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1. rear of the 50 Changing Numbers Using the Number Shift A B Pedal and the Number Pedals you can select numbers 1 to 10 Numbers 1 to 10 corre spond to Program Change numbers 1 to 10 respectively By selecting A or B with the Number Shift Pedal you can select numbers 1 to 5 or 6 to 10 as shown below 014778 e J 4 9 6 7 9 10 With the Number Indicators and Number Shift Indicators you can determine what number is currently set Setting a Program Change Number Example 1 Setting Program Change number 8 O Bank 0 8 Number 8 X Example 2 Setting Program Change number 12 10 Bank 1 2 Number 12 2 7 Example 3 Setting Program Change number 120 110 Bank 11 10 Number 120 i RET rn 151305 FC 50 eoo n The highest Program Change number is 128 Setting a num ber higher than 128 will cause the Pedal Indicators to flash indicating that no Program Change message is being transmit ted CHANGE MESSAGES The FC 50 can accept connection of a maximum of two exter nal expression pedals and two foot switches This allows you to control a connected MIDI instrument in real time with Control Change messages The Control Change jacks on the rear of the FC 50 correspond to the following Control Change numbers Expre
2. not occur a particular installation It this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment and off the user s encouraged to try to correct the interference by the following measure Disconnect other devices and their input output cables one at a time the interference stops is caused by ether the other device oc ids EU cable These devices usually require Roland designated shielded cables For Roland devices you the proper cabie your dealer For non Roland devices contact the manufacturer or dealer for assistance your equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception you can try to using one oc mare of the folowing measures Turn the TV radio antenna until the interference stops Move the equipment to one side or the other ol the TV or radio Move the equipment farther away from the TV or radio Plug the equipment into an outlet that is on a different circuit than the TV or radio That is make certam Ihe equipment and the radio or television set am on orcum con trolled by different circuit breakers or fuses Consider installing a rooftop television antenna with coaxial cable leadan between the antenna and M necessary you should consul your dealer expenenced radio tetevision technician for additional suggestions You may find helplul the following booklet prepare
3. 0 employs a two way Battery AC power supply Q During battery operation the Economy Mode can be used to effectively extend battery life by about twice as long as usual When the battery voltage is low a warning indicator will appear LEDs enable easy confirmation of operational status even on a dimly lit stage Q Cable Hook is provided to prevent the unit from being disconnected accidentally during AC operation IMPORTANT NOTES When using an AC adaptor use only the specified device PSA 120 220 or 240 depending on the line voltage in your installation Use of any other power adaptor could result in damage malfunction or electric shock Power Supply Q Before connecting this unit to other devices turn off the power to all units this will help prevent damage or malfunction Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any device that will generate line noise an electric motor or variable lighting system for example The power supply required for this unit is shown on its nameplate rear panel Ensure that the line voltage in your installation meets this requirement Avoid damaging the power cord do not step on it place heavy objects on it etc When disconnecting the AC adaptor from the outlet grasp the plug itself never pull on the cord the unit is to remain unused for a long period of time unplug the power cord When installing or replacing batteries refer to BATTERY REPLACE
4. MENT page 12 Placement Do not subject the unit to temperature extremes e g direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle Avoid using or storing the unit in dusty or humid areas Q This unit may interfere with radio and television reception Do not use this unit in the vicinity of such receivers Maintenance For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water To remove stubborn dirt use a mild neutral non abrasive detergent Afterwards be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft dry cloth Never use benzine thinners alcohol or solvents of any kind to avoid the risk of discoloration and or deformation Additional Precautions Q Protect the unit from strong impact Do not allow objects or liquids of any kind to penetrate the unit In the event of such an occurrence discontinue use immediately Contact qualified service personnel as Soon as possible Q Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display Should a malfunction occur or if you suspect there is a problem discontinue use immediately Contact qualified service personnel as soon as possible Q To prevent the risk of electric shock do not open the unit The unit does not contain any user serviceable parts Changing Batteries Avoid using new batteries together with old ones Also avoid mixing different types of batteries e g regular carbon and alkaline batteries When replac
5. UBOSS FC 50 MIDI FOOT CONTROLLER Owner s Manual 0313055 FC 50 CONTROLLER 2 7 3 g 4 9 For Germany Bescheinigung des Herstellers Importeurs Hiermit wird bescheinigt der die das in bereinstimmung mit den Bestimmungen der Amtsbl Vig 1046 1984 P Amtsblattvertugung funk entst rt ist Der Deutschen Bundespost wurde das Inverkehrbringen dieses Ger tes angezeigt und die Berechtigung zur berpr fung der Serie auf Einhaltung der Bestimmungen einger umt Name des Herstellers Importeurs For the USA RADIO AND TELEVISION INTERFERENCE WARNING This equipment has been vented to comply with the limits for Class computing device pursuant to Subpart 1 0l Parr 15 of FCC rues Operation with non certihed or equipment is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception The equipment descnbed in this manual generates and uses radio frequency energy It it is not installed and used properly that is in strict accordance with our instructions 11 may cause mterference with radio and television reception This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the imis for a Class B computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules These rules are designed to provide reasonable protection against such a interterence in rasidential installation However there is no guarantee that the interference will
6. annel Changed 1 18 x Default x Messages x Altered KKK KKK KK xk x True Voice ARR KKK KKK Note ON Velocity Note OFF x x After Key s x Touch Ch s x 7 EXP x Volume 1 16 EXP2 x General purpose controller 1 64 CTL x Hold 1 80 O CTL2 General purpose controller 1 Control Change Prog a x Change True 127 Song Pos Song Sel Tune System Clock x Real Time Commands x Local ON OFF Aux All Notes OFF Messages Active Sense Reset System Common Can be transmitted when the external pedal is connected Notes Mode 1 OMNI ON POLY Mode 2 OMNI ON MONO O Yes Mode 3 OMNI OFF POLY Mode 4 OMNI OFF MONO x No SPECIFICATIONS Controis Pedal x 6 Bank Shift Buttons UP DOWN Power Switch Display Bank Display 7 segment indicators Number Indicators x 5 Number Shift Indicators CONNECTORS MIDI OUT Bank Shift Jacks UP DOWN Control Pedal Jacks 1 2 Expression Pedal Jacks 1 2 AC Adaptor Jack Power DC9V 1 5V R6 AA type x 6 AC Adaptor PSA 120 220 or 240 Q Power Consumption under normal conditions 40 mA in the ON mode 28 mA in the ECONOMY mode Q Expected battery life with supplied batteries 15 hours or greater in the ON mode 30 hours or greater in the ECONOMY mode G Dimensions 423 W x 135 D x 40 H mm 16 11 16 x 5 5 16 x 1 9 16 OG Weight 1 6kg 3 5 16 including batteries QG Acces
7. d by the Federal Communications Commission How to Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems This booklet is available from the US Government Printing Office Washington DC 20402 Stock 004 000 00345 4 For Canada CLASS B NOTICE This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications CLASSE B AVIS Cet appareil num rique ne d passe pas les limites de la classe B au niveau des missions de bruits radio lectriques fixes dans le R glement des signaux parasites par le ministere canadien des Communications Copyright 1991 BOSS Corporation All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of BOSS Corporation Thank you for purchasing the BOSS FC 50 MIDI Foot Controller The FC 50 is a foot controller that can control other MIDI instruments and devices the BOSS SE 50 for example To make the best use of the FC 50 please read this Owner s Manual carefully 6 sturdy pedals mounted on a solid baseboard Program Change information can be transmitted using only the pedals and buttons Q FC 50 can accept connection of two external expression pedals and two foot switches This allows you to control the connected MIDI instrument in real time with Control Change messages The FC 5
8. ing batteries be sure to insert them correctly ensure correct polarity the batteries whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time BIPANEL DESCRIPTIONS lt Front Panel gt oa mm ne mi A T_T L3 1918065 FC 5O covroLLER Number Pedals 1 to 5 Bank Display Number Indicators 1 to 5 Dot Number Shift Pedal Bank Shift Buttons UP DOWN Number Shift Indicators lt Rear Panel gt Q Cable Hook Control Pedal Jack 1 2 Q AC Adaptor Jack Expression Pedal Jack 1 2 Power Switch MIDI OUT Connector Bank Shift Jacks UP DOWN x When using an expression pedal with the FC 50 be sure to use a Roland EV 5 or BOSS EV 10 Use of any other pedal may cause operational errors BICONNECTIONS Connection to another MIDI device e g an SE 50 MIDI IN MIDI Cables optional AC Adaptor PSA 120 220 or 240 optional MIDI OUT m 66 FC 50 Foor Vs Before making any connections turn all devices off When using the AC adaptor loop the power cable around the Cable Hook as shown below The FC 50 is shipped without the batteries installed Refer to BATTERY REPLACEMENT page 12 when you wish to install the batteries Ensure that all connections are correct and secure Turn the FC 50 s Power s
9. sories Owner s Manual Batteries 1 5V R6 AA type x 6 Q Options MIDI Cables MSC 15 1 5m MSC 25 2 5m MSC 50 5 0m MSC 100 10m Specifications and or appearance of this product are subject to change without prior notice Products of Roland 15 Roland 2604061700 UPC 2604061700 As of FEB 14 1991 2604061700 91 3 3 115
10. ssion Pedal EXP1 Main Volume 7 EXP2 General Purpose Controller 16 Control Pedal CTL1 Hold 64 CTL2 General Purpose Controller 80 represents a Control Change number CTL 2 CTL1 EXP 2 EXP 1 HOLD VOLUME 3 22222222 eres 252255 Control Pedal FS 5L FS 5U i Expression Pedal EV 5 Roland EV 10 x Either a latch type FS 5L or unlatch type FS 5U foot switch can be connected to each Control Pedal Jack Latch Type Pressing the pedal turns a connected unit or function ON or OFF Unlatch Type Only while the pedal is being pressed the ON OFF status can be changed x When you connect the FC 50 to the SE 50 set the function s you wish to control to match the Control Change number s 7 16 64 80 of the jack s you use MIDI CHANNEL The FC 50 s default MIDI channel is channel 1 If you wish to change the default channel follow this procedure The MIDI channel you set will not be stored in memory It will be necessary to set the MIDI channel each time the unit is turned on D Switch on the unit while holding the Number Shift A B Pedal down 2 Select the desired MIDI channel using the Bank Shift Buttons The Bank Display shows the MIDI channel currently selected Display foe 5 When any of MIDI channels 10 to 16 is selected the Dot in the upper left hand corner of the displa
11. witch to the ON or ECONOMY position Turn on the other devices POWER ECONOMY OFF Ke About the Economy Mode When the FC 50 is being operated with batteries the Economy mode can be used to effectively extend battery life by about twice as long as usual The Bank Display may become somewhat dimmer and it may flicker a little but this is not an indication of a problem x The default MIDI channel of the FC 50 is channel 1 Refer to Changing MIDI Channels page 11 if you want to change the default setting When using the FC 50 with the BOSS SE 50 set the MIDI channel of the SE 50 to channel 1 as shown in the owner s manual of the SE 50 CHANGE NUMBERS A Program Change number is selected using the Bank button and Number pedals The Program Change message is trans mitted the moment the Bank Shift button or Number pedal is pressed Changing Banks Pressing a Bank Shift button UP or DOWN changes Bank numbers in sequence 0 to 12 Bank Display shows the Bank Number currently selected Display 1 e Banks 1 g When Bank 10 11 or 12 is selected the Dot in the upper left hand corner of the display will light Bank numbers 0 to 12 correspond to Program Change num bers as indicated in the following Banks PROGRAM CHANGE NUMBER You can change Bank numbers using a pedal by connecting a foot pedal FS 5U optional to the Bank Shift Jack on the
12. y will light 8 Press the Number Shift Pedal The MIDI channel has now been set REPLACEMENT When to replace the batteries When you are using the FC 50 on batteries alone the indica tors will flash when the voltage becomes low Replace the batteries with a new set 1 5V R6 AA type X 6 Even if the unit is set to ON it will automatically switch to the ECONOMY mode when the indicators begin to flash The indicators will continue to flash until the batteries are replaced How to replace batteries Do not mix new batteries with used ones Do not mix batteries of different types e g carbon and alkaline Be sure to insert the batteries correctly ensure correct polar ity MIDI FOOT CONTROLLER Model FC 50 MIDI Implementation 1 TRANSMITTED DATA Control change Status Second Third BnH ccH n MIDI channel number FH 1 16 cc Control numbe 07H 10H 40H 50H 7 16 64 80 vv Control Value 00H 7FH 0 127 This message can be transmitted when the external pedal is connected Program change Status Second CnH ppH n MIDI channel number FH 1 16 pp Program number 00H 0 127 This message is transmitted when the patch of FC 50 is changed Date Feb 16 1991 Version 1 00 155 14 MIDI FOOT CONTROLLER Date Feb 16 1991 Model FC 50 MIDI Implementation Chart Function Basic Default 1 Ch

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