Owner’s Manual English

Before using this unit, carefully read “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (supplied on a separate
sheet).
* 5 1 0 0 0 7 2 3 8 3 - 0 1 *
After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference.

Panel Descriptions
DC IN jack CHECK indicator
In addition to 9-volt battery operation, this unit can also operate on an AC adaptor The indicator lights when an effect is ON.
(BOSS PSA series; sold separately). * The brightness of the CHECK indicator (LED) will dim as the battery
* Use only the specified AC adaptor (PSA series; sold lowers. Replace the battery when the LED is dim or does not light. For
separately), and connect it to an AC outlet of the correct instructions, refer to “Changing the Battery.”
voltage. AC adaptor * The CHECK indicator shows whether the effect is on or off.
* If the AC adaptor is connected while a battery is installed, (PSA series; sold
the power supply is drawn from the AC adaptor. separately)

-1OCT LEVEL knob

+1OCT LEVEL knob
This knob adjusts the volume of the sound that is one octave below the
This knob adjusts the volume of the sound that is one octave above the
direct sound.
direct sound.

DIRECT LEVEL knob GUITAR/BASS switch

This knob adjusts the volume of the direct sound. This switch selects settings that are suitable for a
guitar or a bass.

VINTAGE/POLY switch
This switch selects the character of the sound. -2OCT/RANGE knob
The operation depends on the setting of the VINTAGE/POLY
Vintage sound that simulates the OC-2.
switch.
VINTAGE Play (input) single notes.
Switch Explanation
Polyphonic mode that supports chordal
Operates as the -2OCT LEVEL knob. This knob
POLY input.
VINTAGE adjusts the volume of the sound that is two
octaves below the direct sound.
Operates as the RANGE knob. Adjusts the
OUTPUT jack, DIRECT OUT jack
bandwidth of the -1OCT effect.
Use this jack to connect to the input
As you turn this knob toward the right, the
of your guitar amplifier or the input of
effect applies to a wider range of frequencies
additional effect unit. POLY from low to high. As you turn this knob
* Output may vary according to the connections. toward the left, the effect is limited to the
low-frequency range. If this knob is turned all
Guitar Amp the way to the left, the effect applies only to
Connection the lowest note of the chord.
Sound that is output
method
Connect only to The direct sound and octave sound
the OUTPUT jack are mixed and output. Pedal switch INPUT jack
The octave sound is output from the This switch turns the This jack accepts input signals coming from a guitar (or bass).
Connect to the OUTPUT jack, and the direct sound is effects ON/OFF. * The INPUT jack also serves as the power switch. Power is
OUTPUT jack output from the DIRECT OUT jack. turned on whenever a plug is inserted into the INPUT jack,
and the DIRECT When the effect is off, the sound is Guitar and is turned off when the plug is disconnected. When not
OUT jack using the unit, you should disconnect any cord connected to
output only from the DIRECT OUT
the INPUT jack.
jack.
* If you’re using this unit together with other effect units,
connect this unit first in the chain (directly after the guitar).
Bass If guitar sound processed by an effect is input to this unit, it
Thumbscrew might not work correctly.
When this screw is loosened, the pedal will open, allowing you to change the battery.
* For instructions on changing the battery, refer to “Changing the Battery.”

Precautions When Connecting Changing the Battery Main Specifications

• To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn
Nominal Input Level -20 dBu
down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any 1. Hold down the pedal and loosen the
connections. thumbscrew, then open the pedal upward. Input Impedance 1 MΩ
• Once everything is properly connected, be sure to follow the Nominal Output Level -20 dBu
procedure below to turn on their power. If you turn on equipment Thumbscrew Pedal
Output Impedance 1 kΩ
in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction or equipment
failure. Battery Spring base Recommended Load
10 kΩ or greater
snap cord Impedance
Coil spring
When powering Turn on the power to your Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61 or 6LF22)
Power Supply
up: guitar amp last. Guide AC adaptor (PSA series: sold separately)
bush hole 55 mA
When powering Turn off the power to your Battery
* Expected battery life under continuous
down: guitar amp first. snap use:
Battery housing Current Draw
Alkaline battery: Approx. 7 hours
• Before turning the unit on/off, always be sure to turn the volume Battery These figures will vary depending on
the actual conditions of use.
down. Even with the volume turned down, you might hear some
sound when switching the unit on/off. However, this is normal and * The pedal can be opened without detaching the 73 (W) x 129 (D) x 59 (H) mm
Dimensions
does not indicate a malfunction. thumbscrew completely. 2-7/8 (W) x 5-1/8 (D) x 2-3/8 (H) inches

Weight 440 g
2. Remove the old battery from the battery
(including battery) 1 lb

Use of Battery housing, and remove the snap cord

connected to it.
Owner’s Manual, Leaflet (“USING THE
UNIT SAFELY,“ “IMPORTANT NOTES,“ and
Accessories
• If operating this unit on battery, please use alkaline battery. “Information“), Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61

• The life of the included battery may be limited as its primary

3. Connect the battery snap to the new battery, or 6LF22)

purpose was for testing during assembly. and place the battery inside the battery Option
AC adaptor (PSA-series)
• When operating on battery power only, the unit’s indicator will housing. (sold separately)
become dim when battery power gets too low. Replace the
battery as soon as possible.
* Be sure to carefully observe the battery’s polarity • 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
• If you handle batteries improperly, you risk explosion and fluid
(+ versus -). • This document explains the specifications of the product at the
leakage. Make sure that you carefully observe all of the items time that the document was issued. For the latest information,
related to batteries that are listed in “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and 4. Slip the coil spring onto the spring base on refer to the Roland website.
“IMPORTANT NOTES” (supplied on a separate sheet). the back of the pedal, and then close the • Roland and BOSS are either registered trademarks or trademarks
pedal. of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

* Carefully avoid getting the snap cord caught in the

Additional Precautions pedal, coil spring, and battery housing.

• When disposing of the packing carton or cushioning material in 5. Finally, hold down the pedal while tightening
which this unit was packed, you must observe the waste disposal the thumbscrew into the guide bush hole.
regulations that apply to your locality.
• Do not use connection cables that contain a built-in resistor.
For the USA

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