Boss Audio Systems ME-20 - Manuals

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Manual Boss Audio Systems ME-20

Summary

Page 4 - IMPORTANT NOTES; Placement

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 i...

Page 5 - Printing Conventions and

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. T...

Page 6 - Contents

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 ................

Page 7 - Names of Things and What They Do; Front Panel

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 buttonand turning the knob (this displays the value w...

Page 8 - Effect Select Indicators; Effect Select Buttons

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 thi...

Page 9 - Buttons

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 ...

Page 10 - Rear Panel

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 ...

Page 11 - Installing Batteries

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, magaz...

Page 12 - Connections

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 o...

Page 13 - Turning On the Power; Turning Off the Power; Recommended Settings

13 Connections Turn on power to the various devices in the order specified. Turning on devices in the wrongorder 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 ...

Page 16 - Introduction to Effects and Parameters; About the Effect Connection Sequence

16 Introduction to Effects and Parameters About the Effect Connection Sequence The optimal sequence for connecting effects is determined automatically based on the effectsettings. OD/DS SOLO The OD/DS effect sound is switched to a sound suited for solo performances.Turning on the OD/DS SOLO effect s...

Page 18 - MOD Type List

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 brea...

Page 19 - DELAY Type List

19 Introduction to Effects and Parameters DELAY These are spatial effects that let you to do things like make the sound thicker or create specialeffects 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...

Page 21 - WAH; THRESHOLD; MASTER LEVEL

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 amuffled sound.When the wah effect is on, the pedal functions as a wah pedal. When WAH is on: Functions ...

Page 22 - EZ EDIT Setting List

22 Creating Sounds Easily (EZ EDIT) EZ EDIT is a feature for creating sounds quickly and easily. You can adjust a combination ofeffect 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 b...

Page 23 - Saving and Calling Up Tones (Memory Mode); Patches and Banks

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 canuse the pedals to switch effects on or off, and you can manipulate the knobs to directly obtainthe sound you want.The ME-20 also features a...

Page 25 - Calling Up and Using Saved Sounds (Patch Change); Switching Numbers

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 Switchin...

Page 26 - Changing Patch Settings (Patch Edit Mode)

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. Tomake 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 ...

Page 27 - Other Functions; Using Footswitch Pedals; Connecting a Footswitch Pedal; When Connecting an FS-5U

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, Ban...

Page 30 - Adjusting the Expression Pedal

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 ofadjustment.If you encounter problems, such as the expression pedal’s ON/OFF sw...

Page 31 - Patch List

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 ...

Page 32 - Factory Settings

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 ...

Page 34 - Blank Chart

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

Page 36 - Troubleshooting; “bt” Appears in the Display; No Sound/Volume is Low; Patches Cannot Be Switched

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 oth...

Page 37 - Specifications

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 dBuAUX IN: -18 dBu ● Input Impedance INPUT: 1 M Ω AUX IN: 22 k Ω ● Nominal Output Level -10 dBu ● Output I...

Page 38 - Index; Numerics

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