Controls & Connections
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20 S/PDIF Out – this jack sends out 24-bit digital versions of the Left & Right
Outputs. The System setup page lets you choose the sample rate and adjust the level.
See Chapter 6 for the scoop.
21 USB 2.0 – POD X3’s USB 2.0 jack lets you connect directly to a USB 2.0-equipped
computer, and take advantage of many computer-powered features:
Line 6 Monkey software makes it easy to install software and get updates. Install •
driver software with Line 6 Monkey, and POD X3 provides 8 audio inputs to your
computer via USB:
1-2 is the main signal, configured on POD X3’s Outputs page for Digital Outs.•
3-4 is Tone 1 separately in stereo.•
5-6 is Tone 2 separately in stereo.•
7 is the sum of the inputs you’ve chosen for Tone 1.•
8 is the sum of the inputs you’ve chosen for Tone 2.•
You can also connect your headphones or powered speakers directly to POD X3 to hear
your computer-generated audio, along with POD X3’s real-time processing. See Chapter
8 for more info on USB 2.0 recording.
22 FBV Pedal – connect an optional foot controller here, including the FBV, FBV
Shortboard, and FBV Express. The System page lets you set it all up. See Chapter 6 for
details. Note that POD X3 does not work with the older Line 6 Floor Board or FBV2.
23 Left & Right Outputs – these balanced, 1/4-inch TRS (tip/ring/sleeve)
connectors are ready to rock with pro +4 dBu balanced equipment. They will also work
happily with unbalanced –10 dBV equipment and standard guitar cables. If you need mono
output, you can use either one.