Roland VGA-3 Manual do Utilizador

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland VGA-3 V-Guitar Amplifier.Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “

10 Basic Operation Rear Panel fig.0020 921 * To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn

11 Settings for the GK Pickup (GK Setup) The tonal character of the VGA-3 (COSM Guitar) is greatly affected by how the divided pickup is installed.Yo

12Settings for the GK Pickup (GK Setup)The Type of SettingsGK SETTING SettingsYou can store three sets of settings in the VGA-3.This conveniently allo

13Settings for the GK Pickup (GK Setup)GK PHASE SettingThis matches the phase of the GK pickup's sound with the sound from the guitar's pick

14Settings for the GK Pickup (GK Setup)GK LEVEL SettingThis sets the level for the GK pickup sound and adjusts the volume balance with the sound from

15COSM GUITARThis section provides an introduction to the characteristics of each of the guitars modeled.List of Guitar TypesELECTRICSTThis is a solid

16COSM GUITARMore Advanced OperationSYNTH FILTERWith SYNTH LEAD or SYNTH PAD selected, you can use an optional expression pedal (EV-5; optional) to sh

17COSM AMPLIFIERThis section provides an introduction to the characteristics of each modeled amp.The trademarks listed in this document are trademarks

18EffectsThis section provides an introduction to the characteristics of each effect.EFXUse the knob to switch to any of five different effects, CHORU

19EffectsDELAYUse the knob to switch to any of three different Delay, CLEAR, WARM, or DOUBLING. You can adjust the amount of effect applied according

CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIRCAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,DO NOT REM

20EffectsREVERBUse the knob to switch to any of two different Reverb, PLATE, or SPRING. You can adjust the amount of effect applied according to the k

21MEMORYYou can store and call up ten knob and button settings on the VGA-3. Additionally, with the use of a foot controller (such as the optional GFC

22Using the GFC-50 to Operate the VGA-3By connecting a GFC-50 foot controller (optional), you can use your foot to operate the VGA-3.Use the VGA-3’s f

23Using the GFC-50 to Operate the VGA-3Storing (Writing) to the VGA-3’s Memories Using the GFC-50fig.02101. Using the VGA-3’s knobs and buttons, prepa

24Making the SYSTEM Settings (SYSTEM Setup)With the VGA-3, you can make the following system (the parameters that can be changed so that the VGA-3 ope

25Making the SYSTEM Settings (SYSTEM Setup)NS THRESHOLD SettingThis sets how much of the internal noise suppressor is applied.The noise suppressor is

26Making the SYSTEM Settings (SYSTEM Setup)MIDI OMNI MODE SettingYou can set the MIDI Receive channel to Omni ON, whereby MIDI is received over any ch

27Additional DataRestoring the Factory SettingsThe data created up to the point when the factory settings are restored is lost.When Restoring All Sett

28Additional DataCalling Up the Factory Tone Settings for Each Individual BankYou can select any one of the Banks 0–3 listed on the Memory Sheet (p. 3

29Additional DataTroubleshootingThis section explains some things that might go wrong when using the VGA-3, and what needs to be done to correct the p

3 USING THE UNIT SAFELY 001 • Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual...

30Additional DataBlock Diagram/Effect Connection Procedurefig.0251* Wherever a block contains one or more icons, it means that some of the parameters

31Additional DataMIDI Implementation ChartFunction...BasicChannelModeNoteNumber :VelocityAfterTouchPitch BendControlChangeProgChangeSystem ExclusiveSy

32Additional DataSpecificationsVGA-3: V-GUITAR AMPLIFIER● Rated Power Output50W● Patches10 (Recalled from Panel)40 (Recalled from MIDI Foot Controller

33Memory Sheet (Factory Settings)* The logo used in the chart above indicates COSM guitar effects available when GK IN (i.e., a guitar with a GK pic

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4 012a: • Immediately turn the power off, remove the power cord from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service

5 IMPORTANT NOTES 291b In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 2 and 3–4, please r

6 IMPORTANT NOTES Additional Precautions 551 • Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or

7Conversions Used in This Manual ● Words or numerals enclosed in square brackets [ ] indicate panel buttons or knobs.(Example) [MANUAL] : MANUAL b

8 COSM AMPLIFIERYou can adjust the tone simply and easily just by turning the knobs. You can even connect a conventional electric guitar to this

9 Basic Operation EffectsYou can select effects and control their depth by positioning the knobs appropriately.You can use [TAP] to set the dela