TC Electronic Alter Ego V2 Vintage Delay and Looper Pedal User Manual

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The TC Electronic Alter Ego V2 Vintage Delay and Looper Pedal is designed to provide a wide array of classic echo and delay effects, along with a looper function. This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting your pedal to ensure optimal performance and longevity.

Instellen

Stroomaansluiting

The Alter Ego V2 requires a 9V DC power supply, center negative, with a minimum current draw of 100mA. Ensure you use a compatible power adapter to prevent damage to the unit. Connect the power adapter to the 9V DC input jack on the pedal.

Audioverbindingen

Sluit uw instrument (bijvoorbeeld een gitaar) aan op de INVOER Sluit de jack-aansluiting aan op de rechterkant van het pedaal met een standaard 1/4-inch instrumentkabel.
Sluit de UITVOER krik aan de linkerkant van het pedaal naar uw ampSluit de versterker of het volgende pedaal in je signaalketen aan met een standaard 1/4-inch instrumentkabel.
For stereo operation, connect a second cable from the STEREO-UITGANG jack naar een tweede ampversterker of stereo-ingangsapparaat.

Het pedaal bedienen

Familiarize yourself with the controls and connections of your Alter Ego V2 pedal. The following image illustrates the layout of the pedal's controls.

TC Electronic Alter Ego V2 Vintage Delay and Looper Pedal with controls labeled TIME, FEEDBACK, LEVEL, and a selector knob for various delay types.

Figuur 1: Front panel of the TC Electronic Alter Ego V2 pedal, showing the three main control knobs (Time, Feedback, Level), the 11-position delay type selector knob, two mini-toggle switches, and the footswitch.

Controles voorbijview

TIME-knop: Adjusts the delay time, from short slap-back echoes to long, atmospheric repeats.
FEEDBACK-knop: Controls the number of repeats. Turn clockwise for more repeats, counter-clockwise for fewer.
LEVEL-knop: Hiermee wordt het volume van het vertraagde signaal ingesteld.
DELAY TYPE Selector Knob: This 11-position rotary switch allows you to select between various vintage delay models and the TonePrint (TP) slot. The available types include:
- REV M: Reverse Delay with Modulation
- BDM2: Binson Echorec 2 emulation
- CKAT: Copicat Tape Echo emulation
- 2290 M: TC Electronic 2290 Digital Delay with Modulation
- Afl. 1: Echoplex EP-1 emulation
- SP: Space Echo emulation
- T ORG: Tel-Ray Organ Tone emulation
- LP: Looper-functie
- DMM C: Deluxe Memory Man Chorus emulation
- EREC2: Echorec 2 emulation (another variant)
- Reactie: TonePrint slot for custom delay sounds
Mini-Toggle Switches: Two small switches located between the main knobs. These typically control additional parameters such as modulation depth, subdivision, or other specific characteristics depending on the selected delay type. Refer to the official TC Electronic website for detailed descriptions of each switch's function per delay type.
Voetschakelaar: Engages or bypasses the effect. In Looper mode, it controls recording, playback, and overdubbing.

TonePrint Functionality

The Alter Ego V2 supports TC Electronic's TonePrint technology. This allows you to beam custom-tuned delay sounds created by famous guitarists or design your own using the free TonePrint Editor software. To use TonePrint:

Download the TonePrint App for your smartphone or the TonePrint Editor for your computer from the TC Electronic webplaats.
Select the 'TP' position on the DELAY TYPE selector knob.
Follow the instructions in the app or software to load a TonePrint into your pedal.

Looper-bewerking

When the DELAY TYPE selector is set to 'LP', the pedal functions as a looper. The footswitch controls the looping functions:

Enkele druk: Start recording a loop.
Single Press (while recording): Stop recording and start playback.
Double Press (while playing): Afspelen stoppen.
Press and Hold (while playing): Undo/Redo last overdub.
Press and Hold (while stopped): Clear the loop.

Onderhoud

The Alter Ego V2 pedal is designed for durability. To ensure its longevity:

Houd het pedaal schoon door het af te vegen met een zachte, droge doek. Vermijd het gebruik van schurende reinigingsmiddelen of oplosmiddelen.
Bescherm het pedaal tegen extreme temperaturen, vochtigheid en direct zonlicht.
Laat het pedaal niet vallen en stel het niet bloot aan harde stoten.
Ensure all cables are connected securely but do not overtighten.

Probleemoplossing

If you encounter issues with your Alter Ego V2 pedal, consider the following:

Geen geluid: Controleer alle kabelverbindingen (instrument, amplifier, power). Ensure the power supply is correctly connected and providing the correct voltage (9 V gelijkstroom).
Onverwacht gedrag: Ensure the correct delay type is selected. If using TonePrint, verify the TonePrint was loaded correctly. Try resetting the pedal by disconnecting and reconnecting power.
Ruis/Gezoem: Ensure you are using a regulated power supply. Check for ground loops in your signal chain.
TonePrint Editor Connectivity Issues: Refer to the support section of the TC Electronic website for the latest drivers and troubleshooting guides for the TonePrint Editor software.

For further assistance, consult the official TC Electronic support resources.

Specificaties

Functie	Specificatie
Modelnummer	960750101
Artikelgewicht	13 ons (0.37 kilogram)
Productafmetingen	4.61 x 2.48 x 2.91 inch
Unit Size (approx.)	3.31" x 2.87" x 5"
Energiebron	Elektrische kabel
Deeltage	9 Volt DC
Amptijdperk	0.1 milliamps (100mA)
Signaalformaat	Analoog
Eerste beschikbare datum	24 september 2014

Garantie-informatie

TC Electronic products are covered by a limited warranty. For detailed information regarding the warranty period, terms, and conditions applicable to your Alter Ego V2 pedal, please refer to the official warranty statement available on the TC Electronic webwebsite of neem rechtstreeks contact op met hun klantenservice. Bewaar uw aankoopbewijs voor garantieclaims.

Steun

For the latest product information, firmware updates, TonePrint Editor software, and comprehensive support resources, please visit the official TC Electronic webwebsite:

www.tcelectronic.com

You can also find FAQs, user forums, and contact information for technical support on their webplaats.

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