Director - Uncategorized Whirlwind - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Passive Direct Box (DI) with Shielded Transformer
Input Connector	1/4" TS jack (unbalanced)
Pass-Through Output	1/4" TS jack (paralleled with input)
Balanced Output	Male XLR (low impedance, 150 ohms)
Ground Lift Switch	GND/LIFT: disconnects ground to eliminate hum
Input Attenuation Switch	INST/AMP: selects instrument level or speaker level input
High-Cut Filter Switch	FLAT/FILTER: engages a high-cut filter (active only in AMP mode)
Warranty	3 years limited (materials and workmanship)
Compliance	Designed for professional audio use
Construction	Rugged metal chassis
Intended Applications	Connecting musical instruments or amplifier speaker outputs to mixing consoles or recording equipment
Special Note	Do not use with tube amplifier speaker output alone; always connect a speaker or dummy load

Frequently Asked Questions - Director Whirlwind

What is the Whirlwind Director?

The Whirlwind Director is a passive direct box (DI) with a shielded transformer. It converts unbalanced high-impedance instrument or speaker signals to balanced low-impedance signals for connection to mixing consoles or recording equipment.

How do I connect the Director to my instrument?

Connect your instrument to the INPUT (1/4" jack). Use a standard 1/4" instrument cable. The OUTPUT (1/4" jack) provides a parallel connection to pass the signal to an amplifier or tuner.

What is the INST/AMP switch for?

The INST/AMP switch selects the input sensitivity. Set to INST for most instruments (e.g., guitar, bass). Set to AMP for very hot instrument signals or when connecting to an amplifier's speaker output.

How do I use the ground lift switch?

The GND/LIFT switch helps eliminate hum caused by ground loops. Set to LIFT to disconnect the ground between the input and XLR output. Set to GND for normal operation.

When should I use the high-cut filter?

Engage the FLAT/FILTER switch to FILTER to reduce hiss and noise. This filter is only active when the INST/AMP switch is in AMP mode. Set to FLAT for no filtering.

Can I use the Director with a tube amplifier?

Yes, but with caution. In speaker mode, the Director does not provide the proper load for tube amplifiers. You must connect a speaker or appropriate dummy load to the amplifier's output to avoid damage.

What are the output specifications?

The balanced XLR output provides a low-impedance signal of 150 ohms. The 1/4" output is a parallel connection from the input, suitable for feeding an amplifier.

Is the Director powered?

No, the Director is a passive device and does not require external power. It uses a high-quality transformer for signal conversion.

What is the warranty period?

The Whirlwind Director is covered by a 3-year limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship from the date of purchase. Keep your sales receipt.

How do I get warranty service?

Return the unit, postage paid, along with the original sales receipt to: Whirlwind Music Dist., Inc., 99 Ling Road, Rochester NY 14612. Whirlwind will repair or replace it at their option.

USER MANUAL Director Whirlwind

Rely on this passive DI with shielded transformer for premium quality performance.

Eliminates hum and buzz with ground lift switch.

Select between instrument or line and speaker level input signals with the simple flick of a switch.

Reduces amplifier noise with a switchable high cut filter.

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INPUT (1/4" jack)

For input of the signal from the source. The source may be the output of any type of musical instrument or amplifier speaker output. WARNING! In speaker mode, the Director does not supply the proper amplifier load required by most tube type amplifiers. Do not use a tube amplifier's speaker output alone with the Director. You must also have a speaker or appropriate dummy load connected to avoid possible damage to the amplifier.

OUTPUT (1/4" jack)

A "Y" connection or "loop through" from the input.

OUTPUT (XLR jack)

A male XLR, provides a balanced low impedance (150 Ohms) signal for connection to balanced, low-Z equipment (mixing console, workstation, etc.)

INST/AMP (Switch)

Most instruments will operate properly when set to the INST position. Set to the AMP position for use with very "hot" instrument signals or when connecting the Director to the speaker output of an amplifier.

FLAT/FILTER (Switch)

Engages a high-cut filter when used in the FILTER position to reduce hiss and noise. This filter is functional only when the INST/AMP switch is in the AMP position. Filter is bypassed when set to the FLAT position.

GND/LIFT (Switch)

Disconnects the ground between the input and the XLR output when set to the LIFT position to help eliminate hum. Ground remains connected when set to the GND position.

This product is warranted to be free of defects in materials or workmanship to the original purchaser for a period of 3 years from the date of purchase. Should warranty service be required, return the unit postage paid along with the original sales receipt to:

Whirlwind Music Dist., Inc.

99 Ling Road

Rochester NY 14612

Whirlwind will, at its option, repair or replace the unit. This warranty does not cover damage resulting from abuse, unauthorized modifications or use of the product in unintended applications.

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INPUT (1/4" jack)

For input of the signal from the source. The source may be the output of any type of musical instrument or amplifier speaker output. (WARNING! In speaker mode, the Director does not supply the proper amplifier load required by most tube type amplifiers. Do not use a tube amplifier's speaker output alone with the Director. You must also have a speaker or appropriate dummy load connected to avoid possible damage to the amplifier.

OUTPUT (1/4" jack)

A "Y" connection or "loop through" from the input.

OUTPUT (XLR jack)

A male XLR, provides a balanced low impedance (150 Ohms) signal for connection to balanced, low-Z equipment (mixing console, workstation, etc.)

INST/AMP (Switch)

Most instruments will operate properly when set to the INST position. Set to the AMP position for use with very "hot" instrument signals or when connecting the Director to the speaker output of an amplifier.

FLAT/FILTER (Switch)

Engages a high-cut filter when used in the FILTER position to reduce hiss and noise. This filter is functional only when the INST/AMP switch is in the AMP position. Filter is bypassed when set to the FLAT position.

GND/LIFT (Switch)

Disconnects the ground between the input and the XLR output when set to the LIFT position to help eliminate hum. Ground remains connected when set to the GND position.

This product is warranted to be free of defects in materials or workmanship to the original purchaser for a period of 3 years from the date of purchase. Should warranty service be required, return the unit postage paid along with the original sales receipt to:

Whirlwind Music Dist., Inc.

99 Ling Road

Rochester NY 14612

Whirlwind will, at its option, repair or replace the unit. This warranty does not cover damage resulting from abuse, unauthorized modifications or use of the product in unintended applications.