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TC Electronic D-TWO User Manual

TC Electronic D-TWO
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D•TWO
MULTITAP RHYTHM DELAY
UUSSEERRSS MMAANNUUAALL
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TC Electronic D-TWO Specifications

General IconGeneral
Delay TimeUp to 10 seconds
Dynamic DelayYes
Tap TempoYes
MIDIIn/Out/Thru
Form FactorRackmount
Rack Spaces1U
Sample Rate44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
Bit Depth24-bit
TypeMulti-tap Rhythm Delay Processor
Analog Inputs2 x 1/4"
Analog Outputs2 x 1/4"
Digital InputsS/PDIF
Digital OutputsS/PDIF
InputsAnalog, Digital
OutputsAnalog, Digital
Dimensions19" x 1.75"
Weight1.9 kg

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Comprehensive safety advice for operation, installation, and maintenance, including user responsibilities.

Electrical Safety Warnings

Critical warnings about electrical hazards, fire prevention, and correct voltage usage for safe operation.

Cautions and Servicing Recommendations

Notes on modifications, user-serviceable parts, and when to seek qualified service personnel.

EMC and Compliance Information

EMC/EMI Regulations

Details on the equipment's compliance with FCC and Canadian ICES-003 standards for electromagnetic interference.

Declaration of Conformity

TC Electronic's declaration that the D-TWO complies with relevant EU safety and performance standards.

Introduction to D-TWO

Product Overview

Welcome and general description of the D-TWO as a high-quality, easy-to-use digital multi-tap rhythm delay unit.

Key Features

Highlights the unit's traditional and new functions, including the "Dynamic Delay" feature.

Front Panel Overview

Control Descriptions

Explanation of front panel controls like Power, Input Level, Mix, Input meters, and Overload indicators.

Display Indicators Explained

Detailed explanation of various display indicators and LEDs on the D-TWO front panel.

Front Panel Controls and Functions

Key Buttons and Wheels

Details the functions of dedicated keys like Delay/Tap, Feedback/Rhythm, and the control wheel.

Effect and Function Keys

Explains the purpose of effect selection keys and function keys for editing, recalling, and bypassing presets.

Rear Panel Connections

Audio and Digital I/O

Details the rear panel's analog and digital input/output connectors, MIDI, and pedal inputs.

Connector Pinouts

Provides pinout diagrams for MIDI cables and balanced/unbalanced XLR connections.

Signal Flow Diagram

Analog and Digital Signal Path

Visual representation of the audio signal's journey through analog and digital processing stages.

Typical Setups and Mode Selection

Connection Guide

Instructions on connecting the D-TWO using balanced 1/4" jack cables.

Delay Mode Selection

Explains the three primary delay modes: Traditional, Straight, and Rhythm.

Mono/Stereo Configuration

Illustrates typical stereo and mono connection setups for the D-TWO with a mixer.

D-TWO Display Explained

Display Elements Overview

Detailed breakdown of all indicators and readouts on the D-TWO's multi-spectral LCD display.

Parameter Descriptions

Explanation of what each display element signifies, including delay timing, tempo, and preset information.

D-TWO Display Indicators

Clock and Time Indicators

Explains indicators related to clock source, sample rate, and delay time units (milliseconds or BPM).

Feedback and Effect Indicators

Details indicators for feedback levels, filter settings, and panning effects like PingPong.

Setup Menu Configuration

Basic Setup Operations

Guide to navigating and modifying general setup parameters using the panel controls.

Input and Clock Settings

Configuration options for input type, stereo/mono selection, and clock source synchronization.

Output and Digital Settings

Settings for analog output levels, digital input gain, and dithering for audio quality.

Advanced Setup Options

Status and Delay Settings

Options for setting status bits, delay units (ms/BPM), delay mode (Stereo/Mono), and reverse offset.

MIDI and Pedal Configuration

Configuration for MIDI synchronization, channels, control changes, bypass modes, and pedal assignment.

Preset Management: Recall, Edit, Store

Recalling Presets

Instructions on how to navigate and select presets for recall or previewing.

Editing Presets

How to access and modify delay-specific and additional effect parameters for sound customization.

Storing Presets

Steps for saving edited presets, including options for naming and location.

Delay Modes Overview

Traditional Delay Mode

Explains the standard delay operation, its feedback loop, and methods to engage this mode.

Straight Delay Mode

Details the Straight Delay mode, its multi-tap strategy, and parameter controls.

Rhythm Mode

Introduces the Rhythm mode for tapping and controlling custom rhythms.

Straight Delay Mode Details

Straight Mode Operation

Further explanation of the Straight Delay mode's feedback strategy and multi-tap approach.

Straight Mode Parameters

Parameters for controlling delay time and feedback level in Straight Delay mode.

Additional Effects for Straight Mode

Lists additional effects that can be applied to the Straight Delay mode, with references to further details.

Straight Delay Mode Parameters

Feedback and Shuffle Controls

Details controls for the number of repeats and adding shuffle feel in Straight Delay.

Quantize, Track Tap, and Decay

Explains quantization, tempo tracking, rhythm decay, and subdivision settings for Straight Delay.

Rhythm Mode Operations

Rhythm Mode Setup

How to enter and operate the Rhythm mode by tapping rhythms into the unit.

Rhythm Mode Parameters

Parameters for setting tempo, decay, and number of taps in Rhythm mode.

Rhythm Quantization and Sync

Explains shuffle, quantization, and tempo tracking features within Rhythm mode.

Rhythm Mode Decay and Editing

Rhythm Decay Styles

Explains different decay styles (Normal, Step) for rhythm patterns and their effect on repeats.

Rhythm Tap Edit

Detailed guide on editing individual taps within a rhythm pattern, including level and timing adjustments.

Reverse Delay Styles and Shortcuts

Reverse Delay Styles

Further explanation of reverse delay styles and their trigger mechanisms.

Quick Access Shortcuts

Lists useful shortcuts for navigating menus, editing parameters, and switching modes quickly.

Additional Algorithms

Spatial and Filter Effects

Details the Spatial effect for widening stereo image and Filter effect for tone shaping.

Chorus Effect Parameters

Explains the parameters for the Chorus effect, including speed, depth, feedback, and timing.

Chorus Effect Enhancements

Chorus Advanced Settings

Advanced settings for the Chorus effect, including Golden Ratio, phase reversal, and LFO shaping.

MIDI Implementation Chart

MIDI Functionality

Details how the D-TWO responds to various MIDI messages and functions.

MIDI Control Change List

Parameter Control Mapping

A comprehensive list mapping D-TWO parameters to specific MIDI CC numbers for external control.

Rhythm Mode MIDI Control

Specific MIDI CC assignments for controlling rhythm tap time and level.

Technical Specifications

Digital and Analog I/O Specs

Detailed specifications for digital and analog input/output formats, levels, and frequency response.

Compliance and Environmental Data

Technical details on EMC compliance, safety certifications, environmental conditions, and physical characteristics.

Factory Preset List

Preset Names and Locations

A list of all 50 factory presets with their names and corresponding location numbers.

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