Boss OC-5 Owner’s Manual

Owner’s Manual

English

Before using this unit, carefully read “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (supplied on a separate sheet).

* 5 1 0 0 0 7 2 3 8 3 - 0 1 *	After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference.

Panel Descriptions

DC IN jack

In addition to 9-volt battery operation, this unit can also operate on an AC adaptor (BOSS PSA series; sold separately).

*	Use only the specified AC adaptor (PSA series; sold
	separately), and connect it to an AC outlet of the correct
	voltage.	AC adaptor
*	If the AC adaptor is connected while a battery is installed,	(PSA series; sold
	the power supply is drawn from the AC adaptor.	separately)

CHECK indicator

The indicator lights when an effect is ON.

*The brightness of the CHECK indicator (LED) will dim as the battery lowers. Replace the battery when the LED is dim or does not light. For instructions, refer to “Changing the Battery.”

*The CHECK indicator shows whether the effect is on or off.

+1OCT LEVEL knob

This knob adjusts the volume of the sound that is one octave above the direct sound.

DIRECT LEVEL knob

This knob adjusts the volume of the direct sound.

VINTAGE/POLY switch

This switch selects the character of the sound.

Vintage sound that simulates the OC-2.

VINTAGE Play (input) single notes.

Polyphonic mode that supports chordal

POLY input.

OUTPUT jack, DIRECT OUT jack

Use this jack to connect to the input of your guitar amplifier or the input of additional effect unit.

* Output may vary according to the connections.

		Guitar Amp
	Connection	Sound that is output
	method
	Connect only to	The direct sound and octave sound
	the OUTPUT jack	are mixed and output.
		The octave sound is output from the
	Connect to the	OUTPUT jack, and the direct sound is
	OUTPUT jack	output from the DIRECT OUT jack.
	and the DIRECT	When the effect is off, the sound is
	OUT jack	output only from the DIRECT OUT
		jack.

Pedal switch

This switch turns the effects ON/OFF.

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.”

-1OCT LEVEL knob

This knob adjusts the volume of the sound that is one octave below the direct sound.

GUITAR/BASS switch

This switch selects settings that are suitable for a guitar or a bass.

-2OCT/RANGE knob

The operation depends on the setting of the VINTAGE/POLY switch.

Switch Explanation

Operates as the -2OCT LEVEL knob. This knob VINTAGE adjusts the volume of the sound that is two

octaves below the direct sound.

Operates as the RANGE knob. Adjusts the bandwidth of the -1OCT effect.

As you turn this knob toward the right, the

effect applies to a wider range of frequencies POLY from low to high. As you turn this knob

toward the left, the effect is limited to the low-frequency range. If this knob is turned all the way to the left, the effect applies only to the lowest note of the chord.

INPUT jack

This jack accepts input signals coming from a guitar (or bass).

* The INPUT jack also serves as the power switch. Power is

		turned on whenever a plug is inserted into the INPUT jack,
	Guitar	and is turned off when the plug is disconnected. When not
		using the unit, you should disconnect any cord connected to
		the INPUT jack.
		* If you’re using this unit together with other effect units,
	Bass	connect this unit first in the chain (directly after the guitar).
		If guitar sound processed by an effect is input to this unit, it
		might not work correctly.

Precautions When Connecting

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

•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.

When powering	Turn on the power to your
up:	guitar amp last.
When powering	Turn off the power to your
down:	guitar amp first.

•Before turning the unit on/off, always be sure to turn the volume down. Even with the volume turned down, you might hear some sound when switching the unit on/off. However, this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.

Use of Battery

•If operating this unit on battery, please use alkaline battery.

•The life of the included battery may be limited as its primary purpose was for testing during assembly.

•When operating on battery power only, the unit’s indicator will become dim when battery power gets too low. Replace the battery as soon as possible.

•If you handle batteries improperly, you risk explosion and fluid leakage. Make sure that you carefully observe all of the items related to batteries that are listed in “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (supplied on a separate sheet).

Additional Precautions

•When disposing of the packing carton or cushioning material in which this unit was packed, you must observe the waste disposal regulations that apply to your locality.

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

© 2020 Roland Corporation

Changing the Battery

1.Hold down the pedal and loosen the thumbscrew, then open the pedal upward.

Thumbscrew Pedal

Battery	Spring base
snap cord	Coil spring
	Guide
Battery	bush hole
snap	Battery housing
Battery

*The pedal can be opened without detaching the thumbscrew completely.

2.Remove the old battery from the battery housing, and remove the snap cord connected to it.

3.Connect the battery snap to the new battery, and place the battery inside the battery housing.

*Be sure to carefully observe the battery’s polarity (+ versus -).

4.Slip the coil spring onto the spring base on the back of the pedal, and then close the pedal.

*Carefully avoid getting the snap cord caught in the pedal, coil spring, and battery housing.

5.Finally, hold down the pedal while tightening the thumbscrew into the guide bush hole.

Main Specifications

	Nominal Input Level	-20 dBu
	Input Impedance	1 MΩ
	Nominal Output Level	-20 dBu
	Output Impedance	1 kΩ
	Recommended Load	10 kΩ or greater
	Impedance
	Power Supply	Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61 or 6LF22)
		AC adaptor (PSA series: sold separately)
		55 mA
		* Expected battery life under continuous
	Current Draw	use:
		Alkaline battery: Approx. 7 hours
		These figures will vary depending on
		the actual conditions of use.
	Dimensions	73 (W) x 129 (D) x 59 (H) mm
		2-7/8 (W) x 5-1/8 (D) x 2-3/8 (H) inches
	Weight	440 g
	(including battery)	1 lb
		Owner’s Manual, Leaflet (“USING THE
	Accessories	UNIT SAFELY,“ “IMPORTANT NOTES,“ and
		“Information“), Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61
		or 6LF22)
	Option	AC adaptor (PSA-series)
	(sold separately)

•0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms

•This document explains the specifications of the product at the time that the document was issued. For the latest information, refer to the Roland website.

•Roland and BOSS are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

For the USA

	SUPPLIER’S DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
	Compliance Information Statement
Model Name :	OC-5
Type of Equipment :	Guitar E ects
Responsible Party :	Roland Corporation U.S.
Address :	5100 S. Eastern Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938
Telephone :	[phone]