Hermida Audio Technology Zendrive User Manual

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Modified 11/25/09
Introduction
This guide describes the following pedals in the Hermida Audio Technology line:
• Zendr i ve
• Zendr i ve 2
• Mosferatu
• Dist or t i on
• Nu-Val ve
• Dual Boost
• Rever b
Zendrive, Zendrive 2, Mosferatu, Distortion and Nu-Valve Pedals
The above pedals have the following common configuration
(Diagram A):
• Vol ( ume) , Gai n, Tone and Voi ce knobs
• In/ Out jacks
• 9V DC adapter jack
• St a t u s L ED
• Bypass footswitch (tr ue bypass)
• 9V battery clip (inside the unit, except on Zendrive 2 and
Nu-Val ve
Pedal Quick-Start Guide
Diagram A
: Zendrive, Zendrive
2, Mosferatu, Distortion and
Nu-Valve Pedals

Hermida Audio Technology Zendrive Specifications

General

Brand	Hermida Audio Technology
Model	Zendrive
Category	Music Pedal
Language	English

Summary

Introduction to Hermida Audio Pedals

Common Pedal Configuration Overview

Common Control Knobs

Details the Volume, Gain, Tone, and Voice control knobs common to several pedals.

Standard Pedal Connections

Describes the typical input/output jacks, DC adapter jack, and LED indicators.

Bypass and Battery Features

Explains the true bypass footswitch and 9V battery clip functionality.

Detailed Knob Functionality

Volume (Vol) Knob Function

Adjusts the overall volume of the unit; zero when fully counterclockwise.

Gain Knob Function

Controls the amount of gain, impacting distortion and sustain.

Voice Knob Dual Functionality

Tunes the pedal by limiting gain and adjusting bottom-end response.

Tone Knob Functionality

Performs a basic 'high cut' function, attenuating high frequencies.

Input and Output Jacks

Guide for connecting instruments and amplifiers using 1/4" plugs.

9V DC Adapter Jack Operation

Specifies requirements for the 9V DC adapter, including plug type.

Status LED and Bypass Footswitch

Explains the LED indicator for pedal status and the bypass footswitch.

9V Battery Clip Installation

Instructions for locating and correctly connecting the 9V battery clip.

Tube-Based Pedals: Zendrive 2 and Nu-Valve

Zendrive 2 Features and Tube Compatibility

Details the Zendrive 2, its pre-amp tube, and compatible tube types.

Nu-Valve Nuvistor Tube Pedal

Describes the Nu-Valve pedal, its Nuvistor tubes, and power requirements.

Dual Boost Pedal Guide

Dual Boost Pedal Configuration

Lists the knobs, jacks, LEDs, and footswitches for the Dual Boost.

Dual Boost Pedal Operation

Instructions on connecting and operating the Dual Boost pedal.

Reverb Pedal Guide

Reverb Pedal Configuration

Details the Mix knob, jacks, LED, and footswitch for the Reverb pedal.

Reverb Pedal Operation

Guidance on using the Reverb pedal, adjusting the Mix knob, and amp combinations.