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Roland DB-500 Owner's Manual

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D-Bass Amplifier
DB-500
OWNER'S MANUAL
Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland DB-500 bass amplifier.
201b
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS" (p. 2), "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" (p. 3), and "IMPORTANT
NOTES" (p.4). These sections provide important information concerning the
proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have
gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, OWNER'S
MANUAL should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on
hand as a convenient reference.
Contents
USING THE UNIT SAFELY ................................. 3
IMPORTANT NOTES .......................................... 4
Introduction ........................................................ 5
Main Features..................................................................................... 5
Before You Use the DB-500 .............................................................. 5
Button Names and Functions ........................... 6
Front panel.......................................................................................... 6
Rear panel ........................................................................................... 7
Connect your DB-500......................................... 9
Turn the power on and off ............................................................... 9
The Memory Function...................................... 10
Calling Up Memory ........................................................................ 10
Appendixes....................................................... 11
Block diagram .................................................................................. 11
Factory-default Settings.................................................................. 11
Returning to the Factory-default Settings.................................... 11
Sample Settings................................................................................ 12
Specifications.................................................................................... 14
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Copyright © 1999 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form
without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    D-Bass Amplifier DB-500 OWNER’S MANUAL Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland DB-500 bass amplifier. 201b Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (p. 2), “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 3), and “IMPORTANT NOTES”...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS.

  • Page 3: Using The Unit Safely

    • Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" page.

  • Page 4: Important Notes

    IMPORTANT NOTES 291b In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S ” a n d “ U S I N G T H E U N I T SAFELY”...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    MEMO What’s FFP (Feed Forward Processing) Technology? FFP is innovative technology from Roland that predicts how to obtain optimal operation for the amplifier, cabinet, speaker, and respective input signals that make up the bass amp system. By performing signal processing based on these predictions, it obtains maximum performance from each of these components.

  • Page 6: Button Names And Functions

    When you turn this switch on, the mid- and high-frequency response will emulate the characteristics of a 15 inch (38 cm) speaker. 5. Equalizer The DB-500 comes with a three-band equalizer. You can change midrange frequencies, so it’s possible to create a wide variety of sounds. BASS Knob This adjusts the tone of the bass range.

  • Page 7: Rear Panel

    TREBLE Knob This adjusts the tone of the treble range. 6. D-Chorus Thanks to dynamic band-splitting processing according to input signals, you can perform with a chorus effect with no loss in bass-range response. INTENSITY Knob This adjusts the amount of chorus that’s applied. When you don’t want to use a chorus effect, set this to “Off”...
  • Page 8 NOTE foot switches. Use with one plug empty may result in unstable operation. When using the amp with a single foot switch, use a NOTE monaural cord to connect the foot switch. In this case, this switches between memory A and memory B. Also MANUAL button does not function.

  • Page 9: Connect Your Db-500

    Connect your DB-500 Refer to the following diagram and connect the DB-500 to the external eqipment you are using. fig. 5 (connection with an external instrument) Foot switches * To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.

  • Page 10: The Memory Function

    The Memory Function Calling Up Memory 1. Press the MEMORY A or MEMORY B button to choose the memory you want. For more on the factory-default settings for memory A and memory B, see “Factory-default Settings” (p. 11). You can also choose a memory using the foot switch. NOTE When doing so, however, be aware that the MEMORY A and MEMORY B buttons do not function.

  • Page 11: Appendixes

    Appendixes Block diagram fig. 7 (block diagram of jack locations) INPUT SEND RETURN BALANCED DI INSERT LINE OUT Factory-default Settings Memory A: Slap Sound Compressed, mid-cut sound used in New York studios. Adjust the COMPRESSION knob to your taste. fig. 8 (setting 1) (OFF) Memory B: Crunch Sound Slightly distorted sound suited for finger picking with a rear pickup.

  • Page 12: Sample Settings

    Appendixes Samle Settings In addition to the default settings, the following sample settings (which are geared toward specific styles of playing) are also provided. Once you call up the following sample settings, any settings you’ve stored at Memory A and B will be lost. NOTE Sample 1 Hold down the MEMORY A button while you switch on the power.
  • Page 13 Appendixes Sample 2 Hold down the MEMORY B button while you switch on the power. Then, select either the MEMORY A button or the MEMORY B button. MEMORY A: Chorus Sound 2 Transparent chorus sound suited for slapping or flat-picking. Modulation amount can be controlled with the D-CHORUS INTENSITY knob.

  • Page 14: Specifications

    Rated Power Output 160 W / 8 ohms Nominal Input Level (@1KHz) INPUT HIGH -30 dBm/1 M ohms INPUT LOW -20 dBm/300 k ohms (AMP TYPE: SOLID STATE) INSERT RETURN +4 dBm Nominal Output Level BALANCED DI +4 dBm INSERT SEND...
  • Page 15 This product complies with the requirements of European Directives EMC 89/336/EEC and LVD 73/23/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.
  • Page 16 Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. INDIA ARGENTINA Rivera Digitec (India) Pvt. Ltd. Instrumentos Musicales S.A. 409, Nirman Kendra, Florida 656 2nd Floor off Dr. Edwin Moses Road,...

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