BOSS KATANA-MINI X: Read Me First

Contents of the Package

• Main unit (KATANA-MINI X)
• Leaflet “Read Me First” (this document)
• USB cable for charging

How to charge this unit

Use a commercially available USB AC adaptor (at least 5 V/1.5 A).

1. Slide the [POWER] switch on this unit to the side to turn off the power. Although you can recharge the unit while it is powered on, the unit charges faster when it's off.
2. Connect the commercially available USB AC adaptor (at least 5 V/1.5 A) to the USB port of this unit with the included USB cable.

The POWER indicator blinks orange while the unit is charging (the indicator stays lit orange if the unit is powered on).

The POWER indicator goes dark once charging is finished (the indicator lights up red if the unit is powered on).

NOTE

• Even if you do not intend to use this unit for a long time, recharge the internal Ni-MH battery once every three months to avoid degradation.
• Temperature range: during use: 0–40°C, when charge: 5–30°C (*1), when storage: 10–35°C.
• (*1) In order to take full advantage of the battery’s performance, we recommend that you charge it in a temperature range of 5°C–30°C.
• If the time that the unit can run on battery power only (without power supplied from the USB AC adaptor) is getting short, the battery life might improve if you do a “refresh recharge”. For details, refer to the Owner’s Manual (BOSS website).

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

WARNING

• Do not disassemble or modify by yourself: [Forbidden] Do not carry out anything unless you are instructed to do so in the owner’s manual. Otherwise, you risk causing malfunction.
• Do not repair or replace parts by yourself: Be sure to contact your dealer, a Roland service center, or an official Roland dealer. For a list of Roland service centers and official Roland dealers, refer to the Roland website.
• Do not use or store in the following types of locations:
  • Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment);
  • Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors);
  • Exposed to steam or smoke;
  • Subject to salt exposure;
  • Exposed to rain;
  • Dusty or sandy;
  • Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness;
  • Placed in a poorly ventilated location.
• Do not place in an unstable location: Otherwise, you risk injury as the result of the unit toppling over or dropping down.
• Avoid extended use at high volume: Use of the unit at high volume for extended periods of time may cause hearing loss. If you ever experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit and consult a specialized physician.
• Do not allow foreign objects or liquids to enter unit; never place containers with liquid on unit: Do not place containers containing liquid (e.g., flower vases) on this product. Never allow foreign objects (e.g., flammable objects, coins, wires) or liquids (e.g., water or juice) to enter this product. Doing so may cause short circuits, faulty operation, or other malfunctions.
• Turn off the unit if an abnormality or malfunction occurs: In the following cases, immediately turn off the power and contact your dealer, a Roland service center, or an official Roland dealer for service.
  • If smoke or unusual odor occurs;
  • Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the unit;
  • The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has become wet);
  • The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
  For a list of Roland service centers and official Roland dealers, refer to the Roland website.
• Be cautious to protect children from injury: Always make sure that an adult is on hand to provide supervision and guidance when using the unit in places where children are present, or when a child will be using the unit.
• Do not drop or subject to strong impact: Otherwise, you risk causing damage or malfunction.

CAUTION

• Route all power cords and cables in such a way as to prevent them from getting entangled: Injury could result if someone were to trip on a cable and cause the unit to fall or topple.
• Avoid climbing on top of the unit, or placing heavy objects on it: Otherwise, you risk injury as the result of the unit toppling over or dropping down.
• Disconnect all cords/cables before moving the unit: Damage or malfunction may result if you fail to disconnect all cables before moving the unit.
• Handle leaking batteries carefully:
  • Do not touch the liquid with your bare hands.
  • If any of the leaking fluid gets into your eyes, the loss of vision may result. Do not rub your eyes; use clean water to flush them thoroughly. Then, promptly see a doctor.
  • Burning of the skin or dermatitis may result if fluid has gotten onto your skin or clothing. Use clean water to flush affected areas thoroughly; then, promptly see a doctor.

IMPORTANT NOTES

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.
• This unit may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this unit in the vicinity of such receivers.
• Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch them off.
• When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation has completely evaporated.
• Depending on the material and temperature of the surface on which you place the unit, its rubber feet may discolor or mar the surface.
• Do not place containers or anything else containing liquid on top of this unit. Also, whenever any liquid has been spilled on the surface of this unit, be sure to promptly wipe it away using a soft, dry cloth.

Maintenance

• Never use benzine, 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 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 others nearby, try to keep the unit’s volume at reasonable levels.
• 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.
• 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.

Caution Regarding Radio Frequency Emissions

• The following actions may subject you to penalty of law:
• Disassembling or modifying this device.
• Removing the certification label affixed to the back of this device.
• Using this device in a country other than where it was purchased.

Intellectual Property Right

• The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Roland is under license.
• Roland, BOSS, , KATANA, and Tube Logic are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
• Company names and product names appearing in this document are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners.

Declarations of Conformity

Supplier's Declaration of Conformity

Compliance Information Statement

Model Name: KTN-MINI X
Type of Equipment: Guitar Amplifier
Responsible Party: Roland Corporation U.S.
Address: 5100 S. Eastern Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938
Telephone: (323) 890-3700

For the USA

European Community Declaration of Conformity

Hereby, Roland Corporation declares that the radio equipment type Bluetooth is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://roland.cm/bossRED_DoC

This unit has an RF transmitter(s) with the following specification:

• Operating frequency: 2402–2480 MHz
• Conduct power <1 dBm

For EU countries