Zoom A1X FOUR - User Manual

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Operation Manual
Multi-Effects Processor
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Zoom A1X FOUR Specifications

General

Number of Simultaneous Effects	5
Looper	30 seconds
Weight	610 g (without batteries)
Sampling Frequency	44.1 kHz
A/D Conversion	24-bit
D/A Conversion	24-bit
Display	LCD
Type	Multi-effects processor
Drum Machine	Yes
Patches	50
Rhythm Patterns	68
Output	1/4'' stereo output
USB	USB 2.0
Power	4 AA batteries, AC adapter (optional)
Frequency Response	20 Hz - 20 kHz +1 dB, -3 dB (10 kΩ load)
Input	1 x 1/4" (guitar), 1 x 1/8" (aux)
Effects	Guitar, bass, acoustic guitar

Summary

Front Panel Controls

Display Information

Shows patch memory names and effect parameters.

Mode Switch

Cycles through MEMORY, STOMP, and EDIT modes.

Parameter Knobs

Adjust effect parameters and make various settings.

Effect;Bank Buttons

Control effects or switch banks based on mode.

Navigation Buttons (▲;▼)

Switch effects or patch memories.

Footswitch Functions

Control patch memories, effects, and other functions.

SETTING Button

Opens the SETTING screen for configuration.

LOOPER Button

Activates the looper function.

Rear Panel Connections

Pedal Switch (A1 X FOUR)

Turns PEDAL category effects ON/OFF.

Input Jack

Connects instruments to the processor.

AC Adapter Connector

Connects the dedicated AC adapter for power.

USB Port

Connects to computers for Guitar Lab or power supply.

OUTPUT Jack

Connects to PA systems or headphones.

Connecting the A1 FOUR;A1 X FOUR

Connecting a Mic via MAA-1

Adjusting Overall Audio Character and Output Level

Using Patch Memories (MEMORY Mode)

Selecting Patch Memories and Banks

Switching Between Patch Memories

Methods for navigating through patch memories.

Switching Between Banks

Methods for navigating through banks of patch memories.

Changing Individual Patch Memory Settings

Turning Effects ON;OFF (STOMP Mode)

Editing Effects (EDIT Mode)

Selecting and Controlling Effects

Selecting Effects for Editing

Choose specific effects within a patch memory to edit.

Turning Effects ON;OFF

Changing Effect Types and Categories

Adjusting Effect Parameters

Changing the Effect Order

Managing Patch Memories

Saving Patch Memories

Adjusting the Master Tempo

Setting the AUTO SAVE Function

Setting the PRESELECT Function

Setting the BANK HOLD Function

Using the Tuner

Activating the Tuner

Tuning Instruments

Changing Tuner Settings

Setting Tuner Type

Preventing Feedback

Using Rhythms

Setting the Rhythm

Rhythm Playback Control

Using the Looper

Activating the Looper

Setting the Looper Parameters

Loop Recording Time

Looping Stop Settings

Looper Positioning and Volume

Looper Position (Pre;Post)

Adjusting Looper Volume

Recording and Playing Loops

Overdubbing Loops

Using the Expression Pedal (A1 X FOUR)

Setting Pedal Effects

Adjusting the Pedal

Updating the Firmware

Restoring Factory Default Settings

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Unit Power Issues

Solutions for the unit failing to power on.

Audio Output Problems

Troubleshoot silent, quiet, or distorted sound output.

Noise Issues

Solutions for excessive noise in the audio signal.

Effects Not Working

Address issues when effects do not function correctly.

Rapid Battery Drain

Troubleshoot batteries draining more quickly than expected.

Expression Pedal Malfunctions

Fix problems related to the expression pedal (A1X FOUR).