Zoom G7.1ut - Manual (Page 5)

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 amplifier input on the
rear panel of a guitar amplifier, set the switch to "+4
dBm". The G7.1ut incorporates a feature for matching
its characteristics to the amplifier (amp select function).
For details, see page 52.
Use a monaural
shielded cable to
connect the guitar.
Use mono cables for connection to guitar amplifiers. When using
only one guitar amplifier, use the OUTPUT L/MONO jack.
Connect optional expression
pedal (FP01/FP02)
Use a stereo Y adapter cable to connect a rhythm
machine (ZOOM RT-223 or similar) or a
CD/MD player or similar. The signal supplied to
the AUX IN jack is not processed by the internal
effects, it is supplied to the OUTPUT L/MONO
and OUTPUT R jacks as is. The signal is also
sent to the USB port.
Patch switching and
pedal operation
information can be sent
and received as MIDI
messages.
By connecting the USB port to
a computer, the G7.1ut can be
used as an audio interface.
Connection example (1)
Connection example (2)
When connecting to the guitar input on the front panel
of a guitar amplifier, set the switch to "-10 dBm".
Guitar amplifier (rear panel)
Getting Connected
Refer to the examples shown below when making connections.
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Power-On
The steps for turning on the G7.1ut are described below.
1. Make sure that any connected guitar
amplifier is turned off.
In addition, fully turn down the volume control at
the guitar amplifier.
2. Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet
and plug the cable from the adapter
into the AC IN connector of the
G7.1ut.
3. Use a monaural cable to connect the
guitar to the INPUT jack of the G7.1ut.
4. Use a monaural cable to connect the
OUTPUT L/MONO jack to the guitar
amplifier (when using one amplifier)
and the OUTPUT R jack to the second
guitar amplifier (when using two
amplifiers).
HINT
To monitor with headphones, plug the headphone
cable into the PHONES jack of the G7.1ut.
5. Turn power on in the following order:
G7.1ut → → → → guitar amplifier(s)
NOTE
Proceed with care when powering up the system.
If you turn on power to the G7.1ut while the guitar
amplifier is already on, there is a risk of hearing
damage and damage to the speakers.
6. Play your guitar and adjust the
volume control on the guitar amplifier,
on the guitar, and the LEVEL knob on
the rear panel of the G7.1ut to obtain
optimum listening volume.
HINT
The G7.1ut has a so-called "Amp Select" feature
that lets you match the unit to various kinds of
amplifiers. If necessary, select the appropriate
setting for your amplifier the first time you use the
G7.1ut ( → p. 52).
7. To shut down the system, turn power
to the respective components off in
the reverse order than during power-
up.
HINT
When the -10 dBm/+4 dBm switch on the rear
panel is set to "-10 dBm" and the LEVEL knob is
turned fully up, the G7.1ut has unity gain (output
level is the same as input level).
LEVEL knob
Rear panel