User manual ROLAND MKB-1000

[. . . ] AC Adaptor Jack 12 Accepts connection of an AC Adaptor (optionally available BOSS PSA-Series). By using an AC Adaptor, you can play without being concerned about how much battery power you have left. * Use only the specified AC adaptor (PSASeries), and make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specified on the AC adaptor's body. Other AC adaptors may use a different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock. * If there is battery in the unit while an AC adaptor is being used, normal operation will continue should the line voltage be interrupted (power blackout or power cord disconnection). 3 4 5 6 7 4 Panel Description 2. [. . . ] For monaural use, make the connection to the OUTPUT A (MONO) jack. 4. GUITAR IN Jack This jack accepts input signals (coming from a guitar, some other musical instrument, or another effects unit). 5. BASS IN Jack This jack accepts input signal coming from a bass guitar. * BASS IN is disabled when the GUITAR IN jack is used. * When running the unit on battery power, the GUITAR IN and BASS IN jacks double as power switches. Power to the unit is turned 5 Panel Description on when you plug into the GUITAR IN or BASS IN jack; the power is turned off when the cable is unplugged. Be sure to disconnect any cord plugged into the GUITAR IN or BASS IN jack when not using this effects device. 6. Pedal Switch Used for switching effects on/off, and for inputting the tempo. * You cannot input the tempo in MOMENTARY mode. fig. 02 8 9 10 8. Thumbscrew When this screw is loosened, the pedal will open, allowing you to change the battery. * For instructions on changing the batteries, refer to "Changing the Battery" (p. The range is raised as you turn the knob to the right (clockwise). * The settings range varies with the selected mode, as well as when an instrument is connected to BASS IN. 6 Panel Description 9. The more the knob is turned to the right, the more the flanger sound is emphasized, and the stronger the characteristic effect in the sound becomes. 12. ULTRA: Provides a stronger flanger effect than STANDARD. STANDARD: Provides a normal flanger effect. 10. Allow a brief interval to pass before progressing from Step 2 to Step 3 . * If you adjust the RATE knob after completing the settings, the effect then reflects the position of the RATE knob. * You cannot input the tempo in MOMENTARY mode. 12 Setting the RATE by Inputting the Tempo with the Pedal Switch Relationship Between the Flanger and Gate Effects * The gate effect switches on and off 32 times over the period of the flanger effect's rise and fall. * If you want to have the gate working on eighth notes, press the pedal switch at the beginning of the fourth measure of the song you want to have synchronized. fig. 08 Frequency High GATE Effects Low 16 Times 16 Times 16 Times 16 Times RATE Flanger Rise Flanger Fall Flanger Rise Flanger Fall GATE = Flanger Effects Rise Input the tempo Flanger Effects Fall Input the tempo 13 About Sleep Mode When ten hours have elapsed since the last operation or audio input, the MKB-1000 will enter sleep mode (power conservation mode; only the bypass sound will be output). When running on battery power Insert the connection plug into the GUITAR IN jack or BASS IN jack. When running on power from an AC adaptor Insert the AC Adaptor plug into the AC Adaptor jack. While continuing to depress the pedal, move the DEPTH knob so it's within the range illustrated below. While holding down the pedal, turn on the power. 14 About Sleep Mode 4. Release the pedal to complete the procedure. * Battery power continues to be consumed even in sleep mode. To prevent battery consumption, turn off the power by removing the plug from the GUITAR IN jack or BASS IN jack. Enabling Sleep Mode (default setting) 1. Carry out the same procedure as described in steps 1 and 2 under "Disabling Sleep Mode. " 2. [. . . ] Remove the old battery from the battery housing, and remove the snap cord connected to it. Connect the snap cord to the new battery, and place the battery inside the battery housing. * Be sure to carefully observe the battery's polarity (+ versus ­). Slip the coil spring onto the spring base on the back of the pedal, then close the pedal. [. . . ]