User manual ZOOM 509 MODULATOR

[. . . ] Operation Manual Thank you for selecting the ZOOM 509 (hereafter simply called the "509"). Please take the time to read this manual carefully so you can get the most out of your 509 and 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: 0423-69-7116 FAX: 0423-69-7115 Printed in Japan 509-5000 1 Major Features · Dedicated modulation unit with two on-board modulation modules (EFFECT 1 and EFFECT 2) for a total of 20 effects. [. . . ] The PATCH UP/DOWN pedals move the blinking parameter cursor up or down, respectively. Use the VALUE +/- keys to change the setting of the parameter. For details on parameters, please refer to section "12 Effect Parameters". When the EDIT key is pressed while parameter 8 (the lowest indicator) is selected, the Edit mode is terminated and the 509 reverts to the Play mode. * When the PATCH DOWN pedal is pressed while parameter 8 (the lowest indicator) is selected, the 509 stays in Edit mode and parameter 1 is selected. A1 (1) While still in Play mode, select the patch you wish to edit. Immediately after entering Edit mode from Play mode, the topmost parameter cursor indicator (EF1 TYPE) flashes, and the setting of this parameter is shown on the display. The flashing parameter cursor always indicates which (2) Press the EDIT key to activate the Edit mode. parameter is selected for editing. C1 C1 C3 30 A1 There are a total of eight indicators, assigned to parameters 1 - 8 from top to bottom. (1) Use the EDIT key or patch pedal to select the parameter you wish to change. (2) Use the VALUE +/- keys to adjust the parameter. (3) While the eighth parameter cursor LED is flashing, press the EDIT key to return to Play mode. 12 Effect Parameters Using the serial or parallel connection Pressing one of the VALUE +/- keys When "C1" - "E1" is selected for parameter 1, the EFFECT 1 and EFFECT 2 modules can be connected either in series or in parallel. Parameters 1 - 3 increases or decreases the setting by 1 or 2 steps. serve for making EFFECT 1 settings, parameters 4 - 6 for EFFECT 2 settings, and parameter 7 for selecting serial or parallel connection. * Parameter 8 always sets the patch level. When serial connection is used and EFFECT 2 is ON, the output of EFFECT 1 is input to EFFECT 2 as a monaural signal. + ­ Pressing both VALUE +/- keys together changes the setting in larger steps. + ­ PARAMETER 1, 4 EF1 TYPE 1 / 2 ( effect type of EFFECT 1/2 ) PARAMETER 2, 5 DEPTH / PIT (Depth/pitch) PARAMETER 3, 6 RATE/MIX The function of this parameter depends on which effect type was selected with parameter 1, 4. Parameters/ Values PARAMETER 7 SERIAL/PARA (Serial/parallel) PARAMETER 8 LEVEL (Patch level) Selects the effect type to be used in the EFFECT 1/2 module. 18 different effect types in 10 groups are available. The function of this parameter depends on which effect type was selected with parameter 1, 4. Parameters/ Values Group Display Comment Chorus 1: Monaural chorus effect which mixes an effect sound with shifting pitch (up/down) to the original sound. Chorus 3 : Vibrato effect where only the effect sound shifting pitch (up/down) is output. Flanger 1: Flanger effect with short predelay. Flanger 2: Flanger effect with long predelay. Phaser 2 : 8-step phaser effect. Comment Controls the mix level of the effect sound. Higher values result in higher effect mix level. Comment Determines the connection principle Adjusts the overall level of the EFFECT 1 and EFFECT 2 of the patch. Parameters/ Parameters/ Comment Comment Values Values The setting is common to effect types C1 - E2. C1 CHORUS C2 MIX 0­10 C3 1 FLANGER 2 1 PHASE 2 ROTARY rt TREMOLO tr AUTOPAN STEP DOUBLING SERIAL/ PARA Controls the depth (intensity) of the effect. When the effect type "rt" (Rotary) is selected, the parameter controls the width of the frequency range in which the effect is operating. (Serial/ parallel) Sr, 1P­9P RATE 1­50 Controls the rate (speed) of the effect. Higher values result in faster speed. DEPTH Rotary : Rotary speaker type 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 509 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. [. . . ]