Electro-Harmonix Super Pulsar User Manual

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SUPER PULSAR
Stereo Tap Tremolo/Panner
Congratulations on your purchase of the Electro-Harmonix SUPER
PULSAR, one of the most advanced Tremolo/Panner effects ever put into
a guitar pedal. Super Pulsar pairs a high end, low noise, stereo, analog
signal path with full digital control bringing out the best of both worlds.
Super Pulsar boasts so many features we thought it best to list them:
Special Features of SUPER PULSAR:
 Stereo or Mono input and output for any combination of stereo/mono tremolo or
panning
 Fully analog signal path with up to 12dB Volume Boost
 Four adjustable modulation waveforms: Sine, Triangle, Pulse and Rhythm
 Sine continuously varies from narrow positive peak to standard sine to wide
positive peak
 Triangle continuously varies from ramp up to symmetrical triangle to ramp down
 Pulse continuously varies its ON time from 4% to 100% of modulation rate
 9 Rhythm patterns available, up to 16 steps each, all user programmable
 Phase control continuously varies the right channel’s phase of modulation in
relation to the left from 0° to 360°
 Wave Invert button quickly inverts modulation waveform
 Output Volume knob allows for adjustable output effect volume
 Wide modulation rate control: from 16 seconds to 230Hz
 Tap Footswitch allows you to set modulation rate or Rhythm tempo with 2 or
more taps of your foot
 Tap Divide function divides down your tap tempo for faster modulation from the
same tap tempo; divides are dotted eighth note, quarter note triplet, eighth
note, eighth note triplet, 16
th
and 32
nd
notes
 Expression pedal or CV control over Rate, Depth, Shape, Phase or Volume
 External, generic footswitch input for Tap Tempo plus up to 2 other functions on
TAP/CLK IN jack or set it for external clock in
 Save and recall all knobs, settings, rhythms and tap tempo in up to 8 presets
 True Bypass using mechanical relays
 Includes EHX9.6DC power supply
WARNING: Your SUPER PULSAR comes equipped with an Electro-Harmonix 9.6DC-
200 power supply (same as used by Boss® & Ibanez®: 9.6 Volts DC 200mA). The
SUPER PULSAR requires 165mA at 9VDC with a center negative plug and does not
accept batteries. Using the wrong adapter may damage your unit and void the
warranty. Please do not exceed 10VDC on the power plug.

Electro-Harmonix Super Pulsar Specifications

General

Type	Tremolo
Tap Tempo	Yes
Expression/CV Input	Yes
Stereo Input/Output	Yes
Bypass	True Bypass
Waveforms	Sine, Triangle, Square
Outputs	Stereo Output (Left/Mono, Right)
Power Supply	9V DC adapter (included)
Dimensions	4.75 x 5.75 x 2.5 inches

Summary

Super Pulsar Quick Start Guide

Connecting Your Super Pulsar

Guides for mono and stereo audio connections for the Super Pulsar pedal.

Basic Settings and Controls

Examples for Sine Wave, Chopped Tremolo, Envelope Controls, Presets, and Rhythm Patterns.

Knobs, Buttons, and LEDs Overview

Core Controls: Rate, Depth, and Envelope

Explanation of RATE, DEPTH, ENV RATE, and ENV DEPTH knobs and their functions.

Modulation Shaping: Wave, Phase, and Invert

Covers WAVE, SHAPE, RT. PHASE, and WAVE INVERT controls for modulation.

Tempo, Volume, and Bypass Functions

Details TAP footswitch, VOLUME knob, BYPASS footswitch, and associated LEDs.

External Expression and Tap Divide Features

Explains EXP MODE, TAP DIVIDE, and Speed Brake functions.

Input, Output, and Connection Jacks

Audio and Power Connections

Information on input/output jacks and power requirements for the Super Pulsar.

External Control Interfaces

Details on EXP Jack and TAP/CLK IN Jack for external control.

Advanced Operations and Customization

External Switches and Clock Synchronization

Assigning external switches and synchronizing with external clock.

Presets and Rhythm Pattern Creation

Managing presets and creating custom rhythm patterns.

Effect Examples and Factory Restore

Describes Swirling Pan, Rhythm Echo, and Factory Restore.

Warranty and Compliance Information

Product warranty, registration, service, and FCC compliance.