Boss Audio Systems BF-3 - Manual

Page 3 - Features

3 Features ● Stereo output gives your sound greater breadth along with a deep effect that imparts a sense of three-dimensional rotation. ● Includes a new “ULTRA” mode for a more intense flanging effect. ● Also features a “GATE/PAN” mode. When outputting in mono, a slicer effect is add-ed to the flan...

Page 4 - Panel Description

4 Panel Description fig.01 1. AC Adaptor Jack Accepts connection of an AC Adaptor (op-tionally available BOSS PSA-Series). By using an AC Adaptor, you can play with-out being concerned about how much bat-tery power you have left. * Use only the specified AC adaptor (PSA- Series), and make sure the l...

Page 8 - Connections

8 Connections fig.03 AC AdaptorBOSS PSA-series(option) ElectricGuitar BassGuitar OUT 9V DC/200mA Guitar Amplifier (Bass Amplifier) For monoural use, make the connection to the OUTPUT A (MONO) jack. * The GUITAR IN jack is given priority.

Page 10 - Operating the Unit

10 Operating the Unit fig.05 1. When you have made the necessary connections (p. 8), depress the pedal switch to turn the effect on. (the CHECK indicator turns red.) * When MOMENTARY mode is selected, continue pressing the pedal switch. (the effect is on only while the pedal is depressed) 2. Select ...

Page 11 - Setting the RATE by Inputting the Tempo with the Pedal Switch

11 Setting the RATE by Inputting the Tempo with the Pedal Switch When Switching to Tempo Input with the Effect ON (CHECK indicator: Red) * RATE cycles for use with the tempo settings can be made in the range of 0.1–18 seconds. fig.06 * If you carry out Step immediately after Step , Step may inadvert...

Page 13 - Relationship Between the Flanger and Gate Effects

13 Setting the RATE by Inputting the Tempo with the Pedal Switch Relationship Between the Flanger and Gate Effects * The gate effect switches on and off 32 times over the period of the flanger effect's rise and fall.* If you want to have the gate working on eighth notes, press the pedal switch at th...

Page 14 - Changing the Battery

14 Changing the Battery When the indicator goes dim or no longer lights while an effect is on, it means that the battery is nearly dead and must be replaced. Replace the battery following the steps below. * This device consumes considerable power, so use of the AC adaptor is recommended. When poweri...

Page 15 - Troubleshooting; Is the battery low or dead?; CHECK indicator doesn’t light:

15 Troubleshooting Power won’t come on: ● Is the specified adaptor (PSA-series; sold separately) properly connected? Check the connection once more (p. 8). * Never use any AC adapter other than one specified for use with the BF-3. ● Is the battery low or dead? Replace with a new battery (p. 14). ● I...

Page 16 - Can’t input the tempo:; Is the MODE knob set to MOMENTARY?; Is the MODE knob set to GATE?

16 Troubleshooting No sound / Low volume: ● Is the BF-3 properly connected to your instrument? Check the connection once more (p. 8). ● Is the volume turned down on any guitar amp or effects device you have connected? ● Are you inputting to both the GUI-TAR IN and BASS IN jacks? The GUITAR IN jack i...

Page 17 - Setting Samples; For Guitar; Standard Flanger; Ultra Flanger

17 Setting Samples For Guitar Standard Flanger fig.10 Ultra Flanger fig.11 Stereo Flanger fig.12 Rotary Flanger fig.13 StereoOut StereoOut

Page 19 - For Bass

19 Setting Samples For Bass Strong Flanging fig.18 Deep Flanger fig.19 Vibrato Sound fig.20 Slicer Sound fig.21

Page 20 - Setting Memo

20 Setting Memo ( ) fig.26 ( ) fig.26 ( ) fig.26 ( ) fig.26

Page 21 - Specifications

21 Specifications BF-3: Flanger Nominal Input Level ...................-20 dBuInput Impedance..........................1 M Ω Nominal Output Level................-20 dBuOutput Impedance ......................1 k Ω Recommended Load Impedance ....10 k Ω or greater Delay Time...............................

Page 23 - NOTICE; FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

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...

Boss Audio Systems BF-3 - Manual

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