Zoom G5n User Manual

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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
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Zoom G5n Specifications

General

Power consumption	500 mA
Power source type	AC
Best uses	Guitar
Product type	Expression pedal
Product color	Black

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	225 mm
Width	454 mm
Height	75 mm
Weight	3400 g

Summary

Usage and Safety Precautions

Safety Precautions

Details symbols and warnings for accident prevention.

Usage Precautions

Covers interference, cleaning, and malfunction handling.

Powering On the G5n

Power On Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for powering up the G5n unit.

Adjusting Guitar Effects

Turning Effects ON/OFF

Instructions on how to turn individual effects on or off.

Selecting Effect Types

How to change the type of an effect using TYPE keys.

Managing Guitar Effects

Selecting Effect Categories

How to select effect categories by holding TYPE keys.

Fine-Tuning Guitar Effects

Adjusting Effect Parameters

How to adjust effect parameters using knobs.

Adding and Managing Effects

Adding New Effects

Step-by-step guide to adding new effects to the chain.

Completing Effect Additions

Deleting Guitar Effects

Removing Effects from Chain

Instructions on how to remove effects from the chain.

Reordering Guitar Effects

Changing Effect Order

Swapping Guitar Effects

Swapping Effect Positions

Changing USB Audio Settings

Accessing USB AUDIO Screen

Configuring USB Audio Monitoring

Adjusting Monitoring Balance

Setting USB Recording Levels

Adjusting Recording Gain

Using the G5n Tuner

Activating the Tuner

Steps to engage the built-in tuner.

Tuning a Guitar

How to use the chromatic and other tuner types.

Tuner Operation and Settings

Closing the Tuner

How to exit the tuner mode and return to normal operation.

Changing Tuner Settings

How to access the tuner's menu for settings.

Tuner Mode Configuration

Changing the Tuner Mode

How to select between Bypass, Mute, and Effect output modes.

Tuner Pitch Calibration

Changing Standard Pitch

How to adjust the reference pitch for tuning.

Tuner Type Selection

Changing the Tuner Type

How to select different tuning types (Chromatic, Guitar, Open).

Using Flat Tuning

Setting Flat Tuning

How to set flat tuning (down-tuning) for the tuner.

Using Built-in Rhythms

Selecting a Rhythm Pattern

Playing a Rhythm

Stopping a Rhythm

Setting Rhythm Parameters

Selecting Rhythm Patterns

Adjusting Rhythm Tempo

Adjusting Rhythm Volume

Using the Looper Function

Selecting the Looper

Recording and Playing Phrases

Looper Phrase Management

Overdubbing Recorded Phrases

Stopping Loop Playback

Looper Phrase Deletion

Deleting Recorded Phrases

Setting Looper Parameters

Setting Looper Recording Time

Advanced Looper Functions

Setting the UNDO Function

Adjusting Looper Volume

Setting the Tempo

Using the TAP Tempo Function

Using the G5n as an Audio Interface

Restoring Default Settings and Patches

Updating G5n Firmware

Checking Firmware Version

How to view the current firmware version installed on the G5n.

Firmware Update Process

Downloading and Installing Firmware

Steps to download and install the latest firmware for the G5n.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

No Sound or Low Volume

Solutions for issues with audio output levels.

Excessive Noise Issues

Troubleshooting steps for unwanted noise in the audio signal.

Effect Not Working

Explains the 'PROCESS OVERFLOW' error and solutions.

Expression Pedal Malfunction

Solutions for expression pedal malfunctions.

Low DAW Recording Level

Troubleshooting for low recording levels in DAW software.