BOSS PX-1 (01) PDF Document

The BOSS PX-1 is a compact effect unit that allows you to load and use various effects from a large assortment. You can use the BOSS EFFECT LOADER app (iOS/Android version) via Bluetooth wireless connection or a USB connection to load these effects into the PX-1. The unit comes with 8 pre-installed effect models and has an additional area to save up to 8 more models, depending on the size of the effects.

To get started with your BOSS PX-1, you should first register the product and create a Roland account. You must have a Roland account to register the product. If you already have an account, log in and register it. If not, you can create a new account.

Next, you must install the BOSS EFFECT LOADER app on your smartphone to load effects into the PX-1.

* To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections.

* Do not use connection cables that contain a built-in resistor.

Before turning the unit on/off, turn down the volume on peripheral devices such as amplifiers.

1. Connect the included adaptor to the DC IN jack. This turns on the PX-1. The unit turns on with the effect off (the indicator is unlit).

2. Turn on your amp or other audio equipment.

The BOSS PX-1 can be powered via USB. The following USB power sources can be used:

• USB AC adaptor (at least 5 V/0.5 A). You may be able to use the USB AC adaptor included with your smartphone or similar device.

• USB bus power (computer, etc.)

• Mobile battery

NOTE: Some USB AC adapters, computers or mobile batteries may not work with this unit.

1. Turn off your amp or other audio equipment.

2. Unplug the AC adaptor and the plug from the DC IN jack and the USB port. This turns off the PX-1.

1. Turn on the PX-1.

2. Press the center knob on the PX-1. The MENU (SELECT EFFECT) screen appears.

3. Press the right knob. The MENU (BLUETOOTH) screen appears.

4. If necessary, turn the center knob on the PX-1 to set the Bluetooth ID. If you’re using more than one PX-1, this makes the unit easier to identify.

5. Turn the left knob on the PX-1 to turn the SW on. The unit enters connection standby mode (the icon below CONNECT blinks). This mode remains active for one minute.

6. Launch the BOSS EFFECT LOADER app and log in. The BLUETOOTH SETUP screen appears. If it does not appear, connect from MY DEVICE in SYSTEM.

7. Connect the PX-1 from the BOSS EFFECT LOADER app. The connection is established when the PX-1 appears at the top of the screen. If more than one unit is detected, a list of devices is shown. Tap the device you want to connect.

1. In the BOSS EFFECT LOADER app, tap the effect that you want to load or select.

2. Tap “Install” or “Select”. Never turn off the power before the loading is complete.

3. Once the data is loaded, press the center knob on the PX-1. The Bluetooth connection is automatically disconnected, and the screen returns to normal.

You can configure the loaded effect using several screens on the BOSS PX-1’s display.

Model name screen:

This screen shows the model name of the effect that is selected.

Effect parameter screen:

This screen shows the parameters of the selected effect. For effects with many parameters, press the right knob to switch to the next page.

• Turn the left or right knob to adjust the parameter’s value.
• Press the left knob to switch to the previous page.
• Press the center knob to show the menu screen.
• Press the right knob to switch to the next page.

CTL1 settings screen:

This screen is for configuring the switch connected to CTL1.

• Turn the left knob to select the TARGET parameter you want to operate.
• Turn the center knob to set the MODE to either TOGGLE (toggles on/off with each press) or MOMENT (on only while pressed).
• Turn the right knob to set the VALUE for the selected TARGET.
• Press the left/right knob to switch pages. Press the center knob for the menu.

CTL2 settings screen:

This screen is for configuring the switch connected to CTL2, with operations identical to the CTL1 settings screen.

EXP settings screen:

This screen specifies what the expression pedal connected to the EXP jack does.

• Turn the left knob to select the TARGET parameter.
• Turn the center knob to select the MIN value (heel-down position).
• Turn the right knob to select the MAX value (toe-up position).
• Press the left/right knob to switch pages. Press the center knob for the menu.

PEDAL SETTING screen:

This screen specifies what happens when you press the pedal on the PX-1 itself.

• Turn the left knob to select the PDL MODE (TOGGLE or MOMENT).
• Turn the center knob to select the ACTION according to the PDL MODE setting.
• Press the left knob to switch pages. Press the center knob for the menu.

SELECT EFFECT: On this screen, you can switch between the eight preinstalled effects and up to eight effects that you’ve loaded.

BLUETOOTH: This screen is used when connecting to the BOSS EFFECT LOADER app via Bluetooth. You can turn Bluetooth ON/OFF and change the BLUETOOTH ID.

SWAP FUNCTION: This function lets you set a SIDE A and SIDE B for an effect installed on the PX-1, and use an external pedal (CTL1, CTL2) to swap between them. You select the controller (SOURCE), the SIDE A effect, and the SIDE B effect.

WEB MANUAL: Shows a QR Code that links to the manual.

VERSION: Shows the version of the BOSS PX-1 unit and the Bluetooth module.

FACTORY RESET: This screen is used when performing a factory reset.

You can connect footswitches or an expression pedal to the CTL/EXP jack on the BOSS PX-1.

Footswitches:

• FS-5U x 2: Use a stereo 1/4″ phone type plug to two 1/4″ phone type plugs cable. The TIP corresponds to CTL 1 and the RING corresponds to CTL 2.
• FS-5U x 1: Use a 1/4″ phone type plug. This will control CTL 1.
• FS-6: Use a stereo 1/4″ phone type plug. Pedal A controls CTL 2 and Pedal B controls CTL 1.
• FS-7: Use a stereo 1/4″ phone type plug. Pedal A controls CTL 2 and Pedal B controls CTL 1.

Expression Pedal (e.g., Roland EV-5):

Connect the expression pedal to the CTL/EXP jack using a stereo 1/4″ phone type plug.

Mode/Polarity Switches:

Ensure the mode and polarity switches on your footswitch (like FS-6 or FS-7) are set correctly for momentary or latching operation as needed.

1. Press the center knob to open the menu screen.

2. Press the right knob repeatedly to access the FACTORY RESET screen.

3. Turn the right knob to move the cursor to “YES”.

4. Press the right knob to execute the factory reset. Do not turn off the power until the factory reset is finished.

NOTE: When you perform a factory reset, all algorithms are deleted except for the eight preinstalled algorithms. To individually delete an algorithm, use the BOSS EFFECT LOADER App. Also, when performing a factory reset, set the SW on the MENU: BLUETOOTH page to “OFF”.

The OD-1 offers a soft and clear distortion sound, much like the overdrive sound on a vacuum tube amp.

The SP-1 emphasizes a specific frequency range (500 Hz–5 kHz) to produce changes in the sound.

The PH-1 lets you generate sharp phaser effects with a wide range of change, from ultra low to high-speed sound.

The SG-1 produces violin-like playing with faster passages by adjusting the attack time of your sound.

The CS-1 offers a sound with long sustain, without distortion. It can also be used as a limiter.

The TW-1 controls the wah effect according to the strength of your picking.

The SD-1 offers a soft and clear distortion sound, with a tone control to emphasize or cut the high-frequency range.

The DS-1 offers a variety of distortion sounds from mellow and soft to gritty and hard.

The CE-2 delivers the chorus sounds of the classic BOSS CE-1 chorus effect pedal.

The BF-2 combines four controls: manual, depth, rate and resonance, to achieve a wide range of flanging effects.

The PN-2 creates panning effects (moving sound across the stereo field) and tremolo effects (cyclic volume changes).

The OC-2 is a low noise effect that generates a sound one and two octaves below the direct sound.

The PS-2 is a complex effect unit that features both a pitch shifter (±1 octave) and a digital delay (30 ms to 2 seconds).

The VB-2 applies a natural-sounding vibrato effect with three modes: unlatch, latch, and bypass.

The DD-2 is the first digital long delay in a compact effect unit format, with delay times from 12.5 to 800 msec.

The DF-2 adds a feedback feature to super distortion. Pick a single note and hold the pedal switch to get feedback.

Check if the specified adaptor (PSA-series) or a USB AC adaptor that meets the conditions for use (at least 5 V/0.5 A) is properly connected to the BOSS PX-1. If not, connect the correct AC adaptor or USB AC adaptor.

Check if your output device is correctly connected to the OUTPUT jack. If it’s not connected correctly, check the OUTPUT jack connection.