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General| Dimensions | 14.4 x 9.5 x 4.5 cm (5.7 x 3.7 x 1.8 inches) |
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| Type | Modular Synthesizer |
| Polyphony | Monophonic |
| Power | 9V DC |
| Oscillators | Yes, multiple oscillator modules available |
| LFOs | Yes, multiple LFO modules available |
| Effects | Reverb, delay, distortion |
| Modulation | Extensive modulation matrix |
| Inputs | MIDI In |
| Outputs | MIDI Out |
| MIDI | MIDI In, MIDI Out/Thru |
| Weight | 0.68 kg (1.5 lbs) |
Defines the Empress ZOIA as an open canvas for sonic ideas, FM synthesis, CV tools, and audio effects.
Details the functions of the rotary knob for navigation, parameter adjustment, and fine-tuning.
Explains the functionality of buttons like Move, Copy, Edit, Delete, and Star.
Describes the Page Left/Right, Back, and Shift utility buttons and their functions.
Explains the Undo, Help, Backspace, and Config buttons.
Details how stompswitches function in default Scroll Mode for patch selection and bypass.
Explains Bank Mode for quick switching between sets of three patches.
Describes how to interface stompswitches with modules for custom functions.
Explains connecting external footswitches via the Control Port.
Explains audio and CV signals, their flow, and characteristics within ZOIA.
Defines categories like Interface, Audio, Control, Analysis, and Effect modules.
Guides on adding, selecting, editing, deleting, moving, and copying modules.
Explains the process of creating connections between module parameters.
Details selecting, deleting, viewing, and fine-tuning connections.
Explains accessing and selecting pages from the patch's page list.
Guides on managing pages within a patch for organization.
Details how to name and save patches to internal memory.
Guides on managing patches via knob, stompswitch, or MIDI.
Explains how to remove patches from the patch list.
Option to save configuration changes and exit the menu.
Configures the control port for expression pedals, CV, MIDI, or external switches.
Sets MIDI channel and stompswitch recall modes.
Sets the number of patches and banks for stompswitch operation.
Configures startup patch, state, and input pad settings.
Configures Auto Shift button behavior and SD card patch transfer.
Details the on-board 1/8" MIDI ports and their use with dongles.
Explains how to control ZOIA functions like patch activation and bypass via MIDI messages.
Guides on activating patches using MIDI Program Change messages.
Details sending MIDI Control Change messages to engage or bypass the unit.
Explains the function of the control port for external device control.
Describes using expression pedals and CV signals with ZOIA via the control port.
Guides on connecting and using external switches with ZOIA.
Step-by-step instructions for updating the ZOIA's firmware.
Details FCC compliance information and user guidance for interference.
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