How To Use This Manual This manual is divided into the following sections describing the various modes of the MicroVerb 4. Though we recommend you take time to read through the entire manual once carefully, those having general knowledge about effects devices should use the table of contents to reference specific functions. Chapter 1: Your First Session with the MicroVerb 4. A basic introduction to getting the unit up and running, auditioning the factory Programs, adjusting levels, comparing and storing edited Programs. Chapter 2: Connections. Deals with the necessary preparation before using, including connections to other components such as instruments, mixing consoles, patchbays, and multitrack recorders. Chapter 3: Overview of Effects. A detailed look at the signal processing capabilities of the MicroVerb 4 and the concept of multieffect programming. Chapter 4: Description of Controls. A summary of all buttons, connectors, and parameters. Use this chapter as a quick reference guide when searching for specific information. Chapter 5: MIDI Applications. This chapter discusses the various MIDI functions, such as recalling Programs, realtime modulation of parameters, and SysEx data transfer. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting. Contains the Troubleshooting Index, maintenance and service information, and MIDI implementation chart. Appendices. MIDI basics, trouble-shooting, maintenance and service information, MIDI Implementation Chart and an Index. Conventions The buttons, knobs, and rear panel connectors are referred to in this manual just as their names appear on the MicroVerb 4, using all capital letters and in brackets (Example: [STORE] button, [VALUE] Knob, etc.). When text in the MicroVerb 4’s display is quoted, it is indicated using special typeface (Example: 00 to127, etc.). When something important appears in the manual, an icon (like the one on the left) . will appear in the left margin. This symbol indicates that this information is vital when operating the MicroVerb 4. MicroVerb 4 Reference Manual MicroVerb 4 Reference Manual Contents CONTENTS Your First Session with the MicroVerb 4 ........................................................... 7 Unpacking and Inspection .................................................................................................... 7 Basic Connections................................................................................................................ 7 Powering Up.........................................................................................................................8 Setting Levels .......................................................................................................................8 What’s on the Front Panel?.................................................................................................. 8 Auditioning Internal Programs .............................................................................................. 10 Switching Between Preset and User Banks ............................................................ 10 Adjusting Effects Mix Levels.................................................................................... 10 Storing Edited Programs ...................................................................................................... 11 Bypassing Effects................................................................................................................. 11 Connections ...................................................................................................... 13 AC Power Hookup................................................................................................................ 13 Line Conditioners and Protectors ............................................................................ 13 Audio Connections ............................................................................................................... 13 Typical Applications................................................................................................. 14 Input Jack Wiring ..................................................................................................... 14 Interfacing Directly with Instruments........................................................................ 15 Interfacing to a Mixing Console .................................................................. 16 Using Aux Sends ........................................................................................ 16 Using Inserts............................................................................................... 18 Using Main Outputs .................................................................................... 19 Avoiding Ground Loops ........................................................................................... 20 MIDI ......................................................................................................................................21 Footswi...