Zoom AC-3 Operation Manual

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Thank you very much for purchasing a ZOOM

Please read this manual carefully to fully understand the functions of the

you can make the most of it for many years.

Keep this manual in a convenient location and refer to it as necessary.

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

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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 firmware ........................ 18

Troubleshooting .............................. 19

Specifications .................................... 19

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
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.
Page 2: Usage And Safety Precautions
If the unit becomes broken or malfunctions, immediately turn the power off, disconnect the AC adapter and disconnect other Do not open the case or modify the product. cables. Contact the store where you bought the unit or ZOOM Cautions service with the following information: product model, serial number and specific symptoms of breakdown or malfunction, along with your name, address and telephone number.
Page 3: Introduction
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 choos- ing 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.
Page 4: Names Of Parts
Names of parts Front Panel Source guitar knob Target guitar knob Equalizer knobs Compressor indicator Clipping indicator Effect knob Pick-up selection Volume knob switch Reverb knobs Compressor knob Anti-feedback Power indicator switch Tuner Boost switch Tuner switch Effect switch Tuner indicator Effect indicator Boost indicator Parameter knobs...
Page 5: Rear Panel
Names of parts Rear Panel BALANCED OUT POWER (eco) jacks switch DC 9V AC adapter connector Footswitch GROUND LIFT jack switch OUT-L PRE/POST switch 1：GND 2：HOT 3：COLD Left Panel Output jacks Right panel USB port Guitar input jack...
Page 6: Connecting A Guitar
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. Acoustic guitar amp PA system Headphones...
Page 7: Turning The Unit On
Turning the unit on • Minimize the volume of the output device. • Prepare the power source. Using an AC adapter Using batteries Connect the AD-16 adapter to the Open the battery cover on the bot- tom of the unit and install batter- ies into the battery compartment.
Page 8: Setting The Pickup Type
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.
Page 9: Setting The Source Guitar Type
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 Best for dreadnought guitars,...
Page 10: Setting The Target Guitar Type
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 characteris- tics of that model to be re-created more distinctly. Compatible Target guitar Character...
Page 11: Adjusting The Tone
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.
Page 12: Adjusting The Reverb
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. •...
Page 13: Using The Boost Function
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 •...
Page 14: Adjusting The Effects
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. Effect indicator (ON/OFF) Parameter Parameter Parameter knob 1 knob 2...
Page 15 Adjusting the effects TYPE NAME Parameter knob 1 Parameter knob 2 Parameter knob 3 CHORUS 1 Using three LFOs, this is a three-phase chorus with little modulation. Using a stereo connection can create an expansive chorus effect. RATE : DEPTH : FX LEVEL : Adjusts the speed of the Adjusts the depth of the...
Page 16: Using The Tuner
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...
Page 17: Connecting Audio Equipment
Connecting audio equipment can be connected to a mixer, recording device or other audio equip- ment that adjusts the sound balance. When using in mono, connect the equip- ment only to the BALANCED OUT-L jack. Recording device Mixer Set when the signal is output from the BALANCED OUT-L jack. •...
Page 18: Updating The Firmware
Updating the firmware To download the latest firmware, visit the ZOOM website (http://www.zoom. co.jp/). • Use a USB cable to connect the to a computer. • While pressing both , turn the POWER switch ON. • Launch the firmware update application on the computer and start the update.
Page 19: Troubleshooting
-100 dBu Control input FS01 Input Power AC adapter: 9 V DC 500 mA center negative (ZOOM AD-16) Batteries: 2 AA (about 3 hours continuous operation time using alkaline batteries) External dimensions 158 mm(D) X 237 mm(W) X 52 mm(H)
Page 20 ZOOM CORPORATION 4-4-3 Kandasurugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062 Japan http://www.zoom.co.jp Z2I-3000-01...