Zoom A2.1U manual

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ZOOM A2.1u 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS In this manual, symbols are used to highlight warnings and cautions for you to read so that accidents can be prev ented. The meanings of these symbols are as follows: This symbol indicates explanations about extremely dangerous matters. If users ignore this symbol and handle the device the wrong way , serious injury [...]

ZOOM A2.1u 3 Contents SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Usage Precautions .................................... 2 Features ............................................................................................... 4 Terms Used in This Manual ................................................................ 5 Controls and Functions / Connections ...............[...]

ZOOM A2.1u 4 Features Thank you for selecting the ZOOM A2.1u (simply called the " A2.1u " in this manual). The A2.1u is a sophisticated effect processor for acoustic guitar with the following features. ● Latest technology for top performance Excellent sound quality is assured by signal processing circuitry featuring 96 kHz/24 bit sampli[...]

ZOOM A2.1u 5 IN MODEL MIC COMP/LIMIT LO EQ HI EQ ZNR MOD/EFX DELAY/REVERB OUT Terms Used in This Manual This section explains some important terms that are used throughout the A2.1u documentation. ■ Effect module As shown in the illustration above, the A2.1u can be thought of as a combination of several single effects. Each of these is referred t[...]

ZOOM A2.1u 6 Controls and Functions / Connections Module selector Top Panel Rear Panel Switches between play/manual mode and edit mode. In edit mode, the knob selects the module for operation. Serves for storing edited patches in memory. [USB] connector Allows you to connect the A2.1u to a computer, for use as an audio interface. [BALANCED OUT] con[...]

Controls and Functions / Connections ZOOM A2.1u 7 Parameter knobs 1 - 3 These knobs allow changing the value of effect parameters or the level of the overall patch. During rhythm playback, the knobs let you select a pattern, set the tempo, and adjust the rhythm volume. RHYTHM [ R / P ] key Serves to start and stop rhythm playback. Expression pedal [...]

ZOOM A2.1u 8 Selecting a Patch A1 HINT Tu rn power on Set the A2.1u to play mode Use a shielded cable with mono phone plug to connect your guitar to the [INPUT] jack of the A2.1u. To power the A2.1u from the AC adapter , plug the adapter into a wall outlet and plug the cable from the adapter into the [DC 9V] jack on the A2.1u. Tu rn the playback sy[...]

Selecting a Patch ZOOM A2.1u 9 Adjust tone and volume To adjust the effect sound and volume levels in play mode, the Parameter knobs 1 – 3 can be used. Each knob controls a specific parameter . When you turn a Parameter knob, the corresponding LED lights up and the display briefly shows the current value of the respecti ve parameter . NOTE • If[...]

ZOOM A2.1u 10 Using the Tuner A8 B P MT Switch to bypass or mute Setting the A2.1u to the bypass condition In play mode (or manual mode), press both [ W ]/[ Q ] foot switches together briefly and release. Setting the A2.1u to the mute condition In play mode (or manual mode), press both [ W ]/[ Q ] foot switches together and hold for at least 1 seco[...]

Using the Tuner ZOOM A2.1u 11 A8 4 0 42 NOTE Pitch is high Pitch is correct Indication turns faster the more the pitch is off. Pitch is low Tu ne other strings in the same way. The right side of the display shows a symbol that indicates by how much the tuning is off. When you turn the A2.1u off and on again, the refer ence pitch setting will be re [...]

ZOOM A2.1u 12 NOTE Set the A2.1u to play mode (or manual mode) If the Module selector is set to a position other than "PLA Y", set it to "PLA Y". Start the rhythm function Select a rhythm pattern To start the rhythm function, press the RHYTHM [ R / P ] key. To continuously switch rhythm patterns, tur n parameter knob 1. To selec[...]

Using the Rhythm Function ZOOM A2.1u 13 2 5 2 04 0 Dot is shown T empo = 120 BPM T empo =240 BPM Dots are shown Adjust the rhythm volume To adjust the rhythm volume, tur n parameter knob 3. Adjust the tempo To continuously change the rhythm tempo, turn parameter knob 2. By connecting a foot switch (FS01) to the [CONTROL IN] jack and assigning the &[...]

ZOOM A2.1u 14 Editing a Patch The patches of the A2.1u can be freely edited by changing the effect parameter settings. Try editing the currently selected patch to create your own sound. M D O F Select the effect module Tu rn the Module selector to select the effect module to edit. The following settings are available. (1) MODEL module (2) MIC modul[...]

Editing a Patch ZOOM A2.1u 15 5 5 S C T erminate the edit mode To terminate the edit mode and return to the play mode, set the Module selector to the "PLA Y" position. NOTE When you select another patch after editing, the changes you have made in edit mode will be lost unless you store the patch first. T o re tain the changes, store the p[...]

ZOOM A2.1u 16 Storing/Copying Patches An edited patch can be stored in a bank of the user area (A – d). It is also possible to store an existing patch in another location to create a copy. A 0 D 0 In play mode, manual mode, or edit mode, press the [STORE] key. The bank and patch number are shown on the display as a flashing indication. NOTE Patch[...]

Storing/Copying Patches ZOOM A2.1u 17 D 4 D 4 To cancel the store pr ocess To cancel the store process, operate the Module selector before pr essing the [STORE] key again (step ). Press the [STORE] key once more When the store/copy pr ocess is completed, the unit returns to the previous mode, with the target patch being selected. Specify the store/[...]

ZOOM A2.1u 18 Using the Built-in Expression Pedal The expression pedal on the top panel of the A2.1u lets you adjust effect parameters or the volume in real time during play, or alter the feedback control frequency. Which element is controlled by the pedal can be selected for each patch individually. HINT Select the patch for which the expr ession [...]

Using the Built-in Expression Pedal ZOOM A2.1u 19 NOTE If you select another patch in play mode without storing the patch, any changes that you have made to the settings will be lost. HINT • When the expression pedal is assigned to the TONE parameter , the MODEL module can be switched on and off. • When the expression pedal is assigned to FEEDB[...]

ZOOM A2.1u 20 Using the Feedback Control The feedback control function of the A2.1u allows automatic or manual detection of the frequency range where acoustic feedback occurs. This frequency range is then attenuated to eliminate feedback. The feedback control function can be set in edit mode and can also be operated by foot switch or the built-in e[...]

Using the Feedback Control ZOOM A2.1u 21 Automatic detection of feedback frequency The A2.1u can automatically detect the frequency range where acoustic feedback is occurring. If acoustic feedback should suddenly develop during a performance, you can simply hit the foot switch to turn the function on and suppress the feedback sound. This is possibl[...]

Using the Feedback Control ZOOM A2.1u 22 Using the built-in expression pedal to operate the feedback control function The built-in expression pedal of the A2.1u can be used to switch the feedback control function on and off, and to adjust the feedback frequency. This is possible both in play mode and manual mode. 1. Refer to the section "Manua[...]

ZOOM A2.1u 23 Using Manual Mode The condition where the foot switches are used to switch the MOD/EFX module or the feedback control function on and off during play is called "manual mode". 1. In play mode, select a patch. When you enter manual mode, the [ W ]/[ Q ] foot switches are assigned different functions and cannot be used to selec[...]

ZOOM A2.1u 24 Other Functions This section describes how to use the internal expression pedal as well as an external pedal or foot switch. Use of the A2.1u as an audio interface or direct box is also explained. Making settings for the built-in expression pedal The expression pedal on the top panel of the A2.1u lets you adjust effect parameters or t[...]

Other Functions ZOOM A2.1u 25 1. Turn power to the A2.1u on while keeping the [PEDAL ASSIGN] key depressed. The indication "dn" appears on the display. 2. With the expression pedal fully raised, press the [STORE] key. The display indication changes to "UP". 3. Push the expression pedal fully down and then lift your foot off the [...]

Other Functions ZOOM A2.1u 26 3. Turn parameter knob 2 to select one of the following functions for the foot switch. ● bP (bypass/mute) The foot switch controls bypass or mute on/off. This has the same effect as pressing both [ W ]/ [ Q ] foot switches at the same time in play mode or manual mode. ● tP (tap tempo) Pressing the foot switch repea[...]

Other Functions ZOOM A2.1u 27 [USB] [USB] [INPUT] USB USB DAW application DAW application Effects Effects A2.1u Record A2.1u [INPUT] [OUTPUT/PHONES] [OUTPUT/PHONES] Playback ■ Sampling frequencies 32 kHz / 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz HINT With the operating systems listed above, the A2.1u will function as an audio interface simply by connecting the USB cab[...]

Other Functions ZOOM A2.1u 28 The [PRE/POST] switch lets you control the position where the signal supplied at the [BALANCED OUT] connector is branched off. To use the signal after effect processing, select the "POST" position (switch engaged). To use the signal before effect processing, select the "PRE" position (switch disenga[...]

ZOOM A2.1u 29 MIC MARTIN DREADNOUGHT GIBSON SUPER JUMBO MARTIN AUDITORIUM GIBSON ROUND SHOULDER TACOMA OVATION NYLON MACCAFERRI DOBRO NATIONAL RESOPHONIC TUBE PRE AMP COMPRESSOR LIMITER HALL ROOM SPRING ARENA TILED ROOM MODERN SPRING BRIGHT SLAP REVERB DARK SLAP REVERB EARLY REFLECTION MULTI TAP DELAY DELAY ECHO PINGPONG DELAY HI EQ HI PARAMETRIC E[...]

ZOOM A2.1u 30 Effect Types and Parameters MOD/EFX MOD/EFX (Modulation/Effects) module Comprises modulation and delay effects such as chorus, wah, delay , and echo. CH CHORUS This effect mixes a variable pitch-shifted component to the original signal, resulting in full-bodied resonating sound. DEPTH 0 – 98, 1.0 RATE 1 – 50 MIX 0 – 98, 1.0 Adju[...]

Effect Types and Parameters ZOOM A2.1u 31 MODEL MODEL module This module provides 12 types of acoustic guitar and mic pr eamp simulations. * Manufacturer names and product names mentioned in this table ar e trademarks or r egistered trademarks of their respective owners. The names ar e used only to illustrate sonic characteristics and do not indica[...]

Effect Types and Parameters ZOOM A2.1u 32 MIC MIC module This module simulates mic directional characteristics when r ecording the acoustic guitar type selected with the MODEL module by micr ophone. MC MIC Simulates the sound that is recor ded by microphone. Y ou can select the mic type and position. MIC TYPE dy, Co POSITION 0 – 2 MIC DISTANCE 0 [...]

Effect Types and Parameters ZOOM A2.1u 33 [T able 1] Display 51 0 2 04 06 0 Frequency 50Hz 100Hz 200Hz 400Hz 600Hz HI EQ HI EQ module This is an equalizer for the high frequency range. Y ou can select either a 3-band equalizer or parametric equalizer . HE HI EQ (High EQ) This is a 3-band equalizer that adjusts the frequency range above 1.2 kHz. 1.2[...]

Effect Types and Parameters ZOOM A2.1u 34 The two effect types on the preceding page ha ve the same parameters. DEPTH 0 – 98, 1.0 RATE 1 – 50 MIX 0 – 98, 1.0 Adjusts the modulation depth. Adjusts the modulation rate. Adjusts the lev el of the effect sound mixed to the original sound. Ar AIR Simulates the ambience of a room, giving the sound s[...]

Effect Types and Parameters ZOOM A2.1u 35 dt DETUNE This effect mixes a pitch-shifted component to the original signal, resulting in r esonating sound such as from a 12- string guitar . DEPTH -15 – -1, 0, 1 – 15 TONE 0 – 10 MIX 0 – 98, 1.0 Adjusts the modulation depth. Adjusts the sound quality . Adjusts the lev el of the effect sound mixed[...]

Effect Types and Parameters ZOOM A2.1u 36 MS MODERN SPRING This effect simulates a spring-type reverb with bright sound. The above six ef fect types have the same parameters. DECAY 1 – 30 TONE 0 – 10 MIX 0 – 98, 1.0 Adjusts the duration of the rev erb . Adjusts the sound quality . Adjusts the lev el of the effect sound mixed to the original s[...]

Effect Types and Parameters ZOOM A2.1u 37 CONTROL CONTROL module Serves for making built-in expression pedal settings and lets you control the foot switch function and master level setting applying to all patches. Ct CONTROL RTM DESTINATION See Table 3 FS See Table 4 MASTER LEVEL 0 – 98, 1.0 Selects the modulation target module that is controlled[...]

Troubleshooting ZOOM A2.1u 38 GLOBAL GLOBAL module Serves for making settings to match the guitar amplifier and pickup in use and to control the feedback contr ol function. The settings of this module apply to all patches. GL GLOBAL PICK UP SELECT See Table 5 FEEDBACK FREQ oF, At,1 – 30 AMP SELECT See table 6 Modifies the sound quality dependin[...]

ZOOM A2.1u 39 Specifications Number of effect types 47 Number of effect modules 8 simultaneously usable modules Patch memory User area 10 patches x 4 banks Preset ar ea 10 patches x 4 banks Sampling frequency 96 kHz A/D conversion 24-bit, 64-times oversampling D/A conversion 24-bit, 128-times oversampling Signal processing 32-bit Frequency response[...]

ZOOM CORPORA TION ITOHPIA Iwamotocho 2chome Bldg. 2F, 2-11-2, Iwamoto-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0032, Japan Web Site: http://www.zoom.co.jp A2.1u - 5000-1 A2.1u Preset Pattern No PatternName TimSig No PatternName TimSig 1 8beat_1 4/4 21 3per4 3/4 2 8beat_2 4/4 22 6per8 3/4 3 8beat_3 4/4 23 5per4_1 5/4 4 8shuffle 4/4 24 5per4_2 5/4 5 16beat_1 4/4 2[...]

CATEGORY No. NAME KEY EFFECT COMMENT PEDAL SETTING MODEL A0 D-28 MARTIN D-28 The sound of a Martin D-28, the "gold standard" of acoustic guitars. Dynamic and gorgeous. VOLUME A1 J-200 GIBSON J-200 Simulation of a Gibson J-200 with its large, impressive body and sound to match. VOLUME A2 TRIPLE 0 MARTIN OOO-18 Simulation of the increasingl[...]

To connect this unit to a computer running Windows XP and to enable audio input/output, pr oceed as follows. Install Cubase LE on the computer . When you insert the CD-ROM supplied with this product into the CD- ROM drive of the computer, the installer will start up automatically. Follow the on-screen instructions to install Cubase LE. Connect this[...]

Access the "File" menu and select "New Project". The new project window appears. Here you can select a project template. Make sure that the "Empty" template is selected, and click the OK button. A window for selecting the project file save location appears. After specifying the project file save location (such as the [...]