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Line 6 POD HD PRO X User Manual

Line 6 POD HD PRO X
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An in-depth exploration of the features & functionality of POD HD Pro X
POD
®
HD PRO X
ADVANCED GUIDE
Rev A Electrophonic Limited Edition ©2013 Line 6, Inc.
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Line 6 POD HD PRO X Specifications

General IconGeneral
Modeling TechnologyHD Modeling
Computer ConnectivityUSB
Form FactorRackmount
Width19"
Depth9.5"
TypeGuitar Multi-Effects Processor
Number of Effects100+ effects
Amp ModelingYes
Inputs1 x 1/4" (guitar), 1 x XLR (mic), 1 x 1/4" (aux in)
Outputs2 x 1/4" (main), 2 x XLR (main), 1 x 1/4" (headphones)
MIDI I/OIn/Out
USBYes
Sampling Rate96 kHz
DisplayLCD
Expression Pedal Input1 x 1/4"
Dimensions19"
Power SupplyAC Adapter

Summary

Overview of POD HD Pro X Features

Home Views

Accesses the device's home screen views for navigation and preset selection.

Signal Flow View

Displays amp and FX blocks in the current preset's signal chain for editing.

Big User View

Displays the currently loaded preset number in a large, prominent format.

Performance View

Shows functions for connected Line 6 FBV controllers, varying by device settings.

Tuner Mode

Activates the guitar tuner; displays note name and tuning status.

Tap Tempo and Connections

Sets system tempo and refers to Pilot's Guide for I/O details.

POD HD Pro X Edit Software

Free software for patch editing, librarian functions, and device management.

System Setup Configuration

Accessing System Setup

How to enter the System Setup menu for device configuration options.

Page 1: Utilities Options

Configures footswitch mode, amp knob display, looper display, and view options.

Page 2: Utilities Options

Adjusts LCD contrast, tap tempo LED, AC frequency, and FBV express settings.

Page 3: Input Options

Selects audio input sources and adjusts guitar input impedance.

Page 4: Output Options

Configures output signal type for direct recording or amplifier connection.

Page 5: Digital Output Options

Sets digital output signal format, sample rate, and level for S/PDIF or AES/EBU.

Page 6: MIDI/Tempo Options

Configures system MIDI channel and tempo sync settings.

Page 7: Variax Options

Sets Variax control mode (Preset/Global) and tempo sync options.

Page 8: James Tyler Variax Tuning Options

Allows configuration and saving of alternate tunings for JTV guitars.

Page 9: L6 LINK Audio

Configures audio signal routing to Line 6 DT Series amplifiers via L6 LINK.

Page 10: L6 LINK Control

Dictates how DT Series amplifiers follow POD HD Pro X amp models and settings.

Features and Functionality Deep Dive

FX Blocks

Details the function and parameters of the 8 FX blocks available per preset.

FX Loop

Describes how to insert and configure the hardware FX Loop within the signal chain.

Amp Blocks & Mixer Block

Covers amp block positioning and mixer block's level/pan controls for parallel paths.

Moving FX Blocks

Explains how to reposition FX blocks within the signal chain for routing flexibility.

Model Types and Mono/Stereo Signal Routing

Details how mono and stereo FX models interact within the signal chain.

FX & Amp Block FBV Footswitch Assignment

How to assign FBV footswitches to remotely toggle Amp or FX Blocks On/Off.

Dynamic DSP

Manages DSP resources dynamically and how to handle DSP limit conditions.

Set Lists and Presets Management

Working with Set Lists

Explains how POD HD Pro X stores and accesses 64 presets within 8 set lists.

Accessing Set Lists

How to display the Set Lists screen by pressing the PRESETS knob.

Load and Rename Set Lists

Instructions for loading a set list and renaming it using the SAVE button.

Arranging and Loading Presets within Set Lists

How to view, load, and rearrange presets within a set list.

Working with Presets

Details how each preset stores comprehensive settings like FX, amps, and parameters.

Accessing Presets

Methods to increment through presets using the PRESETS knob or the Set List screen.

FBV™ Controller Footswitches for Set Lists

Using FBV footswitches to navigate banks and presets.

Saving Presets

How to save customized presets, rename them, or move them within set lists.

Save Preset Functions

Explains using knobs to select set list, destination, and rename the preset.

FX Edit Mode Operations

Accessing FX Edit Mode

How to enter the FX Edit Mode from the Signal Flow View for detailed parameter editing.

FX Model Type and Parameters

Selecting the FX model type and accessing basic parameters via multi-function knobs.

FX Model Selection and Parameter Editing

Choosing specific FX models and editing their parameters using multi-function knobs.

FX Loop Editing

Details editing parameters for the FX Loop, similar to FX models.

Amp, Cab & Mic Models Guide

Amp Model Positioning and Paths

Explains placing one or two amp models in pre, post, or parallel paths.

Amp Block Placement (Pre/Post Positions)

Discusses using a single amp block in pre or post positions within the signal chain.

Selecting Amp, Cab & Mic Models

How to select Amp, Cab, and Mic models using the Signal Flow View and knobs.

Amp and Preamp Models Overview

Introduces preamp versions of amps, useful for external amplification.

Amp Block States and Default Settings

Covers amp block states (On/Off/Disabled) and default model loading.

Mic Models

Lists available mic models for guitar and bass cabinets.

Amp & Cab Edit Display and Page 1

Navigating amp edit screens, including page 1 for model selection and parameters.

Amp Edit Pages 2 & 3 (Power Amp Characteristics)

Details settings for master volume, sag, bias, and hum/ripple for power amp emulation.

Amp Edit Page 4 (Microphone & Speaker Options)

Configuring microphone and speaker cabinet settings within amp edit.

Amp Edit Page 5 (Speaker Resonance)

Fine-tuning speaker resonance, thump, and decay for the cab tone.

Amp/Preamp Models List

A comprehensive table of available amp and preamp models and their inspirations.

Amp Control Labels

Explains custom knob labels for specific amp models like Super O and Divide 9/15.

Cab Models List

A table listing available cab models and their original speaker cabinet inspirations.

FX Models Guide

Dynamics Models

Details parameters for compressor and noise gate FX models.

Distortion Models

Lists parameters for various distortion FX models like Screamer and Overdrive.

Modulation Models

Overview of modulation FX parameters like speed, depth, and mix.

Filter Models

Details parameters for filter FX like Wah, Vocoder, and Envelope filters.

Pitch Models

Covers parameters for pitch-shifting FX like Bass Octaver and Smart Harmony.

Preamp & EQ Models

Explains parameters for EQ and vintage preamp FX models.

Delay Models

Lists parameters for delay FX like Ping Pong, Digital Delay, and Tape Echo.

Reverb Models

Details parameters for reverb FX like Plate, Room, and Spring reverbs.

Wah Models

Covers parameters for wah FX, focusing on position and mix controls.

Looper Mode Operations

Looper Controls & Performance View

Explains the looper screen and its functions accessible via FBV controllers.

Looper Functions: Undo, Play, Pre/Post

Details the Undo, Play Once, and Pre/Post position functions of the looper.

Recording and Overdubbing Loops

Instructions for recording new loops and layering overdubs.

Playback and Speed Control

How to play, stop, and change loop playback speed.

Reverse Function and Looper Settings

Controls for reverse playback and additional looper settings.

Looper Playback, Overdub Volume & EQ

Adjusts playback volume, overdub volume, and EQ for loops.

1/2 Speed Operation

Explains how 1/2 speed affects recording time and playback pitch.

USB Audio Capabilities

Line 6 USB Audio Driver Installation

Guide to installing the USB audio driver and Line 6 Monkey software.

Audio Routing and Record Send

How audio signals are routed via USB and the Record Send feature.

Line 6 Audio-MIDI Devices Panel

Utility for configuring audio driver settings on Mac and Windows.

Mac® Audio-MIDI Device Settings

Specific driver options and settings for Mac users.

Inputs & Recording Page Settings

Configures record sends and hardware monitor levels in audio settings.

Mac OS® X Audio MIDI Setup Utility (Input)

Details the input configuration screen of the Mac Audio MIDI Setup utility.

Mac OS® X Audio MIDI Setup Utility (Output & Format)

Explains output settings, default device options, and sample rate/bit depth.

Windows® Line 6 Audio-MIDI Devices (Driver Tab)

Configuration options for Windows users via the Audio MIDI Devices utility.

Appendix A: Line 6 Monkey Software

Launching and Logging into Line 6 Monkey

Steps to launch the Monkey software and create a user account.

Registering Hardware and Grabbing Updates

Process for registering your device and checking for available software updates.

Flash Memory Updates and Preset Management

Performing firmware updates and managing presets during updates.

Line 6 Variax Updates

Instructions for updating firmware for Line 6 Variax instruments.

Appendix B: FBV Foot Controllers Usage

FBV MkII and FBV Series Controllers Overview

Introduction to supported Line 6 FBV controllers for POD HD Pro X.

Getting Connected and FBV Setup Options

How to connect FBV devices and configure system setup options for them.

FBV Setup Options and Performance Views

Details footswitch modes, looper display options, and performance view screens.

FBV Controller Footswitch & Pedal Mapping

Explains the default mappings of FBV controllers to POD HD Pro X functions.

FBV Shortboard MkII Footswitch Mappings

Detailed mapping of footswitches for the FBV Shortboard MkII.

FBV Shortboard MkII Looper Mode Mappings

Specific footswitch mappings for the looper functions on the Shortboard MkII.

FBV Express MkII Footswitch & Pedal Mappings

Detailed mapping of footswitches for the FBV Express MkII.

FBV Longboard Footswitch & Pedal Mappings

Detailed mapping of footswitches for the FBV Longboard.

FBV Longboard Looper Mode Mappings

Specific footswitch mappings for looper functions on the Longboard.

FBV Shortboard Footswitch & Pedal Mappings

Detailed mapping of footswitches for the FBV Shortboard.

FBV Shortboard Looper Mode Footswitch Mappings

Specific footswitch mappings for looper functions on the Shortboard.

Pedal Controllers & Assignments

Explains pedal controllers, expression pedal assignments, and Variax knob assignments.

Controlling Amp & FX Parameters via Controllers

Steps for assigning expression pedals and Variax knobs to control amp/FX parameters.

Amp & FX Block Footswitch Assignment

How to assign FX or Amp blocks to specific footswitches for toggling On/Off.

Using the EXP Pedal Toe Switch

Manually assigning functions to the EXP pedal's toe switch.

Set List Selection via FBV

Accessing and loading set lists using FBV Shortboard or Longboard footswitches.

Tap Tempo and Tuner Mode via FBV

Using FBV footswitches to set tap tempo and enter tuner mode.

Appendix C: MIDI Control

MIDI Connections and Setup Options

Details MIDI input/output ports and setting the MIDI channel.

Controlling POD HD Pro X Functions via MIDI

Reference table for MIDI CC numbers to control functions like pedals and footswitches.

MIDI Control for Looper Functions and Additional Controls

MIDI CCs for looper functions and additional controls like tap tempo.

Bank & Program Change Messages

How POD HD Pro X responds to MIDI Bank and Program Change messages.

POD HD Pro X Controls Transmitting MIDI Bank/Program Changes

How hardware controls like PRESETS knob and FBV switches send MIDI messages.

Using POD HD Pro X/FBV as a MIDI Controller

Using the device and FBV to control external MIDI hardware or software.

The MIDI ASSIGN Screen

Configuring custom MIDI commands for FBV footswitches and pedals.

MIDI Message Types and Parameter Configuration

Selecting MIDI message types (CC, Program Change, Note On) and their values.

Looper Mode Footswitch MIDI Behaviors

Global MIDI CC assignments automatically transmitted during looper mode.

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