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POWER REQUIREMENTS

Utilizes included 9V DC, 100-240V universal auto-switching power 

supply, 200mA, center negative. 

Tech 21 Model #DC9. 

NOTE:  See page 3 for instructions how to change the prong

assembly.

For replacements, contact your local dealer/distributor, or Tech 21. 

Maximum power consumption: approx 70mA.

WARNINGS:

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There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Attempting to repair unit is

not recommended and may void warranty.

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Missing or altered serial numbers automatically void warranty. For 

your own protection: be sure serial number labels on the unit’s back 

plate and exterior box are intact, and return your warranty 

registration card or register online. 

Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to com-

ply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to

part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to pro-

vide 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 communica-

tions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur

in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-

ence to radio or television reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to cor-

rect 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.

WARRANTY:

ONE YEAR LIMITED. PROOF OF PURCHASE REQUIRED. 

Manufacturer warrants unit to be free from defects in materials and

workmanship for one (1) year from date of purchase to the original

purchaser and is not transferable. This warranty does not include dam-

age resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, alteration, or incorrect cur-

rent or voltage. If unit becomes defective within warranty period,  Tech

21 will repair or replace it free of charge.  After expiration, Tech 21 will

repair defective unit for a fee.

REPAIRS:

ALL REPAIRS

for residents of U.S. and Canada: Call Tech 21 for

Return Authorization Number

. Manufacturer will 

not

accept

packages without prior authorization, pre-paid freight (UPS preferred)

and proper insurance.

FOR PERSONAL ASSISTANCE & SERVICE:

Contact Tech 21 weekdays 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, EST:  973-777-6996.

Hand-built in the U.S.A. 

using high-quality components

sourced domestically and around the globe.

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Summary of Contents for SansAmp PSA 2.0

Page 1: ...evision reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to cor rect 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 dea...

Page 2: ...ches to any instrument Live the SansAmp PSA 2 0 can be used as a pre amp direct into a power amp with guitar or bass speaker cabinets as a monster direct box to a P A system or both simultaneously and as an outboard processor Additionally the PSA 2 0 features a Perform ance Mode which turns it into a 3 channel stompbox The SansAmp PSA includes MIDI capability for calling up programs and storing pr...

Page 3: ...Run the 1 4 Output of the PSA directly into the power amp input a k a effects return if applicable of an amp This will bypass the tone coloring pre amp section of the amp rig As a Stomp Box Run the 1 4 Output into the front input of an amp For best results keep the PSA Level close to unity gain so you have the same volume coming from your speaker monitor whether the pedal is active or in bypass Th...

Page 4: ...nic content and pick attack Decreasing from the center point warms up brittle single coil pickups DRIVE Like the volume control on a non master volume tube amp Drive increases the amount of power amp distortion In live applications we recommend using less Drive than when direct recording This compensates for the natural sustain achieved at high volumes LOW AND HIGH Active shelving EQs cut or boost...

Page 5: ...or theTrim the SansAmp PSA will go into edit mode and un lock whichever control you turn The circuitry will then revert to the actual value of that control s position vs the stored value allowing you to edit the sound to your liking When you turn unlock a control from the set ting that s stored in the memory one of the dig its in the LED numerical display will blink the other will dim Note When yo...

Page 6: ...ands as well as MIDI Map and Program dumps NOTE Pins 1 and 3 of the MIDI jack are set up to output 10V DC phantom power to our MIDI Mouse and MIDI Mongoose footcontrollers see Noteworthy Options on page 16 SPEAKER SIMULATION Speaker simulation is an integral part of the SansAmp circuitry It is de signed for a smooth even response as would be achieved by a multiply miked cabinet without the peaks v...

Page 7: ... or 02 to Protect Level Desired Push the Save Switch Again Digits Blink Display Flashes 00 Upon Return to Special Page Function Digits Stop Blinking Upon Return to Program 00 Special Page Function 2 Define MIDI Mapping This function defines internal MIDI mapping That is it tells your SansAmp PSA which program to call up when a MIDI Program Change command comes in For example if your MIDI footcontr...

Page 8: ...Save Switch Select 00 or 01 for Desired Mode Push the Save Switch Again Digits Blink Display Flashes 00 Upon Return to Special Page Function Digits Stop Blinking Upon Return to Program 00 Special Page Function 5 MIDI Channel Select This function sets the MIDI channel on which the SansAmp PSA receives MIDI data It can be set to Omni receive on any or all channels or specific channels 1 through 16 P...

Page 9: ...n you have digital control of an analog circuit 7 Daisy chains Be aware daisy chaining may introduce ground loops noise hum odd artifacts etc We recommend using the pro vided power supply or using a power supply with isolated outputs 8 Placement notes The PSA can be treated like an amplifier or pre amp when it comes to setting up your signal chain Place the following effects BEFORE the PSA Phaser ...

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