Line 6 FBV MkII Advanced User Guide, English (Rev. 2)

FBV MkII Advanced User Guide: ReferenceReferenceWe’ve included this handy Reference chapter in case the answer to your question wasn’t too clear inthe previous chapters (or for you impatient types that want the quick answer!). Here we’ve includedlots of questions & answers, troubleshooting tips, and other info we figure you might be too embarrassedto ask about. You really should read through the other chapters too though!Questions & AnswersGeneral Q&AWhat is an “RJ45” cable? FBV MkII utilizes a cable with “RJ45” style connectors on each end toconnect to Line 6 amps and POD ® devices. We didn’t make up the name, that’s the industry term forthe style connector. It is the same as used for computer Ethernet network cables - so, if you happen toneed a replacement cable, just head to any electronics or computer store and just tell them you need astandard “Cat. 5” network cable, and they’ll think you know exactly what you’re talking about.I heard I can use my FBV MkII with Line 6 Monkey to update my Spider ® IV or SpiderValve MkII amp - how do I do that? You heard correctly! The short answer is to simply connectyour amp to an FBV MkII via the RJ45 cable, and FBV MkII to your computer via USB, and thenlaunch the Line 6 Monkey software. This will connect to the Line 6 Online server and recommend anynecessary updates for your Spider amp. Note that is required that you register your FBV MkII to obtainsome updates. For more info, please see the Spider IV or Spider Valve MkII Advanced User Guide foundon the FBV MkII Online Help site.What is the FBV “firmware” or “flash memory” and why do I need to update it? You can think ofthe firmware of your FBV MkII device as the permanent “software” on the inside of the device thatmakes things tick, and the flash memory is the section that holds instructions and device settings. Itis recommended that you run Line 6 Monkey every so often and let it install any recommended flashmemory update so that your device has the latest and greatest set of data to allow it to be compatiblewith other devices & software and function at its best.Do I need a special USB cable for FBV? Nope. Any standard USB cable will do, just like you’d buy toconnect any USB peripheral device to your computer. No need to spend extra on those 24 karat goldtipped, ultra-shielded, or quasi-impenetrable types (unless you want to).Can I connect my FBV MkII to a USB hub? Yes, but it really should be a powered hub (one thathas its own AC power cable powering the hub itself, rather than one powered fully by your computer).However, you’ll typically get the best USB communication when using one of the USB ports on yourcomputer itself rather than a hub.Where is the installer CD for my FBV MkII? There is no device driver installation softwarerequired for your FBV MkII device - just connect it to your Mac ® or Windows ® computer’s USB port(see “Getting Started” on page 1•1). All the other Line 6 software that works with your FBV can bedownloaded from the line6.com/software site, or by running the Line 6 Monkey software.USB/MIDI Q&AI already installed my FBV, but when I plug into a different USB port, why is Windows ® askingme to install it again? This is normal behavior on Windows ® computers - it will need to install a USBdevice the first time it is installed into a different USB port (see “Getting Started” on page 1•1). Goahead and run through the Windows ® device installation if prompted. You should not be asked toinstall FBV again when plugging into the same USB port thereafter.7•1