Micro Q-Tron - Guitar effects pedal Electro Harmonix - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Envelope Filter / Auto-Wah Guitar Effects Pedal
Dimensions	4.5 x 2.75 x 1.5 inches (114 x 70 x 38 mm)
Weight	0.5 lb (227 g)
Power Supply	9V DC, center negative, 2.1 mm jack, 50 mA
Battery Option	9V alkaline battery (not included)
Controls	Boost, Peak, Sensitivity, Effect On/Off footswitch
Input/Output	1/4" mono jacks (input, output, and external trigger)
LED Indicator	Red LED when effect is active
Circuity	Analog, buffered bypass
Maintenance	Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use solvents or abrasives.
Safety Precautions	Do not expose to moisture or extreme temperatures. Unplug power when not in use.
Spare Parts	Contact Electro-Harmonix for authorized service. No user-serviceable parts inside.
Warranty	Limited lifetime warranty (details in manual)
Country of Origin	USA
Included Accessories	User manual, 9V DC power supply (optional, depending on retailer)

Frequently Asked Questions - Micro Q-Tron Electro Harmonix

What does the Micro Q-Tron do?

The Micro Q-Tron is an envelope filter that creates a classic auto-wah effect. The filter sweeps according to your playing dynamics.

How do I power the Micro Q-Tron?

Use a 9V DC power supply with center negative polarity and a 2.1 mm plug. Current draw is 50 mA. You can also use a 9V battery.

How do I adjust the effect?

The Boost knob adjusts output level, Peak controls filter resonance, and Sensitivity sets how hard you need to play to trigger the sweep.

Can I use an expression pedal?

Yes, the Micro Q-Tron has an external trigger input for connecting an expression pedal to control the filter manually.

Is the Micro Q-Tron true bypass?

No, it uses a buffered bypass to maintain signal integrity and prevent tone loss over long cable runs.

How do I clean the pedal?

Wipe the enclosure with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use any liquids or chemicals.

What type of battery does it use?

It uses a standard 9V alkaline battery (not included). To install, remove the bottom plate and connect the battery clip.

Can I run it at 18V?

No, the pedal is designed for 9V DC only. Using higher voltage may damage the circuit.

What is the warranty?

Electro-Harmonix offers a limited lifetime warranty for the original owner. Register your product online for support.

Where can I download the manual?

The manual is available for free download on notice-facile.com in PDF format. Select your language and provide your email to receive a translation if needed.

USER MANUAL Micro Q-Tron Electro Harmonix

Envelope Controlled Filter

Congratulations on your purchase of the Micro Q-Tron envelope controlled filter! The Micro Q-Tron is identical to our Mini Q-Tron but in a compact pedal. The envelope controlled filter is a unique type of sound modifier in which the user's playing style controls the effect. The volume of the input signal (also called the envelope) controls the cutoff frequency or center frequency of a swept filter. As your instrument's volume increases or decreases, so does the pitch of the filter.

-CONTROLS-

DRIVE CONTROL – This is the filter sweep sensitivity control. Turning the DRIVE control clockwise will cause the filter to react more to your playing. The more you turn up the DRIVE control, the higher in frequency the filter will jump when you play a note. When first plugging into the Micro Q-Tron, start with this control at 12 o'clock.

Q CONTROL – Determines the peak bandwidth of the filter. As the Q control is turned clockwise, the filter will sound increasingly narrow with a more obvious peak, making the effect more dramatic. Start with Q set to about 2 o'clock.

MODE ROTARY SWITCH (LP BP HP) – Determines what frequency range the filter will pass. Emphasizes lows in LP mode (Low Pass), midrange in BP mode (Band Pass) and highs in HP mode (High Pass).

STATUS LED – When the LED is lit, the Micro Q-Tron is in effect mode. When the LED is off, the Micro Q-Tron is True Bypass mode.

FOOTSWITCH – Toggles the Micro Q-Tron between effect and True Bypass modes.

CONNECTIONS – Connect your instrument to the INPUT Jack. Connect your amplifier to the AMP Jack.

-POWER-

POWER – Power, from the internal 9-volt battery or external battery eliminator, is activated by plugging into the Input jack. The input cable should be removed when-the unit is not in use to avoid running down the battery. The barrel connector on the front of the Micro Q-Tron is for a 9-volt battery eliminator capable of delivering 100 mA of current. The inner ring of the 9-volt battery eliminator must be negative, the outer ring positive. The unit's battery may be left in or taken out when the eliminator is in use.

BATTERY – The Micro Q-Tron can run off of a 9V battery. To change the 9-volt battery, you must remove the 4 screws on the bottom of the Micro Q-Tron. Once the screws are removed, you can take off the bottom plate and change the battery. Please do not touch the circuit board while the bottom plate is off or you risk damaging a component.

-PLAYING THE MICRO Q-TRON-

The Micro Q-Tron's effect is controlled by the musician's playing dynamics: a stronger attack or louder note will yield a more dramatic effect, while softer playing will produce more subtle effects. Use the full range of control settings in combination with different playing techniques to obtain a number of different and unique effects combinations. You might find that the DRIVE and Q controls work best when they are in the middle of their range rather than maximized.

When you play a note into the Micro Q-Tron, its filter will jump up to a high frequency and then slowly descend in frequency according to the envelope of the notes you play. The louder your note, the higher in frequency the filter jumps.

- WARRANTY INFORMATION -

Please register online at http://www.ehx.com/product-registration or complete and return the enclosed warranty card within 10 days of purchase. Electro-Harmonix will repair or replace, at its discretion, a product that fails to operate due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year from date of purchase. This applies only to original purchasers who have bought their product from an authorized Electro-Harmonix retailer. Repaired or replaced units will then be warranted for the unexpired portion of the original warranty term.

If you should need to return your unit for service within the warranty period, please contact the appropriate office listed below. Customers outside the regions listed below, please contact EHX Customer Service for information on warranty repairs at [e-mail] or [phone]. USA and Canadian customers: please obtain a Return Authorization Number (RA#) from EHX Customer Service before returning your product. Include with your returned unit: a written description of the problem as well as your name, address, telephone number, e-mail address, and RA#; and a copy of your receipt clearly showing the purchase date.

United States & Canada

EHX CUSTOMER SERVICE

ELECTRO-HARMONIX

c/o NEW SENSOR CORP.

47-50 33RD STREET

LONG ISLAND CITY, NY 11101

Tel: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Europe

JOHN WILLIAMS

ELECTRO-HARMONIX UK

13 CWMDONKIN TERRACE

SWANSEA SA2 0RQ

UNITED KINGDOM

Tel: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

This warranty gives a purchaser specific legal rights. A purchaser may have even greater rights depending upon the laws of the jurisdiction within which the product was purchased.

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