User manual ROLAND MKS-30

[. . . ] * 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. CHECK Indicator This indicator shows whether an effect is ON/OFF, indicates the tempo (TEMPO mode: p. The indicator lights when an effect is ON. * If this indicator goes dim or no longer lights while an effect is ON or while the MKS-30 is in TEMPO mode, the battery is near exhaustion and should be replaced immediately. For instructions on changing the batteries, refer to "Changing the Battery" (p. [. . . ] 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. The effect deepens as you turn the knob to the right. * The MANUAL knob has no function when this knob is turned completely clockwise. GATE/PAN: When playing in mono, this creates radical changes in the output volume. When playing in stereo, this alternately pans the output to the left and right, resulting in a flanger effect that imparts a sense of rotation or spinning. 11. The flange effect speeds up as you turn the knob to the right. MOMENTARY: The flanger effect is applied only while the MKS-30's pedal is depressed. * You cannot input the tempo in MOMENTARY mode. 7 Connections fig. 03 AC Adaptor BOSS PSA-series (option) OUT 9V DC/200mA Electric Guitar Bass Guitar Guitar Amplifier (Bass Amplifier) For monoural use, make the connection to the OUTPUT A (MONO) jack. * The GUITAR IN jack is given priority. 8 Connections * Inserting a plug into the GUITAR IN or BASS IN Jack will automatically switch the unit on. * The use of an AC adaptor is recommended as the unit's power consumption is relatively high. * Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Loosen the thumbscrew at the front of the pedal, then lift the pedal upwards to open the unit. * The thumbscrew can be left in the pedal while changing the battery. 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. Finally, insert the thumbscrew into the guide bush hole and fasten it securely. Thumbscrew Pedal Spring Base Battery Snap Cord Coil Spring Guide Bush Hole Battery Snap Battery Housing 9V Battery 14 Troubleshooting Power won't come on: q Is the specified adaptor (PSA-series; sold separately) properly connected?8). * Never use any AC adapter other than one specified for use with the MKS-30. * The CHECK indicator shows whether the effect is being applied or not, and is used to indicate other effects. It does not indicate whether the power to the device is on or not. CHECK indicator doesn't light: q Is the MODE knob set to MOMENTARY?When in MOMENTARY mode, the CHECK indicator light is normally off (the effect is off). The indicator lights (the effect is on) only while the pedal is depressed. [. . . ] As the battery is drained, the CHECK indicator dims, and the MKS-30 may start to function incorrectly. 14). Tempo not synchronized with the tempo input: q Is the MODE knob set to GATE?When synching to GATE, please refer to "Relationship Between the Flanger and Gate Effects" (p. Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC Adaptor PSA-Series * 0 dBu = 0. 775 Vrms * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice. 22 For EU Countries This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC. For the USA FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. [. . . ]