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book 1
Owners Manual
Main Features
Worlds first octave pedal equipped with a polyphonic octave
function capable of polyphonic input, freeing guitarists from the
limitations of performing with monophonic input.
Features OC-2 mode for compatibility with that widely popular oc-
tave pedal. In addition to single octave capabilities, this unit also al-
lows you to blend in sounds two octaves below the original sound.
Includes a Drive mode for creating wild octave effects in addi-
tion to adding distortion to sounds.
Equipped with a BASS IN jack for octave effects especially suited
AC DC for basses. Plug into the BASS IN jack, and the OC-3s internal pro-
cessing switches to the optimal conditions for use with basses.
AC & BATTERY
POWERED DIRECT OUT enables separate output of the direct and octave sounds.
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Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of BOSS OC-3 SUPER Octave.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: USING THE UNIT SAFELY and
IMPORTANT NOTES (separate sheet). These sections provide important information con-
cerning the proper operation of the unit.
Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature pro-
vided by your new unit, this manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be
saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
A battery is supplied with the unit. The life of this battery may be limited, however, since
its primary purpose was to enable testing.
Copyright 2003 BOSS CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the
written permission of BOSS CORPORATION.
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Turn down the guitar or bass tone when playing Using the OC-3 in POLY mode (p. 7) provides a
in the lower registers or if the OC-3 is output- more stable octave sound than in other modes.
ting sounds incorrectly.
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Panel Descriptions
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1. AC Adaptor Jack
1 2 Accepts connection of an AC Adaptor (op-
tionally available BOSS PSA-Series). By us-
ing an AC Adaptor, you can play without
being concerned about how much battery
power you have left.
* As soon as you connect the AC adaptor, the unit is
turned on.
3 * If there are batteries in the unit while an AC
adaptor is being used, normal operation will
4 continue should the line voltage be interrupted
(power blackout or power cord disconnection).
* Use only the specified AC adaptor (PSA-Series).
2. CHECK Indicator
5 This indicator shows whether an effect is
ON/OFF, and also doubles as the Battery
Check indicator. The indicator lights when
an effect is ON.
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Panel Descriptions
* If this indicator goes dim or no longer lights while * The units functions differ according to how it is
an effect is ON, the battery is near exhaustion and connected. Refer to Connections (p. 8).
should be replaced immediately. For instructions on * When running the unit on battery power, the
changing the battery, refer to Changing the GUITAR IN and BASS IN jacks double as power
Battery (p. 12). switches. Power to the unit is turned on when you
* The CHECK indicator shows whether the effect is plug into the GUITAR IN or BASS IN jack; the
being applied or not. It does not indicate whether power is turned off when the cable is unplugged. Be
the power to the device is on or not. sure to disconnect any cord plugged into the GUITAR
IN or BASS IN jack when not using this effects
3. DIRECT OUT Jack, device. When the AC adaptor is used, the power
OUTPUT (MONO) Jack remains on at all times, and this function is disabled.
The output jacks are used to connect the unit
to an amplifier or another effects unit. 5. Pedal Switch
* Output may vary according to the connections. Used for switching effects on/off.
Refer to Outputting the Direct Sound and Octave
Sound Separately (p. 11). 6. Thumbscrew
When this screw is loosened, the pedal will
4. GUITAR IN Jack, BASS IN Jack open, allowing you to change the battery.
These jacks accept input signals (coming * For instructions on changing the battery, refer to
from a guitar, a bass, some other musical in- Changing the Battery (p. 12).
strument, or another effects unit).
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Panel Descriptions
fig.02
7. DIRECT LEVEL Knob
7 8 9 10 This adjusts the volume of the direct sound.
Turn the knob to the right (clockwise) to in-
crease the direct sound.
This adjusts the total volume level when the
MODE knob (10.) is set to DRIVE.
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Panel Descriptions
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Connections
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AC Adaptor
BOSS PSA-series
(option)
Bass
Guitar
Guitar Amplifier
(Bass Amplifier) For mono use,
make the connection to * The GUITAR IN jack is given priority.
the OUTPUT (MONO) jack.
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Connections
* When running the unit on battery power, inserting a plug into the GUITAR IN or BASS IN
Jack will automatically switch the unit on.
* The use of an AC adaptor is recommended as the units power consumption is relatively high.
Should you prefer to use batteries, please use the alkaline type.
* To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the
volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.
* If there are batteries in the unit while an AC adaptor is being used, normal operation will
continue should the line voltage be interrupted (power blackout or power cord disconnection).
* Once the connections have been completed (p. 8), turn on power to your various devices in
the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction
and/or damage to speakers and other devices.
When powering up: Turn on the power to your guitar amp last.
When powering down: Turn off the power to your guitar amp first.
* Always make sure to have the volume level turned down before switching on power. Even
with the volume all the way down, you may still hear some sound when the power is switched
on, but this is normal, and does not indicate a malfunction.
* When operating on battery power only, the units indicator will become dim when battery
power gets too low. Replace the battery as soon as possible.
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When the OC-3 is in DRIVE mode (p. 7) while DIRECT OUT is connected, the direct sound (with-
out the distortion applied) is output from DIRECT OUT. Taking sounds with effects added using
a multi-effects processor or other such device and the sounds in DRIVE mode and playing them
through multiple amps allows you to produce an extremely low sound with greater separation.
In such settings, the DIRECT LEVEL knob (p. 6) adjusts the direct sound level.
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Troubleshooting
Power wont come on / CHECK indicator doesnt light:
Is the specified adaptor (PSA-series; Is your guitar (or bass) properly connect-
sold separately) properly connected? ed to the GUITAR IN (or BASS IN) jack?
Check the connection once more (p. 8). Check the connection once more (p. 8).
* Never use any AC adapter other than one specified * To prevent useless depletion of the battery when the
for use with the OC-3. unit is running on battery power, the power is
switched on only when a cable is plugged in to the
Is the battery low or dead?
GUITAR IN or BASS IN jack.
Replace with a new battery (p. 12). * The CHECK indicator shows whether the effect is
* The battery that was supplied with the unit is for being applied or not. It does not indicate whether
temporary use, intended primarily for testing its the power to the device is on or not.
operation. For extended use, we suggest replacing it
with an alkaline battery.
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Troubleshooting
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Setting Samples
Unison Heavy Riff
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Setting Samples
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Main Specifications
OC-3: SUPER Octave
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Main Specifications
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For EU Countries
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit.
For Canada
NOTICE
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
AVIS
Cet appareil numrique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Rglement sur le matriel brouilleur du Canada.
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