Controls And Functions / Connections - Zoom G1X Operation Manual

Controls and Functions / Connections

This section describes the names and functions of all parts of the G1 and G1X. Functions that
are special to the G1X are explained on page 26. Please also refer to that section.
Module selector
Switches between play mode, edit mode, and
rhythm mode. In edit mode, the knob selects
the module for operation.
RHYTHM [R/P] key
In play mode and rhythm mode, this key
serves to start and stop the rhythm pattern.
In edit mode, the key serves to select the
module to control with the pedal.
Display
Shows patch numbers, setting values, and
other information for operating the G1/G1X.
When operating the
G1/G1X on batteries, it is
advisable to disconnect
the guitar cable plug from
the [INPUT] jack when not
using the unit, to
conserve battery power.
Guitar
[INPUT] jack
Serves for connecting the guitar. When operating
the G1/G1X on batteries, inserting the guitar
cable plug into this jack will turn the unit on.
[OUTPUT/PHONES] jack
This stereo phone jack serves for connection to the guitar
amplifier. It is also possible to use a Y cable for sending the
output to two amplifiers, or to plug a pair of stereo
headphones into this jack.
Guitar amplifiers
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Top Panel (G1X)
Rear Panel (G1)
Headphones
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[VALUE] knob
This knob allows changing the level of effect parameters
or of the overall patch.
Expression pedal (G1X only)
Can be used as a volume pedal or as a real-time controller
for effect parameters. (For details, see page 26.)
[STORE] key
Serves for storing edited patches in memory.
[PEDAL ASSIGN] key (G1X only)
Serves to select the module to assign to the built-in
expression pedal.
[BANK UP•TAP] key
In play mode, the key switches to the next higher bank. In
other modes, the key lets you manually specify the rhythm
pattern tempo and other parameters related to timing and
cycle.
[W]/[Q] foot switches
These switches are used for selecting patches, controlling
the tuner, and other functions.
AC adapter
Differences between G1X and G1
G1X special features that differ from G1:
• Equipped with expression pedal as standard feature (→ p. 26)
• [PEDAL ASSIGN] key on top panel allows selection of module to
be controlled with expression pedal (→ p. 26)
• No [CONTROL IN] jack on rear panel; optional foot switch (FS01)
or expression pedal (FP01/FP02) cannot be used.
[DC IN] jack
An AC adapter (ZOOM AD-0006) with a rated output of 9 volts
DC, 300 mA (center minus plug) can be plugged into this jack.
[CONTROL IN] jack (G1 only)
Serves for connection of the optional foot switch
FS01
(FS01) or expression pedal (FP01/FP02).
FP01/FP02
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