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  • Page 1 RE-202 Reference Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents Preserving/Muting the Tail of an Effect when the Effect is Switched Off (CARRYOVER) ..........14 Panel Descriptions ..............3 Setting the Operation Mode for the [REPEAT RATE] Knob Top Panel ................3 (TIME MODE) ................ 15 Rear Panel ................
  • Page 3: Panel Descriptions

    Panel Descriptions Panel Descriptions Top Panel Name Function [MEMORY] Switches between or saves memories (MANUAL, 1–4). The currently selected memory number is shown by button the MANUAL and MEMORY 1–4 indicators. When using an external MIDI device to select memories 5–127, the indicators all remain dark.
  • Page 4 Panel Descriptions Name Function [REPEAT RATE] Adjusts the tape speed. The farther the knob is turned clockwise, the shorter the intervals become knob between echoes. The tone also changes along with the speed. [INTENSITY] Adjusts the echo volume (amount of feedback). Turn this all the way clockwise to make the effect oscillate. knob [ECHO VOL] Adjusts the echo volume.
  • Page 5: Rear Panel

    Panel Descriptions Rear Panel Name Function 16 INPUT A/MONO, Connect your electric guitar, keyboard, or other musical instruments and effect units to these input jacks. For mono output, connect to the A/MONO jack. 17 OUTPUT Connect your guitar amp, keyboard amp, other effect units or your mixer here. A/MONO, B When connected to both the A/MONO and B jacks, the reverb effect is heard in stereo if you apply this effect.
  • Page 6: Connecting External Pedals

    Panel Descriptions Connecting External Pedals...
  • Page 7: Turning The Power On/Off

    Panel Descriptions Turning the power on/off Once everything is properly connected, be sure to follow the procedure below to turn on their power. If you turn on equipment in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction or equipment failure. Turning the Power On Turn on the power to your amp last.
  • Page 8: Head Combinations For Each Mode

    Panel Descriptions Head Combinations for Each Mode MODE Á Á Á Á Á Á Á Á Playback head 1 Á Á Á Á Á Á Playback head 2 Á Á Á Á Á Á Á Playback head 3 Á Á Á...
  • Page 9: Saving And Switching Between Memories

    Saving and Switching Between Memories Saving and Switching Between Memories Saving to a Memory You can save the settings you’ve edited. Long-press the [MEMORY] button. The indicator of the currently selected memory number blinks, and the memory enters write standby mode. Take your finger off the [MEMORY] button.
  • Page 10: Various Settings

    Various Settings Various Settings Setting the Expression Pedal Function By connecting an expression pedal (such as the Roland EV-5, sold separately) to the CTL 1, 2/EXP jack, you can operate the top panel knobs except for the [MODE SELECTOR] knob. You can set the respective sounds for when the expression pedal is at MAX position (pushed all the way up with your toes) and at MIN position (pushed all the way down with your heel), and make continuous changes to them.
  • Page 11: Setting The Footswitch Functions (Ctl 1 Function, Ctl 2 Function)

    Various Settings Setting the Footswitch Functions (CTL 1 FUNCTION, CTL 2 FUNCTION) Here’s how to configure the functions of the footswitch connected to the CTL 1, 2/EXP jack (FS-5U, FS-6, FS-7; sold separately). Press and hold down the [TAP] switch, and turn on the power. Set the [MODE SELECTOR] knob to “6”...
  • Page 12: Turning The Direct Sound Output On/Off (Direct On/Off)

    Various Settings Turning the Direct Sound Output On/Off (DIRECT ON/OFF) You can turn the output of the direct sound off when you want to output only the effect’s sound, such as when you’re connecting this unit to the send/return of a mixer. Press and hold down the [TAP] switch, and turn on the power.
  • Page 13: Switching Between Direct Sounds (Direct Mode)

    Various Settings Switching Between Direct Sounds (DIRECT MODE) Press and hold down the [TAP] switch, and turn on the power. Turn the [MODE SELECTOR] knob to the “9” setting. Use the [MEMORY] button to select a sound. MEMORY Function Explanation indicators MANUAL Analog Bypass...
  • Page 14: Preserving/Muting The Tail Of An Effect When The Effect Is Switched Off (Carryover)

    Various Settings Preserving/Muting the Tail of an Effect when the Effect is Switched Off (CARRYOVER) This sets whether to preserve (carry over) the tail of an effect after the effect is switched off or when switching to a different memory. Press and hold down the [TAP] switch, and turn on the power.
  • Page 15: Setting The Operation Mode For The [Repeat Rate] Knob (Time Mode)

    Various Settings Setting the Operation Mode for the [REPEAT RATE] Knob (TIME MODE) You can switch the operating mode of the [REPEAT RATE] knob to change the tape speed’s adjustable range. The setting range for the tap delay time (delay time for playback head 1) also changes at the same time. Press and hold down the [TAP] switch, and turn on the power.
  • Page 16: Switching Between Reverb Types (Reverb Type)

    Various Settings Switching Between Reverb Types (REVERB TYPE) Press and hold down the [TAP] switch, and turn on the power. Turn the [MODE SELECTOR] knob to the “12” setting. Use the [MEMORY] button to select the reverb type. MEMORY indicators Reverb type MANUAL RE-201 SPRING...
  • Page 17: Setting The Maximum Value Of Memory (Memory Extent)

    Various Settings Setting the Maximum Value of MEMORY (MEMORY EXTENT) Here’s how to set the maximum value for the selectable memories. Press and hold down the [TAP] switch, and turn on the power. Turn the [MODE SELECTOR] knob to the “1” setting. Use the [MEMORY] button to set the maximum value.
  • Page 18: Midi Settings

    Various Settings MIDI Settings Press and hold down the [ON/OFF] switch, and turn on the power. Turn the [MODE SELECTOR] knob to select the parameter to set. Use the [MEMORY] button to select the setting. Press the [ON/OFF] switch to exit the settings. [MODE Indicators Setting...
  • Page 19 Various Settings [MODE Indicators Setting SELECTOR] Value Explanation that are lit knob MEMORY: 2, CH. 7 HEAD: 2 MEMORY: 3, CH. 8 HEAD: 2 MEMORY: 4, CH. 9 HEAD: 2 MEMORY: CH. 10 MANUAL, HEAD: 3 MEMORY: 1, CH. 11 HEAD: 3 MEMORY: 2, CH.
  • Page 20 Various Settings [MODE Indicators Setting SELECTOR] Value Explanation that are lit knob MEMORY: 1, HEAD: 2 MEMORY: 2, HEAD: 2 MEMORY: 3, HEAD: 2 MEMORY: 4, HEAD: 2 MEMORY: MANUAL, HEAD: 3 MEMORY: 1, HEAD: 3 MEMORY: 2, HEAD: 3 MEMORY: 3, HEAD: 3 MEMORY: 4,...
  • Page 21: Restoring The Factory Default Settings (Factory Reset)

    Restoring the Factory Default Settings (Factory Reset) Restoring the Factory Default Settings (Factory Reset) Press and hold down the [ON/OFF] switch and [TAP] switch, and turn on the power. Press the [TAP] switch. This starts the factory reset. The MEMORY indicators light up in this order: MANUALÓ1Ó2Ó3Ó4. The reset is finished once the [ON/OFF] switch lights up.
  • Page 22: Attaching The Rubber Feet

    Attaching the Rubber Feet Attaching the Rubber Feet You can attach the rubber feet (included) if necessary. Attach them in the locations shown in the illustration. * When turning the unit over, be careful so as to protect the buttons and knobs from damage. Also, handle the unit carefully; do not drop it.
  • Page 23: Main Specifications

    Sampling Frequency 48 kHz 24 bits + AF method AD Conversion * AF method (Adaptive Focus method) This is a proprietary method from Roland & BOSS that vastly improves the signal-to-noise (SN) ratio of the AD converter. DA Conversion 32 bits...
  • Page 24 Main Specifications RE-202 Reference Manual © 2022 Roland Corporation...

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