Carvin FX2 Instruction Manual - Page 3

FX2 Applications: FIG. 1 shows a typical mixing board connection. This setup allows multiple signals to be processed by a single effect channel. The FX2 INPUT is connected to a master EFFECT SEND of the mixer. The OUTPUTs of the FX2 are connected to a master EFFECT RETURN of the mixer. The MIX control should be turned fully clockwise to 10, or "WET" setting for this type of setup. Complete a second hookup to the other channel of the FX2 using a second set of SEND and RETURNS. Be sure the LINK 1+2 switch is "OUT". Connecting the OUTPUTs of the FX2 to mixer input channels instead of the returns of your mixer will allow even more control over signal routing and enables you to use the mixer's channel EQ to enhance the sound of the effects. FIG. 2 shows a typical guitar amp connection. Pushing IN the LINK 1+2 button will allow both EFFECT 1 and EFFECT 2 to be used simultaneously in the same loop. The FX2 EFFECT 1 INPUT is connected to the effect loop SEND of the amp. The FX2 EFFECT 1 OUTPUT is connected to the effect loop RETURN. Dial in the amount of effect desired with the MIX controls for EFFECT 1 and EFFECT 2. The FS-22 can be used to remotely choose any combination of EFFECT 1 and EFFECT 2 by muting one effect at a time or both effects. Effect Settings and Usage: The FX2 is capable of many effect variations. Start with the controls at moderate settings and tailor your sound from there. REVERB is the most common effect. Reverb can add both presence and depth to a performance. A reverb with a short DECAY can make vocals and instruments sound more dense and "alive". Longer decay times have a more dramatic effect and are best used in sparse musical atmospheres. Too much reverb, especially with long decay times, can cause your sound to be "washed out". ECHO is a combination of a DELAY and some REVERB. The ECHO setting gives the impression of multiple "copies" of your sound reflecting off a far away object. The TIME setting adjusts how far apart the "copies" are and REGENERATION adjust how many "copies" are made. CHORUS can have the effect of multiple instruments playing in unison. Use the CHORUS to thicken your sound. Varying the setting of the PARAMETER control will compliment different instruments in different ways. The maximum setting won't always sound best. FLANGE gives a "swirling" or "tubular" sound and is great for making musical parts stand out from the rest of a song. Deep, howling type sounds often heard from an electric guitar are sometimes created with a FLANGER. To get this type of sound, set the EFFECT control to the "F" in FLANGE and set the PARAMETER control fully clockwise. Connecting the OUTPUTs of the FX2 to INPUT CHANNELS of your mixer enables you to use the mixer's channel EQ to enhance the sound of the effects and will allow even more control over signal routing. For full stereo imaging, remember to PAN the stereo outputs to LEFT and RIGHT respectively. If you use mixer channels as returns, leave the CHANNEL SEND controls to the FX2 at "0" or feedback will occur. SL24 MIXER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 L R POWER INSERTS GROUPS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 AUX SEND 5 6 AUX RETURN LR 1 3 4 7 8 LR 2 CONTROL L-R STUDIO L-R LR 3 PHONES PHONES L R OUT LEFT TAPE IN LR 4 RIGHT SEND RETURNS L-R STEREO RETURNS 15 25 0 10 MUTE 0 10 PAN C LR AUX 1 5 PAN C SOLO LR AUX 1 5 35 MUTE 0 10 PAN C SOLO LR AUX 1 5 0 10 AUX 2 5 0 10 AUX 2 5 0 10 AUX 2 5 0 10 AUX SENDS 15 25 0 10 35 0 10 45 45 MUTE 0 10 PAN C SOLO LR AUX 1 5 MUTE SOLO 0 10 AUX 2 5 0 10 0 oo +6 TAPE OUT L-R AUX 7-8 0 oo +6 TAPE IN L-R AUX 1-2 55 6 5 7/8 5 0 10 PFL 0 10 PFL 0 10 PFL 0 10 PFL 0 10 PFL 0 10 PFL 0 10 L-R FLIP FLIP FLIP FLIP TO GRP 1 XLR TO GRP 2 XLR TO GRP 3 XLR TO GRP 4 XLR FX2 REAR PANEL EFFECT 1 or EFFECT 2 L OUTPUTS R EFFECT L INPUT R FIG. 1 FIG. 2 SEND RETURN L OUTPUTS R EFFECT 1 FOOTSWITCH L INPUT R FX2 REAR PANEL All Tube Amplifier 800-854-2235 carvin.com V1-12AX7 V2-12AX7 SPEAKER OUTPUT V3-12AX7 V9-EL34 SPEAKER 4Ω 2-TUBES 50 Watt 8Ω 16Ω 1 2 100 Watt OHMS 4-TUBES V4-12AX7 V8-EL34 5881 OR 6L6GC LINE OUT EL34 BIAS CABINET VOICED V5-12AX7 FOOTSWITCH FS22 V7-EL34 EFFECTS LOOP SEND RETURN V6-EL34 TUBE REPLACEMENT GUIDE V1 V2 V3 Preamp-Replace when either channel is noisy, -12AX7 crackling or microphonic (ringing) V4-12AX7 Reverb-Replace when Reverb is not working V5-12AX7 Power Diver-Replace when amp is not working V6 V7 V8 V9Pw Tubes-Check BIAS switch for correct tube -EL34 setting. LEGACY 210VA 120V 60Hz 2 A CAUTION - TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT DEFEAT THE M SAFETY GROUND ON THE POWER CORD. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. P NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. WARNING - TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. S/N REMOVED MADE IN THE USA GUITAR AMPLIFIER FS-22 FOOTSWITCH