Using The Unit Safely; Important Notes - Boss ME-80 Owner's Manual

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

About WARNING and CAUTION Notices
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of death or severe injury
should the unit be used improperly.
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used
improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or
other adverse effects caused with
respect to the home and all its
furnishings, as well to domestic animals
or pets.
WARNING
To completely turn off power to the unit, pull out the
plug from the outlet
Even with the power switch turned off, this
unit is not completely separated from its
main source of power . When the power
needs to be completely turned off, turn off
the power switch on the unit, then pull out
the plug from the outlet . For this reason, the outlet into
which you choose to connect the power cord's plug
should be one that is within easy reach and readily
accessible .

IMPORTANT NOTES

Power Supply
• The use of an AC adaptor is recommended as
the unit's power consumption is relatively high .
Should you prefer to use batteries, please use
the alkaline batteries .
Power Supply: Use of Batteries
• The life of the supplied batteries may be limited,
since its primary purpose was to enable testing .
• If the batteries run extremely low, the sound may
distort, but this does not indicate a malfunction .
If this occurs, please replace the batteries or use
the AC adaptor .
• If operating this unit on batteries, please use
alkaline batteries .
• If operating this unit on batteries, please
disconnect the AC adaptor from this unit .
Placement
• Depending on the material and temperature
of the surface on which you place the unit, its
rubber feet may discolor or mar the surface .
You can place a piece of felt or cloth under the
rubber feet to prevent this from happening . If
you do so, please make sure that the unit will not
slip or move accidentally .
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 .
About the Symbols
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or
warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is
determined by the design contained within the triangle. In
the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general
cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be
carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must
not be done is indicated by the design contained within
the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that
the unit must never be disassembled.
The symbol alerts the user to things that must be
carried out. The specific thing that must be done is
indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the
case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-cord
plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
Concerning the Auto Off function
The power to this unit will be turned off
automatically after a predetermined
amount of time has passed since it was last
used for playing music, or its buttons or
controls were operated (Auto Off function) .
If you do not want the power to be turned off
automatically, disengage the Auto Off function (p . 18) .
Repairs and Data
• Before sending the unit away for repairs, be
sure to make a backup of the data stored
within it; or you may prefer to write down the
needed information . Although we will do our
utmost to preserve the data stored in your
unit when we carry out repairs, in some cases,
such as when the memory section is physically
damaged, restoration of the stored content
may be impossible . Roland assumes no liability
concerning the restoration of any stored content
that has been lost .
Additional Precautions
• Any data stored within the unit can be lost as the
result of equipment failure, incorrect operation,
etc . To protect yourself against the irretrievable
loss of data, try to make a habit of creating
regular backups of the data you've stored in
the unit .
• Roland assumes no liability concerning the
restoration of any stored content that has been
lost .
• When you operate the expression pedal, please
be careful not to get your fingers pinched
between the movable part and the panel . In
places where small children are present, make
sure that an adult provides supervision and
guidance .
WARNING
Take care so as not to get fingers pinched
When handling the following moving parts,
take care so as not to get fingers, toes, etc .,
pinched . Whenever a child uses the unit, an
adult should be on hand to provide
supervision and guidance .
Copyright
CAUTION
• Expression pedal (p . 11)
• It is forbidden by law to make an audio
recording, video recording, copy or revision of
a third party's copyrighted work (musical work,
video work, broadcast, live performance, or
other work), whether in whole or in part, and
distribute, sell, lease, perform, or broadcast it
without the permission of the copyright owner .
• Do not use this product for purposes that could
infringe on a copyright held by a third party .
We assume no responsibility whatsoever with
regard to any infringements of third-party
copyrights arising through your use of this
product .
• This product contains eCROS integrated software
platform of eSOL Co .,Ltd . eCROS is a trademark
of eSOL Co ., Ltd . in Japan .
• Roland, BOSS, COSM, Overdrive, Metal Zone,
Crunch, Touch Wah, and HARMONIST are either
registered trademarks or trademarks of Roland
Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries .
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