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Boss Phase Shifter PH-3 Owner's Manual

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Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (supplied on a separate sheet).
After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate
reference.

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (supplied on a separate sheet). After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference.

  • Page 2: Main Features

    RATE for a rotary speaker-like sound, while connecting a foot switch (BOSS FS-5U; sold separately) allows you to match the rate to the tempo. This device will enter Sleep mode (power conservation mode) when ten hours have elapsed since the last operation, or since the last audio input while in Stop mode.
  • Page 3 Accepts connection of an expression pedal (Roland EV-5; sold Combination indicator that shows the effect’s on/off status, separately) or momentary- type foot switch (BOSS FS-5U; sold tempo (in Tempo mode: p. 9), and Battery Check function. separately). Use the EV-5 to change the RATE continuously.
  • Page 4 Panel Descriptions 6. Pedal Switch Used for switching effects on/off, and for inputting the tempo. When the effect is on, be sure to start any changes with the filter at the lowest setting. * For inputting the tempo, refer to “Setting the Tempo with the PH-3’s Pedal Switch”...
  • Page 5 Panel Descriptions 10. RES (Resonance) knob Type Explanation Adjusts the strength of the filter effect. The effect sound Phase effect whereby filter modifications occur in becomes stronger the further the knob is turned clockwise. STEP a non-consecutive manner. This can provide some * Raising the RES setting (turning it clockwise) makes it easier really unique, illusional effects.
  • Page 6 Connections Electric Guitar AC Adaptor (PSA series; sold separately) OUT 9V DC/500mA Guitar Amplifier Footswitch Expression Pedal BOSS FS-5U (option) Roland EV-5, BOSS EV-30, FV-500L, FV-500H (option) POLARITY switch...
  • Page 7 Connections * Inserting a plug into the INPUT Jack will automatically switch the unit on. * To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections. * Use only the specified expression pedal. By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.

  • Page 8: Operating The Unit

    Operating the Unit 4. With the RATE knob, adjust the speed of the filter change. * When set to MIN, the filter remains off. 5. With the DEPTH knob, adjust the depth of the filter change. * The filter effect stops when this is set to MIN with the STAGE switch set to anything besides FALL or RISE.
  • Page 9 Setting the Tempo with the PH-3’s Pedal Switch * RATE cycles for use with the tempo settings can be made in lowered (except when set to RISE or FALL). When using this, even if the RATE (as shown by the flashing CHECK indicator) the range of 0.2–16 seconds.
  • Page 10 Using the EXP/CTL Jack * When an EV-5 or FS-5U is connected to the EXP/CTL jack, the When Connecting the (Optional) BOSS FS-5U PH-3’s own pedal switch then only turns the effect on and off. The tempo can be set with the FS-5U.

  • Page 11: Changing The Battery

    Changing the Battery When the CHECK indicator goes dim or no longer lights while an effect is on, it means that the battery is nearly dead and must be 1. Hold down the pedal and loosen the thumbscrew, replaced. Replace the battery following the steps below. then open the pedal upward.

  • Page 12: About Sleep Mode

    About Sleep Mode 2. While holding down the pedal, turn on the power. When ten hours have elapsed since the last operation or audio input, the PH-3 will enter sleep mode (power conservation When running on battery power mode; only the bypass sound will be output). Insert the connection plug into the INPUT jack.
  • Page 13 About Sleep Mode Enabling Sleep Mode (default setting) 1. Carry out the same procedure as described in steps 1 and 2 under “Disabling Sleep Mode.” 2. While continuing to depress the pedal, move the DEPTH knob so it’s within the range illustrated below.

  • Page 14: Setting Samples

    Setting Samples Vintage Phase Shift 1 Standard Phase Shift Vintage Phase Shift 2 Deep Phase Shift...
  • Page 15 Setting Samples Hard Resonance Sound Standard FALL/RISE Sound Random Step Sound Tremolo Sound...

  • Page 16: Main Specifications

    Main Specifications BOSS PH-3: Phase Shifter Accessories Owner’s Manual Leaflet (“USING THE Nominal Input Level -20 dBu UNIT SAFELY, ” “IMPORTANT NOTES, ” and “Information”) Dry battery/9 V Input Impedance 1 MΩ type (6F22) Nominal Output Level -20 dBu Options...

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