Manuel d'utilisation / d'entretien du produit ME-20 du fabricant Boss Audio Systems
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Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of BOSS ME-20 Guitar Multiple Effects. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” . These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit.
2 001 • Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual. ......................................................................................................... 002c • Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor.
3 011 • Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit. ......................................................................................................
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 th.
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.
6 Contents Main Features ....................1 IMPORTANT NOTES ............4 Names of Things and What They Do .............................7 Front Panel..................................... 7 Rear Panel ................................... 10 Installing Batteries .
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 button and turning the knob (this displays the value without adjusting it).
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.
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.
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 is disconnected.
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.
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.
13 Connections Turn on power to the various devices in the order specified. Turning on devices in the wrong order 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.
14 Tuning the Guitar (Bypass/Tuner) The ME-20 features a built-in chromatic auto-tuner that allows you to tune your guitar easily without changing any of your connections. Additionally, in Tuner mode, the sound output is the same as the input sound, with no effects applied (bypass).
15 Tuning the Guitar (Bypass/Tuner) fig.7seg-tuner3.eps 4. First do a rough tuning so that the name of the note for the string appears in the display. (General Tuning) 5.
16 Introduction to Effects and Parameters About the Effect Connection Sequence The optimal sequence for connecting effects is determined automatically based on the effect settings. OD/DS SOLO The OD/DS effect sound is switched to a sound suited for solo performances.
17 Introduction to Effects and Parameters OD/DS (Overdrive/Distortion) This effect uses distortion to add unique characteristics to a sound and allows you to sustain the sound. OD/DS Type List fig.FX-ODDS.eps_50 fig.FX-ODDS2.eps_90 TYPE Descriptions 1: OVERDRIVE A sweet, mild distortion like that of a tube amp.
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 breadth and body.
19 Introduction to Effects and Parameters DELAY These are spatial effects that let you to do things like make the sound thicker or create special effects by adding delayed sound or reverb to the input sound. DELAY Type List fig.FX-DELAY.eps_50 fig.FX-DELAY2.
20 Introduction to Effects and Parameters EQ (Equalizer) This effect adjusts the tone quality. Turning the knob to the right (clockwise) boosts the volume in the corresponding frequency range; turning it counterclockwise cuts the volume. Placing all parameter knobs at the center produces a flat response.
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 a muffled sound. When the wah effect is on, the pedal functions as a wah pedal.
22 Creating Sounds Easily ( EZ EDIT) EZ EDIT is a feature for creating sounds quickly and easily. You can adjust a combination of effect 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.
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 can use the pedals to switch effects on or off, and you can manipulate the knobs to directly obtain the sound you want.
24 Saving and Calling Up Tones (Memory Mode) Saving Tones (Write) The steps you need to follow in order to save the patches you’ve created using the panel’s knobs and pedals in User memory is called the “Write procedure.” You can carry out the Write procedure in both Manual mode and Memory mode.
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.
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. To make these changes, you put the unit in Patch Edit mode. fig.ME-20-patch-edit.
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.
28 Other Functions When Connecting Two FS-5Us or an FS-6 * Using a special Roland PCS-31 connection cable (optional), you can connect two FS-5Us. fig.FS-5U1-e.
29 Other Functions Returning the ME-20 to Its Factory Settings (Factory Reset) You can restore the settings stored in the ME-20 (User memory, tuner reference pitch, and knob response method (p. 7)) to their original settings when the unit was shipped from the factory.
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 of adjustment.
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.
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 .
33 Factory Settings Type List DELAY EQ WAH NS MASTER LEVEL SW TYPE TIME FEED- BACK LEVEL LOW LOW- MID HIGH- MID HIGH SW THRESH- OLD OFF 2 37 15 20 28 23 23 25 OFF 25 25 OFF 2 11 6 18 21 25 25 25 OFF 1.
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.
35 Blank Chart Type List DELAY EQ WAH NS MASTER LEVEL SW TYPE TIME FEED- BACK LEVEL LOW LOW- MID HIGH- MID HIGH SW THRESH- OLD NO. OD/DS MOD DELAY 1 OVERDRIVE CHORUS 0-99ms DELAY 2 BLUES PHASER 100-700ms DELAY 3 DISTORTION FLANGER REVERB 4 METAL TREMOLO - 5 FUZZ ROTARY - 6 COMPRESSOR - - ME-20_e.
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.
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: .
38 Index Numerics 0–99 ms DELAY ........................... 19 100–700 ms DELAY ...................... 19 A AUX IN ...................................... 10 B Bank ..................................... 23, 25 BLUES ................................
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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.
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