Owner’s Manual Before using this unit, carefully read “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (the leaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and the Owner’s Manual (p. 16)). After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference.
Panel Descriptions Top Panel 1 Display Shows the parameters and the values. 2 [PARAM] knob Adjusts the parameter that’s selected by the [PARAM] button. 1 2 3 4 3 [LEVEL] knob Adjusts the volume of the effect sound. 4 [DRIVE] knob 5 6 8 7 Adjusts the depth of distortion. 5 Mode knob Selects the sound. 9 10 11 12 Mode Explanation OVD Uses an asymmetrical overdrive circuit to produce sweet, mild distortion.
Panel Descriptions Mode Explanation DST (DIST) This gives a basic, traditional distortion sound. XDS (X-DIST) Distortion that uses MDP to provide ideal distortion in each frequency region. STK (STACK DRIVE) Produces the sound of a large stack amp. Drive settings provide a diverse variety of distortion. FAT (FAT DIST) Distortion that provides a thick distortion sound. BRW (BROWN) Lead sound with a distinct edge. 9 [PARAM] button Selects the parameter that’s adjusted by the [PARAM] knob.
Panel Descriptions Parameter Explanation XDS (X-DIST) : This is a distortion that uses MDP to obtain the distortion that’s most appropriate in each pitch range. STK (STACK DRIVE) : This models the sound of the BOSS ST-2. BOOST TYPE (BOOSTER TYPE) FAT (FAT DIST) : A distortion sound with thick distortion. MZN (METAL ZONE) : This models the sound of the BOSS MT-2. MCR (METAL CORE) : This models the sound of the BOSS ML-2. FUZ (FUZZ) : This models an ElectroHarmonix Big Muff π.
Panel Descriptions When STRUCTURE is PARALLEL The booster and main distortion are placed in parallel. Guitar Booster [LOW] Main distortion [HIGH] [MIDDLE] Gate Amp Parameter Explanation BOOST PRE (BOOSTER PRE GAIN) Adjusts the booster gain. Depending on the type, the sound will distort. BOOST POST (BOOSTER POST GAIN) Adjusts the volume of the booster. [LOW] [MIDDLE] [HIGH] knobs Adjust the tonal character of the main distortion and the booster as a whole.
Panel Descriptions Rear Panel (Connecting Your Equipment) When powering down Power-down equipment such as your guitar amp first. * To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections. * Before turning the unit on/off, always be sure to turn the volume down. Even with the volume turned down, you might hear some sound when switching the unit on/off. However, this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
Panel Descriptions D DC IN jack Side Panel (Connecting Your Equipment) An AC adaptor (sold separately: PSA-S series) can be connected to this jack. * Use only the specified AC adaptor (sold separately: PSA-S series) and plug it into an AC outlet of the correct voltage. * If the AC adaptor is connected while power is on, the power supply is drawn from the AC adaptor. E F E MIDI jacks Use a TRS/MIDI connecting cable (sold separately: BMIDI-5-35) to connect an external MIDI device.
Saving and Switching Memories Saving to Memory Here's how to save effect settings that you edited. 1. Long-press the [MEMORY] button. The display indicates “Wrt.” 2. Press the [MEMORY] button to select the savedestination (MAN, 1–4). If you decide to cancel, press the [PARAM] button. 3. Long-press the [MEMORY] button to confirm the save-destination. The memory is saved. * If you save to MAN, the settings of the panel are applied as the values for MODE, DRIVE, LEVEL, LOW, MIDDLE, and HIGH.
Overall Settings (Menu) Basic Operation Assigning functions to external pedals 1. Press the [PARAM] button and [MEMORY] You can connect a footswitch (sold separately: FS-5U, FS-6, FS-7) to the CTL 1, 2/EXP jack, and use it to switch the booster on/off or to change memories. Use the menu items “C1F” or “C2F” to make these settings (p. 10). button simultaneously. You enter menu mode. 2. Turn the [PARAM] knob to select a parameter, and then press the [PARAM] knob. The value is displayed. 3.
Overall Settings (Menu) Menu Parameter List About the MEMORY mark 55 Can be set and saved for each memory by the “Saving to Memory” (p. 8) operation. If you do not perform this operation, the settings are lost when you switch memories. 55 Can be set and saved for each memory if the preference (SWP/MEP/C1P/ C2P/EPP) is set to MEM (MEMORY). To save, refer to “Saving to Memory” (p. 8). If set to SYS (SYSTEM), the settings common to the unit are used. Function settings are saved automatically.
Overall Settings (Menu) Parameter Explanation Parameter SWP EPF Specifies the function of an expression pedal connected to the CTL 1, 2/EXP jack. oFF: No operation. DRV (DRIVE) : The same operation as the [DRIVE] knob. LVL (LEVEL) : The same operation as the [LEVEL] knob. LO (LOW) : The same operation as the [LOW] knob. MID (MIDDLE) : The same operation as the [MIDDLE] knob. HI (HIGH) : The same operation as the [HIGH] knob. PRE (BOOSTER PRE LEVEL) : Adjusts the BOOSTER PRE LEVEL parameter.
Overall Settings (Menu) Parameter Explanation Parameter PIN (PC IN) Specifies whether program changes are received (on) or not received (oFF). DRC (DRIVE CC) Specifies whether program changes are transmitted (on) or not transmitted (oFF). Correspondence between memories and program numbers Memory Program number LVC (LEVEL CC) MAN MEMORY 1–4 1 HIC (HIGH CC) 2–5 PRC POT (PC OUT) CCI (CC IN) CCO (CC OUT) Specifies whether control changes are received (on) or not received (oFF).
Overall Settings (Menu) Parameter Explanation MTH (MIDI THRU) Specifies whether MIDI messages received at the MIDI IN connector are retransmitted without change from the MIDI OUT connector (on) or are not retransmitted (oFF). P1–Pg (P1–P9) P10–Pgg (P10–P99) P.00–P.28 Specify the memory corresponding to the received program number. Bank select is ignored (received regardless). If this is “OFF,” the effect turns off.
Appendix Returning to the Factory Settings (Factory Reset) Here’s how to return the OD-200 to its factory-set state. 1. While holding down the [ON/OFF] switch and [MEMORY/BOOST] switch, turn on the power (insert a plug into the INPUT jack). The display indicates “FCt.” 2. Press the [MEMORY/BOOST] switch. The display indicates “Sur.” If you decide to cancel, press the [MEMORY] button. 3. Press the [MEMORY/BOOST] switch. The factory reset is executed. 4.
Appendix Attaching the Rubber Feet Main Specifications You can attach the rubber feet (included) if necessary. BOSS OD-200: HYBRID DRIVE Attach them in the locations shown in the illustration. Power Supply Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 3, AC adaptor (sold separately) Current Draw 220 mA Expected Battery Life Under Continuous Use Alkaline: Approx. 6 Hours * These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.
USING THE UNIT SAFELY/IMPORTANT NOTES CAUTION Keep small items out of the reach of children To prevent accidental ingestion of the parts listed below, always keep them out of the reach of small children. • Included Parts Rubber feet (p. 15) Repairs and Data • Before sending the unit away for repairs, be sure to make a backup of the data stored within it; or you may prefer to write down the needed information.
USING THE UNIT SAFELY/IMPORTANT NOTES Intellectual Property Right • This product includes third party open source software. Copyright (c) 2009-2017 ARM Limited. All rights reserved. Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the “License”); You may obtain a copy of the License at http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 • Roland, BOSS are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
