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Detailed functions of Footswitches 1 through FS, including loop control, preset recall, and menu navigation.
Explanation of the full-color LCD display and the multi-function rotary encoder for navigation and adjustment.
¼" mono jacks for connecting pedals to effect loops 1 through 5.
Instrument input, stereo output, power, and MIDI OUT jack functions.
Mono/Stereo switch, EXP Pedal, and FTSW OUT jack details.
How Switchboard manages signal routing and effect loop order.
Storing, organizing, and recalling presets within banks.
Using and managing favorite presets across multiple banks.
Recommendations for physical placement on a pedalboard.
Advice on signal path placement and loop usage strategies.
Using Loop 5 for stereo effects and patch cable recommendations.
Using footswitches and the encoder for menu interaction.
Overview of LOOP MODE and BANK MODE and switching between them.
How to access editing parameters, saving options, and global settings.
Activating, using, and exiting the built-in tuner.
Procedure for activating LOOP MODE.
Interpreting icons for loops, volume pedal, buffers, and FTSW.
Using footswitches 1-5 to turn effect loops ON or OFF.
Using Footswitch FS to control external gear via the FTSW OUT jack.
Controlling the internal volume pedal with an expression pedal or fixed level.
Procedure to enter the LOOP MODE EDITOR.
Reorganizing the sequence of effect loops and the volume pedal.
Adjusting the ON/OFF status and placement of individual loops.
Setting the volume pedal's location and ON/OFF status.
Toggling input (B1) and output (B2) buffers ON or OFF.
Selecting FTSW OUT jack conductor connections and behavior.
How to access the EDIT MENU from the LOOP MODE EDITOR.
Saving LOOP MODE parameters as a preset or favorite.
Creating and saving parameters as a favorite.
Saving parameters to a specific preset slot within a bank.
Procedure to activate BANK MODE.
Understanding the display and preset slot indicators.
Recalling presets using footswitches 1-4.
Navigating between banks using the encoder or footswitches.
Visual cues for the currently active bank and preset.
Visual cues for inactive banks and their preset slots.
Accessing the PRESET EDITOR from BANK MODE.
Using the PRESET EDITOR for live loop and FTSW toggling.
Renaming presets and understanding the change indicator for unsaved edits.
Modifying loop order, buffer status, loop on/off, and footswitch configurations.
Configuring footswitch behavior and accessing MIDI settings.
Configuring MIDI Program Change and Control Change messages for presets.
Assigning expression pedal to control MIDI CC parameters.
Customizing names for MIDI channels for identification.
Setting fixed volume pedal levels and accessing SAVE, COPY, FAVORITE, CLEAR options.
Steps to create new presets in BANK MODE via PRESET EDITOR.
Managing and editing favorites.
Methods for creating new favorites.
Transferring favorites into preset slots.
Unlinking a favorite by converting it to a standard preset.
Assigning custom names to banks.
Modifying individual presets or clearing all presets within a bank.
Reordering the sequence of banks on the device.
Calibrating expression pedals and assigning colors to loops.
Adjusting the LCD screen brightness for optimal visibility.
Selecting screen theme and adjusting LED brightness.
Configuring footswitch behavior and checking firmware version.
Updating device firmware and performing a factory reset.
Technical details including power, impedance, dimensions, and weight.
| Phantom Power | Yes |
|---|---|
| EQ | No |
| Type | Audio Interface |
| Sample Rate | 48 kHz |
| Inputs | 2 XLR/TRS combo |
| Outputs | 2 TRS |