FREE THE TONE COSMIC WAVE/CW-1Y Multiple Filtering Delay Owner’s Manual

COSMIC WAVE/CW-1Y Multiple Filtering Delay
Owner’s Manual

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In order to take full advantage of the features and performance it provides, please read this owner’s manual thoroughly, and keep it in a safe place for future reference.

Handling Precautions

• Never connect or disconnect plugs to/from the input/output terminals on the COSMIC WAVE when the external device that drives speakers is powered. Doing so can  cause noises and damage the speakers.
• Avoid applying excessive force to the knobs, tact switches, DC jack, and phone jacks on the COSMIC WAVE.
• Do not push or press the display of the COSMIC WAVE.
• If the unit malfunctions or behaves erratically, cease operation at once and contact your local dealer or Free The Tone directly.

Controls and Indicators

Front Panel

Top Panel

NOTE
In addition to an AC-DC adapter, this unit can be powered by a 9-volt Alkaline battery. Battery life for continuous use (depends on battery type or usage condition): about 2  hours (Alkaline type. Note that a Manganese battery cannot be used due to its short life.) The display shows “LOW BATTERY” when the battery voltage becomes low.  Please exchange the battery or use with an AC-DC adapter.
To exchange the battery, remove the four screws on the bottom plate.

Side Panel

**Welcome to the world of COSMIC WAVE!

**

COSMIC WAVE is a compact, but epoch-making digital delay with multiple filter functions. This unit’s tone filter can process the delay sound to have a rich tone or  conversely adjust it to be far from the original sound. The proprietary Cosmic filter creates an effect sound reminiscent of outer space, adding a new color to your delay sounds. We added new functions such as bit adjustment in which the number of output bits of the delay sound can be set in 1-bit units, from smooth and high-quality 24-bit  to rough 8-bit sound that contains distorted noise.
Enjoy the world of COSMIC WAVE with attractive new features.

Cosmic Filter and Multiple Filtering
Cosmic filter has an effect that gradually converges over time to the selected frequency band by applying our unique filtering process to delay sound. By setting the feedback  amount more than usual, you can keep the delay sound ringing while creating sound changes by the Cosmic filter.
This unit can use its filter and equalizer simultaneously. The band-pass filter can limit the bandwidth of delay sound. Adjusting the bandwidth of the output drastically  changes the sound when the original and delay sounds are mixed. There is no limit in delay sound variations achieved by the combination of this band-pass filter and 3-band  equalizer, as well as the TONE control inserted in the delay’s feedback loop.
Factory Presets
The COSMIC WAVE is shipped with factory presets. They are stored in the user preset memory after No. 128 with the [ F: ] preset number prefix. Users can turn the  DELAY TIME (PARAM) encoder to select and recall the desired factory preset.
Note that this factory preset area is protected against recall, write, or delete operation via MIDI signals.
Note that the parameters of the factory presets have already been copied into the user preset area to be used after being edited to the user’s preference.
For more details about the factory presets, please refer to the product page on our website.

How to Recall Presets

This unit provides 128 presets that can be recalled in several ways.
Switching between Presets 1 and 2 by TAP Footswitch
To switch between Presets 1 and 2, press the TAP footswitch for 0.5 seconds.
NOTE
If the TAP footswitch has been set to [PS 1-2] in the Global Setup screen, these two presets switch instantly at the moment when the footswitch is pressed.
Switching to Desired Preset from 128 Presets

1. Press the HOME switch to show the HOME screen in which a preset number and preset name are displayed.
2.  Turn the DELAY TIME (PARAM) encoder until the desired preset number is shown on the display. The two red LEDs above the TAP footswitch flash alternately.  Note that the preset is not recalled at this point.
3. Press the TAP footswitch to confirm the recalling operation of the preset. After confirmation, the two red LEDs stop flashing.

Recalling Preset via MIDI Signal
This unit’s presets can be switched by receiving a MIDI signal containing a program change number from an external MIDI device. The MIDI channel of the device that  sends program change numbers must be the same as that of the MIDI channel of the COSMIC WAVE.

How to Edit Parameter Setting and Save to Preset

1. Press the SAVE switch. The SAVE LED and the preset number display start flashing.
2. Turn the DELAY TIME (PARAM) encoder until the display shows the desired preset number to which the edited setting should be stored.
3. Press the SAVE switch to save the edited parameter in the preset.

NOTE
To cancel the save operation in the middle, press any of the HOME switch or the cursor ◀/▶ key other than the SAVE switch while the number shown in the display is  flashing.
If a parameter of any stored preset is changed, a dot appears at the lower right side of the preset number’s first digit. When the edited parameter is saved to the preset, this dot disappears.

Display Contents

By pressing the HOME switch, the HOME screen and Operation screens 1–3 switch in order.
HOME screen
Shows a preset number and preset name.

Operation Screen 1
Shows the function of each knob or encoder and its parameter currently set.

MIX LEVEL：
Adjust the mix level of the original and delay sounds.
Turning the knob to the right increases the delay sound level.
FEEDBACK：
Adjusts the feedback amount of the delay. Turning the knob to the right increases the feedback amount and the number of delay sound repeats. Please note that if the  feedback value exceeds 100, the volume will increase each time the loop repeats. (The output level limit can be set in Global Setup => Setting for FEEDBACK LIMIT.)
TONE：
Adjusts the tone (Timbre) of the delay sound. Turning the knob to the right emphasizes the treble and to the left suppress. If set to 0, the TONE function is turned off.
DEALY TIME：
Adjusts the delay time. Turning the encoder to the right increases the delay time and to the left decreases it.

Operation Screen 2

SUBDIVISION：
Sets the delay length as a note. By handling a quarter note as the reference for tempo, the delay time can be set as the duration of a note. The default value is Quarter note  [Crochet]. You can select from: Whole note [Semibreve] (1), Half note [Minim] (2), Dotted Quarter note (.4), Triplet in four (4/3), Quarter note [Crochet] (4), Dotted Eighth  note (.8), Triplet in two (2/3), Eighth note [Quaver] (8), Triplet in one (1/3), and Sixteenth note [Demiquaver] (16).
When the time display unit is “msec”, the delay time is automatically calculated and the displayed accordingly. The display will not change when the time display unit is “BPM”.

DEPTH (MODULATION)：
COSMIC WAVE can apply modulation to delay sound.
Turning the knob to the right makes the modulation deeper.
RATE (MODILATION)：
Adjusts the speed of the modulation applied to the delay sound. Turning the knob to the right speeds up the modulation.
INVERT：
Set whether to output the delay sound in phase as the input signal or in reverse phase.
To output the delay sound in reverse phase, turn the encoder and select ON.

Operation Screen 3

Each of the L/C/R knobs is used to adjust the corresponding band. When the knob is set to the 12 o’clock position (value = 0), the equalizer is off.
Turning it to the right is boost and the left is cut.
BASS (3 BAND EQ) ：
Adjusts the tone of the bass register. The frequency to be adjusted can be selected in the Global Setup screen.
MIDDLE (3 BAND EQ) ：
Adjusts the tone of the middle register. The frequency to be adjusted can be selected in the Global Setup screen.
TREBLE (3 BAND EQ) ：
Adjusts the tone of the treble register. The frequency to be adjusted can be selected in the Global Setup screen.

PRE DELAY TIME：
Adjust the timing to output the delay sound. Output timing for the delay sound is delayed for the duration set in this screen. Turning the encoder to the right increases the  delay time and turning it to the left decreases.
Delaying the timing at which the delay sound is output a little has the effect of making it easier to hear. Irregular delay sounds can be created by shifting the output timing  significantly.

Edit Menu

The parameter for each preset is edited in Edit mode.
How to Change or Confirm Parameter Setting

1. Press the HOME switch to shown the HOME screen or Operation Screen 1, 2 or 3.
2. Press the cursor right ▶ key to show the Edit screen.
3. Use the cursor left ◀ or right ▶ key to select the function to be edited.
4. Turn the DELAY TIME (PARAM) encoder to change the parameter.
5. After confirmation or edit, press the HOME switch. The display returns to the HOME screen.

NOTE
For complete list of Edit menu items, refer to Edit Menu Flowchart on p.16.

Functions in Edit Screen

1. COSMIC MODE
   Set the cosmic mode. You can choose from 5 different settings of Cosmic Filter.
   Selecting Cosmic Mode E to reflect the COSMIC E: gain and frequency settings saved in the global settings.
   Parameter OFF (default), A, B, C, D, E

2. EFFECT BITS
   Adjusts the number of output bits for delay sound in the range of 8-bit to 24-bit. The larger the number of bits, the more faithfully the sound will be output to the signal  processed by the DSP. On the other hand, as the number of bits decreases, it becomes impossible to output with fidelity, and the delay component with a low volume is  output as noise.
   Parameter 8-24 (default value: 24 BITS)

3. BAND PASS FILTER
   Selects the band-pass filter from five types.
   Parameter OFF (default), 40-18k, 50-15k, 60-12k, 60-9k, 60-2k

4. REVERSE DELAY
   Turns the reverse delay on or off. Select [ON w/DRY] (both the original and reverse delay sounds are output) or
   [ON woDRY] (only the reverse delay sound is output.
   Parameter OFF (default), ON with DRY, ON without DRY

5. TRAIL
   Selects whether the delay sound is retained or not when the effect is turned on/off or when the preset is changed. If the FEEDBACK value set to higher than 90, the  unit automatically decreases the feedback amount to lower the delay sound volume gradually.
   Parameter OFF (default), ON

6. Assignment Setting of EXP/CV/FS Terminal (EXP/FS ASSIGN)
   COSMIC WAVE can assign a function to its EXP/CV/FS terminal. Press the cursor ▶ key until the display indicates the Assignment Setting screen. Then turn the DELAY TIME(PARAM) encoder to select the function to be assigned.
   NOTE
   For the functions assignable to the EXP/CV/FS terminal, refer to the separate table (Assignable Functions on p. 19).
   Setting Usage of External Footswitch for Selecting whether to Output the Input Signal (Dry Sound) or not
   An external footswitch (momentary type) connected to the EXP/CV/FS terminal can be used to select whether to output (ON) the input signal or not (OFF).
   1. Press the cursor ▶ key to show the EXP/FS ASSIGN screen.
   2. Turn the DELAY TIME (PARAM) encoder to select DRY ONOF.
   3. Press the HOME switch. The display changes to the HOME screen.
   NOTE
   When the effect is activated, the dry sound can be turned on/off by operating an external footswitch.
   To save the changed setting in a preset, refer to “How to Edit Parameter Setting and Save to Preset” on p. 7.

7. PRESET NAME – Naming Presets
   Each preset can be named.
   A character can be inserted at the cursor position (inverted display). Press the ◀/▶ cursor key to move the insertion point. Turn the DELAY TIME (PARAM) encoder  to select the desired character. To delete a character, press the PRESET footswitch once: the character at the cursor position is deleted and the entire label is shifted leftward. To enter a character, press the ON/OFF footswitch once. A space is inserted and the entire label after the cursor position is shifted rightward. After  entering/editing the preset name press the SAVE switch to save it.
   Or to cancel the operation, press the HOME switch or turn any knob.

Global Settings

Global Setup Screen
Press and hold the HOME switch for about 2 seconds to show the Global Setup screen.
Display it when setting Global functions of COSMIC WAVE such as MIDI channel settings.

Setting Procedures for Global Functions
In the Global Setup screen, settings related to the entire operation such as MIDI receive channel selection,
calibration of expression pedal, etc. are configured.

1. Hold down the HOME switch for about 2 seconds to show the Global Setup screen.
2. Use the ◀/▶ cursor key to show the desired setting screen.
3. Configure the desired function.
4. Press the HOME switch. The display changes to the HOME screen.
   NOTE
   For complete list of Global menu items, refer to Global Menu Flowchart on p.

MIDI CH – Setting of MIDI Receive Channel
Sets the MIDI receive channel.
Parameter OMNI (default): Receives all of the MIDI signals from CH1 to CH 16.
CH1 to 16: Receives MIDI signals from the selected MIDI channel.
OFF:
No MIDI signals are received.

1. msec/BPM – Setting of Delay Time Display
   Selects the delay time display unit.
   Parameter msec (default): Delay time is shown in milliseconds.

2. BPM:
   Delay time is shown in BMP.
   NOTE
   BPM: Beat Per Minute. Used to show the tempo of performance indicated by the number of quarter notes (crotchets) counted in one minute (60 seconds).
   msec: Short for millisecond. 1 millisecond is equal to one thousandth of a second.
   ex) 100 msec = 0.1 seconds. Delay time can be set from 1 msec to 9,999 msec (about 10 seconds).

3. TAP FSW – Setting of TAP Footswitch
   Selects the function to be assigned to the TAP footswitch.
   Parameter TAP (default): TAP tempo entry function is assigned.
   PRESET 1-2: Each press of the footswitch recalls presets 1 and 2 alternately.

4. PRIORITY – Setting of Delay Time Priority
   Sets the priority delay time when the preset is switched.
   Parameter PRESET (default): The delay time stored in the preset takes precedence.
   TAP:
   The Tap-entered delay time takes precedence. When the preset is recalled, the saved delay time is ignored and the tap-entered delay time is used.

5. RESAMPLE – Setting of Behavior at Delay Time Change
   Sets how to switch to the delay sound when the delay time is changed by TAP tempo entry.
   Parameter OFF (default): The delay sound is stopped once and then newly output with the new delay time setting.
   ON:
   The delay sound is not stopped but transferred to the one that has the newly applied delay time. Please note that the pitch of the delay sound will change when the delay time changes.

6. FREQ BAS – Setting of 3-BAND EQ / BASS Frequency
   Selects the frequency assigned to the BASS band of the 3-band EQ.
   Parameter 100 Hz, 200 Hz (default), 300 Hz

7. FREQ MID – Setting of 3-BAND EQ / MIDDLE Frequency
   Selects the frequency assigned to the MIDDLE band of the 3-band EQ.
   Parameter 500 Hz, 750 Hz (default), 1 kHz

8. FREQ TRB – Setting of 3-BAND EQ / TREBLE Frequency
   Selects the frequency assigned to the TREBLE band of the 3-band EQ.
   Parameter 1.5 kHz, 2.0 kHz (default), 3.5 kHz

9. COSMIC E: GAIN – Setting of Cosmic Filter Gain
   Sets the gain of the Cosmic filter used in Cosmic Mode E. The higher the gain, the stronger the filter effect.
   Parameter 0.00 to 0.99 (default value: 0.15)

10. COSMIC E: FREQ – Setting of Cosmic Filter Frequency
    Selects the frequency of Cosmic filter used in Cosmic Mode E. The delay sound converges toward the set frequency band.
    Parameter 300 Hz to 1454 Hz (default value: 1297 Hz)

11. FB LIMIT – Setting of Feedback Output Limit
    If a large feedback amount is set, the volume increases every time the loop is repeated. This parameter limits the output level to avoid sending signals with excessive  levels to the gear connected after this unit.
    Parameter -50 dB to 0 dB (default value: -20 dB)

12. DRY – Setting of Dry Sound
    Sets how the input signal (dry sound) is output.
    Parameter ON (default): Dry sound is output.
    OFF:
    Dry sound is muted and only the delay sound is output.
    NOTE
    When OFF is selected, the dry sound is muted even when the effect is OFF.

13. EXP CALB – Calibration of Expression Pedal
    An expression pedal connected to the EXP/CV/FS terminal can be used to adjust a COSMIC WAVE’s parameter in real time. Since expression pedals have various operating characteristics, the COSMIC WAVE can calibrate the expression pedal to be used. Use an expression pedal with variable resistance from 10 kΩ to 25 kΩ.
    1. Select the EXP CALB screen.
    2. Connect your expression pedal to the EXP/CV/FS terminal.
    3. Press the SAVE switch.
    4. The screen highlights “TOE MAX.” Set the expression pedal to its toe side end (max.) and press the SAVE switch.
    5. The screen highlights “HEEL MIN.” Set the expression pedal to its heel side end (min.) and press the SAVE switch.
    6. The calibration process completes when the display shows “EXT CALB IS DONE.”

14. EXP DISP – Display of Expression Pedal
    This screen sets whether the screen shows the parameter changed by operating the expression pedal.
    Parameter ON (Default): The parameters are shown on the screen.
    OFF:
    The parameter display function is disabled

15. Initializing
    Use this function to reset the unit to the factory shipment setup status. Please be careful when using this as all of the user presets will be cleared.
    1. In the Global Setup screen, select [15] INITIALIZE.
    2. Confirm that the SAVE LED is flashing and press the SAVE switch.
    3. The display shows “INITIALIZING…” when the initialization starts.
    4. The Global Setup screen reappears when the initialization is completed.

16. FIRMWARE – Firmware Update
    Users can update the COSMIC WAVE’s firmware to the latest one.
    For the latest firmware, instructions for update and connection, please visit the product page or support page in our website.

Usage of EXP/CV/FS Terminal

A standard expression pedal can connect to the EXP/CV/FS terminal by using a TRS cable.
For the functions that can be assigned to an expression pedal, refer to “List of Assignable Functions.”
Expression Pedal Requirements
Recommended resistance value: 10 kΩ to 25 kΩ
TIP: Wiper of expression pedal (output)
RING: Power (5 V is supplied from COSMIC WAVE)
SLEEVE: GND
NOTE: For recommended expression pedals, refer to Free The Tone website.
The EXP/CV/FS terminal accepts the control voltage (CV) with the range of 0 to 5 V. To connect, use a monaural phone cable.

Edit Menu Flowchart

Global Menu Flowchart

List of Parameters and Corresponding MIDI CC Numbers

The COSMIC WAVE can switch presets or change all of the parameters via MIDI signals. The table below shows the MIDI signal assignments.

DESCRIPTION| PANEL DISPLAY| PARAMETER VALUE RANGE| CC NUMBER| VALUE
---|---|---|---|---
DELAY TIME| DELAY TIME| 1msec-10.0sec| 61| 0(1msec)-127(1000msec) 8 msec step
FEEDBACK| FEEDBACK| 0-127| 62| 0-127
TONE| TONE| -63—63| 63| 0(-63) — 127(63)
MIX LEVEL| MIX LEVEL| 0-127| 64| 0-127
DRY| DRY| OWOFF| 65| off = 0, on =127
SUBDIVISION| SUBDIVISION| 1, 2, .4, 43, 4, .8,
23, 8,13,16| 66| 1(1), 2(2), .4(3), 43(4), 4(5), .8(6), 23(7), 8(8), 13(9), 1600)
TRAIL| TRAIL| OWOFF| 67| off = 0, on = 127
EC/| BASS| -63 —OFF—+63| 68| 0-127(-63=0, 0=64, 63=127)
MIDDLE| -63 —OFF—+63| 69| 0-127(-63=0, 0=64, 63=127)
TREBLE| -63 —OFF—+63| 70| 0-127(-63=0, 0=64, 63=127)
MODULATION| MOD DEPTH| 0-127| 71| 0-127
MOD RATE| 0-127| 72| 0-127
HOLD| HOLD| | 74| off = 0, on =127
TAP| TAP| | 75| 127(TAP)
EFFECT OWOFF| OWOFF| | 76| off = 0, on = 127

List of Assignable Functions

Main Specifications /Ratings

• Number of presets: 128 user presets, 11 factory presets
• Input impedance: 1 MΩ
• Output load impedance: min. 10 kΩ
• Max. input level: +10 dBm
• Terminals: 1 x 1/4” standard TRS phone jack (IN(TRS)), 3 x 1/4” standard TS phone jack (OUT/L, OUT/R, EXP/CV/FS), 9 VDC input jack (for AC adapter), 3.5-mm stereo mini jack (MIDI IN)
• Power supply: AC/9VDC adapter, 006P (9V) 6F22 battery (alkaline type)
• Current consumption: approx. 185 mA
• Dimensions: 66 (W) x 125 (D) x 54 (H) mm (incl. protrusions such as jacks)
• Weight: approx. 335 g
• Accessories: Warranty card, Web Access Card, Safety instructions, Rubber feet
  NOTE: Specification and external appearance may change without notice.

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