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    Operation Manual © ZOOM Corporation Reproduction of this manual, in whole or in part, by any means, is prohibited.[...]

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    ZOOM G7.1ut 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 ignor e this symbol and handle the device the wrong way , serious injur[...]

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    ZOOM G7.1ut 4 Features Thank you for selecting the ZOOM G7.1ut (simply called the " G7.1ut " in this manual). The G7.1ut is a sophisticated Multi Effect Processor with the following features. ● Latest technology for top performance Excellent sound quality is assured by signal processing featuring 96 kHz/24 bit sampling and internal 32-b[...]

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    ZOOM G7.1ut 6 Controls and Functions T op panel Rear panel ■ Control section ■ T ube section ■ Pre-amp section BANK [ W ]/[ Q ] foot switches [FUNCTION] (CH A/B) foot switch Expression pedal Foot switches 1 – 4 INPUT jack POWER switch -10 dBm/+4 dBm switch AC IN connector OUTPUT R jack MIDI OUT connector OUTPUT L/MONO jack MIDI IN connector[...]

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    ZOOM G7.1ut 8 AC adapter Expression pedal Guitar Guitar -10 dBm/+4 dBm switch -10 dBm/+4 dBm switch Guitar amplifiers Headphones Rhythm machine MIDI interface Computer MTR When connecting to the power amplif ier input on the rear panel of a guitar amplifier , set the switch to "+4 dBm". The G7.1ut incorporates a feature for matching its c[...]

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    ZOOM G7.1ut 10 Quick Guide 1 (Play Mode/Manual Mode Operation) This section explains various basic steps, allowing you to use the G7.1ut right away. É BpmTp BpmTp AmpDrive AmpDrive ™ LVL100 LVL100 U0 U 0 Selecting a patch (play mode) HINT Y ou can switch the group/bank by turning the [TYPE] knob. NOTE In manual mode, the foot switches do not sel[...]

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    ZOOM G7.1ut 12 Quick Guide 2 (Edit Mode/Store Mode Operation) This section explains how to edit a selected patch and how to store the changes you have made. ¡ Depth =100 Depth =100 é MOD:Chorus MOD:Chorus ™STORE?åU0-1 é NEWDrive £:PATCH U 0 Editing a patch (edit mode) HINT • The ef fect type (distortion type) of the PRE-AMP module can be c[...]

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    ZOOM G7.1ut 14 É BpmTp BpmTp é NewDrive NewDrive ™ LVL100 LVL100 A0 A 0 Group name (A, b, U, u) Bank number (0 – 9) Patch name "E" symbol Groups A and b are read-only groups (preset groups). Groups U and u are read/write enabled groups (user groups). If the currently displayed setting value dif fers from the original patch setting, [...]

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    Selecting Patches for Playing (Play Mode) ZOOM G7.1ut 16 [PRESENCE] knob [LEVEL] knob [BASS] knob [MIDDLE] knob [TREBLE] knob [GAIN] knob Distortion intensity Pre-amp module output level Low range boost/cut Mid range boost/cut High range boost/cut Ultra-high range boost/cut • The lit [STORE/SWAP] key indicates that one or more items (including it[...]

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    ZOOM G7.1ut 18 É BpmTp BpmTp é NewDrive NewDrive ™ LVL100 LVL100 "E" symbol If the currently displayed setting value dif fers from the original patch setting, the indication "E" (for "Edited") appears. BANK [ W ] foot switch LED This is always lit when the G7.1ut is in manual mode. When you press this foot switch i[...]

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    ZOOM G7.1ut 20 Using the Internal Tuner (Bypass/Mute Condition) The G7.1ut incorporates a tuner function that supports regular chromatic tuning as well as special tuning. This section explains the steps for using the tuner. Using the chromatic tuner To use the chromatic tuner function, proceed as follows. 1. In play mode, manual mode, or edit mode,[...]

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    Using the Internal Tuner (Bypass/Mute Condition) ZOOM G7.1ut 22 STR1 STR2 STR3 STR4 STR5 STR6 STR7 GUITAR BASS OPEN A OPEN G OPEN E OPEN D DADGAD G D A E B E B G D A E B E DB A E A E D A GB D A D E B AB E B E D B G D G D D A G D A D Tuner type String number Using other tuner types Besides chromatic tuning, the G7.1ut offers various other tuning typ[...]

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    Changing the Sound of a Patch (Edit Mode) ZOOM G7.1ut 24 [COMP] key [EQ] key [MOD/EFX2] key [REVERB] key [WAH/EFX1] key [PRE-AMP] key [CABINET] key [DELAY] key [TOTAL/FUNCTION] key [ZNR] key Effect module keys • The effect module keys for modules that are ON in the currently selected patch are lit in red (keys for modules that are OFF are not lit[...]

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    Changing the Sound of a Patch (Edit Mode) ZOOM G7.1ut 26 5. Repeat steps 2 – 4 to edit other modules in the same way. 6. When editing is finished, press the [EXIT] key. The G7.1ut returns to the previous mode. NOTE • The changes that you have made to a patch will be lost when you select another patch. To keep the changes, store the patch first [...]

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    Storing Patches and Banks (Store Mode) ZOOM G7.1ut 28 5. Use parameter knob 1 or the foot switches 1 – 4 to select the store/ swap target patch number. 6. Press the [STORE/SWAP] key once more. The store/swap process is carried out, and the G7.1ut then returns to the play mode or manual mode with the store/swap target patch being selected. By pres[...]

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    ZOOM G7.1ut 30 Using the Expression Pedal This section explains how to use the built-in and an external expression pedal. About the built-in expression pedal The G7.1ut has an integrated expression pedal that can be used to control specific effect parameters in real time. The pedal has four control targets (PDL1 – PDL4), which makes it possible t[...]

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    Using the Expression Pedal ZOOM G7.1ut 32 NOTE It is also possible to specify the same parameter for more than one control target, but in some cases, extreme parameter value changes may lead to noise. This is not a defect. 8. When all settings for the built-in expression pedal have been made, press the [EXIT] key. The unit returns to play mode. 9. [...]

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    ZOOM G7.1ut 34 Using the Function Foot Switch The G7.1ut provides a programmable [FUNCTION] (CH A/B) foot switch on the top panel. You can select one from a range of functions, assign it to the switch, and store the setting for each patch individually. 1. In play mode, select the patch. HINT The [FUNCTION] (CH A/B) foot switch assignment can be set[...]

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    Using the Function Foot Switch ZOOM G7.1ut 36 4. To synchronize a parameter to the specified tempo, select the effect type and effect parameter to synchronize, and select the note symbol as the setting value for the parameter. The setting value for effect parameters which support tempo synchronization can be selected in note units, using the patch [...]

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    MIDI Usage Examples ZOOM G7.1ut 38 5. Turn parameter knob 1 to select the MIDI channel (1 – 16) on which the G7.1ut will send MIDI messages. 6. When the setting is complete, press the [EXIT] key to exit the AMP SELECT/SYSTEM menu. The indication “Store...?” appears on the display, to allow you to store the changes. 7. Press the [STORE/SWAP] k[...]

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    MIDI Usage Examples ZOOM G7.1ut 40 SELECT/SYSTEM menu. If any setting on the AMP SELECT/SYSTEM menu has been changed, the indication “Store...?” appears on the display, to allow you to store the changes. 5. Press the [STORE/SWAP] key to save the changes. The setting is accepted, and the unit returns to play mode. In the above condition (while ?[...]

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    MIDI Usage Examples ZOOM G7.1ut 42 ■ Enable control change send/ receive The procedure for enabling send/receive of control change messages is described below. 1. In play mode, press the [AMP SELECT/SYSTEM] key. 2. To enable the G7.1ut to receive control change messages, turn the [TYPE] knob to bring up the “MIDI CTRL Rx” (receive control cha[...]

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    MIDI Usage Examples ZOOM G7.1ut 44 ● When module on/off switching is performed When the module is set to on, the value 127 of the control change number is sent. When the module is set to off, the value 0 of the control change number is sent. ● When bypass/mute on/off switching is performed When bypass/mute is set to on, the value 127 of the con[...]

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    ZOOM G7.1ut 46 Other Functions Using the ARRM function The G7.1ut incorporates an innovative feature called ARRM (Auto-Repeat Real-time Modulation) which uses various internally generated control waveforms to cyclically modify effect parameters. You can select for example a triangular waveform and apply it to the wah frequency as a control target. [...]

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    Other Functions ZOOM G7.1ut 48 Fig. 1: Signal flow during recording Fig. 2: Signal flow during playback (1) Fig. 3: Signal flow during playback (2) [USB] [USB] [INPUT] USB USB DAW software DAW software DAW software Effects G7.1ut G7.1ut [INPUT] [OUTPUT] [OUTPUT] Effects [USB] USB G7.1ut [INPUT] [OUTPUT] Effects When you play your guitar in this con[...]

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    Other Functions ZOOM G7.1ut 50 About the editor/librarian software ZOOM CORPORATION makes an editor/ librarian software application available for download on its web site. To use the software, the computer must have a MIDI interface, and a connection must be established between the MIDI IN/MIDI OUT connectors of the computer and the MIDI OUT/ MIDI [...]

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    Linking Effects ZOOM G7.1ut 52 Using the Amp Select Function The G7.1ut incorporates an Amp Select function that optimizes the frequency response to match a the type of amplifier in use. When starting to use the G7.1ut or when changing the guitar amp, you should choose a suitable Amp Select setting as described below. NOTE The Amp Select feature is[...]

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    ZOOM G7.1ut 54 This effect simulates a tape echo. The above two ef fect types have the same parameters. PARM1 PARM2 PARM3 PARM4 Time 1 – 2000 mS FeedBack 0 – 100 HiDamp 0 – 10 Mix 0 – 100 Sets the delay time. Adjusts the amount of feedback. Higher setting values result in a higher number of delay sound Adjusts the treble attenuation of the [...]

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    Effect Types and Parameters ZOOM G7.1ut 56 Tremolo This effect periodically varies the volume level. PARM1 PARM2 PARM3 PARM4 Depth 0 – 100 Rate 0 – 50 Wave UP 0 – 9, DWN 0 – 9, TRI 0 – 9 Level 2 – 100 Adjusts the modulation depth. Adjusts the modulation rate. Controls the modulation wav eform. A vailable wav eform types are "UP&quo[...]

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    Effect Types and Parameters ZOOM G7.1ut 58 PRE AMP module This module comprises 35 types of distortion and an acoustic simulator . In edit mode, the module is adjusted using the [GAIN] and [LEVEL] knobs of the pre-amp section and the parameter knobs 1 and 2. For each effect type in this module, ther e are 2 algorithms (for live playing and direct r[...]

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    Effect Types and Parameters ZOOM G7.1ut 60 CABINET module This effect simulates the sound obtained when r ecording an amp cabinet with a microphone. The simulated mic type and position can be selected. The on/of f status of this module controls the automatic algorithm selection in the PRE-AMP module ( → p. 51). PARM1 PARM2 PARM3 Mic Type Dyna, Co[...]

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    Effect Types and Parameters ZOOM G7.1ut 62 Delay This is a delay with a maximum setting of 2000 ms. Tape Echo This effect simulates a tape echo. The above tw o effect types ha ve the same parameters. PARM1 PARM2 PARM3 PARM4 Time 1 – 2000 mS FeedBack 0 – 100 HiDamp 0 – 10 Mix 0 – 100 Sets the delay time. Adjusts the amount of feedback. Highe[...]

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    Effect Types and Parameters ZOOM G7.1ut 64 Comb Filter This effect uses the comb fi lter characteristics generated by using fi xed modulation on the flanger as an equalizer . PARM1 PARM2 PARM3 PARM4 Frequency 1 – 50 Resonance -10 – 10 HiDamp 0 – 10 Mix 0 – 100 Adjusts the frequency to be emphasized. Adjusts the resonance intensity . Adju[...]

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    Effect Types and Parameters ZOOM G7.1ut 66 Ping Pong Dly This is a ping-pong delay with a delay time of up to 3000 ms. PARM1 PARM2 PARM3 PARM4 Time 1 – 3000 FeedBack 0 – 100 Hi Damp 0 – 10 Mix 0 – 100 Sets the delay time. Adjusts the feedback amount. Adjusts the treble attenuation of the effect sound. Adjusts the lev el of the effect sound [...]

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    ZOOM G7.1ut 68 Troubleshooting ■ No sound or very low volume • Make sure that the POWER switch is on. • Try adjusting the LEVEL knob. • Make sure that the INPUT jack and the guitar, and the OUTPUT L/MONO (or OUTPUT R) jack and the guitar amp are connected properly. • Make sure that the shielded cable is not defective. • Try adjusting th[...]

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    Specifications ZOOM G7.1ut 70 MIDI implementation chart [EFFECTOR ] Date : 08.Oct.,2005 Model G7.1ut MIDI Implementation Chart Version :1.00 +---------------------+--------------------+--------------------+---------------------+ | | Transmitted | Recognized | Remarks | | Function ... | | | | +---------------------+--------------------+-------------[...]

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    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 G7.1ut - 5000-2 The FCC regulation warning (for U.S.A.) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are d[...]

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    The long history of the VOX company harks back to the foundation of “Jennings Musical Instruments” (JMI) in 1958. Originally, this company made amplifiers with 10-15w output power but the musical trend required more powerful amplification, which resulted in the birth of the revered “AC30” guitar amp. The very original AC30 had two Celestion[...]

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    G7.1ut Modeling Description Such as product names and company names are all (registered) brand names or trade marks of each respective holders, and Zoom Corporation is not associated or affiliated with them. All product names, explanation and images are used for only purpose of identifying the specific products that were referenced during product d[...]

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    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[...]

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    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 [...]