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Operation Manual
Thank you for selecting the ZOOM G1N/G1XN (hereafter simply called the
"G1N/G1XN").
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unit and to ensure optimum performance and reliability.
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Contents
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS / Usage Precautions · · · ·2 · Using the built-in expression pedal (G1XN only) 20
[PEDAL ASSIGN] key operation · · · · · · · · · · · · · 20 ·
Terms Used in This Manual · · · · ·
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Terms Used in This Manual Terms Used in This Manual SAFETY PRECAUTIONS / Usage Precautions • Extreme t emperature s SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This section explains some important terms that are used throughout the G1N/G1XN manual. • Heat sources such as radiators or stoves In this manual, symbols are used to highlight warnings and • High humidity or mo isture cautions for you to read so that accidents can be prevented. BANK 3 • Excessive dust or sand Effect modules BANK 2 The meanings of t
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Controls and Functions / Connections (G1N) Controls and Functions / Connections (G1N) [VALUE] knob This knob serves for changing parameter values and setting the Top Panel level of the overall patch. Module selector [STORE] key Switches between play mode, rhythm mode, Serves for storing edited patches in memory and for copying and edit mode. In edit mode, the knob selects patches to another location. the module/parameter for operation. [BANK UP·TAP] key RHYTHM [ R/ P] key In play mod
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Controls and Functions / Connections (G1XN) Controls and Functions / Connections (G1XN) [VALUE] knob This knob serves for changing parameter values and setting the Top Panel level of the overall patch. Module selector Expression pedal Switches between play mode, Can be used as a volume pedal or as a real-time controller for rhythm mode, and edit mode. adjusting effect parameters. (For details, see page 20.) In edit mode, the knob selects the module/parameter for operation. [PEDAL A
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Selecting a Patch for Playing (Play Mode) Selecting a Patch for Playing (Play Mode) Select a patch 3 This section explains basic functions of the play mode. Use the foot switches. Press the [ ] foot switch to call up the next higher Q Turn power on 1 patch. The volume control on the connected amplifier A 0 A 1 should be turned down. Press the [ ] foot switch to call up the next lower W patch. When using the unit on batteries Plug a shielded cable into the [INPUT] jack. Repeated
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Using the Tuner Using the Tuner Tune your instrument 2 To use the tuner function of the G1N/G1XN, the built-in effects must be bypassed (temporarily Play the open string to tune, and adjust the pitch. turned off) or muted (original sound and effect sound turned off). The left side of the display shows the note The right side of the display shows a symbol that which is closest to the current pitch. indicates by how much the tuning is off. Switch to bypass or mute 1 Pitch is high Pitch is c
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Using the Rhythm Function (Rhythm Mode) Using the Rhythm Function (Rhythm Mode) Adjust the rhythm volume 4 This section describes how to use the built-in rhythm function that plays realistic drum sounds in Turn the [VALUE] knob. various patterns. The current setting (0 – 30) is shown briefly on the Select rhythm mode 1 2 5 display. Set the Module selector to the "RHYTHM" position. Adjust the tempo 5 The number of the currently selected rhythm pattern (01 – 40) appears on the display.
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Editing a Patch (Edit Mode) Editing a Patch (Edit Mode) Change the setting 2 The patches of the G1N/G1XN can be freely edited by changing the effect type used by the Turn the [VALUE] knob. various modules and by changing the parameter settings. Try editing the currently selected patch to create your own sound. The setting of the selected item changes, and a dot (.) appears in the bottom right of the display. This indicates that a setting has been changed from the Select the effect modul
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Storing/Copying Patches (Store Mode) Storing/Copying Patches (Store Mode) Press the [STORE] key once more 3 An edited patch can be stored in a user bank (A – d). It is also possible to store an existing patch in When the store/copy process is completed, the G1N/ another location to create a copy. G1XN returns to the previous mode, with the target patch selected. In play mode or edit mode, press the [STORE] key 1 To cancel the store process, operate the [VALUE] knob B 8 HINT before pres
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Using an External Foot Switch or Pedal (G1N only) Changing the Way Patches Are Called Up • Rhythm mode When you press the foot switch two times or more, the G1N detects the interval and This section describes how to change the patch selection method of the G1N/G1XN to "pre- automatically adjusts the tempo acc ordingly select". In this mode, you first select the patch to use next, and then perform an additional step to (tap tempo function). activate the patch. Display Control targe
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Effect Types and Parameters Using the built-in expression pedal (G1XN only) Effect Types and Parameters T he G1XN l e t s you a dj ust t he vol um e or 4. To toggle the module assigned to the Explanation of symbols parameters in real time using the expression pedal between on and off, briefly pedal on the unit. This section explains how to push the pedal fully down. • T ap • Module selector use this capability. W h e n t h e m o d u l e i s o f f , t h e r e s p e c t i
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Effect Types and Parameters Effect Types and Parameters Slow Attack LEAD EXTREME DS S 1 S 9 L D E D This ef fect reduces the attack rate of each individual note. Higher settings result in slower attack times. High gain sound with the most powerful gain Smooth, bright distortion sound. of any distortion effect in the world. Pedal Vox ACO.SIM (Acoustic Simulator) V 1 V 9 This ef fect simulates a vintage V ox wah pedal at half-open. Higher settings shift the emphasized frequency A upwards
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Effect Types and Parameters Effect Types and Parameters n MODULATION module Pitch Bend Pedal Position MODULATION (Type&Prm1) RATE (Prm2) Sets the initial value for the pitch shift This effect allows using the expression pedal amount (the value that is active when the B 1 B 9 0 1 0 to change the pitch in real time. Right-digit Controls the value of parameter 2 pedal is at rest). The original sound/effect Selects the MODULATION module settings select the pitch change type caused of the M
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Effect Types and Parameters S p e c i fi c a ti o n s Specifications n REVERB module REVERB (Type&Prm1) Effect types 54 Selects the REVERB module effect type and controls parameter 1 at the same time. Effect modules max. 8 simultaneous modules Patch memory User area: 10 patches x 4 banks = 40 Hall Preset area: 10 patches x 4 banks = 40 H 1 H 9 This reverb ef fect simulates the acoustics of a concert hall. Higher right-digit settings increase the mixing Total 80 patches ratio of the
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The FCC r egulation war ning (for U.S.A.) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a c c o r d a n c e w i t h t h e i n s t r u c t i o
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