Увод
The Walrus Audio MAKO Series ACS1 is an advanced amp and cab simulator pedal designed to provide a wide range of classic amplifier tones and cabinet simulations directly to your sound system or recording interface. This manual will guide you through the features, setup, operation, and maintenance of your ACS1 pedal.
Слика 1: Фронт view of the Walrus Audio MAKO Series ACS1 pedal, showcasing its control knobs and footswitches.
Сетуп
Захтеви за напајање
The ACS1 requires a standard 9VDC power supply with a minimum of 300mA, center-negative polarity. Ensure your power supply meets these specifications to prevent damage to the unit.
Слика 2: Позади view of the ACS1 showing the 9VDC power input, USB port, headphone jack, and mono/stereo outputs.
Везе
- Input (Mono/Stereo): Connect your instrument or the output of other pedals to the input jack(s). For mono operation, use the MONO IN jack. For stereo, use both STEREO IN and MONO IN.
- Output (Mono/Stereo): Connect the ACS1 to your amplifier, mixer, or audio interface. For mono output, use the MONO OUT jack. For stereo, use both MONO OUT and STEREO OUT.
- Излаз за слушалице: A dedicated 3.5mm stereo jack for silent practice.
- УСБ порт: Used for firmware updates and loading custom Impulse Responses (IRs) via a computer.
- MIDI IN/THRU: For external MIDI control of the pedal's functions and presets.
Слика 3: Input jacks (Mono and Stereo).
Слика 4: MIDI IN and THRU ports.
Упутство за употребу
Цонтролс Оверview
The ACS1 features a comprehensive set of controls to shape your tone.
Слика 5: Детаљно view of the ACS1 control panel.
- BASS, MID, TREB: Three-band EQ controls to adjust the low, mid, and high frequencies of your tone.
- ВОЛ: Контролише укупну излазну јачину звука педале.
- ДОБИТАК: Adjusts the amount of overdrive and distortion, simulating the gain stagе оф ан ampлифиер.
- СОБА: Controls the amount of simulated room reverb, from a dry, isolated sound to a large studio environment.
- AMP Toggle Switch (Fullerton, London, Dartford): Selects one of three iconic ampмодели лифиера.
- Фуллертон: Inspired by classic American clean amps.
- Лондон: Based on British rock ampлифиерс.
- Дартфорд: Emulates a chimey, British-voiced amp.
- CAB Toggle Switch (A, B, C): Selects one of three cabinet impulse responses (IRs). These can be customized via USB.
- L+R Toggle Switch: Determines how the amp and cab models are applied in stereo.
- L: Applies the selected amp/cab to the left channel only.
- R: Applies the selected amp/cab to the right channel only.
- +: Applies the selected amp/cab to both left and right channels.
- Ножни прекидач за заобилажење: Укључује/искључује ефекат.
- БООСТ ножни прекидач: Activates a preset boost in volume and/or gain.
- Дугме ПРЕСЕТ: Cycles through onboard presets. The ACS1 stores 3 onboard presets (128 via MIDI).
Чување унапред подешених поставки
To save a preset, adjust the controls to your desired settings. Press and hold the PRESET button until the LED flashes, indicating the preset has been saved.
Стерео операција
The ACS1 allows for flexible stereo routing. You can run the same amp model through both channels or assign different amp models to each channel using the L+R toggle switch and separate settings for each side.
Одржавање
Чишћење
To clean the pedal, use a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using abrasive cleaners or solvents, as these can damage the finish and internal components.
Ажурирања фирмвера
Walrus Audio periodically releases firmware updates to enhance features and improve performance. Connect the ACS1 to your computer via the USB port and visit the Walrus Audio website for instructions and software to perform updates. Keeping your firmware updated ensures optimal performance and access to the latest features.
Решавање проблема
| Проблем | Могући узрок | Решење |
|---|---|---|
| Нема излаза звука. | Incorrect power supply, incorrect cable connections, pedal in bypass mode, volume knob set to zero. |
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| Distorted or unwanted noise. | Excessive GAIN setting, incompatible power supply, ground loop. |
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| Pedal not responding to MIDI. | Incorrect MIDI cable connection, incorrect MIDI channel, MIDI settings not configured. |
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Спецификације
- Модел: АЦС1
- Број модела ставке: 900-1057
- Бренд: Walrus Audio
- Захтеви за напајање: 9VDC, 300mA, Center-Negative
- Димензије: 570.87 x 452.76 x 295.28 inches (Note: This dimension seems unusually large for a pedal and might be a packaging dimension. Refer to manufacturer's official product page for exact pedal dimensions.)
- Тежина артикла: 0.018 ounces (Note: This weight seems unusually low for a pedal and might be an error. Refer to manufacturer's official product page for exact pedal weight.)
- Повезивање: Mono/Stereo Input, Mono/Stereo Output, Headphone Output, USB, MIDI IN/THRU
- Карактеристике: 3 Amp Models, 3 Cab IRs (expandable), 3 Onboard Presets (128 via MIDI), 3-Band EQ, Room Reverb, Boost Function.
Гаранција и подршка
For warranty information, technical support, or further assistance with your Walrus Audio MAKO Series ACS1, please visit the official Walrus Audio webсајт или директно контактирајте њихову корисничку подршку. Сачувајте доказ о куповини за потребе гаранције.