Important Notes; Using The Unit Safely - Roland VS8F-2 Owner's Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Roland VS8F-2 effect expansion board. The VS8F-2 is an
expansion board which adds effect functionality to your device. For more about equip-
ment which is able to use the VS8F-2, please contact a nearby Roland service center or your
dealer.
When the VS8F-2 is installed into your device, effect functionality will become available.
For details on installation and on the algorithms/patches which can be used, refer to the
owner's manual of your device.
The VS8F-2 cannot be used with the Roland VS-880. The Roland VS8F-1 must be used
with the VS-880.
Copyright 1997 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form with-
out the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "USING THE UNIT
SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES." 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.

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

Used for instructions
intended to alert the user to
WARNING 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.
CAUTION
* 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.
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
• Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner's
Manual.
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• Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit.
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• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this man-
ual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your
retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as
listed on the "Information."
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• Never use or store the unit in places that are:
• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near
a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are
• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are
• Humid; or are
• Dusty; or are
• Subject to high levels of vibration.
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• In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the
child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit.
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• Protect the unit from strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)
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• Before installing the VS8F-2, you must first always turn off the specified unit and
unplug its power cord.
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OWNER'S MANUAL
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.
WARNING
• Install the circuit board only into the specified unit. Remove only the specified
screws during the installation.
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IMPORTANT NOTES

In addition to the items listed under "USING THE UNIT SAFELY," please read and
observe the following:
Placement
• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices that radiate heat, leave it
inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Excessive
heat can deform or discolor the unit.
Handling the board
• To avoid the risk of damage to internal components that can be caused by static electrici-
ty, please carefully observe the following whenever you handle the board.
• Before you touch the board, always first grasp a metal object (such as a water pipe), so
you are sure that any static electricity you might have been carrying has been dis-
charged.
• When handling the board, grasp it only by its edges. Avoid touching any of the elec-
tronic components or connectors.
• Save the bag in which the board was originally shipped, and put the board back into it
whenever you need to store or transport it.
Making connections
• 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.
* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or contents of this package are sub-
ject to change without prior notice.
Information
When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as
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