OWNER’S MANUAL

WARRANTY
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to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service. This warranty is valid to the original
purchaser only and is non-transferable.
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provided the product is returned to DigiTech WITH RETURN AUTHORIZATION, where all parts and labor will be covered up
to a period of one year. A Return Authorization number may be obtained by contacting DigiTech. The company shall not be
liable for any consequential damage as a result of the product’s use in any circuit or assembly.
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provided for any warranty service.
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incurring any obligation to install the same on products previously manufactured.
6. The consumer forfeits the benefits of this warranty if the product’s main assembly is opened and tampered with by anyone
other than a certified DigiTech technician or, if the product is used with AC voltages outside of the range suggested by the
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to assume any obligation or liability in connection with the sale of this product. In no event shall DigiTech or its dealers be
liable for special or consequential damages or from any delay in the performance of this warranty due to causes beyond their
control.

NOTE: The information contained in this manual is subject to change at any time without notification. Some information
contained in this manual may also be inaccurate due to undocumented changes in the product since this version of the manual
was completed. The information contained in this version of the owner’s manual supersedes all previous versions.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT & SERVICE

If you require technical support, contact DigiTech Technical Support. Be prepared to accurately describe the problem. Know
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Before you return a product to the factory for service, we recommend you refer to this manual. Make sure you have correctly
followed installation steps and operating procedures. For further technical assistance or service, please contact our Technical
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Please refer to the Warranty information, which extends to the first end-user. After expiration of the warranty, a reasonable
charge will be made for parts, labor, and packing if you choose to use the factory service facility. In all cases, you are responsible
for transportation charges to the factory. If the product is still under warranty, DigiTech will pay the return shipping.

Use the original packing material if it is available. Mark the package with the name of the shipper and with these words in red:
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INTRODUCTION
Thanks for choosing the DigiTech® Polara reverb stereo effect pedal. The Polara was designed for the
selective guitarist who wants the highest quality reverb in a compact package. The Polara provides such
distinguishing features as world-famous Lexicon® reverb algorithms, true bypass, constant high voltage
operation, and true stereo processing, making the Polara an essential addition to the signal chain of
players who know about sound quality and demand the utmost in performance with superior tone and
control.

The Polara offers 7 genuine Lexicon® reverb types:

• Room
• Plate
• Reverse
• Modulated
• Halo
• Hall
• Spring

To use the Polara pedal, enable the effect with the Footswitch (the LED will light when the effect is
enabled). Adjust the LEVEL control to mix in the amount of reverb effect. Select the desired reverb type
with the REVERB TYPE selector control. Adjust the tone of the reverb with the LIVELINESS control and the
length of the reverb tail with the DECAY control. Set the TAILS switch to the ‘ON’ position if you want the
tails to decay naturally after switching the effect off. Or, set the TAILS switch to the ‘OFF” position if you
want the tails to end abruptly when switching the effect off or want to utilize the true bypass feature.

FEATURES
• 7 Lexicon Reverb Algorithm Types
• Tails On/Off Switch
• True Bypass
• Stereo 1/4” Inputs & Outputs w/ True Stereo Processing
• Constant High Voltage Power Rails
• Effect On/Off LED Indicator
• Soft Touch Vacuum Switch
• Included StompLock™ & Pedalboard Hook & Loop Pad

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USER INTERFACE

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1. Tails Switch
When this switch is set to the on position, reverb tails will decay naturally when the effect is
switched to bypass. When set to the OFF position, reverb decays will end abruptly when the effect
is switched to bypass. When the Tails Switch is set to ON, the Polara does not utilize true hardwire
bypass. If you always want to use true hardwire bypass, set the Tails Switch to the OFF position.

2. DC Power Jack
Connect the specified HARMAN power supply (sold separately) to this jack. Be sure to use the
proper power supply for your area’s mains line voltage. See ‘Specifications’ on page 8 for power
supply model information. The Polara can only be powered using the external power supply.

3. Reverb Type Knob

Selects one of 7 Lexicon® reverb algorithm types:
• ROOM - Fast decaying reverb; great for a touch of ambience.
• PLATE - Renowned studio reverb found on classic recordings.
• REVERSE - Reverb in reverse; quietly crescendos to full volume.
• MODULATED - Lush modulating reverb ideal for chords.
• HALO - Shimmering reverb with cascading octave shifts.
• HALL - Large encompassing reverb with warm decay.
• SPRING - Classic “surf” reverb; great for Rockabilly too!

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4. Decay Knob
Controls the length of time it takes for the reverb to fade out.

5. Input 1 (Mono)
Use this jack when only a single connection is needed. Connect your instrument, the output of a
pedal, or an amp effects send to this jack. Signals are heard at both outputs when only this jack is
used.

6. Indicator LED
Lights when the effect is turned on.

7. Input 2
Connect a second input to this jack for stereo operation. Inputs 1 and 2 are processed separately
through the stereo reverb effect then fed to Outputs 1 and 2, keeping true stereo separation
between channels.

8. Footswitch
Turns the effect on and off.

9. Output 2
Connect this output to the input of a second guitar amplifier when a second amp is being used.

10. Output 1 (Mono)

Connect this output to the input of a single guitar amplifier or amp effects return.

11. Liveliness Knob

Controls the amount of high frequency response in the Reverb’s effect signal.

12. Level Knob

Controls the reverb level.

MAKING CONNECTIONS/APPLYING POWER

To connect the Polara pedal to your rig:

1. Turn down the amplifier’s master volume control.

2. Make all audio connections to the Polara as shown in ‘Connection Diagrams’ on page 4.

3. Connect the appropriate HARMAN power supply (sold separately) to the POWER input connector
and connect the other end to an available AC outlet.

4. Strum your guitar and gradually increase your amplifier’s master volume control until the desired
level is achieved.

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CONNECTION DIAGRAMS
Mono/Stereo Amplifier Setup

Amp 1 HARMAN
Power Supply

IN

MONO/1 OUT MONO/1 IN

2 OUT 2 IN OUT
IN Amp 2
Other Effects

Use only unbalanced TS instrument cables for audio connections. Optional

Amplifier Effects Loop Setup

HARMAN FX SND FX RTN

Power Supply
Amp

MONO/1 OUT MONO/1 IN

OUT

Other Effects
IN

Use only unbalanced TS instrument cables for audio connections. Optional

NOTE: If the amp effects loop has a mix control, set the mix to 100% full wet.

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EXAMPLE SETTINGS
Try these settings to get started.

Surf Spring Ambient Shimmer

Bright Plate Big Jazz Hall

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PERFORMANCE ACCESSORIES
The performance accessories make integrating the Polara pedal into any pedalboard a snap. The
following accessories are included:
• Hook-and-loop Pedalboard Pad
(designed to attach to the surfaces found on most commercial pedalboards)
• StompLock™
(keeps your settings where you want them)

Hook-and-loop Pedalboard Pad

To attach the Pedalboard Pad, do the following:

1. Peel off the existing rubber skid pad from the bottom of the pedal.

2. Peel the adhesive protector from the back of the Pedalboard Pad.

3. Apply the Pedalboard Pad to the bottom of the pedal.

4. 5.

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StompLock™
The included StompLock lets you lock your settings in place, while the open-top design lets you see
your settings.

To place the StompLock over the pedal knobs:

1. Set the knobs to your preferred settings.

2. Orient the StompLock so that it lines up with the knobs and gently push it over the top of the
knobs.

3. To remove the StompLock, gently lift it up and off the knobs.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Interface
Controls: Level, Liveliness, Decay, Reverb Type, Tails On/Off, Effect On/Off
Jacks: Input 1 (Mono), Input 2, Output 1 (Mono), Output 2

Inputs
Input Impedance: Effect on: >1 MΩ (stereo), >500 kΩ (mono)
Effect off: >1 MΩ (stereo), >500 kΩ (mono) with Tails switch on
Effect off: True hardwire bypass with Tails switch off

Outputs
Output Impedance: Effect on: 1 kΩ
Effect off: 1 kΩ with Tails switch on
Effect off: True hardwire bypass with Tails switch off

Physical
Dimensions: 4.40” (L) x 2.65” (W) x 2.0” (H)
Weight: 1.0 lb.

Power
Power Requirements: 9V DC external power supply
Power Consumption: 1.2 W (< 125 mA @ 9V DC)
Current Draw: 125 mA (typical at 9V DC)

Recommended Power Supply (Sold Separately)

Power Supply Model: PS0913DC-01 (US, JA, EU)
PS0913DC-02 (AU, UK)
PS0913DC-04 (US, JA, EU, AU, UK)
Power Supply Polarity:
Power Supply Output: 9V DC 1.3 A

Specifications subject to change without notice.

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