DigiTech RP100 Modeling Guitar Processor

User's Guide

Safety Information and Warnings

The following symbols are internationally accepted symbols that warn of potential hazards with electrical products.The lightning flash (⚡) means that there are dangerous voltages present within the unit.The exclamation point (❗) indicates that it is necessary for the user to refer to the owner's manual.

These symbols also warn that there are no user-serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the unit. Do not attempt to service the unit yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Opening the chassis for any reason will void the manufacturer's warranty. Do not get the unit wet. If liquid is spilled on the unit, shut it off immediately and take it to a dealer for service. Disconnect the unit during storms to prevent damage.

Electromagnetic Compatibility

Operation is subject to the following conditions:

General Warnings

For your protection, please read the following:

Declaration of Conformity

Manufacturer's Name: DigiTech

Manufacturer's Address: 8760 S. Sandy Parkway, Sandy, Utah 84070, USA

Declares that the product:

Product name: RP100

Note: Product name may be suffixed by the letters EX, EU, JA, and UK.

Product option: All (requires Class II power adapter that conforms to the requirements of EN60065, EN60742, or equivalent.)

Conforms to the following Product Specifications:

Supplementary Information:

The product herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 72/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC as amended by Directive 93/68/EEC.

DigiTech / Johnson
Vice-President of Engineering
8760 S. Sandy Parkway
Sandy, Utah 84070, USA
Date: August 11, 2000

European Contact:

Your local DigiTech / Johnson Sales and Service Office or

Harman Music Group
8760 South Sandy Parkway
Sandy, Utah 84070 USA
Ph: (801) 568-7533
Fax: (801) 568-7573

Warranty

DigiTech is proud of its products and backs up each one sold with the following warranty:

  1. The warranty registration card must be mailed within ten days after purchase date to validate this warranty.
  2. DigiTech warrants this product, when used solely within the U.S., to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service.
  3. DigiTech liability under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing defective materials that show evidence of defect, provided the product is returned to DigiTech WITH RETURN AUTHORIZATION, where all parts and labor will be covered up to a period of one year. A Return Authorization number may be obtained from DigiTech by telephone. The company shall not be liable for any consequential damage as a result of the product's use in any circuit or assembly.
  4. Proof-of-purchase is considered to be the burden of the consumer.
  5. DigiTech reserves the right to make changes in design, or make additions to, or improvements upon this product without incurring any obligation to install the same on products previously manufactured.
  6. The consumer forfeits the benefits of this warranty if the product's main assembly is opened and tampered with by anyone other than a certified DigiTech technician or, if the product is used with AC voltages outside of the range suggested by the manufacturer.
  7. The foregoing is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, and DigiTech neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume any obligation or liability in connection with the sale of this product. In no event shall DigiTech or its dealers be liable for special or consequential damages or from any delay in the performance of this warranty due to causes beyond their control.

NOTE: The information contained in this manual is subject to change at any time without notification. Some information contained in this manual may also be inaccurate due to undocumented changes in the product or operating system since this version of the manual was completed. The information contained in this version of the owner's manual supersedes all previous versions.

Section One - Introduction

Getting Acquainted

Congratulations on your wise choice in purchasing the RP100. Thanks to the continuous advances in musical technology, you have the flexibility, power, and capability of producing sonic creations never before thought possible. Although the RP100 is so user friendly you may not even need to read this manual, we recommend that you become better acquainted with DigiTech, and what it has to offer by going through this User's Guide with your RP100 in front of you. It is your key to unlocking the potential within the RP100.

Included Items

Before you get started, please make sure that the following items have been included:

The utmost care was taken while your RP100 was being manufactured. Everything should be included and in perfect working order. If anything is missing, contact the factory at once. Please help DigiTech become acquainted with you and your needs by completing your warranty card. It is your safeguard should a problem arise with your RP100.

A Guided Tour of the RP100

The Front Panel

The front panel of the RP100 features several controls for operation and editing:

Diagram Description: An illustration of the RP100 front panel with numbered callouts pointing to the controls: 1. Footswitches (BYP), 2. Parameter Knobs (SELECT, GAIN, AMP TYPE, MASTER LEVEL), 3. STORE button, 4. Rhythm button, 5. Matrix LEDs, 6. Display, 7. (Implied by the overall layout and numbering).

Rear Panel

Diagram Description: An illustration of the RP100 rear panel with numbered jacks: 1. INPUT, 2. OUTPUT, 3. CONTROL IN, 4. HEADPHONES, 5. 9VAC 1300mA power input.

Getting Started

Making Connections

There are several different connection options available when using the RP100. Before connecting the RP100, ensure that the power to your amplifier is turned off, and that the power to the RP100 is disconnected. There is no power switch on the RP100. To turn the RP100 on or off, connect or disconnect your instrument to the Input Jack (for battery power) or connect the optional PS0913B power supply from the Power Jack to an AC outlet (for AC power).

Mono Operation

Connect your guitar to the Input of the RP100. Connect a single mono instrument cable from the Stereo Output of the RP100 to the instrument input on your amplifier, or to the line input of a power amp.

Diagram Description: A diagram showing a guitar connected to the RP100's input, and the RP100's output connected to a guitar amplifier's input. A note indicates that connecting to an amplifier's effect return might be preferable.

Stereo Operation

For stereo operation, connect the guitar to the Input of the RP100. Connect a TRS stereo "Y" cord to the RP100's Stereo Output. Connect one end of the "Y" cord to the input of one amplifier, channel of a mixer, or power amp. Connect the second end of the "Y" cord to a second amplifier, second channel of a mixer, or power amp. If connecting to a mixing console, set the pan controls of the mixer hard left and right to retain stereo separation and be sure to engage the RP100's Cabinet Emulator. See page 18 for more on selecting the Cabinet Emulator.

Diagram Description: A diagram showing a guitar connected to the RP100's input, and a stereo "Y" cord from the RP100's stereo output connecting to two separate guitar amplifiers' inputs.

Applying Power

There are two options for powering the RP100: battery power and AC power. Before applying power to anything, set your amp(s) to a clean tone and set the tone controls to a flat EQ response (on most amps, this would be 0 or 5 on the tone controls). Then follow the steps listed below.

Battery Power

The RP100 can be run for about 8 hours on 6 AA batteries. The battery compartment is located on the bottom of the RP100. The following diagram shows the correct polarity for battery installation.

Diagram Description: An illustration showing the battery compartment with four AA batteries installed, indicating positive (+) and negative (-) terminals.

Connecting your instrument to the Input of the RP100 will engage the battery power, and disconnecting your instrument from the Input of the RP100 will disengage the battery power. Once the connections have been made, and the RP100 is powered (indicated by numbers appearing in the Display), turn the RP100's Master Level (far right knob) all the way down. Turn your amplifier(s) power switch to the on position and adjust the volume(s) to a normal playing level. Gradually increase the RP100 Master Level to achieve the desired volume. To prolong the battery life, disconnect your instrument from the RP100's Input when not in use.

AC Power

The RP100 can also be powered with the optional PS0913B power supply. Once the audio connections have been made, turn the RP100's Master Level (far right knob) all the way down. Connect the plug of the PS0913B power supply to the power jack on the rear panel of the RP100. Connect the other end of the PS0913B power supply to an AC outlet. Turn the power of your amplifier(s) to the on position and adjust the volume(s) to a normal playing level. Gradually increase the RP100 Master Level to achieve the desired volume.

About the RP100

The Presets

Presets are numbered locations of programmed sounds within the RP100. Presets are recalled with the Footswitches. The active effects in each Preset are indicated by lighted LEDs in the Effect Matrix. The RP100 comes with 40 User Presets (Presets 1-40) and 40 Factory Presets (Presets 41-80). User Presets are locations where your creations can be stored. Factory Presets do not allow storing changes. Initially, the 40 User Presets are exact duplicates of the 40 Factory Presets, allowing you to create your own Presets without losing the original sounds.

Performance Mode

When you first apply power, the RP100 powers up in Performance mode. This mode provides access to all Presets via the Right and Left Footswitches. Parameter 1 (left knob) adjusts Amp Gain (distortion), Parameter 2 (middle knob) selects Amp Type, and Parameter 3 (right knob) adjusts Master Level (volume).

Bypass Mode

The RP100 Presets can be bypassed for a clean, unprocessed guitar tone. To bypass, press both Footswitches simultaneously. The Display will show "bY" indicating the Preset is bypassed. Pressing both Footswitches simultaneously again exits Bypass mode and returns the RP100 to the last Preset used.

Tuner Mode

The Tuner in the RP100 allows you to quickly tune or check the tuning on your guitar. Enter Tuner mode by pressing and holding both Footswitches simultaneously. The Display will briefly show "tu" indicating Tuner mode. To begin tuning, play a note on your guitar (a harmonic at the 12th fret works best). The Display shows the note being played. The Matrix LEDs indicate if the note is sharp or flat. The top 4 Red LEDs indicate the note is sharp (tune down). The bottom 4 Red LEDs indicate the note is flat (tune up). The center Green LED indicates the note is in tune. The output is muted in Tuner mode.

In Tuner mode, you can change your tuning reference. The default setting is A=440 Hz (displayed as "40"). Rotating the Parameter 1 knob selects alternate dropped tunings: A=Ab (displayed as "Ab"), A=G (displayed as "g"), and A=Gb (displayed as "gb"). The display window will briefly flash the selected tuning preference. Exit tuner mode by pressing both Footswitches simultaneously.

Diagram Description: An illustration of the RP100 display and matrix LEDs, with labels indicating: "Display Shows Note Played", "Top LEDs Indicate Note is Sharp", "Green LED Indicates Note is In Tune", "Bottom LEDs Indicate Note is Flat".

Section Two - Editing Functions

Editing/Creating Presets

Creating your own signature sound with the RP100 is easy and intuitive. The RP100 lets you create your own Presets or fine-tune existing ones. When creating or editing a sound, you must start with a User or Factory Preset; you cannot start with an empty Preset. The Preset number does not have to be the final location; you can save your creation to any User Preset location during the store process.

To edit or create a Preset:

  1. Use the Footswitches to select a Preset that will be your starting point.
  2. Once you have found a Preset to edit, press the Select button once to enter Editing mode.
  3. Use the Select button in conjunction with the Matrix to choose the effect you wish to edit.
  4. Use the 3 Knobs to change parameter values to achieve the desired sound.

The Matrix

The Matrix is where all Effects and Parameters are selected for editing. In Edit mode, successive presses of the Select button advance to the next Effect row, and an LED lights indicating the selected Effect group. Each Effect has up to 3 Parameters that can be modified. The Knob under each parameter column is used to change the value for the corresponding Parameter. As a Knob is rotated, the Parameter value or status is shown in the Display.

When a Parameter's stored value is changed, the Store LED lights, indicating that you need to store the changes. Changing Presets or turning off the power before storing changes will erase them and revert to the stored values for the Preset.

Diagram Description: An illustration of the RP100 front panel showing the Matrix section with callouts for "Use Select Button to Select Effect", "Parameter 1 Knob Adjusts Left Column", "Parameter 2 Knob Adjusts Center Column", and "Parameter 3 Knob Adjusts Right Column".

Storing/Copying a Preset

Once a Preset has been modified to your liking, you can store your settings to any of the 40 User Preset locations (Presets 1-40). The following steps outline the procedure for storing changes to a Preset or copying a Preset to a different location:

  1. Press the Store button once; the current Preset location will flash in the Display, prompting you to select a User Preset location.
  2. Select the User Preset location using the Footswitches.
  3. Press the Store button again to save the changes.

The procedure for copying one Preset to another location is the same. Simply use the Footswitches to select the Preset you want to copy, then follow the steps above.

Diagram Description: An illustration showing the RP100 front panel with callouts for the store process: "1. Press Store Display Flashes", "2. Select Destination with Footswitches", "3. Press Store Again".

Section Three - Effects and Parameters

About the Effects

The RP100 can be thought of as several different "virtual" amplifiers and individual, hi-tech stomp boxes. The order in which effects are connected can significantly impact the overall sound. The following diagram shows the order of the effects contained in the RP100.

Diagram Description: A block diagram showing the signal flow of effects: Pickup Simulator -> Compressor -> Wah -> Whammy -> Amp Modeling -> EQ -> Cabinet/Mic Emulator -> Noise Gate -> Volume Pedal -> Effects -> Delay -> Reverb.

Effect Definitions

Each Effect within the RP100 can be programmed to suit your personal tastes and application. Understanding how these Effects alter the sound, and how each Parameter affects the Effect, will help you achieve your desired sound. The following overview outlines what each Effect and Parameter does.

Pickup/Wah

The Pickup Simulator provides the thick tone of a humbucker pickup from a guitar with single coil pickups, or the bright edgy sound of a single coil pickup from a guitar with a humbucker. This allows you to have the best of both worlds without changing guitars during a performance.

Wah is an effect controlled by an Expression Pedal, making the guitar sound as if it's saying "Wah."

Compressor

A Compressor is used to increase sustain, tighten guitars, and prevent the signal from clipping the input of other effects. It sets a maximum boundary for the strength of a signal.

Amp Modeling

Amp Modeling is a technology that applies the tone of several popular modern and vintage amps. Amp Modeling also includes an acoustic guitar simulation.

Marshall® is a registered trademark of Marshall Amplification Plc. Vox® is a registered trademark of Korg UK. Fender, Matchless, and Mesa Boogie are trademarks of their respective companies and are in no way associated with DigiTech.

EQ (Equalization)

Equalization is an extremely useful tool used to further shape the tonal response of your guitar signal. The EQ in the RP100 is similar to the tone knobs on an amplifier. All three EQ parameters range from -12dB to +12 dB.

Cabinet/Gate

The Cabinet Modeling simulates different types of miked speaker cabinets. You have your choice of 3 Cabinet Types and 4 Mic Placements in relation to the speaker cabinet.

A Noise Gate is designed to eliminate noise while you are not playing.

Diagram Description: An illustration showing two speaker cabinets with arrows pointing to microphone positions, labeled 4, 3, 2, 1.

Effects

The Effects row is a multi-function module allowing selection of effects like Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, Tremolo, Panner, Rotary Speaker, Vibrato, Auto Yah™, Envelope, Pitch Shift, Detune, and Whammy™ effects. When the Effects row is selected, Parameter 3 knob chooses the Effect type; only one effect from this row can be used at a time. Parameters 1 and 2 knobs then adjust the individual parameters associated with the selected effect.

Chorus (CH)

A Chorus adds a short delay to your signal. The delayed signal is modulated in and out of tune and then mixed back with the original signal to create a thicker sound.

Flange (FL)

A Flanger uses the same principle as a Chorus but with a shorter delay time and added regeneration (repeats) to the modulating delay, resulting in an exaggerated up and down sweeping motion.

Phaser (PH)

A phaser splits the incoming signal, changes its phasing, and mixes it back with the original signal. As phasing changes, different frequencies cancel, resulting in a warm, twisting sound.

Tremolo (tr)

A Tremolo effect modulates the volume of the signal at an even rate.

Panner (Pa)

An Auto Panner modulates the sound from left to right at an even rate.

Vibrato (br)

A Vibrato effect modulates the pitch of the incoming signal at an even rate.

Rotary Speaker (RS)

Rotary Speaker emulates a device with a spinning horn and woofer. The rotation produces a sound panning from side to side, with a slight pitch change due to the Doppler effect.

Auto Yah™ (AY)

An Auto Yah™ combines Wah and Flanger characteristics, creating a human vowel sound like "Yah." It provides animation to the sound based on string attack.

Envelope Filter (En)

The Envelope Filter is a dynamic Wah effect that alters your sound based on how hard you play.

Pitch Shift (Pt)

Pitch Shifting copies the incoming signal, shifts the pitch of the copy to a different note, and mixes it back with the original signal, sounding like two guitars playing different notes.

Detune (dt)

A Detuner creates a copy of the incoming signal, slightly detunes it, and mixes it with the original. The result is a doubling effect, as if two guitars played the same part together.

Whammy™ (bd)

Whammy™ uses an Expression Pedal to bend the pitch of the incoming signal or add a bendable harmony. As the Pedal is moved, the note bends up or down.

Delay

Delay records a portion of the incoming signal and plays it back shortly after. The recording can repeat once or several times.

Reverb

Reverb in recorded material gives the listener a sense of being in an actual room or hall, making it a useful tool in recorded music.

Section Four - Other Functions

Expression Pedal

The rear panel includes an input for an expression pedal. Any passive volume pedal will operate as an expression pedal with the RP100. Connect from the output of a passive volume pedal to the Expression Pedal Input on the RP100. The expression pedal will control the RP100's Volume, Wah, or Whammy™ parameters. If Wah and Whammy are disabled, the expression pedal functions as a volume pedal. If Wah or Whammy™ effects are enabled, the expression pedal controls these effects.

Rhythm Trainer

The RP100 includes several sampled drum patterns useful for developing a sense of timing. Pressing the Rhythm button enables Rhythm mode and starts playback of the drum loop (except when in Store or Bypass mode). In Rhythm mode, Parameter 1 knob selects the drum Pattern, Parameter 2 knob adjusts the drum Tempo, and Parameter 3 knob adjusts the Level of the drum loop. Press the Rhythm button again to stop playback.

Factory Reset

This function resets the RP100 to its original factory settings, erasing all custom user Presets and recalibrating the Expression Pedal.

ATTENTION: Performing this function will erase all user-programmed data. All such data will be lost forever! Be sure you want to erase the memory and start fresh before continuing with this procedure.

The procedure for performing a Factory Reset is as follows:

  1. Disconnect the power supply from the RP100 (AC Power) or unplug the guitar from the input jack (battery power).
  2. Press and hold the Select button while re-connecting the power or plugging your guitar into the RP100's input.
  3. When the display shows "--", release the button, then press the Store button. The display will then read "rE" and the RP100 will reset to the original factory settings.

Section Five - Appendix

Specifications

Preset List (User/Factory)

User/FactoryPreset NameUser/FactoryPreset Name
1/41Big Solo21/61Tweedy
2/42Classic Clean22/62Match This!
3/43Chunk Rhythm23/63Voxy Vibe
4/44Auto Ya24/64Stacked
5/45Scoop25/65Jazzy Clean
6/46Octa Sub26/66Fusion
7/47High Gain Lad27/67Rotary Club
8/48Limpy28/68Clean 5ths
9/49Cowpie29/69Tweed Blues
10/50Vibro Thang30/70Muddy Acoustic
11/513rds Crunch31/71Slider
12/52Triplets32/72Texas Blues
13/53Boogie Dirt33/73Clean Funk
14/54Rectofy34/74Wahs Up
15/55Clean Tube35/75Be Bad
16/56Gainster36/76Auto Wah
17/57Crunch37/77Surfin
18/58Auto Swell38/78Foxy Mama
19/59Wailin'39/79Angus
20/60Studio Clean40/80Whamm Bamm

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