Roland GK-3B Owner'S Manual Download Page 2

 

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY

 

001

 

• Before using this unit, make sure to read 

the instructions below, and the Owner’s 
Manual.

 

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002a

 

• Do not open or perform any internal 

modifications on the unit.

 

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003

 

• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace 

parts within it (except when this manual 
provides specific instructions directing you 
to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, 
the nearest Roland Service Center, or an 
authorized Roland distributor, as listed on 
the “Information” page.

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004

 

• Never use or store the unit in places that are:

 

• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., 

direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, 
near a heating duct, on top of heat-
generating equipment); or are

• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet 

floors); or are

• Humid; or are
• Exposed to rain; or are
• Dusty; or are
• Subject to high levels of vibration.

 

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007

 

• Make sure you always have the unit 

placed so it is level and sure to remain 
stable. Never place it on stands that could 
wobble, or on inclined surfaces.

 

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011

 

• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable 

material, coins, pins); or liquids of any 
kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate 
the unit.

 

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012d

 

• Immediately turn the power off, and 

request servicing by your retailer, the 
nearest Roland Service Center, or an 
authorized Roland distributor, as listed on 
the “Information” page when:
• If smoke or unusual odor occurs
• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has 

been spilled onto the unit; or

• The unit has been exposed to rain (or 

otherwise has become wet); or

• The unit does not appear to operate 

normally or exhibits a marked change 
in performance.

 

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013

 

• In households with small children, an 

adult should provide supervision until the 
child is capable of following all the rules 
essential for the safe operation of the unit.

 

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014

 

• Protect the unit from strong impact.
 

(Do not drop it!)

 

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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. 

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

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. 

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. 

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. 

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Summary of Contents for GK-3B

Page 1: ...tion of the unit Additionally in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit Owner s manual should be read in its entirety The manual should be s...

Page 2: ...unit has been exposed to rain or otherwise has become wet or The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance 013 In households with small children an adult shou...

Page 3: ...y 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...

Page 4: ...luded parts to be free of defects in materials and workmanship Contact your retailer or nearest Roland Service Center if repairs become necessary Roland cannot be responsible for any damage caused to...

Page 5: ...en the output from the connected GK device and the normal bass output Changing the GK Volume function also changes the function of this switch For more detailed information refer to the Owner s Manual...

Page 6: ...ually performing with the unit secure it with the screw If only the double sided tape is used to attach the controller shocks from rough handling during performances and from extended use will cause t...

Page 7: ...alling the Divided Pickup x 3 for installing the Controller x 2 for installing the Divided Pickup Pickup Cushion Pickup Spacer A Pickup Spacer B x 4 x 2 x 5 Pickup Spacer C x 4 Holder A Holder B Holde...

Page 8: ...ings i e in the case of a four string bass divide by three fig 1020e Example a distance of 57 mm 57 divided by 4 1 19 mm A gauge with pitches of 16 17 18 and 19 mm is printed on the GK 3B package and...

Page 9: ...G and the 5th string marker is directly below string 4 E Viewed from above fig 1060ae Viewed from the neck fig 1060be Depending on the GK compatible device it is possible to install the pickup so that...

Page 10: ...yet There are three types of pickup spacers A 3 mm B 1 mm and C 0 25 mm combine these as necessary to achieve the proper pickup height The pickup height should be set so that the clearance between the...

Page 11: ...Carefully examine the pickup in its current state and add a suitable number of spacers if the pickup is too low or remove one or more spacers if the pickup is too high 2 Remove the strings from the ba...

Page 12: ...t each end of the pickup on the bass s body 2 Remove the strings from the bass 3 Using a drill or similar means open pilot holes where the attachment screws are to go in If the pilot holes are not mad...

Page 13: ...eight slightly to see if this approach is effective If the springs are too long use a pair of wire clippers to cut them to the correct size Attaching the Controller There are two ways to attach the co...

Page 14: ...mended for basses with sufficient space on the bass s top to mount the controller p 15 fig 1170 Example 2 Mounting Over the Bridge If there is insufficient space to install the controller on the bass...

Page 15: ...fer to the figure to ensure the holder is attached correctly 2 Attach holder B so that the bass body is sandwiched between the two holders Make sure that Holder A is firmly pressed against the side su...

Page 16: ...ed to it to Holder B using the flat washers spring washers and screw 5 mm x 8 mm fig 1250e Spacer LP If Holder C makes contact with the strings and interferes with performance attach the controller cu...

Page 17: ...er to the figure to ensure the holder is attached correctly 2 Attach holder B so that the bass body is sandwiched between the two holders Make sure that Holder A is firmly pressed against the side sur...

Page 18: ...ion and carefully drill a pilot hole in the bass body where the controller s attachment hole is located The diameter of the hole should be about 2 mm 0 08 Confirm that there are no other problems in a...

Page 19: ...g the GK cable fig 2010 Connect the GK 3B only with dedicated GK cable supplied with Roland GK compatible devices and optional GK cables sold by Roland Use of any other cable may result in damage or m...

Page 20: ...round and the GK 3B s ground Even if you are not going to use the bass s straight sound at all always make this connection because of the noise reduction benefits it provides 3 Turn on the power to th...

Page 21: ...Parts for installation Owner s Manual Options GK Cables GKC 3 GKC 5 GKC 10 GK Parallel Box GKP 4 Unit Selector US 20 Dimensions fig 3010e In the interest of product development the specifications and...

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