User manual ZOOM RFX300

[. . . ] • Versatile input/output configuration The inputs and outputs of the RFX-300 accommodate both standard phone plugs and RCA type phono plugs. Electronic instruments, multi-track recorders, various audio components and a wide range of other equipment can be connected without hassle. The phone jack input is equipped with a gain switch, allowing connection of microphones as well. You can use the RFX-300 as a portable vocal effect device or as a microphone preamp for recording. [. . . ] The signal from instruments with high-impedance outputs such as electric guitar should be routed through a preamp or guitar effect. Microphone connection ZOOM RFX-300 3 Getting Connected Recording (1) (Insert) Rhythm machine, synthesizer or similar R L Microphone Guitar effect INPUT L/MONO L This is an example for connecting the RFX-300 between a multitrack recorder (cassette MTR, MD MTR or similar) and a sound source (microphone, guitar, rhythm machine or similar). Monaural sound sources should be connected to the INPUT L/MONO jack. Stereo sources should be connected to the INPUT L and R jacks. In this configuration, the signal from the microphone or instrument can be sent to the input of the multi-track recorder after effect processing. The OUTPUT OUTPUT R L balance between original sound and effect sound is INPUT AC adapter R DC9V adjusted at the RFX-300. INPUT Getting Connected Guitar RFX-300 MTR Recording (2) (Send/Return) This is an example for connecting the RFX-300 to the send/return jacks of a multi-track recorder. Connect the send jack of the MTR to the INPUT L/MONO jack of the RFX-300, and connect the OUTPUT L/R jacks of the RFX-300 to the return jacks (or the stereo line input jacks) of the MTR. R SEND OUTPUT R INPUT L/MONO OUTPUT L DC9V AC adapter RETURN L RFX-300 MTR In this configuration, the RFX-300 should be set its outputs send only the effect sound, and the balance between original sound and effect sound is adjusted at the multi-track recorder. If the multi-track recorder is equipped with stereo send jacks, it is also possible to input a stereo send signal to the RFX-300. Mixdown RCA type phono cable INPUT L R L OUTPUT R DC9V RCA type phono cable L INPUT R AC adapter MASTER OUTPUT L R MD recorder MTR RFX-300 This is an example for processing the master L/R output of a multi-track recorder with the RFX-300 and performing mixdown (mixing multiple tracks onto two final stereo tracks) on a master recorder (MD, DAT, or stereo cassette). The balance between original sound and effect sound is adjusted at the RFX-300. 4 ZOOM RFX-300 Live Performance R L OUTPUT L R INPUT L/MONO INPUT L R Keyboard AC adapter DC9V L R This is an example for connecting an instrument or microphone to the RFX300 and using it as a single effect device during a live performance. Microphone Speakers RFX-300 PA mixer To Operate the Unit on Batteries Besides using an AC adapter, the RFX-300 can also be powered from six IEC R6 (size AA) alkaline batteries. When the unit is running on battery power, the POWER indicator on the top panel begins to flash when the batteries are nearing depletion. In such a case, replace the batteries as soon POWER LED as possible. Rear of RFX-300 Six IEC R6 (size AA) batteries Getting Connected / To Operate the Unit on Batteries / Turning the Unit On Tab Battery compartment cover Turning the Unit On 1. 2. Verify that the AC adapter, sound source, and playback equipment are correctly connected to the RFX-300. (2) Time until TAP key is pressed for the second time is measured, and the parameter is set accordingly. If the key-press interval is larger than the maximum possible setting for the current parameter, the parameter is set to the maximum value of the tap input range. Using the Bypass Function The effects of the RFX-300 can be temporarily turned off. This is called the bypass mode. 1. To set the RFX-300 to the bypass mode, press the BYPASS key. level depends on the MIX control position. In bypass mode. . . Lit The RFX-300 has two different bypass states, depending on the currently selected effect. (For information on which effects use which bypass type, please refer to pages 7 - 11. ) • WET MUTE In this condition, only the effect sound is muted. The effects (A1 - A9) using the connection as described in "Recording (2) (Send/Return)" on page 4 operate in this way. The original sound output MIX control minimum MIX control maximum Original sound is No sound is output output unprocessed • DRY THRU The original sound is output without any processing. The setting of the MIX control has no effect. 2. To return the RFX-300 to the normal state, press the BYPASS key once more. 6 ZOOM RFX-300 Effects and Parameters This section explains all effects and adjustable parameters. Table of Effects The following table shows the effect parameters that are adjustable with the VARIATION/TAP key, TIME/ADJUST control, and MIX control for each effect. PARAMETER EFFECT TAP VARIATION/TAP VARIATION Warm / Clear Warm / Clear Warm / Clear Warm / Clear Delay Time Up / Down Warm / Clear Rate Rate Compressor / Limiter Vocal / Instrument Rate Combo / Stack Compressor / Limiter Delay Time Warm / Clear Flanger Rate Delay Time Short Reverb / Long Reverb Short Reverb / Long Reverb Short Reverb / Long Reverb Short Reverb / Long Reverb TIME/ADJUST Reverb Time Reverb Time Reverb Time Reverb Time Delay Time Shift Depth & Rate Rate Rate Release Threshold Rate Presence Comp Threshold Delay Time Chorus Mix Flanger Rate Delay Time Intensity Intensity Intensity Intensity MIX Dry-Wet Balance Dry-Wet Balance Dry-Wet Balance Dry-Wet Balance Dry-Wet Balance Dry-Wet Balance Dry-Wet Balance Dry-Wet Balance Dry-Wet Balance Threshold Enhance Intensity Depth Detune Mix Comp Threshold Reverb Mix Reverb Mix Reverb Mix Reverb Mix Reverb Mix Reverb Mix Reverb Mix BYPASS Wet Mute Wet Mute Wet Mute Wet Mute Wet Mute Wet Mute Wet Mute Wet Mute Wet Mute Dry Thru Dry Thru Dry Thru Dry Thru Dry Thru Dry Thru Dry Thru Dry Thru Dry Thru Dry Thru Dry Thru Dry Thru Dry Thru A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 B9 B10 B11 HALL ROOM PLATE AMBIENCE DELAY PITCH CHORUS FLANGER PHASER COMP/LIMITER MIC SIMULATOR ROTARY CABINET SIM COMP+DETUNE COMP+DELAY CHORUS+REV FLG+REV DELAY+REV POWER MIX WIDE MIX BOOST MIX VOCAL MIX Effects and Parameters Effect Details Reverb This group comprises high-quality stereo reverb effects. The two available variations are a basic sound (Warm) suitable for vocals and general instrumentation, and a clear sound (Clear) suitable mainly for drums and percussion. Effects of this section are best for use in configurations such as shown in the connection example "Recording (2) (Send/Return)" on page 4. Effect Description This effect simulates the acoustic characteristics of a large concert hall. A1 A2 A3 A4 Common to HALL ROOM PLATE AMBIENCE VARIATION/TAP This effect simulates the acoustic space of a medium-size live venue. This effect simulates the so-called "plate reverb" (as produced by a pickup mounted to a large, free-hanging iron plate). Especially the "Clear" variation is great for percussion. Adds natural ambience to the sound source without changing the basic sound character. TIME/ADJUST MIX BYPASS A1 A4 VARIATION (Warm / Clear) Selects reverb variation (Warm or Clear). Reverb Time Adjusts reverb time. Dry-Wet Balance Adjusts the balance between original sound and effect sound. Wet Mute In bypass mode, only the effect sound is muted. TIME ADJUST MIX [Setting Example] VARIATION TAP TIME ADJUST MIX [Setting Example] VARIATION TAP HALL Natural sounding hall reverb that can be used both for The MIX parameter setting in this example male and female vocals. [. . . ] Adjust volume of sound source and set INPUT control to a suitable position. Phone jack input and RCA type phono jack input cannot be used simultaneously. Connect a sound source only to one input. Adjust MIX control to achieve proper balance between direct sound and effected sound. [. . . ]