BOSSCO BE-5 User manual

UBOSS
GUITAR MULTIPLE EFFECTS
5 SPECIAL SELECTED EFFECTS FOR GUITARISTS
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B E 5 Owner’s Manual
QiBoSS BE-5 SUuITAR MULTIPLE EFFECTS

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FEATURES
Bi
ins
five
different
effect
units.
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The
BE-5
contains
five
different
built-in
effect
units,
and
therefore
can
be
used
without
connecting
the
effect
units
using
cabies
@
The
Overdrive’Distartion
allows
you
to
mix
two
different
effect
sounds
for
creation
of
wide
variety
of
effect
sounds
@
Provided
with
Send/Return
Jacks,
the
BE-5
allows
you
to
setup
an
effect
or
foot
volume
e By connecting a tuning unit to the Tuner Out Jack, tuning can be
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CONNECTIONS
achieved
even
during
live
performance
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External Effect Device
FV-SOL GE-7 PS-2 etc.
AC Adaptor
(PSA-120, 220 or 240)
11
When
you
have
connected
the
guitar
and
arnplifier
etc.
as
shown
in
“CONNECTIONS”,
connect
the
AC
adaptor
to
the
AC
Adaptor
Jack.
Now,
the
Power
Indicator
lights
up
showing
that
the
unit
is
ready
to
be
used
2
Set
the
control
knobs
as
shown
in
“PANEL
DESCRIPTION”
3 Set each effect unit:
@®
Turn
the
effect
unit
you
wish
to
use
with
the
pedal
switch.
(When
the
effect
is
turned
on,
the
corresponding
Effect
Indicator
lights
up.)
*
Make
sure
that
the
other
effects
are
turned
off.
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Set
the
effect
to
your
taste
as
explained
in
“PANEL
DESCRIPTION”
and
"SETTING
EXAMPLES"
@
Repeat
the
above
procedure
(steps
©
and
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for
the
rest
of
effects.
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PANEL
DESCRIPTION
Chorus
This
creates
sich
and
spacious
chorus
sounds.
@® Depth Control Knob
This
sets
the
depth
of
the
chorus
effect.
(Gk:
The
chorus
effect
is
made
deeper.
KD):
The
chorus
effect
is
made
weaker
@® Rate Control Knob
This
sets
the
rate
of
the
chorus
effect.
(GI:
The
charus
effect
is
made
quicker
and
deeper.
{(D|:
The
chorus
effect
is
made
slower
and
weaker.
Noise Suppressor
This cuts the noise or hum that may
be heard at break or interval between
songs. When the guitar sound be-
comes ower than the set level
(threshold level). this effect starts
working.
© Threshold Level Knob
This sets the threshold leve! where
the noise suppressor is activated
Adjust this depending on the input
and noise levels.
IC: The threshold level is set higher
KDE: The thrashold level is set lower.
* When the noise is high, rotate the
knob clockwise so that the decay
will sound natural.
if the threshold levei is set higher
and the guitar's volume lower. the
noise suppressor may work, causing
no sound to be output.
Digital Delay
This adds slightly delayed sound to the actual guitar's sound. making richer
sound. it also can create special effects. The BE-5 adopts the digital delay. so
that delay effect can be obtained without deteriorating the sound quaiity from
3.8 to 1000 msec continuously.
@® Range Controi Knob
This sats the delay time together with the Fine Control Knob. The Range Control
Knob alfows you to set the delay time in 8 levels.
{Q]: The delay time is made longer. Use this for long delay effect.
(Oi: The delay time is made shorter. Use this for short delay effect
@ Fine Control Knob
This finely adjusts the delay time set with Range Control Knob fram x0.5 to
x10
IGI: The set delay time is made longer.
KDI: The set delay time is made shorter.
@ Feedback Control Knob
This adjusts the amount of feedback.
iQ: The amount of feedback is increased.
4D: The amount of feedback is decreased. At the minimum position, single
delay effect is created.
* Rotating this knob clockwise may cause oscillation.
© Effect Levei Controt Knob
This adjust the level of delay sound.
|; The volume of delay sound is increased. At the maximum, the direct and
delay sounds are equal.
: The volume of delay sound is decreased. At the minimum, oniy the direct
sound is output.

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@ Output Jack A (Monaural)
@® Output Jack B
These are to connect to guitar amplifiers
*
When
using
only
one
guitar
amplifier,
connect
it
to
the
Output
Jack
A.
*
When
using
two
guitar
amplifiers,
the
same
signals
are
output
from
the
Outputs
A
and
B
with
chorus
off,
while
with
chorus
on
Output
A
sends
chorus
sound
(pitch
changed
sound)
that
contains
no
norma!
sound
and
the
Output
8B
sends
normal
sound
The
BE-S
adopts
the
space
compounding
system,
therefore,
the
chorus
effect
{
varies
depending
on
the
distance
between
the
speakers.
Please
set
the
effect
as
you
actually
hear
the
sound
@ AC Adaptor Jack
Connect an AC adaptor to this jack.
® Cord Hooker
Attach
the
cord
of
the
AC
adaptor
to
the
unit
as
shown
in
the
picture
to
avoid
disconnection
of
the
adaptor
plug.

Overdrive/Distortion
This effect creates overdrive or distortion which is essential for Rock or Heavy
Metal sounds.
© Color Control Knob
This BE-5 includes both overdrive and distortion effects. By adjusting the volume
balance of these effect sounds, you can obtain single effect or mixed sounds.
{Q¥): Distortion saund is increased.
{): Overdrive sound is increased.
* At the fully clockwise or counterclockwise position, cnly either of the effects
is obtained.
© Drive Control Knob
This contrals the depth of the overdrivesdistortion effect.
IGI: The distortion of sound is emphasized, resulting powerful sounds.
{DL The distortion of sound is cut, resulting softer sounds.
@ Tone Control Knob
This controls tone of the overdrivedistortion sound.
(Gi: Higher frequencies are emphasized. creating sharp sounds.
IDI: Higher frequencies are cut, creating soft sounds.
@ Level Control Knob
This adjusts tha volume of overdrive or distortion sound. Adjust this knob so
that there will be no volume difference between the effect and normal sounds.
ICU: Effect sound is increased.
{(|: Effect sound is decreased.
@ Power Indicator
Compressor
This effect cuts higher ampiitude and boosts lower amplitude. for creating a
long sustain effect without distorting the direct sounds.
© Sustain Control Knob
This controis the sustained time of sound.
IGE. Sustained time of sound is made ionger.
{D1: Sustained time of sound is made shoner. At its minimum posiiion, the
knob cuts the maximum input signal. working Jike a limiter.
@ Attack Control Knob
This controls the intensity of the picking attack.
IG: Each note takes on attack even in quick performance, therefore sharp
sound is created
{OD}: Picking attack is lowered.
@ Tone Contro! Knob
This controls tone of the guitar sounds.
{QI: Higher frequencies are emphasized, creating sharp sounds.
iD): Higher frequencies are cut, creating soft sounds.
@ Level Control Knob
This controls the volume when the effect is on. Adjust this knob so that there
will be no volume difference between the effect and normal sounds.
[GI: The ievel of effect sound is increased.
[>]: The ievel of effect sound is decreased.
This fights up when the AC adaptor is plugged in the AC Adaptor Jack, showing that
the unit is ready to be used
@ Effect Indicators
This lights up when the corresponding effect is turned on, and therefore can be used
as an on/off indicator of each effect
© Pedal Switch
Pressing the pedal turns on or off the effect.
@® Input Jack
Connect a guitar to this jack.
@ Tuner Output Jack
The Tuner Output Jack sends guitar signals for tuning constantly. Connect a tuning unit
so that you can achieve tuning at any time
@ Send Jack
@ Return Jack
By connecting an external device such as an effect, an additional function can be set
between the overdrive/distortion and digital delay
* How to set up an external device is shown in “CONNECTIONS”
[Setup Examples]
The following shows how to set up 2 unit to the Send’Return jacks
O Connect a foot volume {FV-50L}
The foot volume is connected pre digital delay for creating natural decay with remaining
delay in violin performance
& Connect an equalizer (GE-7}
The equalizer allows you to change the tone of sound
C Connect 4 pitch shifter (PS-2)
By adding a sound of shifted pitch, you can obtain such effect as two guitars are playing

Wi SETTING EXAMPLES
® Long Delay Lead Sound
ELEVEL FBACK DRIVE = COLOR LEVEL = TONE = ATTACK «SUSTAIN
@ Long Sustained Lead Sound
RATE = DEPTH TORE = ATTACK. «SUSTAIN
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© Solid Lead Sound
E.LEVEL —F.BACK FINE nr LEVEL =—-TONE «= ATTACK «SUSTAIN
®@ Lead Sound without distortion
ELEVEL F.BACK LEVEL = TONE = ATTACK SUSTAIN
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TONE = ATTACK «SUSTAIN

Gi IMPORTANT NOTES
©
Be
sure
to
use
the
supplied
AC
adaptor
(PSA-120/-220/-240).
e
The
appropriate
power
supply
for
this
unit
is
shown
on
its
name
plate.
Please
make
sure
that
the
line
voltage
in
your
country
meets
the
requirements.
®
Do
not
use
the
same
socket
used
for
any
noise
generating
device.
(such
as
a
motor
or
variable
lighting
system.}
®
When
disconnecting
the
power
plug
from
the
socket,
do
not
pull
the
cord
but
hold
the
plug
to
avoid
damaging
the
cord.
® Avoid damaging the power cord
|f
the
unit
is
not
to
be
used
for
a
long
period
of
time,
unplug
the
cord
fram
the
socket.
©
Before
setting
up
this
BE-5
with
other
devices,
turn
this
unit
off
along
with
all
other
units.
©
Avoid
using
this
device
in
excessive
heat
or
humidity
conditions,
or
where
it
may
be
affected
by
direct
sunlight
or
dust
and
avoid
places
subject
to
high
vibration.
©
Operating
the
unit
near
a
neon
light,
fluorescent
iamp,
TV
or
CRT
Display
may
cause
noise
interference.
if
so,
change
the
angle
or
the
position
of
the
unit.
Do not place or drop anything heavy on the main unit or its power cord.
For cleaning the unit, use a dry and soft cloth
if the casing is stained, use a cioth slightly dampened with water.
To remove stubborn stains, clean the casing with a cloth moistened
with a nutrai detergent, then wipe it dry with a soft cloth
Do not use solvents such as paint thinner when cleaning.
Adjust the volume control to a level that will not disturb the neighbor-
hood, especially at night when sounds can travel over fong distance.
Do not allow fluid or foreign matter, such as water, beverages, coins
and wires, to enter this unit.
Do not examine or modify the internal components or circuitry. Electrical
shocks or damage may result.
Do not subject this unit to strong shocks, or more it while the power
is on.
if this unit faits to operate correctly, turn it off immediately and contact
your Roland dealer.
(ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS» ® Chorus
|
SPECIFICATIONS
@
Input
Frequency
Response:
30Hz
to
13kHz
Rated Input Level: —20dBm (t4dB)
(CONTROLS) Input Impedance: 1IMQ Residual Noise: Less than ~90dBm
@
Tuner
Output
(IHF-A)
@
Compressor
Rated
Output
Level:
-20dBm
Power:
9VDC
{AC
Adaptor
PSA-120,
220
or
Sustain, Attack, Tone, Level Output Impedance: 2k0 240)
@ Overdrive/Distortion
Color, Drive, Tone, Level
@ Digital Delay
Range, Fine, Feedback, Effect Level
@ Noise Suppressor
Threshold Level
® Chorus
Depth, Rate
«SWITCHES?
Pedal x 4
«INDICATORS»
Effect x 4
Power x 1
WACKS?
Input, Output A (Monaural), Output B.
Tuner Output, Send, Return
BLOCK DIAGRAM
OUTPUT B OUTPUT A
{MONO}
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Output Load Impedance: More than 20k.
® Effect Send
Rated Output Level: —20dBm
Output Impedance: 1k
Output Load impedance: More than 10k.
e Effect Return
Rated Input Level: —20dBm
Input Impedance: 47k.
® Digital Delay
System: 12 bit (8 bit at 1000ms range}
equivalent analog logarithm
compression
Delay Time: 3.8 to 1000 msec
Frequency Response: Delay = 20Hz
to 15kHz (24d)
Residual Noise: Less than —-90dBm
(IHF-A) {at x0.5)
RETURN SEND
Current Draw: 150mA (maxirnum)
Dimensions: 300(W) x 40(H) x 200(D)mm
11-3/4" 1-9/16" x 7-7/8"
Weight: 9509/2 Ib 202 (without AC Adaptor)
Accessories: Owner's Manual
Options: Chromatic Tuner (TU-12, TU-12S)
Foot Volume (FV-50L}
Equalizer (GE-7)
Pitch Shifter (PS-2)
* Specifications are subject to change
without notice.
For Canada
CLASS B “NOTICE
This digital spparstus does not excesd the Ciass B
| limita for radio noise emissions sat out in the Aadio |
Interference Regulations of the Canadian Ospartment ;
{of Communications. !
CLASSE 6 AVIS
Cet appareil numérique ne dépanse pes ies fimites de,
{la classe B au niveau des émissions de bruits radia-
| dlectriques fixe le Raglememt des signaux pera- |
ites par le ministéra canadien des Communications.
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SUSTAIN
ATTACK
TONE
LEVEL
CHORUS DIGITAL
NOISE OVERDRIVE
DELAY
SUPPRESSOR
DISTORTION
COMPRESSOR
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