DigiTech RP500 User Manual

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pressing the knob will turn the effect row on or off. When editing an Effect row, press
this knob to turn the effect on or off. When editing the Amp/Cabinet row, pressing this
knob will switch between editing the amp or the cabinet.
3. When the Expression row is selected, this knob selects the Expression, LFO 1, LFO 2,
and Wah parameter links, and pressing this knob has the same effect as turning it.
Effects Library (Knob 2)
1. In Pedalboard and Preset modes, this knob selects from a library of preset effect chains.
2. When editing a preset, this knob modifies the parameter listed in the column directly
above it for the selected Effect row.
3. When the Expression row is selected, this knob selects which parameter is assigned to
the Expression Pedal, LFO1or LFO2.
Effects Level (Knob 3)
1. In Pedalboard and Preset modes, this knob adjusts the overall level of post amp effects
(Chorus/FX, Delay, and Reverb).
2. When editing a preset, this knob modifies the parameter listed in the column directly
above it for the selected Effect row.
3. When the Expression row is selected, this knob selects the heel (minimum) value for the
parameter or Wah linked to the Expression Pedal.
Amp Gain (Knob 4)
1. In Pedalboard and Preset modes, this knob adjusts the Amp Gain (distortion) for the
selected Amp model.
2. When editing a preset, this knob modifies the parameter listed in the column directly
above it for the selected Effect row. This knob also is used to adjust the RP/USB mix
when the RP500 is connected to a computer and using recording software. Just select
the Wah row to adjust this parameter when USB is connected to the RP500.
3. When the Expression row is selected, this knob selects the toe (maximum) value for the
parameter or Wah linked to the Expression Pedal.
Amp Level (Knob 5)
1. In Pedalboard and Preset modes, this knob adjusts the Amp Level (volume) of the se-
lected Amp model.
2. When editing a preset, this knob modifies the parameter listed in the column directly
above it for the selected Effect row. This knob is also used to adjust the USB Record
Level when the RP500 is connected to a computer and using recording software. Just
select the Wah row to adjust this parameter when USB is connected to the RP500.
3. When the Expression row is selected, this knob selects the LFO waveform. LFO 1or
LFO 2 must first be selected with Knob 1 for this parameter to be available.
Master Volume (Knob 6)
1. In Pedalboard and Preset modes, this knob adjusts the output level of the RP500.
2. When editing a preset, this knob modifies the parameter listed in the column directly
above it for the selected Effect row.
3. When the Expression row is selected, this knob sets the LFO speed. LFO 1 or LFO 2
must first be selected with Knob 1 for this parameter to be available.
7. System Buttons
There are three system buttons: AMP/CABINET BYPASS, PEDALBOARD, and STORE.
• AMP/CABINET BYPASS – When this button is lit, the internal amplifiers and cabinets are
bypassed in all RP500 presets
• PEDALBOARD – When this button is lit, the 5 numbered footswitches turn the effects
labeled above them on and off. When this button is not lit, these footswitches select the
five presets in the active bank.
• STORE – Press this button to begin the store/copy procedure.

DigiTech RP500 Specifications

General

A/D Converter	24-bit
Footswitches	5
USB	Yes
Power Supply	9V DC adapter (included)
Type	Multi-Effects Processor
Looper	20 seconds
Display	LCD
Expression Pedal	Built-in
Inputs	1 x 1/4" Instrument, 1 x 1/8" Aux