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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual AC & BATTERY POWERED...
- Page 2 Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of BOSS RV-5 Digital Reverb. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (separate sheet). These sections provide important information con- cerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature pro- vided by your new unit, this manual should be read in its entirety.
- Page 3 Features ● This high-quality, multifunction digital reverb gives you the quality of a studio effect, but condensed into a compact pedal. ● Models the sound of the spring reverb from Accutronics, a name synonymous with spring reverb. The emulation on modeling is so realistic that even the sound of the oscillations re- sulting from the mutual interference between dual springs is reproduced.
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Page 4: Panel Description
Panel Description fig.01 1. AC Adaptor Jack Accepts connection of an AC Adaptor (op- tionally available BOSS PSA-Series). By us- ing an AC Adaptor, you can play without being concerned about how much battery power you have left. * As soon as you connect the AC adaptor, the unit is turned on. - Page 5 2. CHECK Indicator This indicator shows whether an effect is ON/OFF, and also doubles as the Battery Check indicator. The indicator lights when an effect is ON. * If this indicator goes dim or no longer lights while an effect is ON, the battery is near exhaustion and should be replaced immediately.
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Page 6: Pedal Switch
Panel Description 5. Pedal Switch Used for switching effects on/off, and for in- putting the tempo. 6. Thumbscrew When this screw is loosened, the pedal will open, allowing you to change the battery. * For instructions on changing the battery, refer to “Changing the Battery”... -
Page 7: Mode Switch
8. TONE Knob This adjusts the tone of the reverb sound. The more you turn the knob to the right (clockwise) of center (standard), the brighter the sound becomes; turn the knob to the left of center to create a sound with greater warmth. - Page 8 Connections fig.03 OUT DC 9V/200mA Guitar Amplifier * Be sure to lower the output level of any device being connected. AC adaptor BOSS PSA-series (option) Keyboard Electric Guitar...
- Page 9 * When running the unit on battery power, inserting a plug into the INPUT-A (MONO) or INPUT-B Jack will automatically switch the unit on. * 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 type.
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Page 10: Operating The Unit
Operating the Unit fig.05 1. When you have made the necessary con- nections (p. 8), depress the pedal switch to turn the effect on. (the CHECK indica- tor turns red.) * The unit’s functions differ according to how it is connected. - Page 11 Outputting Only the Effect By plugging into INPUT-B, you can have only the effect sound be output (the direct sound is not output). * When the effect is off, the output from OUTPUT-A and OUTPUT-B is muted. Mixer * Make sure the input/output levels of devices being connected are matched appropriately. * When using a guitar amp to send/return the direct sound as well, connect to INPUT-A (MONO).
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Page 12: Changing The Battery
Changing the Battery When the indicator goes dim or no longer lights while an effect is on, it means that the battery is nearly dead and must be replaced. Replace the battery following the steps below. * The use of an AC adaptor is recommended as the unit’s power consumption is relatively high. -
Page 13: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Power won’t come on / CHECK indicator doesn’t light: ● Is the specified adaptor (PSA-series; sold separately) properly connected? Check the connection once more (p. 8). * Never use any AC adapter other than one specified for use with the RV-5. ●... -
Page 14: Sound Is Distorted
Troubleshooting No sound / Low volume: ● Is the RV-5 properly connected to your instrument? Check the connection once more (p. 8). ● Is the volume turned down on any guitar amp or effects device you have connect- Check the settings of the connected device. ●... -
Page 15: Setting Samples
Setting Samples Spring Reverb You can derive more of the spring reverb’s char- acteristic ambience by muting the lower strings. Bright Reverb Concert Hall Deep Reverb... -
Page 16: Chorus Effect
Setting Samples Room Garage Sound Fat Sound Effective when TIME is matched with the phrase’s tempo. This yields an even fatter sound when used in combination with distortion effects. Chorus Effect Adds a sense of greater breadth and depth to ar- peggios played with a clean sound. -
Page 17: Specifications
Specifications RV-5: Digital Reverb Nominal Input Level ... -20 dBu Input Impedance ... 1 MΩ Nominal Output Level ... -20 dBu Output Impedance... 1 kΩ Recommended Load Impedance ... 10 kΩ or greater Residual Noise... -93 dBu (IHF-A, Typ.): All knobs at center position Controls ... - Page 18 Specifications Current Draw ... 50 mA (DC 9 V) Dimensions ... 73 (W) x 129 (D) x 59 (H) mm Weight..440 g / 1 lb (including Battery) Accessories ... Owner’s Manual Options ... AC Adaptor PSA-Series * 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.
- Page 19 This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC. 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.
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