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Main Features The V-Guitar is a new instrument that fuses a traditional Fender® Stratocaster® with Roland’s cutting-edge technology. The G-5 VG Stratocaster® can be used not only as a conventional Stratocaster®, but also allows you to play a wide range of sounds using COSM technology such as those of humbucking pickups or an acoustic guitar, simply by turning a single knob.
Panel Descriptions Normal Pickups GK Pickup These are the normal guitar pickups. This is the special V-Guitar divided pickup. Mode Page 6 This switches the mode (tonal character) between normal guitar and modeling guitar. Tuning Page 8 This switches from normal tuning to alternate tuning or the sound of a 12-string guitar. 5-Way Switch Page 7 In normal guitar mode, this selects different pickup positions. For the modeling guitar, this switches between different tonal characters.
Panel Descriptions Tremolo Cover Electronics Cover This is the cover of the tremolo unit. * DO NOT remove the Electronics Cover. Doing so will result in a void of warranty. Battery Cover Install batteries here. Battery Type: Four AA Life: Up to 9 hours with high powered rechargeable Ni-MH batteries (2600 mAH – 2700 mAH). Life may be less with regular alkaline batteries.
Turning On the Power To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections. Once everything is properly connected, be sure to follow the procedure below to turn on their power. If you turn on equipment in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction or equipment failure. When powering up Turn on the power to your amp last. When powering down Turn off the power to your amp first.
Selecting Modeling Modes The mode knob lets you select either the normal guitar or one of the modeling modes (tonal characters). Here are the modes: Mode Normal (N) Modeled Stratocaster (S) Explanation In this non-modeling mode, your guitar uses its three standard Strat pickups only and plays like a standard Stratocaster® guitar. In the modeling mode, you now have the option of a 12-string sound or several different alternate tunings (p. 8).
Selecting Modeling Modes While in each mode, simply use the blade 5-way selector switch to switch pickups as if you are playing the guitar type that you’ve selected.
Selecting Tunings The “Tuning” control lets you choose among several different tunings and 12-string sounds, all at the turn of a rotary selector control. It’s great to know you’ll no longer be needing multiple guitars laying around in different tunings at the gig or in the studio. Tuning Explanation Normal (N) In this mode, your guitar plays in standard tuning (E A D G B E). Drop D (D) In this mode, your guitar plays with the lowest string tuned to D (D A D G B E).
About GK Pickup Height Your Stratocaster® is set up at the factory for optimal performance. It may need adjustments from time to time. For Fender setup guidelines please refer to the OWNER’S MANUAL FOR FENDER® GUITARS. If you have misplaced your manual this information can be found on-line in the “Support” section of www.fender.com.
Main Specifications V-Guitar G-5: VG Stratocaster® Controls Mode, Tuning, 5-Way Switch, Tone, Volume Indicator Power Indicator Connectors Guitar Jack Nominal Output Level -20 dBu Output Impedance 2 k ohms Recommended Load Impedance 20 k ohms or greater Power Supply DC 6 V: Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4, Rechargeable Ni-MH battery (AA, HR6) x 4 230 mA (DC 6 V) * Expected battery life under continuous use: Current Draw • Alkaline battery: 6 hours • Rechargeable Ni-MH battery: 9 hours * These f
USING THE UNIT SAFELY About WARNING and CAUTION Notices Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly. Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly. * Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.
USING THE UNIT SAFELY WARNING Don’t allow foreign objects or liquids to enter unit; never place containers with liquid on unit Do not place containers containing liquid on this product. Never allow foreign objects (e.g., flammable objects, coins, wires) or liquids (e.g., water or juice) to enter this product. Doing so may cause short circuits, faulty operation, or other malfunctions.
USING THE UNIT SAFELY CAUTION CAUTION Manage cables for safety Handle leaking batteries carefully Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed so they are out of the reach of children. • If fluid has leaked from a battery, make sure not to touch it with your bare hands. Avoid climbing on top of the unit, or placing heavy objects on it Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.
IMPORTANT NOTES Power Supply • To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always make sure to turn off the power on all your equipment before you make any connections. Power Supply: Use of Batteries • When installing or replacing batteries, always turn this unit off and disconnect any other devices you may have connected. This way, you can prevent malfunction and damage. • The life of the supplied batteries may be limited, since its primary purpose was to enable testing.
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For EU Countries This product complies with the requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT For the USA 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.
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