Boss Audio Systems ME-20 manual

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of BOSS ME-20 Guitar Multiple Effects. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” . These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gain[...]

2 001 • Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual. ......................................................................................................... 002c • Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor. ......................................................................[...]

3 011 • Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit. ......................................................................................................... 012c • Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC adaptor from the outlet, and request ser[...]

4 IMPORTANT NOTES In addition to the items listed under "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" on page 2–3, please read and observe the following: Power Supply: Use of Batteries 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 a refrigerator, washing mac[...]

5 IMPORTANT NOTES 553 • Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions. 556 • When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or [...]

6 Contents Main Features ....................1 IMPORTANT NOTES ............4 Names of Things and What They Do .............................7 Front Panel..................................... 7 Rear Panel ................................... 10 Installing Batteries ...........11 Connections .....................12 Turning On the Power ................[...]

7 Names of Things and What They Do Front Panel fig.ME-20-front-panel.eps_70 1. Parameter Knobs These adjust parameters selected with the effect buttons and EZ EDIT button. You can check a parameter’s current value by holding down its effect select button and turning the knob (this displays the value without adjusting it). 3 4 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 1[...]

8 Names of Things and What They Do 2. Effect Select Indicators Show effects you can set using the parameter knobs. 3. Effect Select Buttons Press these buttons to select the effect whose settings you want to change. 4. EZ EDIT Indicator Shows whether EZ EDIT is on or off. 5. EZ EDIT Button Press this to use EZ EDIT (p. 22). 6. Display Shows the val[...]

9 Names of Things and What They Do 9. / Buttons Use these to adjust parameters in the various operating modes. Manual mode: NS THRESHOLD Memory mode: Bank (NS THRESHOLD when editing patches) TUNER: Reference pitch 10. WAH Indicator Shows whether the wah effect is on or off. 11. OD/DS SOLO Indicator Shows whether the solo sound is on or off. 12. OD/[...]

10 Names of Things and What They Do Rear Panel ME-20-rear-panel.eps_70 1. SECURITY LOCK ( ) http://www.kensington.com/ 2. INPUT Jack Connect your guitar here. * The INPUT jack doubles as a power switch. Inserting a plug into the INPUT jack turns on the power; the power is switched off when the plug is disconnected. Be sure to unplug the cable from [...]

11 Installing Batteries Insert the batteries as shown in figure, being careful to orient the batteries correctly. fig.replace-battery.eps_38 • When the batteries run down, “bt” appears in the display. When this occurs, install new batteries. • When turning the unit over, place some newspapers, magazines, or other suitable material under the[...]

12 Connections fig.ME-20-connect-e.eps_70 * When using an AC adaptor, be sure to use only the specified type (PSA series). Using an adaptor other than the specified type may cause malfunction. * To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume and turn off the power to all devices before making any conn[...]

13 Connections Turn on power to the various devices in the order specified. Turning on devices in the wrong order may cause malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices. Turning On the Power 1. Completely turn down the volume on all devices and connect the external devices. * Don’t insert the plug into the INPUT jack yet. 2. Insert the[...]

14 Tuning the Guitar (Bypass/Tuner) The ME-20 features a built-in chromatic auto-tuner that allows you to tune your guitar easily without changing any of your connections. Additionally, in Tuner mode, the sound output is the same as the input sound, with no effects applied (bypass). You can use the expression pedal to turn down the volume, making i[...]

15 Tuning the Guitar (Bypass/Tuner) fig.7seg-tuner3.eps 4. First do a rough tuning so that the name of the note for the string appears in the display. (General Tuning) 5. Tune each string more accurately until both of the tuning guides are lit. * The larger the difference between the pitch of the string you’re playing and the correct pitch for th[...]

16 Introduction to Effects and Parameters About the Effect Connection Sequence The optimal sequence for connecting effects is determined automatically based on the effect settings. OD/DS SOLO The OD/DS effect sound is switched to a sound suited for solo performances. Turning on the OD/DS SOLO effect sound makes the OD/DS effect come on as well, eve[...]

17 Introduction to Effects and Parameters OD/DS (Overdrive/Distortion) This effect uses distortion to add unique characteristics to a sound and allows you to sustain the sound. OD/DS Type List fig.FX-ODDS.eps_50 fig.FX-ODDS2.eps_90 TYPE Descriptions 1: OVERDRIVE A sweet, mild distortion like that of a tube amp. 2: BLUES A unique type of overdrive t[...]

18 Introduction to Effects and Parameters MOD (Modulation) This effect broadens and adds an undulation effect to the sound. MOD Type List fig.FX-MOD.eps_50 fig.FX-MOD2.eps_90 TYPE Descriptions 1: CHORUS This effect adds a subtle wavering to the sound, transforming it into a beautiful sound with breadth and body. 2: PHASER This creates a sound with [...]

19 Introduction to Effects and Parameters DELAY These are spatial effects that let you to do things like make the sound thicker or create special effects by adding delayed sound or reverb to the input sound. DELAY Type List fig.FX-DELAY.eps_50 fig.FX-DELAY2.eps_90 TYPE Descriptions 1: 0 – 99 ms DELAY Delay sound with a delay time from 0 to 99 ms.[...]

20 Introduction to Effects and Parameters EQ (Equalizer) This effect adjusts the tone quality. Turning the knob to the right (clockwise) boosts the volume in the corresponding frequency range; turning it counterclockwise cuts the volume. Placing all parameter knobs at the center produces a flat response. fig.FX-EQ.eps_50 fig.FX-EQ2.eps_90 Descripti[...]

21 Introduction to Effects and Parameters WAH This effect creates a “wah” effect using the pedal controller. Stepping down on the pedal creates a brighter sound, while releasing the pedal produces a muffled sound. When the wah effect is on, the pedal functions as a wah pedal. When WAH is on: Functions as a wah pedal. When WAH is off: Functions [...]

22 Creating Sounds Easily ( EZ EDIT) EZ EDIT is a feature for creating sounds quickly and easily. You can adjust a combination of effect parameters with just a single knob. fig.ME-20-ezedit1.eps_55 1. Press [EZ EDIT]. 2. Press the effect pedal to switch the effect ON/OFF setting. 3. Change the sound by turning the knob for the effect whose settings[...]

23 Saving and Calling Up Tones (Memory Mode) Manual Mode and Memory Mode When the power is turned on, the ME-20 starts up in “Manual mode.” In this mode, you can use the pedals to switch effects on or off, and you can manipulate the knobs to directly obtain the sound you want. The ME-20 also features a “Memory mode,” which you can use in li[...]

24 Saving and Calling Up Tones (Memory Mode) Saving Tones (Write) The steps you need to follow in order to save the patches you’ve created using the panel’s knobs and pedals in User memory is called the “Write procedure.” You can carry out the Write procedure in both Manual mode and Memory mode. Carrying out the Write procedure results in t[...]

25 Saving and Calling Up Tones (Memory Mode) Calling Up and Using Saved Sounds (Patch Change) To switch patches, use [ ] [ ] and the number pedals (1–3). * When you initially switch to Memory mode after turning on the power, Bank 1, Number 1 is always selected. fig.ME-20-patch-change.eps_35 Switching Numbers When a number pedal (1) is pressed, th[...]

26 Saving and Calling Up Tones (Memory Mode) Changing Patch Settings (Patch Edit Mode) In Memory mode, switching effects on or off or adjusting NS THRESHOLD is not possible. To make these changes, you put the unit in Patch Edit mode. fig.ME-20-patch-edit.eps_55 1. Call up to the patch whose settings you want to edit (p. 25). 2. Press [EDIT/EXIT]. ?[...]

27 Other Functions Using Footswitch Pedals With an optional footswitch pedal (such as the BOSS FS-5U or FS-6) connected to the ME-20, you can use the footswitch for the following operations. In Manual mode: Switches the OD/DS SOLO on/off. Switches the Bypass/Tuner on/off. In Memory mode: Bank up, Bank down To prevent malfunction and/or damage to sp[...]

28 Other Functions When Connecting Two FS-5Us or an FS-6 * Using a special Roland PCS-31 connection cable (optional), you can connect two FS-5Us. fig.FS-5U1-e.eps_80/fig.FS-5U2-e.eps_80/fig.FS-6-e.eps_80 PCS-31 OD/DS SOLO On/Off Bypass/Tuner On/Off OD/DS SOLO On/Off Bypass/Tuner On/Off BA If using an FS-6 switch, set the MODE and POLARITY switches [...]

29 Other Functions Returning the ME-20 to Its Factory Settings (Factory Reset) You can restore the settings stored in the ME-20 (User memory, tuner reference pitch, and knob response method (p. 7)) to their original settings when the unit was shipped from the factory. This is referred to as “Factory Reset.” To perform a Factory Reset, carry out[...]

30 Other Functions Adjusting the Expression Pedal Although the ME-20’s expression pedal has been set for optimal operation at the factory, extended use and certain operating environments can result in the pedal going out of adjustment. If you encounter problems, such as the expression pedal’s ON/OFF switch not functioning or the volume pedal no[...]

31 Patch List BANK NO. Description 1 1 Rough distortion sound suitable for backing parts. 2 Texas blues sound with rough distortion. 3 Metal sound, great for riffs. 2 1 Bright crunch sound that works well for chord rhythms. 2 Lasting overdrive sound, great for melodies. 3 ’60s fuzz sound. 3 1 Clean sound, good for rhythms. 2 Clean sound suitable [...]

32 Factory Settings * The OD/DS Solo level is set to 25. BANK NO. OD/DS MOD SOLO SW TYPE DRIVE TONE LEVEL SW TYPE RATE DEPTH LEVEL 1 1 OFF ON 3 25 27 28 OFF 1 25 25 25 2 OFF ON 2 26 30 25 OFF 1 25 25 25 3 OFF ON 4 25 27 25 OFF 1 25 25 25 2 1 OFF ON 2 7 25 32 OFF 1 25 25 25 2 OFF ON 1 37 25 24 OFF 1 25 25 25 3 OFF ON 5 17 31 25 OFF 5 29 23 33 3 1 OF[...]

33 Factory Settings Type List DELAY EQ WAH NS MASTER LEVEL SW TYPE TIME FEED- BACK LEVEL LOW LOW- MID HIGH- MID HIGH SW THRESH- OLD OFF 2 37 15 20 28 23 23 25 OFF 25 25 OFF 2 11 6 18 21 25 25 25 OFF 15 25 OFF 2 37 15 20 26 25 25 28 OFF 30 25 OFF 2 37 15 20 28 25 29 19 OFF 15 25 OFF 2 37 15 20 25 26 25 30 OFF 24 25 ON 2 11 9 14 23 25 26 33 OFF 15 25[...]

34 Blank Chart BANK NO. OD/DS MOD SOLO SW TYPE DRIVE TONE LEVEL SW TYPE RATE DEPTH LEVEL 1 1 2 3 2 1 2 3 3 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 5 1 2 3 6 1 2 3 7 1 2 3 8 1 2 3 9 1 2 3 10 1 2 3 ME-20_e.book 34 ページ ２００７年９月１０日　月曜日　午後６時２２分[...]

35 Blank Chart Type List DELAY EQ WAH NS MASTER LEVEL SW TYPE TIME FEED- BACK LEVEL LOW LOW- MID HIGH- MID HIGH SW THRESH- OLD NO. OD/DS MOD DELAY 1 OVERDRIVE CHORUS 0-99ms DELAY 2 BLUES PHASER 100-700ms DELAY 3 DISTORTION FLANGER REVERB 4 METAL TREMOLO - 5 FUZZ ROTARY - 6 COMPRESSOR - - ME-20_e.book 35 ページ ２００７年９月１０日　?[...]

36 Troubleshooting “bt” Appears in the Display → Batteries are run down. Replace with new batteries (p. 11). Power does not turn on ❍ Is the correct AC adaptor (PSA series; sold separately) properly connected? → Check once more to confirm the adaptor is connected (p. 12). Never use any AC adaptor other than the adaptor specified. ❍ Has [...]

37 Specifications ME-20: Guitar Multiple Effects ● AD Conversion 24-bit + AF method (*) ● DA Conversion 24-bit ● Sampling Frequency 44.1 kHz ● Patches 30 (user) ● Nominal Input Level INPUT: -10 dBu AUX IN: -18 dBu ● Input Impedance INPUT: 1 M Ω AUX IN: 22 k Ω ● Nominal Output Level -10 dBu ● Output Impedance 2 k Ω ● Display 7 s[...]

38 Index Numerics 0–99 ms DELAY ........................... 19 100–700 ms DELAY ...................... 19 A AUX IN ...................................... 10 B Bank ..................................... 23, 25 BLUES ........................................ 17 Bypass ........................................ 14 C CHORUS ...........................[...]

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This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/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 brouilleur du Canada. NOTICE A[...]