Definitions
Effects Chain
The effects chain (or simply “chain”) shows the current internal signal routing/effect procession including current effects chain
type, signal routing, current effects and effects combination, etc.
Ampero II Stomp features two effects chains with flexible serial/parallel options.
Effect Slot
Effect slots (or simply “slots”) are spaces located on an effects chain for adding effects. Ampero II Stomp features 6 slots on one
effects chain, 12 slots in total.
Module
Ampero II Stomp employs 13 kinds of effects, each kind is called an “effects module,” or simply “module”. There are several
effects available in each module. To use an effect, add a module to an empty effect slot, and then pick one effect in the module.
There are also some modules used for signal routing only.
Parameter
Variables that determine the application of an effect are called “parameters”. If we imagine each slot as a separate effect pedal,
then each parameter would be a knob on that pedal.
Node
The beginning/end of an effects chain or the intersection of two effects chains is called a “node”:
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Input node
is the beginning of an effects chain that sets signal input source;
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Output node
is the end of an effects chain that determines where the signal goes;
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Split node
splits one effects chain into two, sending the signal to two effects chains;
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Mixer node
combines two effects chains into one.
Patch
The ON/OFF status and current module/effect of each effect slot, parameter settings and related controller/expression pedal
settings are stored in units called “patches”. These are your “tones.” Use patches to recall, edit, and save your favorite tones.
Bank
A set of 3 patches is called a “bank”. Ampero II Stomp has a total of 100 banks, which means, you have up to 300 fully
editable/savable patches. If you made a factory reset, the first 99 patches (factory preload patches) will be restored.
Cleaning
Use a soft cloth to clean the panels if they become dirty. If necessary, slightly moisten the cloth. Never use cleansers, wax, or
solvents such as paint thinner, benzene or alcohol.
Malfunction
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If the unit should malfunction, disconnect the AC adapter and turn the power OFF immediately.
Then, disconnect all other connected cables. For:
- Power adapter malfunction
- The unit or power supply emits an odor
- Liquids or foreign objects entered the unit
- The unit has other obvious signs of malfunction (e.g. won’t turn on, knobs won’t work, won’t produce sound, etc.)
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Prepare information including the model name, serial number, specific symptoms related to the malfunction, your name,
address and telephone number and contact the store where you bought the unit.
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