Zoom G2 User manual

Operation Manual
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Terms used in this manual
Patch memory
Patch memories store effects and amps used, effect on/off states and parameter setting values, allowing
easy recall. Effects are saved and recalled in units of patch memories. A single patch memory can include
up to 6 effects plus 1 pedal effect. Up to 300 patch memories can be saved.
Effect type
The available effect types include various guitar effects and amp/cabinet simulation models. Effects can be
selected from these types to be added to patch memories.
Category
Effects are grouped by type into categories.
Auto save
This function automatically saves changes to patch memory and effect settings.
ECO mode
This function will automatically turn the power off 10 hours after the last operation.
Looper
Mono phrases that are up to 80 seconds long can be recorded and played back repeatedly.
This can be synchronized with rhythm patterns.
Preselect
This function allows continued use of the current patch memory sound while switching to another patch
memory at a distant number.
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Contents
Notes about this Operation Manual........................................................................................................................ 2
Terms used in this manual........................................................................................................................................3
G2 FOUR/G2X FOUR structure.................................................................................................................................. 6
Signal flow.....................................................................................................................................................................6
Memory overview (patch memories)....................................................................................................................... 8
Functions of parts....................................................................................................................................................... 9
Top..................................................................................................................................................................................9
Back..............................................................................................................................................................................10
Side...............................................................................................................................................................................11
Screens that appear on the display.......................................................................................................................12
Memory Screen..........................................................................................................................................................12
Effect Screen...............................................................................................................................................................13
Library Screen............................................................................................................................................................ 14
MENU Screen............................................................................................................................................................. 15
Making connections.................................................................................................................................................. 18
Turning the power on/off........................................................................................................................................ 20
Turning the power on...............................................................................................................................................20
Turning the power off.............................................................................................................................................. 21
Adjusting the overall tonal character and output level...................................................................................... 22
Switching patch memories while playing (Memory Screen)...............................................................................23
Using the PRESELECT function................................................................................................................................ 25
Turning the PRESELECT function on/off................................................................................................................ 25
Selecting patch memories when the PRESELECT function is on........................................................................27
Editing effects (Effect Screen)..................................................................................................................................29
Opening the Effect Screen....................................................................................................................................... 29
Turning effects on/off...............................................................................................................................................31
Replacing effects........................................................................................................................................................33
Adjusting effect parameters.................................................................................................................................... 36
Changing the order of effects................................................................................................................................. 38
Adjusting the tempo................................................................................................................................................. 40
Managing patch memories...................................................................................................................................... 42
Changing patch memory names.............................................................................................................................42
Copying and saving patch memories.....................................................................................................................44
Deleting patch memories.........................................................................................................................................46
Creating patch memories.........................................................................................................................................48
Reverting patch memory changes..........................................................................................................................49
Using the tuner..........................................................................................................................................................51
Activating the tuner.................................................................................................................................................. 51
Changing tuner settings........................................................................................................................................... 52
Using a pedal............................................................................................................................................................. 56
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Setting pedal effects................................................................................................................................................. 56
Calibrating the pedal (G2X FOUR only)..................................................................................................................58
Using rhythms............................................................................................................................................................60
Setting the rhythm effect.........................................................................................................................................60
Starting/stopping rhythm playback........................................................................................................................ 62
Rhythm patterns........................................................................................................................................................63
Using the looper while playing............................................................................................................................... 64
Setting the looper effect.......................................................................................................................................... 64
Looper operations..................................................................................................................................................... 71
Using audio interface functions..............................................................................................................................76
Installing drivers........................................................................................................................................................ 76
Connecting with a computer, smartphone or tablet...........................................................................................77
Operating the G2 FOUR/G2X FOUR from a smartphone/tablet.........................................................................78
Making unit settings................................................................................................................................................. 79
Selecting the type of connected equipment.........................................................................................................79
Setting the AUTO SAVE function.............................................................................................................................80
Setting the ECO mode.............................................................................................................................................. 81
Changing the start-up setting................................................................................................................................. 82
Adjusting the display contrast.................................................................................................................................83
Managing the firmware............................................................................................................................................84
Checking the firmware versions............................................................................................................................. 84
Updating......................................................................................................................................................................84
Restoring factory default settings.......................................................................................................................... 85
Appendix..................................................................................................................................................................... 86
Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................................................................86
Specifications..............................................................................................................................................................87
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G2 FOUR/G2X FOUR structure
Signal flow
USB Audio
G2 FOUR/G2X FOUR
AUX IN PHONESOUTPUT
Patch memory
Tuner
Effect
Effect
Effect
USB OUTPUT
DATA
USB
REC DATA
Master
EQ
Master
volume
INPUT
Rhythm
Looper
Speaker
cabinet
Amp/
❶Patch memory
The input guitar sound passes through effects, followed by amp and speaker cabinet models, in order.
(→Adjusting effect parameters)
❷Looper
Recorded loops can be played back. (→Using the looper while playing)
❸Rhythm
Drum sounds can be played back using internal rhythm patterns. (→Using rhythms)
❹Master EQ
This adjusts the overall tonal character. This setting is retained even when the patch memory is
changed. (→Adjusting the overall tonal character and output level)
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❺Tuner
Use this to tune the connected guitar. (→Using the tuner)
❻Master volume
This adjusts the overall volume. This setting is retained even when the patch memory is changed.
(→Adjusting the overall tonal character and output level)
❼USB AUDIO
Data can be exchanged with computers and smartphones using the audio interface function. (→Using
audio interface functions)
❽AUX IN
Audio can be played back from a smartphone, portable audio player or other device.
❾OUTPUT
An amp or powered monitors can be connected.
❿PHONES
Headphones can also be connected.
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Memory overview (patch memories)
Patch memories
These store the effects used, their order, on/off states and parameter settings. Effects can be saved and
recalled in patch memory units. 300 patch memories can be stored.
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Functions of parts
Top
❶Direction buttons
Use these to select patch memories and effects, for example.
They can be operated by foot.
❷Display
This shows information, including the names of the selected patch memory and its effects along with
their parameter values.
❸Parameter knobs
Use these to adjust effect parameters and make various settings.
❹Expression pedal/indicator (G2X FOUR only)
Adjust the depth of pedal effects. (→Setting pedal effects)
Press the front of the pedal to turn the pedal effect on/off. (When on, the indicator lights.)
❺Footswitches/indicators
Use these to select patch memories and turn effects on/off.
When the Effect Screen is open, the indicators show whether effects are on or off.
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Back
❶INPUT jack
Connect a guitar here.
❷AUX IN jack
Connect a portable music player or similar device here.
❸OUTPUT jacks
Connect a guitar amp or powered monitors here.
❹CONTROL IN jack (G2 FOUR only)
Connect an expression pedal (ZOOM FP02M) here, and use it to adjust a pedal effect.
❺POWER switch
This turns the power on/off.
❻DC 9V AC adapter connector
Connect the dedicated AC adapter (ZOOM AD-16) here.
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Side
❶USB (Type-C) port
Connected to a computer, smartphone or tablet, this can be used as an audio interface.
By using Handy Guitar Lab, you can manage patch memories and edit and add effects, for example,
from a smartphone or tablet.
This supports operation on USB bus power.
❷PHONES output jack
Connect headphones here.
HINT:
Handy Guitar Lab for G2 FOUR can be downloaded from the App Store and Google Play.
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Screens that appear on the display
The G2 FOUR/G2X FOUR is operated with buttons and knobs while viewing the display.
This section explains the screens shown on the display.
Memory Screen
This opens when the power is turned on.
This shows patch memories, allowing them to be selected for performing and editing.
❶Patch memory numbers
Footswitches – can be used to select the patch memories that are shown currently.
Use / to select a patch memory one lower or higher. Use and to select a patch
memory 10 places away.
The selected patch memory is highlighted.
❷Patch memory name
This shows the name of the selected patch memory.
Opening the Memory Screen
• When the MENU Screen or Effect Screen is open: Press .
• When the Library Screen is open: Confirm the selected effect to open the Effect Screen, and press
.
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Effect Screen
Patch memories can be edited.
❶Effects
This shows the effects in the selected patch memory.
Use and to select effects. The selected effect will appear slightly raised.
❷Name of current patch memory
❸Effects that are being shown
Up to 3 effects can be shown on the display. The black circles indicate the positions of the effects that
are being shown.
Opening the Effect Screen
• When the Memory Screen or MENU Screen is open: Press .
• When the Library Screen is open: Press to confirm the selected effect.
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Library Screen
Effects in patch memories can be changed.
❶Selected effect
The selected effect is shown larger and in the center.
❷Effect list
Effects in the same category are lined up vertically. Use and to select effects in the same
category.
Use and to select effects in different categories.
Opening the Library Screen
Select the effect to be changed on the Effect Screen, and press or .
Exiting the Library Screen
Press to confirm the selected effect and open the Effect Screen.
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MENU Screen
Various G2 FOUR/G2X FOUR settings can be made on this screen.
❶Setting items
Use and to select the setting items shown with icons.
❷Footswitches
Press footswitches – that correspond to the icons shown on the screen to open their settings
screens.
Using the MENU Screen
1. Press and hold to open the MENU Screen.
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2. Use and to show the icon for the desired setting item.
See the reference links for details about each setting.
Change the effect order.
(→Changing the order of effects)
Change the patch memory name.
(→Changing patch memory names)
Save and copy patch memories.
(→Copying and saving patch
memories)
Delete patch memories. (→Deleting
patch memories)
Select the type of equipment
connected to the G2 FOUR/G2X
FOUR output. (→Selecting the type
of connected equipment)
Turn the automatic saving function
on/off. (→Setting the AUTO SAVE
function)
Turn the pre-selection function
on/off. (→Using the PRESELECT
function)
Turn the ECO mode on/off.
(→Setting the ECO mode)
Turn on/off showing of the output
setting at start-up. (→Changing the
start-up setting)
Adjust the display contrast.
(→Adjusting the display contrast)
Restore factory default settings.
(→Restoring factory default
settings)
Adjust the sensitivity of the built-in
expression pedal. (G2X FOUR only)
(→Calibrating the pedal (G2X FOUR
only))
Check the firmware versions.
(→Checking the firmware versions)
3. Press a – footswitch that corresponds to an icon.
This opens the selected settings screen.
For example, press when OUTPUT is selected.
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4. Use , , and to select a setting.
5. Press .
This confirms the setting and returns to the Memory Screen or Effect Screen.
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Making connections
ZOOM FP02M
ZOOM AD-16
USB (Type-C)
❶Guitar
❷Portable music player, etc.
Adjust the volume on the connected device.
❸AC adapter (ZOOM AD-16)
❹Powered monitors
❺Guitar amp
❻Expression pedal (ZOOM FP02M) (G2 FOUR only)
A pedal can be used to control effects.
❼Computer (Mac/Windows), smartphone or tablet
Connect with a USB cable (Type-C).
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The G2 FOUR/G2X FOUR can be used as an audio interface and with Handy Guitar Lab.
❽Headphones
HINT:
The Handy Guitar Lab for G2 FOUR app (iOS/iPadOS/Android) can be used to manage patch memories and
to edit and add effects. Handy Guitar Lab for G2 FOUR can be downloaded from the App Store and Google
Play.
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Turning the power on/off
Turning the power on
1. Minimize the volume of the amp or powered monitors.
NOTE:
To prevent noise and malfunction, connect powered monitors or a guitar amp before turning the power on.
2. Set to ON.
This turns on the G2 FOUR/G2X FOUR and opens the Output Setting Screen.
3. Use and to select the type of output, and press .
Setting Explanation
AMP Sound suitable for a guitar amp will be output.
LINE Sound suitable for headphones and monitor speakers will be output.
Notes about the start-up output setting:
• By default, the Output Setting Screen is set to open at start-up (“YES” setting), so the type of output can
be selected at start-up every time.
• Showing the Output Setting Screen at start-up can also be disabled (“NO” setting). (→Changing the start-
up setting)
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