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General| Type | Effects processor |
|---|---|
| Proper use | Concert/Studio |
| Beat effects | Delay, Flanger, Pan, Trans |
| Product color | Silver |
| Frequency range | 20 - 20000 Hz |
| AUX out | Yes |
| AC input voltage | 100-240 V |
| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
| Power consumption (typical) | 14 W |
| Cables included | USB |
Weight and Dimensions| Depth | 156 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 200 mm |
| Height | 45 mm |
| Weight | 1000 g |
Follow all instructions, avoid water, use dry cloth, ensure ventilation, and keep away from heat sources.
Notes on modifications, servicing, and warnings about fire, shock, and proper grounding.
Details on Canadian digital apparatus compliance and explanation of safety graphic symbols.
Guidance on understanding and operating the Play Electric, recommending reading the full manual.
Information on getting support via website and VoiceSupport, plus product registration benefits.
Explanation of icons used in connection diagrams for clear visual representation.
Tips for interpreting connection diagrams, including input/output placement and signal flow.
Description of the Play Electric's rear panel connectors including Mic, Guitar, Aux, and Outputs.
Details on Pedal, USB, GND switch, Headphones connectors, and the power socket.
How to set input levels using the LED meter and understand the information on the LCD display.
Explanation of various indicators on the LCD and the function of NaturalPlay for key detection.
How to use the footswitches for navigation, activating TALK mode and entering Loop mode.
Managing loop undo/redo, using Switch-3, setting key/scale, and tap tempo functions.
Using the control knob, arrow buttons, and storing presets for effect settings.
Steps for changing preset names and saving presets to different locations.
Description of the context-sensitive soft buttons for controlling various functions.
How to use genres to filter presets and access the main setup menu for device functions.
Overview of the Play Electric back panel and advice on mixer setup and gain staging.
Diagram showing connections for stereo or mono PA applications with vocals and guitar.
Diagram for routing vocal signals to a mixer/PA and guitar signals to an amplifier.
Configuration for mic-stand monitoring and control, sending a summed mono signal via FX150.
Setup for sending vocal signals to an FX150 and guitar signals to a separate amplifier.
Using Headphone Out for guitar/vocal/aux to FX150, and stereo out to PA.
Diagram for creating a headphone/IEM mix using an external monitor send and the Aux input.
Configuring input type, RoomSense, Voice, and Mic Control parameters for optimal sound.
Adjusting preset navigation, loop functions, tone styles, and pitch correction amount.
Controlling signal routing via XLR, Vocal Cancel, Lead Mute, Out Level, and USB Out Level.
Adjusting guitar input level, speaker simulation, global FX, and guitar gate threshold.
Configuring LCD contrast, UP/DN function, looping modes, key/scale, and lead delay compensation.
Setting global key/tempo, RoomSense LoCut, Mic Boost, and loop input/undo parameters.
Controlling the amount of loop record feedback to prevent volume increase over passes.
Setting up the optional Switch-3 for loop control, preset selection, and custom functions.
Accessing installed firmware version, serial number, and manufacture date for support.
Turning vocal effect blocks on/off and assigning them to the HIT button.
Creating harmonies with style, level, and key settings for accompanying vocals.
Fine-tuning harmony with scale, humanize, and portamento parameters for natural sound.
Creating a doubling effect for vocal thickness with style and level adjustments.
Applying delay effects to vocals based on style, level, and feedback parameters.
Customizing delay with filter styles and manual tempo settings for unique echo effects.
Adding simulated room ambiance to vocals with style, level, and decay controls.
Applying pitch correction and gender manipulation for radio-pop or robotic vocal effects.
Modifying vocal sound with filters and overdrive to simulate megaphone or radio effects.
Defining routing, output, FX application, gate threshold, and gain for transducer effects.
Applying modulation effects like chorus, flanger, and phaser with style, level, and speed.
Turning guitar effect blocks on/off, with no HIT setting functionality.
Selecting amplifier simulations with style, drive, and level controls.
Fine-tuning amp simulation with treble, mid, bass, and mid frequency EQ adjustments.
Controlling guitar signal dynamic range with style, amount, and makeup gain.
Adding pitch and timing variations to guitar sound with style, mix, and speed.
Applying echo effects to guitar with level, feedback, and style options.
Customizing guitar delay with tempo, division, and filter styles.
Simulating space for guitar sound with style, level, and decay parameters.
Adjusting Harmony, Guitar, Out, Delay/Reverb, Headphone, RoomSense, and Aux levels.
Controlling the USB audio signal level for backing tracks or DAW integration.
Concepts of looping, activating loop mode, recording first loop, and what gets recorded.
Managing loop playback, erasing, undo/redo functions, and practice tips for seamless loops.
Using an optional Switch-3 for direct looper control and assigning footswitches.
Common issues like not hearing sound, incorrect harmony, or no effect changes, with solutions.
Procedures for restoring factory presets and information on using VoiceSupport.
Information on accessing FAQ, user forums, and warranty details for product support.
Links to TC-Helicon support, forums, social media, and newsletter for updates.
Details on vocal/guitar effects, VLOOP, control interface, size, weight, and connectivity.
Specifications for D/A conversion, impedance, power, safety compliance, and operating requirements.
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