Donner EXTREME DRIVER - User Manual

The Extreme Driver is inspired by the
legendary japan-made orange distortion
pedal and its famous mods. Combing
iconic rock distortion sound, wide
dynamic range and flexible controls, this
pedal gives you a wide tone arsenal
ranging from smooth leads to golden
1980s rhythms.
Introduction
Overview
Owner’s Manual
Precautions
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE
PROCEEDING
Please keep this manual in a convenient
place for future reference.
Power Supply
Always use a DC 9V center negative AC
adapter. Use of an adapter other than
that specified could damage the unit or
cause malfunction and pose a safety
hazard.
Always connect the AC adapter to an
AC outlet that supplies the rated voltage
required by the adapter.
Disconnect the AC adapter from the AC
outlet when during lightning storms or
not using the unit for an extended
period.
Connections
Always turn off the power before
connecting or disconnecting. Make sure
to disconnect all cables and AC adapter
before moving the unit. This will help
prevent malfunction and damages.
Environment Considerations
Avoid using the unit in any of the
following conditions that could cause
malfunction:
●Extremely hot or cold places
●Under direct sunlight
●Magnetic fields
●Near heaters and other heat sources
●Sandy or dusty places
●Places that are extremely humid or
exposed to splashing water
●Places with lots of vibrations
Electrical Interference
●Inspired By Classics And More
The Extreme Driver is inspired by the
legendary Japan-made orange
distortion and its famous mods, bringing
you the iconic rock distortion sound that
has been famous since late 1970s.
●Easy Controls, Wide Flexibilities
The Extreme Driver features an easy-to-
use three-knob tone control: LEVEL
(output volume), TONE (brightness) and
GAIN (distortion amount) for using in
different scenarios. Each knob gives you
a wide control range.
Devices that are very susceptible to
interference or that emits powerful
electromagnetic waves (e.g. radios and
TVs) should not be placed near this unit,
as interference could occur.
Electromagnetic interference could
cause malfunction and could corrupt or
destroy data.
Always operate this unit at a suitable
distance from these devices.
Handling
Do not apply excessive force to the
switches and other controls, exposing
the unit to strong impacts, which could
cause it to break.
Do not put foreign objects or liquids into
the unit.
Never open the case or attempt to
modify the product in any way since this
can result in damage to the unit.
Clean only with a soft, dry cloth.

Summary

Precautions

Power Supply Safety

Instructions for using the correct DC 9V center negative AC adapter and safety precautions.

Connection Safety

Important steps to follow before connecting or disconnecting cables and power to prevent damage.

Environmental Operating Conditions

Conditions to avoid for optimal unit performance and to prevent malfunction.

Electrical Interference Guidelines

Operating the unit away from devices that emit or are susceptible to electromagnetic waves.

Handling and Maintenance

Advice on physical handling, avoiding impacts, foreign objects, and cleaning methods.

Product Overview

Classic Inspiration

The Extreme Driver's inspiration from legendary Japan-made orange distortion pedals.

Control Features

Description of the three-knob tone control (Level, Tone, Gain) for versatile sound shaping.

Tone Selector and Components

3-Way Tone Switch Modes

Describes the three modes of the tone selector: TUBE, ULTRA, and NORMAL.

Selected Components

Highlights the use of carefully selected components for sound quality and road performance.

Connections and Controls

DC 9 V Power Input

Details about the DC 9V jack, including adapter requirements and polarity.

Level Knob Function

Explanation of the LEVEL knob's function in controlling output volume.

Tone Knob Function

Explanation of the TONE knob's function in controlling the effect's tone (brightness).

Gain Knob Function

Explanation of the GAIN knob's function in controlling the distortion amount.

Audio Input and Output Jacks

Details of the 1/4" mono audio jacks for connecting guitar and amplifier.

Footswitch and LED Operation

How to use the footswitch to turn the unit on/off and the LED indicator.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features

The Donner Extreme Driver is a guitar effects pedal inspired by the legendary Japan-made orange distortion pedal and its famous modifications. It is designed to deliver an iconic rock distortion sound with a wide dynamic range and flexible controls, suitable for smooth leads and golden 1980s rhythms.

Function Description

The Extreme Driver provides a powerful and rich distorted sound. It features an easy-to-use three-knob tone control system:

• LEVEL Knob (B): Controls the output volume of the effect.
• TONE Knob (D): Controls the brightness or overall tone of the effect.
• GAIN Knob (C): Controls the amount of distortion applied to the signal.

A key feature is the 3-way Tone Selector (A), which allows users to choose from three distinct sound types:

• TUBE: Offers a smooth, tube-like "E-mod" style sound.
• ULTRA: Provides a powerful, edgy "U-mod" modern style sound.
• NORMAL: Delivers the original 1980's "Classic Rock Distortion" sound, which is classic and natural.

The pedal also incorporates a Footswitch (H) for toggling the effect on and off. An integrated LED indicator (H) illuminates when the effect is active, providing clear visual feedback.

Important Technical Specifications

• Power Requirement: 9V DC center negative AC adapter. The manual specifies using a 9-volt DC regulated AC adapter, 500mA, with a plug polarity that is positive on the barrel and negative in the center.
• Current Consumption: 10mA.
• Dimensions: 42x93.5x52mm.
• Weight: 225g.
• Input Jack (F): 1/4" mono audio jack for connecting a guitar.
• Output Jack (G): 1/4" mono audio jack for connecting to an amplifier.
• Chassis Material: Solid Aluminum-alloy, ensuring durability and light weight.

Usage Features

• Wide Tone Arsenal: The combination of the LEVEL, TONE, and GAIN knobs, along with the 3-way Tone Selector, provides a broad spectrum of tonal possibilities, catering to both vintage and modern players.
• True Bypass Design: The pedal is designed with true bypass, which ensures that the guitar's signal remains transparent and unaffected when the pedal is disengaged.
• Carefully Selected Components: The Extreme Driver is built with high-quality components to ensure optimal sound quality and reliable performance, making it suitable for touring.
• Intuitive Controls: The three-knob layout and a clear tone selector make the pedal straightforward to operate, allowing musicians to quickly dial in their desired sound.

Maintenance Features

• Cleaning: The unit should be cleaned only with a soft, dry cloth.
• Power Supply Management: Always use the specified DC 9V center negative AC adapter. Disconnect the AC adapter from the AC outlet during lightning storms or when the unit is not in use for extended periods to prevent damage.
• Connection Protocol: Always turn off the power before connecting or disconnecting cables and the AC adapter to prevent malfunctions and damage.
• Environmental Considerations: To ensure proper function and longevity, avoid using the pedal in:
  • Extremely hot or cold places.
  • Areas under direct sunlight.
  • Environments with strong magnetic fields.
  • Near heaters or other heat sources.
  • Sandy or dusty places.
  • Places that are extremely humid or exposed to splashing water.
  • Places with lots of vibrations.
• Handling Precautions:
  • Do not apply excessive force to switches and controls.
  • Avoid exposing the unit to strong impacts.
  • Prevent foreign objects or liquids from entering the unit.
  • Do not open the case or attempt to modify the product, as this can lead to damage and void any potential warranty.
• Electrical Interference: Keep the unit away from devices that are highly susceptible to interference or emit powerful electromagnetic waves (e.g., radios and TVs) to prevent malfunction and data corruption. Maintain a suitable distance from such devices during operation.
• Manual Retention: Keep the owner's manual in a convenient place for future reference.

Donner EXTREME DRIVER Specifications

General

Brand	Donner
Model	EXTREME DRIVER
Category	Music Pedal
Language	English