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TC Electronic TC 2290 User Manual

TC Electronic TC 2290
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TC
2290
DYNAMIC
DIGITAL
DELAY
+
EFFECTS
CONTROL
PROCESSOR
OWNERS
MANUAL
Authors:
Jesper
Ranum
&
Kim
Rishøj
Copyright
1986
OF
DENMARK
t.c.
electronic
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TC Electronic TC 2290 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeDigital
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz
InputsXLR, 1/4" TRS
Outputs2 x XLR, 2 x 1/4" TS, 2 x 1/4" TRS
MIDIIn, Out, Thru
ControlFront panel, MIDI

Summary

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 How to Use this Manual

Guide on navigating the manual and understanding its structure.

1.2 Keynames and References

Explains notation conventions and cross-referencing within the manual.

2.0 FEATURES

2.1 TC 2290 Dynamic Digital Delay

Overview of the TC 2290's sound quality and design philosophy.

2.2 More On TC 2290 Sound Quality

Further details on the audio performance and technical aspects.

3.0 A QUICK STEP-BY-STEP TUTORIAL

3.1 Quick Installation with a Musical Instrument

Initial setup guide for connecting and basic operation.

3.4 Recalling a Preset

Step-by-step guide to loading stored sound configurations.

3.5 Modifying a Preset

How to adjust parameters and save custom sound settings.

3.5.1 Setting Delay Time

Detailed procedure for adjusting delay time parameters.

3.5.2 Setting Feedback Level

Guide on controlling echo repeats and feedback intensity.

3.5.3 Storing Your Own Presets

Method for saving custom-made sound configurations.

3.6 Three Kinds of Modulation Effects

Overview of modulation types: delaytime, dynamic, and panposition.

3.7 Dynamic Effects

Explores dynamic modulation for effects like tremolo, ducking, and gating.

3.8 Chorus/Flanger/ADT Effects

Creating chorus, flanger, and ADT sounds using delaytime modulation.

3.9 Making Panning Effects

Techniques for stereo panning and automatic panning modulation.

3.10 Tailoring TC 2290 to your own requirements.

Customizing bypass methods and special functions.

4.0 INSTALLATION

4.1 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

Essential safety and setup guidelines before operating the unit.

4.3 The Jacks and XLR Input/Output Connections

Explains various input and output connection types and their uses.

4.5 Connecting the TC 2290 to MIDI

How to integrate the TC 2290 with MIDI devices for control.

4.6 Connecting External Effects

Setup for integrating external effects units with the TC 2290.

5.0 THE FRONT PANEL

5.1 THE INPUT SECTION

Controls for input gain and bypass functionality.

5.2 THE FEEDBACK SECTION

Controls for feedback level and EQ filters for echo repeats.

5.3 THE OUTPUT SECTION

Adjusting delay, direct, and total output volumes, plus panning.

5.4 THE MODULATION SECTION

Setting parameters for delaytime, pan, and dynamic modulations.

5.5 THE PAN SECTION

Controls for applying pan modulation to signals.

5.7 DELAY SECTION

Controls for setting and modulating delay time.

5.9 THE PRESET SECTION

Operations for recalling, storing, and managing presets.

5.10 THE ASSIGN SECTION

Programming custom key functions and sequences.

5.11 THE MIDI SECTION

Connecting and controlling the TC 2290 via MIDI.

5.13 THE SPECIAL SECTION

Accessing and modifying advanced parameters and system settings.

6.0 THE REAR PANEL

6.1 THE MAINS SECTION

Details on voltage selection, fuses, and power connection.

6.2 JACK IN- AND OUTPUTS SECTION

Explanation of the 1/4" jack connectors for input and output.

6.3 XLR IN- AND OUTPUTS SECTION

Explanation of balanced XLR connectors for professional use.

6.4 REMOTE CONTROL CONNECTIONS SECTION

Connectors for external remote controllers and footswitches.

7.0 Commands List

7.1 Input Section:

Command shortcuts for input gain and bypass methods.

7.2 Feedback Section

Command shortcuts for feedback, high-cut, and low-cut filters.

7.3 Output Section

Command shortcuts for output volumes and panning.

7.4 Modulation Section

Commands for controlling modulation parameters and waveforms.

7.5 Panning Section

Commands for controlling panning effects and modulation.

7.7 Delay Section

Commands for setting delay time and modulation.

7.9 Preset Section

Commands for recalling, storing, and protecting presets.

8.0 Practical Performance Hints

Organize Your Presets

Strategies for managing and organizing user-created presets.

8.1 MIDI with the TC 2290

How to use MIDI for controlling presets and parameters.

8.2 SAMPLING WITH TC 2290

Features and operation of the sampling functions.

9.1 FACTORY PRESETS

9.2 MODULATION FORMS CHARTS

Charts detailing delaytime, pan, and dynamic modulation types.

9.3 TC 2290 BLOCK SCHEMATICS

Diagrams illustrating signal and control paths within the TC 2290.

9.5 ASSIGN KEYCODE LIST

Reference for keycodes used in programming assignable keys.

9.6 TC 2290 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DELAY PATH

Technical specifications for the delay signal processing path.

INPUT/OUTPUT JACK CONNECTIONS

Specifications for 1/4" jack connectors.

INPUT/OUTPUT XLR CONNECTIONS

Specifications for balanced XLR connectors.

10.0 Troubleshooting

No Light in the Front Panel Displays

Steps to diagnose issues with the front panel display not lighting up.

No Sound through the TC 2290:

Troubleshooting steps for no audio output from the device.

Direct Sound, but no Echo from the TC 2290

Diagnosing issues when only the direct signal is present.

Several Presets Cause Malfunction

Addressing issues caused by multiple or corrupted presets.

11.0 Application notes list

12.0 Glossary

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