou to copy t

48Operating the MultiValve™Step 5STOREDPress the STORE button to copy the selected title into the selected preset location."STORED" will fla

49Tap DelayThe MultiValve™ allows you to change the delay times and/or modulation rates for any given preset while you areplaying two different ways:1

50Program ChangesStep 1To access MIDI Program Mapping, turn the FUNCTION SELECT control clockwise untilthe MultiValve displays "PROGRAM CHANGES&q

51Operating the MultiValveStep 5If "MAP" has been selected, turn the PARAMETER SELECT control one step clockwise todisplay the current Progr

52MIDI ChannelsThe MultiValve can receive MIDI commands from other MIDI transmitting devices, as well as transmit MIDIprogram changes to other MIDI-ba

53Operating the MultiValveStep 6Turn the PARAMETER ADJUST control to select the channel that the MultiValve willtransmit a MIDI program change on. You

54MIDI Dump/LoadAny or all of the MultiValve presets may be dumped to a sequencer or another MultiValve via system exclusivemessages. The information

55Operating the MultiValveStep 4Turn the PRESET control on the transmitting MultiValve to the preset that is to be dumpedinto the receiving MultiValve

56To dump a single MultiValve preset into a sequencerOperating the MultiValveNote: When performing data dumps to and from the MultiValve, always perfo

32. Quick SetupSELECTING A PRESETSTEP 1 Turn the PRESET control to select the desired preset. The new preset willbe recalled automatically.CHANGING PR

57Operating the MultiValveStep 5Press the STORE button on the MultiValve to initiate the data dump. As the MultiValveperforms the dump, it will displa

58To reload user data from a sequencerOperating the MultiValveConnect a standard MIDI cable from the MIDI OUT of the transmitting sequencer to theMIDI

59Operating the MultiValvePlay back the data stored on the sequencer. The MultiValve will display the data strings as it isstoring them. Each data str

60Factory RestoreThe Factory Restore function allows you to restore altered MultiValve presets to their original condition asshipped from the factory.

61Operating the MultiValveStep 5Press the STORE button to begin restoring the selected preset into the selected location.After the process is complete

62Restoring the MultiValve memory (all presets):!! WARNING !!Pressing the STORE button at this time will permanently erase alluser presets and replace

63Operating the MultiValveStep 4Press the STORE button at this time to initiate the All Restore procedure and erase all currentMultiValve presets, rep

64Step 1Step 2Selecting a Power On PresetTurn the PRESET control to the preset number you wish to be recalled each time the unit isturned on.The Multi

65Using the MultiValve with a Rocktron All Access in REMOTE modeA Rocktron All Access™ MIDI footswitch can be configured as a dedicated remote contro

66Step 3Turn the FUNCTION SELECT control clockwise to "REMOTE CONTROL".REMOTE CONTROLStep 4Turn the PARAMETER SELECT control one step clockw

43. Front Panel1 POWER switch2 PRESET controlThis control scrolls through and instantly recalls the successive presets.3 TAP DELAY/RATE buttonThis but

67To set up the All Access for remote operation, perform these steps from the All Access SETUP program:(See the All Access user's manual for deta

68Operating the MultiValveUpon proper setup and connection of the MultiValve and All Access units, the All Access will provide thefunctions shown abov

69Upon proper setup and connection of the MultiValve and All Access units, the All Access will provide thefunctions shown above when a "Rotary&qu

70Step 1Selecting a ConfigurationTurn the FUNCTION SELECT control fully clockwise to "CONFIG SELECT".The MultiValve allows you to select whi

718. AppendixMessageMEMORY ERRORDUMP ERRORRECEIVE ERRORXMEM ERRORLOAD ERRORSPossible ReasonCODE BYTE IS NOT CORRECT INEEPROM MEMORY.MIDI INFORMATION I

72Date: July 23, 1997 Version: 1.0FUNCTIONDEFAULTCHANGEDDEFAULTMESSAGESALTEREDTRUE VOICENOTE ONNOTE OFFKEY'SCHANNELTRUE NUMBERSONG POSITIONSONG S

73CONDITIONSInput Level pot minimumOutput Level pot maximumInput Level pot minimumInput Level pot maximumPeak Signal/A Weighted Noise Floor, DirectLev

5Front Panel Desccription9 FUNCTION SELECT controlThis control allows access to each function of the MultiValve™. These functions include:Global Delay

64. Rear Panel1 INPUT jackThis ¼" mono jack provides input to the MultiValve.2 Left and Right OUTPUT jacksThese ¼" mono jacks provide output