User manual ZOOM 505 GUITAR

[. . . ] Operation Manual Thank you for selecting the ZOOM 505 (hereafter simply called the "505"). Please take the time to read this manual carefully so as to get the most out of your 505 and to ensure optimum performance and reliability. Retain this manual for future reference. ZOOM CORPORATION NOAH Bldg. , 2-10-2, Miyanishi-cho, Fuchu-shi, Tokyo 183, Japan PHONE: 0423-69-7111 FAX: 0423-69-7115 Printed in Japan 505-5000 1 Major Features · 24 individual built-in effects provide maximum flexibility. Up to 9 effects can be used simultaneously in any combination. [. . . ] When the EDIT key is pressed while the 8th parameter cursor LED flashes, the Edit mode is canceled and the unit returns to the Play mode. (1) While still in Play mode, select the patch you wish to edit. Immediately after switching from the Play mode to the Edit mode, the parameter cursor flashes at the highest position (COMP module), regardless of which patch was selected. The COMP module setting of the (2) Press the EDIT key to activate the Edit mode. current patch is shown on the display. (1) Use the EDIT key to select the parameter you wish to change. (2) Use the VALUE + / - keys to adjust the parameter. (3) When the 8th parameter cursor LED is flashing, press the EDIT key to return to the Play mode. 12 Effect Parameters COMP module Compressor The input signal from the guitar is compressed to achieve a uniform volume level. Setting range: (C1 ­ C9) DIST module Distortion Type A total of eight effect types are available, including seven different distortion types and one effect which produces a sound similar to an electric acoustic guitar. (Acoustic) ZNR/AMP block ZNR module Determines the settings for Zoom Noise Reduction. EQ module 4band EQ Allows boost and cut in the presence, high, midrange, and low range, with 50 available settings. Setting range: (1 ­ 10) MOD module Chorus Simple 2-phase chorus which adds a component with periodically changing pitch to the direct sound. Suitable for enhancing body while maintaining a clean sound. Setting range: (C1 ­ C9) DLY/REV module Delay Conventional digital delay with a delay time of up to 370 ms. By monitoring this effect in stereo, you can achieve a ping-pong delay. Setting range: (d1 ­ d9) PATCH Level Patch Level Allows setting the level of individual patches. This setting is stored for each patch like the effect parameters. Setting range: (1 ­ 30) AMP module Simulates the sonic characteristics of a guitar amplifier. Both modules together form the ZNR/AMP block. Setting range: (1 ­ 9) Higher values result in stronger compression. Limiter Limits the input signal with faster response than the compressor effect. Serves to prevent overload of other modules. Setting range: (L1 ­ L9) Gives a sound similar to an electric acoustic guitar. (Rhythm) Lower values result in a stronger high-range cut and low-range boost. Setting range: (11 ­ 20) Higher values result in a stronger effect. Gives slight distortion when strings are picked strongly. (Overdrive) Higher values result in more effective limiting. Extended overdrive distortion similar to driving a tube amp. (Distortion) Higher values result in more effective noise reduction in the no-signal condition. Choose the highest setting that will remove noise without making the instrument sound unnatural at the trailing edge (when the sound decays into silence). (A1 ­ A9) Lower values result in a lower boosted frequency. (21 ­ 24) Higher values result in longer delay time. Mix and feedback are also optimized. Higher values result in higher level. Flanger Adds a very short delay to the direct sound and varies the delay time periodically, resulting in a peculiar sound character. Can also be used together with the chorus effect. Setting range: (F1 ­ F6) Hall Reverb Simulates the acoustics of a hall. Setting range: (H1 ­ H9) Lower values result in a stronger presence-range boost. (25) Auto Wah With this effect, emphasized frequencies are shifted automatically depending on the dynamics of the input signal. Setting range: (A1 ­ A4) Hard distortion similar to driving a three-stack amp. (Blues) Yields flat frequency response. (26 ­ 30) Higher values result in longer reverb time. Mix setting is also optimized. Overdrive sound with a firm core. (Fuzz) A1: Amp simulator only is active. Higher values result in more effective noise reduction. Higher values result in a stronger high-range boost. (31 ­ 40) Higher values result in faster flanger modulation. (F7 ­ F9) Room Reverb Simulates the acoustics of a room. Setting range: Setting range: (r1 ­ r9) Choppy sound with fat bass. (Lead) Higher values result in a higher boosted frequency. (41 ­ 50) Flanger and chorus are used together. Higher values result in faster flanger modulation. Chorus is fixed. Higher values result in a more pronounced auto wah effect. (A5 ­ A9) Bright and smooth distortion. (Metal) Higher values result in a stronger presence-range and low-range boost, giving a firm, solid sound. Doubling Overlays the direct sound with a short delay component, creating the impression of several players and making the sound more full-bodied. Can also be used together with the chorus effect. Setting range: (d1 ­ d6) Higher values result in longer reverb time. Mix setting is also optimized. Compressor and auto wah are used together. Higher values result in a more pronounced auto wah effect. Compressor intensity is fixed. Shredding type sound. Phase Shift Applies a phase-shifted component to the direct sound. The amount of shift varies periodically, giving a breathing effect. Setting range: (P1 ­ P9) Distortion Gain Sets the distortion intensity and the depth of the Acoustic effect. Setting range: (1 ­ 30) Pedal Wah With this effect, emphasized frequencies are shifted using an optional expression pedal FP01 connected to the CONTROL IN jack. Setting range: (P1 ­ P4) Higher values result in longer delay time. (d7 ­ d9) Higher values result in stronger distortion or greater depth. Higher values result in a stronger effect. . Doubling and chorus are used together. Higher values result in longer doubling delay time. Chorus is fixed. Higher values result in a higher pedal wah center frequency. (P5 ­ P9) Step Randomly changing filter creates an auto-arpeggio effect. [. . . ] Then insert the battery into the battery compartment. Close the battery compartment cover, taking care not to pinch the cable. (Make sure that the cover is properly locked. ) Cover 6LR61 9 V (alkaline) battery Cable 15 Returning Patches to Factory Settings The 505 comes with 24 predefined patches that have been programmed at the factory. Also after you have edited and stored your own patches, you can return to the factory default settings at any time. [. . . ]