Eventide TimeFactor User Manual

User Guide
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(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Eventide TimeFactor Specifications

General

Type	Delay Pedal
Presets	100 User Presets
Power Source	9V DC power supply (included)
Delay Types	Digital Delay, Tape Echo, Multi-Tap Delay
Inputs	2 x 1/4" (instrument/line), 1 x 1/4" (expression)
Outputs	2 x 1/4"
MIDI	In/Out/Thru
Controls	10 Knobs
Delay Time	Up to 3000 ms

Summary

Overview and Basics

Understanding The Basics

Explains fundamental concepts like effects, control knobs, and footswitch modes for successful operation.

The Delay Effects

Introduces the nine distinct delay types available on the TimeFactor.

Using the Footswitches

Details the operation of the footswitches in Play and Bank modes for controlling effects and presets.

Connections and Setups

Typical Setup Examples

Provides recommended connection diagrams for various guitar rig configurations.

Levels and Monitoring

Preset Output and Input Level Adjustment

Guides on setting and monitoring output levels for presets and input signal levels.

Bypass Configuration

Bypass Types and Selection

Mix Control and Killdry

Mix Control Functionality

Killdry Operation for Loops

Delay Effects Overview

Digital Delay

VintageDelay

TapeEcho

ModDelay

Ducked Delay

BandDelay

FilterPong

MultiTap

Reverse Effect

Looper Effect

Introduces the Looper function, providing mono recording and playback.

Control Knobs and Parameters

Primary Parameter Controls

Specific Effect Parameter Details

Digital, Vintage, and TapeEcho Parameters

Mod, Ducked, and BandDelay Parameters

FilterPong, MultiTap, and Reverse Parameters

Looper Operation Modes

Tempo and MIDI Sync

Tempo Mode and MIDI Clock Sync

Expression Pedal Configuration

Pedal Calibration and Programming

Footswitch Modes and Functions

Play Mode Footswitch Functions

Bank Mode Footswitch Functions

Preset Loading and Selection

Preset Management

Saving, Naming, and Organizing Presets

Data Backup and Restore

Dumping and Restoring Settings

Details procedures for backing up and restoring presets and system settings via MIDI SysEx.

Auxiliary Switches and MIDI Control

Auxiliary Switch Functions

Explains how to connect and program auxiliary switches for external control.

MIDI Connectivity Options

Covers MIDI In/Out/Thru support and USB MIDI capabilities for external control.

System Mode Navigation and Settings

System Mode Entry and Navigation

Bypass and Killdry Settings

Auxiliary Switch Programming

Explains how to assign parameters and functions to auxiliary switches.

External Control Source Setup

Detailed MIDI Functions

MIDI Channel and Control Settings

MIDI Program Change and Continuous Control

Explains MIDI program change maps and continuous control mapping.

MIDI Transmit Enable and SysEx Options

Details MIDI transmit enables, SysEx ID, dump selection, and clock settings.

Global and Utility Functions

Global Function Settings

Utility Function Settings

Details utility functions like knob modes, spillover, banks, and pedal lock.

Factory Settings and Software Updates

Restoring Factory Defaults

Guides on restoring factory system settings and presets.

Software Update Procedures

Details the process for updating the TimeFactor's software via USB.