Radial Engineering JDX Direct-Drive User Manual

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Radial Engineering Ltd. JDX™ Direct-Drive™ User Guide3MAKING CONNECTIONSBefore making connections, it is good practice to turn your PA orrecording system down as this will prevent connection and power-uptransients from damaging more sensitive components such as tweeters.Plug a 9V power supply into the Direct-Drive. You can use any standardBoss-style PSU directly into the Direct-Drive or an isolated power supplyto power; the power supply is not included. Once plugged in, the LEDwill illuminate to let you know power is being received. A cable clamp isavailable should you wish to lock in the power connection. Simply loosenthe screw, pass the power adaptor cable through the hole and re-tighten.Set the four top-mounted switches to the off or bottom ‘start’ position.To test, connect your guitar directly to the Direct-Drive input and theXLR output to your PA or recording system. Begin playing as you slowlyincrease the level on your audio system. Try the VOICING switch bychanging the amplifier tones.WARNING: If using a multi-pedal power supply, you mustensure the DC outputs are isolated. If not properly isolated,the power supply can damage the JDX Direct-Drive. Pleaseconsult the power supply manufacturer to ensure the outputsare isolated before connecting.