Roland VGA-3 Musical Instrument User Manual
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1. i Hem Roland GFC 50 PCS 31 i 5 5 7 optional Nw FS1 FS2 Foot Controller om fee GFC 50 FC 200 etc Isz228 l Set the polarity switch in 9 eee as shown below nja ER Foot Switch Expression Pedal Backing Machine etc BOSS FS 5U EV 5 BOSS FV 300L prevent malfunction and or damage to speakers or other Use only the specified expression pedal EV 5 or BOSS FV devices always turn down the volume and turn off the power 300L sold separately By connecting any other expression on all devices before making any connections pedals you risk causing malfunction and or damage to the unit 9 Turning the Power On Once the connections have been completed turn on power to This unit is equipped with a protection circuit A brief interval your various devices in the order specified By turning on a few seconds after power up is required before the unit will devices in the wrong order you risk causing malfunction operate normally You should also turn down the volume level and or damage to speakers and other devices to protect the unit from any sudden peak in volume Even with 1 The device connected to GK2. 21 Storing Knob and Button Settings to Memory Write 21 Confirming the Settings Stored in Memory Memory UEY krns ronin A 21 Using the GFC 50 to Operate the VGA 3 22 Connecting the VGA 3 and the 50 22 Switching Memories With the 5 22 How to Call Up the VGA 3 s Memories sine Ue GEC 5O srna E catenins rsd enuuaaananen 22 Storing Writing to the VGA 3 s Memories WS iret aches E 23 Control Using an External Foot Switch or Pedial 23 Making the SYSTEM Settings SYSTEM Setup 24 Basic Setting Proce dimes 24 The Type Ol Serine Si isis seae ai Gen settee eeu wanted 24 24 TONER LEVEL 24 25 POOT OW Poly G52 Seti 25 EXP PEDALMODE Selo 25 EXP PEDAL HOLD 25 MIDIOMINI MODE Seven 26 Additional Data issiria 27 Restoring the Factory 385 27 Calling Up the Factory Tone Settings for Eacw individual Bankersin ENS 28 6 29 Block Diagram Effect Connection 30 MIDI
3. 31 DP CCI 22 Memory Sheet Factory Settings 33 p indicates a reference page Basic Operation Front Panel TUNER MANUAL Button Memory Buttons This is a built in chromatic tuner Press MANUAL lighting the Used for calling up memories and storing indicator when you want to operate settings the VGA 3 as you would a regular analog amplifier whereby you make new settings with the knobs and Tune your guitar so that the green sound is produced in accord with the indicator in the center lights up positions of the knobs on the front A w 1 2 3 4 5 The MEMORY button indicators show Panel Not Lt gt the name of the note being played When you press the button the indicator lights and the tuner is activated Calling up Memory When the A B button is not lighted the memories numbered from 1 through 5 can be selected in the illustration Memory 1 is selected When the A B button is lit the memories You can change the volume and basic numbered from 6 through 10 can be selected in pitch when using the tuner the illustration Memory 6 is selected US TUNER PITCH Setting p 24 S I TUNER LEVEL Setting p 24 Memories contain the factory set knob settings MANUAL GUITAR TYPE AMP TYPE GAIN VOLUME R ELECTRIC a ACOUSTIC MB MATCH STACK 12 STRING COMEC
4. This section explains some things that might go wrong when using the VGA 3 and what needs to be done to correct the problem If you think there may be something wrong with your VGA 3 please check through the following first If these suggestions don t fix the problem then go ahead and contact the store you bought it from or your nearest Roland Service Station Trouble with the Sound Odd Sound No Sound When Guitar Is Played Is the value for the MASTER GAIN or VOLUME knobs or for the GAIN or VOLUME settings stored in the memory set to 0 Raise the volume to a suitable level Are the BASS MIDDLE or TREBLE knobs set to Depending on the model selected with the Amp Type p 17 sound may be produced when BASS MIDDLE and TREBLE are all set to 0 Are you using an expression pedal There may be no sound produced when the pedal portion is set to the released position Try operating the pedal If controlling the volume with MIDI was the MIDI connection disrupted while the volume was set to 0 Reconnect the MIDI device and raise the volume or turn the VGA 3 s power off and then on again Is TUNER set to ON Turn TUNER off or set the volume to be used for the TUNER function p 24 Is the unit in SYSTEM SETUP mode Exit SYSTEM SETUP mode Depending on the SYSTEM SETUP parameters sounds may not be output Is there
5. 3 While monitoring TUNER meter indicators rotate the knob further until the green indicator in the center is lit TUNER Rotate the knob gt 9 O O lt clockwise 4 Lit TUNER gt Correspond to the setting stored in the memory TUNER Ka FOOGA gt Lit Rotate the knob counterclockwise 4 Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for any knob you want to check 5 Press TUNER again to complete the confirmation procedure 21 Using the GFC 50 to Operate the VGA 3 By connecting a GFC 50 foot controller optional you can use your foot to operate the VGA 3 Use the VGA 3 s factory MIDI settings Connecting the VGA 3 and the GFC 50 Connect the VGA 3 and the GFC 50 with a MIDI cable Roland GFC SO coor contaouen 1 6 2 7 3 8 1 9 Switching Memories With the GFC 50 The VGA 3 s forty memories are divided up into Banks 0 1 2 and 3 as shown below You can use the GFC 50 to call up and store write settings in all of the memories The forty memories can be accessed by specifying them in terms of the GFC 50 s banks 0 3 and numbers 1 10 How to Call Up the VGA 3 s Memories Using the GFC 50 1 GFC 50 Roland GFC 50 FOOT CONTROLLER H 1 5 2 7 3 8 4 98 5 10 A B i f A A 1 Press the GFC 50 s Bank button 1 to select from Banks 0 1 2 or 3 2 Select a memory Number 1 10 with the GFC 50 s pedal
6. X O 4 Volume GK Wah 32 Control X O EFX Memory down 3 ontro Tap Manual Change p 5 O Delay Memory up 4 Delay Tuner Prog X O Change True 1 40 Song Pos X Song Sel X Tune X System Clock X Real Time Command X All sound off Local ON OFF All Notes OFF Aux Active Sense Message Reset System Common 1 Depends on extension pedal 2 Depends on extension pedal Functions the same as the VGA 3 s EXP PEDAL The function is selected according to the system settings 3 Functions the same as the VGA 3 s FOOT SW tip FS1 The function is selected according to the system settings 4 Functions the same as the VGA 3 s FOOT SW ring FS2 The function is selected according to the system settings Mode 1 OMNI ON POLY Mode 2 OMNI ON MONO O Yes Mode 3 OMNI OFF POLY Mode 4 OMNI OFF MONO X No 31 Additional Data Specifications VGA 3 V GUITAR AMPLIFIER Rated Power Output 50W 9 Patches 10 Recalled from Panel 40 Recalled from MIDI Foot Controller 6 Nominal Input Level 1 kHz INPUT 10 dBu EXT INPUT 10 dBu 0 dBu 0 775 Vrms 9 Speakers 30 cm 12 inches x 1 Controls COSM GUITAR Section GUITAR TYPE Knob PICKUP Button COSM AMPLIFIER Section AMP TYPE Knob GAIN Knob VOLUME Knob EQUALIZER Knobs BASS MIDDLE TREBLE EFX Knob DELAY Knob TAP Button REVERB Knob Master Section TUNE
7. IN INPUT or EXT IN the volume all sa a down you ey a hear some sound when the power is switched on but this is normal and does 2 VGA 3 not indicate a malfunction 3 The device connected to RECORDING OUT PHONES 10 Settings for the GK Pickup GK Setup The tonal character of the VGA 3 COSM Guitar is greatly affected by how the divided pickup is installed You need to enter the appropriate GK pickup settings GK Setup so as to minimize any tonal inconsistency that might arise from differences in how the divided pickup is installed Be sure to redo the settings when you switch to a different guitar 9 9 9 9 Preparations for using the Basic Setting Procedure 9 GK Pickup Follow this basic process to set the GK pickup settings GK e Setup Attaching the GK 2A to your guitar ae First attach the GK 2A divided pickup optional to your Start the GK Setup guitar To learn how refer to the owner s manual for the GK 2A 1 Connect a guitar equipped with a GK pickup to the The GK 2A cannot be used with the following types ae of guitar When attached to one of these guitars 2 Hold down TUNER and press PICKUP the GK 2A will not function correctly The VGA 3 is now in the mode where settings for the GK e Guitars with unconventional string structures such as Setup can be made The TUNER indicator P gt lights up and all tone Guitars that use nylon or gut strings adjustments made
8. SW FST FS2 Setting it functions as a wah pedal This selects the action for the foot switch BOSS FS 5U e With all other settings it functions optional connected to the FOOT SW jack as a volume pedal 2 GK WAH 1 Rotate AMP TYPE to select When GUITAR TYPE is set to TWEED FOOT SW FS1 FS2 SYNTH LEAD or SYNTH PAD 2 1 h the pedal controls the filter 9 e When WAH is selected for EFX function for the foot switch it functions as a wah pedal 3 VOLUME The pedal functions as a volume pedal at all times Memory button Setting 1 EFX DELAY FS1 Switchng the EFX on off FS2 Switchng the Delay on off MEMORY EXP PEDAL HOLD Setting FS1 Memory number down This selects the action for the expression pedal when FS2 Memory number up switching memories 3 TAP DELAY FS1 Tap input 1 Rotate AMP TYPE to select FS2 Switchng the Delay on off MATCH EXP PEDAL HOLD 4 MANUAL TUNER FS1 2 Press MEMORY button 1 or 2 to select the function Switching the Manual Memory mode for the expression pedal FS2 Switchng the Tuner on off Memory button Setting 1 ON When a single foot switch is connected with one cable to the When memories are switched the FOOT SW jack the switch is used for FS1 function volume Sering by the position of the pedal 2 When memories are switched the level settings stored in the memories are used re
9. String 5 6 The indicator goes off after a few moments if no button is pressed 16 COSM AMPLIFIER This section provides an introduction to the characteristics of each modeled amp she The trademarks listed in this document are trademarks of their respective owners which are separate companies from Roland Those companies are not affiliated with Roland and have not licensed or authorized Roland s VGA 3 Their marks are used solely to identify the equipment whose sound is simulated by Roland s VGA 3 List of Amp Types ACOUSTIC This original amp that gives a flat response from the low end on up to the high frequencies This setting is suitable for acoustic guitar and synth sounds The Acoustic Guitar Simulator is turned on for normal pickup COMBO JC CLEAN This models the Roland JC 120 The sound extends smoothly into the high end Can be combined with external effect device for an even greater effect AMERICAN CLEAN This is modeled on the Fender Twin Reverb amp This amp is used in a wide variety of musical styles from Country Blues and Jazz to Rock This amp features rich lows and a bright high end TWEED This is modeled on the Fender Bassman 4 x 10 Combo The amp features a clear upper midrange with a fat low end and the persistent distortion attained with a crunch tone is a favorite of Blues Rock guitarists MATCH This is modeled on the Matchless D C 30 a modern tube com
10. This sets the GK pickup sensitivity for each string and adjusts the volume balance between the strings 1 2 3 Set the GK pickup s select switch to SYNTH Rotate GUITAR TYPE to select STANDARD GK SENS 6 While playing the sixth string press a MEMORY button 1 10 to set the sensitivity for the sixth string The sensitivity increases the higher you set the value resulting in higher volume levels The PICKUP indicators show the level The indicators light from the bottom up in response to how strongly you play the string Set this to a value such that the center C indicator lights and the upper F indicator flashes from time to time during the most dynamic moments of a performance Also monitor the actual sound to make sure it is not distorted High Lower the SENS setting Correct Low Raise the SENS setting 1 10 1 10 Set the sensitivity for the fifth through first strings in the same way 5th String Rotate GUITAR TYPE to select 12 STRING ACOUSTIC GK SENS 5 4th String Rotate GUITAR TYPE to select SYNTH LEAD GK SENS 4 3rd String Rotate GUITAR TYPE to select SYNTH PAD GK SENS 3 2nd String Rotate GUITAR TYPE to select SLOW GEAR GK SENS 2 lst String Rotate GUITAR TYPE to select POLY OCTAVE GK SENS 1 If you cannot attain a suitable level even when the value is set to its maximum 10 check the installation of t
11. a I i N WARM This produces a warmer delay sound in which the higher frequencies are de emphasized AN 8 8 Setting the Delay Time with TAP Input When CLEAR or WARM is selected as the delay variation you press TAP twice in time with the tempo of the song being performed the TAP indicator flashes at the tempo at which the button is pressed and the delay time is set You can set the delay time in the range of 0 1 8 seconds The interval at which the TAP indicator flashes shows the approximate tempo You can also use an optional foot switch to set the delay time with TAP input iS FOOT SW FS1 FS2 Setting p 25 DOUBLING This extremely short delay produces an effect that makes it appear that two guitars are being played 7 DOUBLING Changing the DOUBLING Delay Time When DOUBLING is selected you can select from two different delay times Select the delay time with the following procedure 1 Select the DOUBLING 2 Press TAP then select the delay time TAP Indicator Section atl Sr os Lit 30 msec 13 atly ta Flash 60 msec 41 19 Effects REVERB Use the knob to switch to any of two different Reverb PLATE or SPRING You can adjust the amount of effect applied according to the knob position The panel markings for PLATE and SPRING are approximate Check the sound of the effects as you make adjustments PLATE This si
12. i BASS BRITISH _ CLASSICI E RSTHING PR SYNTH LEAD Pete ae yet SYNTH PAD TWEED 4 Z A ou AMERICAN A o F o ee SLOW GEAR ie E MODERN yf LA POLY OCTAVE JC CLEAN Ne METAL 7 a a N Ey 7 A SPECIAL ACOUSTIC P R FIER COSM GUITAR og og of Guitar with GK 2A or other K compatible guitar COSM GUITAR COSM AMPLIFIER Connect guitars equipped with GK pickups here You can adjust the tone simply and easily just by turning the knobs The VGA 3 includes models of eleven guitar types You can even connect a conventional electric guitar to this amp from a general guitar to more specialized sounds AMP TYPE Selects the type of amp eluding 12 sting Sy At and hitan GAIN Adjusts the amount of distortion GUITAR TYPE Select the modeling type VOLUME Adjusts the volume level PICKUP Select the pickup position EQUALIZER BASS MIDDLE TREBLE only electric guitar modeling Adjust the tone in the corresponding tone range With the SYNTH model you can use an optional Adjust the overall volume with MASTER One ca The Acoustic Guitar Simulator function is turned on when ACOUSTIC is offering even richer expression in your performances aed 5 P selected This allows you to obtain an acoustic guitar sound using an electric I Settings for the GK Pickup p 11 guitar connected to the normal guitar input COS
13. made with knobs other than MASTER are disabled 2 Rotate AMP TYPE to select the type of setting you want to make then press the MEMORY buttons to select the values The TUNER meter indicator lt lights up The MEMORY buttons that can be used for selecting values are lit while the MEMORY button corresponding to the current value flashes Ex When BRITISH EXP PEDAL MODE is selected fig 0221 Flash Lit Lit 4 4 MANUAL Ace B E F AMP TYPE COMBO Mah BRITISH CLASSICI d CLASSIC A I TWEED AMERICAN B CLEAN z MODERN a 7 JC CLEAN 4 METAL ACOUSTIC R FIER COSM GUITAR Do not turn off the power while making the settings This may corrupt the settings already stored in the VGA 3 Always be sure to exit from SYSTEM Setup mode before turning off the power When you have finished SYSTEM Setup press TUNER once more There is no prescribed sequence for the SYSTEM Setup settings You are free to set only the parameters needed 24 The Type of Settings TUNER PITCH Setting This changes the internal tuner s reference pitch It can be convenient to change this setting when you want to tune your guitar to another instrument whose tuning cannot be changed easily for example an acoustic piano Reference pitch refers to the frequency of the A4 note middle A on a piano of the instruments serving as the reference pitch for
14. tuning 1 Rotate AMP TYPE to select ACOUSTIC TUNER PITCH 2 Press a MEMORY button 1 5 6 10 or MANUAL to select the reference pitch Memory button Seting 1 5 441 Hz 445 Hz 6 10 MANUAL 436 Hz 440 Hz 440 Hz TUNER LEVEL Setting This adjusts the volume output by the VGA 3 s speaker when the internal tuner is used A special tuner tone is selected automatically when the internal tuner is in use 1 Rotate AMP TYPE to select JC CLEAN TUNER LEVEL 2 Press a MEMORY button 1 10 to set the level Memory button 1 10 Setting 0 mute 9 Making the SYSTEM Settings SYSTEM Setup NS THRESHOLD Setting EXP PEDAL MODE Setting This sets how much of the internal noise suppressor is This selects the pedal function when an expression pedal is applied connected The noise suppressor is an effect that reduces guitar 1 Rotate AMP TYPE to select generated noise and hum BRITISH EXP PEDAL MODE 1 Rotate AMP TYPE to select 2 Press MEMORY button 1 2 or 3 to select the AMERICAN CLEAN NS THRESHOLD function for the expression pedal 2 Press a MEMORY button 1 10 to set the amount of effect Memory button Setting 1 VOLUME GK WAH Memory button Setting e When GUITAR TYPE is set to 1 10 Off 9 SYNTH LEAD or SYNTH PAD the pedal controls the filter e When WAH is selected for EFX FOOT
15. 14 This section provides an introduction to the characteristics of each of the guitars modeled List of Guitar Types ELECTRIC ST This is a solid body guitar with single coil pickups set in three positions The characteristically clear and delicate sound is used in many musical genres LP This is a solid body guitar with two separate humbucking pickups This type of guitar features a powerful sound with good sustain making it an indispensable sound for rock music HOLLOW This models the sound of a hollow body guitar with two humbucking pickups It features a sweet boxy tone that is used frequently in jazz music 12 STRING This models the unique sound of semi hollow body twelve string guitar equipped with two single coil pickups that was a favorite of vocal groups in the sixties ACOUSTIC STANDARD This is the sound of an acoustic guitar with a flat top and back 12 STRING This is the sound of an acoustic twelve string guitar SPECIAL SYNTH LEAD This is an analog synth sound that is suitable for lead and solos This features a fat tone with a boosted midrange SYNTH FILTER p 16 SYNTH PAD This is an analog synth sound that is good for chord playing This sound features a wide range and gorgeous tone SYNTH FILTER p 16 SLOW GEAR This is an effect that is automatically applied according to the way the guitar strings are picked to produce a sound res
16. 2 Here the memory number selected with the pedal is also indicated by the VGA 3 s memory button indicator If Bank 1 2 or 3 is specified with the foot controller and the power is turned off and then on again the VGA 3 s memory still returns to Bank 0 22 Using the GFC 50 to Operate the VGA 3 Storing Writing to the VGA 3 s Memories Using the GFC 50 3 1 VGA 3 panel 1 G 74 9 YA 10 WRITE PROGRAMMABLE CONTROL E F G A B AMP TYPE GAIN VOLUME EQUALIZER COMBO spit STACK BASS MIDDLE TREBLE BRITISH CLASSICI a a a X e TWEED CLASSIC 5 7 ATE D monen E Cc JC CLEAN Ba ACOUSTIC 4 FR FR COSM AMPLIFIER 2 GFC 50 Roland GFGC 50 Foot contaouea ae 2 7 3 8 1 9 Using the VGA 3 s knobs and buttons prepare a tone you want to store Press the VGA 3 s WRITE 1 causing the indicator to flash Press the GFC 50 s pedal 2 to select which of the Banks 0 3 in which you want to write the tone Press the GFC 50 s pedal 3 to select which of the memory numbers 1 10 to which you want to write the tone If you want to cancel press the VGA 3 s MANUAL 4 Press the VGA 3 s WRITE 1 once more During the write the WRITE indicator flashes rapidly the write is completed when the WRITE indicator stops flashing and stays off Control Using an External Foot Switch or Pedal Co
17. EC and LVD 73 23 EEC For the USA FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT 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 This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Unau
18. HAZY DRIVE AIRY LEAD TRUE BRIT METAL STACK LOW RIFFS z MIXED PICKUP ITA DARK 175 OCTAVE SOLO MELODIC SWELL STAGE ACOUSTIC DOUBLE STRING 12 STRING A ACOUSTIC a DIMENSION SITAR SOLO SYNTH GK HOLLOW SLOW GEAR STANDARD SITAR SYNTH LEAD TWEED BRITISH MATCH CLASSIC I CLASSIC I II MODERN METAL R FIER JC CLEAN AMERICAN CLEAN a BRIGHT E12 12 STRING E JC CLEAN POLY OCTAVE CLEAN a aa ACOUSTIC ACOUSTIC ACOUSTIC ACOUSTIC ee 4 wari SPRING o em WARM PLATE CLEAR PLATE ousting PLATE PLATE PLATE WARM PLATE WARM 10 SAW PAD SYNTH PAD ACOUSTIC CHORUS CLEAR PLATE CHORUS LEAD FLANGE LEAD PHASE CLEAN TREMOLO CLEAN LP AMERICAN CLEAN _ TREMOLO CS WAH LEAD RHYTHMIC DELAY TEXAS ROTAR INCENSE SLOW PAD SITAR SLOW GEAR METAL METAL JC CLEAN MODERN JC CLEAN CLASSIC I TWEED ACOUSTIC CHORUS CLEAR PLATE FLANGER PLATE PHASER PLATE PLATE PLATE PLATE WAH CLEAR WARM PHASER a CHORUS WARM 10 SLICED SYNTH SYNTH PAD CLASSIC TREMOLO CLEAR PLATE The logo used in the chart above indicates COSM guitar effects available when GK IN i e a guitar with a GK pickup 15 used COSM guitar effects are not available when INPUT a normal guitar is used 33 34 MEMO For EU Countries This product complies with the requirements of European Directives EMC 89 336 E
19. M GUITAR p 15 IS COSM AMPLIFIER p 17 Basic Operation WRITE Button Press this button to store knob and button settings to memory COSM Compsite Object Sound Modeling Composite Object Sound Modeling COSM is Roland s innovative and powerful sound modeling technology COSM analyzes the many factors that make up the original sound such as the electrical and physical characteristics of the original and then produces a digital model that can reproduce the same sound Procedure 1 Press WRITE 2 Press a Memory button to select the memory number to which you want to store the setting 3 Press WRITE again POWER Switch This turns the VGA 3 s power on and off 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 MASTER Knob Adjusts the VGA 3 s speaker volume level or the volume from RECORDING OUT PHONES The MASTER knob settings are not stored in memory is MEMORY p 21 iS Storing Writing to the VGA 3 s Memories Using the GFC 50 p 23 IB Memory Sheet p 33 EQUALIZER DELAY REVERB MIDDLE TREBLE TAP om yay FLANGER gW PHASER CLEAR gW WARM PLATE y K y oN Ps yy 9 Headphones Effects RECORDING OUT PHONES Jack You can select effects and control their depth When Using RECORDING OUT by positioning th
20. R Button MANUAL Button Memory Buttons A B 1 6 2 7 3 8 4 9 5 10 WRITE Button MASTER Knob POWER Switch Connectors GK IN Connector INPUT Jack RECORDING OUT PHONES Jack EXT INPUT Jack EXP PEDAL Jack FOOT SW Jack MIDI IN Connector Power Supply AC 117 V AC 230 V AC 240 V Power Consumption 55W Dimensions 586 W x 260 D x 480 H mm 23 1 8 W x 10 1 4 D x 18 15 16 H inches 9 Weight 18 5 kg 40 Ibs 13 oz Accessories Owner s Manual Options Divided Pickup GK 2A Foot Controller GFC 50 MIDI Foot Controller FC 200 Expression Pedal EV 5 FV 300L BOSS Footswitch momentary FS 5U BOSS Connection cable PCS 31 GK Cable GKC 3 3 m GKC 5 5 m GKC 10 10 m nOn In the interset of product improvement the specifications and or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice Memory Sheet Factory Settings HEAVY POLY OCTAVE R FIER LC CLEAR PLATE BRIT CRUNCH JC CHORUS SWAMPY COMBO CLASSIC STACK RICH ACOUSTIC STANDARD BRITISH JC CLEAN CLASSIC I ACOUSTIC BLUESY OCTAVE POLY OCTAVE MATCH BRIGHT JAZZ ROCK 12 HOLLOW 12STRING E JC CLEAN AMERICAN CLEAN a SPRING PLATE CLEAR PLATE a PLATE CHORUS TREMOLO en JUNO BRASS SYNTH LEAD ACOUSTIC CHORUS WARM PLATE STRAIGHT JC JC CLEAN LIVERPOOL 12STRING E BRITISH TWEED BLUES SCOOPED CRUNCH DRIVEN D C
21. Roland NGA Owner s Manual Thank you and congratulations on your choice of the Roland VGA 3 V Guitar Amplifier Before using this unit carefully read the sections entitled IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS page 2 USING THE UNIT SAFELY page 3 4 and IMPORTANT NOTES page 5 6 These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit Additionally in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit owner s manual should be read in its entirety The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference Main Features The VGA 3 guitar amp provides 50 watt output from a high volume 30 cm speaker housed in a portable cabinet The unit features an advanced combination of core functions plus COSM technology for realistic V Guitar amp sounds COSM AMPLIFIER The VGA 3 s amp modeling function reproduces the sounds of many popular guitar amps This amp features eleven amp types including modeled amp sounds from the delicate clean sound of the combo type to the large stack s massive distortion sound and also an original flat amp perfect for use with acoustic guitar and synthesizer sound EFFECT Including a newly developed spring reverb the VGA 3 incorporates ten DSP effect types perfectly suited for use with guitar sounds COSM GUITAR In addition to the regular guitar input this amp also features GK in
22. anything plugged into the RECORDING OUT PHONES jack Disconnect the plug No sound is output from the built in speaker when anything is plugged into the RECORDING OUT PHONES jack The COSM GUITAR sound isn t right Is the GK pickup setting correctly gt Check the GK pickup setting p 11 Internal Effects Not Being Applied Isa foot switch connected gt Ifthe effect has been turned off with the foot switch you can turn the effect on by returning the knob to the 0 position Wah Sound Not Produced gt An expression pedal the optional EV 5 is required to alter the filter used for the wah effect Interruptions in the Sound Is the noise suppressor effect set near 10 higher threshold gt Make a lower noise suppressor effect setting p 25 The volume level of the instrument connected to EXT IN is too low Could you be using a connection cable that contains a resistor Usea connection cable that does not contain a resistor Other Problems VGA 3 Receives Commands from Foot Controller or Other Device But Memories Do Not Switch Is the external device transmitting over a MIDI channel that cannot be received by the VGA 3 Set the MIDI channel on the external device to Channel 1 Otherwise set MIDI OMNI MODE in the VGA 3 s MIDI settings to ON p 26 Tuner Meter Indicator Flashes With MIDI Device In Use Could the external MIDI device have transmitted a l
23. arge volume of data all at once After the indicator flashes for a short while the VGA 3 automatically returns to the condition it was in before receiving the data Reduce the amount of data that will be transmitted by the external device then have it send the data again 29 Additional Data Block Diagram Effect Connection Procedure MANUAL Knob MEMORY L til li i Acoustic Guitar FO a a Simulator Acoustic Simulator On Off Switch Input 5 MASTER SPEAKER Speaker Mute Switch Cabinet amp Speaker Simulator RECORDING OUT PHONES MIDI IN Audio Signal fi Foot Switch Control Signal Expression Pedal Wherever a block contains one or more icons it means that some of the parameters of that block can be controlled using the external controller s that the icon s represent s An EFX effect is placed either before or after the COSM amplifier depending on the effect selected WAH is before and others are placed after 30 Additional Data MIDI Implementation Chart V GUITAR AMPLIFIER Date Oct 1 2002 Model VGA 3 MIDI Implementation Chart Version 1 00 Function Basic Default 16 1 Only ch 1 omni off Channel Changed Default ila ON OFF Memorized Messages i Altered FEE E EE Note Number True Voice HEE EEE l Note ON Velocity Note OFF X After Key s Touch Ch s X Pitch Bend ae Sl
24. bo amp used widely in different genres from Blues and Rock to Fusion STACK CLASSIC I This is modeled on the sound input to the Marshall JMP1987 Input I The tone extends smoothly all the way up into the presence range CLASSIC I II This is modeled on the sound of Marshall JMP1987 Inputs I and II connected in parallel The low end from Input II added to the smooth Input I tone provides that representative Hard Rock sound MODERN This is modeled on the Soldano SLO 100 This is a modern tube amp featuring a high gain preamp METAL This is modeled on the PEAVEY EVH 5150 This high gain amp produces heavy distortion and sustain even at low volumes R FIER This is modeled on the MESA Boogie Rectifier a super high gain amp This amp is used for Slash Metal Grunge and a wide variety of other lead sounds About the Acoustic Guitar Simulator Tonal quality varies with the type of electric guitar pickups used so try using the pickups in different positions This section provides an introduction to the characteristics of each effect EFX Use the knob to switch to any of five different effects CHORUS FLANGER PHASER TREMOLO or WAH You can adjust the amount of effect applied according to the knob position The panel markings for CHORUS FLANGER PHASER and TREMOLO are approximate Check the sound of the effects as you make adjustments The indicator is lit when EFX is on and go
25. d RED Copyright 2002 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION USING THE UNIT SAFELY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE PREVENTION OF FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS About WARNING and Z CAUTION Notices About the Symbols Used for instructions intended to alert The A symbol alerts the user to important instructions the user to the risk of death or severe or warnings The specific meaning of the symbol is WARNING injury should the unit be used determined by the design contained within the improperly triangle In the case of the symbol at left it is used for general cautions warnings or alerts to danger Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out are forbidden The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained A CAUTION within the circle In the case of the symbol at left it Material damage refers to damage or means that the unit must never be disassembled other adverse effects caused with The symbol alerts the user to things that must be respect to the home and all 15 carried out The specific thing that must be done is furnishings as well to domestic indicated by the design contained within the circle In animals or p
26. e knobs appropriately Use a standard mono plug When using PHONES Headphones Connect a pair of headphones You can use TAP to set the delay time to the tempo of the song being performed DEE DS SoS SSS ORS a ee You can use all three effects types EFX When stereo headphones are connected the sound delay and reverb simultaneously is output in mono Recorder The panel position markings are approximate Check the sound of the effects as you make adjustments No sound is output from the VGA 3 s speaker while the RECORDING OUT PHONES jack is in use When an expression pedal is connected with EFX set to WAH the pedal is then used for a pedal wah effect I Effects p 18 Basic Operation Rear Panel FOOT SW Jack EXP PEDAL Jack This allows you to turn effects on and This allows you to control volume and wah off and to switch memories etc p 25 EFX and control the SYNTH LEAD or SYNTH PAD filters EXT IN Jack This lets you input sounds from an MIDI IN Connector external device Connecting a foot controller here Although this jack is compatible with stereo allows you to use your foot to devices sounds are output from the speaker switch memories p 22 and RECORDING OUT PHONES in oe FOOT SW EXP PEDAL FOOT CONTROLLER IN FS2 i u CD MD Player etc FS1 GND i
27. ecified by the manufacturer Never use with a cart stand tripod bracket or table except as specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus z When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped For the U K IMPORTANT THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE GREEN AND YELLOW EARTH BLUE NEUTRAL BROWN LIVE As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows The wire which is coloured GREEN AND YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN AND YELLOW The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloure
28. embling that of a violin being played see Note The VGA 3 processes each of the six strings independently allowing the type of performance expression impossible with a conventional guitar Note What is meant by resembling that of a violin being played is an effect whereby the volume is reduced when the guitar is picked and then it is gradually brought back up POLY OCTAVE This adds a sound one octave below the source sound Octaves are processed independently for each string providing a fat sound that is rich in expressive power 2 POLY OCTAVE STRING SELECT p 16 SITAR This produces a sitar like sound COSM GUITAR More Advanced Operation SYNTH FILTER With SYNTH LEAD or SYNTH PAD selected you can use an optional expression pedal EV 5 optional to shift the synth filter re When using an expression pedal EV 5 optional to shift the synth filter set EXP PEDAL MODE in the System Setup to 1 VOLUME GK WAH or 2 GK WAH iS EXP PEDAL MODE Setting p 25 POLY OCTAVE STRING SELECT When POLY OCTAVE is selected you can then select the strings to which the octave sound is added As set at the factory an octave sound is added to the sound from all of the strings Use the following procedure to select the pattern 1 Select POLY OCTAVE 2 Press PICKUP to select the pattern PICKUP Indicator Section F Lit C Lit R Lit String 1 6 String 4 6
29. es off when EFX is turned off You can also use an optional foot switch BOSS FS 5U to switch EFX on and off iT FOOT SW 91 92 Setting p 25 CHORUS This adds a slightly detuned sound to the direct sound to give it a sense of breadth and more body au CHORU FLANGER This produces a flanging effect that adds a kind of trembling undulation to the sound FLANGER i I PHASER By adding phase shifted sound to the direct sound this produces a phase effect that adds a rotating sensation to the sound PHASER TREMOLO This is an effect that cyclically changes the volume level Ame TREMOLO WAH This effect provides a unique tone by changing the frequencies that are filtered An expression pedal EV 5 optional is required to change these frequencies 18 Effects DELAY Use the knob to switch to any of three different Delay CLEAR WARM or DOUBLING You can adjust the amount of effect applied according to the knob position The panel markings for CLEAR WARM and DOUBLING are approximate Check the sound of the effects as you make adjustments The indicator is lit when Delay is on and goes off when Delay is turned off You can also use an optional foot switch BOSS FS 5U to switch Delay on and off is FOOT SW FS1 FS2 Setting p 25 CLEAR This provides a clear delay sound with a distinct sonic image CLEAR Wl
30. ets the case of the symbol at left it means that the power cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet n ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING e Before using this unit make sure to read the e The unit should be connected to a power supply instructions below and the Owner s Manual only of the type described in the operating instruc tions or as marked on the unit 3 Dp noropen or pertorm any antemnal modica e Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord Hons Om fe tmit nor place heavy objects on it Doing so can S damage the cord producing severed elements and short circuits Damaged cords are fire and shock e Do not attempt to repair the unit or replace parts hazards within it except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so Refer all servicing to your retailer the nearest Roland Service Center or an authorized Roland distributor as listed on the Information sheet e This unit either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers may be S capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level or at e Never use or store the unit in places that are SD a level that is uncomfortable If you experience e Subject to temperature extremes e g direct any hearing loss or ringing in the ears you should sunlight in an enclosed vehic
31. etup The Type of Settings GK SETTING Settings You can store three sets of settings in the VGA 3 GK DIRECTION Setting This sets the direction of the GK pickup s installation This conveniently allows you to prepare separate settings for 1 Rotate GUITAR TYPE to select a multiple number of guitars equipped with a GK pickup LP GK DIRECTION 2 Press the MEMORY button 1 or 2 to select the direction in which the pickup is attached Set A Memory button Setting GK DIRECTION GK PHASE GK 51 52 GK SENS 1 6 GK LEVEL NORMAL In this direction the cable exits on the side of string 6 REVERSE In this direction the cable exits on the side of string 1 1 Rotate GUITAR TYPE to select ST GK SETTING 2 Press a MEMORY button 1 3 to select the GK SETTING set you want to enable the settings you want to change TSA NORMAL REVERSE ere lo a poy There is no need to change the settings if you are making them If it is difficult to determine the direction in which the GK pickup was installed on a GK compatible guitar try it out initially at the 1 NORMAL setting If there is no response from the meter when you play string 6 during the GK SENS 6 settings p 13 but there is a response when you play string 1 change the setting to 2 REVERSE fo
32. gardless of the pedal position The pedal functions as an expres sion pedal as soon as it is adjusted 25 Making the SYSTEM Settings SYSTEM Setup MIDI OMNI MODE Setting Finishing the SYSTEM Setup You can set the MIDI Receive channel to Omni ON whereby 1 Press TUNER MIDI i ived h l or Omni whereb een ay a a rey The settings are stored in the VGA 3 at the time the settings values are changed No separate action is needed to save the 1 Rotate AMP TYPE to select settings CLASSIC I MIDI OMNI MODE channel 1 is used only 2 Press MEMORY button 1 or 2 to set the MIDI OMNI MODE Memory button Seting 1 Data can be received on any channel Omni On OFF Only MIDI channel 1 is used Omni Off This will function only with the chan nel on the transmitting MIDI device set to 1 SYSTEM Setup Chart Parameter ACOUSTIC TUNER PITCH CLUAS 440Hz 8 441Hz E 445Hz 3 436Hz E 440Hz JC CLEAN TUNER LEVEL EB MUTE AMERICAN NS THRESHOLD GN OFF M TWEED gt FOOT SW EFX DELAY FJ MEMORY V A FS1 FS2 EJ TAP DELAY 3 MANUAL TUNER BRITISH gt EXP PEDAL MODE EP VOLUME GK WAH EJ GK WAH amp VOLUME MATCH EXP PEDAL HOLD EBON EJ OFF CLASSIC I MIDI OMNI MODE EBON EJ OFF 26 Additional Data Restoring the Factory Settings ore The data created up to the
33. he GK pickup the clearance between the strings and the pickup If any string produces a particularly loud sound lower the sensitivity for that string in order to minimize volume differences between strings 13 Settings for the GK Pickup GK Setup GK LEVEL Setting Finishing the GK SETUP This sets the level for the GK pickup sound and adjusts the 1 Press TUNER MOPS mre a nue The VGA 3 automatically stores the new value of a setting at 1 Set the GK pickup s select switch to SYNTH the time the change is made No separate action is needed to the settings 2 Rotate GUITAR TYPE to select SAUE INE SELMES SITAR GK LEVEL 3 Press a MEMORY button 1 10 to set the level for the GK pickup The level increases the higher you set the value resulting in higher volume levels 1 10 Move the select switch of the GK pickup between SYNTH and GUITAR and adjust the volume balance while playing your instrument in each position GK Setup Chart Parameter ST GK SETTING GRA 15 Bc LP gt GK DIRECTION EP NORMAL J REVERSE HOLLOW GK PHASE EB NORMAL EJ INVERSE 12 STRING GK S1 S2 EB PICKUP EJ PICKUP REV EJ MANUAL TUNER CI MEMORY V A STANDARD gt GK SENS 6 a 12 STRING GK SENS 5 SYNTH LEAD gt GK SENS 4 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 566868886 SITAR GK LEVEL GUITAR TYPE
34. knob the knob s adjustment function is enabled as you approach the position stored in the memory If you are not sure of the setting stored in memory turn the knob completely to the left counterclockwise the knob s function is enabled at that time Nore If before the setting is stored the mode is switched to Manual or Memory or the power is turned off all changes in the settings will be discarded Whenever working with important settings be sure to carry out the Write procedure Storing Knob and Button Settings to Memory Write 1 When you have finished making the knob and or button settings press WRITE causing the indicator to flash 2 Press MEMORY button for the memory in which you want the settings stored Ifyou want to cancel the Write procedure press MANUAL 3 Press WRITE once more to carry out the write During the write the WRITE indicator flashes rapidly the write is completed when the WRITE indicator stops flashing and stays off Confirming the Settings Stored in Memory Memory Utility This reproduces the knob positions settings values stored in memory This function is disabled whenever MANUAL is selected During confirmation the volume and tone are not changed when any knob other than MASTER is rotated 1 Hold down TUNER and press MANUAL The TUNER flashes 2 Operate the knob for the setting you want to check One of the TUNER meter indicators lights up
35. l Set SS E 12 GK SETTING Seung S tans 12 CR DIRECTION Seting 12 GK PHASE indies 13 13 GI SENS Gal SOUS ana 13 GK TEE NV Es SETIO sty aahs 14 15 Fist Vy Pes acia 15 More Advanced 0 16 16 POLY OCTAVE SIRING SELEC SF 16 5 17 Listor Aun a 17 18 18 ne shade 15 FLANGER toa ce Ea EEEO A 15 15 TRE MOO si TETA 15 15 DELAT 19 CLEAR 19 WARM ss 19 POUBLIN CGE 19 20 PEA 20 SPRING orosei 20 Conversions Used in This Manual Words or numerals enclosed in square brackets indicate panel buttons or knobs Example MANUAL MANUAL button VOLUME VOLUME knob 1 Memory button 1 MEMORY issccsncaccsceceasintanainiinaiantetincinivensedeeuoans 21 Calne cane 21 Changing the Memory Settings 11
36. le near a heating immediately stop using the unit and consult an duct on top of heat generating equipment or NG audiologist are Tea Rind Damp e g baths washrooms on wet floors Do not allow any objects e g flammable material or are coins pins or liquids of any kind water soft e Humid or are drinks etc to penetrate the unit e Exposed to rain or are NE e Dusty or are e Subject to high levels of vibration e Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is level and sure to remain stable Never place it on stands that could wobble or on inclined surfaces e 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 sheet when e The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged or e If smoke or unusual odor occurs Objects have fallen into or liquid has been spilled onto the unit or The unit has been exposed to rain or otherwise has become wet or The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance In households with small children an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit e Protect the unit from strong impact Do not drop it an outlet with an unrea
37. mulates a plate reverb reverb unit that uses the vibrations of a metal plate Provides a bright reverberation with an extended high end SPRING Simulates a spring reverb a reverb unit that uses the vibrations of a spring The interference of the vibrations of the two springs produces a unique type of reverberation SPRING 6 20 MEMORY You can store and call up ten knob and button settings on the VGA 3 Additionally with the use of a foot controller such as the optional GFC 50 or FC 200 you can store and call up forty knob and button settings p 22 The settings controlled by the following external devices are also stored to the memory along with knob and button settings Foot Switch EFX ON OFF DELAY ON OFF Expression Pedal VOLUME GK WAH Calling Up Memory 1 Press MEMORY button to select the memory to be called up When the A B button is not lit the memories numbered from 1 through 5 can be selected When the A B button is lit the memories numbered from 6 through 10 can be selected Changing the Memory Settings Edit 1 Press memory button to select the memory whose settings are to be changed 2 Operate the knobs buttons When you change the knob or button settings the button indicator corresponding to the selected memory flashes MEM Immediately after you switch memories the knob positions may not correspond to the settings stored in the memory When you turn a
38. nity of such receivers e Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices such as cell phones are operated in the vicinity of this unit Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call or while conversing Should you experience such problems you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit or switch them off Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight place it near devices that radiate heat leave it inside an enclosed vehicle or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes Also do not allow lighting devices that normally are used while their light source is very close to the unit such as a piano light or powerful spotlights to shine upon the same area of the unit for extended periods of time Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit e To avoid possible breakdown do not use the unit in a wet area such as an area exposed to rain or other moisture e Do not allow rubber vinyl or similar materials to remain on the unit for long periods of time Such objects can discolor or otherwise harmfully affect the finish Do not put anything that contains water e g flower vases on the unit Also avoid the use of insecticides perfumes alcohol nail polish spray cans etc near the unit Swiftly wipe away any liquid that spills on the unit using a dry soft cloth Do not paste stickers decals or the like to this instrument Peeling such matter off the instrument ma
39. nnecting an external foot switch or expression pedal to the GFC 50 allows you to use your foot to control the following VGA 3 functions Switching banks UP DOWN Same function as the VGA 3 s FOOT SW jack FS2 Same function as the VGA 3 s FOOT SW jack FS1 Same function as the VGA 3 s EXP PEDAL jack Volume 6 sea SHIFT CTL2 CTL 1 EXP 2 O Q aea r Panel SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING GONSROL CHANGE INCE AND A THIS DEVICE MUST AY CAUSE UNESIRED OPE 5 2 Foot Switch BOSS FS 5U optional Set the polarity switch as shown below Los Expression Pedal EV 5 optional When using two external expression pedals set the EXP PEDAL mode in the SYSTEM settings to 2 GK WAH 2 EXP PEDAL MODE Setting p 25 23 Making the SYSTEM Settings SYSTEM Setup With the VGA 3 you can make the following system the parameters that can be changed so that the VGA 3 operates according to the performer s taste and particular application settings Basic Setting Procedure Follow this basic process to make the settings for the system SYSTEM Setup Start the SYSTEM Setup 1 Hold down TUNER and press PICKUP The VGA 3 is now in the mode where settings for the SYSTEM Setup can be made The TUNER meter indicator gt lights up and all tone adjustments
40. point when the factory settings are restored is lost When Restoring All Settings to Their Factory Settings You can reinitialize the content of the VGA 3 s forty memories GK Setup settings and the SYSTEM Setup settings to their original factory settings 1 Hold down WRITE while you switch ON the POWER switch MEMORY 1 flashes while MEMORY 2 and 3 remain lit 1 2 3 4 3 Flash Lit Lit If you want to cancel the reset turn the power off 2 If you want to continue and reinitialize the data press WRITE two times The WRITE indicator flashes and when the settings are completed the VGA 3 returns to MEMORY Number 1 When Restoring Only the Memories to Their Factory Settings 1 Hold down WRITE while you switch ON the POWER switch MEMORY 1 flashes while MEMORY 2 and 3 remain lit 2 Press MEMORY button 2 MEMORY 2 flashes while MEMORY 1 and 3 remain lit 1 2 3 a1 ty W E E 1 a sav 3 3 Lit Flash Lit Ifyou want to cancel the reset turn the power off 3 If you want to continue and reinitialize the data press WRITE two times The WRITE indicator flashes and when the settings are completed the VGA 3 returns to MEMORY Number 1 When Restoring GK Setup settings and SYSTEM Setup Settings to Their Factory Settings 1 Hold down WRITE while you switch ON the POWER switch MEMORY 1 flashes while MEMORY 2 and 3 remain lit 2 Press MEMORY b
41. put for guitar modeling Guitar modeling provides eleven realistic sound simulations from electric and acoustic guitar sounds to special sounds available only with GK Achieve a whole range of sound variations without having to switch your guitar MEMORY The VGA 3 s memory lets you store and instantly call up ten amp and effect settings internally Additionally with the use of a foot controller optional you can store and call up forty settings TUNER A chromatic tuner is included EXPANDABILITY Not only can you connect a foot switch the VGA 3 also provides an input for an expression pedal which can be used as a volume pedal or wah pedal Also included are an EXT IN jack for connecting a CD or rhythm machine and a RECORDING OUT PHONES jack which comes in handy for recording sessions or when practicing at home 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 equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to ale
42. r neighbors try to keep the unit s volume at reasonable levels You may prefer to use headphones so you do not need to be concerned about those around you especially when it is late at night e When you need to transport the unit package it in the box including padding that it came in if possible Otherwise you will need to use equivalent packaging materials e Use only the specified expression pedal EV 5 BOSS FV 300L sold separately By connecting any other expression pedals you risk causing malfunction and or damage to the unit e Use a cable from Roland to make the connection If using some other make of connection cable please note the following precautions e Some connection cables contain resistors Do not use cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit The use of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low or impossible to hear For information on cable specifications contact the manufacturer of the cable IMPORTANT SAFTY INSTRUCTIONS 2 USING 3 IMPORTANT 5 5 Basic Operation cccsscccsseeceseeceneesensesenees 8 Front ane LEE E TE 8 Rear Pane nee 10 Turning the Power 10 Settings for the GK Pickup GK Setup 11 Preparations for using the GK 11 Basie Setiine Proce aa R EERTE 11 TG Fy Pe O
43. r the first time or if you are not using multiple GK settings In this case select 1 Set A the factory default setting 12 Settings for the GK Pickup GK Setup GK PHASE Setting This matches the phase of the GK pickup s sound with the sound from the guitar s pickup If the phases are not matched the sound from each source will interfere with each other when mixed altering the tonal qualities and volume levels Set the GK pickup s select switch to MIX Rotate GUITAR TYPE to select HOLLOW GK PHASE While playing the sixth string press MEMORY button 1 or 2 to select the setting which does not diminish the volume level in the low end 1 NORMAL The phase will remain unchanged 2 INVERSE The phase will be inverted GK 51 52 Setting This selects the functions for the GK pickup s S1 and 52 buttons 2 Rotate GUITAR TYPE to select 12 STRING ELECTRIC GK 51 52 Press MEMORY button 1 2 3 or 4 to select the functions for the S1 and S2 buttons PICKUP Switching the pickup of COSM guitar S1 button 6 S2 button F gt C gt R 2 PICKUP REVERSE Switching the pickup of COSM guitar S1 button F gt C gt R S2 button 6 3 MANUAL TUNER S1 button Switching the Manual Memory mode S2 button Switching the Tuner on off 4 MEMORY W A S1 button memory number down S2 button memory number up GK SENS 6 1 Settings
44. rt the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the product INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING When using electric products basic precautions should always be followed including the following Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with a dry cloth Do not block any of the ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet WARNING THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED 10 11 12 13 14 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Only use attachments accessories sp
45. s from external devices e Before cleaning the unit turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the outlet Z e Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area pull the plug on the power cord out Z of the outlet IMPORTANT NOTES In addition to the items listed under IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS and USING THE UNIT SAFELY on pages 2 and 3 4 please read and observe the following This unit is equipped with a protection circuit The protection circuit helps ensure safety by operating when excessive input continues for a long time while the device is at a location with a high ambient temperature Sound drop out may occur when the protection circuit is actuated during use Please read through the documentation carefully to ensure correct use Power Supply e Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any device that will generate line noise such as an electric motor or variable lighting system e Before connecting this unit to other devices turn off the power to all units This will help prevent malfunctions and or damage to speakers or other devices Placement e 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 interference e This device may interfere with radio and television reception Do not use this device in the vici
46. sonable number of other devices Be especially careful when using extension cords the total power used by all devices you have connected to the extension cord s outlet must never exceed the power rating watts amperes for the extension cord Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and eventually melt through e Do not force the unit s power supply cord to share S e Before using the unit in a foreign country consult with your retailer the nearest Roland Service Center or an authorized Roland distributor as listed on the Information sheet e Please stow AC cable inside cabinet as shown in Fig A to protect AC cable when you carry this model or you do not use When doing so be careful not to touch the speaker unit CAUTION e The unit should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper venti lation cord when plugging into or unplugging from an outlet e Always grasp only the plug on the power supply 6 entangled Also all cords and cables should be e Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming placed so they are out of the reach of children the unit e Never climb on top of nor place heavy objects on S e Never handle the power cord or its plug with wet hands when plugging into or unplugging from N an outlet e Before moving the unit disconnect the power plug from the outlet and pull out all cord
47. thorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit For Canada NOTICE This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations AVIS Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada 4 Roland Corporation
48. utton 3 MEMORY 3 flashes while MEMORY 1 and 2 remain lit 1 2 3 atl atlas E 4 4 Lit Lit Flash Ifyou want to cancel the reset turn the power off 3 If you want to continue and reinitialize the data press WRITE two times The WRITE indicator flashes and when the settings are completed the VGA 3 returns to MEMORY Number 1 27 Additional Data Calling Up the Factory Tone Settings for Each Individual Bank You can select any one of the Banks 0 3 listed on the Memory Sheet p 33 and call up that bank s factory loaded settings to MEMORY buttons 1 10 Calling up these settings clears all of the Memories 1 10 previously stored in Bank 0 1 While holding down the Memory button corresponding to the bank on the Memory Sheet that you want to call up switch ON the POWER switch To call up the Memory Sheet Bank 0 tone settings 1 6 2 7 3 8 To call up the Memory Sheet Bank 3 tone settings 4 9 To call up the Memory Sheet Bank 1 tone settings To call up the Memory Sheet Bank 2 tone settings For example if you want to call up the tone settings for Bank 2 on the Memory Sheet hold down 3 8 and switch the power on The 3 8 indicator flashes Ifyou want to cancel the operation turn the power off Press WRITE two times The WRITE indicator flashes once the settings have been called up the VGA 3 returns to memory Number 1 Additional Data Troubleshooting
49. with knobs other than MASTER are e Bass guitars disabled e Other guitars that for structural reasons have no location where the GK 2A divided pickup can be attached 3 Rotate GUITAR TYPE to select the type of setting you want to make then press the MEMORY buttons to correctly select the values About the GK Pic kup select switch The MEMORY buttons that can be used for selecting SYNTH When using COSM guitar values are lit while the MEMORY button corresponding MIX When combining COSM guitar with the reels normal pickup of the guitar Ex When ST GK SETTING is selected GUITAR When using the normal pickup of the guitar Flash Lit Lit About the SYNTH VOL knob of the GK Pickup This controls the volume of the COSM guitar ex MANUAL A B About the S 52 button of the GK Pickup GUITAR TYPE This allows you to select the pickups memories etc p 13 a smn PICKUP 12STRING yo lt Q SYNTH LEAD SYNTH PAD HOLLOW SLOW GEAR OR LP Nao POLY OCTAVE ST SITAR COSM GUITAR Do not turn off the power while making the settings This may corrupt the settings already stored in the VGA 3 Always be sure to exit from GK Setup mode before turning off the power When you have finished GK Setup press TUNER once more There is no prescribed sequence for the GK Setup settings You are free to set only the parameters needed Settings for the GK Pickup GK S
50. y damage the exterior finish Maintenance e For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water To remove stubborn dirt use a cloth impregnated with a mild non abrasive detergent Afterwards be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft dry cloth e Never use benzine thinners alcohol or solvents of any kind to avoid the possibility of discoloration and or deformation IMPORTANT NOTES Additional Precautions e Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction or the improper operation of the unit To protect yourself against the risk of loosing important data we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of important data you have writed on the paper e Unfortunately it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored in the unit s memory once it has been lost Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data e 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 e When connecting disconnecting all cables grasp the connector itself never pull on the cable This way you will avoid causing shorts or damage to the cable s internal elements e A small amount of heat will radiate from the unit during normal operation e To avoid disturbing you
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