Zoom 506II Bass Operation Manual

Zoom 506II Bass Operation Manual

Bass guitar processor

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Operation Manual
Introduction
Thank you for selecting the ZOOM 506 II (hereafter
simply called the "506 II").
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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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Operation Manual Introduction Thank you for selecting the ZOOM 506 II (hereafter simply called the "506 II"). 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.
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    ZOOM model 506, the 506 II is even more compact and carries a • If the 506 II is not to be used for an since this can result in damage to the unit.
  • Page 3: Terms Used In This Manual

    (COMP) or distortion effects (DIST), the 506 II also provides a module for Play mode/edit mode ZNR (ZOOM Noise Reduction) and an amp simulator. Parameters such as The internal status of the 506 II is referred to as the operation mode. The...
  • Page 4: Controls And Functions

    DC 9V (AC adapter) jack To use the 506 II on AC power, plug an AC adapter (ZOOM AD-0006) with a rated output of 9 volts DC, 300 mA (center minus plug) into this jack. When a plug is inserted in this jack, the 506 II is turned on.
  • Page 5: Selecting Patches For Play

    When using headphones, the selector is set to a different master volume setting can be used position. to adjust the listening volume. Switch patches To switch patches in play mode, use the [ foot switches. ZOOM 506 II ZOOM 506 II BASS BASS...
  • Page 6: Using The Tuner Function

    The left side of the display shows the note which is closest to the current pitch. Tune the other strings in Indication turns faster the more the same way. the pitch is off. ZOOM 506 II ZOOM 506 II BASS BASS...
  • Page 7: Editing A Patch

    (10) Extended parameters (10) different patch after returning to the play mode. Do of DLY/REV module not forget to store an edited patch that you wish to keep, as described on page 14. ZOOM 506 II ZOOM 506 II BASS BASS...
  • Page 8: Storing/Copying Patches

    The store process is aborted and the unit reverts to the previous mode. The store process is also canceled when [PLAY/EDIT] NOTE selector is operated instead of the [-] key. ZOOM 506 II ZOOM 506 II BASS BASS...
  • Page 9: Changing The "Patch Call" Method

    This will return the patch select method to the be used next will be default setting. shown on the display, but the sound does not yet change. ZOOM 506 II ZOOM 506 II BASS BASS...
  • Page 10: Using The Optional Pedal

    If desired, repeat steps 2 and 3 to restore other patches. To terminate the Factory Recall operation, press the [-] key. The unit will switch The pedal is active also in edit mode. to the play mode at this point. ZOOM 506 II ZOOM 506 II BASS BASS...
  • Page 11: Linking Effects

    If there is no parameter marked with a pedal icon selected in the entire patch, the expression pedal operates as a volume pedal. ZOOM 506 II ZOOM 506 II BASS...
  • Page 12 This effect type allows using an expression pedal (FP01/FP02) Treble-rich drive sound. connected to the CONTROL IN jack for pedal wah. The expression pedal then controls the frequency that is emphasized by the fat wah effect. ZOOM 506 II ZOOM 506 II BASS BASS...
  • Page 13 Using the 0 value as a reference, changing the value towards negative or positive makes the phaser effect stronger. (Negative values result in reversed (Off phase for the effect sound feedback.) indication) ZOOM 506 II ZOOM 506 II BASS BASS...
  • Page 14 PEDAL CHORUS 2 (Pedal Chorus 2) Using the expression pedal (FP01/FP02) connected to the ZNR (ZOOM Noise Reduction) serves for reducing noise during play pauses or CONTROL IN jack, the chorus 2 intensity can be adjusted. silent passages. Higher setting values result in more efficient noise reduction. Set the value as high as possible without causing the sound to be cut off unnaturally.
  • Page 15 Using the expression pedal (FP01/FP02) connected to the CONTROL IN jack, the pitch of the effect sound can be shifted over the range of 0 to +1 octave. OFF (Off) Turns the MOD module off. ZOOM 506 II ZOOM 506 II BASS BASS...
  • Page 16: Specifications

    2-digit 7-segment LED Power requirements Separately available AC adapter, 9 V DC, 300 mA HALL (Hall) (center minus plug) (ZOOM AD-0006) This is a reverb effect that produces a sound similar to the reverberation in a Four IEC R6 (size AA) batteries concert hall.
  • Page 17: Patch List

    Volume MULTI SYNTH Synthesizer bass for any playing style. Volume It is recommended to set the ZNR (Zoom Noise Reduction) value for each patch to match the bass guitar being used. Troubleshooting No power High level of noise Refer to "1. Power-on"...

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