Panel Descriptions Top Panel Graphic equalizer A ten-band graphic equalizer that provides ±15 dB of adjustment in the range of 30 Hz–12.8 kHz (the center frequency varies according to type). [LEVEL] slider Compensates for the volume difference when switching between normal and effect sound. Display Provides a visual indication of the equalizer’s state, or shows parameters.
Panel Descriptions CHANNEL indicator Indicates the currently selected channel. * If the LINK parameter (p. 9) is ON, indicators A and B are both lit. [MEMORY] button Switches or saves memories (MANUAL, 1–4) (p. 6). MEMORY indicator Indicates the currently selected memory. [ON/OFF] switch Switches the effect on/off.
Panel Descriptions Rear Panel When powering up (Connecting Your Equipment) Power-up equipment such as your guitar amp last. * To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the When powering down volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections. Power-down equipment such as your guitar amp first.
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Panel Descriptions Side Panel Using the jack as EXP (Connecting Your Equipment) You can connect an expression pedal (sold separately: EV-30, Roland EV-5, etc.) and use it to control the volume of the effect sound. * Use only the specified expression pedal. By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.
Saving and Switching Memories Saving to Memory Switching Memories Here’s how to save equalizer settings that you edited. Here’s how to recall a saved memory. Long-press the [MEMORY] button. Press the [MEMORY] button to select a memory. The display indicates “WRITE TO:. ” Each time you press the button, you cycle through Press the [MEMORY] button to select the save- the memories in the order of “MAN (manual) 0 1...
Overall Settings (Menu) Assigning functions to external pedals Basic Operation You can connect footswitches (sold separately: FS-5U, FS-6, FS-7) Press the [CHANNEL] button and [MEMORY] to the CTL 1, 2/EXP jack, and use them to switch memories or channels. button simultaneously. Use the menu items “C1 FNC”...
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Overall Settings (Menu) Parameter MENU Parameter List Explanation Specifies the function of an expression pedal connected to the CTL 1, 2/EXP jack. Parameter EXP FNC Explanation Adjusts the level of channel A. (EXPRESSION FUNCTION) Specify the function of the [ON/OFF] Adjusts the level of channel B.
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Overall Settings (Menu) Parameter Parameter Explanation Explanation Specifies how the A and B channel Specifies whether the equalizer settings equalizers are connected. are shared by channels A and B. PARA INPUT/OUTPUT jacks A OFF: Channels A and B can be set (PARALLEL): LINK and B are connected to channels A and B...
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Adjusts the contrast of the display. CONTRAST INPUT B EQ B OUTPUT B 1–10 Specifies the memory that is selected by each incoming program change. OFF, MEM, M-1–4 PC# transmitted from the EQ-200 PC#1–128 Memory Program number MEMORY 1–4 2–5...
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Overall Settings (Menu) STRUCT (STRUCTURE)= PARA (PARARELL), LINK = OFF Operates as two independent mono EQs. Guitar Pre EQ INPUT A OUTPUT A EQ A Not linked INPUT B OUTPUT B EQ B Post EQ Distortion-type external effect STRUCT (STRUCTURE) = SERIES If you set the unit's footswitch settings to A and B, it operates as two mono EQ units connected in series.
(Factory Reset) Insert the batteries as shown below, being careful to orient the batteries correctly. Here’s how to return the EQ-200 to its factory-set state. * Batteries should always be installed or While holding down the [ON/OFF] switch and replaced before connecting any other devices.
Appendix Attaching the Rubber Feet Main Specifications You can attach the rubber feet (included) if necessary. BOSS EQ-200: GRAPHIC EQUALIZER Attach them in the locations shown in the illustration. Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 3, Power Supply * Using the unit without rubber feet may damage the floor.
USING THE UNIT SAFELY/IMPORTANT NOTES Repairs and Data CAUTION • Before sending the unit away for repairs, be sure to make a backup of the data stored within it; or you may prefer Keep small items out of the reach of children to write down the needed information.
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Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the “License”); You may obtain a copy of the License at http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 • Roland, BOSS are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Company names and product names appearing in this document are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners.
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