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ZOOM RFX-2200

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Safety Precautions 

In this manual, symbols are used to highlight warnings and cautions
for you to read so that accidents can be prevented. The meanings of
these symbols are as follows:

This symbol indicates explanations about
extremely dangerous matters. If users ignore
this symbol and handle the device the wrong
way, serious injury or death could result.

This symbol indicates explanations about
dangerous matters. If users ignore this symbol
and handle the device the wrong way, bodily
injury and damage to the equipment could
result.

Please observe the following safety tips and precautions to ensure
hazard-free use of the RFX-2200.

Power requirements

• Connect only to AC power outlets rated 100-120 V or 220-

240 V 50/60Hz (depending on the voltage range of the
unit; refer to the back panel). 

• Ground the unit by connecting the ground terminal of the

power plug to a good external ground. Do not ground to
water pipe, gas pipe, telephone wiring, or lightning arrestor
to prevent the risk of electric shock or explosion.

• During lightning or when  not using the unit for an

extended time, disconnect the power cord from the AC
outlet.

• Do not pinch the power cord, bend it forcedly, or place

heavy objects on the power cord.

Environment 

Avoid using your RFX-2200 in environments where it will be
exposed to:  
• Extreme temperatures 
• Heat sources such as radiators or stoves.
• High humidity or moisture 
• Excessive dust or sand 
• Excessive vibration or shock 
Keep space around the unit for sufficient ventilation.
Do not impede the ventilation openings with objects such as
newspapers or curtains.

Handling 

• Never place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on

the RFX-2200 since this can cause electric shock.

• Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,

on the RFX-2200 since this can cause fire.

The RFX-2200 is a precision instrument. Do not exert undue
pressure on the keys and other controls. Also take care not to
drop the unit, and do not subject it to shock or excessive
pressure. 

Alterations 

Never open the case of the RFX-2200 or attempt to modify
the product in any way since this can result in damage to the
unit. 

Volume 

Do not use the RFX-2200 at a loud volume for a long time
since this can cause hearing impairment.

Connecting cables and input and output
jacks 

You should always turn off the power to the RFX-2200 and
all other equipment before connecting or disconnecting any
cables. Also make sure to disconnect all connection cables
and the power cord before moving the RFX-2200.  

Usage Precautions

Electrical interference For safety considerations, the RFX-2200 has
been designed to provide maximum protection against the emission
of electromagnetic radiation from inside the device, and protection
from external interference. However, equipment that is very
susceptible to interference or that emits powerful electromagnetic
waves should not be placed near the RFX-2200, as the possibility of
interference cannot be ruled out entirely.

With any type of digital control device, the RFX-2200 included,
electromagnetic interference can cause malfunctioning and can
corrupt or destroy data. Care should be taken to minimize the risk of
damage.

Cleaning 

Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the RFX-2200. If necessary, slightly
moisten the cloth. Do not use abrasive cleanser, wax, or solvents
(such as paint thinner or cleaning alcohol), since these may dull the
finish or damage the surface.

Please keep this manual in a convenient place for future
reference.

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The FCC regulation warning (for U.S.A.)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for

help.

Warning

Summary of Contents for RFX-2200

Page 1: ...ing the VOCODER effect is a snap thanks to this feature Built in tap input Time based parameters such as delay time can be entered directly using the tap input feature This makes it easy for example t...

Page 2: ...nce the last store operation the LED lights up 6 CANCEL key Serves to cancel a store operation 7 COMPARE key When a patch group of stored effect settings is being edited this key can be used to compar...

Page 3: ...sound is output In this condition the LED is lit 17 BANK LEDs These indicators show which bank is currently selected 18 EFFECT TYPE selector and LED Serves to choose an effect from the currently sele...

Page 4: ...made in the digital domain In this configuration the MIX control of the RFX 2200 should be set so that it outputs only the effect sound and the balance between original sound and effect sound should b...

Page 5: ...recorded voice RFX 2200 This is a connection example for using the VOCODER effect from the SFX bank Plug a mic into the front panel MIC IN connector and connect a synthesizer or other instrument to t...

Page 6: ...2 Turn on the system in the following order sound source RFX 2200 playback system 3 While playing the sound source turn up the INPUT control of the RFX 2200 to adjust the input level To minimize noise...

Page 7: ...o the original effect the LED goes out When calling up a patch the LED of the bank where the patch is stored lights up BANK key Bank switching BANK key Bank switching REVERB or SFX bank selected DELAY...

Page 8: ...meter Checking the parameter value parameter check 1 Select the patch and edit it 2 Press the STORE key The patch number on the display flashes 3 Use the VALUE UP DOWN keys to select the patch number...

Page 9: ...g any of the controls in compare mode has no effect Shown alternately COMPARE key Setting Parameters With the Tap Key Tap Input 1 Select a patch for which tap input is possible Whether tap input is po...

Page 10: ...nt to assign a program change number and press the MIDI key two times The indication PC and the indication are shown alternately on the display 2 Send a program change message from the MIDI device con...

Page 11: ...message at the start of the sequencer track which calls the patch to be used as operation start point 2 Start the MIDI sequencer and start recording 3 Operate the control knobs on the front panel of t...

Page 12: ...ess the STORE key The sending RFX 2200 starts to transmit the data The data are received automatically by the receiving RFX 2200 No special steps are necessary During the transfer the indication dt fl...

Page 13: ...data and learn table data in the memory of the receiving RFX 2200 are overwritten The indication dr flashes on the display while data are being received When current patch number was selected for sen...

Page 14: ...djusts the reverb time Adjusts EQ Low boost cut Adjusts EQ High boost cut Selects the reverb character see table S R S R S R S R S R S R S R S R This bank contains only reverb effects The parameters R...

Page 15: ...e for strings 10 Choral Mix Rich ambience for chorus and vocal ensembles 11 Percussion Mix Ambience suitable for percussion ensembles 6 PERCUSSION 1 Rock Kit 1 Reverb suitable for rock drum 2 LatinPer...

Page 16: ...ing cycle Adjusts the delay time in 1 ms units Adjusts the amount of feedback Negative values result in cross feedback Adjusts the delay time in 1 ms units Adjusts the amount of feedback Adjusts the d...

Page 17: ...Parameter Setting range Description Adjusts the depth of the effect Adjusts the modulation cycle Adjusts the amount of feedback Selects the number of phaser stages and the phase 1 5 4 6 8 10 normal p...

Page 18: ...ratio Control knob Parameter Setting range Description Adjusts the reverb duration Adjusts the flanger fluctuation cycle Adjusts the flanger feedback Adjusts the reverb mix ratio S R S R S R 1 VOCODE...

Page 19: ...rtion S R S R 7 GATE REV GATE REVERB Special effect where the reverb is briskly cut by a gate EDIT 1 EDIT 2 EDIT 3 EDIT 4 TAP BYPASS Threshold Reverb Time EQ Low EQ High WET MUTE 1 11 1 30 12 12 12 12...

Page 20: ...8 HPF HIGH PASS FILTER This is a filter which lets only high frequency signal components through EDIT 1 EDIT 2 EDIT 3 EDIT 4 TAP BYPASS Resonance Frequency LFO Rate TAP LFO Depth WET MUTE 1 11 1 30 1...

Page 21: ...2 EDIT 3 EDIT 4 TAP BYPASS Reverb Character Reverb Time Reverb Mix Intensity 1 11 1 30 0 99 0 15 Control knob Parameter Setting range Description Control knob Parameter Setting range Description Contr...

Page 22: ...usts EQ Low boost cut Adjusts EQ High boost cut Selects the microphone character and the degree of enhancement 1 6 For vocals 7 11 For instruments larger values result in stronger enhancement Control...

Page 23: ...no Verb String Texture Church Organ Large hall reverb for ensembles Short bright reverb for drums Rich long reverb for chant 132 BPM dotted 8th note delay 200 ms auto panning delay Delay reverb good o...

Page 24: ...Sim w enhance Detailed Near Fields Detailed Room Monitors Reverb for snare drum Adds vitality to kick drums Makes crunch guitar sound fatter Short thick reverb for voice Good with melodic solo instrum...

Page 25: ...ar panel INPUT jack Connect the microphone to the front panel MIC IN jack Is unit in bypass mode and is MIX control fully turned to the WET position Turn MIX control towards DRY Is EDIT control knob 1...

Page 26: ...ocity Note ON x x Note OFF x x After Key s x x Touch Ch s x x Pitch Bend x x 86 86 Effect Type 84 84 Edit1 Control Change 85 85 Edit2 87 87 Edit3 88 88 Edit4 8 8 Mix 80 80 91 Bypass 64 64 Tap Prog o 0...

Page 27: ...and input and output jacks You should always turn off the power to the RFX 2200 and all other equipment before connecting or disconnecting any cables Also make sure to disconnect all connection cables...

Page 28: ...ZOOM CORPORATION ITOHPIA Iwamotocho 2chome Bldg 2F 2 11 2 Iwamoto cho Chiyoda ku Tokyo 101 0032 Japan Web Site http www zoom co jp RFX 2200 5000 2...

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