DigiTech The Weapon Guitar Effects Pedal Owner's Manual

Quick guide from the manual

The DigiTech The Weapon is an artist series effects pedal designed in collaboration with Dan Donegan of Disturbed. It features seven signature tones, including distortion, phaser, wah, and sitar simulation. This manual provides instructions for setup, connection, and operation.

Included items

• DigiTech Artist Series Dan Donegan Pedal - The Weapon
• Artist Series Pedal Gig Bag
• PS200R Power Supply
• Artist Series Dan Donegan Guitar Pick
• Owner's Manual

Controls and connections

The pedal features several controls and inputs/outputs:

• Level Knob: Adjusts the output level of the effect.
• Cntrl 1 & Cntrl 2 Knobs: These knobs control different functions depending on the selected Type.
• Type Knob: Selects one of the seven signature tones.
• Input Jack: Connect your instrument here. Connecting a cable supplies battery power.
• Out 1 (Amp) Jack: Connect to your guitar amplifier.
• Out 2 (Mixer) Jack: Designed for direct connection to a mixer or recording device.
• Indicator LED: Shows when the effect is active. If dim or off, replace the battery.

Knob function descriptions

The Type knob selects the following signature tones:

1. Stupify Rhythm Guitar: High gain distortion.
2. Mistress Rhythm Guitar: Moderate distortion.
3. Voices Intro: Phaser ramping to full distortion.
4. Bound Intro: Wah with distortion.
5. Rise and Intoxication: Octave pitch shift effect.
6. Stupify Bridge: Sitar simulator.
7. Mistress Radio-Style Guitar Break: Distortion tone.

For most types, setting Cntrl 1 and Cntrl 2 to the twelve o'clock position is the recommended starting point.

Setup directions

1. Turn down the volume on your amplifier or mixer.
2. Connect the pedal output (Amp or Mixer) to your amplifier or mixer input.
3. Connect your guitar to the pedal Input jack.
4. Connect the PS200R power supply to the pedal.
5. Set the Level control to the minimum position.
6. Turn on your amplifier or mixer to the desired volume.
7. Press the pedal switch to activate the effect and gradually increase the Level control.

Battery replacement

1. Use the tip of a 1/4 inch guitar cable to push in the release pins on either side of the pedal.
2. Remove the pedal from the chassis.
3. Disconnect the old battery and connect a new 9V alkaline battery.
4. Ensure the battery cable does not interfere with the spring or switch arm.
5. Place the pedal back over the pins and push the pins in to lock it into place.

Specifications

• Input Impedance: 1 MOhms
• Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
• Power Supply: 9V Alkaline Dry Battery or PS200R power supply
• Battery Life: Approximately 4 hours with continuous usage
• Dimensions: 4 15/16 inches (L) x 3 1/8 inches (W) x 2 1/8 inches (H)
• Weight: 2 lbs