3. AUX IN Jack

Connect a cable from here to the headphone jack of your CD player or other digital audio player. * The input to AUX IN is muted whenever a cable is connected to the INPUT jack. * With the factory settings, the RC-2 applies compensation to the AUX IN signal so that it sounds appropriate when played through a typical guitar amplifier. If youre using the RC-2 with a full-range speaker system, you can defeat this compensation if desired (Defeating AUX IN Compensation ; p. 22).

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4. OUTPUT Jack
Connect a guitar amp or monitor speaker here. * The OUTPUT jack also doubles as a power switch. Inserting a plug into the OUTPUT jack switches on the power; pull out the plug to switch the power off. To avoid unnecessary depletion of the battery, pull out the plug connected to the OUTPUT jack when youre not using the RC-2. * Do not connect headphones to the OUTPUT jack. Doing so may damage the headphones.
Phrase tracks Playback Overdubbing containing recorded phrases
Pressing the pedal twice in succession stops the recording, playback, or overdubbing. With loop phrases: Press the pedal twice within one second. With one-shot phrases: Press the pedal twice within 0.5 seconds.

5. INPUT Jack

Connect your guitar, bass, or other instrument here. * The input to AUX IN is muted whenever a cable is connected to the INPUT jack.
Technique for Stopping Operation
Example: When you want to stop at the end of a measure with a 4/4 time signature Press the pedal one time at the beginning of the fourth beat, then press it once again at the beginning of the first beat of the next measure.

6. STOP/TEMPO Jack

Connect an optional footswitch (FS-5U or FS-6) to this jack. The footswitch can be used to stop performances, set tempos, and switch phrases (p. 28). Using a special Roland PCS-31 connection cable (optional), you can connect two FS-5Us or an FS-6.

7. Pedal Switch

Pressing the pedal twice in quick succession stops the RC-2 during any of its operations (recording, playback, or overdubbing). Recording Playback Overdubbing

Stop First Second time time

Empty phrase tracks

Tempo Input Recording Playback Overdubbing (When MODE knob is set to
* With loop phrases, press the pedal twice within an interval of one second; with One Shot phrases, press the pedal within an interval of 0.5 seconds.

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8. Thumbscrew
Loosen this thumbscrew to open the pedal and facilitate battery replacement. * For instructions on replacing the battery, refer to Changing the Battery ; p. 38.

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10. GUIDE LEVEL Knob
This adjusts the volume level of the guide sound.
11. LOOP/ONE SHOT Indicator
This lights up when a phrase is saved to the selected phrase track. Green: loop phrase Red: one-shot phrase * A flashing light indicates that there is insufficient memory for recording or overdubbing (Temporary Memory; p. 31). * When the RC-2 lacks the memory required to save a phrase, the indicator flashes rapidly. * The indicator flashes rapidly while phrases are read from memory. Take care to prevent the power from being cut or turned off while the indicator is flashing rapidly. * The indicator flashes rapidly when a phrase is deleted from temporary memory (p. 31). (During this operation, the indicators color is yellow if there is no data stored in the currently selected phrase track.)

12. PHRASE SELECT KNOB

9. PHRASE LEVEL Knob
This adjusts the volume level of the phrase being played back. * This knob does not adjust the input level of the INPUT and AUX IN jacks or the volume of the guide sound. Use this to select the phrase track for saving or playback.

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13. TAP TEMPO/SELECT/ENTER Button
Use this when setting tempos, changing parameter values, and deleting and writing data. The function changes according to the position of the MODE knob.
MODE Knob Position , 4/4 , AUTO
Description Set the tempo by repeatedly pressing the button at the desired speed (Setting the tempo; p. 35). The indicator flashes at the same rate as the tempo. Switches the time signature each time the button is pressed (p. 36). (The time signature must be set before recording.) Switches the guide pattern each time the button is pressed (p. 36). Switches between loop and one-shot playback for the selected phrase track each time the button is pressed (p. 27). (This function is available only when data is stored in the selected phrase track.)

Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For information on cable specifications, contact the manufacturer of the cable.
* Once the connections have been completed, 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: When powering down: Turn on the power to your guitar amp last. Turn off the power to your guitar amp first.
* When operating on battery power only, the CHECK indicator will become dim when battery power gets too low. Replace the battery as soon as possible. * For detailed information about footswitches to connect to the STOP/TEMPO jack, refer to p. 28. * Do not connect headphones to the OUTPUT jack. Doing so may damage the headphones.

NOTE (Placement)

Depending on the material and temperature of the surface on which you place the unit, its bottom cover (rubber) may discolor or mar the surface. You can place a piece of felt or cloth under the bottom cover to prevent this from happening. If you do so, please make sure that the unit will not slip or move accidentally.

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Turning the Power On/Off

Turning On the Power

Insert the plug of the connection cable into the OUTPUT jack.
* This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate normally.

Turning Off the Power

Remove the plug of the connection cable from the OUTPUT jack.

Important <Note>

When turning on the power while a recorded track is being selected (the LOOP/ONE SHOT indicator is lit), the indicators on the front panel flash in a sequential order, and the LOOP/ONE SHOT indicator flashes rapidly for a few seconds. Turning off the power while the LOOP/ONE SHOT indicator is still flashing rapidly may result in the loss of all saved data.

5. If you want to overdub onto the phrase, press the pedal.
Pressing the pedal toggles between playback and overdubbing modes. * You can undo and redo the most recently recorded overdub (Undo/Redo; p. 15).

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* Recording or overdubbing may stop before you are finished if the RC-2s memory runs out. If this occurs, delete any unnecessary phrases (p. 33) and try the operation again.
Undoing Overdubs (UNDO/REDO)
The RC-2s Undo function allows you to cancel the most recent overdub operation. This is convenient if you make a mistake during overdubbing. If desired, you can restore the cancelled overdub with the Redo function. To cancel (undo) the most recently recorded overdub, hold down the pedal for at least two seconds. When you undo an overdub, the REC/PLAY/DUB indicator flashes rapidly in yellow. * With overdubbed phrases, hold down the pedal for at least two seconds during recording or overdubbing to carry out the undo. If the phrase has not been overdubbed, holding the pedal down for two seconds or longer during playback or overdubbing deletes the phrase in the temporary memory (p. 31). * You cannot use undo if the RC-2 has only a small amount of memory left. (In this instance, the REC/PLAY/DUB indicator wont flash rapidly when the pedal is held down for two seconds or more, and the undo operation wont be carried out.) For more information, refer to Unable to undo (p. 40). To restore (redo) a cancelled overdub, hold down the pedal again for at least two seconds. When you redo an overdub, the REC/PLAY/DUB indicator flashes rapidly.
6. When you are finished with playback or overdubbing, press the pedal twice.
* Be sure to press the pedal two times within an interval of one second.
7. To save the recorded phrase, use the following procedure.
1) Set the MODE knob to WRITE. 2) Press the SELECT/ENTER button. The indicator flashes in yellow. To save the data to a phrase track other than the one currently selected, use the PHRASE SELECT knob to choose the desired save destination. To cancel the save procedure, switch the MODE knob to a setting other than WRITE while the indicator is still flashing. 3) Press the SELECT/ENTER button. When the save is complete, the indicator light flashes at the same rate as the tempo. * For more details on saving, refer to Saving Phrases (WRITE) (p. 32).

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Using AUTO Mode to Automatically Start Phrase Recording with Audio Input
1. Select an empty phrase track. 2. Turn the MODE knob to AUTO. 3. Press the pedal to switch to recording standby mode. Flashes rapidly in red 4. Play (recording begins when the RC-2 receives audio input). Lights in red
5. Press the pedal to stop recording (the phrase plays back after you stop). Lights in green
7. Press the pedal twice to stop playback.
6. Press the pedal to start overdubbing.

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1. Turn the PHRASE SELECT knob to select an empty phrase track (1-11). 2. Set the MODE knob to AUTO.
If recording in time with the tempo, you can press the TAP TEMPO button several times to set the tempo. (Loop Quantize (p. 34) is enabled after the tempo is set.) When the tempo is set, the guide starts playing; adjust the volume level of this sound with the GUIDE knob.
7. When you are finished with playback or overdubbing, press the pedal twice.
* Be sure to press the pedal two times within an interval of one second. * For more details on saving, refer to Saving Phrases (WRITE) (p. 32).
3. Press the pedal to put the RC-2 into recording standby.
The REC/PLAY/DUB indicator flashes rapidly in red. Pressing the pedal once while the unit is in recording standby cancels recording.
4. Begin your performance.
The RC-2 starts recording as soon as it receives audio input.
5. Press the pedal to stop recording.
Playback of the recorded phrase begins simultaneously.
6. If you want to overdub onto the phrase, press the pedal.
Each subsequent pedal press toggles between playback and overdubbing modes. * You can undo and redo the most recently recorded overdub (Undo/Redo; p. 15).

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Recording After Setting the Tempo with the Pedal
1. Select an empty phrase track. 2. Turn the MODE knob to. 3. Press the pedal several times in time with the tempo. 4. Hold down the pedal for two seconds to set the tempo. Flashes rapidly in yellow 5. Press the pedal to start recording. Lights in red Play.

Press several times

Hold down two seconds
8. Press the pedal twice to stop playback.
7. Press the pedal to start overdubbing.
6. Press the pedal to stop recording (the phrase plays back after you stop). Lights in green

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1. Turn the PHRASE SELECT knob to select an empty phrase track (1-11). 2. Set the MODE knob to.
You are now ready to set the tempo with the pedal.
7. If you want to overdub onto the phrase, press the pedal.
Pressing the pedal toggles you between playback and overdubbing modes. * You can undo and redo the overdubs (Undo/Redo; p. 15).

While a saved phrase is playing back, its tempo can be adjusted without changing its pitch. This functionality is great for slowing down musical phrasessuch as fast guitar solos recorded from a CD/ digital audio playermaking them easier to learn and practice with.
Changing the Tempo for Practice
To adjust the tempo during phrase playback, repeatedly press the TAP TEMPO button at the desired tempo.
* You cannot alter the tempo during playback of phrases that have not been saved. * For more details on changing the tempo, refer to Setting the Tempo (p. 35). * It is not possible to adjust the tempo beyond a certain limit. If you wish to keep the modified tempo, save the phrase (p. 32).

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Playing a Phrase Only Once (One-Shot Playback)
When a phrase is saved to a phrase track (1-11), its initially set to loop playback. After is has been saved, turning the MODE knob to allows you to use the TAP TEMPO/SELECT/ENTER button to toggle between loop playback (LOOP/ONE SHOT indicator: green) and One-Shot playback (LOOP/ONE SHOT indicator: red).

Loop Playback

When the pedal is pressed, the phrase is played repeatedly from beginning to end.

One-Shot Playback

The phrase plays one time from beginning to end and then stops automatically.
* Overdubbing is disabled when one-shot playback is in effect. If the pedal is pressed during playback of the phrase, the phrase starts playing from the beginning again (retrigger playback). If you want to overdub, first switch to loop playback. * You cannot switch to One-Shot playback with phrases that have not been saved after recording. * If you want to stop a One-Shot phrase while it is playing back, press the pedal twice within a period of 0.5 seconds.
In live performances, One-Shot playback is useful for saved phrase tracks containing twin guitar solos, special effects sounds, or any other sounds you wish to trigger sampler style.
* When you want One-Shot playback enabled every time a desired phrase track is selected, save the phrase after switching it to One-Shot playback (Saving Phrases (WRITE); p. 32).

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Operating the RC-2 with an External Footswitch
You can use FS-5U or FS-6 footswitches (optional) to stop recording, playback, and overdubbing, set tempos, clear the temporary memory, and switch phrases (Phrase Shift).
When Connecting Two FS-5Us or an FS-6
Using a special Roland PCS-31 connection cable (optional), you can connect two FS-5Us or an FS-6. Connect the two FS-5Us or the FS-6 to the STOP/TEMPO jack.

Set the POLARITY switch as shown in the following.

When Connecting an FS-5U

Connect the FS-5U to the STOP/TEMPO jack.
* Some switches manufactured by other companies may operate in the opposite way. Such footswitches cannot be used. * If you are using the FS-5U, move the polarity switch toward the jack.

PCS-31

* The FS-5L cannot be used. Press the footswitch during recording, playback, or overdubbing to stop the RC-2. While the RC-2 is stopped, you can set the tempo by repeatedly pressing the footswitch at the desired speed. You can clear the temporary memory by holding down the pedal for at least two seconds.
If using a FS-6 switch, set the MODE and POLARITY switches as shown below.

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When the FS-5U connected using the plug with the white stripe or the FS-6s B pedal is pressed
Pressing the footswitch during recording, playback, or overdubbing stops the RC-2. While the RC-2 is stopped, you can set the tempo by repeatedly pressing the footswitch at the desired speed. You can clear the temporary memory by holding down the pedal for at least two seconds.
1. Turn the PHRASE SELECT knob to select the phrase that you wish to play first.
* If the phrase has not been saved, it will be deleted when you switch to a different phrase. For more on saving phrases, refer to Saving Phrases (WRITE) (p. 32).
2. Press the RC-2s pedal to begin playing the phrase.
3. When you reach the point at which you want to switch phrases, press the footswitch.
The REC/PLAY/DUB indicator flashes the same count as the number for the phrase to be played next, then flashes rapidly, and repeats this pattern. The unit switches to the phrase with the next number (or, if that is empty, the phrase after that) at the timing used in returning to the start of the loop. When the phrase is switched, the REC/PLAY/DUB indicator flashes the same count as the number for the phrase currently being played, then remains lit, and repeats this pattern. * When the number of the next phrase to be played back matches the phrase number indicated by the PHRASE SELECT knob, the REC/PLAY/DUB indicator flashes rapidly, then remains lit when the phrases are switched.

When the FS-5U connected using the plug with the red stripe or the FS-6s A pedal is pressed (Phrase Shift)
Each press of the footswitch selects the next saved phrase track in sequential order. This is convenient with phrase tracks stored in the sequence the phrases are to be performed. By storing phrase tracks in orderfirst an intro, then repeating sections (verse, chorus, solo), and finally an endingyou can achieve extremely polished and sophisticated loop performances.

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You can advance to any phrase while the current phrase is playing by pressing the pedal switch the corresponding number of times. * Empty phrase tracks are disregarded. For example, when you press the pedal switch one time while Phrase Track 1 is playing, if Phrase Track 2 is empty, the RC-2 will switch to Phrase Track 3. When you switch to a phrase set to One-Shot Playback, the phrase is played to the end, and then playback stops. If you use Phrase Shift during One-Shot Playback, the phrase is played to the end, then the RC-2 switches to the selected phrase track.
Playback may not shift to the selected phrase track if Phrase Shift is used too close to the ending of the currently playing phrase. Use Phrase Shift with ample time for the RC-2 to carry out the phrase track selection.
4. Press the other footswitch or the RC-2s pedal twice in succession to end playback.
When you start playback again, the phrase played back last is replayed. If you want to play the sequence over again, use the PHRASE SELECT knob or footswitch to return to the start of the sequence.
You can also use the PHRASE SELECT knob to carry out Phrase Shift. If you turn the PHRASE SELECT knob while a phrase is playing back, the newly selected phrase track will begin playing when the current phrase returns to the loop start. You can use the footswitch while playback is stopped to select the next phrase you want to play. When using Phrase Shift, its possible that the current phrase track will differ from that indicated by the position of the PHRASE SELECT knob. In this case, REC/PLAY/DUB slowly flashes to indicate the current phrase track number (for example, four flashes would indicate that Phrase Track 4 is currently selected), then flashes rapidly, and then the pattern repeats. * When you select a phrase that differs from the one indicated with the PHRASE SELECT knob, you will be unable to save or delete the phrase. You will also be unable to save the results of any overdubbing.

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Saving and Deleting Phrases

About Memory

The memory of the RC-2 is divided into two areas: Phrase tracks 1-11 and the temporary memory.

Memory

Temporary memory

What is a phrase track?

A phrase track is an area of the RC-2s internal memory in which phrases are stored. Phrases that are saved here are not deleted when the power is turned off. In addition, phrases that are saved here can be selected at any time by using the PHRASE SELECT knob.

Record/ Overdubbing

Save (WRITE) Phrase tracks
A phrase that you record or overdub is first stored in temporary memory. The phrase stored in temporary memory is temporary, and is erased when the following operations occur:
When you turn off the power When you select a different phrase track
The maximum total length of phrases that can be saved in Phrase Tracks 111 is 16 minutes. You can only change the playback tempo (p. 35) of phrases saved to the phrase tracks. If you wish to change the playback tempo of a newly recorded or overdubbed phrase, save it to a phrase track first.
Deleting a Phrase from Temporary Memory
Hold down the pedal for at least two seconds while playback is stopped or while a phrase is being played back (during playback without overdubbing).
The LOOP/ONE SHOT indicator flashes rapidly, and the phrase in the temporary memory is deleted.
If your recording/overdubbing produces a phrase that you wish to keep, be sure to save it to a phrase track (p. 32) before performing either of the above operations.

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Saving Phrases (WRITE)
When you have finished recording or overdubbing, or after you have edited the tempo or other settings of a phrase, you can then save the phrase. When you save a phrase, the tempo and beat settings current at that time are stored in the selected guide pattern. A phrase that has not been saved will be lost when you turn off the power or select a different phrase track.
* Depending on the length of the phrase, it may take some time for the save to be completed. When this occurs, the SELECT/ENTER indicator stays lit for a length of time and then flashes twice, and this pattern is repeated. * If you turn the MODE knob to a position other than WRITE while a different phrase track is selected as a save destination (see Step 3), the RC-2 switches phrase tracks and the recorded phrase is lost.
Never turn off the RC-2s power while the SELECT/ ENTER indicator is lit. Doing so will cause all data saved in the phrase tracks to be lost. Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction or improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of losing important data, save backup copies of important data you have stored in the RC-2s memory to an external recorder or other device. All due care is taken during repairs to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases, such as when there is damage to the memory, it may not be possible to restore the data. It may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored in the units memory once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

1. Set the MODE knob to WRITE. 2. Press the SELECT/ENTER button.
The indicator flashes in red, and the RC-2 switches to save standby. * You cannot save the phrase if it differs from the phrase indicated with the PHRASE SELECT knob.
3. Use the PHRASE SELECT knob to select the save-destination phrase track.
* You cannot save to a phrase track that already contains a phrase (when LOOP/ONE SHOT indicator is lit). * The LOOP/ONE SHOT indicator flashes when there is not enough memory to save the phrase.
4. To save the phrase, press the SELECT/ ENTER button (to cancel the save, set the MODE knob to any setting other than WRITE).
While the save is in progress, the SELECT/ENTER indicator lights; when the save is completed, the SELECT/ ENTER indicator flashes at the same rate as the tempo.

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Erasing a Saved Phrase (DELETE)
1. Turn the MODE knob to DELETE. 2. Turn the PHRASE SELECT knob to select the phrase track that you wish to delete.
When you turn the PHRASE SELECT knob, any recorded data that has not been saved is deleted.

Write Protect Mode

You can temporarily prevent all phrase tracks from being saved or deleted. This condition is called Write Protect mode. You can select Write Protect mode with the following procedure.
3. Press the SELECT/ENTER button.
The indicator flashes in yellow, and the RC-2 switches to delete standby. * You cannot delete the phrase if it is different than the phrase indicated with the PHRASE SELECT knob.
1. If the RC-2 is turned on, switch the power off.
* A phrase that has not been saved will be lost when you turn off the power.
2. Turn the MODE knob to WRITE. 3. Hold down the SELECT/ENTER button and turn on the power to the unit. 4. Confirm that the LOOP/ONE SHOT indicator is lit (red), the CHECK indicator is lit (red), the REC/PLAY/DUB indicator is lit (red), then release the button.
Only the CHECK indicator will remain lit (red). * This status is cancelled when the power is turned off; the next time the power is switched on, saving and deleting will be enabled.

4. To delete the phrase, press the SELECT/ ENTER button to delete the data (to cancel the deletion, set the MODE knob to any setting other than DELETE).
While the data is being deleted, the SELECT/ENTER indicator remains lit; when the deletion is complete, the indicator goes out. Never turn off the RC-2s power while the SELECT/ENTER indicator is lit. Doing so will cause all data saved in the phrase tracks to be lost. * You cannot delete all phrase tracks in one operation.

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About the Tempo and Time Signature
The RC-2 allows you to set the tempo and time signature separately for each phrase track. These settings also determine how the guide tone will play, and how loop quantization will occur. This means that setting the tempo and time signature before recording makes it easy to create a correct, accurate loop phrase. * The default time signature is 4/4. If you are recording a phrase with a 4/4 time signature, it is not necessary to set the time signature.

LOOP QUANTIZE

Phrase

What is Loop Quantize?

The timing at which you stop recording a phrase is very important in creating a loop that plays backs accurately. In the past, extensive practice was necessary to become skilled at operating the pedal for this purpose. The RC-2s Loop Quantize function automatically adjusts the length of a newly recorded phrase to the measure unit defined by the tempo and time signature, even when the timing at which recording is stopped is slightly off. This allows you to easily create loop phrases with uniform measure lengths that play at a consistent, steady tempo.

Loop Phrase

* Loop Quantize is enabled only when you have set the tempo before recording. If the tempo is not set before recording, Loop Quantize will not be enabled.
About Automatic Tempo Settings
When a phrase is recorded without a specific tempo setting, the tempo is then set automatically after the recording is finished. * The automatic tempo setting calculates the tempo premised on phrases being recorded with a guide beat and 1, 2, 4, 8, 16,. (or other power of two) measures. If you are recording phrases with other beats, set the time signature using the procedure on p. 36 before recording.

Without LOOP QUANTIZE

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Setting the Tempo

When you wish to record to an empty phrase track, you can set the tempo before recording. You can also change the playback tempo when playing back saved phrase tracks. * If you save a phrase after changing the playback tempo, the phrase is then saved with the modified tempo. If you do not save it, the tempo change will be lost.
1. Turn the PHRASE SELECT knob to select the phrase track you wish to use. 2. Set the MODE knob to. 3. Press the TAP TEMPO button several times at the desired tempo.

Coil Spring Guide Bush Hole
4. Slip the coil spring onto the spring base on the back of the pedal, then close the pedal.
* Carefully avoid getting the snap cord caught in the pedal, coil spring, and battery housing.
Battery Snap Battery Housing 9V Battery
5. Finally, insert the thumbscrew into the guide bush hole and fasten it securely.

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Troubleshooting
Power does not turn on/CHECK indicator does not light
Is the correct AC adaptor (PSA-series; sold separately) properly connected? Check once more to confirm the adaptor is connected (p. 10). * Never use any AC adaptor other than the adaptor specified. Has the battery run down? Replace with a new battery (p. 38). * The battery included with the RC-2 is intended only for confirming that the unit is functional. * This unit consumes a large amount of current, so the use of an AC adaptor is recommended. If using a battery, use an alkaline type battery. * To reduce battery consumption, be sure to disconnect the plug connected to the OUTPUT jack whenever the unit is not in use (p. 10). Is the plug properly connected to the OUTPUT jack? Check the connection once again (p. 10). * The power will not turn on without a plug connected to the OUTPUT jack.
Guide sound cannot be heard/is not loud enough
Use the GUIDE LEVEL knob to adjust the volume. The guide tone plays under the following circumstances: When the tempo is set before recording During playback of a phrase
Recording/overdubbing ends while still in progress
There is insufficient memory. Delete unneeded phrases (p. 33), then perform the recording or overdubbing once again.
Recording does not end immediately when you press the pedal
Since the phrase length is adjusted automatically when you record with Loop Quantize or record a phrase that is shorter than the minimum recording time (approximately 1.5 seconds), recording may not stop immediately after you press the pedal.

No sound/not loud enough

The recorded or overdubbed sound cannot be heard or is too quiet Use the PHRASE LEVEL knob to adjust the volume. Could you be using a connection cable that contains a resistor? Use a connection cable that does not contain a resistor.

Loop Station

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No company creates Loop Stations like BOSS. Already in heavy demand around the world are the twinsize BOSS RC-20XL and the deluxe, extra-wide RC-50. Now comes an ultra-compact member of the RC family, the RC-2. Housed in a compact-pedal case, the RC-2 puts a surprising amount of features in a stompbox.
*Actual product appearance may be subject to change.
G Up to 16 minutes of record time G Loop Quantize for perfect loop timing G Realistic Guide-Tone drum patterns built in G Easy, logical overdubbing and navigation G Undo / Redo function
G 11 phrases can be stored and recalled G AUX input to capture phrases from external audio device G External pedal input (stop/tempo)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The RC-2 can record and store up to 16 mono minutes of audio, either from your own instrument or other external input devices, such as MP3 players / recorders. Each of your layered loop creations can be stored to one of 11 internal patch preset locations. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------It records, layers, and loops, but the RC-2 also provides a wealth of other handy and powerful features, such as a jam-along Rhythm Guide, Auto Start, Tap Tempo, Loop Quantize, and Undo / Redo. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In traditional BOSS fashion, the RC-2 benefits from a clean and friendly user interface. As powerful as this little Loop Station is, its a dream to operate. Thanks to its clearly labeled buttons and knobs, the RC-2 puts everything directly under your fingertips, with no hidden menus or commands to impede the creative process.
Record, Layer, Loop, & Store
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Meet the Family

Friendly Operation
I Controls Pedal switch, PHRASE LEVEL knob, GUIDE LEVEL knob, PHRASE SELECT knob, TAP TEMPO (ENTER / SELECT) button, MODE switch I Indicators CHECK indicator (Serves also as battery check indicator), LOOP / ONE SHOT indicator, REC / PLAY / DUB indicator, TAP TEMPO / SELECT / ENTER indicator I Connectors INPUT jack, OUTPUT jack, STOP / TEMPO jack, AUX IN jack, AC adaptor jack (DC 9 V) I Nominal Input Level -20 dBu I Input Impedance 1 M I Nominal Output Level -20 dBu I Output Impedance 1 k I Recommended Load Impedance 10 k or greater I Power Supply DC 9 V: Dry battery / 9 V type (6F22 (carbon), 6LR61 (alkaline)), AC Adaptor (PSA-series: optional) I Current Draw 50

mA (DC 9 V), * Expected battery life under continuous use: Carbon: 2 hours, Alkaline: 6 hours, These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use. I Dimensions 70 (W) x 125 (D) x 55 (H) mm, 2-13/16 (W) x 4-15/16 (D) x 2-3/16 (H) inches I Weight 420 g /15 oz (including battery) I Accessories Owners Manual, Leaflet (USING THE UNIT SAFELY, IMPORTANT NOTES, and Information), Dry battery / 9 V type (6LR61) I Option AC Adaptor (PSA-series), Foot Switch FS-5U, FS-6 * 0 dBu= 0.775 Vrms * The specifications are subject to change without notice.