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Cautionary Notes
Before beginning the procedure, please read
through this document. The matters described may
differ according to the model.
No User Data
This product cannot save user data. Backing up user data during servicing is
not required.
Part Replacement
When replacing components near the power-supply circuit or a heatgenerating circuit (such as a circuit provided with a heat sink or including a
cement resistor), carry out the procedure according to the instructions with
respect to the part number, direction, and attachment position (mounting so as
to leave an air gap between the component and the circuit board, etc.).
Parts List
A component whose part code is ******** will not be supplied as a service part
because one of the following reasons applies.
• Because it is supplied as an assembled part (under a different part code).
• Because a number of circuit boards are grouped together and supplied as
a single circuit board (under a different part code).
• Because supply is prohibited due to copyright restrictions.
• Because reissuance is restricted.
• Because the part is made to order (at current market price).
• Because it is carried in electronic data on the Roland web site.
• Because it is a package or an accessory irrelevant to the function
maintenance of the main body.
• Because it can be replaced with an article on the market. (battery or etc.)
Circuit Diagram
In the circuit diagram, “NIU” is an abbreviation for “Not in Use,” and
“UnPop” is an abbreviation for “Unpopulated.” They both mean non-mounted
components. The circuit board and circuit board diagram show silk-screened
indications, but no components are mounted.
Roland Japan Warranty
Please send the problem report with followings when the defect occurred
within one year from production and within one month from the first
customer’s purchase.
• Model name:
• Serial number:
•Version:
• Purchase date by the first customer: yyyy/mm/dd
•Symptom:
• Frequency: always, sometimes or seldom
• Confirmed the symptom at your service dept: Yes/No
Please send the problem report to rjasc@roland.co.jp.
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Specifications
BOSS AD-2: Acoustic Preamp
Nominal Input Level
-20 dBu
Input Impedance
10 MΩ
Nominal Output Level
OUTPUT jack: -20 dBu
LINE OUT jack: -20 dBu
Output Impedance
OUTPUT jack: 1 kΩ
LINE OUT jack: 600 Ω
Recommended Load Impedance
OUTPUT jack: 10 kΩ or greater
LINE OUT jack: 600 Ω or greater
Bypass
Buffered bypass
Controls
Pedal switch
ACOUSTIC RESONANCE knob
AMBIENCE knob
NOTCH knob
Indicator
CHECK indicator (Serves also as battery check indicator)
Expected battery life under continuous use (These
figures will vary depending on the actual
conditions of use.)
Alkaline: Approx. 6 hours
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 (including battery)
450 g
1 lb
Accessories
Owner’s Manual (#5100053376)
Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY,” “IMPORTANT NOTES,” and
“Information") (#********)
Alkaline battery (9V, 6LR61) (#********)
Option (sold separately)
AC adaptor (PSA series)
* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
* Printed matters will not be supplied after the end of the production. Then,
download the electronic file from the Roland web site.
* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of
this unit are subject to change without prior notice.
Connectors
INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
OUTPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
LINE OUT jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
DC IN jack
Power Supply
Alkaline battery (9V, 6LR61) or Carbon-zinc battery (9V, 6F22)
This product cannot save user data. Backing up user data during
servicing is not required.
Performing a Factory Reset
This product has no factory-reset feature.
Updating the System
A system update cannot be performed for this product. If an update is
required, replace with an updated circuit board. Update of the circuit
board can be accomplished only at the factory.
Inspection Items
1. Version Confirmation (p. 10)
2. Measurement of Current Consumption (p. 10)
3. Volume and AD/DA Test (p. 11)
4. Noise Test (p. 11)
5. Bypass Test (p. 12)
6. LED and Battery Operation Test (p. 12)
Some items involve testing while in the test mode, and others involve
testing in the normal usage state. For detailed information, refer to the
procedures for the respective test items described later in this document.
Entering the Test Mode
1. Set each knob as shown below.
AMBIENCE: Minimum
ACOUSTIC RESONANCE: Minimum
NOTCH: Maximum
2. Hold down the pedal and insert a 1/4-inch monaural phone plug into the
INPUT jack.
The power comes on and CHECK LED lights up, and after approximately
two seconds, the CHECK LED flashes and the unit enters the test mode.
Quitting the Test Mode
After entering the test mode and displaying the version, depress the
pedal. Alternatively, disconnect the plug from the INPUT jack to switch
off the power.
When the unit enters the test mode, the CHECK LED flashes, and the
number of flashes indicates the version.
Examples: Blinks one time:Ver. 1.00
Blinks two times: Ver. 1.01
Blinks three times: Ver. 1.02
2. Measurement of Current Consumption
1. Use the current-consumption measurement tool to connect the AC
adaptor and the tester.
2. Connect a 1/4-inch monaural phone cable to the OUTPUT jack.
3. Hold down the pedal and connect another plug of the cable in step 2 to
the INPUT jack.
The unit starts up in the test mode.
fig.test-1-e.eps
PSAADAPTOR
Tester
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4. Verify that current consumption is 50 mA or lower.
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PSAADAPTOR
RING
TIP
3. Volume and AD/DA Test
1. As shown in the figure, connect the conversion plug (RCA phono jack ->
1/4-inch monaural phone plug) to the INPUT jack and start up in the test
mode, and then, using a monaural cable (1/4-inch monaural phone plug
<-> RCA phono plug), connect the OUTPUT jack to the conversion plug.
fig.test-2-7.eps
PSAADAPTOR
2. Verify that the CHECK LED lights up.
3. Turn the NOTCH knob all the way counterclockwise.
4. Turn the AMBIENCE knob to near the eleven o’clock position, and verify
that the CHECK LED goes dark.
5. Turn the AMBIENCE knob to near the one o’clock position, and verify
that the CHECK LED lights up.
6. Turn the AMBIENCE knob all the way clockwise, and verify that the
CHECK LED goes dark.
7. Carry out steps 4 through 6 for the NOTCH and ACOUSTIC
RESONANCE knobs as well.
Turning the ACOUSTIC RESONANCE knob all the way clockwise
causes the OUTPUT circuit test to be executed automatically.
The CHECK LED lights up steadily if the test results are OK, or flashes if
the results are not OK.