Donner Compressor Guitar Pedal Instruction Manual

1. Wprowadzenie

The Donner Lax Comp Compressor Pedal is an analog effects unit designed for electric guitar and bass. It provides classic peak limiter style compression with versatile tone shaping capabilities, including a 2-band EQ boost effect. This pedal features a pure analog circuit and true bypass functionality, ensuring signal integrity when the effect is disengaged.

Rycina 1: Przód view of the Donner Lax Comp Compressor Pedal.

2. Konfiguracja

Follow these steps to set up your Donner Lax Comp Compressor Pedal:

1. Podłączenie zasilania: Connect a standard 9V DC power adapter (center negative, 50mA minimum, not included) to the DC 9V input jack on the top of the pedal.
2. Połączenie wejściowe: Connect your guitar or bass to the "IN" jack on the right side of the pedal using a standard 1/4-inch instrument cable.
3. Połączenie wyjściowe: Podłącz gniazdo „OUT” po lewej stronie pedału do swojego amplifier lub kolejny pedał w torze sygnałowym przy użyciu standardowego kabla instrumentalnego 1/4-calowego.
4. Włączanie: Ensure all connections are secure before applying power to the pedal. The pedal is ready for use once powered.

Figure 2: The Donner Lax Comp pedal connected to an amplifier, illustrating input and output connections.

3. Instrukcja obsługi

The Lax Comp pedal features four control knobs and a two-way toggle switch to shape your compressed tone.

Figure 3: Numbered diagram of the Donner Lax Comp pedal controls.

3.1. Pokrętła sterujące

• Podtrzymywać: Adjusts the compression ratio and increases sustain. As your signal decays, it will increase volume to create longer sustain.
• Atak: Adjusts how fast the compressor recovers from louder signals. A faster attack allows more of the initial transient through, while a slower attack compresses the initial transient more.
• Poziom: Adjusts the final output volume of the compressor. At the 12 o'clock position, the input and output volume are balanced.
• Limit: Controls the size of the input signal going into compression and generates limiting effects.

Rysunek 4: Szczegółowy view of the control knobs and their functions.

3.2. Tone Switch

The toggle switch allows selection between two distinct tonal modes:

• Naturalna: This mode utilizes the original circuit, maintaining the original input and output tone consistency.
• Jasny: This mode adds high frequencies to the signal, catering to users who prefer crisp and bright tones, often desired for funky styles.

Figure 5: The Natural/Bright toggle switch for tone adjustment.

3.3. Prawdziwe obejście

The pedal features true bypass circuitry. When the pedal is disengaged (effect off), the signal passes directly through the pedal without any coloration or degradation, preserving your instrument's natural tone.

Figure 6: The true bypass footswitch ensures a transparent tone when the effect is off.

4. Konserwacja

To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your Donner Lax Comp Compressor Pedal, follow these maintenance guidelines:

• Czyszczenie: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the pedal's exterior. Avoid abrasive cleaners or solvents, as they may damage the finish.
• Składowanie: Przechowuj pedał w chłodnym i suchym miejscu, z dala od bezpośredniego światła słonecznego, ekstremalnych temperatur i wysokiej wilgotności.
• Zasilanie: Always use a compatible 9V DC (center negative) power adapter. Using an incorrect power supply can damage the unit and void the warranty.
• Znajomości: Okresowo sprawdzaj wszystkie połączenia kablowe pod kątem zużycia i uszkodzeń. Upewnij się, że gniazda są wolne od kurzu i zanieczyszczeń.

5. Rozwiązywanie Problemów

If you encounter issues with your Donner Lax Comp Compressor Pedal, refer to the following common troubleshooting steps:

If these steps do not resolve the issue, please contact Donner customer support for further assistance.

6. Specyfikacje

• Model: EC1332
• Wymiary: 4.5" dł. x 2.5" szer. x 2.1" wys. (11.43 cm x 6.35 cm x 5.33 cm)
• Waga przedmiotu: 10.8 uncji (0.31 kilograma)
• Źródło zasilania: 9V DC Adapter (center negative, 50mA minimum)
• Format sygnału: Analog
• Interfejs sprzętowy: Wejście/wyjście audio 1/4 cala
• Kolor: Niebieski

7. Oficjalny film o produkcie

Watch the official introduction video for the Donner Compressor Pedal: