BOSS DD-200 Digital Delay Owner's Manual
Before using this unit, carefully read "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (the leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and the Owner's Manual (p. 17)). After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference.
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Panel Descriptions
The BOSS DD-200 is a digital delay pedal with various modes and extensive control options.
Top Panel
The top panel features the primary controls for the DD-200:
- 1 Display: Shows the delay time, memory status, and other operational information.
- 2 [TIME] Knob: Sets the delay time or switches between saved memories. The display updates to reflect the current setting.
- Example Indications:
- Delay Time (Time): 1 ms = "1", 100 ms = "100", 1 s = "1.00"
- Delay Time (Tempo): Tempo: 120 = "120.", Tempo: 1000 = "1K.", Tempo: 99000 = "99K.", Tempo: 100000 = "10.K."
- Memory: MANUAL = "MAN", memory 1–9 = "M-1"–"M-9", memory 10–99 = "M10"–"M99", memory 100–127 = "M.00"–"M.27"
- 3 [FEEDBACK] Knob: Adjusts the amount of feedback, controlling the number of repetitions. Note: Oscillation may occur depending on the input sound and knob position.
- 4 [E.LEVEL] Knob: Adjusts the volume of the effect sound. In REVERSE mode, maximizing E.LEVEL cuts the direct sound.
- 5 Mode Knob: Selects the delay mode. Available modes include STANDARD (clear digital delay), ANALOG (mild analog delay), TAPE (tape echo emulation), DRUM (Binson EchoRec2 emulation), SHIMMER (pitch-shifted delay), TERA ECHO (spacious echo), PAD ECHO (drifting delay), PATTERN (16 delays), LO-FI (distorted sound), DUAL (series delays), DUCKING (volume/feedback adjust to input), and REVERSE (backward delay).
- 6 [PARAM] Knob: Adjusts an appropriate parameter specific to each selected delay mode. For example, it can adjust the attack, character, playback heads, brilliance, or delay patterns depending on the mode.
- 7 [TONE] Knob: Adjusts the overall tonal character of the effect. Turning right boosts high frequencies; turning left cuts them. The center position provides a flat response.
- 8 [MOD DEPTH] Knob: Adjusts the depth of modulation applied to the effect sound.
- 9 [TAP DIVISION] Button: Sets the delay time based on note lengths relative to the BPM. A long-press of this button can enable/disable panel lock to prevent accidental operation.
- 10 TAP DIVISION Indicator: Displays the delay time as a note value, with the pedal tap interval defining the base quarter note (100%). It indicates dotted half (300%), half (200%), dotted quarter (150%), half-note triplet (133%), quarter (100%), dotted eighth (75%), quarter-note triplet (67%), eighth (50%), and eighth-note triplet (33%).
- 11 [MEMORY] Button: Switches or saves memories (MANUAL, 1–127). Memories can be cycled by pressing the button or switched by holding it and turning the [TIME] knob.
- 12 MEMORY Indicator: Shows the currently selected memory. It is unlit if memory 5–127 is selected.
- 13 [ON/OFF] Switch: Toggles the delay effect on or off.
- 14 [MEMORY/TAP] Switch: Switches between memories or activates tap tempo mode. Pressing it at the tempo of a song allows for matching delay times.
Rear Panel (Connecting Your Equipment)
Proper connection order is important to prevent malfunctions:
- To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume and turn off all units before making any connections.
- A INPUT (A/MONO, B) Jacks: Connect your guitar, bass, or effect unit here. Use both A and B jacks for stereo output from an effect unit; use only the A jack for mono input. The INPUT A jack also serves as the power switch, turning the unit on when a plug is inserted.
- B OUTPUT (A/MONO, B) Jacks: Connect to your amplifier or monitor speakers. Use OUTPUT A for mono output. Stereo input sound is output in mono.
- C CTL 1, 2/EXP Jack: This jack can be used for external footswitches (FS-5U, FS-6, FS-7) to tap-input delay time or switch memories. It can also be used with an expression pedal (EV-30, Roland EV-5, etc.) to control delay time or effect volume. Use only specified pedals to avoid malfunction or damage.
Side Panel (Connecting Your Equipment)
- D DC IN Jack: Connects to an AC adaptor (PSA-seriesS). Use only the specified adaptor and ensure correct voltage. The unit draws power from the adaptor when connected.
- E MIDI Jacks: Connect external MIDI devices using a TRS/MIDI cable (BMIDI-5-35) to switch memories. Do not connect audio devices here, as it may cause malfunctions.
- F USB Port: Connect to a computer using a USB 2.0 compatible cable for program updates. Do not use charge-only micro USB cables.
Saving and Switching Memories
Saving to Memory:
- Long-press the [MEMORY] button. The display shows "Wrt."
- Turn the [TIME] knob to select the save-destination (MAN, 1–127). Alternatively, press the [MEMORY] button to select. Press [TAP DIVISION] to cancel.
- Long-press the [MEMORY] button to confirm. The memory is saved. If saving to MAN, panel settings become the default values for other controls.
Switching Memories:
- Press the [MEMORY] button to cycle through memories (MAN → 1 → 2 → ... → 127 → MAN). Memories can also be switched by holding the [MEMORY] button and turning the [TIME] knob. The MEMORY indicator is unlit for memories 5–127.
What is "MAN" (manual)?: In "MAN" mode, the delay uses the actual knob positions. Delay time and TAP DIVISION settings are recalled from memory.
Performing with Phrase Loops
The DD-200 features a looper for recording and playing back sound in real-time to create layered performances.
- Entering/Exiting Looper Mode: Press the [ON/OFF] and [MEMORY/TAP] switches simultaneously. The display shows "LoP." Maximum recording time is approximately 60 seconds (mono).
- Record: Record your guitar or bass performance. (Uses [ON/OFF] and [REC] functions).
- Overdub: While the recorded phrase plays, overdub an additional performance. Press the switch to change to playback. (Uses [ON/OFF] and [DUB] functions).
- Loop Playback: The phrase plays as a loop. Press the switch to change to overdubbing. (Uses [ON/OFF] and [PLY] functions).
- Stop: During overdubbing or playback, press the switch to stop. (Uses [MEMORY/TAP] and [STOP] functions).
- Clearing the Phrase: While stopped, hold the [MEMORY/TAP] switch for two seconds or longer to erase the recorded phrase. Recorded content is cleared when exiting looper mode and is not saved. The ON/OFF indicator lights up if data exists.
Overall Settings (Menu)
Basic Operation:
- Press [TAP DIVISION] and [MEMORY] buttons simultaneously to enter menu mode.
- Turn [TIME] knob to select a parameter, then press [TIME] knob. The value is displayed.
- Turn [TIME] knob to edit the value.
- Press [TIME] knob to confirm.
- Press [TAP DIVISION] and [MEMORY] buttons simultaneously to exit menu mode.
Assigning Functions to External Pedals:
Connect footswitches (FS-5U, FS-6, FS-7) to the CTL 1, 2/EXP jack to tap-input delay time or switch memories. Use menu items "C1F" or "C2F" for these settings.
Diagrams show typical footswitch connections and polarity switch settings.
Menu Parameter List
The DD-200 offers extensive menu settings for customizing its behavior:
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
| C-ry (CARRYOVER) | Specifies if the effect sound is carried over (on) or not (OFF) when switching sounds or turning off the delay. |
| tHd (TEMPO HOLD) | Specifies if the tempo (BPM) is held (on) or changed (OFF) when switching sounds. |
| SWF (ON/OFF FUNCTION) | Assigns functions to the [ON/OFF] switch, [MEMORY/TAP] switch, and footswitches. Options include OFF (no operation), SW (ON/OFF SWITCH), MoM (MOMENT - sound only while held), and Fad (FADE - sound fades in/out). |
| MFC (MEMORY FUNCTION) | Controls memory selection and increment/decrement. Options include MANUAL, memory selection (M-1 to M.27), MEMORY UP/DOWN, MEMORY UP/DOWN with ON/OFF toggle, TAP TEMPO, HOLD, WARP (feedback/volume control), TWIST (rotating effect), and ROLL modes (delay time fractions). |
| C1F (CTL1 FUNCTION) | Assigns functions to the CTL 1 jack, similar to SWF and MFC options. |
| C2F (CTL2 FUNCTION) | Assigns functions to the CTL 2 jack, similar to SWF and MFC options. |
| EPF (EXPRESSION FUNCTION) | Specifies the function of an expression pedal. Options include OFF, TIME/BPM, FEEDBACK, E.LEVEL, MOD DEPTH, PARAM, and INPUT LEVEL control. |
| EPn (EXPRESSION MIN) / EPM (EXPRESSION MAX) | Define the variable range for parameters controlled by the expression pedal. |
| SWP (ON/OFF PREFERENCE) / MEP (MEMORY PREFERENCE) / C1P (CTL1 PREFERENCE) / C2P (CTL2 PREFERENCE) / EPP (EXPRESSION PREFERENCE) | Determine if settings are recalled from memory (MEM) or fixed (SYS). |
| Out (OUTPUT MODE) | Selects output behavior: NORMAL (stereo/mono), DIRECT/EFFECT (direct on A, effect on B), or DIRECT MUTE (no direct sound). |
| EtF (MEMORY EXTENT FROM) / EtT (MEMORY EXTENT TO) | Specify the range for memory switching. |
MIDI Settings:
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
| RCH (MIDI RECEIVE CHANNEL) | Sets the MIDI receive channel (1-16, OFF). |
| tCH (MIDI TRANSMIT CHANNEL) | Sets the MIDI transmit channel (1-16, RECEIVE, OFF). |
| Pin (PC IN) | Enables/disables program change reception. |
| Pot (PC OUT) | Enables/disables program change transmission. |
| Correspondence between memories and program numbers | MAN corresponds to program number 1; MEMORY 1-127 correspond to program numbers 2-128. |
| CCi (CC IN) | Enables/disables control change reception for MIDI control of knobs/footswitches. |
| CCO (CC OUT) | Enables/disables control change transmission. |
| Controller Number Settings (TMC, FbC, ELC, PRC, TnC, MdC, SWC, MEC, C1C, C2C, EPC, EFC) | Specify controller numbers (OFF, 1-31, 64-95) for various functions, including TIME, FEEDBACK, E.LEVEL, PARAM, TONE, MOD DEPTH, ON/OFF SWITCH, MEMORY, CTL 1, CTL 2, EXPRESSION, and EFFECT ON/OFF. |
Synchronization and Realtime Settings:
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Syn (SYNC) | Synchronizes tempo to INTERNAL or AUTO (MIDI clock if available). |
| RtS (REALTIME SOURCE) | Sets the source for realtime messages (INTERNAL or MIDI IN). |
| MtH (MIDI THRU) | Enables/disables retransmission of MIDI messages from MIDI IN to MIDI OUT. |
| LoP (LOOP SWITCH) | Enables/disables the looper function. If OFF, looper mode cannot be entered. |
| Program Number to Memory Mapping (P1-P9, P10-P99, P.00-P.28) | Maps received program numbers to specific memories (e.g., P1-P9 map to memories 1-9). Setting to OFF turns the effect off. |
Appendix
Returning to the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)
- While holding down [ON/OFF] and [MEMORY/TAP] switches, turn on the power. The display shows "FCt."
- Press the [MEMORY/TAP] switch. The display shows "Sur." Press [MEMORY] to cancel.
- Press the [MEMORY/TAP] switch again to execute the reset.
- When the display shows "FIn," turn the power off and on again.
Installing Batteries
Insert batteries (AA, LR6) with correct orientation. Batteries should be installed/replaced before connecting other devices to prevent damage. Use alkaline batteries. If batteries are installed, the unit may turn off when connecting/disconnecting AC power; turn off the unit first to avoid data loss. Handle the unit carefully when turning it over to avoid damaging controls. Improper battery handling can cause explosion or leakage; refer to safety guidelines. A "Lo" display indicates low batteries.
Attaching the Rubber Feet
Attach the included rubber feet to the designated locations on the bottom of the unit to prevent floor damage.
Main Specifications
BOSS DD-200: DIGITAL DELAY
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 3, AC adaptor (sold separately) |
| Current Draw | 225 mA |
| Expected Battery Life (Continuous Use) | Alkaline: Approx. 4 Hours (varies with usage conditions) |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 101 mm x 138 mm x 63 mm (4" x 5-7/16" x 2-1/2") 101 mm x 138 mm x 65 mm (4" x 5-7/16" x 2-9/16") (including rubber foot) |
| Weight | 680 g / 1 lb 8 oz (including batteries) |
| Accessories | Owner's Manual, Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY", Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 3, Rubber foot x 4 |
| Options | AC adaptor: PSA-S series Footswitch: FS-5U Dual footswitch: FS-6, FS-7 Expression pedal: FV-500H, FV-500L, EV-30, Roland EV-5 MIDI/TRS connecting cable: BMIDI-5-35 |
Note: 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms. Specifications are subject to change. Refer to the Roland website for the latest information.
USING THE UNIT SAFELY/IMPORTANT NOTES
CAUTION: Keep small items out of the reach of children
To prevent accidental ingestion, keep small parts like included rubber feet out of reach of children.
Repairs and Data
Before sending the unit for repair, back up your data or write down necessary information. Roland cannot guarantee data restoration, especially if memory sections are physically damaged. Roland is not liable for lost stored content.
Additional Precautions
- Data can be lost due to equipment failure or incorrect operation. Regularly back up your data.
- Roland is not liable for restoration of lost stored content.
- Do not use connection cables with built-in resistors.
Intellectual Property Right
- Recording, copying, or distributing copyrighted material without permission is illegal.
- Do not use this product in ways that infringe third-party copyrights.
- This product uses third-party open source software (Apache License, Version 2.0). A copy of the license is available at http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0.
- Roland and BOSS are registered trademarks of Roland Corporation.
- Company and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.
- Company and product names are used for descriptive purposes regarding DSP-emulated sounds.
