Roland Owner’s Manual Portable Amplifier BA-55 Great Sound Anywhere High-quality wireless mic is included. Digital wireless transmission (2.4 GHz digital) minimizes. {oss of audio quality. Indoor or Outdoor Two-way power—use batteries or AC adapter Battery life is approximately 6 hairs, allowing convenient use anywhere, indoors or outdoors.
J USING THE UNIT SAFELY Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY" {p, 2), and “IMPORTANT NOTES {p, 4), These sections provide important Information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, n order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner’ manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and lepton hard asa convenient reference.
USING THE UNIT SAFELY Waring Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC adapter from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when: + The AC adapter, the power-supply cord, of the plug has been damaged; ar + 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 un
| IMPORTANT NOTES Power Supply + Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that Is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or alt conditioner), or that contains a motor, Depending on the way in which the electrical appliance is used, power supply nose may cause this unit to malfunction or may produce audible noise.
Contents USING THE UNIT SAFELY. ..vuvunivmvnsvansiivavauiuiviacuns IMPORTANT NOTES entrancement rant a vars caravansary Panel Descriptions. Amp Unit Wireless Microphone (OR-WUSS) . teams 8 Getting Ready +. Preparing the BA-S. Installing Batteries. Connecting the AC adapter. Switching the Power On and Off. Preparing the Wireless Mi Installing Batteries... Using a Mic... Using a Wireless Mi Pairing... Using the Mic Using a Wired Mic. Using an Audio Player ar Instrument... Playing the BA-55 in Stereo.
i Panel Descriptions JY * Al illustrations of the product appearing in this manual depict the black model.
© WIRELESS 2 indicator Lights when a signal from the wireless mic 2 is being received {p. 12). © POWER indicator This wil light if the power ion. © WIRELESS 1 indicator Lights when a signal from the wireless mic 1 is being received (p. 12). WIRELESS 1 [VOLUME] knob Adjusts the volume of the wireless mic 1 (p. 12). WIRELESS 1 indicator Lights when signal from the wireless mic 1 is being received (p. 12). ANTI-FEEDBACK indicator Lights when the anti-feedback function {p. 15) is operating.
Panel Descriptions recess Microphone (DR-WM55) The BA-55 can use two dedicated wireless mics at the same time. Use the included mic or a separately sold mic (Roland DR-WMSS). Commercially available wireless mics cannot be used. © [CHO OFF] switch “This turns off the echo that applies to the wireless mic {p. 15). © [ECHO ON] switch This turns an the echo that applies to the wireless mic (p. 15). If the panel's [ECHO] knob is in the OFF position, theta will be no echo even if you press the [ECHO ON] switch.
i Getting Ready paring the BA-55 This unit can operate using its AC adapter of on batteries. Use the AC adapter if you're windlass or near an electrical outlet. Use batteries if you're outdoors or if an electrical outlets unavailable, Installing Batteries Loosen the screws from these two locations. Remove the battery compartment cover. Insert batteries, taking care to observe the correct polarity.
Getting Ready Connecting the Capacitor ~~ | (TEE) : Press the lower part of the volume i [POWER] switch to turn off the power. © Connect the included AC “ adapter.
[Switching the Power On and Off * Once the connections have been completed tum on power ta your various devices in the order specified. By trig ‘on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices, ‘I. Make sure that the power to all equipment is tuned off. 2 Set each of the BA-55’s [VOLUME] knobs Connect any external devices such as an audio player or electronic musical instrument. 4.
i Using a Mic The BA-S will automatically detect the wireless mic When the 110] connection has been established, the blinking will change to steadily it. Paling Is now complete. Here's how to produce sound using the DRAWS wireless tic. ‘When using the included wireless mic for the first time, the BAS ‘must detect the mic you're using.
Using the Mic oT i Once pairing has been completed, you can start using the mic with the BA-55. 1. Turn on the power switch of the DR-WMS5. 2. While speaking into the mic, use the MIC VOLUME] knob to adjust the volume. To adjust the volume of the first wireless mic, use the WIRELESS 1 [VOLUME] knob. To adjust the volume of the second wireless mic, use the WIRELESS 2 [VOLUME] knob. .
i Using an Audio Player or Instrument saying the BA-55 in Stereo The BA-S contains two speakers, When the unit is placed vertically, it will play back in monaural mode. When the BA-55 is placed horizontally, It will automatically enter stereo mode; the two speakers will operate as left and right (L/R) stereo speakers.
i Convenient Functions Applying Echo to the Mic's Sound Here's how to add echo (reverberation) to the sound of the mic. Turing the ECHO LEVEL] knob toward the right will gradually increase the reverberation. The left half of the knots range (OFF~ center) applies a natural-sounding reverb, and the right half of the range (center — MAX) applies a repeating echo that's ideal far Karaoke. If the BA-55 is in stereo mode, an Evan more spacious echo effect will be produced.
Convenient Functions Playing Sound Through Another Automatically Turning the Power Off (Auto Power Off) The BA-55 provides LINE OUT jacks, which you can connect ta 3 The 8-55 has an automatic power off function, which mixer or recorder, automatically tums off the power wham the unit has not been Using haste jacks, the sound being played through the BA-55 can operated for a certain period of time. also be played through anther PA system, or recorded.
Mounting the BA-55 on the Dedicated Stand By using a speaker stand (Option: ST-A9S), yo can mount the BAA at the optimal height for use 2s 2 monitor speaker or simple PA device. + Ways have st least one either person assist you when ‘mounting the BA-55 on a speaker stand, or when adjusting the height of the stand while the BA-55 remains mounted careful not 10 pinch your fingers, when you assemble. suit Upper tbe Height adjustment knob Tripod kno 1. Loosen tripod knob and open the tripod.
i Examples of Using the BA-55 53) You wn use the wireless mic to deliver lectures of presentations in a small hall or meeting room. Seminar or lecture Ccasoressoserssseneane He Eno DEE sYE E00 B ORD SURCEASE ARRON II0RRARIRIRRATEES Setup « Place the BA-55 vertically on a table or stand. «+ Use the WIRELESS 1 [VOLUME] knob to adjust the volume of the wireless mic. Vou can use a second wireless mic to conduct a question-and answer session with the audience.
Examples of Using the BA-55 Background music farm a digital audio player can be played through the BA-55 for children’s games or for sports lessons. You can also use the wireless mic to provide guidance for instruction.
Examples of Using the BA-55 LITE EI You can use the BA-SS in stereo made 1a deliver high-quality music for a street dance, or connect an electronic musical instrument (such 25a Keyboard) and use it with the wireless mic for a small-scale live performance. Street dance Ses Setup « Page the BA-5 horizontally so that it operates in stereo mode. « Connect the digital audio player providing the background music 0 the BA-55' LINE Input jacks. Use the AUDIOLOGIST [VOLUME] knob to adjust the volume.
Examples of Using the BA-55 Ata party, the master of ceremonies can usc the wireless mic. People can also enjoy singing karaoke along with background music. Outdoor party Setup » Place the BA-55 horizontally so that it operates in stereo mode. + Connect the digital audio player providing the karaoke or background music Eo the BA-55's LINE input jacks. Use the AUDIO/INST [VOLUME] knob 10 adjust the volume. + Use the WIRELESS 1 [VOLUME] nab to adjust the volume of the. wireless mit.
i Troubleshooting If the stern does not work as you expect, check the following points first. | Symptom Case. Action Page’ Pa weer will not turn on: Are the AC adapter and AC cord connected correctly? a Plug the Accord securely into the AC adapter. o10 the AC cord comely connected to an AC outlet? Plug the AC cord securely into the AC outlet. n10 rely shit the batteries are Installed i the correct Power will not turn on orientation.
i Main Specifications Portable Amplifier: BA-35 Rated Power Output Nominal pukka Level (1 kHz} Nominal Output Level {1 kHz) Speakers Careless Reception Method Controls Indicator OWE TOW CH2 MIC (XLR Bu AUDIO/INST (RCA phonon type): -10 Bus AUDIO/INST (Ste res miniature phone type: -20 dB RUBINSTEIN (174"phasne du LINE OUT: 18 du 18cm (65 inches) x2 Roland Original (for only DR-WUSS) POWER Rich Wireless 1 VOLUME Knobs Wireless VOLUME Knob AUDIOLOGIST VOLUME Knob CHIME Button CHIME VOLUME Knob ECHO Knob Equal
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