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Zoom AMS-22 Operation Manual

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Operation Manual
You must read the Usage and Safety Precautions before use.
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  • Page 1 Operation Manual You must read the Usage and Safety Precautions before use. ©2022 ZOOM CORPORATION Copying or reprinting this manual in part or in whole without permission is prohibited. Product names, registered trademarks and company names in this document are the property of their respective companies. All trademarks and registered trademarks in this document are for identification purposes only and are not intended to infringe on the copyrights of their respective owners.

  • Page 2: Notes About This Operation Manual

    • Recording from copyrighted sources, including CDs, records, tapes, live performances, video works and broadcasts, without permission of the copyright holder for any purpose other than personal use is prohibited by law. Zoom Corporation will not assume any responsibility related to infringements of copyrights.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Mixer diagram................................27 Terms used in this manual............................28 Troubleshooting.................................29 Cannot select or use the AMS-22 device.......................29 The sound of the device connected to the input jack is distorted, too quiet or silent........29 Cannot play or record.............................. 29 Playback sound cannot be heard or is quiet......................30 Recorded audio is too loud, too quiet or silent....................

  • Page 4: Functions Of Parts

    Functions of parts ❶ Gain knob Use this to adjust the input signal level from the MIC/GUITAR jack. (→ Adjusting the input gain) ❷ Level indicator This indicator shows the signal level after gain knob adjustment. The indicator color changes according to the signal level. Lit green: Input signal is present.

  • Page 5: Left And Right Sides

    Set this to ON to directly monitor sound from the MIC/GUITAR jack before it passes through the computer. (→ Using direct monitoring) ❸ LOOPBACK switch Set this to ON to send a mix of the sounds played by the computer and input through the AMS-22 back to the computer. (→ Enabling the loopback function)

  • Page 6: Front And Back

    Front and back ■ Front ■ Back ❶ MIC/GUITAR jack This input jack has a built-in mic preamp. Connect mics, keyboards, guitars and other audio sources to this. This can be used with both XLR and standard phone (balanced or unbalanced) plugs. (→ Connecting instruments and mics) 1: GND...

  • Page 7: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a computer The AMS-22 is compatible with USB bus power, so power can be supplied to it from a computer through a USB cable. In addition to USB bus power, it can also be operated using an external power supply (dedicated AC adapter or mobile battery).

  • Page 8: Installing The Driver On Windows Computers

    NOTE: The latest “ZOOM AMS-22 Driver” can be downloaded from the above website. Launch the installer and follow the instructions to install the “ZOOM AMS-22 Driver”. NOTE: • Do not connect the AMS-22 to the computer during installation.

  • Page 9: Connecting Smartphones And Tablets

    Connecting smartphones and tablets During use with a smartphone or tablet, an external power supply must be used. Minimize the volume before connecting speakers, headphones or other output devices to the AMS-22. (→ Adjusting the volume) Connect an external power supply. (→...

  • Page 10: Supplying Power

    Supplying power A dedicated AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17) or a commercially-available USB mobile battery can be used. Connect the USB connector of the dedicated AC adapter to the DC 5V port (Type-C), and plug the AC adapter into an outlet.

  • Page 11: Connecting Instruments And Mics

    Connecting instruments and mics Always set to 0 and to OFF before connecting instruments and mics. Connecting instruments Connect an instrument to the AMS-22. Use an instrument cable to connect a guitar or bass, for example, to the MIC/GUITAR jack.

  • Page 12: Connecting Mics

    Connecting mics Use a mic cable to connect a dynamic or condenser mic to the MIC/GUITAR jack. to set phantom power. Switch position Explanation Use this to supply phantom power to condenser mics. Use this when connecting dynamic mics. NOTE: •...

  • Page 13: Connecting Stereo Sound Sources

    Connecting stereo sound sources Connect a stereo sound source to the AMS-22. Use a stereo mini cable to connect a tablet or other stereo sound source to the LINE IN jack. NOTE: • The gain is fixed for the LINE IN jack.

  • Page 14: Adjusting The Input Gain

    Adjusting the input gain Adjust the MIC/GUITAR jack input sensitivity. to adjust the input signal while inputting sound from an instrument or mic. Level indicator : Input signal present. (−48 dBFS or higher) : Input signal is clipping. (−1 dBFS or higher) NOTE: •...

  • Page 15: Using Direct Monitoring

    Using direct monitoring When the DIRECT MONITOR switch is ON, sound input to the AMS-22 can be directly monitored with headphones, for example, before it passes through the computer. This enables monitoring without latency. to ON.

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the volume The volume output from speakers and headphones connected to the AMS-22 can be adjusted. NOTE: Set the AMS-22 volume to 0 before connecting speakers or headphones. Failure to do so could result in unexpected loud sounds, causing harm to hearing, for example.

  • Page 17: Enabling The Loopback Function

    Enabling the loopback function By turning the LOOPBACK function ON, sound input through the AMS-22 MIC/GUITAR jack and sound output from the computer can be mixed and then input to the computer again (looped back). This is convenient for mixing background music played on the computer with sound input through the AMS-22 and streaming it live, for example.
  • Page 18 NOTE: When is set to ON, disable AMS-22 monitoring in the DAW or streaming application. If enabled, a feedback loop could be generated, which might cause loud noise to be output.

  • Page 19: Use Example: Making Music

    Supply power if using a smartphone or tablet. (→ Supplying power) NOTE: Power must be provided before connecting a smartphone or tablet to the AMS-22. Connect the AMS-22 and the computer, smartphone or tablet. (→ Connecting to a computer, Connecting smartphones and...
  • Page 20 Adjust the output volume. (→ Adjusting the volume) Launch the DAW app on the computer, smartphone or tablet, and select the AMS-22 as the audio interface. Create recording tracks in the DAW app, and start recording. NOTE: Refer to the DAW app manual for how to use it.

  • Page 21: Use Example: Web Streaming Using A Computer

    Use example: Web streaming using a computer Connect to a computer and use for web streaming or podcast recording. ON AIR Connect the AMS-22 and the computer. (→ Connecting to a computer) USB Type-C...
  • Page 22 Connect an instrument or mic. (→ Connecting instruments, Connecting mics) Adjust the input gain. (→ Adjusting the input gain) Select the AMS-22 as the computer input and output device. to ON. (→ To enable the loopback function, set Enabling the loopback function)
  • Page 23 Adjust the output volume. (→ Adjusting the volume) Launch the streaming app on the computer, smartphone or tablet, and select the AMS-22 as the “audio” or “input/output” device. Start streaming. NOTE: • Use BGM with permission from its creators. • Refer to the streaming app manual for how to use it.

  • Page 24: Use Example: Web Streaming Using A Smartphone/Tablet

    Connect to a smartphone or tablet and use for web streaming or podcast recording. ON AIR ON AIR Supply power. (→ Supplying power) NOTE: Power must be provided before connecting a smartphone or tablet to the AMS-22. Connect the AMS-22 and smartphone/tablet. (→ Connecting smartphones and tablets) USB Type-C...
  • Page 25 Connect an instrument or mic. (→ Connecting instruments, Connecting mics) Adjust the input gain. (→ Adjusting the input gain) To use BGM from another device, connect it to the LINE IN. HINT: BGM can also be played back on the smartphone/tablet and looped back by USB.
  • Page 26 Adjust the output volume. (→ Adjusting the volume) Launch the streaming app on the smartphone/tablet and start streaming. NOTE: Refer to the streaming app manual for how to use it.

  • Page 27: Mixer Diagram

    Mixer diagram...

  • Page 28: Terms Used In This Manual

    Terms used in this manual USB audio interface This is a device that can input sound from mics and instruments, for example, to a computer, smartphone or tablet as well as output sound from such a device to speakers and headphones. Dynamic mic These mics do not require phantom power and are tough and durable.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    • Quit all software that is using the AMS-22. Then, disconnect and reconnect the USB cable connected to the AMS-22. • Connect the AMS-22 directly to a USB port on the computer. Do not connect it using a USB hub. • When connecting to a Windows computer, installing the dedicated driver can resolve problems with applications other than DAWs.

  • Page 30: Playback Sound Cannot Be Heard Or Is Quiet

    • If the audio buffer size of the software being used can be adjusted, increase it. • Turn off the automatic sleep function and other computer power saving settings. • If using a USB hub, stop using it. Connect the AMS-22 directly to a USB port on the computer.

  • Page 31: Specifications

    Specifications Input and output channels Number of input Mono (MIC/GUITAR) channels Stereo (LINE IN) Number of output Stereo (TRS) channels Stereo (PHONES) Connectors MIC/GUITAR Type XLR/TRS combo jack (XLR: 2 HOT, TRS: TIP HOT) Input gain +8 - +54 dB (MIC) / +8 - +54 dB (GUITAR) Input impedance XLR: 2 kΩ...
  • Page 32 24-bit Interface USB 2.0 Class USB Audio Class 2.0 Power AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5 V/1 • USB bus power is supported. Rated current USB bus power / DC 5 V power supply: 170 mA Power consumption 1.8 W maximum Dimensions 68.0 mm (W) ×...
  • Page 33 ZOOM CORPORATION 4-4-3 Kanda-surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062 Japan zoomcorp.com Z2I-4395-01...

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