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RV-5_e.book 2 ページ ２００２年７月２３日 火曜日 午後５時３２分 Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of BOSS RV-5 Digital Reverb. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (separate sheet). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, this manual should be read in its entirety.
RV-5_e.book 3 ページ ２００２年７月２３日 火曜日 午後５時３２分 Features ● This high-quality, multifunction digital reverb gives you the quality of a studio effect, but condensed into a compact pedal. ● Models the sound of the spring reverb from Accutronics, a name synonymous with spring reverb. The emulation on modeling is so realistic that even the sound of the oscillations resulting from the mutual interference between dual springs is reproduced.
RV-5_e.book 4 ページ ２００２年７月２３日 火曜日 午後５時３２分 Panel Description 1. AC Adaptor Jack fig.01 1 2 3 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. 4 * As soon as you connect the AC adaptor, the unit is turned on.
RV-5_e.book 5 ページ ２００２年７月２３日 火曜日 午後５時３２分 Panel Description 2. CHECK Indicator This indicator shows whether an effect is ON/OFF, and also doubles as the Battery Check indicator. The indicator lights when an effect is ON. * If this indicator goes dim or no longer lights while an effect is ON, the battery is near exhaustion and should be replaced immediately. For instructions on changing the battery, refer to “Changing the Battery” (p. 12).
RV-5_e.book 6 ページ ２００２年７月２３日 火曜日 午後５時３２分 Panel Description 5. Pedal Switch Used for switching effects on/off, and for inputting the tempo. fig.02 7 8 9 10 6. Thumbscrew 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” (p. 12). 7. E.LEVEL (effect level) Knob This adjusts the volume of the effect sound. Turn the knob to the right (clockwise) to increase the effect sound.
RV-5_e.book 7 ページ ２００２年７月２３日 火曜日 午後５時３２分 Panel Description 8. TONE Knob This adjusts the tone of the reverb sound. The more you turn the knob to the right (clockwise) of center (standard), the brighter the sound becomes; turn the knob to the left of center to create a sound with greater warmth. 9. TIME Knob This adjusts the length (time) of the reverb sound. 10. MODE Switch Selects the reverb effect and pedal mode.
RV-5_e.book 8 ページ ２００２年７月２３日 火曜日 午後５時３２分 Connections fig.03 AC adaptor BOSS PSA-series (option) Keyboard OUT DC 9V/200mA Electric Guitar Guitar Amplifier * Be sure to lower the output level of any device being connected.
RV-5_e.book 9 ページ ２００２年７月２３日 火曜日 午後５時３２分 Connections * When running the unit on battery power, inserting a plug into the INPUT-A (MONO) or INPUT-B Jack will automatically switch the unit on. * The use of an AC adaptor is recommended as the unit’s power consumption is relatively high. Should you prefer to use batteries, please use the alkaline type.
RV-5_e.book 10 ページ ２００２年７月２３日 火曜日 午後５時３２分 Operating the Unit 1. When you have made the necessary connections (p. 8), depress the pedal switch to turn the effect on. (the CHECK indicator turns red.) fig.05 * The unit’s functions differ according to how it is connected. Refer to “Outputting Only the Effect” (p. 11). 2. Select the mode with the MODE switch. 5 4 3 2 3. Adjust the reverb time with the TIME knob. 4. Adjust the tone of the reverb sound with the TONE knob. 5.
RV-5_e.book 11 ページ ２００２年７月２３日 火曜日 午後５時３２分 Outputting Only the Effect By plugging into INPUT-B, you can have only the effect sound be output (the direct sound is not output). RETURN SEND RETURN SEND * When the effect is off, the output from OUTPUT-A and OUTPUT-B is muted. Mixer Guitar Amplifier * Make sure the input/output levels of devices being connected are matched appropriately. * When using a guitar amp to send/return the direct sound as well, connect to INPUT-A (MONO).
RV-5_e.book 12 ページ ２００２年７月２３日 火曜日 午後５時３２分 Changing the Battery When the indicator goes dim or no longer lights while an effect is on, it means that the battery is nearly dead and must be replaced. Replace the battery following the steps below. * The use of an AC adaptor is recommended as the unit’s power consumption is relatively high. Should you prefer to use batteries, please use the alkaline type. fig.09 Thumbscrew Pedal Spring Base Battery Snap Cord 2.
RV-5_e.book 13 ページ ２００２年７月２３日 火曜日 午後５時３２分 Troubleshooting Power won’t come on / CHECK indicator doesn’t light: ● Is the specified adaptor (PSA-series; sold separately) properly connected? Check the connection once more (p. 8). * Never use any AC adapter other than one specified for use with the RV-5. ● Is the battery low or dead? Replace with a new battery (p. 12). * The battery that was supplied with the unit is for temporary use, intended primarily for testing its operation.
RV-5_e.book 14 ページ ２００２年７月２３日 火曜日 午後５時３２分 Troubleshooting No sound / Low volume: Sound is distorted: ● Is the RV-5 properly connected to your instrument? Check the connection once more (p. 8). ● Is the battery low? As the battery is drained, the CHECK indicator dims, and the RV-5 may start to function incorrectly. Replace with a new battery (p. 12). ● Is the volume turned down on any guitar amp or effects device you have connected? Check the settings of the connected device.
RV-5_e.book 15 ページ ２００２年７月２３日 火曜日 午後５時３２分 Setting Samples Spring Reverb Concert Hall You can derive more of the spring reverb’s characteristic ambience by muting the lower strings.
RV-5_e.book 16 ページ ２００２年７月２３日 火曜日 午後５時３２分 Setting Samples Room Fat Sound Effective when TIME is matched with the phrase’s tempo. This yields an even fatter sound when used in combination with distortion effects. Garage Sound Chorus Effect Adds a sense of greater breadth and depth to arpeggios played with a clean sound.
RV-5_e.book 17 ページ ２００２年７月２３日 火曜日 午後５時３２分 Specifications RV-5: Digital Reverb Nominal Input Level ...................... -20 dBu Input Impedance ............................. 1 MΩ Nominal Output Level ................... -20 dBu Output Impedance.......................... 1 kΩ Recommended Load Impedance ..... 10 kΩ or greater Residual Noise................................. -93 dBu (IHF-A, Typ.): All knobs at center position Controls ............................................ Pedal Switch, E.
RV-5_e.book 18 ページ ２００２年７月２３日 火曜日 午後５時３２分 Specifications Current Draw .................................. 50 mA (DC 9 V) * Expected battery life under continuous use: Carbon: 2 hours, Alkaline: 6 hours These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use. Dimensions ...................................... 73 (W) x 129 (D) x 59 (H) mm 2-7/8 (W) x 5-1/8 (D) x 2-3/8 (H) inches Weight. ............................................. 440 g / 1 lb (including Battery) Accessories ......................
RV-5_e.book 19 ページ ２００２年７月２３日 火曜日 午後５時３２分 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
RV-5_e.
