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Boss GX-700 Specifications

General

Type	Multi-effects processor
Effects	Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, Tremolo, Delay, Reverb, Noise Suppressor
Inputs	1 x 1/4" (instrument)
Outputs	2 x 1/4" (L/R stereo)
MIDI	In/Out
Display	LCD screen
Power Supply	AC adapter
Control	expression pedal

Summary

Using the Unit Safely

General Safety Instructions and Warnings

Important safety instructions to prevent fire, electric shock, and injury.

Introduction and Key Features

Key Features of the GX-700

Highlights the core functionalities like analog distortion, preamp, tuner, and user settings.

Important Operational Notes

Panel Layout and Controls

Front Panel Controls and Jacks

Identifies and explains the functions of front panel components and connectors.

Rear Panel Connections and Ports

Details the rear panel connections, including MIDI, AC adapter, and audio jacks.

Section 1: Getting Started

Initial Connections and Setup

Guides users on connecting the guitar, amplifier, and AC adapter.

Powering On and Standby

Power-On Sequence and Initial Display

Details the correct order for powering on devices and initial unit display.

Bypass Control Options

Panel, Footswitch, and MIDI Bypass Control

Using the Built-in Guitar Tuner

Tuner Operation and Display

Tuning Procedures and Settings

Step-by-Step Tuning Process

Sound Editing Process

Display Information and Editing Procedure

Effect Chain Order Customization

Setting Effect Unit Connection Order

Allows users to freely set the sequence of internal effects processors.

Individual Effect Parameter Adjustment

Adjusting Effect Parameters and Direct Editing

How to modify parameters for each effect and direct edit from the Play page.

Patch Naming and Control Assignment

Customizing Patch Names and Control Assignments

Control Assignment Sources and Modes

Selecting Control Sources and Setting Modes

Advanced Control Assignment

Foot Switch Modes and Active Value Ranges

Saving Modified Settings

Storing Settings via Write Operation

Procedure for permanently saving edited effect sounds to memory.

Utility Function Configuration

Advanced Utility Settings

Speaker Sim, Noise Suppressor, Reverb, and Control Jacks

System Utility Settings

Foot Switch, Bypass Mode, and LCD Contrast

MIDI and System Initialization

MIDI Settings, FC-200 Setup, and Factory Reset

Section 3: Effect Guide

Compressor and Limiter Effects

Explains the Compressor and Limiter effects and their parameters.

Wah Effect Parameters

Pedal Wah, SW-Pedal Wah, and Auto Wah Controls

Details settings for Pedal Wah, SW-Pedal Wah, and Auto Wah effects.

Overdrive and Distortion Effects

Overdrive/Distortion Effect Parameters

Explains the DRIVE, BASS, TREBLE, and LEVEL parameters for distortion.

Preamp Effect Settings

Preamp Types and Parameter Adjustments

Details the various preamp simulations and their adjustable parameters.

Loop and Equalizer Effects

External Loop and 3-Band EQ Configuration

Speaker Simulator Effect

Speaker Simulator Configuration and Types

How to simulate different speaker cabinets and microphone placements.

Noise Suppressor and Modulation Effects

Noise Suppressor Functionality

Flanger Effect Parameters

Detailed settings for the Flanger effect.

Phaser and Other Modulation Effects

Phaser Effect Stages

Pitch Shifter and Harmonist Controls

Pitch Shifter Parameter Adjustments

Harmonist Key and Voice Settings

Harmonist Voice and User Scale

Harmonist Voice and Interval Adjustments

Creating Custom User Scales

Vibrato, Ring Modulator, and Humanizer

Vibrato and Ring Modulator Controls

Humanizer Effect Configuration

Delay Effect Parameters

Delay Modes: Normal and Tempo

Explains the two delay modes and their primary settings.

Tempo Delay Functionality

Tempo Delay Input and Interval Settings

How to set tempo using foot switch, FC-200, or MIDI.

Advanced Delay Settings

Common Delay Parameters and Tempo Delay Explanation

Chorus Effect Parameters

Chorus Effect Configuration

Explains settings for Chorus effect, including modes, rate, depth, and filters.

Tremolo and Pan Effects

Tremolo/Pan Effect Controls

Reverb Effect Parameters

Reverb Type and Time Settings

Explains different reverb types and adjusting reverb time and pre-delay.

MIDI Utility Settings

MIDI Channel, Omni Mode, and Device ID

MIDI Program Map and Data Transfer

MIDI Program Map and Data Transmission

Customizing Program Change Maps

Transmitting GX-700 Data (Bulk Dump)

MIDI Data Transfer Operations

Receiving Data via Bulk Load

FC-200 Patch Selection

Selecting Patches using FC-200 Pedals

FC-200 Control Assignment Details

Assigning FC-200 Control Pedal and Expression Pedal

FC-200 Advanced Control Modes

Manual Effect Switching with FC-200

No-Hands Editing with FC-200

Editing GX-700 sounds using FC-200 pedals while playing.

Understanding MIDI Communication

MIDI Basics: Transmission and Reception

Key MIDI Message Types

MIDI System Messages and FC-200 Initialization

Initializing the FC-200 from GX-700

Factory Reset Procedures

Factory Initialization Procedure

Step-by-step guide to reset the GX-700 to its original factory default settings.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

No Sound, Distorted Sound, and Patch Change Issues

Solutions for no sound, distortion, and patch number change problems.

Control Assign and MIDI Communication Problems

Solutions for issues with control assignments and MIDI message reception.

Technical Specifications

Audio, Memory, and Level Specifications

Details AD/DA conversion, sampling frequency, memory, and input/output levels.

Connectors, Power, Dimensions, and Accessories

Lists connectors, power requirements, dimensions, weight, and accessories.