BOSS Octave OC-5 Manual

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Panel Descriptions

To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections.
Once everything is properly connected, be sure to follow the procedure below to turn on their power. If you turn on equipment in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction or equipment failure.

When powering up:	Turn on the power to your guitar amp last.
When powering down:	Turn off the power to your guitar amp first.

Before turning the unit on/off, always be sure to turn the volume down. Even with the volume turned down, you might hear some sound when switching the unit on/off. However, this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.

If operating this unit on battery, please use alkaline battery.
The life of the included battery may be limited as its primary purpose was for testing during assembly.
When operating on battery power only, the unit's indicator will become dim when battery power gets too low. Replace the battery as soon as possible.
If you handle batteries improperly, you risk explosion and fluid leakage. Make sure that you carefully observe all of the items related to batteries.

Hold down the pedal and loosen the thumbscrew, then open the pedal upward.

* The pedal can be opened without detaching the thumbscrew completely.
Remove the old battery from the battery housing, and remove the snap cord connected to it.
Connect the battery snap to the new battery, and place the battery inside the battery housing.
* Be sure to carefully observe the battery's polarity (+ versus -).
Slip the coil spring onto the spring base on the back of the pedal, and then close the pedal.
* Carefully avoid getting the snap cord caught in the pedal, coil spring, and battery housing.
Finally, hold down the pedal while tightening the thumbscrew into the guide bush hole.

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
Power Supply	Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61 or 6LF22) AC adaptor (PSA series: sold separately)
Current Draw	60 mA * Expected battery life under continuous use: Alkaline battery: Approx. 5 hours These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.
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 (including battery)	440 g 1 lb
Accessories	Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTES," and "Information") Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61 or 6LF22)
Option (sold separately)	AC adaptor (PSA-series)

0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
This document explains the specifications of the product at the time that the document was issued. For the latest information, refer to the Roland website.

When disposing of the packing carton or cushioning material in which this unit was packed, you must observe the waste disposal regulations that apply to your locality.
Do not use connection cables that contain a built-in resistor.