MP-100 MIDI foot switch user manual
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Table of contents Table of contents 1 General information................................................................................................................................. 1.1 General information.......................................................................................................................... 1.1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................ 1.1.2 Notational conventions...
General information 1 General information 1.1 General information This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device. Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to another user, be sure that they also receive this manual. Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development.
General information 1.1.1 Further information On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points: Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download. Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of interest for you quickly. Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics and terms.
General information 1.1.2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions: Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. Displays Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics. Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’ .
General information Instructions The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is indented and highlighted by an arrow. Example: 1. Switch on the device. 2. Press [Auto]. ð Automatic operation is started. 3. Switch off the device. 1.1.3 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this manual.
General information Signal word Meaning DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided. NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided. Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone.
Safety instructions 2 Safety instructions Intended use This device is used to control guitar amplifiers or effect devices via footswitches and MIDI. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
Safety instructions NOTICE! Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations. Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specified in the chapter ‘Technical specifications’ of this user manual.
Safety instructions NOTICE! Possible damage by leaking batteries Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device. Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer period. NOTICE! Possible staining The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC floor and after some time cause permanent dark stains.
Features 3 Features n USB/MIDI footswitch for controlling guitar amps or effect devices via mobile end devices and apps (iOS, Mac OS and Android systems) n USB MIDI control and standard MIDI control n 10 programmable footswitches n 2 inputs for effect pedals with display to control the effect parameters (effect pedals not included) n 1 USB port n 1 MIDI output n Pre-programmed configurations for common software or devices, e.g.
Installation and starting up 4 Installation and starting up Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Connections and controls 5 Connections and controls Front panel MIDI foot switch 14
Connections and controls 1 Display 2 [A]…[D] Footswitch for sending program change and control change MIDI commands 3 [/CHG] Increases the displayed value by one and selects menu items. 4 [/SET] Decreases the displayed value by one and selects menu items.
Connections and controls Rear panel 6 [EXP2], [EXP2] Input for connecting an effect pedal, designed as a 6.35 mm jack plug 7 [EXP1] Input for connecting an effect pedal, designed as a 6.
Connections and controls 9 [USB] USB interface for power supply and connection of mobile end devices or PC 10 Main switch. Turns the device on and off.
Connections and controls 11 Configuration 12 Dynamic display for [EXP1] (empty if no effect pedal is connected to EXP1) Dynamic display for [EXP2] (empty if no effect pedal is connected to EXP2) 13 Current number of the program change MIDI command 14 Sub-parameter of the sent control change MIDI command (updated only if changed and held for 0.5 s) 15 Sent control change MIDI command (updated only when changed and held for 0.
Operating 6 Operating Inserting a battery The device can be powered by batteries or rechargeable batteries if the device is not con‐ nected to the power supply via a USB cable. Insert 2 x AAA batteries into the battery compartment on the bottom of the device. You can use conventional AAA batteries or rechargeable AAA NiMH batteries. Charging the battery You can charge rechargeable AAA NiMH batteries directly in the device.
Operating Turning the unit on 1. Connect the device to your mobile end device or PC using the supplied USB cable. ð The device is detected automatically. 2. Turn the device on using the main switch. ð The LEDs under the foot switches light up briefly. The display shows the current status of the device. Select configuration You can switch between 6 preset and 2 individually programmable configurations. 1. Depending on the desired configuration, press [1]…[4] or [A]…[D] and keep the button pressed. 2.
Operating Foot switch Configuration Function 1 JAMP Control of effects of the iOS software JamUp 2 BIFX Control of effects of the Biax FX software 3 KMPA Control of effects of the Kemper profiling amp 4 AXEF Control of AXE FX effects A ATOM Control of the ATOMIC amplifier effects B PC-8x [1]…[4] and [A]…[D] for sending program change MIDI commands. 8 patches are a group. 8 different patches can be switched.
Operating 1. Press [/SET] and hold down the button. 2. Switch the device off and on again at the main switch. ð The setup for individual configurations is activated. The display shows the sub‐ menus ‘MIDI.CH’ , ‘CUS1’ and ‘CUS2’ . 3. Press [2] r [3] to switch between the submenus. In the ‘MIDI.CH’ submenu, MIDI channels can be assigned to the preset configurations. 1. Use [/CHG] or [/SET] to select the desired configuration. 2.
Operating Parameter Option Function ABC/123 ABC/123 Display of patch numbers 1A, 1B, 1C or 1, 2, 3 Bank Move 4x, 5x, 8x, 10x Number of selected patches in a group Bank Mode WAI, IMM WAI: Switches to the first patch of the next group with a delay when the foot switch is pressed. IMM: Immediately switches to the first patch of the next group when the foot switch is pressed.
Operating Parameter Option Function KEY 1 Tog OFF, ON ON: The sub-parameters change between 0 and 64 KEY 2 MOD PC#, CC# PC: Program change MIDI command CC: Control change MIDI command KEY 2 CC# 1…127 Command number of the control change MIDI command KEY 2 Tog OFF, ON ON: The sub-parameters change between 0 and 64 KEY 3 MOD PC#, CC# PC: Program change MIDI command CC: Control change MIDI command KEY 3 CC# 1…127 Command number of the control change MIDI command KEY 3 Tog OFF, ON ON: Th
Operating Parameter Option Function KEY A MOD PC#, CC# PC: Program change MIDI command CC: Control change MIDI command KEY A CC# 1…127 Command number of the control change MIDI command KEY A Tog OFF, ON ON: The sub-parameters change between 0 and 64 KEY B MOD PC#, CC# PC: Program change MIDI command CC: Control change MIDI command KEY B CC# 1…127 Command number of the control change MIDI command KEY B Tog OFF, ON ON: The sub-parameters change between 0 and 64 KEY C MOD PC#, CC# PC: P
Operating Parameter Option Function KEY D MOD PC#, CC# PC: Program change MIDI command CC: Control change MIDI command KEY D CC# 1…127 Command number of the control change MIDI command KEY D Tog OFF, ON ON: The sub-parameters change between 0 and 64 Particular setups may cause conflicts. When you set 4 patches for a group, the buttons [1] to [4] are not available in the program change mode. When you set 5 patches for a group, the buttons [1] to [3] are not available in the program change mode.
Technical specifications 7 Technical specifications Control Foot switch USB/MIDI control MIDI control Input connections Output connections Power supply of further devices 1 × USB port Effects pedal 2 × 1/4" phone socket MIDI 1 × DIN socket, 5-pin Power supply 5V via USB or battery Battery type 2 × AAA batteries or 2 × AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries Charging time in the device approx.
Technical specifications Weight Ambient conditions 950 g Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 20 %…80 % (non-condensing) Further information Number of buttons 10 Number of pedals 0 Display Yes Connection for Expression Pedal Yes MIDI foot switch 28
Plug and connection assignment 8 Plug and connection assignment Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured.
Plug and connection assignment Since the interference affects both cores equally, by subtracting the phase-shifted signals, the interfering signal is completely neutralized. The result is a pure signal without any noise inter‐ ference.
Protecting the environment 9 Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are fed to a recovery. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
Protecting the environment Disposal of your old device This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose with your normal household waste. Dispose this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.
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