Tutorial : Mounting a Voodoo Labs Pedal Power 2 + onto a Pedal Train Board

[phil_104]

Hey guys,

So I posted a thread about getting a pedal train, and it sunk like a rock, but I still wanted to post this. I know there are a few tutorial videos on how to do this very verys simple instalation, but I still don’t see any harm in posting it here, for future young forum members who might be looking for answers.

Firstly, you will have to attach the brackets to the sides of your Voodoo Labs PPII+ power supply. To do this, simply unscrew 2 screws on the side of the power supply, and put that back into place, over the mounting bracket, mounting them into place. Do so on both sides (1 side at a time), keeping them even. A good way to assure they are even is to keep the far side of the bracket flush with the end of the power supply. This assumres proper room to fit, and a mesurement free positioning.

 

[phil_104]

Re: Tutorial : Mounting a Voodoo Labs Pedal Power 2 + onto a Pedal Train Board

Secondly, we must position the power supply in place, in order to drill the pilot holes, and mount it to the board. Before marking, afix 2 pieces of masking tape on the board, where you will mark the location of the holes. This insures you can clearly see your marks, but also insures that there are no scratches on the board when you adjust the final location of the power supply, and when you will drill, should you slip. The power supply simply sits in place : at the perfect depth for the brakets to touch the mounting surfaces.
Making sure that the outlet port is aligned with the hole at the back of the board is critical. When all is in place, simply mark the spots where you want to drill.
Then, using a 1/8 drill bit, carefully drill the holes into the board. The holes should be clean. If drilled properly, afixing the power supply should be no problem. Clear any debree.

 

[phil_104]

Re: Tutorial : Mounting a Voodoo Labs Pedal Power 2 + onto a Pedal Train Board

All that remains is now to take the included screws and install your power supply. If everything was done with care, it should line up just right, and the screws should go in smoothly. When you are done, you willl be able to see the logo on top of the power supply through the pedalboard. Clean off any dust or particals that could be left, and wire up your board.

It’s now time to populate and wire up your board! Enjoy.
Like I mentioned, a fairly simple instalation process, but if it can help 1 person looking for information online, I’ll be happy. It might also satisfy your curiosity if you wanted to know how the power supply fits under the pedaltrain.
Peace,
Phil

 

[eschoendorff]

Re: Tutorial : Mounting a Voodoo Labs Pedal Power 2 + onto a Pedal Train Board

Nice. Now I just need to figure out how to mount my Boss ME-70 to my Furman pedal board. Anyone have a tutorial for that?

 

[ratherdashing]

Re: Tutorial : Mounting a Voodoo Labs Pedal Power 2 + onto a Pedal Train Board

Great tutorial!

Also, you and I have the same board I think: PT2 with hard case?

 

[phil_104]

Re: Tutorial : Mounting a Voodoo Labs Pedal Power 2 + onto a Pedal Train Board

Great tutorial!

Also, you and I have the same board I think: PT2 with hard case?

Thanks man. Really simple, but I figured I might as well take a few pics while doing it.

Yeah, PT2 with hard case. The BEST bang for buck pedal board out there. Period.

 

[ratherdashing]

Re: Tutorial : Mounting a Voodoo Labs Pedal Power 2 + onto a Pedal Train Board

Thanks man. Really simple, but I figured I might as well take a few pics while doing it.

Yeah, PT2 with hard case. The BEST bang for buck pedal board out there. Period.

Totally. I practically stole mine. I got it for an Echo Park and $80.

 

[Bludave]

Re: Tutorial : Mounting a Voodoo Labs Pedal Power 2 + onto a Pedal Train Board

Nice job!

 

[Gearjoneser]

Re: Tutorial : Mounting a Voodoo Labs Pedal Power 2 + onto a Pedal Train Board

Looks nice and clean. Did those brackets come with the Pedal Train?

If nothing else, this thread reminded me that there's dip switches on the bottom of my PPII. I forgot about those.

 

[phil_104]

Re: Tutorial : Mounting a Voodoo Labs Pedal Power 2 + onto a Pedal Train Board

Looks nice and clean. Did those brackets come with the Pedal Train?

If nothing else, this thread reminded me that there's dip switches on the bottom of my PPII. I forgot about those.

The brackets are included with all new Pedal trains, excluding the mini version, or course.

 

[ratherdashing]

Re: Tutorial : Mounting a Voodoo Labs Pedal Power 2 + onto a Pedal Train Board

Looks nice and clean. Did those brackets come with the Pedal Train?

If nothing else, this thread reminded me that there's dip switches on the bottom of my PPII. I forgot about those.

What do they do?

 

[phil_104]

Re: Tutorial : Mounting a Voodoo Labs Pedal Power 2 + onto a Pedal Train Board

This is the explanation from the manual, from many parts. Surely someone can give a better explanation. I've never had to use them....

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On the bottom of the Pedal Power is an 8 position DIP switch with
switches numbered 1-8. These switches correspond to outputs 1-8
and select the output voltage. Normally, the switches should all be
in the NORMAL position for 9 volt operation.

There are two types of Boss pedals. These are identified by the type
of power supply specified, either PSA or ACA. Almost all Boss
pedals specify the PSA type adapter and operate at 9V like most
other pedals. Boss pedals which specify the ACA type adapter
operate at a higher voltage. When powering Boss pedals that require
ACA adapters you must use outputs 1-4 only and switch the
corresponding voltage selector DIP switch away from NORMAL.
Boss Twin pedals, like the DD-20, have a higher current require-
ment and will operate from outputs 5 and 6 only. Leave the
corresponding switch in the NORMAL position.

A device which can be powered by a single 9V battery will require
less than 70mA and can be powered by any output with the corre-
sponding switch set to NORMAL.
The only thing you can determine from the current rating of the
supplied power adapter is that the effect will draw less than the
specified value. For example, if the adapter is rated for 600mA,
you know that your effect requires less than 600mA. You don’t
know how much less.

Unregulated power adapters are rarely run at their full capacity,
which means that their actual voltage will typically be 20-30%
higher than their rated voltage. A 9VDC unregulated adapter will
usually be closer to 12VDC. If the effect doesn’t run from a battery,
it probably requires more than 100mA and should be operated from
output 5 or 6 with the switch away from NORMAL.
You can identify a switch-mode power adapter because they are very
light weight, usually specify a wide input voltage (90-250VAC),
and output DC only. They are inherently regulated so that if the
output says 9VDC, you should run the effect at that same voltage.

 

[ratherdashing]

Re: Tutorial : Mounting a Voodoo Labs Pedal Power 2 + onto a Pedal Train Board

... that's a really long way of saying "it raises the voltage a bit".

 

[phil_104]

Re: Tutorial : Mounting a Voodoo Labs Pedal Power 2 + onto a Pedal Train Board

... that's a really long way of saying "it raises the voltage a bit".

...just like this thread is a really long way of saying ''you bolt it under the frame''.
:friday: