LD Systems FX 300 2-Channel Pedal with 16 Digital Effects User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- LD Systems
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USER´S MANUAL
FX 300
2-CHANNEL PEDAL WITH 16 DIGITAL EFFECTS LDFX300
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We have designed this product to operate reliably over many years. LD Systems stands for this with its name and many years of experience as a manufacturer of high-quality audio products. Please read this User`s Manual carefully, so that you can begin making optimum use of your LD Systems product quickly.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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Please read these instructions carefully.
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Keep all information and instructions in a safe place.
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Follow the instructions.
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Observe all safety warnings. Never remove safety warnings or other information from the equipment.
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Use the equipment only in the intended manner and for the intended purpose.
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Use only sufficiently stable and compatible stands and/or mounts (for fixed installations). Make certain that wall mounts are properly installed and secured. Make certain that the equipment is installed securely and cannot fall down.
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During installation, observ e the applicable safety regulations for your country.
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Never install and operate the equipment near radiators, heat registers, ovens or other sources of heat. Make certain that the equipment is always installed so that is cooled sufficiently and cannot overheat.
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Never place sources of ignition, e.g., burning candles, on the equipment.
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Ventilation slits must not be blocked.
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Keep a minimum distance of 20 cm around and above the device.
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Do not use this equipment in the immediate vicinity of water (does not apply to special outdoor equipment – in this case, observe the special instructions noted below. Do not expose this equipment to flammable materials, fluids or gases. Avoid direct sunlight!
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Make certain that dripping or splashed water cannot enter the equipment. Do not place containers filled with liquids, such as vases or drinking vessels, on the equipment.
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Make certain that objects cannot fall into the device.
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Use this equipment only with the accessories recommended and intended by the manufacturer.
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Do not open or modify this equipment.
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After connecting the equipment, check all cables in order to prevent damage or accidents, e.g., due to tripping hazards.
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During transport, make certain that the equipment cannot fall down and possibly cause property damage and personal injuries.
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If your equipment is no longer functioning properly, if fluids or objects have gotten inside the equipment or if it has been damaged in anot her way, switch it off immediately and unplug it from the mains outlet (if it is a powered device). This equipment may only be repaired by authorized, qualified personnel.
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Clean the equipment using a dry cloth.
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Comply with all applicable disposal laws in your country. During disposal of packaging, please separate plastic and paper/cardboard.
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Plastic bags must be kept out of reach of children.
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Please note that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user´s authority to operate the equipment.
FOR EQUIPMENT THAT CONNECTS TO THE POWER MAINS -
CAUTION: If the power cord of the device is equipped with an earthing contact, then it must be connected to an outlet with a protective ground. Never deactivate the protective ground of a power cord.
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If the equipment has been exposed to strong fluctuations in temperature (for example, after transport), do not switch it on immediately. Moisture and condensation could damage the equipment. Do not switch on the equipment until it has reached room temperature.
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Before connecting the equipment to the power outlet, first verify that the mains voltage and frequency match the values specified on the equipment. If the equipment has a voltage selection switch, connect the equipment to the power outlet only if the equipment values and the mains power values match. If the included power cord or power adapter does not fit in your wall outlet, contact your electrician.
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Do not step on the power cord. Make certain that the power cable does not become kinked, especially at the mains outlet and/or power adapter and the equipment connector.
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When connecting the equipment, make certain that the power cord or power adapter is always freely accessible. Always disconnect the equipment from the power supply if the equipment is not in use or if you want to clean the equipment. Always unplug the power cord and power adapter from the power outlet at the plug or adapter and not by pulling on the cord. Never touch the power cord and power adapter with wet hands.
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Whenever possible, avoid switching the equipment on and off in quick succession because otherwise this can shorten the useful life of the equipment.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Replace fuses only with fuses of the same type and rating. If a fuse blows repeatedly, please contact an authorised service centre.
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To disconnect the equipment from the power mains completely, unplug the power cord or power adapter from the power outlet.
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If your device is equipped with a Volex power connector, the mating Volex equipment connector must be unlocked before it can be removed. However, this also means that the equipment can slide and fall down if the power cable is pulled, which can lead to personal injuries and/or other damage. For this reason, always be careful when laying cables.
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Unplug the power cord and power adapter from the power outlet if there is a risk of a lightning strike or before extended periods of disuse.
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The appliance is not to be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge.
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Children must be instructed not to play with the device.
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If the power cord of the device is damaged, do not use the device. The power cord must be replaced by an adequate cable or assembly from an authorized service center.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). There are
no user serviceable parts inside. Maintenance and repairs should be
exclusively carried out by qualified service personnel.
The warning triangle with lightning symbol indicates dangerous uninsulated voltage inside the unit, which may cause an electrical shock.
The warning triangle with exclamation mark indicates important operating and maintenance instructions.
Warning! This device is designed for use below 2000 metres in
altitude.
Warning! This product is not intended for use in tropical
climates.
CAUTION! HIGH VOLUMES IN AUDIO PRODUCTS!
This device is meant for professional use. Therefore, commercial use of this
equipment is subject to the respectively applicable national accident
prevention rules and regulations. As a manufacturer, Adam Hall is obligated to
notify you formally about the existence of potential health risks.
Hearing damage due to high volume and prolonged exposure: When in use, this
product is capable of producing high sound-pressure levels (SPL) that can lead
to irreversible hearing damage in performers, employees, and audience members.
For this reason, avoid prolonged exposure to volumes in excess of 90 dB.
INTRODUCTION
The LD Systems FX300 is an intuitive 2-channel mixer with an integrated effects module. It is equipped with a high-impedance instrument input for stringed instruments with pickups. Thanks to its built-in 48 V phantom power, the microphone channel is suitable for both dynamic and condenser microphones.
CONNECTIONS, OPERATING AND DISPLAY ELEMENTS
1 DC SOCKET
Low-voltage socket for the power supply of the device (mains adapter not
supplied, 9 V DC 250 mA, centre-negative barrel plug, 5.5 mm external
diameter, 2.1 mm internal).
2 POWER
On/off switch. Upon switching on, the SIG and FX CLIP indicator LEDs light up
briefly.
3 MIC CH
Microphone input with combined XLR and jack socket for connecting dynamic or
condenser microphones. 48 V phantom power is always present at the XLR socket.
The microphone channel’s jack socket is of a higher impedance than the XLR
socket and is also suitable for microphones with a high output level. Use the
MUTE ALL button to mute the device before connecting or disconnecting a
microphone.
4 INSTR CH INPUT
High-impedance instrument input with 6.3 mm jack socket. Use the MUTE ALL
button to mute the device before connecting or disconnecting an instrument.
5 INSTR CH INSERT
Series insert for the instrument channel. The insert socket facilitates the
insertion of an external effects unit (e.g. phaser, flanger or chorus) to the
instrument channel. To do so, you require an insert cable with a 6.3 mm stereo
jack plug on one end (Ring = Send, Tip = Return) and two 6.3 mm mono jack
plugs on the other end.
6 MIX OUT UNBAL
Unbalanced line output for connection to an instrument amplifier (6.3 mm jack
socket). The signal is a mix of the instrument and microphone channels.
7 MIX OUT BAL
Balanced line output with male 3-pin XLR socket. The signal is a mix of the
instrument and microphone channels. This output is used with an XLR microphone
cable to connect the mixer to an active speaker, for example.
8 INSTR CH
Operating and display elements for the instrument channel.
GAIN - Controls amplification of the instrument signal. The
corresponding SIG LED indicator lights up white when a signal is present. If
the signal is 1 dB below the distortion threshold, the LED lights up violet.
If the instrument input is driven beyond the distortion threshold, the SIG LED
lights up red and signal distortion may occur. Set the Gain control so that
the SIG LED does not light up red when there are volume peaks.
TONE - 10 kHz high-shelf equalizer. In the centre position, the signal
is unaffected. Turn to the left to reduce highs by up to 8 dB. Turn to the
right to increase highs by up to 7 dB.
FX SEND - Level control for mixing the instrument signal with the
internal digital effects processor. Ensure that the red FX CLIP LED does not
light up.
9 MIC CH
Operating and display elements for the microphone channel.
GAIN - Controls amplification of the microphone signal. The
corresponding SIG LED indicator lights up white when a signal is present. If
the signal is 1 dB below the distortion threshold, the LED lights up violet.
If the instrument input is driven beyond the distortion threshold, the SIG LED
lights up red and signal distortion may occur. Set the Gain control so that
the SIG LED does not light up red when there are volume peaks.
TONE – 8 kHz high-shelf equalizer. In the centre position the signal is
unaffected. Turn to the left to reduce highs by up to 8 dB. Turn to the right
to increase highs by up to 5 dB.
FX SEND – Level control for mixing the microphone signal with the
internal digital effects processor. Ensure that the red FX CLIP LED does not
light up.
10 DIGITAL EFFECTS PROCESSOR
Rotate the encoder to select one of the 16 effects presets. A list of
available effects is printed above the preset encoder. The red FX CLIP LED
lights up if the signal reaches the distortion threshold of the internal
effects processor. To avoid signal distortion, ensure that the FX CLIP LED
does not light up if there are volume peaks. Reduce the effects send level
control FX SEND on the affected channel.
11 MIX OUT
Level control for the combined MIX OUT line out signal. Rotate to the left to
decrease and to the right to increase the volume.
12 FX MUTE
Button for muting the effects signal. Push the button to mute the effects
signal and once again to unmute it. When muted, the corresponding red
indicator LED lights up.
13 MUTE ALL
Button for muting the combined signal. Push the button to mute the combined
signal and once again to unmute it. When muted, the corresponding red
indicator LED lights up.
14 BATTERY COMPARTMENT
Battery compartment for the 9 V block battery. To replace the battery, open
the battery compartment by pushing the compartment lid lever in the direction
marked “OPEN” and flip the lid upwards. Remove the used battery, attach the
clip to the new battery (1 x 9 V block, alkaline) and insert it in the battery
compartment. Replace the battery compartment cover on the housing and click it
into place. If you do not use the device for a long period, remove the battery
to prevent damage to the device from a leaking battery.
15 MOUNTING POINTS
CABLING EXAMPLE
TECHNICAL DATA
| Product number: | LDFX300 |
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| Product type: | Artist Pedal |
| Type: | Live/home recording |
| No. of channels: | 2 |
Microphone channels
Microphone channels:| 1
Microphone channel input connections:| XLR/6.3 mm combination jack
Microphone channel XLR input type:| Electronically balanced
Microphone channel frequency response:| 50 Hz (HPF) to 20 kHz (-3 dB)
Microphone channel XLR input gain range:| 42 dB
Microphone channel XLR input THD:| <0.03%
Microphone channel XLR input impedance:| 6 kOhm
Microphone channel XLR input S/N ratio:| <103 dB (a)
Phantom power:| +48 V DC on XLR input
Microphone channel jack input type:| Electronically balanced
Microphone channel jack input gain range:| 20 dB
Microphone channel jack input THD:| <0.045%
Microphone channel jack input impedance:| 10 kOhm
Microphone channel jack input S/N ratio:| 106 dB
Microphone channel EQ:| +5/-8 dB @ 8 kHz
Microphone channel controls:| GAIN, TONE, FX SEND
Microphone channel display elements:| Channel signal, tri-colour LED (SIG)
Instrument channels
Instrument channels:| 1
Instrument channel input type:| Unbalanced high impedance
Instrument channel gain range:| 23 dB
Instrument channel THD:| <0.03%
Instrument channel impedance:| 1M Ohm
Instrument channel S/N ratio:| 115 dB
Instrument channel EQ:| +7/-8 dB @ 10 kHz
Instrument channel insert:| 1
Instrument channel insert connections:| 6.3 mm stereo jack (TIP = Return/RING
= Send)
Instrument channel controls:| GAIN, TONE, FX SEND
Instrument channel display elements:| Channel signal, tri-colour LED (SIG)
Main section
Line outputs:| 2
Line output connections:| XLR and 6.3 mm jack
XLR output level:| Max. +17 dBu, balanced
XLR output impedance:| 150 ohms
Jack output level:| Max. +5 dBV, unbalanced
Jack output impedance:| 40 ohms
Digital effects processor:| 1
No. of presets:| 16
Main section operating controls:| DFX presets encoder, MIX OUT, POWER, FX
MUTE, MUTE ALL
Main section display elements:| Effects clip, red LED (FX CLIP), FX MUTE LED,
MUTE ALL LED
General specifications
Power supply:| – 9 V block battery (approx. 4–5 hours operating time with
alkaline battery)
– External mains adapter 9 V DC/250 mA with barrel plug external diameter 5.5
mm, internal 2.1 mm, centre negative polarity (not supplied)
Ambient operating temperature:| 0°C to +40°C
Relative air humidity:| <80% non-condensing
Dimensions (W x H x D):| 160 x 55 x 163 mm
Weight:| 0.65 kg
Additional features:| Microphone stand-mount ready (adapter optionally
available: LDVIBZMSADAPTOR)
MANUFACTURER´S DECLARATIONS
MANUFACTURER`S WARRANTY & LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
You can find our current warranty conditions and limitations of liability at: https://cdn-shop.adamhall.com/media/pdf/MANUFACTURERS-DECLARATIONS_ LD_SYSTEMS.pdf To request warranty service for a product, please contact Adam Hall GmbH, Adam-Hall-Str. 1, 61267 Neu Anspach / Email: [email protected] / +49 (0)6081 / 9419-0.
CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT
(valid in the European Union and other European countries with a
differentiated waste collection system) This symbol on the product, or on its
documents indicates that the device may not be treated as household waste.
This is to avoid environmental damage or personal injury due to uncontrolled
waste disposal. Please dispose of this product separately from other waste and
have it recycled to promote sustainable economic activity. Household users
should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their
local government office, for details on where and how they can recycle this
item in an environmentally friendly manner. Business users should contact
their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract.
This product should not be mixed with other commercial waste for disposal.
CE Compliance
Adam Hall GmbH states that this product meets the following guidelines (where
applicable):
R&TTE (1999/5/EC) or RED (2014/53/EU) from June 2017
Low voltage directive (2014/35/EU)
EMV directive (2014/30/EU)
RoHS (2011/65/EU)
The complete declaration of conformity can be found at
www.adamhall.com.
Furthermore, you may also direct your enquiry to
[email protected].
EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, Adam Hall GmbH declares that this radio equipment type is in
compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the
following internet address:
www.adamhall.com/compliance/
Adam Hall GmbH | Adam-Hall-Str. 1 | 61267 Neu-Anspach | Germany
Phone: +49 6081 9419-0 | adamhall.com
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