M-VAVE Lost Tempo V2 Drum Machine, Looper, and Tuner Pedal User Manual

1. Introducció

The M-VAVE Lost Tempo V2 is a versatile 3-in-1 guitar effect pedal designed for musicians. It integrates a drum machine, a looper, and a high-precision tuner into a compact unit. This manual provides detailed instructions for setting up, operating, and maintaining your device to ensure optimal performance and longevity.

2. Contingut del paquet

Si us plau, reviseu el paquet per assegurar-vos que hi ha tots els elements:

• M-VAVE Lost Tempo V2 Pedal
• Cable USB
• Manual d'usuari (aquest document)

Image 1: Package contents including the M-VAVE Lost Tempo V2 pedal, USB cable, and user manual.

3. Producte acabatview

The M-VAVE Lost Tempo V2 combines three essential tools for musicians: a drum machine with 30 different grooves, a looper with up to 11 minutes of recording time across 4 loops, and a high-precision tuner. It features a compact design and supports USB connectivity for audio import/export and app control.

3.1. Controls i indicadors

Imatge 2: Detallada view of the M-VAVE Lost Tempo V2 controls and connection points.

1. LOOP Knob and LOOP Status Indicator: Adjusts the playback volume for the looper. The indicator shows the looper's status.
2. DRUM Knob and DRUM Status Indicator: Adjusts the playback volume for the drum machine. The indicator shows the drum machine's status.
3. Left and Right Buttons:
   • Tap: Selects drums (30 types available).
   • Hold 1 second: Selects a loop (4 loops available).
   • Tap both simultaneously (in LOOP mode): Activates synchronous recording (SYNC) mode (LED flashes fast).
   • Hold both simultaneously (in LOOP mode for 3 seconds): Deletes the current loop.
   • Hold both simultaneously (for 3 seconds): Enters TUNER mode.
4. Pantalla LED: Displays drum numbers, tuner notes, and other status information.
5. LOOP Footswitch:
   • Click: Play/Record.
   • Hold: Delete/Undo.
   • Click twice: Stop.
6. Pedal de tambor:
   • Click: Stop/Play.
   • Click twice: Stop all.
7. 1/4" MONO Audio Input Jack: Connecteu el vostre instrument aquí.
8. Port USB tipus C: For USB audio, MIDI data transmission, and connecting to a computer or power bank.
9. Earphone Output Jack: Connecteu els auriculars per al monitoratge.
10. DC 9V Power Adapter Input: Connect a DC 9V 500mA power adapter (negative inside, positive outside).
11. 1/4" MONO Audio Output Jack: Connecteu-vos a un amplifier o un altre equip d'àudio.

4. Configuració

Follow these steps to set up your M-VAVE Lost Tempo V2 pedal:

4.1. Connexió d'alimentació

• Connect a DC 9V 500mA power adapter (negative inside, positive outside) to the DC 9V input jack (10).
• Alternatively, for portable use, connect a 5V power bank to the USB Type-C port (8) using the provided USB cable.

4.2. Instrument and Audio Connections

Image 3: General connection diagram for the M-VAVE Lost Tempo V2.

1. Connect your guitar or other musical instrument to the IN presa (7).
2. Connecteu el FORA jack (11) to your amplifier, mixer, or other audio equipment.
3. For private monitoring, connect headphones to the Jack de sortida d'auriculars (9).
4. To connect to a computer (PC/MAC) for audio import/export or app control, use the USB Type-C port (8).

The pedal is compatible with various instruments including acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass, and keyboards.

Image 4: Applicable instrument range for the M-VAVE Lost Tempo V2.

5. Instruccions de funcionament

5.1. Drum Machine Operation

• Selecting Drums: Tap the Left or Right buttons (3) to cycle through the 30 available drum grooves. The selected drum number will be displayed on the LED screen (4).
• Ajust del volum del tambor: Use the DRUM knob (2) to adjust the playback volume of the drum machine.
• Arrencar/aturar tambors:
  • Click the DRUM footswitch (6) to start or stop the drum playback.
  • Click the DRUM footswitch (6) twice to stop all drum playback.
• Setting Drum Speed (BPM):
  

  Image 5: Drum speed setting and rhythm styles.

  The speed range is 40-240 beats per minute (BPM).

  1. Tap the DRUM footswitch (6) twice to adjust the speed of the drum.
  2. Multiple taps will only register the speed of the last two taps.

5.2. Looper Operation

• Gravació d'un bucle:
  • After setting the drum speed and starting the drum machine, tap the LOOP footswitch (5) to begin recording your loop.
  • The recording time for a single loop is up to 5 minutes.
  • The pedal supports unlimited overdubbing.
• Playing/Stopping a Loop:
  • Click the LOOP footswitch (5) to play or record.
  • Click the LOOP footswitch (5) twice to stop the loop.
• Deleting/Undoing a Loop: Hold the LOOP footswitch (5) to delete or undo.
• Selecting Loops: Hold the Left or Right buttons (3) for 1 second to select one of the 4 available loops. The total recording time across all 4 loops is up to 11 minutes.
• Synchronous Recording Mode (SYNC):
  • In LOOP mode, tap the Left and Right buttons (3) at the same time to activate SYNC mode. The corresponding LED will flash fast.
  • In SYNC mode, LOOP recording will automatically start while the drum machine is playing.

Image 6: Loop recording capabilities and specifications.

5.3. Funcionament del sintonitzador

• Entering Tuner Mode: Hold the Left and Right buttons (3) simultaneously for 3 seconds to enter TUNER mode.
• In Tuner mode, the LED screen (4) will display the note being played, allowing for high-precision tuning.

5.4. Ús de l'aplicació mòbil

Image 7: Mobile app functionality and Type-C USB features.

• Download the official M-VAVE app to your mobile phone.
• Connect your pedal to your mobile device via USB.
• The app allows you to customize, edit, and save the 30 drum grooves.
• You can also share drum grooves with other users through the app.
• The app provides real sampling 16-bit drum sound sources.

5.5. USB Audio Import/Export

• Connect the pedal to your computer (PC/MAC) using the USB Type-C port (8).
• You can import and export audio files in standard WAV format.

6. Manteniment

• Neteja: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the pedal's surface. Do not use liquid cleaners or abrasive materials.
• Emmagatzematge: Guardeu el pedal en un lloc fresc i sec, allunyat de la llum solar directa i de temperatures extremes.
• Potència: Always use the specified DC 9V 500mA power adapter or a compatible 5V USB power source.
• Connexions: Assegureu-vos que tots els cables estiguin connectats correctament per evitar pèrdues o danys al senyal.
• Actualitzacions de firmware: Check the official M-VAVE weblloc web o aplicació per a qualsevol actualització de firmware disponible per garantir un rendiment òptim i noves funcions.

7. Solució De Problemes

8. Especificacions

Image 8: Technical specifications of the M-VAVE Lost Tempo V2.

9. Consells d'usuari

• For best sound quality, ensure your instrument cables are high quality and properly shielded.
• Experiment with different drum grooves and loop combinations to find your unique sound.
• Utilize the mobile app for advanced customization of drum patterns and to explore new rhythmic possibilities.
• When using the looper, practice timing your taps on the footswitch for precise loop starts and stops.
• Keep the firmware updated to access the latest features and improvements.

10. Garantia i Suport

For warranty information, technical support, and service inquiries, please refer to the official M-VAVE weblloc web o contacteu amb el vostre distribuïdor. Conserveu el rebut de compra com a comprovant de compra.

A PDF version of this user manual is available for download: M-VAVE Lost Tempo User Manual (PDF)