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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS / Usage Precautions · · · · · 2
Terms Used in This Manual · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 3
Controls and Functions / Connections · · · · · · · · · 4
Selecting a Patch for Playing · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 6
Using the Tuner · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 8
Using the Rhythm Function · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 10
Using the Looping Function · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 12
Editing a Patch · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 14
Storing/Copying Patches · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 16
Restoring Factory Defaults · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·17
Changing the Way Patches Are Called Up · · · · · · 18
Using a Foot Switch or Pedal · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 18
Using a foot switch · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·18
Using an expression pedal · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·19
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Using the G1u as an Audio Interface · · · · · · · · · · 20
About ZFX Tools · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·20
Effect Types and Parameters · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 21
Explanation of symbols · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·21
PATCH LEVEL · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·21
COMP/EFX module · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·21
DRIVE module · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·22
EQ module · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·23
ZNR/AMP module · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·23
MODULATION module · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·24
DELAY module · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·25
REVERB module · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·26
Rhythm Function Preset Patterns · · · · · · · · · · · ·27
Checking the G1u Version · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 27
Troubleshooting · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 27
Specifications · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Rear cover
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Checking the G1u Version · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·... -
Page 2: Safety Precautions / Usage Precautions
V DC, 300 mA and is equipped with a "center Volume minus" plug (Zoom AD-0006). The use of an Do not use the G1u at a loud volume for a long time adapter other than the specified type may damage since this can cause hearing impairment. -
Page 3: Controls And Functions / Connections
G1u. Computer [USB] port Serves for connecting the G1u to a computer. This allows using the G1u as an audio interface for the computer, and to edit and manage G1u settings using the computer. -
Page 4: Selecting A Patch For Playing
Plug the cable from the adapter into the [DC IN] jack. Turn the guitar amplifier on and adjust the volume to a suitable position. If the G1u is connected to a computer via a USB cable, HINT and the AC adapter is not connected, power will be supplied via the USB port. Set the G1u to play mode Set the Module selector to "PLAY". -
Page 5: Using The Tuner
Using the Tuner To use the tuner function of the G1u, the built-in effects must be bypassed (temporarily turned off) or muted (original sound and effect sound turned off). Switch to bypass or mute • Setting the G1u to the bypass condition In play mode or rhythm mode ( g p. 10), press both ] foot switches together. When the... -
Page 6: Using The Rhythm Function
When you press both [ ] foot switches in rhythm HINT mode, the G1u switches to the bypass/mute condition. The tuning function ( g p. 8) can be used in this condition while playing the rhythm pattern. Adjust the rhythm volume Turn the [VALUE] knob. -
Page 7: Using The Looping Function
Using the Looping Function (Looping Mode) The G1u has a built-in looping function that can record and repeat up to five seconds of your play or record phrases as an overdub. This section describes how to use the looping mode. -
Page 8: Editing A Patch
Editing a Patch (Edit Mode) The patches of the G1u can be freely edited by changing the effect type used by the various modules and by changing the parameter settings. Try editing the currently selected patch to create your own sound. -
Page 9: Storing/Copying Patches
Even after overwriting user patches with other patches, their original content can be restored in a single operation ("All Initialize" function). To do this, turn power to the G1u on while holding down the [STORE] key. The indication "AL" appears on the display. ZOOM G1u... -
Page 10: Changing The Way Patches Are Called Up
Changing the Way Patches Are Called Up This section describes how to change the patch selection method of the G1u to "pre-select". In this mode, you first select the patch to use next, and then perform an additional step to activate the patch. -
Page 11: Using The G1U As An Audio Interface
T h e G 1 u i s s u p p l i e d w i t h a s o f t w a r e with the effects of the G1u and then be recorded application called ZFX Tools which comprises... -
Page 12: Drive Module
(160 Hz) boost/cut. (800 Hz) boost/cut. ZNR/AMP (Type&Prm) This module combines ZOOM's proprietary ZNR (removes noise during play pauses without affecting sound quality) with an amp simulator (recreates the sound of various speaker cabinets). Type and parameters are adjusted at the same time. ZNR (ZOOM Noise Reduction) This is the noise reduction function only. Higher settings result in a stronger effect. Set the value as high as... -
Page 13: Modulation Module
Sets the pitch shift amount in semitones. "dt" results in a detune effect. Specifies the tonic for the scale used for pitch shifting. The "o" symbol stands for #. ZOOM G1u Vibrato This is an effect with automatic vibrato. Higher right-digit settings emphasize the vibrato intensity. -
Page 14: Reverb Module
Detailed information about the latest software version can be found on the ZOOM web site: http://www.zoom.co.jp/ Troubleshooting sound Is the patch selection method of the G1u set to "pre-select" ( g p. 18)? Turn power off and then on again to return to normal operation. • High level of noise Is ZOOM AC adapter being used? Be sure to use only an adapter for 9 V DC, 300 mA with center minus plug (ZOOM AD-0006). -
Page 15: Specifications
4-4-3, Kandasurugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062, Japan Web Site: http://www.zoom.co.jp For FP01/FP02 or FS01 16-bit PC interface (one line each for stereo record/play) 9 V DC, 300 mA (center minus plug) (ZOOM AD-0006) Four IEC R6 (size AA) batteries, approx. 10 hours continuous operation (alkaline batteries) 155 mm (D) x 136 mm (W) x 52 mm (H) 350 g (without batteries) Expression pedal FP01/FP02 or Foot switch FS01 G1u - 5000-4... -
Page 16: Patch List
Acoustic guitar sound using chorus and reverb. Use with a single coil neck pickup WetWood for best results. ZOOM's original Z BOTTOM metal sound with chorus. A wide, high-gain sound. MtlMtl Great for 80's metal. Punk crunch sound. This slightly distorted sound works great with Les Pauls and VntgPnk Telecasters. - Page 17 Z WILD A combination of ADA MP1 and Marshall JCM800. Z MP1 ZOOM's original high gain sound. Rich depth in the mids and lows. Great for 80's Z BOTTOM metal. ZOOM's original high gain sound. Great for 7 strings or drop tuned guitar. Great Z DREAM progressive metal sound.
- Page 18 USB cable at this point. software publisher cannot be verified appears, click [Install this driver]. * In this case, the message "ZOOM G Series Audio Driver (Not Select the installation target folder. To accept the default installation target folder, click [Next].
- Page 19 ZFX Tools Startup Guide Startup Connect the G1u to the computer When you connect the G1u to the computer, ZFX Tools starts up automatically, and the main screen such as shown below appears. g If ZFX Tools does not start automatically, you can start the application as follows.
- Page 20 Ableton Live Lite 7 ZOOM Edition Startup Guide This guide explains how to install Ableton Live Lite 7 ZOOM Edition (hereafter simply called "Live Lite 7") on a computer, make connections and settings for this unit and record. Live Lite 7 installation...
- Page 21 Live Set". your instrument. To obtain the optimum recording level, turn up the master volume control on the G1u until just before the level meter registers in red. When you execute "New Live Set", the following Live Set is created.