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Deutsch Français This document explains how to update the Spider IV (75, 120, 150, 150HD) using the FBV Mk II and Line 6 Monkey using Windows XP, Vista, 7, and Mac OSX 10.4.11, 10.5.8, and 10.6.x. Before you get started, you will need to have your Spider IV connected to the FBV Mk II (Express or Shortboard) using a CAT-5 cable, and you will need to have your FBV Mk II unit connected to an open USB port on the back of your computer (do not use a USB hub). Be sure that your computer is connected to the internet. Here is a video that shows you how to update your Spider: Close out any other applications running on your computer before updating the amp. This update has been successfully performed many times by our users. If you experience connection/timeout issues: Try another USB cable. Ensure that the pedal is NOT connected to the computer through a USB hub. Avoid plugging into USB ports found on keyboards, monitors, or laptop docks. Make sure to connect the interface into a USB port directly into the computer, especially into the back of a desktop. If problems persist, make sure to try to get a connection on all of the USB ports on your computer. If you continue to not get a good connection, you should try the update on another computer, as the first one may have a configuration issue. It is best to also try on a different network in the event your network's configuration is causing the connection issues. Satellite internet, dial-up connections and tethering to a phone are not supported by Line 6. Line 6 Monkey Instructions: 1) Run Line 6 Monkey and you will be asked which unit you want to work with. Highlight the Spider IV unit and select ‘OK’. 2) If Monkey asks you to register your gear, you can select ‘remind me later’. 3) Highlight ‘flash memory’, then select ‘update selection’. 4) If Monkey asks you to register your gear, you can select ‘remind me later’. 5) Select ‘Yes’ to continue. 6) Select "I Accept" for the software agreement and select ‘continue’. 7) Select ‘Yes’ to update the Flash memory. 8) Allow the unit to go through the update process. This can take up to 5 minutes. 9) Select ‘OK’ when the update is finished. 10) You will see a green check mark in from of flash memory to show it is now up to date. Das Aktualisierungsverfahren des Spider IV (75, 120, 150, 150HD) anhand eines FBV MkII via Monkey Software wird in diesem Dokument erläutert, für Windows XP, Vista, 7 sowie Mac OSX 10.4.11, 10.5.8 und 10.6.x. Bevor Sie aber loslegen müssen Sie erst das FBV MkII (Shortboard oder Express) via USB an den Computer und mit CAT-5 (RJ45) Kabel an den Spider IV anschließen. Stellen Sie außerdem sicher, dass der Computer eine Internetverbindung hat. Wie aktualisiere ich mein Spider IV: Video. (nur in englisch verfügbar) Schließen Sie alle anderen Programme auf Ihrem Computer bevor Sie das Update starten. Sollten Sie Probleme bei der Aktualisierung haben dann: Versuchen Sie ein anderes USB Kabel, Schließen Sie das Pedal auf keinen Fall über einen USB Hub an. Stecken Sie das Gerät immer direkt hinten in den Computer. Testen Sie es mit allen USB Ports, die zur Verfügung stehen. Wenn Sie immernoch Probleme haben, versuchen Sie das Update auf einem anderen Computer durchzuführen denn es kann auch an der Konfiguration des Computers liegen. Sie können zudem noch ein anderes Netzwerk austesten, denn eventuell hat Monkey Verbindungsprobleme. Anweisungen zum Update: Starten Sie Line 6 Monkey und es sollte Sie auswählen lassen, mit welchem Gerät Sie arbeiten wollen. Markieren Sie den Spider IV und klicken Sie dann auf ‘žOK’. Wenn Monkey Sie fragt, ob Sie das Gerät registrieren wollen, dann können Sie auch ‘žRemind me later’ anklicken. Markieren Sie ‘žFlash Memory’ und klicken Sie dann auf ‘žUpdate Selection’. Wenn Monkey Sie fragt, ob Sie das Gerät registrieren wollen, dann können Sie auch ‘žRemind me later’ anklicken. Klicken Sie ‘žYes’ um fortzufahren. Klicken Sie ‘žI Accept’ und dann ‘žContinue’. Klicken Sie ‘žYes’ um Flash Memory zu aktualisieren, dies kann einige Minuten dauern. Drücken Sie ‘žOK’ sobald das Update fertig ist. Vor dem Flash Memory sollten Sie nun ein grünes Häkchen sehen, welches angibt, dass das Update vollständig ist. Ce document explique comment vous pouvez mettre le Spider IV (75, 120,150 et 150HD) à jour en utilisant un Shortboard/Express MkII sur un ordinateur Microsoft et Mac OSX 10.4.11, 10.5.8 et 10.6.X. Connectez votre FBV MkII au Spider IV. Connectez le FBV MkII avec un câble USB à votre ordinateur, n’™utilisez pas un hub USB. Vérifiez si l’™ordinateur est connecté à l’™internet. Ici, un vidéo que vous montre le processus. (en anglais) Fermez tous les autres programmes avant la mise à jour. Si vous avez de problèmes avec l’™installation : Éssayez un autre câble USB. Toujours connectez le câble USB dans l’™arrière de l’™ordinateur. Éssayez tous les ports USB. Éssayez un autre ordinateur, c’™est possible que l’™ordinateur a des problèmes de configuration. Éssayez un autre réseau, c’™est possible que la configuration du réseau cause des problèmes. Instructions Line 6 Monkey : Démarrez Line 6 Monkey, le programme vous donne le choix quel appareil vous voulez utiliser. Sélectez le Spider IV et cliquez « OK ». Si Monkey veut registrer votre appareil, vous pouvez cliquer sur « Remind me later ». Sélectez Flash Memory et cliquez sur « Update Selection ». Si Monkey veut registrer votre appareil, vous pouvez cliquer sur « Remind me later ». Cliquez « Yes » pour continuer. Cliquez « I Accept » et « Continuer ». Cliquez « Yes » pour mettre à jour le Flash Memory. Après l’™installation (jusqu'à 5 minutes), cliquez « OK ». Maintenant, vous pouvez voir une coche verte à côté de Flash Memory.

Q: What are the amp models on the Spider V? A: There are 78 total amp models on the Spider V. Check out this link for the complete model listing. Model List The tone settings list numerous songs can be used to dial sounds in as well. If you would like to return your unit to the original presets, please perform a factory reset (see below). Q: How do I use the tuner on the Spider V? A: Press the Tap button, and notice the volume is muted during tuning. You'll see the LCD screen change to the tuner. Q: How do I perform a factory reset on the Spider V series? A: Hold down the Home button to access the settings menu. Scroll down with the encoder to where it says Factory Reset. Scroll to the right and press the encoder knob to hit Yes. Q: How do I perform a factory reset on the Spider V20 version? A: Hold all three FX, then press and release save while the amp is running. Spider Remote Q: I can't find Spider Remote in the Google Play store? A: If your Android does not support USB Host Mode (which is required for the usage of Spider Remote), the remote app will not show up in the search. Your device is not compatible with Spider V. You can read more about Spider V and Android compatibility here. Setup/Connections Q: What are the inputs and outputs on the Spider V? A: Instrument in and headphone out on the front, and all this on the back. Q: Can the Spider V guitar input and the AUX input be used at the same time? Will I hear both of these devices through the headphones? A: Yes, you can use both and you'd hear them both in your headphones. Q: Can I use an FBV controller with the Spider V? A: Yes, the FBV3 and FBV Express/Shortboard MKII are recommended for use with the Spider V. The FBV Mark 1 series may work, but is not supported. Q: Does the Spider V have an effects loop? A: There is no effects loop on the Spider V amplifier. Q: Can I turn off the Tap Tempo Light on the Spider V? A: Yes, hold down the Home button to access the settings menu. Scroll down with the encoder to where it says Tap Light. Scroll to the right and press the encoder knob to hit Off. Q: Can I use other Line 6 wireless transmitters with my Spider V? A: Yes, you can use any other Line 6 wireless transmitters that support RF 2. That includes Relay G30, G50/55, G90, and XDV 70/75 that are on their latest firmware releases. To use them you'll need to manually set the wireless channel on the Spider V in the Global Settings menu. Press and hold the HOME BUTTON to enter the settings menu. Q: How do I connect my Android device to my Spider V A: You will need a male Micro USB to Female USB-B or "OTG" adapter to connect to the amp and allow your Android device to work with Host Mode. More can be read and that here. Specifications Spider V Series Features and Specs USB streaming audio (compatible with Android, iOS and Mac or PC) 128 onboard presets 78 amp models 23 cabinet models 101 effect models Tap tempo/tuner Compatible with Line 6 FBV 3 and FBV MkII Foot Controllers Looper (60 sec) *Not featured w/ Spider V 30 or 20* USB connection Spider V 20 Specs 20 watts 1x8" custom speaker and tweeter Weight: 11 lbs. Dimensions: H: 13"" W: 12.2" D: 8.3" 1/4" Guitar input and 1/8" Stereo Aux input 1/4" Headphone output USB Micro-B Spider V 30 Specs 30 watts 1x8" custom speaker and tweeter Weight: 16 lbs 4 oz Dimensions: H: 14.5"" W: 15.5" D: 8" 1/4" Guitar input and 1/8" Stereo Aux input 1/4" Headphone output USB FBV foot controller port Spider V 60 Specs 60 watts 1x10 custom speaker and tweeter Weight: 20 lbs 12 oz Dimensions: H: 16.5" W: 17.5" D: 9" 1/4" Guitar input and 1/8" Stereo Aux input 1/4" Headphone output USB FBV foot controller port Spider V 120 Specs 120 watts 1x12 custom speaker and tweeter Weight: 29 lbs 4 oz Dimensions: H: 17.5" W: 20.25" D: 11" 1/4" Guitar input and 1/8" Stereo Aux input 1/4" Headphone output Stereo XLR output USB FBV foot controller port Spider V 240 Specs 240 watts 2x12 custom speaker and dual tweeters Weight: 42 lbs 12 oz Dimensions: H: 21.25" W: 27" D: 11" 1/4" Guitar input and 1/8" Stereo Aux input 1/4" Headphone output Stereo XLR output True stereo amp USB FBV foot controller port Spider V 240HDC Specs 240 watts (speaker outs) Two 4" speakers and two tweeters for stand-alone practicing (50-watts) Weight: 28 lbs 2 oz Dimensions: H: 11" W: 27.5" D: 11" 1/4" Guitar input and 1/8" Stereo Aux input 1/4" Headphone output Stereo XLR output 4ohm mono or 8ohm stereo speaker output True stereo amp USB FBV foot controller port Registration/Warranty Q: What is the warranty on the Spider V? A: The warranty on the Spider V is twelve months from the date of purchase. For more details please see this article: Line 6 Warranty Information Q: How can I register my Spider V? A: See this article: product registration F.A.Q. Troubleshooting/Service Q: My Spider V seems to be malfunctioning. What can I do as an end user? A: See this article: Line 6 Amp Troubleshooting Q: Can I turn off the Tap Tempo Light on the Spider V? A: Yes, hold down the Home button to access the settings menu. Scroll down with the encoder to where it says Tap Light. Scroll to the right and press the encoder knob to hit Off.

Mac: Click on link and choose Save File PC: Right Click on link and choose Save File As Spider IV 75, 120, 150 & HD150 - Song Settings, Part 1 Download PDF Song settings included: Ariels Come Out and Play Sabotage What's My Age Again Back in Black Day Tripper Anarchy in the UK Smoke on the H2O Rock the Casbah Crazy Train 7 Nation Army I Wanna Be Sedated Iron Man Purple Haze Welcome to the Jungle Boys Don't Cry Take It Away I'm Not Ok Lifestyles Head Like a Hole Sober Loser Everlong Say It Ain't So Satisfaction Smells Like Teen Spirit White Wedding Freak on a Leash Master of Puppets NEW! Spider IV 75, 120, 150 & HD150 - Song Settings, Part 2 Download PDF Song settings include: Voodoo Child Smooth Beat It (Rhythm / Lead) Are You Dead Yet Beast and the Harlot Inside The Fire (Rhythm / Lead) Your Betrayal (Lead / Rhythm) Into The Mirror Raining Blood Amber (Clean / Echo) Panama Seek & Destroy Surrender Starship Trooper (Rhythm / Lead) Use Somebody Fade To Black (Clean / Lead / Rhythm) Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds Suck My Kiss Sweet Child O' Mine (Intro & Rhythm / Lead) Stricken Stairway To Heaven (Clean / Crunch) You Give Love A Bad Name Want to make your own settings? Download the blank PDF. spiderIV75Up_blank.pdf Own an FBV Express MkII or? FBV Shortboard MkII? Head over to? line6.com/customtone to start sharing tones.