Roland 115 Bedienungsanleitung

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................... 2 USING THE UNIT SAFELY ........................................................ 4 IMPORTANT NOTES .................................................................. 7 Main Features ............................................................................ 8 D-BASS 210/115/115X Sh[...]

2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilater[...]

3 This product complies with the requirements of European Directives EMC 89/336/EEC and LVD 73/23/EEC. For EU Countries For Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel broui[...]

4 USING THE UNIT SAFELY 001 • Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual. .......................................................................................................... 001-50 • Connect mains plug of this model to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection. ...........[...]

5 012a • Immediately turn the power off, remove the power cord from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when: • The power-supply cord, or the plug has been damaged; or • If smoke or unusual odor occurs • Objects ha[...]

6 Placement 351 • Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source of inter- ference. 352a • This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in [...]

7 IMPORTANT NOTES 291b In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 2 and 4–6, please read and observe the following: Power Supply 301 • Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as[...]

8 Main Features The D-BASS 210 and 115 are powerful yet lightweight professional bass amps, which utilize Roland’s FFP technology incorporating new Active Speaker Control. The D-BASS 115X is a powered extension speaker. Stacking the D-BASS 210/115 and the D-BASS 115X lets you create an even more powerful system. D-BASS 210/115/115X Shared Feature[...]

9 Main Features D-BASS 210/115 ■ Also Features Piezo Input Jack for Acoustic Basses • The D-BASS is equipped with a Ultra-high-impedance piezo input jack, allowing piezo pickups to be directly connected to the amp. This makes the amp optimal for acoustic basses as well. ■ COSM Preamps for a Wide Range of Sound Possibilities • The D-BASS fea[...]

1 2 3 5 7 8 9 10 6 4 10 Panel descriptions D-BASS 210/115 Front Panel 1. INPUT Jack Connect your bass guitar here. This section features two jacks, PIEZO and NORMAL. PIEZO jack: Connect acoustic or electric basses equipped with piezo pickups to this jack. The ultra-high impedance circuitry provides a clear sound with minimal degradation in tone. NO[...]

11 Panel descriptions 11 12 13 14 15 18 16 17 7. MODE Switch Used in combination with the COMPRESSION knob (8), this switches the compression effect type. STANDARD: This produces a compression effect like that used in recording studios. TUBE LOGIC: This provides the natural, fat compressed sound typical of tube amps. This characteristic sense of ha[...]

12 Panel descriptions * Regardless of the knob position, the effects are bypassed when nothing is connected to the EFFECT RETURN jack. * With a series connection, no sound is output from the D- BASS when the volume of the external effects processor is turned down completely or the effects processor’s power is turned off. • Series-Connected Effe[...]

13 Panel descriptions D-BASS 210/115 Rear Panel fig.01-02 1. FOOT SW Jack You can connect a latch-type switch (optional BOSS FS- 5L) and use the switch to turn the Mute function on and off. * Set the foot switch Polarity setting as shown below. fig.01-03 When you have a foot switch connected, the mute function can be switched on with either the MUT[...]

14 Panel descriptions 5. TUNER OUT Jack Connect tuners to this jack. * Other than the PICKUP TYPE switch, none of the D-BASS 210/115’s switches/knobs affect the TUNER OUT output. 6. BALANCED OUT Jack Use this to connect to external PAs and other such systems. You can switch the sound that is output to suit the particular application. This profess[...]

15 Panel descriptions D-BASS 115X Control Panel fig.02-01 1. INPUT Jack Connect a D-BASS 210/115 or other bass amp or device here. Connect to the SUB OUT jack when connecting a 210/ 115. The SUB OUT volume is linked to the VOLUME knob, allowing you to control the volume of the 115X with the 210/115 VOLUME knob. In this case, the volume balance betw[...]

16 Panel descriptions 5. FREQUENCY Knob In the SUB WOOFER mode, this adjusts the frequency range played back from the unit’s speaker. Adjust this according to the character of the connected bass guitar, as well as the performance environment. * This is disabled in Full Range mode. The relationship between the FREQUENCY knob indicator and the acti[...]

17 When Using D-BASS 210/115 & 115X in Stack Configuration Stacking The D-BASS 210/115 can be used in a stacked configuration with the D-BASS 115X. When stacking, be sure to follow the instructions below. When stacking, be sure to follow the instructions below. • Be sure to set up and use these units in stable, level locations. • To prevent[...]

18 When Using D-BASS 210/115 & 115X in Stack Configuration Adjusting the Tone The following steps are effective in adjusting the tone when the D-BASS 210/115 and 115X are used together (stacked). ■ Setup • Before connecting the 115X, make tone adjustments roughly on the 210/115 alone first. • After connecting the 115X, start out with all [...]

19 Sample Settings D-BASS 210/115 Set the VOLUME knob at appropriate volume level. WOODY JAZZ fig.sample_1 A warm bass sound perfectly suited for jazz. This provides a natural sound even when an acoustic bass is connected. To fatten the core sound, raise the BASS and MID levels. You can correct any typical high-frequency problems with piezo pickups[...]

20 How to handle the Casters Attaching and Removing the Casters You can attach or remove casters as shown in the following figure. fig.05-01 To ensure adequate stability, be sure to attach all four wheels whenever using the unit with caster wheels. Whenever using the unit without caster wheels, be sure to remove all four wheels. Be sure to remove a[...]

21 Block Diagram TUNER OUT PEAK BALANCED OUT GND LIFT LINE OUT DI OUT PHONES SUB OUT LINE OUT COMP EQ EFFECT BLEND MODERN SHAPE VINTAGE SHAPE SUPER FLAT SHAPE AMPLIFIER COMP- RESSION BASS MID FREQ EFFECT BLEND TREBLE GAIN ACTIVE / PASSIVE PIEZO NORMAL STANDARD / TUBE LOGIC SEND RETURN EFFECT HIGH LOW TWEETER VOLUME FFP FFP POWER AMP (TRI-AMP) TW WF[...]

22 Specifications D-BASS 210 D-BASS 115 Rated Power Output 400 W (Woofer 160 W x 2 + Tweeter 80 W) 330 W (Woofer 250 W + Tweeter 80 W) Nominal Input Level INPUT PIEZO: -13 dBu/4.7 M Ω INPUT NORMAL: -10 dBu/1 M Ω (PICKUP TYPE: PASSIVE) 0 dBu/50 k Ω (PICKUP TYPE: ACTIVE) EFFECT RETURN: +4 dBu Nominal Output Level SUB OUT: +4 dBu LINE OUT: +4 dB[...]

23 Troubleshooting *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. D-BASS 115X Rated Power Output 330 W (Woofer 250 W + Tweeter 80 W) Nominal Input Level INPUT: +4 dBu/22 k Ω Nominal Output Level THRU OUT: +4 dBu Speaker 38 cm (15 inches) x 1[...]

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