tc electronic M100 Stereo Multi-Effects Processor with Legendary TC Reverbs and Effects User Guide

tc electronic M100 Stereo Multi-Effects Processor with Legendary TC

Reverbs and Effects

Stereo Multi-Effects Processor with Legendary TC Reverbs and Effects

Important Safety Instructions

Terminals marked with this symbol carry electrical current of sufficient magnitude to constitute risk of electric shock. Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with ¼” TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. All other installations or modifications should be performed only by qualified personnel.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure – voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of shock.
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Caution
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the top cover (or the rear section). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain and moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing liquids and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

These services instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operation instructions. Repairs have to be performed by qualified service personnel.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
   A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding- type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety.
   If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Use only attachments/ accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
    Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

16. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

17. Correct disposal of this product:
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18. Do not install in a confined space, such as a bookcase or similar unit.

19. Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.

20. Please keep the environmental aspects of battery disposal in mind.
    Batteries must be disposed of at a battery collection point.

21. This apparatus may be used in tropical and moderate climates up to 45°C.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER
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Technical specifications, appearances and other information are subject to change without notice.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
For the applicable warranty terms and conditions and additional information regarding Music Tribe’s
Limited Warranty, please see complete details online at community.musictribe.com/pages/support#warranty.

M100 Hook-up

Step 1: Hook-Up

Step 1: Hook-Up

M100 im Insert-Weg eines Mixers

M100 Controls

Step 2: Controls

1. INPUT knob adjusts the input signal level.
2. INPUT LEDs light green when signal is entering one or both of the inputs, and lights red when the incoming signal clips the inputs. If the LEDs light red, lower the input knob.
3. OUTPUT knob adjusts the output level.
4. MIX knob adjusts the balance of the dry/unprocessed signal (fully counterclockwise) and the processed effect signal (fully clockwise).
5. BYPASS button enables and disables the effect signal. The adjacent LED will light when the unit is in bypass mode, leaving the sound unaffected.
6. EFFECTS knob selects one of the 16 effect presets. See the ´FX Descriptions´ chapter for details.
7. PARAMETER knob adjusts the first parameter of the currently-selected effect. The center position is the default setting for each preset. When changes are made for a preset, the settings will be temporarily saved until the unit is powered off. See the ´FX Parameters´ chapter for details.
8. TAP/SELECT button performs 2 functions:
   • TAP Tempo – for effects that have a time-based parameter, tapping this button in rhythm with the music will set delay time or modulation rate. The LED will flash to indicate the current tempo.
   • Parameter SELECT – for effects that have a parameter toggle, pressing this button once will change the parameter value, indicated by a lit LED.
9. POWER LED lights when the unit is powered on.
10. POWER INPUT accepts the included power supply.
11. FOOTSW(itch) jack accepts a ¼” TS cable for connection of a footswitch to remotely bypass the effect signal.
12. OUTPUT jacks send the processed signal via ¼” TRS connectors.
13. INPUT jacks accept
    ¼” TS or TRS cables from the source that will be processed. Use the Input 1 (left) for mono signals.

FX Descriptions

Effects| Description| | ****

Flanger

| Gives a signal a wonderful “retro” touch. Flanger has always been a popular effect for guitars and keyboards, but you can also produce interesting sounds in combination with drums, vocals or other signals.|
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Cathedral

| Simulates the reverberation heard in big cathedrals. This effect is

characterized by a long reverb and very specific echoes. It works well with solo instruments and vocals.

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Phaser

| This effect adds a copy of the input signal, however, shifted in phase. Phaser is a traditional guitar, electric piano and keyboard effect, but you can also produce distinctive effect sounds in combination with drums or other signals.|

Concert

| Simulates the reverberation in a mid-size concert hall. The preset is well suited for all natural instruments such as piano. When used sparingly, it also gives vocals an interesting touch, for example, in ballads.|

Rotary

| Simulates the accelerating, braking and rotating movements of a Leslie loudspeaker system. The fast rotation produces a characteristic tremolo effect. Traditionally, this is an effect for electronic organ, however, it can also be used for other signals.|

Club

| Simulates the cozy atmosphere of a mid-size jazz club or theater. This reverb is characterized by its early reflections and short decay. The preset works well with vocals, electric piano, drums, saxophone and other instruments.|

Chamber

| Simulates the typical characteristics of a chamber. The preset is well suited for drums, guitars and vocals or whenever you need an unobtrusive reverb to breathe some life into a signal.| ****

Pitch Shift

| This effect adds another signal to the original signal, below or above the original pitch.

This effect is particularly suited to enhance the sound of guitars and vocals by a soft detuning, or can be used for extreme voice effects heard in comic or animated movies.

|

Gold Plate

| Simulates the legendary sound of a gold foil reverb plate as used in former studio reverb units. This effect features a very dense sound of its own and is particularly suited to produce a very distinct reverb, e.g. for drums and vocals.|
Delay + Reverb| This is a useful combination of the Delay and Concert effects which works particularly well with guitars, keyboards and vocals.|

Gated Reverb

| Simulates the reverb type cut off by a gate, which was very popular in the 80´s. This effect was typically used with snare or kick drums, but can be used to achieve interesting effects with other instruments too.|
Chorus + Reverb| Combines the Chorus and Club effects, providing a classic effect for guitars and electric pianos.|

Reverse Reverb

| Produces a reverb which has its reverb tail reversed. Consequently, the reverb volume does not decrease over time but increases. This preset can be used

for unusual effects with the most varied kinds of signals. A very popular application is to use it for snare drums.

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Ambience

| Provides the signal with spatial information, however, does not produce an audible reverb. The preset works well with drums, keyboards, guitars and vocals or whenever you need an unobtrusive room sound without reverb.|

Delay

| Produces several echoes/delays of the input signal, reduces them in level and adds them to the original signal (echo effect). Use the Delay preset to create effects which are very interesting in terms of rhythm. This preset can be used for virtually any instrument. It is particularly useful for keyboards, guitars and vocals.|
Chorus| Adds a warm touch to the original signal, giving more body and width. Chorus can be used for virtually any signals which should sound a bit fuller.|

FX Parameters

Specifications

Other important information

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2. Malfunction. Should your
   Music Tribe Authorized Reseller not be located in your vicinity, you may contact the Music Tribe
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3. Power Connections.
   Before plugging the unit into a power socket, please make sure you are using the correct mains voltage for your particular model.
   Faulty fuses must be replaced with fuses of the same type and rating without exception.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION

Responsible Party Name: Music Tribe Commercial NV Inc.
Address: 122 E. 42nd St.1,
8th Floor NY, NY 10168,
United States
Email Address: [email protected]
M100
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. this device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Important information:
Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Music Tribe can void the user’s authority to use the equipment.

Hereby, Music Tribe declares that this product is in compliance with Directive 2014/35/EU, Directive
2014/30/EU, Directive 2011/65/EU and Amendment 2015/863/EU, Directive 2012/19/EU, Regulation
519/2012 REACH SVHC and Directive 1907/2006/EC.
Full text of EU DoC is available at https://community.musictribe.com/

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