Roland TR-2 User Manual

Owner's Manual

AC DC

AC & BATTERY

POWERED

FET

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of BOSS TR-2 Tremolo.

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p.16; p.4). 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, this manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

FEATURES

•The TR-2 is an effect that periodically changes only the volume of the sound. This means that the tone will not be altered with the TR-2.

•The Wave knob allows you to select very delicate changes in the volume, or more rapid and extreme ones—whatever you need.

IMPORTANT NOTES

In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 16, please read and observe the following:

Power Supply

•Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any device that will generate line noise (such as an electric motor or variable lighting system).

•The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.

•Batteries should always be installed or replaced before connecting any other devices. This way, you can prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices.

•A battery was installed in the unit before it left the factory. The life of this battery may be limited, however, since its primary purpose was to enable testing.

•Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to speakers or other devices.

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.

•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.

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, nonabrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.

•Never use benzene, 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 connecting / 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 your neighbors, try to keep the unit's volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about those around you (especially when it is late at night).

•When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box (including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.

PANEL DESCRIPTIONS

	1	1. AC Adaptor Jack
		Accepts connection of an AC Adaptor (op-
	2	tionally available BOSS PSA-Series). By
	2	using an AC Adaptor, you can play without
		using an AC Adaptor, you can play without
		being concerned about how much battery
		power you have left.

6	* If there are batteries in the unit while an AC
	adaptor is being used, normal operation will

continue should the line voltage be interrupted (power blackout or power cord disconnection).

* If you are going to use an AC adaptor, be sure to use the specified unit (BOSS PSA-Series). Use of any other adaptor may result in damage, malfunction or electric shock.

Also, if you are not going to be using it for an extended period of time, disconnect the AC adaptor from the AC outlet.

2. CHECK Indicator

This indicator shows whether an effect is ON/OFF, and also doubles as the Battery Check indicator.

The indicator lights when an effect is ON. If this indicator goes dim or no longer lights while an effect is ON, the battery is near exhaustion and should be replaced immediately.

3. OUTPUT Jack

The output jack is used to connect the unit to an amplifier or another device.

4. Pedal Switch

This switch turns the effects ON/OFF.

5. Thumbscrew

This thumbscrew is loosened to open the pedal, allowing battery replacement. For instructions on how to replace the battery, please refer to “CHANGING THE BATTERY (p.12).”

6. INPUT Jack

This jack accepts input signals (coming from a guitar, some other musical instrument, or another effects unit).

*The INPUT jack also serves as the power switch. Power is turned on whenever a plug is inserted into the INPUT jack, and is turned off when the plug is disconnected. When not using the unit, you should disconnect any cord connected to the INPUT jack.

RATE Knob			DEPTH Knob

CHECK

WAVE

RATE

DEPTH

WAVE Knob

RATE Knob

This adjusts the rate of the tremolo. The further you move the knob clockwise, the faster the rate becomes.

DEPTH Knob

This adjusts the depth of the tremolo. When it is turned fully counterclockwise, no tremolo effect will be created.

WAVE Knob

This controls the waveform of the tremolo. You can go from smooth volume changes to more dramatic ones.

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