Tech 21 SansAmp PSA-1 User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
History of Tech 21’s SansAmp 2
Introduction 2
Quick Start Instructions 3
Powering the SansAmp PSA-1 4
Front Panel 4
Programming 5
Input jack 5
Pre-Amp 6
Character controls 6
Buzz 6
Punch 7
Crunch 7
Drive 7
Low and High 7
Level 7
2-Digit LED display 7
Save switch 8
Saving a program 8
Down switch and Up switch 9
Rear Panel 9
Input 2 section 9
Input 2 jack 9
Level selector switch 9
0dB and -10dB positions 9
Effects Loop 9
Effects Send 9
Mix 50/50 switch 10
Left & right returns 10
Universal Output Section 10
1/4" output level switch 10
1/4" output jacks 10
XLR output jacks 11
XLR output level switch 11
Footswitch 11
MIDI In and MIDI Thru/Out 11
Suggested Setups 11
Using the SansAmp PSA-1’s Inputs 12
Using the SansAmp PSA-1’s Outputs 13
Using the Effects Loop 13
Using MIDI and Remote Footswitch 14
Special Page Functions & MIDI Implementation 15
Function 1: Custom Preset Data Dump 16
Function 2: MIDI Mapping 16
Function 3: Set Footswitch Loop Count 18
Function 4: Fixed/Programmable Swap Bit 19
Function 5: MIDI Channel Select 20
Function 6: Software Revision Number 20
Function 7: MIDI Map Dump 21
Function 8: Disengage All Pots 21
Function 9: MIDI Thru Disable 21
List of Presets and List of Custom Settings 22
Custom Settings Diagrams 24
Global Reset Back Cover
Warranty Information Back Cover
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Tech 21 SansAmp PSA-1 Specifications

General

Technology	Analog
Channels	1
Inputs	1 x 1/4" (instrument), 1 x XLR (mic)
MIDI	Yes
Outputs	1 x XLR (Balanced)
EQ	3-Band (Bass, Mid, Treble)
Controls	Drive, Level
Power Supply	9V DC power supply (included)
Form Factor	Rackmount

Summary

Front Panel Controls

Pre-Amp and Character Controls

Explains Pre-Amp, Buzz, Punch, Crunch, and Drive controls for tone shaping.

Tone Shaping, Level, and Display

Covers Low, High, Level controls, and the 2-digit LED display functions.

Rear Panel Connections

Input Jacks and Effects Loop

Details Input 2, its level selection, and the Effects Loop send/return.

Output Sections and MIDI Interface

Explains output jacks, levels, and MIDI In/Thru/Out connectivity.

Suggested Setups

Provides examples of connecting the PSA-1 to other gear.

Special Page Functions

Special Page Functions Overview

Introduces advanced features accessible via the Special Page menu.

Program Saving and Footswitch Control

Covers saving programs and setting up footswitch loop count.

Custom Preset Data Dump

How to off-load custom presets via MIDI.

MIDI Mapping and Channel Select

Defines MIDI mapping and sets the MIDI channel.

System Settings and Maintenance

Fixed/Programmable Swap Bit

Allows swapping of factory presets and custom settings.

Software Revision and MIDI Utilities

Details software version, MIDI Map Dump, and MIDI Thru disable.

System Management and Reset

Covers disengaging pots and performing a global reset.

Reference and Support

Preset and Custom Setting Lists

Lists factory presets and provides space for custom settings.

Custom Settings Diagrams

Provides templates for recording custom program settings.

Warranty and Contact Information

Details warranty, repair, and contact information.