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ML-2_e1.fm 2 ページ ２００６年１２月８日 金曜日 午前１１時４３分 Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the BOSS ML-2 Metal Core. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (supplied on a separate sheet). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit.
ML-2_e1.fm 3 ページ ２００６年１２月８日 金曜日 午前１１時４３分 Main Features ● The ML-2 produces a heavy distortion with a bold attack, making it ideal for massivesounding death-metal riffs. ● The LOW control produces a deep, low sound, even if you don't use extreme downtuning. ● The HIGH control lets you create guitar-riff sounds with lots of edge (attack) and a crisp high end.
ML-2_e1.fm 4 ページ ２００６年１２月８日 金曜日 午前１１時４３分 Panel Descriptions 1. AC Adaptor Jack fig.ML-2-name1.eps 1 2 3 4 5 4 This jack accepts the connection of an AC adaptor (optionally available BOSS PSA-series). By using an AC adaptor, you can play without being concerned about how much battery power you have left. 6 * Use only the specified AC adaptor (PSAseries), and make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specified on the AC adaptor's body.
ML-2_e1.fm 5 ページ ２００６年１２月８日 金曜日 午前１１時４３分 Panel Descriptions line voltage be interrupted due to a power blackout or power cord disconnection. 2. CHECK Indicator This indicator shows whether the effect is on or off, and also doubles as the battery check indicator. The indicator lights when the effect is on. * If you're powering the unit with a battery and the CHECK indicator goes dim—or doesn't light at all—when you try to turn the effect on, the battery is near depletion and should be replaced.
ML-2_e1.fm 6 ページ ２００６年１２月８日 金曜日 午前１１時４３分 Panel Descriptions Power to the unit is turned on when you plug into the INPUT jack; the power is turned off when the cable is unplugged. When not using the effects unit, be sure to disconnect the plug from the INPUT jack. 8. LOW Knob This knob controls the tone of the effect at lower frequencies. Tuning the knob clockwise boosts the lower frequencies, while tuning it counterclockwise cuts the lower frequencies. fig.ML-2-name2.
ML-2_e1.fm 7 ページ ２００６年１２月８日 金曜日 午前１１時４３分 Connections * Inserting a connecting plug into the INPUT jack turns on the power to the unit. * Raise the amp volume only after turning on the power to all connected devices. * The use of an AC adaptor is recommended as the unit’s power consumption is relatively high. Should you prefer to use a battery, please use the alkaline type.
ML-2_e1.fm 8 ページ ２００６年１２月８日 金曜日 午前１１時４３分 Connections fig.Connect-ML-2e.eps AC Adaptor BOSS PSA-series (sold separately) OUT 9V DC/200 mA Electric Guitar Guitar Amp * This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate normally.
ML-2_e1.fm 9 ページ ２００６年１２月８日 金曜日 午前１１時４３分 Operating the Unit fig.ML-2-operation1.eps fig.ML-2-operation2.eps fig.ML-2-operation3.eps 1. After you have made the necessary (p. 7, 8) connections, set the panel knobs as shown in the illustration. 2. Depress the pedal switch to turn the effect on. (The CHECK indicator lights when the effect is on.) 4. Adjust the amount of high-frequency sound with the HIGH knob. 3. Adjust the amount of distortion with the DIST knob.
ML-2_e1.fm 10 ページ ２００６年１２月８日 金曜日 午前１１時４３分 Operating the Unit fig.ML-2-operation4.eps fig.ML-2-operation5.eps 5. Adjust the amount of low-frequency sound with the LOW knob. 6. Adjust the output volume with the LEVEL knob. 10 Normally, you should adjust the LEVEL knob so there's no difference in the volume when switching the effect on and off.
ML-2_e1.fm 11 ページ ２００６年１２月８日 金曜日 午前１１時４３分 Changing the Battery When the indicator goes dim or no longer lights while the effect is on, it means that the battery is nearly dead and must be replaced. Replace the battery following the steps below. * The use of an AC adaptor is recommended as the unit’s power consumption is relatively high. Should you prefer to use a battery, please use the alkaline type. fig.replace-battery.
ML-2_e1.fm 12 ページ ２００６年１２月８日 金曜日 午前１１時４３分 Troubleshooting The power won’t come on / the CHECK indicator doesn’t light ● Is the specified adaptor (PSA-series, sold separately) properly connected? Check the AC adaptor connection (p. 7, 8). * Never use any AC adapter other than one specified for use with the ML-2. ● Is the battery low or dead? Replace it with a new battery (p. 11). * The battery that is supplied with the unit is for temporary use, intended primarily for testing the pedal’s operation.
ML-2_e1.fm 13 ページ ２００６年１２月８日 金曜日 午前１１時４３分 Setting Samples Heavy solid riff Extreme downtuning fig.ML-2-sample1.eps fig.ML-2-sample1.eps Blast beat metal Gothenburg sound fig.ML-2-sample1.eps fig.ML-2-sample1.
ML-2_e1.fm 14 ページ ２００６年１２月８日 金曜日 午前１１時４３分 Setting Memo fig.setting-memo.eps fig.setting-memo.eps fig.setting-memo.eps fig.setting-memo.
ML-2_e1.fm 15 ページ ２００６年１２月８日 金曜日 午前１１時４３分 Specifications ML-2: Metal Core Nominal Input Level........................ -20 dBu Input Impedance............................... 1 MΩ Nominal Output Level..................... -20 dBu Output Impedance ........................... 1 kΩ Recommended Load Impedance.... 10 kΩ or greater Controls.............................................. Pedal switch, LEVEL knob, LOW knob, HIGH knob, DIST knob Indicators ...........................................
ML-2_e1.fm 16 ページ ２００６年１２月８日 金曜日 午前１１時４３分 Specifications 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 /1 lb (including battery) Accessories.........................................
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ML-2_e1.fm 19 ページ ２００６年１２月８日 金曜日 午前１１時４３分 For EU Countries This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC. For the USA FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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