Zoom G5n User manual

Thank you very much for purchasing the ZOOM .
Please read this manual carefully to learn about all the functions of the so that
you will be able to use it fully.
Keep this manual in a convenient place for reference when necessary.
Usage and safety precautions…………… 2
Introduction ………………………………… 3
Terms used in this manual ……………… 3
Part names ………………………………… 4
Turning the power on …………………… 6
Display information ……………………… 7
Adjusting effects…………………………… 9
Using the output booster ………………… 17
Adjusting the master level ……………… 17
Using patches ……………………………… 18
Changing USB audio settings…………… 24
Changing various settings ……………… 27
Using the tuner …………………………… 33
Using rhythms……………………………… 39
Using the looper…………………………… 41
Using the pedal …………………………… 45
Setting the tempo ………………………… 46
Using as an audio interface……………… 47
Adjusting the pedal ……………………… 48
Restoring default settings and patches … 49
Updating the firmware …………………… 50
Troubleshooting …………………………… 53
Rhythm List ………………………………… 54
Specifications ……………………………… 55
OPERATION MANUAL
Contents
© 2015 ZOOM CORPORATION
Copying or reproduction of this Operation Manual in part or in whole without permission is prohibited.

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Interference with other electrical equipment
In consideration of safety, the has been designed to
minimize the emission of electromagnetic radiation from the device
and to minimize external electromagnetic interference. However,
equipment that is very susceptible to interference or that emits
powerful electromagnetic waves could result in interference if
placed nearby. If this occurs, place the and the other
device farther apart. With any type of electronic device that uses
digital control, including the , electromagnetic interference
could cause malfunction, corrupt or destroy data and result in other
unexpected trouble. Always use caution.
Cleaning
Use a soft cloth to clean the panels of the unit if they become dirty.
If necessary, use a damp cloth that has been wrung out well. Never
use abrasive cleansers, wax or solvents, including alcohol, benzene
and paint thinner.
Malfunction
If the unit becomes broken or malfunctions, immediately
disconnect the AC adapter, turn the power OFF and disconnect
other cables. Contact the store where you bought the unit or
ZOOM service with the following information: product model, serial
number and specific symptoms of failure or malfunction, along
with your name, address and telephone number.
Copyrights
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are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft®.
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trademarks of Apple Inc.
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mentioned in this documentation are the property of their
respective owners.
Note: All trademarks and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual
are for identification purposes only and are not intended to infringe on the
copyrights of their respective owners.
Usage and safety precautions
In this manual, symbols are used to highlight warnings
and cautions that you must read to prevent accidents. The
meanings of these symbols are as follows:
Safety Precautions Usage Precautions
Warning
Precautions
Something that could cause serious injury
or death.
Something that could cause injury or
damage to the equipment.
Warning
Caution
Other symbols
Prohibited actions
Required (mandatory) actions
AC adapter handling
When disconnecting the AC adapter from an outlet, always pull the
body of the adapter itself.
During lightning storms or when not using the unit, disconnect the
power plug from the AC outlet.
Connecting cables with input and output jacks
Always turn the power OFF for all equipment before connecting any
cables.
Always disconnect all connection cables and the AC adapter before
moving the unit.
Alterations
Never open the case or attempt to modify the product.
Operation using an AC adapter
Use only a ZOOM AD-16 AC adapter with this unit.
Do not do anything that could exceed the ratings of outlets and other
electrical wiring equipment.
Volume
Do not use the product at a loud volume for long period of time.
Product handling
Do not drop, bump or apply excessive force to the unit.
Be careful not to allow foreign objects or liquids to enter the unit.
Operating environment
Do not use in extremely high or low temperatures.
Do not use near heaters, stoves and other heat sources.
Do not use in very high humidity or near splashing water.
Do not use in places with excessive vibrations.
Do not use in places with excessive dust or sand.

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Introduction
More advanced user interface
We have made the stompbox-style user interface developed for our G series even
more advanced. An Overview Display that allows you to see all the effects being used
in the patch at a glance has been added to the 4 Unit Displays.
Detailed emulations of amp and cabinet characteristics
The delivers studio-quality sound with precise emulations of circuit
operations and tube amp characteristics along with cabinets modeled using impulse
responses.
Download new effects and patches
Our free Effects/Patch Manager software for Windows and MacOS allows
you to regularly download new effects and patches created by ZOOM. For detailed
information, see the ZOOM website (http://www.zoom.co.jp/downloads/).
Terms used in this manual
Patch
The can store up to 200 patches with effect parameter settings and ON/OFF
states.
Bank
A set of four patches is called a "bank".
Unit
Each "Unit" combines a Unit Display, 4 parameter knobs and a foot switch.
Large effect
An effect that uses multiple units is called a "large effect".
* A printed list of effect parameters is not included with the .
Please download a copy from the ZOOM website. →http://www.zoom.co.jp/

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Part names
Front panel
Rear panel
Overview Display
Unit Display
Parameter knobs
(In explanations,
these will be shown like this:
)
TYPE keys
Footswitches FS1–FS4
TUNER switch
BANK/SCROLL switches
Mode switch
TAP switch
MENU key
MASTER LEVEL knob
Expression pedal
BOOST knob
TONE knob
Control knob/enter key
DC 9V
AC adapter connector
Dedicated AC adapter (AD-16)
POWER switch
Computer
USB port
CONTROL IN jack
PHONES jack
OUTPUT jacksAUX IN jackINPUT jack
Pedal switch
FP01/FP02
Headphones
Guitar amp
Monitor speakers
Guitar
Portable
music player, etc.

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Overview Display
Unit Display
Parameter knobs
(In explanations,
these will be shown like this:
)
TYPE keys
Footswitches FS1–FS4
TUNER switch
BANK/SCROLL switches
Mode switch
TAP switch
MENU key
MASTER LEVEL knob
Expression pedal
BOOST knob
TONE knob
Control knob/enter key
DC 9V
AC adapter connector
Dedicated AC adapter (AD-16)
POWER switch
Computer
USB port
CONTROL IN jack
PHONES jack
OUTPUT jacksAUX IN jackINPUT jack
Pedal switch
FP01/FP02
Headphones
Guitar amp
Monitor speakers
Guitar
Portable
music player, etc.
Part names

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Turning the power on
To turn the power on
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HINT
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Using the eco setting
When eco mode is ON, the will automatically turn off if it is not
used for 10 hours.

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Display information
Display in STOMP mode
Overview Display
HINT
The effects currently shown on the 4 Unit Displays have white backgrounds.
Unit Display
Standard effect
Parameter names
Parameter values
Large effect
Parameter names
Parameter values
Switching unit display contents
Press to switch between showing parameters and effect names.

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Display in MEMORY mode
Overview Display
Unit Display
Patch number Patch name
Display information

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Adjusting effects
Press to change to STOMP mode.
Turning effects ON/OFF
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[OFF] [ON]
NOTE
has special functions for some effect types. The parameter function assigned to is
shown on the Unit Display with white letters on a dark background.
Ordinary
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Selecting effect types
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NOTE
The allows you to combine up to 9 effects in whatever order you like. If limits on the processing
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effects will be bypassed. To end bypassing, delete some effects or change their types.
Overview Display
Unit Display
Selecting effect categories
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effect type in the category.
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HINT
While pressing and holding , press to change effect categories in reverse order.
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Adjusting effects

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Adjusting parameters
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HINT
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NOTE
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Scrolling effect displays
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Note about effect displays
You can check the effects the is using at a glance on the Overview Display. The effects
currently shown on the Unit Displays have white backgrounds.
Adjusting effects

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Adding effects
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t 5VSO to select ADD.
NOTE
If 9 effects are already in use, ADD will not be shown.
t 1SFTT to open the ADD screen.
t 5VSO to select where the effect will be added.
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Adjusting effects

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t 1SFTT to select the effect type.
Unit Display
Overview Display
Completing the addition of effects
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Adjusting effects

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Deleting effects
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t 5VSO to select the effect to delete.
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t 1SFTT to delete the effect.
Adjusting effects

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HINT
Turn to cancel deletion.
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Changing the effect order
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t 5VSO to select CHAIN.
t 1SFTT to open the CHAIN screen.
Adjusting effects

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t 5VSO to select the effect to swap.
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t 5VSO to swap with the next effect in the chain.
t 1SFTT to end selection of the effect.
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Adjusting effects

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Using the output booster
The output booster function affects the signal just before output, emulating a
tube booster.
Setting the boost level
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NOTE
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Adjusting the audio quality
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Knob centered
Frequencies are not adjusted.
Knob turned left
Low frequencies are emphasized.
Knob turned right
High frequencies are emphasized.
Adjusting the master level
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NOTE
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Selecting patches
Switching patches
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Overview Display
Unit Display
NOTE
The selected patch has a white background.
Switching banks
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numbers.
Using patches

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Setting independent patch parameters
Entering patch setting mode
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Adjusting patch levels
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t 5VSO to set the patch level.
Using patches

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NOTE
The setting range is 0–120.
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Changing patch names
t 5VSO to select the character to change.
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t 5VSO to change the character.
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Using patches