Owner’s Manual
Battery powered stereo amp with high audio quality and high output
•Specially designed circuit allows up to 50 W output using eight AA batteries.
•ECO mode allows up to approximately 20 hours of use on rechargeable Ni-MH batteries.
•Two-way stereo speakers with woofer and tweeter allow wide-range sound to be produced.
Lightweight cabinet for convenient portability
•The cabinet is made of ABS injection molded resin, for a lightweight and tough design.
•A dedicated case CB-CS2 (sold separately) made of water-repellent material is also available.
A rich variety of inputs and outputs to support a variety of instruments
•Four inputs and AUX IN are provided, including XLR-compatible mic input jacks and line input jacks that support input from a keyboard or other instrument.
•Three choices of COSM amp type optimized for electric guitar are provided: CLEAN, CRUNCH, and LEAD. These types cover the tonal range from transparently clean sounds to hard distortion.
•A dedicated preamp optimized for acoustic guitar performance is provided, delivering a rich and natural sound.
•Line output and a STEREO LINK function allow the CUBE Street EX to be used for a variety of purposes such as a monitor or a simple PA system.
i-CUBE LINK function makes it easy to enjoy recording or mixdown
By using the included four-conductor mini cable to connect your iPad or iPhone to the CUBE Street EX, you can use it as an audio interface. You can further expand your performance possibilities by using the system in conjunction with apps on your device.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled“USING THE UNIT SAFELY”(p. 2) and“IMPORTANT NOTES”(p. 3). 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 of your new unit, read Owner’s Manual in its entirety. This manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY
About
WARNING and 
CAUTION Notices
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to 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.
* 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.
About the Symbols
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
Make sure that the power cord is grounded
Connect mains plug of this model to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
To completely turn off power to the unit, pull out the plug from the outlet
Even with the power switch turned off, this unit is not completely separated from its
main source of power. When the power needs to be completely turned off, turn off
the power switch on the unit, then 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.
Do not disassemble or modify by yourself
Do not carry out anything unless you are instructed to do so in the owner’s manual. Otherwise, you risk causing malfunction.
Do not repair or replace parts by yourself
Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information.”
Do not use or store in the following types of locations
• 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
•Exposed to steam or smoke; or are
•Subject to salt exposure; or are
•Exposed to rain; or are
•Dusty or sandy; or are
•Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness.
Use only the stand that is recommended
This unit should be used only with a stand that is recommended by Roland.
Do not place in a location that is unstable
When using the unit with a stand recommended by Roland, the stand must
be carefully placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. If not using a stand, you
still need to make sure that any location you choose for placing the unit provides a level surface that will properly support the unit, and keep it from wobbling.
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
WARNING
Precautions regarding placement of this unit on a stand
Be sure to follow the instructions in the Owner’s Manual carefully when placing this
unit on a stand (p. 10).
If it is not set up properly, you risk creating
an unstable situation which could lead to the unit falling or the stand toppling, and may result in injury.
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 specified on the AC adaptor’s
body. Other AC adaptors may use a different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock.
Use only the supplied power cord
Use only the attached power cord. Also, the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device.
Do not bend the power cord or place heavy objects on it
Otherwise, fire or electric shock may result.
Avoid extended use at high volume
Use of the unit at high volume for extended periods of time may cause hearing loss. If you ever experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit and consult a specialized physician.
Do not allow foreign objects or liquids to enter unit; never place containers with liquid on unit
Do not place containers containing liquid (e.g., flower vases) on this product. Never allow foreign objects (e.g., flammable objects, coins, wires) or liquids (e.g., water or juice) to enter this product. Doing so may cause short circuits, faulty operation, or other malfunctions.
WARNING
Turn off the unit if an abnormality or malfunction occurs
Immediately turn the unit off, remove the AC adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized
Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” when:
•The AC adaptor or the power cord has been damaged; or
•If smoke or unusual odor occurs; or
•Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the unit; or
•The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has become wet); or
•The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
Be cautious to protect children from injury
Always make sure that an adult is on hand to provide supervision and guidance when using the unit in places where children are present, or when a child will be using the unit.
Do not drop or subject to strong impact
Otherwise, you risk causing damage or malfunction.
Do not share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices
Otherwise, you risk overheating or fire.
Do not use overseas
Before using the unit in overseas, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information.”
Handle batteries carefully
If used improperly, you risk the dangers of fluid leakage, overheating, combustion, explosion, etc. Carefully observe the following:
•Do not heat, disassemble, or toss them into a fire or water.
• Do not expose them to sunlight, flame, or any other source of extreme heat.
• Do not attempt to charge a dry cell battery.
•When using a rechargeable battery and a charger, make sure to use only the combination of rechargeable battery and charger that has been specified
by the battery manufacturer. Also, be sure to read all of the precautions
that were supplied with the rechargeable battery and charger, and abide by them when using the battery/charger.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
CAUTION
Place in a well ventilated location
The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their location or position does not interfere with their proper ventilation.
Use only the specified stand(s)
This unit is designed to be used in combination with specific stands (STA95) manufactured by Roland. If used in combination with other stands, you
risk sustaining injuries as the result of this product dropping down or toppling over due to a lack of stability.
Evaluate safety issues before using stands
Even if you observe the cautions given in the owner’s manual, certain types of handling may allow this product to fall from the stand, or cause the stand to
overturn. Please be mindful of any safety issues before using this product.
When disconnecting the power cord, grasp it by the plug
To prevent conductor damage, always grasp the power cord by its plug when disconnecting it from this unit or from a power outlet.
Periodically clean the power plug
An accumulation of dust or foreign objects between the power plug and the power
outlet can lead to fire or electric shock.
At regular intervals, be sure to pull out the
power plug, and using a dry cloth, wipe away any dust or foreign objects that may have accumulated.
CAUTION
Disconnect the power plug whenever the unit will not be used for an extended period of time
Fire may result in the unlikely event that a breakdown occurs.
Route all power cords and cables in such a way as to prevent them from getting entangled
Injury could result if someone were to trip on a cable and cause the unit to fall or topple.
Avoid climbing on top of the unit, or placing heavy objects on it
Otherwise, you risk injury as the result of the unit toppling over or dropping down.
Never connect/disconnect a power plug if your hands are wet
Otherwise, you could receive an electric shock.
Disconnect all cords/cables before moving the unit
Before moving the unit, disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and pull out all cords from external devices.
Before cleaning the unit, disconnect the power plug from the outlet
If the power plug is not removed from the outlet, you risk receiving an electric shock.
Whenever there is a threat of lightning, disconnect the power plug from the outlet
If the power plug is not removed from the outlet, you risk receiving an electric shock.
CAUTION
Handle batteries carefully
If used improperly, batteries may explode or leak and cause damage or injury. In the interest of safety, please read and observe the following precautions.
•Carefully follow the installation instructions for batteries, and make sure you observe the correct polarity.
•Avoid using new batteries together with used ones. In addition, avoid mixing different types of batteries.
•Remove the batteries whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time.
•Never keep batteries together with metallic objects such as ballpoint pens, necklaces, hairpins, etc.
•Used batteries must be disposed of in compliance with whatever regulations for their safe disposal that may be observed in the region in which you live.
Take care not to get burned
Batteries may reach a high temperature; please be careful to avoid burning yourself.
Handle leaking batteries carefully
•Do not touch the liquid with your bare hands.
•If any of the leaking fluid gets into your eyes, the loss of vision may result. Do
not rub your eyes; use clean water to flush them thoroughly. Then, promptly see a doctor.
•Burning of the skin or dermatitis may result if fluid has gotten onto your skin or clothing. Use clean water to flush affected areas thoroughly; then, promptly see a doctor.
•Using a soft cloth, carefully wipe any remaining fluid from the inside of the battery compartment. Then, install new batteries.
IMPORTANT NOTES
Power Supply
•Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter or a motor (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner). Depending on the way in which
the electrical appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this unit to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a power supply noise filter between this unit and the electrical outlet.
•The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.
Power Supply: Use of Batteries
•Before installing/removing batteries, make sure to turn off the power to this unit and disconnect all connections to other devices.
•If operating this unit on batteries, please use rechargeable Ni-MH batteries or Alkaline batteries.
Placement
•Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source of interference.
•This unit may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this unit in the vicinity of such receivers.
•Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch them off.
•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.
•When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation has completely evaporated.
•Depending on the material and temperature of the surface on which you place the unit, its rubber feet may discolor or mar the surface.
You can place a piece of felt or cloth under the rubber feet to prevent this from happening. If you do so, please make sure that the unit will not slip or move accidentally.
•Do not place containers or anything else containing liquid on top of this unit. Also, whenever any liquid has been spilled on the surface of this unit, be sure to promptly wipe it away using a soft, dry cloth.
Maintenance
•For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.
•Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.
Additional Precautions
•Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.
•When disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal elements.
•To avoid disturbing others nearby, try to keep the unit’s volume at reasonable levels.
•When you need to transport the unit, pack it in shock-absorbent material. Transporting the unit without doing so can cause it to become scratched or damaged, and could lead to malfunction.
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About the Power Supply
Battery Operation |
Checking the Remaining Battery Amount |
The CUBE Street EX can be powered with eight AA batteries (sold separately). We recommend that you keep batteries installed in the unit even though you’ll be powering it with the AC adaptor. That way, you’ll be able to continue a performance even if the cord of the AC adaptor gets accidently disconnected from the unit.
*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” (p. 2) and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 3).
*When operating on battery power only, the unit’s indicator will become blink when battery power gets too low. Replace the battery as soon as possible.
Choosing Batteries
This unit can be used with alkaline batteries or rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. The operating time will depend on the characteristics of the batteries. Refer to the following table and choose the type of batteries that you want to use.
When the [BATTERY CHECK/MUTE] switched on, you can check the amount of power remaining in the batteries.
*When the [BATTERY CHECK/MUTE] switched on, the indicator blinks, and sound will not produced from the
CUBE Street EX’s speakers or from LINE OUT jacks and PHONES jack.
*Sounds may distort easily or may cut off when played at high volume as the battery power begins to fade, but this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. In such instances, either replace the batteries or use the AC adaptor included with the unit.
Battery indicator
* The remaining battery power indication is only an approximation.
Light
Blink
Light out
Full charge |
Low charge |
Operating time
The operating time on batteries will depend on the type of batteries and on the setting of the [OUTPUT POWER] switch.
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Rechargeable Ni-MH |
MAX |
Approx. 5 hours |
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NORMAL |
Approx. 10 hours |
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battery |
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ECO |
Approx. 20 hours |
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MAX |
Approx. 4 hours |
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Alkaline battery |
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NORMAL |
Approx. 8 hours |
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ECO |
Approx. 16 hours |
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*The times given in the table are approximate, and will differ depending on the conditions of use.
Installing Batteries
Loosen the two screws. 1
Remove the battery cover. 2
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Insert the batteries, taking care to orient them as shown in the illustration.
Removing the Battery Case
Although you can replace the batteries while the battery case is still attached, it’s easier to replace the batteries if you remove the battery case.
Loosen the two screws. 1
Remove the battery |
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case. |
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AC Adaptor Operation
Use only the AC adaptor included with the CUBE Street EX. Use of other AC adaptors may damage the amp or result in other problems.
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Connections
*To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections.
*When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume level of equipment connected to the inputs (AUDIO IN) may be low. If this happens, use connection cables that do not contain resistors.
Top panel |
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About plugs in figures |
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iPhone, iPad, etc |
XLR |
About combo jacks |
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1/4” phone |
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You can connect either XLR |
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Stereo 1/4” phone |
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combo jacks. |
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4-pole miniature phone |
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Acoustic feedback could be produced depending on the location of microphones relative to speakers. This can be remedied by:
• Changing the orientation of the microphone(s).
• Relocating microphone(s) at a greater distance from speakers.
• Lowering volume levels.
Rear panel
To prevent the inadvertent disruption of power to your unit (should the plug be pulled out accidentally), and to avoid applying undue stress to the DC IN jack, anchor the power cord using the cord hook, as shown in the illustration.
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FS-5U |
Setting of the switches |
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This setting sets the [LINE OUT/STEREO LINK] switch to |
Setting of the switches |
“LINE OUT.” Refer to “Connecting Two Units to Increase |
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the Output (STEREO LINK)” (p. 10), if you set this switch to |
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“STEREO LINK.” |
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