TC Electronic RPT-1 Nova Repeater Stereo Delay Guitar Effects Pedal User Manual

1. Introducció

The TC Electronic RPT-1 Nova Repeater is a stereo delay guitar effects pedal designed for simplicity and high-quality delay effects. It offers a range of essential delay types, a dedicated tap tempo switch, and an innovative audio-tapping feature for precise tempo control. This manual provides detailed instructions for setting up, operating, and maintaining your Nova Repeater pedal.

2. Instruccions de seguretat

• Font d'alimentació: Use only the specified 9V DC power supply (minimum 300mA, center negative). Incorrect voltage or polarity can damage the unit and void the warranty.
• Aigua i humitat: Do not expose the unit to rain, moisture, or any liquids.
• Fonts de calor: Mantingueu la unitat allunyada de fonts de calor com ara radiadors, registres de calor, estufes o altres aparells que produeixin calor.
• Ventilació: Assegureu-vos que hi hagi una ventilació adequada. No bloquegeu cap obertura de ventilació.
• Neteja: Netegeu només amb un drap sec.
• Manteniment: No intenteu fer el manteniment d'aquesta unitat vosaltres mateixos. Envieu totes les tasques de manteniment a personal de servei qualificat.

3. Controls i connexions

The Nova Repeater features a straightforward layout for intuitive control over your delay effects. Familiarize yourself with the following controls and connections:

Image: The TC Electronic Nova Repeater pedal, visible on a wooden pedalboard, connected with other effects pedals. The Nova Repeater is a black rectangular pedal with several knobs, switches, and two footswitches at the bottom.

Controls del tauler superior:

• DELAY Knob: Ajusta el temps de retard.
• Botó de retroalimentació: Controla el nombre de repeticions de retard.
• Mando de TONE: Shapes the tone of the delay repeats, from dark to bright.
• Botó MOD: Adjusts the intensity of the modulation (chorus/vibrato) applied to the delay repeats.
• FX.LEVEL Knob: Sets the volume of the delay effect relative to the dry signal.

Interruptors:

• SPILLOVER Switch: When engaged, delay trails naturally decay after bypassing the effect. When disengaged, the delay cuts off immediately.
• KILL DRY Switch: Removes the dry signal from the output, useful for parallel effects loops or mixing consoles.
• Interruptor de rang: Selects the overall delay time range (e.g., short, medium, long).
• Interruptor TYPE: Selects one of the six available delay types.
• DIVISION Switch: Sets the rhythmic subdivision of the delay repeats relative to the tap tempo (e.g., quarter notes, eighth notes, dotted eighth notes).

Pedals:

• Pedal d'encesa/apagada: Activa o ignora l'efecte de retard.
• TAP/TEMPO Footswitch: Used to set the delay tempo by tapping or to activate the audio tapping feature.

Preses d'entrada/sortida:

• IN L/MONO & IN R: Stereo input jacks. Use IN L/MONO for mono input.
• OUT L/MONO & OUT R: Stereo output jacks. Use OUT L/MONO for mono output.
• Entrada POWER: Connects to a 9V DC (center negative) power supply.

4. Configuració

Follow these steps to set up your Nova Repeater pedal:

1. Connexió d'alimentació: Connect a compatible 9V DC (center negative) power supply to the POWER input jack on the pedal.
2. Instrument Connection (Mono): Connect your guitar or instrument to the IN L/MONO jack using a standard 1/4-inch instrument cable. Connect the OUT L/MONO jack al teu amplifier's input or the next pedal in your signal chain.
3. Instrument Connection (Stereo): For stereo operation, connect your instrument's stereo output (if applicable) or the output of a preceding stereo pedal to both IN L/MONO i EN R jacks. Connect the OUT L/MONO i FORA R jacks to two separate amplifiers or a stereo effects return.
4. Effects Loop Connection: The Nova Repeater can be placed in an amplifier's effects loop. Connect the amplifier's 'Send' to the pedal's input(s) and the pedal's output(s) to the amplifier's 'Return'.

5. Instruccions de funcionament

Engaging and Bypassing the Effect:

Premeu el botó ON/OFF footswitch to toggle the delay effect on or off. The LED indicator will illuminate when the effect is active.

Ajust dels paràmetres de retard:

Utilitza el RETARD, Comentaris, TO, MOD, i FX.LEVEL knobs to fine-tune your desired delay sound. Experiment with different settings to explore the full range of sounds.

6. Delay Types

The Nova Repeater offers six distinct delay types, selectable via the TIPUS switch. Each type provides a unique sonic character:

• Analògic: Emulates the warm, decaying repeats of classic analog delay pedals.
• Cinta: Replicates the characteristic flutter and degradation of vintage tape echo units.
• Dinàmica: Adjusts the delay level based on your playing dynamics, allowing the dry signal to cut through during louder passages and the delay to swell during quieter parts.
• Tenis de taula: Creates a stereo effect where delay repeats bounce between the left and right channels.
• Revers: Plays the delay repeats backward for ethereal and atmospheric effects.
• Modulated: Adds a subtle chorus or vibrato to the delay repeats for a richer, more swirling texture.

7. Tap Tempo and Audio Tapping

The Nova Repeater provides two methods for setting the delay tempo:

• Toc Tempo: Premeu el botó TAP/TEMPO footswitch two or more times in rhythm to set the delay time. The pedal will synchronize to your taps.
• Audio Tapping: Manteniu premuda la TAP/TEMPO footswitch and play a rhythmic pattern on your guitar. The pedal will analyze your playing and set the delay tempo accordingly. This feature allows for hands-free tempo synchronization.

Utilitza el DIVISIÓ switch to select the rhythmic subdivision of the delay repeats (e.g., quarter notes, eighth notes, dotted eighth notes) relative to the set tempo.

8. Modulation Effects

The Nova Repeater includes built-in chorus and vibrato modulation that can be applied to the delay repeats. Adjust the intensity of this modulation using the MOD knob. This adds depth and movement to your delay sound, creating lush soundscapes.

9. KillDry and Spillover

• KillDry: El MATAR EN SEC switch removes the original dry signal from the pedal's output. This is particularly useful when using the Nova Repeater in a parallel effects loop of an amplifier or with a mixing console, where the dry signal is mixed separately.
• Desbordament: El DESVESTIMENTACIÓ switch controls how the delay trails behave when the effect is bypassed. When engaged, the delay repeats will naturally fade out after the pedal is turned off. When disengaged, the delay repeats will cut off abruptly when the pedal is bypassed.

10. Especificacions

11. Solució De Problemes

• Sense so:
  • Assegureu-vos que la font d'alimentació estigui connectada correctament i que funcioni.
  • Check all instrument cables for proper connection and functionality.
  • Verify that the pedal is engaged (ON/OFF LED illuminated).
  • Check the FX.LEVEL knob; ensure it is not set to minimum.
• Comportament de retard inesperat:
  • Review the settings of the DELAY, FEEDBACK, TONE, MOD, TYPE, RANGE, and DIVISION knobs/switches.
  • If using Tap Tempo, ensure you are tapping consistently.
  • If using Audio Tapping, ensure your playing is clear and rhythmic.
• Noise/Hum:
  • Ensure you are using a regulated, isolated power supply.
  • Check for faulty cables or ground loops in your setup.

12. Manteniment

• Neteja: Netegeu el pedal amb un drap suau i sec. No utilitzeu productes de neteja abrasius ni dissolvents.
• Emmagatzematge: Guardeu el pedal en un lloc sec, allunyat de temperatures extremes i de la llum solar directa.
• Footswitches and Jacks: Periodically check footswitches and input/output jacks for any debris or loose connections.

13. Garantia i Suport

For warranty information, technical support, or service inquiries, please refer to the official TC Electronic weblloc web o poseu-vos en contacte amb el vostre distribuïdor autoritzat. Conserveu el comprovant de compra per a reclamacions de garantia.