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Line 6 HX EFFECTS User Manual

Line 6 HX EFFECTS
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40-00-0399 - A (For use with HX Eects Firmware 2.50) ©2018 Line 6, Inc.
2.50 OWNER’S MANUAL
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Line 6 HX EFFECTS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Effects100+ effects
Effects TypesDistortion, reverb, delay, modulation, pitch shift, filter, and more
Presets128 preset locations
Footswitches6 footswitches with LED rings
Inputs2 x 1/4" (L/Mono, R)
MIDIIn, Out/Thru
USBUSB 2.0 Type B
Expression Pedal Inputs2 x 1/4" TRS
Power Supply9V DC power supply (included)
Looper60 seconds mono, 30 seconds stereo
Bypass SwitchingTrue Bypass, DSP Bypass
DisplayLCD display
Outputs2 x 1/4" (L/Mono, R)

Summary

Welcome and Setup

Common Terminology

Defines key terms used in the manual for clarity and understanding of device features.

Updating HX Effects Firmware

Provides steps to update the device's firmware for new features and improvements.

Top Panel Overview

SAVE Button

Opens the Save menu for renaming and saving preset changes.

Menu Button

Accesses Signal Flow, Controller Assign, Command Center, and Global Settings menus.

Home Button

Returns the user to the main screen from any menu.

Big Knob

Changes selected block effects or selects presets. Opens model list when pressed.

Knobs 1-3

Adjust parameters for the selected LCD item; press to reset values.

ACTION Button

Opens the action panel for selected block or menu for copy/paste/clear operations.

Navigation Arrows

Navigate through parameters or folders within menus.

Scribble Strips

Displays assigned effect names or custom labels for footswitches.

Footswitches 1-6

Touch-sensitive switches for selecting effects, parameters, or executing commands.

MODE/EDIT/EXIT Switch

Toggles between Stomp and Preset modes, or enters Pedal Edit mode.

TAP/TUNER Switch

Sets tempo for tempo-based effects or activates the Tuner.

Rear Panel Connections

PEDAL/EXT AMP 1-2 Jacks

Connect expression pedals or control external amp channels/reverb.

SENDS/RETURNS 1-2 Jacks

Used for FX loops to insert external stompboxes or for 4-Cable Method.

INPUT L/MONO, RIGHT Jacks

Connects guitar, bass, mono pedals, keyboards, or synths.

OUTPUT L/MONO, RIGHT Jacks

Connects to guitar amps or other pedals using 1/4" TS cables.

MIDI IN, OUT/THRU Ports

Connects MIDI gear for sending/receiving messages.

USB Port

Connects to computer for preset management, firmware updates, and MIDI communication.

DC IN Power Input

Power input for the device.

POWER Switch

Turns the device on or off.

Quick Start Guide

Connecting Guitar: Traditional Pedalboard Setup

Connects the HX Effects unit directly into an amplifier's input.

Connecting Guitar: Amp's Effects Loop Setup

Inserts the HX Effects unit into an amplifier's effects loop for time-based effects.

Advanced Connections

4-Cable Method

Connects effects before the preamp and in the effects loop for flexible signal routing.

Expression Pedals & Amp Control

Connects expression pedals or controls amp channel/reverb via PEDAL jacks.

Stomp Mode Operations

Bypassing Individual Effects

Turns an effect on or off by pressing its assigned footswitch.

Bypassing All Effects

Simultaneously bypasses all effects in the signal chain using a key combination.

Effect Management

Choosing and Changing Effects

Selects or changes an effect model assigned to a footswitch.

Editing Effect Parameters

Adjusts parameters of a selected effect block using knobs and navigation.

Hands-Free Editing (Pedal Edit)

Footswitch Customization

Swapping Footswitch Assignments

Changes the assignment of effects or functions between two footswitches.

Copying and Pasting Effects

Copies an effect block from one location and pastes it to another.

Clearing Effects

Removes an effect block from the signal chain.

Customizing Footswitch Labels and LEDs

Customizes footswitch labels and LED colors for better visual feedback.

Preset Navigation and Saving

Preset Mode

Navigates and loads saved collections of effects, snapshots, and assignments.

Saving and Naming Presets

Saves current settings and customizes the name for a preset.

Tempo and Tuning

TAP Tempo Control

Sets the tempo for delay and modulation effects via tapping or MIDI clock.

Instrument Tuner

Provides a built-in chromatic tuner for accurate instrument tuning.

Effects: Distortion and Dynamics Models

Distortion Models

Lists available distortion effects and their origins.

Dynamics Models

Lists available dynamics effects like compressors and gates.

Effects: EQ and Modulation Models

EQ Models

Lists available equalization effects.

Modulation Models

Lists available modulation effects like chorus, flanger, and phaser.

Effects: Delay and Reverb Models

Delay Models

Lists available delay effects and their characteristics.

Reverb Models

Lists available reverb effects and their characteristics.

Effects: Filter, Pitch/Synth, and Wah Models

Filter Models

Lists available filter effects like wah and ring modulation.

Pitch/Synth Models

Lists available pitch shifting and synthesizer effects.

Wah Models

Lists available wah pedal emulations.

Effect Model Parameters

Volume/Pan Models

Lists volume and panning effects.

Common FX Settings

Explains common parameters across various effect types.

Impulse Response (IR) Management

Loading and Using Custom IRs

Explains loading and using custom IRs for speaker cabinet emulation.

Impulse Response Settings

Configures settings for loaded Impulse Responses.

Send/Return Jack Usage

Details usage of Send/Return jacks for FX loops and external gear.

FX Loop and Looper Controls

Send/Return Settings

Adjusts levels for external send and return connections.

FX Loop Settings

Configures parameters for external FX loops.

Looper Operation

Adds and controls a mono or stereo looper block within a preset.

Looper Settings and Controls

Looper Settings Configuration

Configures playback level, overdub level, and EQ for the looper.

U.S. Registered Trademarks

Snapshots for Tone Variation

Using Snapshots

Explains how to select and utilize snapshots within a preset.

Snapshot Management

Copying and Pasting Snapshots

Copies snapshot settings from one location to another.

Swapping Snapshot Positions

Exchanges the positions of two snapshots.

Renaming Snapshots

Assigns custom names to snapshots for easier identification.

Snapshot Saving and Behavior

Saving Snapshot Configurations

Saves current snapshot configurations with the preset.

Determining Snapshot Edit Behavior

Configures how snapshot edits are recalled or discarded.

Creative Snapshot Usage Tips

Provides creative ideas and best practices for using snapshots.

Signal Flow View

Moving Blocks in Signal Flow

Rearranges the order of effect blocks within the signal path.

Editing Blocks in Signal Flow

Adjusts parameters of effect blocks directly within the signal flow.

Assigning Footswitches in Signal Flow

Assigns footswitches to control specific effect blocks or parameters.

Signal Flow Operations

Bypassing Blocks in Signal Flow

Turns effect blocks on or off within the signal flow view.

Parallel Path Routing

Setting Path B Output Destination

Routes the parallel Path B to different outputs like Send 1/2.

Split Block Configuration

Configuring Split Block Options

Customizes split block settings for signal division into Paths A and B.

Dynamic DSP Management

Explains how the device manages processing power for effects.

Tips to Optimize DSP Usage

Offers advice for efficient use of processing power.

Block Order and Stereo Imaging

Controller Assignment

Assigning a Controller to a Parameter

Details the process of mapping controllers to effect parameters.

Managing Controller Assignments

Clearing Block Controller Assignments

Removes controller assignments from a specific effect block.

Clearing All Controller Assignments

Removes all controller assignments from the current preset.

Creative Controller Assignment Tips

Provides creative ideas for controller assignments.

Command Center Setup

Assigning Commands (MIDI, Footswitch, Pedal)

Sets up commands for MIDI CC, Bank/Prog, MMC, or Ext Amp control.

Command Center Command Types

Bank/PC (Program Change) Configuration

Manages MIDI Program Change messages for preset recall.

External Amp (Ext Amp) Control

Configures external amp control via PEDAL jacks.

MIDI Note On/Off Configuration

Configures MIDI note messages for control.

MMC (MIDI Machine Control) Setup

Manages MIDI Machine Control messages.

Command Center Copying and Clearing

Copying and Pasting Commands

Copies individual Command Center assignments to other presets.

Copying and Pasting All Commands

Copies all Command Center assignments to another preset.

Clearing Individual Commands

Removes individual Command Center assignments.

Clearing All Commands

Removes all Command Center assignments from the preset.

Global Settings Overview

Setting Input and Output Levels

Configures input/output levels to match instruments and amps for optimal tone.

Resetting All Global Settings to Default

Restores all global settings to their factory default values.

Global Settings: Ins/Outs and Preferences

Ins/Outs Configuration

Configures input, output, and send/return levels for various connections.

Preferences Configuration

Sets preferences like bypass type, snapshot edit behavior, and pedal jack functions.

Global Settings: Switches and Pedals

Switches Configuration

Configures footswitch behavior in Stomp, Preset, and Snapshot modes.

Pedals Configuration

Configures expression pedal polarity, position recall, and EXT AMP control.

Global Settings: MIDI/Tempo and Displays

MIDI/Tempo Configuration

Configures MIDI communication and tempo synchronization.

Display Settings

Adjusts LED ring brightness and Tap LED behavior.

MIDI Communication

Preset Recall via MIDI

Recalls presets using MIDI Program Change messages.

MIDI Control of Snapshots, Bypass, and Parameters

Snapshot Recall via MIDI

Recalls snapshots using MIDI CC messages.

Block Bypass via MIDI

Controls effect block bypass status using MIDI CC messages.

Parameter Control via MIDI

Controls effect parameters remotely using MIDI CC messages.

MIDI CC Function List

Lists MIDI CC messages for controlling specific functions.

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