Owner's Manual FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.) 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. 2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA. 3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class "B" digital devices. Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used according to the instructions found in the users manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations. If this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be determined by turning the unit "OFF" and "ON", please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures: Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference. Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s. In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/ reorient the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to coaxial type cable. If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Corporation of America, Electronic Service Division, 6600 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA90620 The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries. * This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. CANADA This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. · This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Canada Music Ltd. · Ceci ne s'applique qu'aux produits distribués par Yamaha Canada Musique Ltée. NEDERLAND / NETHERLAND The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. · Dit apparaat bevat een lithium batterij voor geheugen back-up. · This apparatus contains a lithium battery for memory back-up. · Raadpleeg uw leverancier over de verwijdering van de batterij op het moment dat u het apparaat ann het einde van de levensduur afdankt of de volgende Yamaha Service Afdeiing: Yamaha Music Nederland Service Afdeiing Kanaalweg 18-G, 3526 KL UTRECHT Tel. 030-2828425 · For the removal of the battery at the moment of the disposal at the end of the service life please consult your retailer or Yamaha Service Center as follows: Yamaha Music Nederland Service Center Address : Kanaalweg 18-G, 3526 KL UTRECHT Tel : 030-2828425 · Gooi de batterij niet weg, maar lever hem in als KCA. · Do not throw away the battery. Instead, hand it in as small chemical waste. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within the equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock. 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INFORMATION RELATING TO PERSONAL INJURY, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, AND FIRE HAZARD POSSIBILITIES HAS BEEN INCLUDED IN THIS LIST. WARNING- When using any electrical or electronic product, basic precautions should always be followed. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following: This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a cart ,rack, or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer. If a cart, rack, or stand is used, please observe all safety markings and instructions that accompany the accessory product. The power supply cord (plug) should be disconnected from the outlet when electronic products are to be left unused for extended periods of time. Cords should also be disconnected when there is a high probability of lightening and/or electrical storm activity. Care should be taken that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through any openings that may exist. Electrical/electronic products should be serviced by a qualified service person when: a. The power supply cord has been damaged; or b. Objects have fallen, been inserted, or liquids have been spilled into the enclosure through openings; or c. The product has been exposed to rain; or d. The product does not operate, exhibits a marked change in performance; or e. The product has been dropped, or the enclosure of the product has been damaged. This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speaker/s, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. DO NOT operate for a long period of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an audiologist. 8. 1. 2. 3. Read all Safety Instructions, Installation Instructions, Special Message Section items, and any Assembly Instructions found in this manual BEFORE making any connections, including connection to the main supply. Do not attempt to service this product beyond that described in the user-maintenance instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel. Main Power Supply Verification: Yamaha products are manufactured specifically for the supply voltage in the area where they are to be sold. If you should move, or if any doubt exists about the supply voltage in your area, please contact your dealer for supply voltage verification and (if applicable) instructions. The required supply voltage is printed on the name plate. For name plate location, please refer to the graphic found in the Special Message Section of this manual. 9. 10. 11. WARNING: Do not place this product or any other objects on the power cord or place it in a position where anyone could walk on, trip over, or roll anything over power or connecting cords of any kind. The use of an extension cord is not recommended! If you must use an extension cord, the minimum wire size for a 25' cord (or less) is 18 AWG. NOTE: The smaller the AWG number, the larger the current handling capacity. For longer extension cords, consult a local electrician. 4. 12. 5. Ventilation: Electronic products, unless specifically designed for enclosed installations, should be placed in locations that do not interfere with proper ventilation. If instructions for enclosed installations are not provided, it must be assumed that unobstructed ventilation is required. Temperature considerations: Electronic products should be installed in locations that do not seriously contribute to their operating temperature. Placement of this product close to heat sources such as; radiators, heat registers etc., should be avoided. This product was NOT designed for use in wet/damp locations and should not be used near water or exposed to rain. Examples of wet /damp locations are; near a swimming pool, spa, tub, sink, or wet basement. IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before damage occurs. Some Yamaha products may have benches and/or accessory mounting fixtures that are either supplied as a part of the product or as optional accessories. Some of these items are designed to be dealer assembled or installed. Please make sure that benches are stable and any optional fixtures (where applicable) are well secured BEFORE using. Benches supplied by Yamaha are designed for seating only. No other uses are recommended. 6. 7. 13. PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL 92-469-3 3 Owner's Manual Thank you for purchasing the YAMAHA AG-Stomp Acoustic Guitar Pre-Amplifier. Before you use the AG-Stomp, we urge you to take the time and read this Owner's Manual carefully in order to get the most out of the device's many functions and to obtain maximum life. Also, after reading the manual, please keep it in a safe place for future reference. Contents Precautions .................................................. 5 Nomenclature ............................................... 6 I Top Panel ......................................................... 6 I Rear Panel ....................................................... 9 External Control Settings .......................... 22 Tuner Mode ................................................. 23 I Enter the Tuner Mode ..................................... 23 I Tuning ............................................................ 23 I Setting the Standard Pitch ............................. 23 Connections ............................................... 10 I I I I I I Connecting the Power .................................... Connecting a Mixer or Amplifier ..................... Connecting Headphones ............................... Digital Output ................................................. Connecting an EXP Pedal .............................. Connecting MIDI Devices .............................. 10 10 11 11 11 11 Utility Mode ................................................. 24 I I I I I I About the Utility Mode .................................... Footswitch Functions ..................................... MIDI Functions ............................................... External Control Settings ............................... EXP Pedal Settings ........................................ Feedback Reduction Operating Mode ........... 24 24 24 26 26 27 Using the AG-Stomp .................................. 12 I I I I I I Connecting the Guitar .................................... Produce Sound .............................................. Editing Settings .............................................. Selecting Patches .......................................... Storing Patches .............................................. Other Convenient Functions .......................... 12 13 13 17 19 19 Error Messages .......................................... 28 Trouble Shooting ........................................ 28 Specifications ............................................. 29 MIDI Implementation Chart ....................... 30 Effect Functions and Parameters ............. 21 4 Precautions · Avoid using the AG-Stomp in the following locations to prevent possible damage: · In direct sunlight or next to heating equipment. · In extremely cold or hot locations. · Locations exposed to high humidity or excessive dust. · Locations subject to strong shocks or vibration. · Before making any connections, make sure that the power is switched OFF on the AG-Stomp and any external devices. · To protect speakers from possible damage, always set the OUTPUT knob to "0" before switching the power ON/OFF. · When connecting a speaker to this unit, make sure that the power is switched OFF first. · Do not apply excessive force to the switches, knobs and controls. · The AG-Stomp is a precision device. Handle it with care and avoid dropping or jarring it. · For safety, always remove the power adaptor from the AC wall outlet if there is any danger of lightning striking in your area. · Keep the AG-Stomp away from neon signs or fluorescent lighting to prevent noise pickup. · To prevent damage and possibly electrical shock, never open the case and tamper with the internal circuitry. · Never use benzene, thinner or other volatile liquids for cleaning, as these chemicals may cause damage or discoloration to the finish. Always use a dry, soft cloth to wipe off dust and dirt. 5 Nomenclature I Top Panel Display & Main Section Effect Section Pre-Amplifier Section Footswitch Section G Display & Main Section e MANUAL Button Independent of the selected patch's settings, this button changes the tone to that produced by the settings determined by the current position of each of the knobs. The button's lamp will flash if the patch's setting is changed. Press the [MANUAL] and [UTILITY] buttons simultaneously to enter the External Control Setting Mode. ( page 22) q w y q UP Button w DOWN Button e r t r UTILITY Button Enters the Utility Mode. ( page 24) Press the [UTILITY] and [STORE] buttons simultaneously to enter the Tuner Mode. ( page 23) Pres ...