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USER MANUAL GFX-1 ZOOM

Thank you for selecting the ZOOM GFX-I (hereafter simply called the "GFX-1"). Please take the time to read this manual carefully so as to get the most out of the unit and to ensure optimum performance and reliability. b Retain this manual, the warranty card and all other documentation for future reference. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Features Basic Terms … - Operating the Unit on Battery Power Controls and Functions / Connections . b Selecting Patches for Play Using the Tuner Function Making/Changing DRIVE Module Settings Editing a Patch . Storing/Copying Patches .…. Using a Separately Available Expression Pedal Restoring the Factory Defaults . - Effect Sequence . Effect Parameters Specifications / Troubleshooting : Usage Precautions . . NN Patch List © ZOOM Corporation @ Reproduction of this manual, in whole or in part, by any means, is prohibited. + le

FN L / TE)fm2A-2 2004#9A9R AMAR ÆFH5H185 & SAFETY PRECAUTIONS < In this manual, symbols are used to highlight warings and cautions for you 10 read so that accidents can be prevented. The meanings of these symbols are as follows: This symbol indicates explanations about extremely dangerous À. matters. f users ignore this symbol Warning and handle the device the wrong way, serious injury or death could result This symbol indicates explanations about dangerous matters. If users À ignore this symbol and handle the Caution device the wrong way, bodily injury and damage to the equipment could resui. Please observe the following safety tips and précautions 10 ensure hazard free use ofthe GFX-L Power requirements ce power consumption of this unit is fairly high, we recommend the use of an AC adapter whenever possible. When powering the unit from batteries, use only alkaline types. [AC adapter operation] + Be sure to use only an AC adapter which supplies 9 V DC, 300 mA and is equipped with a "center minus’ plug {Zoom AD-0006). The use of an adapter ter than the specified type may damage the unit and pose à safety hazard. + Connect the AC adapter only to an AC utlet that supplies the rated voltage required by the adapter. When disconnecting the AC adapter from the AC outlet, always grasp the dapter itself and do not pull at the ble. ésuten + During lighining or when not using the unit for an extended period, disconnect he AC adapier from te AC out UN [Battery operation] _ + Use four conventional IEC RG (size AA) bateries (alkaline). + The GEX-1 cannot be used for recharging. NS + Pay close attention to the labelling of the baïtery 10 make sure you choose the correct type. + When not using the unit for an extended period, remove the batteries from the unit. Ifbattery leakage has occurred, wipe the batiery compariment and the battery terminals carefully to remove all remnants of battery fluid. While using the unit, the battery comparment cover should be closed. Environment To prevent the risk of fie, electric shock or malfunction, avoid using your GEX-1 in environment where it will be exposed to: + Extreme temperatures + Heat sources such as radiators or stoves + High humidity or moisture + Excessive dust or sand + Excessie vibration or shock Handling + Never place objects flled with liquids. such as vases, on the GEX-1 since this n cause electric shock. + Do not place naked flame sources, such 2 lighted candles, on the GEX-1 since {his can cause fre + The GEX-L is a precision instrument. Do not exert undue pressure on the keys and other controls. AIso take care not 10 drop the unit, and do not subject it to shock or excessive pressure. “Take care that no foreign objects (coins or pins etc.) or liquids ean enter the unit Connecting cables and input and output jacks You should always turn off the power to the GFX-1 and all other equipment before connecting or disconnecting any cables. Also make sure to disconnect all connection cables and the power cord before moving the GEX-1 Alterations Never open the case of the GFX-I or attempt 0 modify the produet in any way since this can result in damage to the unit. Volume Do not use the GFX-1 at a loud volume For a long time since this can cause hearing impairment. [2] ZOOM GFX-1

The GFX-1 is a sophisticated multi-effect processor for guitar with the following great features. © Superior performance The GFX-1 provides a palette of 34 built-in high-quality effects, including a wide variation of distortion settings and flexible modulation effects. Up to nine effects can be used simultaneously. In performance and features, the GFX-1 far surpasses anything in its class. © Sturdy case and smooth operation feel The metal body and large foot switches of the GFX-1 are designed to withstand the rigors of use on stage. The intuitive operation of the unit is derived from the highly popular ZOOM 606. Dedicated selectors for the most important distortion effects make the unit a snap to use. Controlling distortion type and intensity during a performance is smooth and easy. e Buïlt-in auto-chromatic tuner The integrated auto-chromatic tuning function is tailored for the needs of the guitarist and can be used on stage. © Compatible with expression pedal Connecting an optional expression pedal makes it easy to adjust effect depth or volume with your foot during play. Whether you choose pedal wah or gutsy pitch bend, the range of available sounds is on a par with top-range units. © Dual power supply principle allows use anywhere Besides the AC adapter, the unit can also be powered from four IEC RG (size AA) batteries. Continuous operating time on batteries is approximately 7 hours with manganese batteries and 24 hours with alkaline batteries. ZOOM GFX-1 ô

Basic Terms È This section explains some important terms that you will find in this manual. @ Effect module As shown in the illustration below, the effect sound of the GFX-I is created by routing the signal through a series of different effects. Each of these effects is called an effect module. IN>{CoMP WAH}{DRIVE}EQ }{ZNR}{AMP}{MOD/PITCH}{DLY/REV}»- OUT In addition to effect modules such as DRIVE (distortion), MOD/ PITCH (modulation), or DLY/REV (delay and reverb), you can also use the ZNR (Zoom Noise Reduction) and amp simulator simultaneously. Parameters such as effect intensity can be adjusted for each module, and modules can be switched on and off as needed. e Effect type Each effect module of the GFX-1 contains a variety of effects in the 1 same general family. These are called effect types, and you can select one of these at a time. For example, the MOD/PITCH module comprises the effect types chorus, flanger, pitch shifter, etc. @ Effect parameter Each effect module has various parameters that control how the effect operates. By adjusting the parameters for each module, you have a considerable amount of control over the final sound. @ Patch In the GFX-1, effects are stored and called up in patches. À patch contains information about module on/off settings, selected effect s, and effect parameter settings. The GFX-1 can store 40 patches its internal memory. eBank A combination of 4 patches is called a bank. The GFX-1 has a total of 10 banks which are labelled A through J. The patches in each bank are numbered 1 through 4. To select a patch, you specify the bank and the patch number. A1 selects patch 1 in bank A, and F4 selects patch 4 in bank F.

CI || IcH2 jcH4 NK Cou [0H lcH2 (CHS Dan (CH Ban AUX LCA ua (2 LH na JO PATCH 1 cyo [CH2 LH s Guy CH4 PATCH 2 [CH3 CH3 (CHA PATCH3 log 4 [CH4 PATCH4 © Play mode/edit mode These terms refer to the operation state of the GFX-1. The mode is selected with the PLAY/EDIT selector. In play mode, you select the effects for playing, and in edit mode, you can change the effect settings. Operating the Unit on Battery 1

À Turn the unit over, push the latch 2 Insert four fresh IEC R6 (size AA) of the battery compartiment batteries into the battery cover, and lit the cover up. compartment. Battery compartment couer CG EN Four ec R6 (size AA) batteries Battery polarty lternates for each slot. Latch

3. Close the battery compartment cover.

Make sure that the latch snaps shut. NOTE When a dot ( flashes on the display, the batteries are almost exhausted. Replace them as soon as possible. ZOOM GFX-1 6 &—

É ols and Functions / Connectio È Top Panel P DRIVE selector Selects the distortion (effect type) used in the DRIVE module. Display DRIVE LED Shows various information necessary Indicates the on/off for operation of the GFX-1, such as status of the DRIVE patch number, parameter settings, etc. module. STORE key ne FOR CONTROL Serves for storing an mn D ont edited patch or copying von wo an existing patch to mon nu k another location. was an À @ j ® GAIN [+] / [-] keys Adjust the DRIVE module distortion intensity and gain. Foot switches [1] - [4] Serve for effect patch switching and for operation of the tuner function. _& Ô ZOOM GFX-1 CI.

PLAY/EDIT selector Switches between play mode and edit mode and also serves to select the module for editing. VALUE [+] / [-] keys Serve for adjusting setting values for various items. BANK [V]/ [A] keys Serve for switching effect patch banks.

As 7 >) GFXI(E).fm 8 X—5% 2004Æ#9A9A AA FÉSEH 184 & 3 Co: ols and Functions / Connec Rear Panel [OUTPUT / PHONES] jack This jack is used for conection to a guitar amplifier or a pair of stereo headphones. À Y-splitter cable can also be used in this jack to conect the GEX-1 to two amplifiers. CEE m° ZOOM CORPORATION

MODEL GFK-1 SERIAL NO. [INPUT] jack Connect the guitar to this jack INPUT —& Connections To use the GFX-1 in a mono configuration, connect the IOUTPUT/PHONES] jack to the amplifier using a cable with mono phone plugs. By using a Y cable and connecting the UC output 10 two amplifiers, you can get a wider sound spread from the effects. It is also possible to connect a pair of headphones to this jack —& Ô ZOOM GFX-1

Ÿ Controls and Functions / Connections Ÿ [CONTROL IN] jack An optional expression pedal (FPO1/FP02) can be connected here. [DC IN] (AC adapter) jack The dedicated AC adapter AD-0006 (9 V DC, 300 mA, center minus) can be connected here.

[POWER ON/OFF] switch Serves to turn the GEX-1 on and off. © © à

To guard against inadvertently disconnecting the AC adapter cable, wind the cable around the hook, as shown in the illustration. LPHONES] [CONTROL IN] By connecting an optional expression pedal (FPO1/FPO2) here, you can adjust the effect intensity. ZOOM GFX-1 Ô &—

| / T(E)fm10 K—ÿ 2004#Æ9AR91 *RA FÉSH187 Selecting Patches for Play To try out the GFX-1, we recommend that you simply play your instrument while switching patches. (o Power-on e Connect your instrument and guitar amp to the GFX-1, and then set the [POWER ON/OFF] switch on the rear panel to ON. «Turn on the guitar amplifier and adjust the volume to a (suitable position. E Set GFX-1 to play mode + When the [PLAY/EDIT] selector is set to a different position, set it to "PLAY". The currenti: and patch number are shown on the display Bank Patch number HINT immediately after turning on power to the GFX-1, the unit will be in play mode even if the PLAY/EDIT] selector is set to a 6 Switch patches e To switch patches in play mode, use the foot switches [1] - [4].

| / TE)fmIl K—ÿ 2004#9AR91 *HA FHÉSH187 ù: Selecting Patches for Play LÉ G To adjust the master volume + Press one of the VALUE [+]/[-] keys to change the value. The setting range is 0 - 50. When the unit is turned off and on again, the setting will be reset to 40. ———— When using headphones, the master volume setting HINT _ can be used to adjust the listening volume. G Switch banks e To select among the banks A - J, use the BANK [Y]/[A] keys. = By pressing foot switches [1] and [2] together, you can HINT switch to the previous bank, and by pressing foot switches {SJ and [4] together, you can switch to the next bank

PS PS >| > GFXI(E).fm 12 X—5% 2004Æ#0A9A AA FSI 84 & ||@ The GFX-I incorporates an auto-chromatic tuner for guitars. tuner function, the built-in effects must be bypassed (temporaril off) or muted (original sound and effect sound turned off). NOTE The tuner function is not available if the PLAY/EDIT selector is set to a position other than PLAY. (Q Switch to bypass or mute e Press the foot switch [1] - [4] that corresponds to the currently selected patch. Pressing and immediately DE TNT] releasing the switches sets an are ve m the unit to the bypass 5 em] A Les “ [Er condition. Pressing and | 01. pa holding the switches for at = least 1 second sets the unit en) to the mute condition. BP o KL Bypass Mute @| ____ ©] ©) (@| E (a Tune the au e Play the open string you wantto > tune, and watch the display. The left side of the display shows the À noie which is closest 1 ie current pitch

PS PS >| > GFXI(E).fm 13 X—5% 2004Æ#0A9R AA FSI 84 & ||@ ù: Using the Tuner Function LÉ © Adjusting the reference pitch of ) the tuner The default reference pitch of the tuner (the setting which is established when the unit is turned on) is center À = 440 Hz. You can fine-adjust this reference pitch if desired. e Press one of the VALUE [+] / [-] keys. The current reference pitch is shown for about 2 seconds. The default setting is "40" (center A = 440 H. e Use the VALUE [+] / [-] keys to adjust the setting. The setting range is 35 - 45 (center À = 435 to 445 Hz) HINT When power to the unit is turned off and on again, the setting reverts to the & À default of "40° (center À = 440 Hz) G Return to play aux à mode e Press one of the foot \ © el @l switches [1] - [4]. == = The patch of that switch is called up. Pitch is high Pitch is correct Pitchis low à Vi, ay EN vf s ymbol that indicates by - (l [ : @ how much the tuning is off. Ne) à Vu D" au Tune the other strings in the same way. Indication turs faster the more the pitch is of. D. ZOOM GFX-1 ® &— CI ||

FN A >| / 1(E)fm14 K—ÿ 2004Æ9A91 *RA FH5H187 & ||@ DRIVE Module Set The DRIVE module comprises various distortion types and gain settings, which can be adjusted with the dedicated selector and keys at any time. HINT The following operation can be carried out in play mode or edit mode. (o Select the DRIVE module distortion type + Use the DRIVE selector to select the desired distortion type (effect type). The selected effect type name is shown for about 2 seconds on the L display. For a detailed ® list of effect types, see the section "Effect Parameters" at the end of this manual. HINT By setting the PLAY/EDIT selector to the DRIVE position, you can check the current effect type. NOTE When the DRIVE LED is out, the DRIVE module is off. If you Switch to a different effect type in this condition, the module is automatically turned on.

@ Adjust the DRIVE module gain ePress one of the GAIN [+] / [-] keys. nn — Depending on which effect type currently selected, distortion depth or signal gain changes The GAIN parameter value is s seconds on the display. own for about 2

(a To awitchihe \ @ To switch the DRIVE module & on or off | e Press the GAIN [+] /[-] keys together. When the DRIVE module is switched off, the DRIVE LED goes out. HINT The change made in this way is. only temporary. When you select a different patch, the setting will revert to the original condition. lf you want to keep the change, store the patch, as described on page 18. ZOOM GFX-1 (15) &— + nil

FN A >| / T(E)fm16X—% 2004Æ9A9H *HA FHÉSH187 & ||@ © LE ng a Patc Editing means changing the various effect parameter settings of a patch. Use an existing patch as a starting point and adjust the parameters to create your own and original sound.

Select the effect parameter e Use the PLAY/EDIT selector to select the module and parameter you want to edit. The GFX-1 switches to the edit mode and the value of the currently selected effect parameter appears on the display. When the GEX- is in edit mode, a dot is shown in the bottom right corner of the display. Parameter value Lit For information on effect modules and parameters, see the section "Effect san Parameters" at the end of this e) ©) @) ©) @) manual. — — = HINT The DRIVE module can also ve drecty edited | f € Terminate the edit mode by using the DRIVE selector h u and GAIN [+]/[] + Set the PLAY/EDIT selector to "PLAY". keys (— p. 14). The unit reverts to the play mode. KL J (16) ZOOM GFX-1 I ds ds

PS PS >| >? GFXI(E).fm 17 A5 2004Æ#0A9A AA FSI 84 & ||@ a a mn A4 @— @ Adjust the parameter setting value + Use the VALUE [+] / [-] keys. The keys operate as follows. + Keeping one key depressed: Value changes continuously. + Hold down one key while pressing the other key: Value increases/ decreases rapidly. + Pressing both keys simultaneously: Switch to next effect type in same module € Changing the module on/off setting &— Z0! À Ls MR peersPnoceséon + Press one of the foot switchs []- [4]. This switches the effect module selected with the PLAY/EDIT selector aux à on or off. NOTE -|® © _—|® When the [PLAY/EDIT] selector is set to = = “PATCH LEVEL" the module cannot be turned ot NOTE The editing changes made in this way are only temporary. When you return to the play mode and select a different patch, the settings will rever to the original condition. If you want to keep the change, store the settings before switching the patch (— p.18). D. ZOOM GFX-1 17] &— CI ||

An edited patch can be stored at any desired location in the internal memory of the unit. It is also possible to copy an existing patch and store it at another location. © Press the STORE key in play mode or edit mode The bank and patch number on the display are flashing. e Use the BANK [V]J/[A] keys and the foot switches [1] - [4] to specify the patch to be used as a store/copy target. © ZOOM GFX-1 I ds ds

6 Press the STORE key once more When the store/copy process is completed, the ru unit reverts to the original mode, with the target patch being selected. FATE When the store/copy process is executed, the NOTE previous content of the store target is overwritten and cannot be restored if it was a user-created patch. You should therefore take care when selecting a target patch. However, the factory default settings of an individual patch or all patches can be restored, as described on page 21. PORGEXI Aa A n°2 &— @ To cancel the store/copy e| _—|® process e Press the VALUE [+J/[-] keys or GAIN [+J/f] keys instead of the STORE key. The store process is aborted and the unit reverts to the previous mode. NOTE The store process is also canceled when the {PLAY/EDIT] selector or the [DRIVE] selector is operated.

PS PS | D GEXI(E).fm 20 K—% 2004#Æ9A9A AMF ‘F#5H1 85 K Ï Using a Separately Available Expression Pedal The GFX-1 is equipped with a [CONTROL IN] jack that accepts an optional expression pedal. Connect and use the pedal as follows. E Using the expression pedal (FP01/FP02) If you connect an optional expression pedal to the [CONTROL IN] jack, the pedal can be used to adjust the volume or as a real-time controller for an effect parameter. For information on parameters that can be controlled with the FPO1/ FPO2, see pages 25 - 36.

1. Insert the plug of the FP01/FP02 into the [CONTROL IN]

jack and turn the GFX-1 on.

2. Select the patch in play mode and move the expression

pedal up or down. Depending on what is programmed for that patch, the pedal will change the volume or an effect parameter. HINT The pedal can also be used in edit mode. NOTE If you connect the expression pedal while the GFX-1 is on, malfunction may oceur. Be sure to connect the pedal first, and then tum the GFX-1 on. (20) ZOOM GFX-1 &—

PS PS | D GEXI(E).fm 21 K—% 2004#Æ9A9A AREA ‘F#SH1 82 K Restoring the Factory Defaults The GFX-1 comes with 40 recommended patches (factory default patches). Even if you overwrite any of these patches, you can restore the original contents of the patch at any time. There are two ways of restoring factory defaults. "AIL Initialize” returns the entire set of patches to the original condition. "Factory Recall" restores a specific patch to the original condition

1. While holding down the STORE key, turn the unit pie

on. AL} The indication "AL" flashes on the display. DE E To perform All Initialize

2. Press the STORE key once more.

AI patch settings are returned to the factory default condition, and the unit switches to play mode. To cancel AI Initialize, press the VALUE [-Ikey. PS —— HA NOTE Al user-created patches will be lost when performing AI Initialize. Use this function with care. E To perform Factory Recall

2. Use the BANK [YJ/[A] keys and the foot

switches [1] - [4] to select the patch you want to return to the original condition. C = The specified bank and patch number flashes on the y display.

3. Press the STORE key once more.

The settings of the specified patch are returned to the factory default condition. If desired, repeat steps 2 and 3 to restore other patches. To terminate the Factory Recall operation, press the VALUE [-] key. The unit will switch to the play mode at this point. ZOOM GFX-1 (21) &—

PS PS >| > GFXI(E).fm 22 K—5% 2004Æ#0A9A AA FSI 84 & ||@ © ES Sequence ® A patch of the GFX-1 can be thought of as 8 effect modules connected in shown in the illustration below. Depending on the on/off setting of the individual modules, you can use all eight effect modules together or use only specific modules. series, € Effect module sequence and effect types Effect module n ET À wax Dorive D Eo DzNR D AMP 2 MOD/P DLY/REN ons | Qaroun, |an | (aemol (at | Goo] | œous || our LNTER pa. | [useues| | E0 BRIGHT. FLANGER ECHO 80081 | | msonv COMBO FAMGER HALL. RE snoe) |_aons | [mor

For some effect modules, you can select | among several effect types. For example, the |" MOD/PITCH module offers the choices … |-saumer CHORUS, FLANGER, PHASE, TREMOLO, | Suvanaxt etc. FPITCH SHIFT In this module, you can also have two effect types operating in succession, such as FLANGER — CHORUS or TREMOLO — CHORUS _& (22) ZOOM GFX-1 &— CI.

fa Mauro wan #3)" ; AUTO WAR F1 osdar s00sr = Pedal icon When you select this effect type, the Module on/off For every effect module, selecting the "OF" setting will turn the module off. (The "OF" setting, cannot be selected if the IPLAY/EDIT] selector is set to “PATCH LEVEL") respective effect module can be controlled in real time with an expression pedal connected to the GEX-1. Which parameter is changed by moving the pedal also depends on the effect type. HINT. : ExcePt for pedal wah, when an effect type with the pedal icon is selected, the sound will reflect a representative setting of that module. + Ino effect type with a pedal icon is selected within a patch, the expression pedal operates as volume pedal. ZOOM GFX-1 23) &— + 1e

Effect Parameters PATCH LEVEL COMP/LIMIT PATCH LEVEL Adjusts the overall volume of the patch. À value of 25 corresponds 10 unity gain (input level and output level are equal). St) COMP/LIMIT module This module comprises the compressor and limiter effect types. Use the VALUE [+] / [-] keys to select the effect type and adjust the effect intensity. —<& BCOMPRESSOR Î This effect type attenuates high-level signal components and boosts low-level signal components, thereby keeping the overall signal level within a certain range. The effect prolongs sustain and makes the sound more uniform. Higher {C9 | setine values result in stronger compression al wa Leu C9 \ Original sound 11 compresser D nd | nt = ne = ne BLIMITER This effect type attenuates peak levels and prevents overload of the next module. Higher setting values result in stronger limiter action.

WAH module This module comprises auto wah and pedal wah for use with the expression pedal. Use the VALUE [+] / [-] keys to select the effect type and adjust the effect intensity. BAUTO WAH This effect type automa intensity. Hi wah effect dly varies the amount of wah dependent on playing igher input sensitivity for the auto that wah operates also with low input signal levels.

a, The expression pedal adjusts the sensitivity for auto wah. G-2)918-3 BPEDAL BOOST Creates a sound where a certain frequency is boosted when pedal wah is half open. Higher setting values result in higher emphasized frequency

BPEDAL WAH This effect type allows using the expression pedal for pedal wah, where the pedal can be used to shift the emphasized frequency up or down.

Effect Parameters DRIVE DRIVE module ou, In addition to 9 distortion type effects, this module also comprises two clean effect types. Use the VALUE [+] / [-] keys to select the effect type and the GAIN [+] / [-] keys to adjust the gain. Setting the gain to “dP" allows controlling the =. gain with the expression pedal (for all effect types of the DRIVE module). MFDR CLN (FDR Clean) Simulates the clean sound of a built-in type tube amplifier. MUS BLUES Solid crunch sound for playing the Blues. HMS DRV (MS Drive) Drive sound emulating a British style tube stack amp. mEG DRV (BG Drive) Drive sound emulating a tube stack amp with a tight and controlled midrange. MPVY DRV (PVY Drive) High-gain tube amplifier drive sound, great for heavy metal. MOD (Overdrive) Extended overdrive sound with the character of tube amplifier distortion. MDIST (Distortion) Distortion similar to dr MLEAD Smooth, bright distortion sound. BFUZZ Sixties style fuzz sound with fat bass.

5 [9 three-stack amp in the hard rock style

BACOUSTIC Ho) | changes the sound of an teere guitar into that of an acoustic guitar.

BOFF Turns the DRIVE module off. EQ module (basic parameter) This module comprises a 4-band equalizer. Use the VALUE [4] / [:] keys to select the EQ characteristics. M4-BAND EQ (4-Band Equalizer) PS Allows boost or eut in the bass/midde/high/presence band. You can select one Sr of 50 available patterns (1 - 50) Ci 1-10: Lower values result in attenuated highs and emphasized Î lows. EE 11 - 20: Lower values result in lower emphasized frequency. Ci] 21 - 24: Lower values result in emphasized midrange. 25: Flat characteristics

26 - 30: Higher values result in emphasized highs.

31 - 40: Higher values result in higher emphasized frequency.

41 - 50: Higher values result in emphasized presence and lows.

BOFF GP] | runs the EQ modut or. ZOOM GFX-1 27) &— + te

ZNR/AMP module mw|This module comprises ZNR (ZOOM Noise Reduction) for reducing noise during play pauses or silent passages, and an amp simulator which simulates the sound of various guitar amplifiers. Use the VALUE [+] / keys to adjust the ZNR threshold or select the type of amplifier. 3 | MZNR 1] | ZNR (ZOOM Noise Reduction) serves for reducing noise during play pauses +? l'or silent passages. Higher setting values result in more efficient noise 9] | reduction. Set the value as high as possible without causing the sound to be eut off unnaturally COMBO À | Simutates a combo type amplifier. When this setting is selected, the amp simulator is on and ZNR is off.

Effect Parameters ZNR/AMP Î Ca HZNR + COMBO 372 | ZNR and combo amp simulator are both on. Increasing the right-digit value C9 results in more efficient noise reduction. BBRIGHT COMBO {_/] | Simulates a bright sounding combo type amplifier. When this setting is selected, the amp simulator is on and ZNR is off.

ZNR and bright combo amp simulator are both on. Increasing the right-digit value results in more efficient noise reduction

BSTACK Simulates a stack type guitar amplifier. When this setting is selected, the amp simulator is on and ZNR is off BZNR + STACK ZNR and stack amp simulator are both on. Increasing the right-digit value results in more efficient noise reduction. BOFF The ZNR/AMP module is off a |8-À) 9 ZOOM GFX-1 20) &— + le

PS PS és D GFX1(E).fm 30 K— 2004#9A9A ARE ÆFHSH#184 \ 3 \ L S 72 © Effect Parameters MOD/PITCH MOD/PITCH module pie | This module comprises modulation effects such as chorus and flanger, as well as a pitch shifter. Use the VALUE [+] / [:] keys to select the effect type and adjust the effect intensity. M CHORUS (Chorus) This effect mixes a variable pitch-shifted component to the original signal, resulting in full-bodied and expansive sound. Higher setting values result in a more pronounced chorus effect. ; errou Efect sound Ci (ef channe) a TE CI : - Efect sound (ñght channel) 7 o

E =, The expression pedal adjusts the chorus effect depth of the effect sound. [| MFLANGER +” | This effect produces a unique, undulating sound by shifting the pitch up and F 6 down. Higher setting values result in faster modulation F1 MFLANGER-CHORUS 7 | This effect type is a serial connection of flanger and chorus. Higher setting [ 9 values result in faster flanger modulation. (Chorus intensity is fixed.) MPEDAL FLANGER FR 2%, The expression pedal adjusts the modulation speed of the flanger effect.

Effect Parameters MOD/PITCH MPHASE SHIFT (Phaser) This effect mixes a phase-shifted component to the original sound. resulting in a pulsating character Higher setting values result in faster modulation.

This effect type is a serial connection of phaser and chorus. Higher values result in faster phaser modulation. (Chorus intensity is fixed.)

æ% The expression pedal adjusts the modulation speed of the phaser effect BADOUBLING This effect adds very short delay components to the original signal, which gives the sound a more full-bodied character such as when several instruments are playing in unison. Higher setting values result in a more pronounced doubling effect. BDOUBLING->CHORUS This effect type is a serial connection of doubling and chorus. Higher values result in a more pronounced doubling effect. (Chorus intensity is fixed.) à 18 154

MPEDAL DOUBLING =, The expression pedal adjusts the depth of the doubling effect. BTREMOLO This effect periodically varies the volume. Higher setting values result in a faster tremolo.

LEVEL Signal after tremolo effect

BTREMOLO->CHORUS This effect type is a serial connection of tremolo and chorus. Higher setting (0) E9 ) | values result in faster tremolo. (Chorus intensity is fixed.)

EP | éme expression pedal adjusts the speed of the tremolo effect ASTEP This effect introduces a filter which changes randomly, resulting in an auto- arpeggio sound. Higher setting values result in faster step sound change. BSTEP->CHORUS This effect type is a serial connection of step and chorus. Higher setting values result in faster step sound change. (Chorus intensity is fixed.) BPEDAL STEP a, The expression pedal adjusts the speed of the step effect. ECRYI This effect changes the sound in a way similar 10 a talkir setting values result in a more pronounced sound change. simulator, Higher ECRY2 This is a cry effect with a different sound character from CRY 1. Higher setting values result in a more pronounced sound change. 0e 0) 9 AIS

ACRY->CHORUS This effect type is a serial connection of ery and chorus. Higher setting values result in a more pronounced ery type sound change. (Chorus intensity is fixed.) ae)

BPEDAL CRY = The expression pedal adjusts the input sensitivity of the cry effect.

BRING MOD (Ring Modulator) This effect adds amplitude modulation to the signal, resulting in a metallic sound. Higher setting values result in higher modulation frequency.

BRING-CHORUS (Ring Modulator>Chorus) This effect type is a serial connection of ring modulator and chorus. Higher setting values result in higher ring modulator frequency. (Chorus intensity is fixed) 3 |:

The expression pedal adjusts the modulation frequency of the ring modulator.

ASLOW ATTACK (Slow Attack) This effect reduces the attack rate of the sound, resulting in a volume playing style sound. Higher setting values result in a slower attack rate.

ASLOW ATTACK-PITCH SHIFT

This effect type is a serial connection of slow attack and pitch shifter. Higher setting values result in a slower attack rate. (The pitch shifier is fixed to the 1 octave up setting.)

ss, The expression pedal adjusts the rise time of the slow attack.

> GFXI(E).fm 34 N—5 2004Æ#9AR90H ÀME FH5H184 Effect Parameters MOD/PITCH BPITCH SHIFT This effect varies the pitch of the original sound. You can select one out of nine preset pitch shift patterns (P1 - PO). + P1: A component shifted by 1 octave down is mixed to the original sound. + P2: À component shifted by a perfect fifth down is mixed to the original sound. + P3: A chorus effect is added to the P2 setting. + P4: À component shifted by a perfect fourth up is mixed to the original sound. + P5: À chorus effect is added to the P4 setting. + P6: À component shifted by 1 octave up is mixed to the original sound + P7: Aslightly pitch-shifted component is mixed to the original sound, resulting in à chorus with slight modulation. + P8: À component shifted by a perfect fourth up and down is mixed to the original sound. + P9: À component shifted by 1 octave up and down is mixed to the original sound.

The expression pedal shifts the pitch of the original sound downwards The adjustment range is 0 to -2 octaves.

The expression pedal shifis the pitch of the original sound upwards and shifted sound is mixed to the original. The adjustment range is 0 to +1 octave. LA) BOFF Turns the MOD/PITCH module off.

PS PS D GFX1(E).fm 35 K—2 2004#9A9A ARE ÆHSH184 \ 3 e F Effect Parameters DLY/REV T DLY/REV module (basic parameters) ns [This module comprises delay and reverb effects. Use fu |the VALUE [+] / [-] keys to select the effect type and adjust the effect intensity. MDELAY This is a conventional digital delay effect. sing the 0 ca Lever By using the output in stereo, you can __ Onginal sound 1 | achieve a ping-pong delay where the delay Te sound alternates between the left and right channels. The right-digit setting values control the feedback (number of repetitions) and the mixing ratio between original sound Delaÿtime TIME and effect sound. Delay sound

BPEDAL DELAY æ% The expression pedal adjusts the mixing amount of the effect sound 4 BECHO This is a delay effect with a warm sound similar to a tape echo. By using the output in stereo, you can achieve a ping-pong delay where the delay sound alternates between the left and right channels. The right-digit setting values control the feedback (number of repetitions) and the mixing ratio between original sound and effect sound.

æ, The expression pedal adjusts the mixing amount of the effect sound BHALL

This is a reverb effect that produces a sound similar to the reverberation in a concert hall. Higher right-digit setting values result in stronger reverb. BPEDAL HALL æ% The expression pedal adjusts the mixing amount of the effect sound ZOOM GFX-1 © &—

( This is a reverb effect that simulates the reverberation in a room. Higher right- digit setting values result in stronger reverb.

æ, The expression pedal adjusts the mixing amount of the effect sound £ A BOFF GO] |rums the DLY/REV module off DLY/REV module (extended parameters) These parameters serve to adjust the delay time or sn | reverb time for the effect type selected with the DLY/ ‘| REV module basic parameters. A The parameters are linked to the DLY/REV module and n°2 are off when the DLY/REV module is off. { i BDELAY TIME 2 | «When DELAY or ECHO is selected as effect type) Adjusts delay time in 10 ms units. The adjustment range is 10 - 370 ms. (Example: À setting value of 15 gives a delay time of 150 ms.) Eh)

Er) (When HALL or ROOM is selected as effect type) Sets the reverb time in the range from 1 - 10. Higher right-digit setting values result in longer reverb time.

• Design and spec Troubleshooting ations are subject to change without notice: © No power Be sure to use only the AD-0006 Referto "1 Power-on* on page 10. adapter (9 V DC, 300 mA, center © No sound minus plug). Is ZNR setting suitable? Set the ZNR value as high as possible without producing an unnatural cut of the instrument sound. +_Is an expression pedal (FPO1/FPO2) connected to the GFX-1 fully raised? For some patches, the expression pedal controls the volume and the pedal must be pushed down to obtain a suitable volume. © Battery life is short +_ Is the master volume setting low? Are manganese batteries being used? Refer to "$ To adjust the master Continuous operation time is 24 hours ith alkaline batteries but only 7 hours ith manganese batteries. The use of alkaline batteries is recommended. ZOOM GFX-1 © ds A À volume" on page 11 © High level of noise +_ Is ZOOM AC adapter being used?

PS PS e| D GFX1(E).fm 38 K—> 2004#9A9A ARE ÆHSH#184 K @ Electrical interference For safety considerations, the GFX-I has been designed to provide maximum protection against the emission of electromagnetic radiation from inside the device, and protection from external interference. However, equipment that is very susceptible to interference or that emits powerful electromagnetic waves should not be placed near the GFX-1, as the possibility of interference cannot be ruled out entirely. With any type of digital control device, the GFX-1 included, electromagnetic interference can cause malfunctioning and can corrupt or destroy data. Care should be taken to minimize the risk of damage. © Cleaning L Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the GFX-1. If necessary, slightly moisten the cloth. Do not use abrasive cleanser, wax, or solvents such as paint thinner or cleaning alcohol), since these may dull the finish or damage the surface.

Please keep this manual in a convenient place for future reference.

FN A és ? 1(E).fm 39 K— 2004Æ9A91 *HA FHÉSH187 N Bank | N Patch Name CT 1 [Attack Cool crunch sound with strong attack [A] 2__| Harpsichord Guitar | Harpsichord sound DEMO 3 | Fuse Lead Smooth lead sound 4 [Passion Passionate fuzz 1__ | Extreme Meta Extreme American meta sound [1 2_| Mystical Rich delay good for 120-BPM tempo LoUDHEAUY [3 _[Def-T Rhythm “Crunch sound For heavy rock. 4_[Def-T Drive Distortion for heavy rock 1 [Emotion Expressive distortion [cl 2__| Redio-H Cieen Tremolo sound suitable For ar MODERN 3 _[Wid Crunch Solid crunch sound rock 4 _ [Double Rage “Great for single-note A in drop-D tuning, 1__| Green Punk Pop punk sound Cl 2 _|Delayed Clean Good for violin playing in 120 BPM SRUNGE/ 3 | Kurt Crunch Slighly distorted crunch sound PUNK 4 [SuperDrve Multipurpose right distortion: 1 jou Stack Nostalgie stack amp sound [El 2_|[Rockabily Rockabilly sound wâth doubling elect cLASSIC 3 _[uefrs Piten Octaver 4_[wniteLpc Lead sound of humbucker pickup NZ 1_[Heawy Jet Drastic jet sound [F1 2 [Fantasy Magical clean sound MULTI FX 3 [Taka Cry Talking modulator sound 4 [Step Stream Avant garde step sound 1__[70's Wah Drive 19708 sound by wah and drive IG] 2_|BeatBox British sound for backing TRAD 3 [ik Fiange Versatile Hanging sound 4 [LP-Pa Old humbucker sound faithful 1 nuances 1_ [Blues Drve Drive sound for blues fH] 2_[Patm New York jazz sound JAZZ/BLUES [73 | Warm Tone Slightly distorted acid jazz sound 4 [Match Superb crunch sound 1__ [Heavy Funk Heavy funk sound (oi 2__j'American Giean__ | Clean sound of builtin vacuum tube amp FUNK 3 | Cruncn P-Wen Crunch sound with enhanced pedal wah 4_[SouvFunk Auto wah for Funk 1 | HiGain Dave Powerful distortion NI 2 Beautiful phaser NEWAGE [3 Distortion compatible with Big beat 4 _[Radio-H Wair Modern stack amp sound ZOOM GFX-1 © &—

é GFX1(E).fm 40 K— 2004#Æ9A91 AA FH#5#187 o 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 designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not oceur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by tuming the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measure + Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. + _ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. + Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. + Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. ALES