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Suhr Discovery User Manual

Suhr Discovery
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User Guide

Table of Contents

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Suhr Discovery Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeDelay Pedal
TechnologyAnalog
Expression Pedal InputYes
Power9V DC
Current Draw300mA
BypassTrue Bypass
Input Impedance1MΩ
Weight1.5 lbs
ControlsTime, Mix, Feedback, Tone, Level
Inputs1 x 1/4"
Outputs1 x 1/4"

Summary

Overview

Product Introduction

Introduces the Suhr Discovery Analog Delay pedal, highlighting its features and design philosophy.

Terminology Explained

Signal Definitions

Defines key audio signal terms: Signal, Dry, Wet, and Repeats.

Timing and Modulation Terms

Explains Beats Per Minute (BPM), Modulation, and MIDI terminology.

Overview Diagram and Controls

Display and Button Functions

Details the 7 Segment Display, Preset/Select buttons, and Up/Down buttons.

Primary Control Knobs

Explains the functions of the Mix, Lo Cut, and Hi Cut knobs.

Secondary Controls and Indicators

Describes Bypass LED, switches, Time Division LEDs, Division Button, and Regen Knob.

Advanced Delay Parameters

Details Time, Modulation Depth/Speed, Waveform selection, and Tempo LED/Switch.

Inputs & Outputs Guide

Power and External Switch Connections

Details the 18VDC Power Input and External Switch (TRS 1/8").

Tempo and Pedal Connections

Explains the TAP External Switch (TS 1/4").

Audio and MIDI Connectivity

Covers Output, Expression Pedal, Input, MIDI In, and MIDI Out/Thru jacks.

Detailed Controls

Bypass and Tap Tempo Foot Switches

Details the functions of the Bypass and Tap Tempo foot switches.

Core Delay Knobs: Mix and Time

Adjusting the primary delay parameters: Mix and Time (ms/BPM).

Tone Shaping Knobs: Regen, Hi Cut, Lo Cut

Controlling feedback, high frequencies, and low frequencies for tone shaping.

Modulation and Division Controls

Adjusting modulation depth/speed and selecting delay time divisions.

Preset Navigation and Arrow Buttons

Selecting, editing, and saving presets using dedicated buttons and navigation.

Arrow Button Functionality Tip

Tip for efficient adjustment of settings using the Up & Down arrow buttons.

Preset Management

Selecting and Editing Presets

How to select, edit, and save custom delay presets on the pedal.

Expression Pedal Mapping

Procedure for mapping an expression pedal to control delay parameters.

Preset Management: Notes and Erasing

Important notes on preset editing and how to erase unwanted presets.

Factory Reset and Live Preset Mode

Restoring factory defaults and operating the pedal in Live Preset Mode.

MIDI Integration

Changing MIDI Channel

Procedure to set the Discovery Delay's MIDI channel for communication.

Preset Control via Program Changes

Using MIDI Program Changes (PC#s) to change presets on the Discovery Delay.

Controlling Knobs with MIDI CC

Using MIDI Control Changes (CC#s) to control individual knobs and parameters.

Setting MIDI Out/Thru Modes

Configuring the MIDI OUT/THRU jack for different data transmission modes.

MIDI Output Modes Explained

Detailed explanations of the OUT2, OUT3, and OUT4 MIDI output modes.

Accepting/Denying MIDI CC Data

Configuring the pedal to accept or reject incoming MIDI Control Change data.

MIDI Data Transmission and Sync

Sending patch/controller data, MIDI time sync, and Sysex operations.

MIDI Program Change Table

Reference table for MIDI Program Changes (PC#s) and their corresponding presets.

MIDI Control Change Table

Reference table for MIDI Control Changes (CC#s) and their functions.

Global Settings Configuration

Entering Global Settings

Procedure to enter and navigate the pedal's global settings menu.

Global Settings: Bypass and MIDI Channel

Configure bypass mode and set the MIDI communication channel.

Global Settings: Sync, CC Accept, Thru/Out

Adjust MIDI sync, CC acceptance, and MIDI Thru/Out port configurations.

Global Settings: Switch, Dry, Sysex

Configure external switch, dry signal, and Sysex data transfer operations.

Example Settings

Usage Cases

Amp Front Connection

Guide for connecting the Discovery Analog Delay to the front of an amplifier.

Effects Loop Connection

Guide for connecting the Discovery Analog Delay to an amplifier's effects loop.

External MIDI Switching

Instructions for controlling the pedal via an external MIDI switching device.

Technical Specifications

Warranty Information

FCC Compliance

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