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Summary of Contents for Boss VG-STRANDBERG V-BDN
- Page 1 Owner’s Manual This operating manual explains the modeling sound engine of the V-BDN.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Main Features The V-BDN is a new instrument that fuses strandberg ’s innovative BODEN model with the latest technology from BOSS. The V-BDN can be used not only as a conventional BODEN model, but also allows you to play a wide range of sounds including guitar synthesizer sounds or bass guitar sounds powered by COSM technology, simply by turning a single knob. -
Page 3: Panel Descriptions
Panel Descriptions Normal Pickups GK Pickup These are the normal guitar pickups. This is the special V-Guitar divided pickup. Tuning Knob Selects tunings such as a semitone down, a whole tone down, or drop D tuning. page 7 5-Way Switch In normal guitar mode, this selects different pickup positions. - Page 4 Panel Descriptions Battery Cover Install batteries here. Battery Type: Four AA Life: Up to 9 hours with high powered rechargeable Ni-MH batteries (2,600–2,700 mAH). Life may be less with regular alkaline batteries. We recommend getting 8 high quality rechargeable batteries, so you can always have one set charging while the other set is in the guitar. When the batteries run low, the power indicator will begin to flash as a warning and will eventually go out.
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Page 5: Turning On The Power
Turning On the Power * To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections. When powering up Turn on the power to your amp last. When powering down Turn off the power to your amp first. -
Page 6: Selecting Modes
Selecting Modes The mode knob lets you select either the normal guitar or one of the modes (tonal characters). 5-way switch While in each mode, simply use the blade 5-way selector switch to switch pickups as if you are playing the guitar type that you’ve selected. Mode knob Mode/Explanation 5-way switch... -
Page 7: Selecting Tunings
Selecting Tunings You can use the tuning knob to choose from a variety of tunings. You’ll no longer need to have multiple guitars in different tunings at your live performance or in the studio. Tuning knob Normal Drop C Tuning Explanation Normal Standard tuning (E A D G B E) -
Page 8: About Gk Pickup Height
About GK Pickup Height Once your guitar is properly set up you should make sure the distance between the top of the GK pickup and the bottom of the strings is approximately 1 mm (0 04”) when depressing the strings at the highest fret. The height of the GK pickup can be adjusted by using the height adjustment screws. -
Page 9: Using The Unit Safely
USING THE UNIT SAFELY About WARNING and CAUTION Notices About the Symbols symbol alerts the user to important instructions or Used for instructions intended to alert the warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is user to the risk of death or severe injury determined by the design contained within the triangle. - Page 10 USING THE UNIT SAFELY WARNING CAUTION Do not drop or subject to strong impact Handle batteries carefully Otherwise, you risk causing damage or If used improperly, batteries may explode malfunction. or leak and cause damage or injury. In the interest of safety, please read and observe the following precautions.
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Page 11: Important Notes
Intellectual Property Right induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from • Roland, BOSS, V-Guitar, and COSM are either the source of interference. registered trademarks or trademarks of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other •... -
Page 12: Main Specifications
Main Specifications V-Guitar V-BDN: VG-Strandberg Controls Mode, Tuning, 5-Way Switch, Tone, Volume Indicator Power Indicator Connectors Guitar Jack Nominal Output Level -20 dBu Output Impedance 2 k ohms Recommended Load 20 k ohms or greater Impedance DC 6 V: Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4, Power Supply Rechargeable Ni-MH battery (AA, HR6) x 4 230 mA... - Page 13 For the USA FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
- Page 14 For EU Countries...
- Page 15 Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. AFRICA TAIWAN EL SALVADOR DENMARK/ESTONIA/ SPAIN QATAR LATVIA/LITHUANIA ROLAND TAIWAN ENTERPRISE OMNI MUSIC Roland Iberia S.L. BADIE STUDIO & STORES CO., LTD.