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Thank you for purchasing the FX-1—and congratulations: You now own one of the coolest and most sophisticated pieces of audio signal-processing available. Offering a superb level of processing and sound quality, the FX-1’s specially designed integrated circuits and straightforward user interface quickly and easily gives you access to all of its features.

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Two banks of 15 studio crafted presets.

30 effects algorithms including: reverb, delay, chorus, phase shifting, pitch shifting, tremolo, panning, multi-effect combinations, and true stereo effects.

Multi-effects processing offering up to three effects at once.

Dual Processing effects for processing each channel individually.

“More” options for each preset for more of the processing you need!

Adjustable input and output levels.

1/4” stereo inputs and outputs.

Portable design - Put it anywhere, take it anywhere.

Very low noise and wide dynamic range.

Designed & Manufactured in the USA.

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Despite the FX-1’s sophistication, it’s easy to interface the unit with other equipment. All connections are made at the back of the

FX-1. Standard 1/4” inputs and outputs make patching simple.

Note: For best audio quality, always use high quality cables.

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The input is single-ended (unbalanced) with an impedance of 470k ohms.

NOTE: Because the FX-1 is designed for line-level or instrument operation, we don’t recommended plugging microphones directly into it. This is because most microphones have a very low output and need to run into a mic preamp before anything. Use either a mic preamp (like the A R T Tube MP), a mixer, or an amp’s preamp section to boost the level first (use the effects loop output, reverb send or channel insert from a mixer or amp). A higher signal level from a preamp or effects loop assures an optimum signal-to-noise ratio in the FX-1, keeping hiss and distortion to a minimum.

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The output is single-ended (unbalanced) with a source impedance of 1k ohm.

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Insert the supplied 9 Volt AC adapter’s plug into the input labeled

POWER on the FX-1’s back panel. The FX-1 is powered by an external 9 Volt AC adapter. Always make sure that its output plug is securely plugged into the rear of the FX-1, and that the adapter is held firmly in an electrical outlet. Never operate the FX-1 or AC adapter in the rain or in wet locations. If the AC adapter’s cord is ever cut or damaged, discontinue using it and replace the adapter with a new one. To prolong its life, unplug the adapter when the

FX-1 is not in use. Refer to the label on the adapter or the specifications later in this manual for the appropriate operating voltages.

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You can vary the mix of dry (unprocessed) and wet (processed) signals with this knob. When the Mix knob is set fully counterclockwise, no effect is present at the output. Turning the Mix control fully clockwise produces effected signal only. Use this control to set the desired effect level to your sound.

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When power is applied to the FX-1, the On LED lights green. The

Clip (Clp) LED serves as the signal clip indicator. If to much signal is applied to the FX-1, this LED lights red. If the LED is constantly lit, reduce the input level to the FX-1 or set the In Level switch to the normal (Out) position.

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Input and Output level switches are provided for you to optimize the operating level of the FX-1 to your system. On initial set up, start with these switches in their Out position. As the panel reads, if you need more level either into or out of the FX-1 press the appropriate switch to its In position.

To optimize your levels, set the switches so your Effect signal level is the same as your Bypass level.

NOTE: When using the FX-1 in an effects loop of an amplifier, depending on the amplifier, you may have to set the input and output level switches in different positions to optimize your amplifier

(i.e. your input switch may be set to the “more” (in) position and the output switch may be set to the normal (out) position or vice versa).

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Select which preset you want by turning the Preset Selector knob to the preset number. The number corresponds to the preset chart printed on the top panel of the FX-1.

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There are two banks of 15 presets in the FX-1. Bank A is selected when the bank select switch is in its Out position. Bank B is selected when the bank select switch is pressed In.

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Pressing the More switch in any preset gives you an enhanced version of the preset. For example, if you’ve currently selected a hall reverb, pressing the More switch will increase the decay time, alter the predelay and alter the EQ characteristics of that reverb. The result is a completely new sound for you to work with. Use the

More function for those times when the preset you’ve selected is

“almost” what you need.

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Each bank of presets has one Bypass setting. To bypass the FX-1, simply select the BY option with the preset encoder.

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If using the FX-1 with a single (mono) input, connect the cable to the left input. The FX-1 will automatically send this signal to both processors and will produce a stereo image at the output.

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Connect a cable between your mixer’s send and the FX-1’s left input. If using a stereo send, or two sends, connect the second send to the FX-1’s right input. Connect the FX-1’s left and right outputs to your mixer’s returns. Set the FX-1’s Mix control to Wet.

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Some mixers are designed to accommodate effects on each input channel via “channel inserts,” or “patch points.” These often consist of a single 1/4” phone jack acting as both send and return, requiring a dual-mono-to-TRS (tip/ring/sleeve) plug configuration.

Check your mixer’s owner’s manual to determine which plug of the dual-mono-to-TRS cable acts as a send, and which acts as a return. Connect the insert send to the FX-1’s left input and the FX-

1’s left output to the insert’s return. Adjust the mix control for the

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When patching the FX-1 into a guitar (or other instrument) amplifier’s input, plug the instrument into the FX-1’s input. Connect a cable from the FX-1’s output to the amp’s input. Adjust the mix control for the desired blend of dry and processed signal. n a n e oo p

If you’re patching the FX-1 into an amplifier’s effects loop, use one cable between the amp’s effects Send jack and the FX-1’s Input.

Run a second cable from the FX-1’s Output to the amp’s Effects

Return jack. If the return is stereo, connect the FX-1’s other output to the second Return jack. Set the FX-1’s mix control to its midpoint to start. Set the Input/Output Inst/line switches to match the

Bypass level. Use the Mix control to set the desired effect level.

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0 1 -- H allll R ev

More option: Warm hall with 4.0 sec decay

0 2 -- C mb err R ev b -- Bright chamber with 1.8 sec. decay

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0 5 -- G e R ev

More option: Warm chamber with 3.0 sec decay

More option: Bright plate with 2.5 sec decay

0 4 -- R m R ev e R ev

More option: Ambient room with 1.6sec decay

0 6 -- R ve

0 7 -- S

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More option: 200ms reverse erre o C uss -- Slow, wide (67%) chorus

More option: Med., narrow (6%) chorus erre o F ng

More option: Med., wide (67%) with 50% regen.

0 9 -- D ella y -- 260ms delay, no regeneration

More option: 420ms delay with 15% regen.

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1 1 -- D ou blliin

More option: 250ms stereo delay ella y -- 55ms stereo doubling delay

More option: 70ms stereo doubling delay

1 2 -- P h S

More option: 5th up

1 3 -- T mo

1 4 -- R ev errb

More option: med., deep depth

& P an err -- 1.0 sec room with slow panning

More option: 1.4 sec room with med panning

1 5 -- T mo Re ve

More option: med. tremolo with 1.6 sec. room

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0 1 -- R ev errb & D ella

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0 3 -- C orru

More option: 1.2 sec. bright room with 180ms delay

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More option: Med. flange with 420ms delay

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0 4 -- C orru

More option: Med. chorus with 2.5 sec. hall

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0 5 -- R ev errb

More option: M d.. chorus with 420ms delay

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More option: 200ms delay, 1.0s room, med. chorus

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More option: 100ms delay, 1.2s room, med. flange

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More option:Left channel - 300ms delay

Right channel - 200ms gated reverb

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More option:Left channel - Med. chorus

Right channel - 200ms gated reverb

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More option:Left channel - Med. flange

Right channel - 150ms gated reverb ne ev

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& sslla p d ella y -- 65ms delay & .8s room

More option:Left channel - 80ms delay & .5s room

Right channel - Med. flange

1 1 -- L efftt c ha ne ev & sslla p d ella y -- 60ms delay & 1.0s room

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More option:Left channel - 75ms delay & .8s room

Right channel - Med. chorus

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More option:Left channel - 1.2 sec. room

Right channel - Med. flange

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More option:Left channel - 1.5 sec. room

Right channel - Slow chorus

1 4 -- D oo ev b -- 0.4 sec. true stereo room reverb

More option: 0.8 sec. true stereo room reverb

1 5 -- D all p e rre ve

More option: 1.0 sec. true stereo plate reverb

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Dimensions

Weight

Connections

Presets

Input impedance

Output impedance

Maximum input level

Maximum output level

5.0”H X 5.5”W X 2.0”H

1.5 Lbs

Stereo In/Out 1/4” phone

30 (60 with “more” options)

470k ohms

1k ohm

+6dBv Line, -4dBv Inst

+6dBv Line, -4dBv Inst

Dynamic range

Total harmonic distortion (THD) dry >100dB (20-20kHz) wet >90dB (20-20kHz) dry <.01% @ 1kHz wet <.015% @ 1kHz

Power Requirements 9 Volts A.C. @ 250ma (typ)

ART retains a policy of constant product improvement. Therefore, specifications are subject to change without notice.

ART reserves the right to make changes in design or make additions to or improvements upon this product without any obligation to install the same on products previously manufactured.

Designed and manufactured in the United States of America.

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Warranty service for this unit will be provided by Applied Research

& Technology, Inc. in accordance with the following warrant statement.

Applied Research & Technology, Inc. (ART) warrants to the original purchaser that this product and the components thereof will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of three years from the date of purchase. Applied Research &

Technology, Inc. will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective product or component parts upon prepaid delivery to the factory service department or authorized service center, accompanied by proof of purchase date in the form of a valid sales receipt.

EXCLUSIONS: This warranty does not apply in the event of misuse or abuse of the product or as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs. This warranty is void if the serial number is altered, defaced, or removed.

ART reserves the right to make changes in design or make additions to or improvements upon this product without any obligation to install the same on products previously manufactured.

ART shall not be liable for any consequential damages, including without limitation damages resulting from loss of use. Some states do not allow limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

For units purchased outside the United States, service will be provided by an authorized distributor of Applied Research &

Technology, Inc.

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The following information is provided in the unlikely event that your unit requires service. Use this procedure to return units in the

United States only. For service outside the United States, please contact your authorized A R T distributor.

1) Be sure that the unit is the cause of the problem. Check to make sure the unit has power supplied, all cables are connected correctly, and the cables themselves are in working condition.

2) If you find the unit to be at fault, write down a description of the problem, including how and when the problem occurs.

3) Call the factory for a Return Authorization (RA) number.

4) Pack the unit in its original carton or a reasonable substitute.

The packing box is not recommended for a shipping carton. Put the packaged unit in another box for shipping. Print the RA number clearly under the address.

5) Include with your unit: a return shipping address (we cannot ship to a P.O. Box), a copy of your purchase receipt, a daytime phone number, and a description of the problem.

6) Ship the unit to:

APPLIED RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY, INC.

215 TREMONT STREET

ROCHESTER, NY 14608

ATTN: REPAIR DEPARTMENT

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7) Contact our customer service department at (716) 436-2720 for your Return Authorization number or questions regarding repairs.

Customer Service hours are 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern Time,

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