FS-5L is a momentary footswitch with an LED to indicate status. it gives out an "ON" signal only for the duration that the pedal is pushed down.Its most common function is to stop and start or trigger fills with drum machines.It can also be used with various recording equipment and effect units as a remote switch .It uses 2 x AAA batteries, includes a polarity switch and connects usong standard guitar cables

The FS-5U (silver) is a momentary "unlatch"-type footswitch.It gives a continous "Off" signal until clicked and then a continous "ON" signal until clicked again.Its most common application is as a channel changer in amplifiers or as a remote switch for pedals such as the DS2.It is connected using ordinary guitar cables