IMPORTANT NOTES

In addition to the items listed under "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" and "USING THE UNIT SAFELY", please read and observe the following:

Power Supply

●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).

●Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units. This will help prevent malfunc- tions and/or damage to speakers or other devices.

Placement

●Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equip- ment containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the ori- entation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source of interference.

●This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.

●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. Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.

Maintenance

●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 impreg- nated with a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.

●Never use benzene, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

Repairs and Data

●Please be aware that all data contained in the unit's memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always be backed up in anoth- er MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer), or written down on paper (when possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

Memory Backup

●This unit contains a battery which powers the unit's memory circuits while the main power is off. When this battery becomes weak, the message shown below will appear in the display. Once you see this message, have the battery replaced with a fresh one as soon as possible to avoid the loss of all data in memory. To have the battery replaced, consult with

your dealer, or qualified Roland service personnel. “Battery Low”

Additional Precautions

●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 recom- mend that you periodically save a backup copy of important data you have stored in the unit's memory in another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer).

●Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the con- tents of data that was stored in another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer) once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

●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.

●Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

●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.

●A small amount of heat will radiate from the unit dur- ing normal operation.

●To avoid disturbing your 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).

●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.

About this owner's manual

Parameter names are often abbreviated in this unit’s display. For example, Chorus Rate is abbreviate as ‘Cho Rate’, The full name of the parameter will be used in the manual to avoid any confusion.

If a parameter’s value is continuously variable, it will be shown as being a number from 0 — 127. If, on the other hand, a parameter value is selectable in discrete steps, those steps will be shown as 200/400Hz (for example).

Panel buttons are indicated within square brackets [r], such as [CHORUS].

Regarding Screen Displays

Where possible, we will use the actual screen displays for explanations. Keep in mind, however, that the displays of your unit may vary slightly depending on your instrument’s settings.

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