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Boss Audio Systems FDR-1 manual

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  • Page 1

    FET Owner’ s Manual DC AC AC & BATTERY POWERED FDR-1_e1.book 1 ページ ２００７年１月５日　金曜日　午後６時７分[...]

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    2 Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the BOSS FDR-1 Deluxe Reverb. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (supplied on a separate sheet). These sections provide important in- formation concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to fee[...]

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    3 Main Features ● Uses COSM technology to model the amp sound of a Fender ® DELUXE REVERB ® . ● Makes it easy for you to enjoy that vintage Fender ® amp sound simply by connecting the FDR-1 to your usual guitar amp. ● Features reverb and vibrato effects like those on an actual DELUXE REVERB ® amp. * Reverb:An effect that adds reverberatio[...]

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    4 Panel Descriptions fig.FDR-1_name1.eps 1. AC Adaptor Jack This jack accepts the connection of an AC adaptor (optionally available BOSS PSA-se- ries). By using an AC adaptor, you can play without being concerned about how much battery power you have left. * Use only the specified AC adaptor (PSA- series), and make sure the line voltage at the inst[...]

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    5 Panel Descriptions 2. CHECK Indicator This indicator shows whether the effect is on or off, and also doubles as the battery check indicator. The indicator lights when the ef- fect is on. * If you’re powering the unit with a battery and the CHECK indicator goes dim—or doesn’t light at all—when you try to turn the effect on, the battery is [...]

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    6 Panel Descriptions fig.FDR-1_name1.eps 7. GAIN Knob This adjusts the amount of distortion and the volume level. Turning it clockwise makes distortion stronger and increases the volume level. 8. LEVEL Knob This adjusts the volume of the effect sound. * No sound is output when this knob is turned completely counterclockwise. 9. TREBLE Knob This kno[...]

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    7 Connections * Inserting a connecting plug into the INPUT jack turns on the power to the unit. * Raise the amp volume only after turning on the power to all connected devices. * The use of an AC adaptor is recommended as the unit’s power consumption is relatively high. Should you prefer to use a battery, please use the alkaline type. * To preven[...]

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    8 Connections Recommended Settings fig.FDR-1-connenct-e.eps * This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power-up is required before the unit will operate normally. AC Adaptor BOSS PSA-series (option) 9V DC/200 mA Guitar Amplifier (JC-120 etc.) Electric Guitar FDR-1_e1.book 8 ページ ２００７年１[...]

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    9 Connections Recommended Settings for a Roland JC-120 fig.FDR-1_JC-120.eps Recommended Settings for a Fender ® Combo Amp fig.FDR-1_TWINREVERB.eps Recommended Settings for a Stack Amp fig.FDR-1_JCM2000.eps We recommend using a clean setting (no dis- tortion) on the connected amp. Set to OFF BRIGHT TREBLE MIDDLE BASS MIN MAX MIN MAX Set to OFF MIN [...]

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    10 Operating the Unit fig.FDR-1_operation1.eps 1. After you have made the necessary connections (p. 7, p. 8 ) , set the panel knobs as shown in the illustration. 2. Depress the pedal switch to turn the effect on. (The CHECK indicator lights when the effect is on.) fig.FDR-1_operation2.eps 3. Adjust the gain (the amount of distortion) with the GAIN [...]

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    11 Operating the Unit fig.FDR-1_operation4.eps 5. Adjust the output vol- ume with the LEVEL knob. Normally, you should adjust the LEVEL knob so there’s no difference in the volume when switching the effect on and off. fig.FDR-1_operation5.eps 6. Adjusts the amount of vibrato effect (cyclical fluctuations in volume) with the VIBRATO knob. f i g . [...]

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    12 Operating the Unit Setting the Vibrato Rate Using the Pedal Switch (RATE Setting Mode) When Setting the Vibrato by Inputting the Tempo with the Effect On (CHECK indicator: Red) fig.FDR-1_vibrato1.eps * Vibrato rate for use with the tempo settings can be made in the range of 0.3–3.0 seconds. * If you carry out Step 3 immediately after Step 2, S[...]

  • Page 13

    13 Operating the Unit When Setting the Vibrato by Inputting the Tempo with the Effect Off (CHECK indicator: Off) fig.FDR-1_vibrato2.eps * Vibrato rate for use with the tempo settings can be made in the range of 0.3–3.0 seconds. * If you carry out Step 3 immediately after Step 2, Step 3 may inadvertently be interpreted as tempo input, thus changin[...]

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    14 Changing the Battery When the indicator goes dim or no longer lights while the effect is on, it means that the battery 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 a battery, please use the alkaline type. f[...]

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    15 Troubleshooting The power won’t come on/ the CHECK indicator doesn’t light ● Is the specified adaptor (PSA-series, sold separately) properly connected? Check the AC adaptor connection (p. 7, p. 8). * Never use any AC adapter other than one specified for use with the FDR-1. ● Is the battery low or dead? Replace it with a new battery (p. 1[...]

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    16 Setting Samples Standard Crunch Sound fig.FDR-1-sample1.eps Hard Overdrive Sound fig.FDR-1-sample1.eps Surf Rock Sound fig.FDR-1-sample1.eps Vibrato Sound fig.FDR-1-sample1.eps For details about the vibrato rate, please refer to p. 12, p. 13. FDR-1_e1.book 16 ページ ２００７年１月５日　金曜日　午後６時７分[...]

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    17 Setting Memo fig.FDR-1-memo.eps fig.FDR-1-memo.eps fig.FDR-1-memo.eps fig.FDR-1-memo.eps FDR-1_e1.book 17 ページ ２００７年１月５日　金曜日　午後６時７分[...]

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    18 Setting Memo fig.FDR-1-memo.eps fig.FDR-1-memo.eps fig.FDR-1-memo.eps fig.FDR-1-memo.eps FDR-1_e1.book 18 ページ ２００７年１月５日　金曜日　午後６時７分[...]

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    19 Specifications FDR-1: Deluxe Reverb Nominal Input Level: ....................... -20 dBu Input Impedance:.............................. 1 M Ω Nominal Output Level: .................... -20 dBu Output Impedance: .......................... 2.2 k Ω Recommended Load Impedance:... 10 k Ω or greater Controls: .......................................[...]

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    20 Specifications Weight: ............................................... 440 g /1 lb (including battery) Accessories......................................... Owner’s manual, leaflet (“USING THE UNIT SAFELY,” “IMPORTANT NOTES,” and “Information”), dry battery/9 V type (6LR61) * The battery that is supplied with the unit is for tempora[...]

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    21 MEMO FDR-1_e1.book 21 ページ ２００７年１月５日　金曜日　午後６時７分[...]

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    22 MEMO FDR-1_e1.book 22 ページ ２００７年１月５日　金曜日　午後６時７分[...]

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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[...]

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    G6027116R0 FDR-1_e1.book 24 ページ ２００７年１月５日　金曜日　午後６時７分[...]