Roland GK-2A User Manual
Owner’s Manual
Thank you for purchasing the
Roland GK-2A
divided pickup.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled:
• USING THE UNIT SAFELY (page 2–3)
• IMPORTANT NOTES (page 7)
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.
Copyright © 2000 Roland CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form
without the written permission of Roland CORPORATION.
DOWN/S1
SYNTH VOL
UP/S2
GUITAR
MIX
SYNTH
USING THE UNIT SAFELY
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.
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• Before using this unit, make sure to
read the instructions below, and the
Owner’s Manual.
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002a
• Do not open or perform any internal
modifications on the unit.
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003
• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or
replace parts within it (except when
this manual 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" page.
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004
• 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
• Exposed to rain; or are
• Dusty; or are
• Subject to high levels of vibration.
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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 powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
007
• Make sure you always have the unit
placed so it is level and sure to remain
stable. Never place it on stands that
could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.
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011
• Do not allow any objects (e.g.,
flammable material, coins, pins); or
liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks,
etc.) to penetrate the unit.
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012d
• Immediately turn the power off, and
request servicing by your retailer, the
nearest Roland Service Center, or an
authorized Roland distributor, as
listed on the "Information" page when:
• 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.
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013
• 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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014
• Protect the unit from strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)
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104
• Try to prevent cords and cables from
becoming entangled. Also, all cords
and cables should be placed so they
are out of the reach of children.
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106
• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy
objects on the unit.
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108c
• Disconnect all cords coming from
external devices before moving the
unit.
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118
• Should you remove the parts of installation, make sure to put them in a safe
place out of children's reach, so there
is no chance of them being swallowed
accidentally.
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For EU Countries
This product complies with the requirements of European Directives EMC 89/336/EEC and LVD 73/23/EEC.
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CONTENTS FEATURES
Thank you for purchasing the Roland GK-2A, a
sophisticated guitar pickup and dedicated
USING THE UNIT SAFELY.........2
FEATURES...............................4
GK-2A WARRANTY ................4
PANEL DESCRIPTIONS.............5
synthesizer control system.
When properly installed, the GK-2A can turn
virtually any electric or acoustic guitar into a
controller for Roland’s GR Guitar Synthesizers.
* Wherever [GR] is mentioned in this manual,
it refers to either the Roland Guitar
Synthesizer or the Roland V-Guitar System.
IMPORTANT NOTES................7
INSTALLATION .....................10
INSTALLATION NOTES........................10
1. Attaching the
Pickup Controller Unit..................... 12
Attaching the Divided Pickup with
Holders....................................................12
Attaching the Divided Pickup with
Double–sided Tape/Screws.................13
2. Attaching the Divided Pickup..........14
Attaching the Divided Pickup
with double–sided tape ........................14
Attaching the Divided Pickup
with Screws ............................................17
OPERATION .........................18
How to connect the GK-2A .................. 18
SPECIFICATIONS...................20
• The GK-2A system consists of a guitarmounted Pickup and Control Unit used to
drive a Roland GR Guitar Synthesizer.
• The GK-2A’s compact design allows it to be
installed on just about any electric or
acoustic guitar.
• The GK-2A’s controls give you easy access
to the [GR]’s basic operating modes.
GK-2A WARRANTY
Roland guarantees the GK-2A (and all included
parts) to be free of defects in materials and
workmanship. Contact your retailer or nearest
Roland Service Center if repairs become
necessary.
Roland cannot be responsible for any damage
caused to your guitar or the GK-2A as a result
of your attempt to install or remove the GK-2A.
If you are not confident with your ability to
properly install the Pickup or Controller unit
(especially where drilling is involved), please
contact your Roland retailer or nearest Roland
Service Center.
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PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
fig.01
Devided Pickup
(1)
(3)
Power Indicator
Normal Guitar Input Jack
(4)
(5)
GK Connector
Center Marker
(2)
Synth Volume
Yoke
Pickup
(1) Divided Pickup
This Pickup detects the guitar’s string
vibrations. Carefully install the Divided Pickup
between the guitar’s bridge and the regular
bridge pickup.
(2) SYNTH VOL (Volume) Knob
The functions provided by the SYNTH VOL
knob will differ depending on the [GR] model
you are using.
Please refer to the owner’s manual for your
[GR].
SYNTH VOL
DOWN/S1
(7)
UP/S 2
(8)
S1 Switch
S2 Switch
GUITAR
MIX
SYNTH
Select Switch
(6)
Controller
(3) Power Indicator
This indicator lights when the [GR] and GK-2A
are connected using the C-13A/B cable.
(4)Normal Guitar Input Jack
Normal output signals from an electric guitar
are fed into the Controller Unit via this jack.
Use the supplied guitar cord.
(5) GK Connector
Connect the [GR] to this connector.
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PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
(6) Select Switch
The functions provided by the Select switches
will differ depending on the [GR] model you
are using.
Please refer to the owner’s manual for your
[GR].
(7) S1 Switch
(8) S2 Switch
The functions provided by the S1/S2 switches
will differ depending on the [GR] model you
are using.
Please refer to the owner’s manual for your
[GR].
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IMPORTANT NOTES
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Sensitivity Adjustment
• To properly drive the [GR] with the GK-2A,
you must adjust the height of the Divided
Pickup and the sensitivity of the [GR].
These adjustments are very important if you
want to take full advantage of the [GR]’s
superior tracking ability.
Please read the GK-2A and [GR] owner’s
manuals.
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C-13A/B cable
• Be sure to use the C-13A/B cable to connect
the GK-2A to the [GR]. Using any other
cable may cause unnecessary problems.
• The C-13A/B is a locking-type cable which
cannot be disconnected unless it is unlocked.
fig.02-1
• Before playing, be sure to wrap the cable
around the guitar strap near the strap hook.
This will eliminate any unnecessary strain
on the cable or the GK-2A.
fig.03
DOWN/S1
SYNTHVOL
UP/S2
GUITAR
MIX
SYNTH
fig.02-2
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