Boss ES-5 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

Main features

The ES-5 is a switching system that lets you connect eect pedals and other eect units, and then store and recall up to 200 dierent combinations of them.

It also provides a wide variety of external control functions for controlling your amp and eects in real time.

Panel Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Rear Panel (Connecting Your Equipment) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Top Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Attaching the Rubber Feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Turning the Power On and O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Switching the Play Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Saving/Recalling a Combination of Eect Units (Memory Mode)

Patch Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Switching Between Memory and Manual Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Saving a Patch (Patch Write) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Recalling a Patch (Patch Change) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Creating a Patch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Tips for Creating Patches (Sounds) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Changing the Eect Loop Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Changing the Eect Loop Connection Order. . . . . . . . . . . 8

Making a Parallel Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Specifying Carryover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Editing the Settings of a Patch (Memory Edit Mode) . . . . . . . . . 9

Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Parameter List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Advanced Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Adjusting the Level of Each Patch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Switching the Amp’s Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Changing the BOSS DD-7’s Delay Time for Each Patch . . . . . . . . 16

Using the External Footswitch (BOSS FS-7’s B Switch) to Turn

Delay On/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Using the External Footswitch (BOSS FS-7’s A Switch) to

Change the Delay Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Applying Phaser Only While the Currently Selected Number

Switch Is Held Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Switching a MIDI-Equipped Eect Unit’s Memory When a

Patch Is Changed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Using the Expression Pedal to Control a MIDI-Equipped Eect

Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Connecting a Wah or Fuzz (Input Buer O ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Main Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

USING THE UNIT SAFELY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

IMPORTANT NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Making Global Settings (System Setting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

List of Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Patch/Data Operations (Utility) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Copying a Patch (Patch Copy) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Exchanging Patches (Patch Exchange). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Initializing a Patch (Patch Init) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Copying a Bank (Bank Copy) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Exchanging Banks (Bank Exchange) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Copying a Group (Group Copy) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Exchanging Groups (Group Exchange) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Transmitting Data to an External MIDI Device (Bulk Dump) . . . 13

Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Before using this unit, carefully read “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (leaet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and Owner’s Manual (p.

21)). After reading, keep the document(s) including those sections where it will be available for immediate reference.

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Panel Descriptions

Rear Panel (Connecting Your Equipment)

NOTE

To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn o all the units before making any connections.

SEND 1–5, RETURN 1–5 jacks

These jacks provide eect loops. Signals are sent from SEND 1–5 jacks to each eect unit, and the signals from each

eect unit are received at the RETURN 1–5 jacks.

Connect the SEND 1–5 jacks to the INPUT jack of each eect unit, and connect the OUTPUT jack of each eect unit to the RETURN 1–5 jacks.

SENDRETURN SENDRETURN

What is an eect loop?

This is a connection in which an eect device is connected via send and return jacks. The ES-5 provides ve eect loops, 1–5.

INPUT jack

Connect your guitar or bass to this jack.

TUNER jack

This jack is for connecting an external tuner.

The signal that is input from the INPUT jack is output from this jack even if mute is on.

OUTPUT jack

This is the output jack. Pressing the [MUTE] switch mutes the

output from the OUTPUT jack.

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Panel Descriptions

EXT CTL jacks

CTL 1/2, 3/4 jacks

These are control jacks for latch or momentary operation.

You can use them to control various things such as switching amp channels or turning reverb on/o.

If you’re using an eect device that’s equipped with a footswitch jack, connect that jack here.

Each of these jacks can accommodate a stereo 1/4” plug (TRS) to make the appropriate connection to the device you’re controlling.

* If 1/4” plug cables are connected, only

CTL 1 and CTL 3 are available.

TIP RING

RETURN

CTL 1

CTL 3

CTL 2

CTL 4

SEND

MIDI connectors

Connect an external MIDI device here to transmit and receive MIDI messages.

The operation of the MIDI OUT/THRU connectors depends on the system settings (p. 12).

MIDI device

DC IN jack

Connect the included AC adaptor here.

The power turns on when you plug the connected AC adaptor into an AC outlet.

CTL IN jack

These let you control eect units or amps that are connected to the EXT CTL

jacks.

To use this as EXP jack

Connect an expression pedal (such as the Roland EV-5).

To use this as CTL 1/2 jack

Connect a footswitch.

FS-5U x 2

Mode/Polarity switch

FS-5U

FS-6

FS-7

Stereo 1/4” phone type

. /

1/4” phone type

RINGTIP

CTL 1 CTL 2

NOTE

5 This instrument is equipped with balanced

5 Use only the specied expression pedal (FV-500H, FV-500L, Roland

FS-5U x 1

1/4” phone type

. /

1/4” phone type

CTL 1

(TRS) type jacks. Wiring diagrams for these jacks are shown below. Make connections after rst checking the wiring diagrams of other equipment you intend to connect.

EV-5; sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.

FS-6

Stereo 1/4” phone type

. /

Stereo 1/4” phone type

CTL 2 CTL 1

FS-7

Stereo 1/4” phone type

. /

Stereo 1/4” phone type

CTL 2

CTL 1

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Panel Descriptions

Top Panel

[EDIT] button

Press this to make patch settings or system settings.

[DISPLAY/EXIT] button

Press this to switch the play screen, to cancel an operation, or to return to the previous screen.

Lock function

When you press the [DISPLAY/EXIT] button and [ENTER] button simultaneously to activate Lock function, all buttons will be disabled.

This prevents settings from being changed when you inadvertently press a button. The Lock function turns o when you press the two buttons simultaneously once again.

Display

The ES-5 shows various information here.

[WRITE] button

Press this to save patch settings.

[ENTER] button

Press this to conrm an operation.

What is memory mode?

In this mode, you can select “patches,” where each patch is a combination of eect loops and various settings.

You can select from 200 patches by using the buttons or switches to specify the group, bank, and number.

What is manual mode?

In this mode you can turn the eect loops (1–5) on/o individually.

[–] [+] buttons

Use these to edit the value of a setting.

* Hold down one button while pressing the

other button to make the value change rapidly.

[K] [J] buttons

Use these to move the cursor or to select a category or parameter.

LOCKED!

Number switches [1]–[5]

Use these to select a patch number. The indicator of the currently selected number is lit blue.

In manual mode, these switches turn each eect loop (1–5) on/o individually. When an eect loop is on, its number indicator is lit red.

MEMO

You can also assign a dierent function to each switch (p.

10).

[BANK] switch

In memory mode, use this switch to change banks. Each time you press the switch, you’ll cycle through the banks in the order of 102030405010...

If you hold down this switch for two seconds or longer, you’ll switch between memory mode (indicator lit blue) and manual mode (indicator lit red).

If you like, you can make this indicator blink in time with the tempo (p. 12).

* You can also change the way in which banks are switched (p. 12).

[MUTE] switch

Mutes the sound that is output from the ES-5. If mute is on, the indicator is lit blue. Hold down the switch for two seconds or longer to enter the bypass state (indicator lit red); the

input is output without change.

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Panel Descriptions

Attaching the Rubber Feet

You can attach the rubber feet (included) if necessary.

Attach the rubber feet in alignment with the marks on the bottom of the unit.

* When turning the unit over, be careful so as to protect the buttons

and switches from damage. Also, handle the unit carefully; do not drop it.

* If the rubber feet are not attached correctly, the unit may be

deformed when you press the switches.

Turning the Power On and O

Once everything is properly connected (p. 2), 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.

When powering up: Turn on the power to your guitar amp

When powering down: Turn o the power to your guitar amp

last.

rst.

Switching the Play Screen

The screen that appears when you turn on the power is called the “play screen,” and the state in which the play screen is shown is called “play mode.”

There are ve types of play screen as shown in the following illustration, and you can use the [DISPLAY/EXIT] button to switch between them.

111 BOSS ES-5

Patch name screen

Master BPM

Ì=120

Loop On/O screen

Loop structure screen

CTL out screen

Patch number screen

MEMO

Even in play mode, you can use the [K] [J] buttons and [–] [+] buttons to edit the settings.

To save your edited settings, use the patch write (p. 6) operation.

NOTE

The explanations in this manual include illustrations that depict what should typically be shown by the display. Note, however, that your unit may incorporate a newer, enhanced version of the system (e.g., includes newer sounds), so what you actually see in the display may not always match what appears in the manual.

111 BOSS ES-5 5 * 3 * 1

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C1 |C2 |C3 |C4 ON|OFF| Ì |120 _

BOSS ES-5

_ Ì=120

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Saving/Recalling a Combination of Eect Units (Memory Mode)

“Memory mode” is the mode in which you can save combinations of eect loops (patches) in the ES-5, and recall those saved settings. In contrast to memory mode, “manual mode” is the mode in which you can use the switches to turn each eect loop on/o manually.

Patch Structure

A “patch” consists of a combination of eect loops (each eect loop’s on/o status and connection order) and parameter settings.

Patches are organized by group (1–8), bank (1–5), and number (1–5). You can store 200 patches.

Patch 855

Patch 113

Patch 112

Patch 111

Group

Bank

Number

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(Group/Bank/Number)

Group

Bank

Number

BOSS ES-5 Ì=120

Switching Between Memory and Manual Modes

Saving a Patch (Patch Write)

NOTE

5 The patch you created is lost if you turn o the power or switch

patches before performing the patch write operation.

5 When you perform the patch write operation, the patch that was

in the save-destination is lost.

1. Press the [WRITE] button.

111 Patch name

2. Use the [

save-destination group/bank/patch number.

* You can also use the [BANK] switch and number switches [1]–[5]

3. Press the [ENTER] button.

4. Use the [

patch name.

* If you decide to cancel the patch write operation, press the

5. Press the [WRITE] button or the [ENTER] button.

The display indicates “Executing...,” and then the previous display reappears when patch write is completed.

] [J] buttons and [–] [+] buttons to select the

to select the bank number and patch number.

] [J] buttons and [–] [+] buttons to assign a

[DISPLAY/EXIT] button several times.

1. Hold down the [BANK] switch for two seconds or longer.

Each time you press this switch, you alternate between memory mode and manual mode.

5 In memory mode, the BANK (MEMORY/MANUAL) indicator is lit

blue.

5 In manual mode, the BANK (MEMORY/MANUAL) indicator is lit

red.

In manual mode

Pressing the number switches [1]–[5] turns each eect loop on/o.

5 The number indicator is lit red if the corresponding eect loop is

on, and unlit if that eect loop is o.

111 BOSS ES-5 5 * 3 * 1

1, 3, 5 On

2, 4 O

MEMO

5 You can write a patch from either memory mode or manual

mode.

5 When you write a patch, the ES-5 switches to memory mode.

Recalling a Patch (Patch Change)

1. Use the [

group.

2. Use the [BANK] switch to select a bank.

3. Use the number switches [1]–[5] to select a patch.

] [J] buttons and [–] [+] buttons to select a

MEMO

5 In the patch name screen and patch number screen of Play

mode, you can use the [K] [J] buttons and [–] [+] buttons to select a patch.

5 You can choose whether pressing the [BANK] switch cycles

through banks 1–5, or whether banks 1–5 are selected by pressing the [BANK] switch and then pressing one of the number switches [1]–[5]. For details on how to make this setting, refer to “Making Global Settings (System Setting)” (p. 12).

5 You can specify whether the next patch is selected as soon as you

use the [BANK] switch to change banks, or whether the patch is not changed until you then press a number switch. For details on how to make this setting, refer to “Making Global Settings (System Setting)” (p. 12).

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Creating a Patch

Block Diagram

The ES-5 uses an “analog switch array” that lets you freely change the connection order of your eect units. It also contains an internal mixer, and lets you create a wide range of sounds by connecting eect units in parallel or using the “Carryover” function.

Carryover

This function cuts only the input while leaving the output connected when you change patches. For example, you can use this to allow just the delay sound to remain when switching patches.

Tips for Creating Patches (Sounds)

Using the internal mixer is important in order to take advantage of the ES-5’s unique features, such as the ability to connect loops in parallel and use the Carryover function. Understanding how to use the mixer will make it even more enjoyable to create patches (sounds).

NOTE

5 The same mixer is used for parallel connections and for Carryover. This means that depending on the settings, you might not be able to use a

parallel connection, or that Carryover might not work.

5 If you connect a loop in parallel or if you use the Carryover function, the mixer is congured appropriately for the parallel connections or Carryover

settings. If you turn on the mixer without specifying parallel connections or Carryover, the mixer is congured immediately before the output.

Parallel connection

: Mixer

Using the Carryover function

This lets you preserve the sound (e.g., delay sound) when you switch patches.

5 Before the patch change

Delay

5 After the patch change

The send to the delay loop is cut, and only the return is mixed with the direct sound.

’

Delay sound

Delay

’

Direct sound

* To use the Carryover function, enable Carryover for the patch that

follows the patch change.

* Carryover might not work if the Loop Structure (p. 9) settings

dier before and after the patch change.

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Creating a Patch

Changing the Eect Loop Settings

In the Loop Structure screen you can make the following settings.

5 Change the connection order of the eect loops 5 Create a parallel connection 5 Specify Carryover

Loop Structure screen

The Loop Structure screen shows the following content.

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INPUT

1– 5

Loop number A loop for which Carryover is specied

–

OUTPUT

Changing the Eect Loop Connection Order

Before the change

Making a Parallel Connection

Example: Connect eect loops 2 and 3 in parallel

4. Use the [

point of the parallel connection, and press the [ENTER] button.

Move the cursor between eect loops 2 and 4, and press the [ENTER] button; the parallel loop is created.

* Depending on the settings, there might be cases in which parallel

5. Use the [

you want to change.

Move the cursor to eect loop 3.

6. Use the [–] button to move the loop number.

When you press the [–] button three times to move eect loop 3, eect loops 2 and 3 are connected in parallel.

] [J] buttons to move the cursor to the merge

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connection is not possible (p. 7).

] button to select the loop whose connection

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Split pointMerge point

INPUTOUTPUT

Example: Change the order of eect loops 2 and 3

1. In play mode, press the [DISPLAY/EXIT] button several

times to access the Loop Structure screen.

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2. Use the [

connection you want to change.

Move the cursor to eect loop 2.

] [J] buttons to select the loop whose

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3. Use the [–] [+] buttons to move the loop number.

When you press the [–] button, eect loops 2 and 3 change places.

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Cancelling a Parallel Connection

Use the [K] [J] buttons to move the cursor to the merge point of the parallel connection, and press the [ENTER] button; the parallel connection is cancelled.

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Specifying Carryover

Example: You can specify Carryover for eect loop 5

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] [J] buttons to select the loop for which you

7. Use the [

want to specify Carryover, and press the [ENTER] button.

Move the cursor to eect loop 5 and press the [ENTER] button; Carryover is specied.

* Depending on the settings, there are cases in which Carryover

does not work (p. 7).

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Creating a Patch

Editing the Settings of a Patch (Memory Edit Mode)

MEMO

Once you’re in memory edit mode, you won’t be able to switch between memory mode and manual mode.

Also, the number switches [1]–[5] will turn each eect loop on/ o.

Basic Operation

1. Recall the patch that you want to edit.

2. Press the [EDIT] button.

3. Use the [

press the [ENTER] button.

(Example)

4. Use the [

the [ENTER] button.

(Example)

5. Use the [

[+] buttons to specify its value.

6. To save the edited settings, write the patch.

To cancel without saving, press the [DISPLAY/EXIT] button several times.

] [J] buttons to select “Patch” or “CTL/EXP,” and

Loop On/Off [ENTER]

] [J] buttons to select a parameter, and press

Input Buffer ON _

] [J] buttons to move the cursor, and use the [–]

Parameter List

Patch

Parameter Value/Explanation

Patch Name Up to 12 characters

You can turn each eect loop on/o. When on, a “

* You can also turn them on/o by pressing the number

Loop On/O

Loop Structure Carryover

C1–4

Input Buer

Mixer Sw

Mixer Gain

Master BPM

switches [1]–[5].

5 4 3 2 1

You can make the following settings. For details on operation, refer to “Changing the Eect Loop Settings” (p. 8).

5 Connection order of each eect loop 5 Parallel connection settings 5 Carryover setting

* Depending on the settings, there are cases in which parallel

connection is not possible, or in which Carryover does not work.

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Specify the control signals that are sent from the EXT CTL CTL 1/2, 3/4 jacks when you switch patches.

The available control signals depend on the Play Option/C1–4 setting (p. 12). For LAT

OFF Sends “o” ON Sends “on” For PLS, INV

OFF

For TP2–4 OFF Sends nothing

ª–˜

20–500 Turns the input buer on/o. ON, OFF Turns the mixer on/o. If you connect a loop in parallel or use the Carryover function, the mixer turns on automatically. ON, OFF This is the output gain of the mixer. It is available only if Mixer Sw is ON.

* If Mixer Sw is ON, the signal is output through the ES-5’s op-

amp.

* If Input Buer is o and all eect loops are o, turning Mixer

Sw on might lower the volume.

-12 dB, -9 dB, -6 dB, -3 dB, 0 dB, +3 dB, +6 dB Species the patch’s BPM. 20–500

” icon is shown.

Sends a short (100 ms) pulse when changing between “o” and “on.”

* If the display of the ES-5 diers from the

state of the connected equipment, switch the state of the connected equipment.

Sends tempo at the interval of the specied note value according to the Master BPM value

* Depending on the Master BPM setting,

there are cases in which this cannot be sent.

Sends the specied tempo (¸=)

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Creating a Patch

Parameter Value/Explanation

Patch MIDI 1–8

* When the Patch MIDI screen is displayed, pressing the [ENTER] button transmits all

of the MIDI messages that are assigned in Patch MIDI 1–8.

LSB MSB

Ctl1–2 CC#

Ctl1–2 Val

Species the transmit channel for MIDI messages. OFF (not transmitted), 1–16 Species whether bank select messages are transmitted when you switch patches.

* It is not possible to turn on only Bank LSB.

* Not transmitted if PC is OFF.

* It is not possible to transmit only bank select. Bank select is

always transmitted in conjunction with program change. OFF Not transmitted. 0–127 The specied value is transmitted. Species whether a program change is transmitted when you switch patches. OFF Not transmitted. 1–128 The specied value is transmitted. Species whether a control change is transmitted when you switch patches. OFF Not transmitted. CC#000–127 The specied control change is transmitted. Species the value of the control change. 0–127

CTL/EXP

Parameter Value/Explanation

BANK, MUTE, NUMBER 1–5, CTL IN 1–2

* If the Preference (p. 12) parameter is set to SYS, the screen indicates (SYS).

Func

Min, Max

Mod

Specify the function of the [BANK] switch, [MUTE] switch, number switches [1]–[5], and footswitches connected to the CTL IN jack.

* If Patch Slct Mod (p. 12) is set to MODE 2, BnkM/BnkD/BnkU

wait for the bank to be selected. OFF Pressing the switch does nothing.

MemM

Mute [MUTE] switch

BnkM

GrpD, GrpU

BnkD, BnkU

MemD, MemU

Num1–5 Number switches [1]–[5]

Ctl1–4

BPM Tap the switch to control the master BPM. Specify the values that are sent when the switch is pressed (Max) and released (Min).

* These settings are available only when Func is Ctl1–4. OFF Sends “o” ON Sends “on” Species the operation of the switch.

* These settings are available only when Func is Ctl1–4.

MOM

TGL

Switches between memory mode and manual mode.

Change banks

5 10203040501... 5 Hold down for two seconds to switch

between memory/manual modes

Change groups

5 GrpD: 807060...108... 5 GrpU: 102030...801...

Change banks

5 BnkD: 50403020105... 5 BnkU: 10203040501...

Change patches

5 MemD: 8550111 5 MemU: 1110855

A control signal is sent from the corresponding EXT CTL jack CTL 1/2, 3/4.

Normally o; on only while the switch is being operated. Alternates on/o each time the switch is operated.

Parameter Value/Explanation

EXP IN

* If the Preference (p. 12) parameter is set to SYS, the screen indicates (SYS).

Func

Min, Max

Assign (A) 1–8

Src

Mod

Cate Selects the Target category. Target Species the parameter to be controlled.

Min Max

CC#

Act L Act H

Trig

Tim

Specify the function of the expression pedal connected to the CTL IN jack. OFF Operating the pedal does nothing. BPM Use the pedal to control Master BPM. Specify the values that are sent when the pedal is advanced (Max) and returned (Min).

* This can be set only if Func is BPM. (Min) 20–500, (Max) 20–500

Turns the assignment on/o.

ON, OFF

Species the controller (source). CTL1, 2 A footswitch connected to a CTL IN jack Mute [MUTE] switch Bank [Bank] switch Num1–5 Number switches [1]–[5] CNum Currently selected number switch

EXP

INT

WAV

CC000–127

Species the operation of the controller.

MOM

TGL

Species the range of change for the parameter. The values will depend on the parameter that’s assigned by Target. Species the transmit channel for control changes. 1–16 Species the controller number that is transmitted. 000–127 Within the operating range of the source, this species the range that will control the target parameter.

(L) 0–126 (H) 1–127

Species how the motion of the internal pedal will be triggered. PAT When the patch is switched

ExpL, ExpM, ExpH

CTL1, 2 A footswitch connected to a CTL IN jack Mute [MUTE] switch Bank [BANK] switch Num1–5 Number switches [1]–[5] CNum Currently selected number switch

CC000–127

Species the time over which the internal pedal will move from the released (heel) position to the depressed (toe) position. 0–100

An expression pedal connected to a CTL IN jack.

Internal pedal

The virtual expression pedal will begin operating when started by the specied trigger (Trig), modifying the parameter specied by “ Target.”

Wave pedal

The virtual expression pedal will cyclically modify the parameter specied by “Target” in a xed wave form.

Control change number from an external MIDI device

The value will normally be o (minimum value), and will be on (maximum value) only while the control is being operated. The value will toggle between o (minimum) and on (maximum) each time the control is operated.

For details, refer to “Target List” (p. 11).

The target parameter will be controlled within the range specied. Normally, you should leave Act L at “0” and Act H at “127.”

When an expression pedal connected to a CTL IN jack (EXP) enters the following status

ExpL Minimum

Advance the pedal through the

ExpM

central value

ExpH Maximum

When the specied controller number is received

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Parameter Value/Explanation

Select one of the following curves to specify the change

produced by the internal pedal.

Crv

Species the time for one cycle of the wave pedal.

Rate

Form

*1 Shown if Cate is set to MIDI. *2 Shown if Src is set to INT. *3 Shown if Src is set to WAV.

ª–˜

, 0–100

Select one of the following to specify the change produced by

the wave pedal.

Target List

Target Min/Max Explanation

When Cate is set to LOOP

L1–5

When Cate is set to E.CTL

CTL1–4

When Cate is set to MODE

MemM

Mute

Byps

When Cate is set to MIDI

000–127

When Cate is set to BPM

MstBPM

Tap

When Cate is set to LED

Mute, Bank, Num1–5

OFF, ON OFF, ON

MEM, MAN MEM, MAN OFF, ON OFF, ON OFF, ON OFF, ON

0–127 0–127

20–500 20–500 OFF, ON OFF, ON

OFF, ON OFF, ON

Eect loop on/o

Switches the setting of the jack.

Switches between memory mode and manual mode.

Mute on/o

Bypass on/o

The control change value is transmitted from the MIDI OUT connector.

Master BPM

Uses tap operations to set the Master BPM.

Lights or turns o the indicator of the controller that is set to Target.

Creating a Patch

If this is set to a note value, a time corresponding to the “Master BPM” value specied for each patch is assigned.

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Making Global Settings (System Setting)

Settings that are shared by the entire ES-5 are called “system settings.”

1. Press the [EDIT] button.

2. Use the [

category (Play Option–Others), and then press the [ENTER] button.

] [J] buttons to select the system setting

Play Option [ENTER]

Switch Mode PUSH

List of Parameters

Parameter Value/Explanation

Category: Play Option

Switch Mode

Bank Chg Mode

C1–4

Bank Extent Min, Max

Patch Chg Time

Patch Slct Mod

Beat Indicator

Species the timing at which the bank or patch is changed when you operate the switch.

PUSH

RELEASE

Species how patches are switched.

* Regardless of the Bank Chg Mode setting, the group is

switched immediately.

WAIT

IMMEDIATE

Species the operation of the EXT CTL CTL 1/2, 3/4 jacks. LAT (Latch) Latch operation

PLS

INV

TP2 (Tap 2)

TP3 (Tap 3)

TP4 (Tap 4)

Specify the lower and upper limit of the banks that can be selected. Only the specied range of banks are available for selection. (Min) 1–5, (Max) 1–5 Species the mute time when switching patches. 0–10 Species how patches are switched.

MODE1

MODE2

If this is ON, the BANK (MEMORY/MANUAL) indicator blinks in time with the Master BPM (p. 9) setting. OFF, ON

The change happens when you press the switch. The change happens when you release the switch.

Although the indication in the display is updated to reect the change in the bank when a [BANK] switch is pressed, the patch will not change until a number switch has been pressed. The patch switches instantly when a [BANK] switch or any of the number switch is pressed.

Send a pulse when changing patches

PLS

Patch change Patch change

INV

Patch change Patch change

Turns on/o twice at the Master BPM setting when the patch changes Turns on/o three times at the Master BPM setting when the patch changes Turns on/o four times at the Master BPM setting when the patch changes

Each time the [BANK] switch is pressed, cycle through 102030405010… Press the [BANK] switch and then press a number switch [1]–[5] to switch to banks 1–5.

3. Use the [

] [J] buttons to select a parameter, and then

press the [ENTER] button.

Switch Mode PUSH _

4. Use the [–] [+] buttons to specify the value.

5. Press the [DISPLAY/EXIT] button several times to return to

the play screen.

Parameter Value/Explanation

Category: Preference

Input Buer

BANK, MUTE, NUMBER 1–5, CTL IN 1–2, EXP IN

Category: MIDI Setting

MIDI Out Mode

Rx Ch

Dev ID

Sync

Clock Out

Category: PC Map

Bank 0/PC# 1/ Memory

| Bank 1/PC#128/

Memory

Category: Others

LCD Contrast

Pol Exp

Pol C1, C2

Species whether the input buer uses the setting of each patch or the system setting.

PAT The settings of each patch are used. OFF, ON Turns the input buer on/o. Specify whether the functions of the [BANK] switch, [MUTE] switch, number switches [1]–[5], and CTL IN jack use the settings of each patch or the system setting. PAT The settings of each patch are used. SYS The settings of system settings are used.

Selects the operation of the MIDI OUT/THRU connector. OUT Operates as a MIDI OUT connector.

THRU

Species the MIDI channel on which MIDI messages are received. 1–16 Species the device ID used to transmit and receive exclusive messages. 1–32 This setting determines the basis used for synchronizing the timing for tempo and other time-based parameters.

* When synchronizing performances to the MIDI Clock signal

from an external MIDI device, timing problems in the performance may occur due to errors in the MIDI Clock.

INT Synchronize with the ES-5’s internal clock.

AUTO

Species whether MIDI clock messages are transmitted. ON, OFF

You can use the “program change table” to freely specify the correspondence between program change messages received by the ES-5 and the patches that are selected.

111–855

Adjust the contrast (brightness) of the display. 1–10 Specify the polarity of the CTL IN EXP jack.

Specify the polarity of the CTL IN CTL 1/2 jack. ST If a BOSS footswitch is connected

Operates as a MIDI THRU connector. MIDI data received at MIDI IN is mixed with the

MIDI data of the ES-5, and output together.

Synchronize with MIDI clock received via MIDI. However, automatically synchronize with the ES-5’s internal clock if MIDI clock messages cannot be received.

Specify the group/bank/number of the patch that is selected when “bank select MSB + program number” are received.

* Bank select LSB is ignored.

If a Roland or BOSS expression pedal is connected If pressing or releasing the connected expression pedal produces the opposite result from what is expected

If pressing or releasing the connected footswitch produces the opposite result from what is expected

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Patch/Data Operations (Utility)

1. Press the [EDIT] button.

2. Use the [

3. Use the [

] [J] buttons to select “Utility” and press the [ENTER] button.

] [J] buttons to select the desired item, and press the [ENTER] button.

Copying a Patch (Patch Copy)

Patch Copy 111 Ã 855 _

Select the copy-source and copy-destination patches, and press the [ENTER] button.

* The copy-destination patch is overwritten.

Exchanging Patches (Patch Exchange)

Patch Exchange 111 ÅÃ 855 _

Select the exchange-source and exchange-destination patches, and press the [ENTER] button.

Initializing a Patch (Patch Init)

Patch Init 111 _

Select a patch that you want to initialize, and press the [ENTER] button. When the conrmation message appears, press the [ENTER] button once again.

Copying a Bank (Bank Copy)

Bank Copy 11 Ã 85 _

Select the copy-source and copy-destination bank, and press the [ENTER] button.

* All patches in the copy-destination bank are overwritten.

Exchanging Banks (Bank Exchange)

Bank Exchange 11 ÅÃ 85 _

Select the exchange-source and exchange-destination banks, and press the [ENTER] button.

Copying a Group (Group Copy)

Group Copy 1 Ã 8 _

Select the copy-source and copy-destination group, and press the [ENTER] button.

* All patches in the copy-destination group are overwritten.

Exchanging Groups (Group Exchange)

Group Exchange 1 ÅÃ 8 _

Select the exchange-source and exchange-destination groups, and press the [ENTER] button.

Transmitting Data to an External MIDI Device (Bulk Dump)

Bulk Dump Frm:Sys To:855 _

Frm (From) To

Sys, 111–855 111–855, Sys (*1)

Shown if Frm is set to Sys.

With the ES-5, you can use Exclusive messages to set another ES-5 to the same settings or to save settings to MIDI sequencers and other such devices. This transmission of data is referred to as bulk dump.

“System settings” + “settings of the selected patch” can be transmitted.

When Transmitting Data to Another ES-5

Make connections as shown in the illustration below, and set the transmitting and receiving units to the same device ID (p. 12).

INOUT

When Saving to a MIDI Sequencer

Connect as shown in the gure below, and put the sequencer in the state where it is ready to receive Exclusive messages.

INOUT

MIDI sequencer

Transmitting unit Receiving unit

Specify the highest patch whose data you want to transmit, and press the [ENTER] button.

Restoring saved data from a MIDI sequencer to the ES-5

Connect your MIDI sequencer’s MIDI OUT to the ES-5’s MIDI IN, select the same device ID as when transmitting the data to the MIDI sequencer, and then transmit the data from the MIDI sequencer.

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Patch/Data Operations (Utility)

Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)

Factory Reset Frm:Sys To:855 _

“System settings” + “settings of the selected patch” can be returned to their factory-set condition (Factory Reset).

* All data that is reset is lost.

Frm (From) To

Sys, 111–855 111–855, Sys (*1)

Shown if Frm is set to Sys.

Specify the highest patch that you want to reset, and press the [ENTER] button. When the conrmation message appears, press the [ENTER] button once again.

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Advanced Applications

Adjusting the Level of Each Patch

Parameter Value Reference

Patch parameter

Mixer Sw ON Mixer Gain -12 dB, -9 dB, -6 dB, -3 dB, 0 dB, +3 dB, +6 dB

AMP

Guitar AMP

OUTPUT

COMP OD PHASER DELAYDIST

Mixer

DELAY PHASER DIST OD COMP

p. 9

NOTE

5 If you’re not using a parallel loop connection or Carryover, the mixer is

placed immediately before the output.

5 If Input Buer is o and all eect loops are o, turning Mixer Sw on

might lower the volume.

Input

Buer

Guitar

INPUT

Switching the Amp’s Channels

Parameter Value Reference

Patch parameter

C1–4 ON, OFF p. 9

System setting

Play Option: C1–4 LAT, PLS p. 12

AMP

Guitar AMP

OUTPUT

Channel switching jack

Mixer

DELAY PHASER DIST OD COMP

* As appropriate for the amp you’re using, set Play Option: C1–4 to

“LAT” or “PLS.”

Input

Buer

Guitar

INPUT

COMP OD

DIST

PHASER DELAY

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Advanced Applications

Changing the BOSS DD-7’s Delay Time for Each Patch

Parameter Value Reference

Patch parameter

C1–4

System setting

Play Option: CTL1–4 TP2–TP4 p. 12

AMP

Guitar AMP

OUTPUT

COMP OD PHASER DD-7DIST

Mixer

ª–˜

, 20–500

DD-7

p. 9

PHASER DIST OD COMP

EXP/CTL

The tap signal sent by the ES-5 changes the delay time

* If you connect to the BOSS PH-3’s EXP/CTL jack, you can change

the Rate.

* Depending on the settings of C1–4, there might be cases in which

the delay time cannot follow.

Input

Buer

Guitar

INPUT

Using the External Footswitch (BOSS FS-7’s B Switch) to Turn Delay On/O

Parameter Value Reference

Patch parameter (CTL/EXP)

CTL IN 1 Func OFF

Assign 1

Guitar AMP

Sw ON Src CTL1 Mod TGL Cate, Target LOOP, L5 Min, Max OFF, ON Act L, Act H 0, 127

AMP

OUTPUT

Mixer

p. 10

DELAY PHASER DIST OD COMP

FS-7 B switch: Delay On/O

* You can also add an assignment to make the indicator light (p. 11).

Input

Buer

INPUT

Guitar

Mono or TRS cable

COMP OD PHASER DELAYDIST

FS-7

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Advanced Applications

Using the External Footswitch (BOSS FS-7’s A Switch) to Change the Delay Time

Parameter Value Reference

Patch parameter (CTL/EXP)

CTL IN 2 Func OFF

Assign 1

System setting

Play Option: C1 TP2–TP4 p. 12

Sw ON Src CTL2 Mod MOM Cate, Target E.CTL, CTL1 Min, Max OFF, ON Act L, Act H 0, 127

p. 10

A delay unit that supports tap tempo

AMP

Guitar AMP

COMP

OUTPUT

Mixer

(e.g., BOSS DD-7)

DD-7

PHASER

EXP/CTL

DIST OD COMP

FS-7 A switch: Tap Tempo

DD-7DIST

Mono or TRS cable

TRS cable

FS-7

Input

Buer

Guitar

INPUT

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Advanced Applications

Applying Phaser Only While the Currently Selected Number Switch Is Held Down

Parameter Value Reference

Patch parameter (CTL/EXP)

Assign 1

Sw ON Src CNum Mod MOM Cate, Target LOOP, L4 Min, Max OFF, ON Act L, Act H 0, 127

p. 10

Input

Buer

INPUT

Guitar

AMP

COMP

OUTPUT

Mixer

OD PHASER DELAYDIST

DELAY PHASER DIST OD COMP

Phaser On Phaser O

AMP

Switching a MIDI-Equipped Eect Unit’s Memory When a Patch Is Changed

Parameter Value Reference

Patch Parameter

Patch MIDI 1

Ch 1–16 LSB OFF, 0–127 MSB OFF, 0–127 PC 1–128

p. 10

* Set Ch (MIDI channel) to match the MIDI device that’s connected.

* If you want to switch more than 128 memories, use LSB and MSB

(bank select LSB, MSB) as well.

* The MIDI specication counts the PC (program change) starting

at 1, but some devices start at 0. In this case, the memory number that is one less than the ES-5’s PC setting is selected.

Guitar

AMP

OUTPUT

COMP OD PHASERDIST

MIDI-equipped eect unit

(e.g., BOSS DD-500)

Mixer

BOSS

DD-500

MIDI IN

PHASER DIST OD COMP

MIDI cable

AMP

DD-500

Input Buer

Guitar

INPUT

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Using the Expression Pedal to Control a MIDI-Equipped Eect Unit

Advanced Applications

Parameter Value Reference

Patch parameter (CTL/EXP)

Assign 1

Guitar

Sw ON Src EXP Mod – Cate MIDI Ch 1–16 CC# 000–127 Min, Max 0, 127 Act L, Act H 0, 127

AMP

OUTPUT

Mixer

MIDI-equipped eect unit

(e.g., BOSS DD-500)

BOSS

DD-500

MIDI IN

PHASER

p. 10

DIST OD COMP

MIDI cable

AMP

* Set Ch (MIDI channel) and CC# (controller number) to match the

MIDI device that’s connected.

* By making multiple assignments, you can control multiple

parameters simultaneously.

Input

Buer

Guitar

INPUT

COMP

DIST

PHASER

DD-500

Connecting a Wah or Fuzz (Input Buer O)

The sound of some wah or fuzz units may change if they are connected after a buer.

In this case, turn the ES-5’s input buer (Input Buer) o.

DELAY PHASER DIST OD WAH

AMP

Guitar

AMP

OUTPUT

Mixer

Expression Pedal

Parameter Value Reference

Patch parameter

Input Buer OFF p. 9

Guitar

INPUT

(FUZZ)

Input

Buer

WAH OD PHASER DELAYDIST

(FUZZ)

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Appendix

Troubleshooting

Problem Items to check Action

No sound / volume too low

Oscillating sound occurs

Sound switches on its own

Patch does not change

Sound does not change when you switch patches

Can’t change the settings of a connected eect unit

Can’t specify Carryover / Can’t specify parallel connection

Can’t use a controller to modify a parameter

MIDI messages are not transmitted/received

Eect not applied Could the eect switch be o? Check the on/o setting of each eect. –

Are the connection cables broken? Try using a dierent set of connection cables. – Is the ES-5 correctly connected to the other devices? Check connections with the other devices. p. 2 Is the connected amp turned o, or the volume lowered? Could the volume pedal have lowered the level? Advance the volume pedal. – Could mute be turned on? Press the [MUTE] switch to turn mute o. p. 4 Is each eects set correctly? Check the settings of each eects. – Is the power to the external device connected to the SEND 1–5 and RETURN 1–5 jacks o, or is the volume of the device turned down? Could you be using a connection cable that contains a resistor? Could you have turned Input Buer o and connected an eect loop in parallel, or specied Carryover? Could the gain value or the value of a volume-related parameter be too high due to the settings of a connected amp or eect unit? Could an external MIDI device be set to modify the parameters?

Is “INT” or “WAV” set as the Src in Assign?

Is something other than the Play screen shown in the display?

Could you have changed the function of the [BANK] switch or the number switches [1]–[5]?

Are the loop settings of each patch correct? Check the loop settings. p. 9

Is the EXT CTL jack connected? Is the cable the correct type (mono, TRS)?

Could you already be using the mixer?

Could the loop be turned o? Turn the loop on. p. 6

Is the Preference setting set to anything other than PAT?

Do the MIDI channel settings of both devices match? Make sure that the MIDI channels of both devices match. Do the controller number settings of both devices match? Are the MIDI cables broken? Try another set of MIDI cables. – Are the MIDI cables connected correctly? Connect MIDI IN and MIDI OUT. –

Do the MIDI channel settings match?

Check the settings of your amp/mixer system. –

Check the settings for the connected device. –

Use a connection cable that does not contain a resistor. –

Depending on the impedance of the signal, the volume may diminish. Turn on Input Buer.

Lower these values. –

Check the assignment settings.

When the Src is set to “INT” or “WAV,” the eect parameter set as the Assign Target changes automatically. On the ES-5, patches can be selected only when the Play screen is displayed. Press the [DISPLAY/EXIT] button several times to return to the Play screen.

If the Func setting is set to OFF, change it to Bank, or Num1–5. p. 10

Check the cable type and connection. p. 3

There is only one internal mixer. Turn o the mixer that you’re already using.

To change the settings for an individual patch, set the Preference setting to PAT. To change a specic setting for all patches in common, select a setting other than PAT.

Make sure that the controller number of both devices match.

Match the MIDI channel settings. Receive channel of the ES-5: MIDI Setting 0 Rx Ch Transmit channel of the ES-5: Patch MIDI 1–8 0 Ch

p. 9

p. 10

p. 5

p. 7 p. 9

p. 12

p. 10 p. 12

p. 12 p. 10

Error Messages

Display Problem Action

MIDI BUFFER FULL!

MIDI OFFLINE!

DATA WRITE ERROR! Writing to the memory for storage of user data failed.

LOCKED! The buttons are locked. Turn “Lock function” o. p. 4 NO MORE MIXER IS AVAILABLE! The internal mixer is already being used. Check the Loop Structure settings. p. 7, p. 9 SYSTEM ERROR! A problem has occurred in the system. Contact your dealer or a nearby Roland service center. –

MEMORY DAMAGED!

The data cannot be processed correctly due to the high volume of MIDI messages. Transmissions from the connected device have been interrupted. This message also appears when the power to the connected device has been turned o. It does not indicate damage.

It is possible that the contents of memory have been damaged.

Reduce the volume of MIDI messages transmitted to the ES-5. Reduce the tempo of the transmitting MIDI device.

Check to make sure no cable is disconnected and that there are no shorts.

The unit may be damaged. Consult the nearest Roland service center.

Please execute a Factory Reset. If this does not resolve the problem, contact your dealer or a nearby Roland service center.

–

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Main Specications

BOSS ES-5: Eects Switching System

Modes Memory mode/Manual mode Loops 5 Patch Memory 200

Nominal Input Level INPUT, RETURN 1–5: -10 dBu Maximum Input Level INPUT, RETURN 1–5: +13 dBu Input Impedance INPUT: 1 MΩ (Buer: On) Nominal Output Level SEND 1–5, OUTPUT, TUNER: -10 dBu

Maximum Output Level SEND 1–5, OUTPUT, TUNER: +13 dBu Output Impedance OUTPUT, TUNER: 1 kΩ (Mixer: On) Recommended Load Impedance 10 kΩ or greater

Controls

Display 16 characters, 2 lines (backlit LCD) Indicator Number 1–5 indicator, BANK (MEMORY/MANUAL) indicator, MUTE indicator

Connectors

Power Supply AC adaptor Current Draw 125 mA

Dimensions

Weight 1.3 kg / 2 lbs 14 oz Accessories AC adaptor, Owner’s manual, Leaet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY,” Rubber foot x 4

Options (sold separately)

* 0 dBu= 0.775 Vrms

Number 1–5 switches, BANK switch, MUTE switch, EDIT button, WRITE button, – button, + button, DISPLAY/EXIT button, ENTER button, K button, J button

INPUT jack, SEND 1–5 jacks, RETURN 1–5 jacks, OUTPUT jack, TUNER jack: 1/4-inch phone type EXT CTL CTL 1/2, CTL 3/4 jacks, CTL IN EXP CTL 1/2 jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type MIDI connectors (IN, OUT/THRU) DC IN jack

337 (W) x 97 (D) x 68 (H) mm 13-5/16 (W) x 3-7/8 (D) x 2-11/16 (H) inches

Footswitch: FS-5U, FS-5L, FS-6, FS-7 Expression pedal: FV-500L, FV-500H, Roland EV-5

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

WARNING

To completely turn o power to the unit, pull out the plug from the outlet

When the power needs to be completely turned o, pull out the plug from the outlet. For this reason, the outlet into which you choose to connect the power cord’s plug should be one that is within easy reach and readily accessible.

Use only the supplied AC adaptor and the correct voltage

Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specied on the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC adaptors may use a dierent polarity, or be designed for a dierent voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Repairs and Data

• Before sending the unit away for repairs, be sure to make a backup of the data stored within it; or you may prefer to write down the needed information. Although we will do our utmost to preserve the data stored in your unit when we carry out repairs, in some cases, such as when the memory section is physically damaged, restoration of the stored content may be impossible. Roland assumes no liability concerning the restoration of any stored content that has been lost.

Additional Precautions

• Any data stored within the unit can be lost as the result of equipment failure, incorrect operation, etc. To protect yourself against the irretrievable loss of data, try to make a habit of creating regular backups of the data you’ve stored in the unit.

• Roland assumes no liability concerning the restoration of any stored content that has been lost.

• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

• Use only the specied expression pedal (FV-500H, FV-500L, Roland EV-5; sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.

• Do not use connection cables that contain a built-in resistor.

WARNING

CAUTION

Keep small items out of the reach of children

To prevent accidental ingestion of the parts listed below, always keep them out of the reach of small children.

• Included Parts Rubber feet (p. 5)

Handle the ground terminal carefully

If you remove the screw from the ground terminal, be sure to replace it; don’t leave it lying around where it could accidently be swallowed by small children. When refastening the screw, make that it is rmly fastened, so it won’t come loose.

• Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you may experience a discomforting sensation, or perceive that the surface feels gritty to the touch when you touch this device, or the metal portions of other objects, such as guitars. This is due to an innitesimal electrical charge, which is absolutely harmless. However, if you are concerned about this, connect the ground terminal (see gure) with an external ground. When the unit is grounded, a slight hum may occur, depending on the particulars of your installation. If you are unsure of the connection method, contact the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

Unsuitable places for connection

• Water pipes (may result in shock

or electrocution)

• Gas pipes (may result in re or

explosion)

• Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be dangerous

in the event of lightning)

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Boss ES-5 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Panel Descriptions

Rear Panel (Connecting Your Equipment)

Top Panel

Attaching the Rubber Feet

Switching the Play Screen

Patch Structure

Switching Between Memory and Manual Modes

Saving a Patch (Patch Write)

Recalling a Patch (Patch Change)

Creating a Patch

Block Diagram

Tips for Creating Patches (Sounds)

Making a Parallel Connection

Specifying Carryover

Editing the Settings of a Patch (Memory Edit Mode)

Basic Operation

Parameter List

Making Global Settings (System Setting)

List of Parameters

Patch/Data Operations (Utility)

Copying a Patch (Patch Copy)

Exchanging Patches (Patch Exchange)

Initializing a Patch (Patch Init)

Copying a Bank (Bank Copy)

Exchanging Banks (Bank Exchange)

Copying a Group (Group Copy)

Exchanging Groups (Group Exchange)

Transmitting Data to an External MIDI Device (Bulk Dump)

Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)

Advanced Applications

Adjusting the Level of Each Patch

Switching the Amp’s Channels

Changing the BOSS DD-7’s Delay Time for Each Patch

Using the External Footswitch (BOSS FS-7’s A Switch) to Change the Delay Time

Applying Phaser Only While the Currently Selected Number Switch Is Held Down

Appendix

Troubleshooting

Error Messages

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

IMPORTANT NOTES