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Operation Manual

Contents

Introduction

Thank you for selecting the ZOOM 606 (hereafter simply

called the "606").

Please take the time to read this manual carefully so as to

get the most out of the unit and to ensure optimum

performance and reliability.

Retain this manual, the warranty card and all other

documentation for future reference.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2

Features

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Basic Terms

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Operating the Unit on Battery Power

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Controls and Functions / Connections

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Selecting Patches for Play

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Using the Expression Pedal

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Using the Tuner Function

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Making/Changing DRIVE Module Settings

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Editing a Patch

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Storing/Copying Patches

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Changing the "Patch Call" Method

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Restoring the Factory Defaults

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Adjusting the Expression Pedal

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Effect Sequence

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Effect Parameters

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Specifications

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Usage Precautions

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Troubleshooting

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Patch List

Summary of content (21 pages)

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Operation Manual Introduction Thank you for selecting the ZOOM 606 (hereafter simply called the "606"). Please take the time to read this manual carefully so as to get the most out of the unit and to ensure optimum performance and reliability. Retain this manual, the warranty card and all other documentation for future reference.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Battery operation • Use four IEC R6 (size AA) 1.5 V batteries (alkaline/manganese). • The 606 cannot be used for recharging. Pay close attention to the labelling of the battery to make sure you choose the correct type. • If the 606 is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove the battery from the unit. • If battery leakage has occurred, wipe the battery compartment and the battery terminals carefully to remove all remnants of battery fluid.
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BANK G Basic Terms BANK F BANK E This section explains some important terms that you will find in this manual. BANK d BANK C BANK b BANK A IN COMP WAH DRIVE EQ ZNR AMP MOD/PITCH DLY/REV OUT In addition to effect modules such as DRIVE (distortion), MOD/PITCH (modulation), or DLY/REV (delay and reverb), you can also use the ZNR (Zoom Noise Reduction) and amp simulator simultaneously.
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Controls and Functions / Connections Controls and Functions / Connections Top Panel STORE key Display Serves for storing an edited patch or copying an existing patch to another location. PEDAL ASSIGN key Selects the module to be controlled by the expression pedal. DRIVE LED Indicates the on/off status of the DRIVE module. PEDAL ASSIGN LEDs Indicate which module is being controlled by the expression pedal. DRIVE selector Selects the distortion (effect type) used in the DRIVE module.
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Selecting Patches for Play To try out the 606, we recommend that you simply play your instrument while switching patches. This will let you quickly see what the 606 can do. When using the 606 on batteries, plug a shielded cable with mono phone plug into the INPUT jack of the 606. Keep both VALUE [+] / [-] keys depressed for more than 1 second. While the master volume setting is shown, pressing the VALUE [+] / [-] key changes the setting. The setting range is 0 - 50.
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Using the Expression Pedal The 606 has a built-in expression pedal which can be used to control a selected effect parameter or the volume level with your foot. Using the Expression Pedal Operate the pedal Select the module to be controlled by the pedal Rock the pedal back and forth while playing your instrument. The LED indicators show which module is currently assigned to the pedal. The following modules can be selected.
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Using the Tuner Function The 606 incorporates an auto-chromatic tuner for guitars. To use the tuner function, the built-in effects must be bypassed (temporarily turned off) or muted (original sound and effect sound turned off). NOTE The tuner function is not available if the PLAY/EDIT selector is set to a position other than PLAY.
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Making/Changing DRIVE Module Settings The DRIVE module comprises various distortion types and gain settings, which can be adjusted with the dedicated selector and keys at any time. The following operation can be carried out in play mode or edit mode. Select the DRIVE module distortion type The selected effect type name is shown for about 2 seconds on the display. For a detailed list of effect types, see the section "Effect Parameters" at the end of this manual.
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Editing a Patch Editing a Patch Editing means changing the various effect parameter settings of a patch. Use an existing patch as a starting point and adjust the parameters to create your own and original sound. Adjust the parameter setting value Use the VALUE [+] / [-] keys. Select the effect parameter The keys operate as follows. • Keeping one key depressed: Value changes continuously. • Hold down one key while pressing the other key: Value increases rapidly.
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Storing/Copying Patches An edited patch can be stored at any desired location in the internal memory of the unit. It is also possible to copy an existing patch and store it at another location. Storing/Copying Patches Press the STORE key once more. When the store/copy process is completed, the unit reverts to the original mode, with the target patch being selected. Press the STORE key in play mode or edit mode. The bank and patch number on the display are flashing.
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Changing the "Patch Call" Method In normal operation, the sound of the 606 will change immediately if a patch is selected in play mode. This may be undesirable if a patch from a distant memory location is called and the sound of other unwanted patches in between is heard. If desired, you can change the "Patch call" Changing the "Patch call" method to pre-select To change the "Patch call" method to preselect, you must turn the unit on while holding down the [Q] foot switch.
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Restoring the Factory Defaults The 606 comes with 42 recommended patches (factory default patches). Even if you overwrite any of these patches, you can restore the original contents of the patch at any time. There are two ways of restoring factory defaults. "All Initialize" returns the entire set of patches to the original condition. "Factory Recall" restores a specific patch to the original condition. 1. While holding down the STORE key, turn the unit on. The indication "AL" flashes on the display.
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Effect Sequence Effect Parameters A patch of the 606 can be thought of as 8 effect modules connected in series, as shown in the illustration below. Depending on the on/off setting of the individual modules, you can use all eight effect modules together or use only specific modules.
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Effect Parameters PATCH LEVEL COMP/LIMIT Effect Parameters PATCH LEVEL WAH WAH WAH module PATCH LEVEL This module comprises auto wah and pedal wah for use with the expression pedal. Use the VALUE [+] / [-] keys to select the effect type and adjust the effect intensity. Adjusts the overall volume of the patch. A value of 25 corresponds to unity gain (input level and output level are equal). PEDAL WAH This effect type allows using the expression pedal for pedal wah.
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Effect Parameters DRIVE DRIVE DRIVE module In addition to 9 distortion type effects, this module also comprises two clean effect types. Use the VALUE [+] / [-] keys to select the effect type and the GAIN [+] / [-] keys to adjust the gain. Adjusts the drive module gain over the range of 1 - 30 (common to all effect types in the DRIVE module). Fd Ub MS bG Pu dt 28 Simulates the clean sound of a built-in type tube amplifier. US BLUES Solid crunch sound for playing the Blues.
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Effect Parameters CONTOUR ZNR/AMP CONTOUR EQ module extended parameters These parameters serve to adjust the effect operation for the effect type selected with the EQ module basic parameters. CONTOUR (Contour) (Off indication) Using the 0 value as a reference (flat setting), negative values cause an increasing boost in the low range and positive values cause an increasing boost in the high range. When the EQ module is On, this parameter is always active.
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Effect Parameters MOD/PITCH Effect Parameters MOD/PITCH FLANGER (Flanger) DOUBLING➔CHORUS (Doubling➔Chorus) This effect produces a unique, undulating sound by shifting the pitch up and down. Higher setting values result in faster modulation. This effect type is a serial connection of doubling and chorus. Higher values result in a more pronounced doubling effect. (Chorus intensity is fixed.) Adjusts the modulation rate of the effect sound. Adjusts the depth of the doubling effect.
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Effect Parameters MOD/PITCH Effect Parameters MOD/PITCH CRY1 (Cry 1) SLOW ATTACK➔PITCH SHIFT (Slow Attack➔Pitch Shift) This effect changes the sound in a way similar to a talking simulator. Higher setting values result in a more pronounced sound change. This effect type is a serial connection of slow attack and pitch shifter. Higher setting values result in a slower attack rate. (The pitch shifter is fixed to the 1 octave up setting.) Adjusts the cry effect input sensitivity. Adjusts the rise time.
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Effect Parameters MOD/PITCH DLY/REV L8 L9 Pedal fully raised Pedal fully pushed down ± 0 cent ± 0 cent ± 0 cent ± 0 cent ± 0 cent +1 octave + original sound -700 cent (7 semitones down) + original sound -∞ (0 Hz) + original sound -∞ (0 Hz) + original sound -100 cent (semitone down) +1 octave +2 octaves -1 octave -2 octaves -1 octave + original sound +500 cent (5 semitones down) + original sound +1 octave +1 octave + original sound OFF (Off) Turns the MOD/PITCH module off.
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Specifications Built-in effects Effect modules Banks and patches A/D converter D/A converter Sampling frequency Input Output Display Power requirements • 0 dBm = 0.775 Vrms • Design and specifications subject to change without notice. • Electrical interference For safety considerations, the 606 has been designed to provide maximum protection against the emission of electromagnetic radiation from inside the device, and protection from external interference.
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Patch List BANK PATCH PATCH NAME A [DEMO] b [ARTIST/ MODEL] C [MODEL] d [LINE] E [SFX] F [MULTI] G [ARTIST] 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 SUPER DIST CLEAN DELAY US BLUES HEAVY 7ST ROCK FDR CLEAN PEDAL WAH VAN'S DRIVER FDR STRAT/SH3 BARRACUDA (JET) GBS LESPOLE/PAF ACOUSTIC JIMI WAH MS HI GAIN BOX METAL PANEL BIG PANEL CLEAN AMERICAN PVY POWER SOLDN TWIN TWEED 900 MATCH DUAL PWM SYNTH STEP MODE SPACE CONTACT CRY PICK SYMPHONY STEEL CHINA JET PHASE