TC-Helicon MIC MECHANIC 2 User Manual

15 MIC MECHANIC 2 User Manual
2. Operation
Connection
• • Connect a microphone to the MIC jack
• • Connect the OUT jack to a mixer, interface or active speaker
• • Connect the power cable (optional)
• • Connect a micro USB cable to a computer (optional)
Tap Tempo
The echo tempo can be manually adjusted to match the song you’re performing.
Simply hold the Footswitch down for about 2 seconds to enter Tap Mode. The on/
o LED will ash in rhythm with the current tempo. Tap the footswitch a few
times in rhythm with your desired tempo, and on the last tap, hold your foot on
the switch for around 2 seconds to exit Tap Mode.
Note – the pedal will not “time out” of Tap Mode, so you can keep this mode
active if you intend to leave the eect on throughout a song or set, allowing you
easier access to this function.
Adjusting Echo Feedback
Feedback is the parameter that controls how many repeats are heard in the
echo eect. By holding the Tone button and turning the Correction knob, you
can adjust the feedback length. As soon as you release the Tone button, the
Correction knob will resume its normal function.
Changing the Batteries
The Mic Mechanic 2 can operate on 4 AA batteries. Remove the single screw on
the bottom of the pedal to open the battery door. Make sure to observe correct
polarity when inserting the batteries.
Auto Gain
Mic Mechanic 2 will automatically adjust the gain setting for your microphone,
eliminating the need for manual adjustments and ensuring that a good signal is
passed to the mixer without any unwanted distortion.
24 V Phantom Power
Phantom power is always active on the Mic Mechanic 2. This will power
condenser microphones, but will not aect dynamic mics either.
Mic Control
Mic Control allows you to control the eect's on/o status via an MP-75
microphone. Press and hold the footswitch while powering up the unit to toggle
Mic Control.
Note that when using a condenser microphone, Mic Control should be disabled to
prevent unwanted on/o switching.
Micro USB cable
MP-75 microphone
Mixing board
Power cable

TC-Helicon MIC MECHANIC 2 Specifications

General

Type	Effects pedal
Proper use	Concert/Studio
Beat effects	Echo
Compatibility	TC HELICON MP-75, MP-76, Sennheiser e835 FX
Product color	Beige, Red
Main out	1
Power consumption (typical)	6 W

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	60 mm
Width	90 mm
Height	140 mm
Weight	420 g