BOSS BCB-1000 Pedal Board Owner's Manual

Introduction

Before using this unit, carefully read "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES." After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference.

Effect Unit Installation Examples

By using the slits in the plate to route the cables behind the plate, you can hide the cabling to get a clean layout. You can install a commercially available power supply under the plate. To secure the effect units, use commercially available hook-and-loop fasteners.

[Diagram showing various pedalboard configurations and cable routing behind the plate.]

Removing the Plate

If you want to route cables behind the plate, your work will be easier if you remove the plate from the bottom case. To remove the plate from the bottom case, turn the bottom case over and loosen the coin screws at the four corners.

[Diagram illustrating the bottom case, the removable plate, and four coin screws labeled "Loosen" and "Tighten".]

Caution: Take care that the plate does not fall when you loosen the coin screws. When attaching the plate to the bottom case, make sure that the cables you installed are not pinched between the bottom case and the plate, and then tighten the coin screws.

Before You Use the Case

Parts and functions of the top case

[Diagram of the top case highlighting different parts.]

A Top Handle: Use this to carry the case.
B Side Handle: Use this to carry the case.
C Pulling Handle: Use this to pull the case. By pulling the handle out while pressing the button, you can adjust the length.
D Casters: Use these to pull the case. Note that malfunctions may occur if sand or dust adheres to the casters, or if threads wrap around them.

Attaching the top case

Before carrying the case, align the four fasteners of the top case with the bottom case, and press the fasteners inward until you hear them click into place.

[Diagram showing the top and bottom case halves aligning and fasteners clicking into place.]

Connecting the Equipment

Simply connect the INPUT/OUTPUT jacks of the plate to your guitar and amp, and you’re ready to perform. To connect the pedals, use the SEND/RETURN jacks located on the back of the plate.

[Diagram showing the rear panel of the BCB-1000 with numbered jacks and connections to a guitar and amplifiers.]

1 INPUT jack: Connect your guitar.
2 OUTPUT A jack: Connect your guitar amp.
3 OUTPUT B jack: Connect your guitar amp. Use these for stereo output, or if you want an output that is separate from the OUTPUT A jack.
4 SEND jack: This outputs the signal that is input to the INPUT jack. Connect this to the input of your effect unit.
5 RETURN A jack: Connect this to the output of your effect unit. The signal is output to the OUTPUT A jack.
6 RETURN B jack: Connect this to the output of your effect unit. The signal is output to the OUTPUT B jack.

Main Specifications

Connectors	INPUT Jack (1/4” phone type) SEND Jack (1/4” phone type) RETURN A/B Jack (1/4” phone type) OUTPUT A/B Jack (1/4” phone type)
Dimensions	558 (W) x 354 (D) x 194 (H) mm 22 (W) x 14 (D) x 7-5/8 (H) inches
Pedal installation dimensions	496 (W) x 293 (D) x 94 (H) mm (front) 496 (W) x 293 (D) x 80 (H) mm (back) 19-1/2 (W) x 11-1/2 (D) x 3-3/4 (H) inches (front) 19-1/2 (W) x 11-1/2 (D) x 3-1/8 (H) inches (back)
Weight	6.7 kg (14 lbs 13 oz)
Accessories	Owner’s Manual

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.

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

About WARNING and CAUTION Notices

[Risk of severe injury or death] Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.

[Risk of injury or material damage] Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly. * Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.

About the Symbols

[General Warning/Caution Symbol] The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings. The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

[Forbidden Action Symbol - e.g., Do Not Disassemble] The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled.

[Mandatory Action Symbol - e.g., Unplug] The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING

WARNING

Do not disassemble or modify by yourself: 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 place in an unstable location: Otherwise, you risk injury as the result of the unit toppling over or dropping down.
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

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.
Take care so as not to get fingers pinched: When handling the following moving parts, take care so as not to get fingers, toes, etc., pinched. Whenever a child uses the unit, an adult should be on hand to provide supervision and guidance.
- Case
- Handles
- Plate
Keep small items out of the reach of children: To prevent accidental ingestion of the parts listed below, always keep them out of the reach of small children.
- Removable Parts (Coin screws)

CAUTION (Continued)

Take care not to injure your fingers, etc.: When handling the plate, take care that the edge of the openings or components do not cut your fingers, etc.
Take care to avoid burns: The casters might be hot after the unit has been pulled. Take care not to burn yourself.
Use the pulling Handle correctly: Do not lift the unit by the pulling Handle, or apply excessive force to the pulling Handle. Doing so might cause damage or malfunctions.
Do not use the casters inappropriately: Do not use the casters on stairsteps or when there are differences in level; use the handles of the unit instead. Using the casters in an inappropriate situation might cause damage or malfunction.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Placement: Depending on the material and temperature of the surface on which you place the unit, its rubber feet may discolor or mar the surface.
Maintenance: Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.
Additional Precautions:
- 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.
- When opening/closing the cover, please be careful not to get your fingers pinched between the movable part and the unit. In places where small children are present, make sure that an adult provides supervision and guidance.

Intellectual Property Rights

Roland and BOSS 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.

Roland Service Centers and Distributors

When you need repair service, access this URL and find your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country: http://roland.cm/service

Manufacturer and Importer Information

Manufacturer: Roland Corporation, 2036-1 Nakagawa, Hosoe-cho, Kita-ku, Hamamatsu, Shizuoka 431-1304, JAPAN

Importer (For EU Countries): Roland Corporation, ENA 23 Zone 1 nr. 1620 Klaus-Michael Kuehnelaan 13, 2440 Geel, BELGIUM

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