Zoom Choir 5050 User manual

ZOOM CHOIR
ENGLISH
OPERATION MANUAL

Thank you for selecting the ZOOM Choir 5050 (hereafter simply called the
"5050"). The 5050 is an innovative ambience signal processor incorporating
advanced
ZOOM know-how gained through the development of sophisticatcd
multi-effect devices. 'The product has [he following special features and
functions:
*The latest developrncnts in Zoom's digital technology are
implemented lo
assurenatural-soundinghigh-qualitychorus. reverb and delay effcccs.
Suitable not only for electric guikr, but also for elecuic/acoustic guitar and
bass
enhance men^ Whcn used in combination with the ZOOM Drivcr 5000,
you can achievegrcat conuol over your guitar tone.
Seven sophisticated variations ranging in character from a tight. snappy
sound,
LO a spacious spread, makes it easy to get he right sound for your
creations.
1. CH0 REV
5. DIM WSION
2 CH0 DLY 6. AURA
3. MULTI CH0 7. DELAY
4. DOUBLING
Wide-range con~rolslet you tailor heoutputexaclly to your individualtaste.
Unlike conventionalcompact effwtors. a program mode lets you store your
own 5050settings in mcmory.
The optional foot switch FSOl allows you to change programs easily during
a liveperformance.
Spccially-designed to be used with eihr guitar amplifiers or in line
conneclions.
Please take the time to read this manual carefully, in order to gei the most out
of your 5050and toensureoptimum performance and reliability.

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Setup 11
Selecting the Sound Character in Manual Mode ........... 11
Selecting the Sound Character in Program Mode . . .. 12
Usins he Conuols of the 5050 ........................
12
Using
he Foot Switch FS01 .......................... 13
Effective Use of the Program Mode
and Manual Mode ........................................ 17

Safety Precautions
Please observe the following safctytips and precautions to ensure hazard-free use
of the 5050.
Power reuuirements
The 5050 can be powered by six LEC R6 (size AA) batteries or the optional AC
adapter AD-0003. Do not use any other kind of AC adapter to prevent
malfunction and safety hazards.
When wishing to usc the
5050 on AC power in an area with a different line
voltage, pleaseconsult your local ZOOM distributorabout acquiringaproper AC
adapter.
Environment
Avoid using your 5050 in environrnenki where it will be exposed to:
Temperature extremes
High htmidily or moisture
Excessive dust or sand
Excessive vibr:~lion or shock
Handling
Since the 5050 is a precision electronic device,avoid applying excessive force to
the switchesand butlons. Also kake care not to drop the unit. and do not subject it
to shock or excessivepressure.
Alterations
Never open the case of the 5050 or attempt to modify the product in any way
sincethis
can result in damage.
Connecting cables and inout and outout iacks
You should always turn off the power to the 5050 and all other cquiprnentbefore
connecting or disconnec~ingany cables. Also make sure to disconnect
all cables
and the AC power cord before moving he 5050.

Precautions
Electricalinterference
The 5050 uses digital circuitry that may cause interference and noise if placed
too close
to other eleclrical equipment, such as TV seb and radio receivers. If
such problcms occur, nlovc the 5050 further away from the affectcd
equip men^ Also. when fluorescent lights or deviceswith built-in motors an: in
closeproximity to the unit, the
5050 may not function properly.
Cleaning
Use a soft,dry cloth to clean thc 5050. If necessary. slightly moisten the cloth.
Do not use any abrasivecleansers,waxcs, or solvcnls(such as paint thinner or
cleaning alcohol),since these may dull the finish or damagethe surface.
Incase of malfunction
If a problem arises during operation, turn thc 5050 off and disconnect all
cables, Then contact your local
ZOOM distributor with the following
information: model name, serial numbcr, symptom, your name, address and
phonc numbcr.
Keep
this manual in a convenientplace for future reference.

This section will acquaint you with he 5050 and explain some of the tenns
used in this manual. Even if you arealreadyfamiliar with effmors, you should
quickly scan this section.
Manual mode and program mode
In manual mode, you use the controlsof the 5050 to adjust the sound character
in real time, whereas in program mode you use settings that you have stored
previously. Since hecurrent settingsdo not change when you call up program
mode, you can quickly go back and forth between two sound character settings
by switchingbetween the two modes.
Color
The 5050 incorponlesseven different sound variations which arc referred to as
"color". Depending on which color you choose, the
5050 provides different
ellcct and sound charactercombinations. Also note that the colorsetting affects
tl~caction and the
range of the TIME and DEPTH controls.

Front Panel

(1) Effect LEVEL control
Adjusts hemixing doof original signal and effectsignal.
(2) Eftect EQ control
Adjusts the high
frequency contenl of the cffect signal. Turning the control
clockwise emphasizes the highs, creating a brilliant, dazzling sound. Turning
thecontrol coun~erclockwisercsults in a more subdued sound.
Re careful! Settings above 314 Irwl makes some instruments sound very
brightand aggressive.
(3) TIME control
This control adjusts parameters such as revcrb time and delay time, depending
on which colorselling is selectd.
(4) DEPTIl control
This control adjusts
parameters such as rcvcrb deplh and dclay feedback.
dependingon which colorsetting
is selected.
(5) COLOR control
Selects the general sound character. For an explanalion of the
available
settings. please rcfcr 10 page 15- 16.
In bypass mode,the controh (IJ- (S) do not nprmtt.
(6) POWER indicator
Normally, this
LED is on when the unit is turned on. When manual mode is
selected. the indicator is red and when program mode is selected, the indicator
is green. In the bypass mode, thc indicator is out.
Whenthe banerics arc vcnk, the POWER indicator starts tofish. Whenthis
happens,
replace the banrries as soon as possible. Hnnery life is aboutjive
hours
with manganese Imttr*rirs and fen Itrturs wilh alkaline batteries.
(7) Pedal switch
Scrvcs to switch betwccn bypass mode, manual mode. and program mode,

Rear Panel
(8) AC adapter jack
Serves f& connection of the optional AC adapter AD-0003.
Right Side Panel
(9) Foot swilch jack
Serves for connection of he optional foot switch FSOI.
(10) Input jack
Accepts the input signal from thc guitar. Whcn a plug is inserted in this jack.
the unit turns itself on automatically.

Left Side Panel
(11) Output jack
Stereo output for connection to a guitar amplifier or PA system, mixing
console,etc.
By using two amplifiers in astereo configurahn,a natural spread
can
be achieved. For a monaural connection, the L/MONO jack should be
used.
The batterp rompartment is Iocart-d on the bottom of the unit. Insert six
bnncrirs (size AA, IEC R6) into rhe comportment, obsrrting correct polarity
as shown insidr the rase.