Table Of Contents; Important Notes - Boss AD-5 Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT NOTES

In addition to the items listed under "USING THE
UNIT SAFELY" on page 2, 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).
• The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long
hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a
cause for concern.
• 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 in-
duce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orien-
tation 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 ex-
tremes. 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 impregnated 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.
Additional Precautions
• 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.
• 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.
• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the
unit's volume at reasonable levels (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.
Contents
USING THE UNIT SAFELY ............................ 2
Main Features ..................................................... 4
IMPORTANT NOTES ...................................... 5
Panel Descriptions............................................. 6
Before Performing with the AD-5 .................. 7
Connections ........................................................ 7
Turning on the Power ....................................... 8
Adjusting the Input Level ................................ 8
Names of Things / What They Do .................. 9
INPUT LEVEL .................................................... 9
PREAMP ............................................................. 9
ANTI-FEEDBACK ........................................... 10
ACOUSTIC ....................................................... 10
2x2 CHORUS .................................................... 11
REVERB ............................................................. 11
Other Functions ............................................... 12
EFFECTS BYPASS ............................................ 12
INSERT FUNCTION ....................................... 12
REMOTE ........................................................... 13
Appendix ........................................................... 14
Troubleshooting ............................................... 14
Block Diagram .................................................. 14
Setting Samples ................................................ 15
Specifications ................................................... 18
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