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Important safety instructions

Helix Phaser English manual 2015-04-27 

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1.  Read these instructions.

2.  Keep these instructions.
3.  Heed all warnings.
4.  Follow all instructions.
5.  Do not use this apparatus near water.
6.  Clean only with a dry cloth.

7.  Do not block any ventilation openings. In-

stall in accordance with the manufacturer’s 
instructions.

8.  Do not install near any heat sources such 

as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other 
apparatus (including amplifiers) that pro-
duce heat.

9.  Do not defeat the safety purpose of the po-

larized or grounding-type plug. A polarized 
plug has two blades with one wider than 
the other. A grounding-type plug has two 
blades and a third grounding prong. The 
wide blade or the third prong is provided for 
your safety. If the provided plug does not fit 
into your outlet, consult an electrician for 
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.  Protect the power cord from being walked 

on or pinched, particularly at plugs, con-
venience receptacles, and the point where 
they exit from the apparatus.

11.  Only use attachments/accessories speci-

fied by the manufacturer.

12.  Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, 

bracket, or table specified by the 
manufacturer, or sold with the ap-
paratus. When a cart is used, use 
caution when moving the cart/apparatus 
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13.  Unplug this apparatus during lightning 

storms or when unused for long periods 
of time.

14.  Refer all servicing to qualified service per-

sonnel. Servicing is required when the ap-
paratus has been damaged in any way, 
such as power-supply cord or plug is dam-
aged, liquid has been spilled or objects 
have fallen into the apparatus, the appara-
tus has been exposed to rain or moisture, 
does not operate normally, or has been 
dropped.

Caution

You are cautioned that any change or modifi-
cations not expressly approved in this manual 
could void your authority to operate this equip-
ment.

Service

All service must be performed by qualified per-
sonnel.

Warning

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not 
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture and 
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should 
not be placed on this apparatus.

Do not install this device in a confined space.

EMC / EMI

Electromagnetic  compatibility /  
Electromagnetic interference

This equipment has been tested and found to 
comply with the limits for a Class B digital de-
vice, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable 
protection against harmful interference in resi-
dential installations. This equipment generates, 
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy 
and, if not installed and used in accordance with 
the instructions, may cause harmful interference 
to radio communications. However, there is no 
guarantee that interference will not occur in a 
particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio or television reception, which can 
be determined by turning the equipment off and 
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the 
interference by one or more of the following 
measures:

 

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

 

Increase the separation between the equip-
ment and receiver.

 

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a cir-
cuit different from that to which the receiver is 
connected.

 

Consult the dealer or an experienced ra-
dio / TV technician for help.

Summary of Contents for Helix Phaser

Page 1: ...Helix Phaser English manual 2015 04 27 1 Helix Phaser English manual 2015 04 27...

Page 2: ...e TonePrint app 9 Editing TonePrints with TonePrint Editor 10 Setup 11 Ready 12 Set 12 Play 12 Inputs outputs and controls 13 Power Switching the effect on and off 14 Footswitch 14 Audio in and out 14...

Page 3: ...Important safety instructions Helix Phaser English manual 2015 04 27 1 Important safety instructions...

Page 4: ...s dam aged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the appara tus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped Caution You are cautioned...

Page 5: ...003 du Canada Explanation of graphic symbols The lightning bolt triangle is used to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltages within the unit s chassis that may be of sufficien...

Page 6: ...Before you begin Helix Phaser English manual 2015 04 27 4 Before you begin...

Page 7: ...onic website Of course you can print this manual but we en courage you to use the PDF version which has both internal and external hyperlinks For ex ample clicking the logo in the upper left corner of...

Page 8: ...About this pedal Helix Phaser English manual 2015 04 27 6 About this pedal...

Page 9: ...and forget it phaser we created what may easily be the most flex ible and versatile phaser ever You will get ev erything from subtle sweeps to massive sonic bends straight out of the box And with our...

Page 10: ...TonePrint Helix Phaser English manual 2015 04 27 8 TonePrint...

Page 11: ...s who explore a pedal s hidden tonal potential re defining the controls and creating their personal TonePrints And we are making these custom TonePrints available to you Uploading them to your pedal i...

Page 12: ...effect param eters and effect behavior it s your vision your sound Customize knob function and knob range to suit your needs and sounds Audition your sonic creations in real time live make changes on...

Page 13: ...Setup Helix Phaser English manual 2015 04 27 11 Setup...

Page 14: ...and supplier If damage has occurred keep all packaging as it can be used as evidence of excessive handling force Set Connect a 9 V power supply with the follow ing symbol to the DC input socket of you...

Page 15: ...Inputs outputs and controls Helix Phaser English manual 2015 04 27 13 Inputs outputs and controls...

Page 16: ...Audio inputs stereo The audio inputs on the right side of this pedal are standard jacks mono TS If your signal source is mono connect it to the MONO in jack of the pedal If your signal source is ster...

Page 17: ...PEED knob to determine the modu lation frequency i e the time between the peaks of the phaser effect DEPTH knob Phaser intensity control Use the DEPTH knob to control the intensity of the phaser effec...

Page 18: ...Maintenance Helix Phaser English manual 2015 04 27 16 Maintenance...

Page 19: ...eive the software update Release the footswitch Your TC pedal will now be recognized as an updatable device Applying the firmware update Quit all MIDI related applications e g your DAW on your compute...

Page 20: ...nd the best solution for your setup To set the bypass mode proceed as follows Disconnect the pedal and turn it on its back Unscrew the back plate of the pedal and look for the two small dip switches i...

Page 21: ...Frequently asked questions Helix Phaser English manual 2015 04 27 19 Frequently asked questions...

Page 22: ...e standard instrument cables Is it possible to run this TonePrint pedal in the effects loop of a tube amp Yes All TonePrint pedals have a very wide gain range and are designed to run at both instru m...

Page 23: ...Links Helix Phaser English manual 2015 04 27 21 Links...

Page 24: ...manual tcelectronic com toneprint editor support Support resources TC Electronic Support tcelectronic com support TC Electronic product software tcelectronic com support software TC Electronic all pr...

Page 25: ...Technical specifications Helix Phaser English manual 2015 04 27 23 Technical specifications...

Page 26: ...sions width x depth x height 72 x 122 x 50 mm 2 8 x 4 8 x 2 0 Input connector 2 Standard jacks mono TS with automatic mono stereo sensing Output connector 2 Standard jacks mono TS with automatic mono...

Page 27: ...Technical specifications Helix Phaser English manual 2015 04 27 25...

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