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General| Type | Multi-Effects Processor |
|---|---|
| Power Source | AC adapter (included) |
| Computer Connectivity | USB |
| Presets | 512 (256 User, 256 Factory) |
| Effects | Over 100 effects |
| Looper | Yes, 48 seconds |
| Inputs | 1 x 1/4" Guitar Input, 1 x XLR Mic Input, 1 x 1/4" Aux Input |
| Outputs | 1 x 1/4" Headphone Output, 1 x XLR Main Output |
| MIDI | In/Out |
| Display | LCD |
| Expression Pedal | Yes, built-in |
| Weight | 5.4 kg |
| Footswitches | 12 Footswitches |
Screens for starting and navigating through the 3 available Home Views.
Displays Amp & FX Blocks and their order for the current Preset in the Signal Flow View.
Accesses Tuner mode by holding the TAP button, with adjustable multi-function knob options.
Sets the 'System Tempo' via TAP button and details rear panel connections.
Downloadable patch editor for managing Tone Presets and device updates.
Accesses system setup options by pressing and holding the VIEW button.
Configures footswitch mode, amp knob display, looper FS display, and trails options.
Adjusts LCD contrast, Tap Tempo LED, and AC frequency for authenticity.
Configures device inputs 1 and 2, including Variax and source routing behaviors.
Configures analog output signal type for direct recording or connecting to an external amplifier.
Configures S/PDIF output signal for connecting to digital devices, including sample rate.
Configures MIDI channel, MIDI out/thru, tempo sync, and tempo values.
Controls Variax guitar settings and parameter saving per Preset when connected.
Configures audio signal to Line 6 DT50 amplifiers via L6 Link connection.
Dictates how connected DT50 amplifiers follow POD HD500 Amp Models and settings.
Details the 8 FX Blocks per Preset, their model selection, parameters, and the FX Loop functionality.
Describes Amp Blocks, Mixer, and how mono/stereo models affect signal routing.
Assigns expression pedals and configures footswitches for FX/Amp blocks.
Explains the Dynamic DSP system and how to manage DSP resources when limits are reached.
Explains how POD HD500 stores 64 Presets across 8 Set Lists for managing tones.
Details accessing, loading, moving, and renaming Presets within Set Lists.
Saves current Preset customizations, renaming, or moves, indicated by an asterisk.
Accesses FX Edit Mode by first displaying the Signal Flow View screen.
Details how the FX Loop can be inserted into any FX Block and edited.
Explains positioning of one or two Amp/Preamp models in signal flow, including Paths A & B and Pre/Post options.
Describes Amp Block states and covers selecting/editing Amp, Cab, Mic models, parameters, and controls.
Lists available Cab Models and the classic speaker cabinets they are based on.
Details Dynamics and Distortion FX Models, including parameters and common controls.
Covers Modulation and Filter FX Models, listing parameters and common settings like Speed, Depth, and Mix.
Details Pitch, EQ, Delay, Reverb, and Volume/Pan/Wah FX Models, including their parameters and specific functions.
Explains footswitch controls and Performance View for Looper functions.
Covers Looper settings like playback volume, overdub level, EQ, and 1/2 Speed operation.
Recommends downloading and installing the Line 6 USB audio driver via Edit software.
Details configuring audio driver settings and sample rates via Mac OS X and Windows utilities.
Instructions for launching, logging in, and registering hardware with Line 6 Monkey for updates.
Guides users on how to grab and install available software and firmware updates via Line 6 Monkey.
Explains MIDI DIN port connections and MIDI Channel setup for Bank/Program Change messages.
Details how POD HD500 responds to and transmits MIDI Bank and Program Change messages.
Configures custom MIDI control assignments for footswitches and pedal controls via the MIDI ASSIGN screen.
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