Operation Manual

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Operation Manual

Contents

Usage and Safety Precautions ………… 2

Introduction………………………………… 3

Names of parts …………………………… 4

Connecting a guitar ……………………… 6

Connecting output devices …………… 6

Turning the unit on ……………………… 7

Setting the pickup type ………………… 8

Setting the volume ……………………… 8

Setting the source guitar type ………… 9

Setting the target guitar type ………… 10

Adjusting the tone ………………………… 11

Adjusting the reverb ……………………… 12

Using the compressor …………………… 12

Using the boost function ……………… 13

Using the anti-feedback function ……… 13

Adjusting the effects …………………… 14

Using the tuner …………………………… 16

Setting the type of batteries used …… 16

Connecting audio equipment ………… 17

Updating the rmware …………………… 18

Troubleshooting ………………………… 19

Specications ……………………………… 19

Summary of content (20 pages)

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Operation Manual Thank you very much for purchasing a ZOOM (hereafter, “ ”). Please read this manual carefully to fully understand the functions of the so that you can make the most of it for many years. Keep this manual in a convenient location and refer to it as necessary.
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Usage and Safety Precautions Remove the batteries when the unit will not be used for a long time. If a leak occurs, thoroughly wipe the battery case and battery terminals to remove the leaked fluid. Safety Precautions In this operation manual, symbols are used to highlight warnings and cautions that you must read to prevent accidents. The meanings of these symbols are as follows. Connection cables and input/output jacks Always turn the power OFF for all equipment before connecting any cables.
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Introduction Acoustic remodeling that restores body tone The 16 source and 15 target guitar type presets simulate the sonic characteristics of a variety of acoustic guitars with different body shapes and material properties. By choosing a source guitar and a target guitar according to the guitar you are using, you can share the original rich and beautiful tones of acoustic guitars with audiences during live performances.
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Names of parts Front Panel Target guitar knob Equalizer knobs Source guitar knob Compressor indicator Clipping indicator Effect knob Pick-up selection switch Volume knob Reverb knobs Compressor knob Anti-feedback switch Power indicator Tuner Tuner switch Tuner indicator Effect switch Effect indicator Boost switch Boost indicator Boost level knob Parameter knobs 4
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Names of parts Rear Panel POWER (eco) switch BALANCED OUT jacks DC 9V AC adapter connector GROUND LIFT switch Footswitch jack OUT-L PRE/POST switch 1：GND 2：HOT 3：COLD Left Panel Output jacks Right panel USB port 5 Guitar input jack
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Connecting a guitar Use a shielded cable to connect a guitar to the . Acoustic guitar Connecting output devices Connect the to a PA system, acoustic guitar amp or other output device. To use headphones, connect them to the L/MONO/PHONES jack.
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Turning the unit on • Minimize the volume of the output device. • Prepare the power source. Using an AC adapter Connect the AD-16 adapter to the Using batteries . Open the battery cover on the bottom of the unit and install batteries into the battery compartment. • Set the power switch to "ON" or "eco". Power indicator (front panel) Lit green: Remaining battery power okay Lit red: Remaining battery power low NOTE The power indicator lights red when the remaining battery power becomes low.
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Setting the pickup type Adjust the operation of the according to the type of pickup used. • PIEZO This makes adjustments suitable for piezo pickups. • MAGNETIC This makes adjustments suitable for magnetic pickups. • OFF This turns off the pickup adjustment function. Setting the volume Turn the VOLUME knob to adjust the volume. When using active pickups: Set the VOLUME knob to the center position as the reference level.
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Setting the source guitar type By choosing a source guitar according to the guitar that you are using, body tone lost when using a pickup can be re-created, restoring the original rich and beautiful tone of your acoustic guitar. Round Shoulder Dreadnought Best for guitars with round shoulders, such as the Gibson J series. Best for dreadnought guitars, such as the Martin D series. Square Shoulder Orchestra Best for guitars with square shoulders, such as the Gibson Hummingbird.
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Setting the target guitar type In addition to selecting the source guitar, you can also select a target guitar that is compatible with the guitar type used. This allows the body characteristics of that model to be re-created more distinctly. Target guitar Character Compatible source guitar J-Forty Five The body character of the Gibson J-45 features a dry sound ideal for strumming. Humming Bird This creates the body character of the Gibson Hummingbird, which is loved by pop and rock artists.
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Adjusting the tone Turn the BASS, MIDDLE and TREBLE equalizer knobs to adjust the final output sound. Set each equalizer knob to its center position for a flat response first before adjusting the tone. • BASS Adjust to boost or cut low frequencies. Boost to emphasize the body tone. Cut if low frequencies are too loud when strumming. • MIDDLE Adjust to boost or cut middle frequencies. Boost to add warmth to the tone. Cut to make the tone more powerful, emphasizing the attack.
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Adjusting the reverb Turn the REVERB MIX and TONE knobs to add a reverb effect to the sound of the acoustic guitar, increasing its width and depth. Keep the original tone of the acoustic guitar in mind as you adjust the reverb volume. • MIX Use to adjust the strength of the reverb effect. • TONE Use to adjust the tone of the reverb effect. NOTE Turn the MIX knob all the way to the left to disable the reverb.
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Using the boost function Turn the BOOST LEVEL knob to amplify the volume during solos or to change the volume when switching between strumming and fingerpicking. Use the BOOST switch to turn the boost ON and OFF. Boost indicator (ON/OFF) NOTE • The volume can be amplified by up to +9 dB. • If the sound distorts when BOOST is ON, turn the VOLUME knob to adjust the volume.
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Adjusting the effects Turn the EFFECT knob to select the effect to use. Turn the parameter knobs to adjust the parameters of that effect. Use the EFFECT switch to turn the effect on and off.
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Adjusting the effects TYPE NAME CHORUS 1 Parameter knob 1 RATE : Adjusts the speed of the modulation. CHORUS 2 TONE : Adjusts the tone. F.B. : Adjusts the feedback amount. F.B. : Adjusts the feedback amount. F.B. : Adjusts the feedback amount. FX LEVEL : Adjusts the amount of effected sound. FX LEVEL : Adjusts the amount of effected sound. FX LEVEL : Adjusts the amount of effected sound. This effect varies the volume cyclically. RATE : Adjusts the speed of the modulation.
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Using the tuner Press the TUNER switch to turn the tuner on and off. Play the open string that you want to tune and the closest pitch name LED will light. The LED meter will show the pitch error. Tuner indicator (ON/OFF) When the pitch is correct, the LED at the center of the meter will light green and LEDs to the left and right will light red. ←Low pitch High pitch→ NOTE The output is muted when the tuner is on. The standard pitch is fixed at A4 = 440 Hz.
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Connecting audio equipment The can be connected to a mixer, recording device or other audio equipment that adjusts the sound balance. When using in mono, connect the equipment only to the BALANCED OUT-L jack. Recording device Mixer Set when the signal is output from the BALANCED OUT-L jack. • PRE (button up): Output before processing by the . •P OST (button down): Output after processing by the . The BALANCED OUT jack can be connected or disconnected from the ground.
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Updating the firmware To download the latest firmware, visit the ZOOM website (http://www.zoom. co.jp/). • Use a USB cable to connect the • While pressing both and to a computer. , turn the POWER switch ON. • Launch the firmware update application on the computer and start the update. • The clipping indicator lights orange while the update is being executed. NOTE Do not disconnect the USB cable during a firmware update. HINT See the ZOOM website (http://www.zoom.co.
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Troubleshooting The unit will not power on The sound distorts strangely or has an odd timbre • Confirm that the POWER switch is set to ON. • Adjust the amount of boost amplification. (→ P13) • If using batteries, confirm that they are still charged. • Set the pickup selection correctly for the type of pickup. (→ P8) There is no sound or output is very quiet • Adjust the amount of compression. ( → P12) • Check the connections.
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