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Operation Manual
USAGE AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2
Introduction ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 3
Naming of Parts •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 4
Front Panel ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 4
Rear Panel
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Preparations ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 4
Inserting the Batteries ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 4
Getting Connected
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Quick Guide (Let's Play) •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 6
Input Gain/Amp Simulator Setting ••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 8
Input Gain Setting ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 8
Amp Simulator Setting
•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 8
Listening to Patches (Play Mode Operation) ••••••••••••••••••• 9
Panel Display in Play Mode ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 9
Selecting a Patch
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Using the Bypass (Mute) and Tuner Function
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Playing With Rhythm Accompaniment
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Using the Sampler Function
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Using the Easy Edit Function
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Reserving the Next Patch (DIRECT LOAD)
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Fixing the Bank (BANK HOLD)
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Altering the Sound of a Patch (Edit Mode Operation) •••••••••• 15
Patch Configuration •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 15
Basic Edit Mode Steps
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Storing and Copying Patches
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Effect Types and Parameters ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 17
COMP•DIST (compressor/distortion) module ••••••••••••••••••••• 17
ZNR/EQ (Zoom Noise Reduction/Equalizer) module
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MOD (modulation) module
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REV (Reverb) module
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TOTAL module
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PEDAL module
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Using the Jam Play Function ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 21
Controlling an Effect With the Pedal ••••••••••••••••••••••••• 22
All Initialize/Factory Recall ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 23
Adjusting the Expression Pedal •••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 23
Troubleshooting
BFX-708 Specifications
CONTENTS

Questions and Answers

Summary

Usage and Safety Precautions

Power Requirements and Operation

Details AC adapter and battery power specifications and usage guidelines.

Environmental and Handling Precautions

Advises on environmental conditions, safe handling practices, and avoiding damage.

Alterations and Connection Safety

Warns against modifications and provides precautions for connecting/disconnecting cables.

General Usage Precautions

Covers electrical interference mitigation and proper cleaning instructions.

Introduction to BFX-708 Features

Effect Modules and Patch Management

Details the variety of effects and the system for managing 60 user and preset patches.

Stage Performance and Editing

Focuses on suitability for live use, intuitive editing, and rhythm accompaniment.

Recording, Playback, and Amp Sim

Covers sampler, Jam Play features, and the integrated amp simulator.

Hardware Overview and Initial Setup

Front and Rear Panel Identification

Identifies and describes controls, indicators, and connections on the BFX-708 panels.

Battery Installation Guide

Step-by-step instructions for installing batteries for device power.

System Connection Guide

Connecting Bass and Audio Outputs

Instructions for connecting the bass guitar and outputting to amplifiers or headphones.

AC Adapter Connection and Power-Up

Details AC adapter connection, power-on sequence, and initial volume adjustments.

Quick Guide to BFX-708 Operations

Patch Selection and Expression Pedal Control

How to select patches and use the expression pedal for sound alteration.

Easy Editing and Patch Storage

Guides on quick parameter adjustments and saving edited patches.

Overview of Additional Functions

Briefly mentions useful features like tuner and rhythm practice.

Input Gain and Amp Simulation Setup

Adjusting Input Gain Level

How to set the input gain for passive or active bass guitars for optimal signal.

Configuring Amp Simulator Types

Guide to selecting amp simulation types for different output devices like amps or mixers.

Play Mode: Display and Patch Selection

Understanding the Play Mode Display

Explains the information shown on the display during play mode, including patch names and module status.

Patch Selection Methods

Detailed steps for selecting patches via foot switches and bank keys, including group switching.

Play Mode: Bypass, Mute, and Tuner

Using Bypass, Mute, and Tuner Functions

How to use bypass mode, mute function, and the built-in chromatic tuner for bass guitar.

Play Mode: Rhythm Accompaniment

Rhythm Accompaniment Guide

How to activate, stop, and adjust rhythm patterns, tempo, and volume for practice.

Play Mode: Sampler Function

Using the Sampler Function

Instructions for recording, playback, speed control, and managing sampler data for phrase study.

Play Mode: Easy Edit Function

Easy Edit Function Explained

Detailed guide on adjusting effect parameters using the parameter knobs in play mode.

Play Mode: Advanced Patch Control

Direct Load Patch Switching

How to reserve and confirm patch changes for delayed loading without immediate sound change.

Bank Hold Functionality

How to fix the bank to switch only within the current bank for performance convenience.

Altering Patch Sounds (Edit Mode)

Patch Configuration and Edit Mode Entry

Explains patch structure and steps to enter edit mode to modify parameters.

Module Selection and Type Changes

Guides on selecting effect modules and changing effect types within a patch.

Storing and Copying Patches

Storing Edited Patches

Procedures for saving modified patches and creating copies to new locations.

Effect Types and Parameters: COMPull DIST & ZNR;EQ

COMPull DIST Module Details

Describes types and parameters for the compressor/distortion module.

ZNR;EQ Module Details

Explains the noise reduction and 4-band equalizer settings.

Effect Types and Parameters: MOD Module

MOD Module Details

Details parameters for modulation effects like chorus, flanger, and phase.

Effect Types and Parameters: REV Module

REV Module Details

Describes parameters for reverb and delay effects.

Effect Types and Parameters: TOTAL & PEDAL Modules

TOTAL Module Settings

Configuration for patch naming and global parameters like Direct Load.

PEDAL Module Settings

Settings for assigning and controlling parameters with the expression pedal.

Using the Jam Play Function

Jam Play Setup and Operation

Guides on selecting patches, setting style, trigger modes, and using the pedal for Jam Play.

Controlling Effects with the Pedal

Assigning Pedal Control Targets

How to select which effect module or parameter the expression pedal controls.

Pedal Mode and Storage

Setting pedal movement behavior and saving the configuration.

System Initialization and Recall

All Initialize;Factory Recall Procedure

How to reset the unit to factory defaults or specific patches.

Expression Pedal Adjustment

Pedal Calibration Procedure

Steps to recalibrate the expression pedal for accurate operation.

Troubleshooting Guide

Common Issues and Solutions

Lists problems like no sound, input issues, and pedal malfunctions with their remedies.

BFX-708 Specifications Summary

Effect and Patch Specifications

Lists the total number of effect programs, modules, and patch memory details.

Technical and Physical Specifications

Covers sampling rates, conversion, DSP, power, dimensions, and weight.

Zoom BFX-708 Specifications

Effect and Sound Features IconEffect and Sound Features
effect programs48 types (43 effects + 4 amp simulator settings + ZNR)
effect modules4 modules + amp simulator + ZNR
sampler function maximum recording time6 seconds
Memory and Conversion IconMemory and Conversion
patch memoryUSER: 6 banks x 5 = 30 (rewritable, with store) PRESET: 6 banks x 5 = 30 Total 60 patches
sampling frequency31.25 kHz
A/D conversion20-bit, 64-times oversampling
Input and Output IconInput and Output
inputBass input : standard mono phone jack (Nominal input level -20 dBm, input impedance 470 kilohms)
outputCombined line/headphone output Standard stereo phone jack (maximum output level = +3 dBm with output load impedance of 10 kilohms or higher)
display6-position alphanumeric LED display, 2-position 7-segment LED display
Power and Dimensions IconPower and Dimensions
power supplyAC adapter (available separately) 9 V DC, center minus, 300 mA (ZOOM AD0006) Batteries: IEC R6 (size AA) x 4 Continuous operation: approx. 14 hours (with alkaline batteries)
external dimensions235 mm (W) x 189 mm (D) x 54 mm (H)
weight740 g (without batteries)

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