GFI SYSTEM Skylar Reverb Pedal User Manual

GFI SYSTEM Skylar Reverb Pedal

Inputs

Skylar accepts mono input or stereo inputs. For mono input operation use a standard mono (TS) patch cable and for stereo operation use a stereo (TRS) cable. If the stereo input signals come from an equipment that has separate Left and Right channel output jacks you will need to use a splitter cable like this:

To obtain the optimal sound quality, depending whether you use Mono or Stereo inputs, the pedal must be configured accordingly. This is done in Global Settings.

Outputs

Skylar may be used for mono output or stereo outputs. For mono output use a standard mono (TS) patch cable and for stereo outputs use a stereo (TRS) cable. If the stereo output signals are fed to an equipment that has separate Left and Right channel input jacks you will need to use a splitter cable like the one pictured above.

You do not need to configure anything for using mono or stereo outputs.

Expression Input

An expression pedal may be used to control any one of the primary parameters, alternatively a tap tempo pedal may be used to remotely send tap tempo signal to the pedal.

Expression Pedal requirement.
Some expression pedal on the market has its wiper connected to the Ring instead, this will not work with Skylar. Make sure you get the suitable type : Wiper-to-Tip.

Wiper resistance value should be 10 to 20 KOhm.

Tap Tempo Input

A tap-tempo pedal may be connected to the EXP/TAP input to remotely tap in the tempo. The switch contact must be ‘Normally-Opened’ (NO) type.

Auto detection
Upon power up Skylar will automatically detect the presence (or absence) of an expression pedal or a tap-tempo pedal. Therefore, after plugging/unplugging the external gear you need to reboot Skylar to let it detect the changes.

Knobs and Buttons

Every knob is also a button. The following operations can be done on each knob :

Here’s a summary of what each knob and each switch does, this is just a quick reference, more detailed explanation will be given in the next chapter.

KNOB 1, 2, and 3

• Turn – adjust primary parameters.
• Push – toggle expression mapping for the parameter.
• Hold – enter expression heel/toe value setup.
• Twist – Adjust secondary parameter (see table below).

KNOB 4

• Turn – select modes.
• Push – Enter OPTIONS menu.
• Hold – enter GLOBALS setting menu.
• Twist – Adjust secondary parameter (see table below).
  Modes| Primary Parameters| Secondary Parameters
  ---|---|---
  knob 1| knob 2| knob 3| knob 1| knob 2| knob 3| knob 4
  SPATIUM| Modulation| Decay| Level| Lows| Highs| Predelay| Panorama
  SHIMMER| Shimmer| Decay| Level| Mode| Highs| Pitch| Panorama
  PLATE| Modulation| Decay| Level| Lows| Highs| Predelay| Panorama
  TREMBLE| Trem Speed| Decay| Level| Shape| Highs| Trem Depth| Panorama

Footswitches and LEDs

Momentary Operation

Ramping

A/B – TAP switch Priority.
Priority for the AB/TAP footswitch can be reversed in Global setting (see page 6 for details).

Saving Presets

If, after entering the Preset-Save scene, you change your mind and would like to exit without saving any changes, you can do so by :

• Holding both buttons again for 2 seconds.
  OR

• Doing nothing for 5 seconds, you will automatically return to the main scene.

Options

options settings are specified on per/preset basis.

Global Setting

The Priority setting determines how the A/B-Tap button behaves.
Priority set to A/B (default)

• Tapping the A/B-Tap button toggles between preset A and preset B.
• Holding the A.B-Tap button for 1 second enters tap-tempo mode where the button functions as tap-tempo button. The button reverts back its normal function as preset- change button after 2 seconds of non-activity on the button.

Priority set to Tap-Tempo

• Tapping the A/B-Tap button sets a new tempo.
• Holding the A.B-Tap button for 1 second toggles between preset A and preset B.

Expression / Ramping Setup

Up to 3 primary parameters may be mapped to the expression pedal / ramping function.

Setting up the Heel and Toe values for expression pedal (and ramping function).
Suppose you want to map a parameter knob to the expression pedal or the ramping function :

• Turn the knob until you find the desired Heel value.

• Hold down the knob. After 2 seconds the screen will show the Heel / Toe information, keep holding the knob down.

• Now turn the knob (while still holding it down) to find the desired Toe value. When you find it, release the knob.

The parameter is now mapped to the expression pedal and ramping function. Rocking the expression pedal will sweep the mapped parameter to any value within the range specified by Heel and Toe values.

The Toe value set using the above procedure will also be the “end value” for the Ramping function.
Changes to the Heel and Toe values are automatically saved into the current preset.

Factory Reset

Turn the MODES knob to select No / Yes, then push the MODES button to confirm – factory reset will be performed and the pedal will start as normal.

Specifications :

• Input impedance : 1 MOhm.
• Output impedance : 1K Ohm.
• DAC / ADC resolution : 24 bits.
• Current consumption : ~110 mA.
• Weight : 0.6 Kg (1.6 lbs).
• Dimension : 12 (L) x 7.2 (W) x 5.5 (H) cm
• Power source : 9VDC (negative center).

Key Features :

• 2 presets.
• 4 select reverb algorithms.
• Mono / Stereo input and output.
• Expression pedal and tap-tempo input.
• Momentary action supported.

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CUSTOMER SERVICE

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Email : info@gfisystem.com (inquiry)
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References

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