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Line 6 Helix User Manual

Line 6 Helix
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90-20-0358 - B (For use with Helix Firmware 1.00) ©2015 Line 6, Inc.
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Line 6 Helix Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeMulti-Effects Processor
Inputs1 x XLR (mic)
Outputs1 x 1/4" (headphones)
Display6.2" LCD
Footswitches12
ConnectivityMIDI In/Out, USB, S/PDIF
Power SupplyInternal power supply (100-240V)
Amp ModelingYes
SoftwareHelix Edit
Expression PedalBuilt-in
USBYes
Presets1024
LooperYes (up to 60 seconds)

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Welcome to Helix

What's In the Box?

Lists the items included in the Helix package.

Common Terminology

Defines key terms used throughout the manual for clarity.

Top Panel

Back Panel

Home Screen

Quick Start

Setting Proper Output Levels

Guides users on configuring audio output levels for playback systems.

Selecting Presets and Setlists

Explains how to navigate and select presets and organized setlists.

Preset Footswitch Mode

Details how to use footswitches for preset navigation.

Stomp Footswitch Mode

Looper Footswitch Mode

Describes the specialized mode for controlling the Looper block via footswitches.

Pedal Edit Mode

Selecting Blocks/Adjusting Parameters

How to select and adjust parameters of blocks using Pedal Edit mode.

Bypassing a Block

Explains how to turn individual blocks on or off.

Choosing a Block's Model

Guides on selecting and changing the specific model within a block.

Choosing an Input

How to select the input source for the signal path.

Choosing an Output

How to select the output destinations for the signal path.

Moving Blocks

How to reposition blocks within the signal path.

Copying and Pasting a Block

Method for duplicating blocks within or between presets.

Clearing Blocks

How to remove single blocks or reset all processing blocks.

Saving/Naming a Preset

Instructions for saving and naming custom presets.

Serial vs. Parallel Routing

Explains different signal path configurations for tone shaping.

Path Management

How to remove parallel paths and move split/merge blocks.

Advanced Routing Configurations

Describes True Parallel and Super Serial routing setups.

Dynamic DSP

Explains how the device manages processing power for models.

Tips to Optimize DSP

Advice on managing processing resources for better tone.

Block Order and Stereo Imaging

Guidance on arranging blocks and achieving stereo width.

What is Variax?

Overview of Line 6 Variax guitars and their integration.

The Blocks

Input Block Configuration

Configuration options for audio input sources.

Output Block Configuration

Configuration options for audio output destinations.

L6 LINK Output

Details on using the digital L6 LINK connection.

Effects

Effect Model Categories

Lists available EQ, Distortion, and Dynamics effect models.

Modulation, Delay, and Filter Effects

Lists available Modulation, Delay, Filter, Wah, and Volume/Pan effects.

Common FX Settings

Describes common parameters applicable to many effects blocks.

Amp and Cab Blocks

Amp Models and Settings

Lists available Amp models and their parameters.

Cab Models

Lists available Cab models and their characteristics.

Impulse Response (IR)

Loading Custom IRs

Instructions for importing user-created impulse responses.

IR Cab Settings

Parameters for configuring microphone and cab settings for IRs.

Send/Return and FX Loops

Impulse Response Settings

Parameters for configuring Impulse Response blocks.

Send and Return Settings

Adjusts signal levels sent to and received from external devices.

FX Loop Configuration

Parameters for using external stompboxes or rack effects.

Looper Block

Looper Settings

Parameters for configuring the Looper block.

Split and Merge Blocks

Explains different ways to split and merge signal paths.

Tuner Functionality

Tuner Settings

Configuration options for the built-in chromatic tuner.

Footswitch Assignment

Quick Footswitch Assignment

Quickly assigns blocks to footswitches.

Manual Footswitch Assignment

Manually assigns blocks to footswitches with detailed options.

Footswitch Customization

How to add custom labels and change LED colors for footswitches.

Controller Assignment

Quick Controller Assignment

Quickly assigns controllers to parameters.

Manual Controller Assignment

Manually assigns controllers to parameters with detailed options.

Controller Assignment Management

Tips, clearing block, and clearing all controller assignments.

Command Center

Assigning Commands

How to send MIDI, CV, or external amp control messages.

Command Types

Details on MIDI CC, CV, Bank/Prog, Note On, MMC, Ext Amp commands.

Command Management

How to copy, paste, and clear commands.

Command Footswitch Customization

How to add custom labels and change LED colors for command footswitches.

Global EQ

Resetting Global EQ

Restores Global EQ settings to factory default.

Global Settings

Resetting All Global Settings

Restores all Global Settings to factory default.

Ins/Outs Configuration

Configures input and output routing and levels.

MIDI and Tempo Settings

Configures MIDI and tempo settings.

Footswitch Mode Settings

Customizes footswitch behavior and modes.

Display and Info Settings

Adjusts display settings like LED brightness and shows firmware info.

USB Audio Interface

Hardware vs. DAW Software Monitoring

Explains how to manage audio monitoring sources.

DI Recording and Re-amplification

Techniques for recording dry DI signals and re-amping.

ASIO Driver Settings (Windows)

Configures ASIO driver settings for low-latency Windows audio.

MIDI Communication

MIDI Bank/Program Changes

How to use MIDI Bank and Program Changes for recall.

MIDI CC Messages

Details on using MIDI Continuous Controller messages.

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