OPERATION MANUAL

Thank you very much for purchasing the ZOOM G2Nu/G2.1Nu (in this manual, we will call it the G2Nu/G2.1Nu). Please read this manual carefully to learn about all the functions of the G2Nu/G2.1Nu so that you will be able to use it fully for a long time. Keep this manual in a convenient place for reference when necessary.

Contents

Usage and Safety Precautions. 2 Terms Used in This Manual. 3 G2Nu Part Names. 4 G2.1Nu Part Names. 6 Select a Patch and Play (Play Mode). 8 Using the Tuner. 10 Using the Looper. 13 Using Rhythms (Rhythm Mode). 16 Creating and Changing Patches (Edit Mode). 18 Saving and Copying Patches (Store Mode). 22 Using Direct Mode. 24 Patch Pre-selection (PRE SELECT). 25 Using a Foot Switch. 26 Using an Expression Pedal. 27
Set the control parameter and adjustment range. 27 Adjusting the built-in expression pedal. 28 Recording and playback with DAW software. 29 Open the global menus. 30 Set the master level, tempo, and tuner standard pitch. Set the direct monitoring and recording levels. Set the display backlight and contrast. Setting the battery type. Check the current version. 31
Upgrading the Firmware Version. 32 Effect Types and Parameters. 33
COMP (compressor) module. EFX module. ZNR (ZOOM noise reduction) module. DRIVE module. EQUALIZER module (low and middle frequency range). EQUALIZER module (high frequency range). MODULATION module. DELAY module. REVERB module. TOTAL module. 47 48
Using Audio Interface Functions. 29 Changing Various Settings (Global Menus). 30
Troubleshooting. 49 Specifications. 50 Rhythm List. 51

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Usage and Safety Precautions

Safety Precautions

In this manual, symbols are used to highlight warnings and cautions that you should read to avoid accidents. 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 safe use of this unit Power considerations Since power consumption of this unit is high, we recommend the use of an AC adapter. If you use batteries, use alkaline batteries. AC adapter operation Always use a DC9V center minus 500-mA AC adapter (ZOOM AD-16). Use of an adapter other than that specified could damage the unit or cause malfunction and pose a safety hazard. Always connect the AC adapter to an AC outlet that supplies the rated voltage required by the adapter. When disconnecting the AC adapter from an AC outlet, always grasp the adapter itself. During lightning or when not using the unit for an extended period, disconnect the AC adapter from the AC outlet. Battery operation Use 4 conventional 1.5-V AA batteries (or nickel metal hydride batteries). Carefully read the safety indications on the batteries before use. When not using the unit for an extended period, remove the batteries from the unit. If battery leakage should occur, thoroughly wipe the battery compartment and the battery terminals to remove battery fluid. Close the battery compartment cover when using the G2Nu/G2.1Nu. Use environment considerations Avoid using the unit in any of the following conditions that could cause malfunction. Extremely hot or cold places Near heaters and other heat sources Places that are extremely humid or exposed to splashing water Sandy or dusty places Places with lots of vibrations Handling Never put objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the unit since this could cause electric shock. Never place candles and other burning objects on top of the G2Nu/G2.1Nu. Doing so could cause a fire. The G2Nu/G2.1Nu is a precision instrument. Do not apply excessive force to the switches and other controls. Exposing the unit to strong impacts, including applying excessive force, dropping it or bumping it, could cause it to break. Do not put foreign objects, including coins and wires, or liquids, including water, soft drinks and alcohol, into the G2Nu/G2.1Nu. Connecting cables and input and output jacks You should always turn OFF the power to the unit and all other equipment before connecting or disconnecting any cables. Also make sure to disconnect all connection cables and the AC adapter before moving the unit. Alterations Never open the case or attempt to modify the product in any way since this can result in damage to the unit. Zoom Corporation will not take responsibility for any damage to the unit caused by alterations. Volume Do not use the G2Nu/G2.1Nu at a loud volume for a long time since this could cause hearing impairment.

Computer

POWER switch

ZOOM AC adapter (AD-16)

DC9V AC adapter jack CONTROL IN jack

G2.1Nu Part Names

Module selector EFFECT TYPE/BANK []/[] keys STORE/SWAP key DIRECT key Display

[]/[] foot switches

INPUT jack OUTPUT jack
Headphones Guitar amplifier FS01 FP01/FP02
RHYTHM [/] key TAP key PEDAL ASSIGN key USB/GLOBAL key Expression pedal
Select a Patch and Play (Play Mode)

1.Turn the power on

Minimize the volume of the amp.
When using batteries Turn the POWER switch ON. When using an AC adapter Connect the AC adapter, and turn the POWER switch ON.
When using an amp, turn its power on and raise its volume.
Turn the POWER switch OFF and connect the USB connector to a computer to operate the unit using bus power (P29).
2. Set the unit to play mode
Turn the module selector to "PLAY."
Turn one of the parameter knobs (13) to open the following screen.
Functions of Parameter knobs 13 Current settings of Parameter knobs 13 Patch name
Bank name/ patch number Immediately after turning the power ON, play mode is activated regardless of the position of the module selector.
DRIVE module distortion depth DRIVE module tone

Patch volume

If you do not save changed parameters ( P22), all changes will be lost when you select a different patch. When using headphones or a mixer, we recommend that you use the direct mode ( P24), which simulates the sound of a guitar cabinet. Adjust the volume for all patches using the master level (P30).

3.Select a patch

Press the [] foot switch to select the next patch.
Press repeatedly to cycle through the banks and patches in order from A0A9.J0J90009.9099A0.
Press the [] foot switch to select the previous patch.
Using pre-select mode (P25), you can jump directly to a patch that is far from the current patch.

4.Switch banks

Use the bank []/[] keys to change to the next or previous bank.
You can also connect an external foot switch (FS01) and use it to change banks (P26).

Using the Tuner

1.Set the unit to play mode
2.Set the unit to bypass/mute
Press both []/[] foot switches at the same time.
To set the unit to bypass After "Bypass/Tuner" appears on the screen, release the switches within one second.
To set the unit to mute After "Bypass/Tuner" disappears and "Mute/Tuner" appears on the screen, release the switches within one second.
When set to bypass/mute, the tuner becomes active.

Standard pitch

Tuner type Drop tuning adjustment
If you continue to press both []/[] foot switches for more than 2 seconds, the looper becomes active (P13). You cannot set the unit to bypass/mute from edit mode (P18). When you press both []/[] foot switches at the same time, the foot switch that is momentarily pressed first could change the tone in some cases. Please avoid making sound when pressing the switches.

Press the [] foot switch until "CLEAR" appears on the display to erase the recorded phrase.

8.Return to play mode

PRESS both []/[] foot switches.
Using Rhythms (Rhythm Mode)
1. Activating rhythm mode
In play mode, press the RHYTHM [ / ] key to start playing a rhythm pattern.

Rhythm pattern

Rhythm tempo

Rhythm volume

When rhythm mode is activated, the REVERB module is turned OFF. When using the tuner or the looper, you can also play a rhythm. However, the parameter knobs will control the tuner or looper. When in rhythm mode, you can use the []/[] foot switches and bank []/[] keys to change the patch.
2. Select the rhythm pattern
Turn Parameter knob 1 (pattern types P51).

3. Adjust the tempo

Tempo can be set in a range from 40250 BPM (beats per minute).
Set the tempo with a number Turn Parameter knob 2 to set the BPM.
Using Rhythms (Rhythm Mode) Set the tempo by tapping (Tap tempo) Press the Tap key two or more times at the desired tempo. The tempo is set automatically according to the interval between key presses.
You can use a FS01 foot switch (sold separately) to adjust the tempo (P26).
4. Adjust the rhythm volume
The volume can be set in a range from 0100.

5. Stop the rhythm

Press the rhythm [ / ] key to stop the rhythm playback and return to ordinary play mode.
Creating and Changing Patches (Edit Mode)
1. Select a patch to edit (P9) 2. Select a module to edit
Turn the module selector to the module you want to edit.
This activates edit mode.
The selected module is shown larger.

Parameter

The edit screen opens automatically.
The edit screen does not open if the selected module is OFF.

Effect type

Parameter 1 of the current effect type
Parameter 2 of the current effect type
Parameter 3 of the current effect type
The EQ module is a single module, but it is separated into "EQ Lo" and "EQ Hi" screens for editing. The TOTAL module is a special module that you can use to set the overall patch volume (patch level) and to edit the patch name, for example.

3. Turn a module ON/OFF

Module ON (dark)

Module OFF (light)

The EQ module can be turned ON/OFF from either the "EQ Lo" or the "EQ Hi" screen. The TOTAL module cannot be turned OFF.
4. Change the effect type
Press the EFFECT TYPE []/[] keys to change the effect type.
The parameters shown change according to the effect type.
The EQ module has only one effect type. See pages 3348 for information about the effect types and parameters included in each module.

5. Adjust the parameters

Turn parameter knobs 13.
Parameters related to time and frequency can also be set with Tap tempo (P17).
6. Adjust the volume of the patch (patch level)
Turn the module selector to "TOTAL" and use the effect type []/[] keys to select "PatchLvl." Turn Parameter knob 1.

Patch level

Patch level can also be adjusted in play mode. Adjust the master level to change the volume of all patches (P30).

7. Change the patch name

Turn the module selector to "TOTAL" and use the effect type []/[] keys to select "PatchName."

Cursor

Use parameter knobs 13 to change the name.
Change the character/symbol at the cursor position one character at a time.
Change the type of character/ symbol at the cursor position (uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers and symbols).

Move the cursor

The following characters and symbols can be used.
! # $ % & ' () +, -. ; = @ [] ^ _ ` { } ~ AZ, az, 09, (space)
Creating and Changing Patches (Edit Mode) For example, to change "Patch01" to "Patch02" use Parameter knob 3 to move the cursor and Parameter knob 1 to change the character/symbol.
The cursor is on the character that can be changed
Use Parameter knob 3 to move the cursor
Turn Parameter knob 1 to the right to change the number to "2."

8. Finish editing

Turn the module selector to "PLAY" to return to the play mode.

If you change to another patch, all edits will be lost. Save the patch to keep your edits (P22).
Saving and Copying Patches (Store Mode)

1. Activate store mode

Select the patch that you want to save or copy, and press the STORE/SWAP key.
To save the patch Release the STORE/SWAP key quickly. "Store?" appears on the display.

Patch to save

To swap the patch Continue pressing the key until "Swap?" appears on the display.

Location to save patch

Patch to swap
Swapping can only be between patches in the user (AJ) banks. When the unit is shipped from the factory, the user banks contain the same patches as the preset banks.

Second patch to swap

2. Select the location to save or the other patch to swap
Use the []/[] foot switches.

HINT NOTE

To switch banks, use the bank []/[] keys. Swapping can only be between patches in the user (AJ) banks.
3. Execute patch saving/swapping
Press the STORE/SWAP key.
When "COMPLETE!" appears, the patch will be saved to the destination location or swapped with the second patch.
To cancel this operation, turn the Module selector instead of pressing the STORE/ SWAP key.
Restoring patches to their factory settings (ALL INITIALIZE function)
You can restore all the patches in the AJ banks to their factory settings. To use the ALL INITIALIZE function, turn the POWER switch ON while pressing and holding the STORE/SWAP key. To cancel this operation, press the rhythm [ / ] key instead of pressing the STORE/SWAP key. Press the STORE/SWAP key again to restore all patches to their factory settings and return to play mode.
The following message appears on the display.
Executing ALL INITIALIZE erases all the patches saved in the user banks. Use this function with caution.

Using Direct Mode

Direct mode simulates the sound of a guitar cabinet. This allows you to achieve a sound that is optimized for use with headphones or a mixer.
In play mode, press the DIRECT key. The key will light and the unit will switch to direct mode.

Cabinet types

Type MATCHED Description This cabinet setting is optimized according to the drive effect type. Simulates a 2 x 12 Fender combo amp. Simulates a 4 x 10 Fender tweed cabinet. Simulates a 4x12 Marshall stack cabinet.
TWEED As in play mode, you can use the edit, rhythm and store functions, as well as the tuner and looper functions. Select patches in the same way as in play mode.
Use Parameter knobs 13 to adjust the parameters.
Press the DIRECT key to turn its light OFF and return to play mode.
DRIVE module distortion depth

Quantization (bit-rate) Sampling frequency
32/44.1/48 kHz The unit will be recognized by the computer as an audio device when it is connected by the USB cable. When running Windows, install a dedicated ASIO driver to make low-latency audio recording and playback possible.

16-bit

If you turn the power switch OFF and connect the unit to a computer by USB, it will operate on bus power from that computer.
When using direct monitoring, if the DAW software has an echo back function (which sends the input signal directly to the output during recording), always turn it OFF. If you record with it ON, the signal output will sound like it has been processed with a flanger. You can also adjust the recording level sent to the DAW software (P30).
Figure 1. Signal flow during recording

DAW software

INPUT OUTPUT

G2Nu/G2.1Nu

Effects USB
Figure 2. Signal flow during playback (direct monitoring ON)

Effects USB OUTPUT USB

Figure 3: Signal flow during playback (direct monitoring OFF)
Changing Various Settings (Global Menus)
Using the global menus, you can change various settings related to the master level, display, USB and other items. Settings made to global parameters affect all patches.

Open the global menus

Press the USB/GLOBAL key to open the GLOBAL menu.
When you are done changing the settings, press the USB/GLOBAL key to turn its light OFF.
The tuner's standard pitch will be saved even when the power is turned OFF.
Set the direct monitoring and recording levels
See "Using a foot switch" for details about the "FootSwitch" global parameter (P26). When in bypass, mute or looper mode, you cannot open the GLOBAL menu.
Set the master level, tempo, and tuner standard pitch
1. Use the effect type []/[] keys to select "GLOBAL," and use the Parameter knobs 13 to adjust the master level (knob 1), tempo (knob 2), and tuner standard pitch (knob 3).
Master level Tempo Tuner standard pitch
Press the effect type []/[] keys to select "USB." Use Parameter knob 1 to turn direct monitoring ON/OFF, and use Parameter knob 2 to adjust the recording level.

Recording level

Direct monitoring ON/OFF
The recording level setting will be saved even when the power is turned OFF.
You can also use the Tap key to adjust the tempo (P17).
Set the display backlight and contrast
1. Use the effect type []/[] keys to select "DISPLAY." Use Parameter knob 1 to adjust the backlight and Parameter knob 2 to adjust the contrast.

Backlight Contrast

When you are done changing the setting, press the USB/GLOBAL key to turn its light OFF.
The battery type setting is saved even when the power is turned OFF.
Check the current version
1. Use the effect type []/[] keys to select "VERSION."
The following screen appears.
Current version information
The backlight and contrast settings will be saved even when the power is turned OFF.

Setting the battery type

1. Use the effect type []/[] keys to select "BATTERY," and turn Parameter knob 1 to set the battery type to one of the following.
ALKALINE Use this setting for alkaline or oxyride (oxy nickel hydroxide) batteries. NiMH Use this setting for nickel metal hydride batteries that can be recharged and reused.

Battery type

When you are done checking the version information, press the USB/GLOBAL key to turn its light OFF.
See the next page for how to upgrade the version.
Set the battery type that you are using in order to display the remaining battery charge accurately.
Upgrading the Firmware Version
1. Download the latest version upgrade application from the ZOOM website (http://www.zoom.co.jp/).
You must connect the unit to a computer to upgrade the version.
Launch the version upgrade application, and conduct the version upgrade.
See the ZOOM website for the upgrade procedures. When you complete the version upgrade, "Please Restart" appears on the screen.
See the previous page for how to confirm the current version.
Confirm that the POWER switch is set to "OFF." While pressing both []/[] foot switches, connect the unit to a computer using the USB cable.
Do not disconnect the USB cable during the version upgrade process.
When the version upgrade is complete, disconnect the USB cable and turn the power OFF.
Turn the power ON again in the usual manner, and the unit will start operating with the new version.

USB cable

If connection with the computer is successful, the following message appears on the display.

Effect Types and Parameters

Effect type name

When the module is ON, use the effect type []/[] keys to select.

Module knob

Shows the position to recall the module.

Parameters 13

Shows the effect parameters that can be adjusted with Parameter knobs 13 and their setting ranges.

Module name

DELAY module
This delay module allows the use of a hold function.
This long delay has a maximum length of 5000 mS.
This tape echo simulation has a long delay with a maximum length of 5000 mS.
The four effect types above have the same parameters.
Time Sets the delay time. mS F.B (feedback)
Adjusts the feedback amount.
Adjusts the amount of effected sound that is mixed with the original sound.
You can use the TAP key to set a parameter that has this icon shown next to it. When a module/effect type with this option is selected in EDIT mode, the parameter interval (modulation frequency, delay time, etc.) can be set by repeatedly tapping the TAP key.

Tempo mark

When a note mark is shown next to a parameter, the tempo set using the GLOBAL menu (P30) can be synchronized to note intervals. For example, if the Time Parameter of the DELAY module is set to an 8th note, the delay time will be equivalent to an 8th note at the current tempo.

Expression pedal

When a pedal icon is shown next to a parameter, it can be controlled with an expression pedal. If you set the module to be controlled by the expression pedal (P27), you can control the parameter in real time when you select a patch that uses it. With the G2Nu, you will need to connect an external expression pedal (FP01/FP02).
Delay tap, hold delay and delay mute
Effect types that show these icons allow you to use a foot switch to set the delay time (DELAY TAP), to turn the hold delay function ON/OFF (HOLD) and to turn the DELAY module input mute ON/OFF (MUTE). To use these functions, you must connect a foot switch, set the function (P26) and activate a compatible effect type.

Note: Manufacturer names and product names mentioned in the following table are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. The names are used only to illustrate sonic characteristics and do not indicate any affiliation with ZOOM CORPORATION.

COMP (compressor) module

This module reduces high level signals and increases low level signals.

COMP (compressor)

This compressor in the style of the MXR Dyna Comp.

Sense (sensitivity) 0 10

ATTCK (attack) Slow, Fast Level
Adjusts the compressor sensitivity. Higher values result in higher sensitivity.
Sets compressor attack speed to Fast or Slow.
Adjusts the level of the signal after it has passed through the module.
RackComp (rack compressor)
This compressor allows more detailed adjustment than COMP.
THRSH (threshold) 050 Ratio

110 Level

Sets the level that activates the compressor.
Adjusts the compression ratio.

M Comp (M compressor)

This compressor provides a more natural sound.

EFX module

This module includes wah and filter effects, as well as special effects such as a ring modulator and an octaver.

AutoWah

This effect varies wah in accordance with picking intensity.

Resonance

This effect varies the resonance filter frequency according to picking intensity. The two effect types above have the same parameters.
Sense (sensitivity) -101, 110 Reso (resonance)

010 Level

Adjusts the sensitivity of the effect. When set to a negative value, the filter movement is reversed.
Adjusts the intensity of the resonance sound.

Booster

The booster increases signal gain to make the sound more powerful.

Range 15 Tone

Adjusts the frequency range that is boosted.

Adjusts the tone.

Tremolo
This effect varies the volume at a regular rate.

THRSH (threshold) 116

Adjusts the effect sensitivity. Set the value as high as possible without causing the sound to decay unnaturally.

DRIVE module

This module includes 29 types of distortion and acoustic simulators.

FD Combo

Modeled sound of a Fender Twin Reverb ('65), which is loved by guitarists in various genres.

VX Combo

Modeled sound of a VOX AC30 combo amplifier operating in Class A.

US Blues

Crunch sound of a Fender Tweed Bassman.

BG Crunch

Crunch sound of a Mesa Boogie MkIII combo amp.

HW Stack

Modeled sound of the legendary Hiwatt Custom 100 all-tube amplifier from the UK.

MS Crunch

The crunch sound of the Marshall 1959 that has given birth to many legends.

MS Drive

The high gain sound of a JCM2000 Marshall stack amp.

PV Drive

The high gain sound of a Peavey 5150 developed in cooperation with a world-famous hard rock guitarist.

DZ Drive

The 3-channel high gain sound of a Diezel Herbert, which is a handmade German guitar amplifier that allows control of three independent channels.

BG Drive

The high gain sound of the Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier red channel (Vintage mode).

OverDrive

Simulation of the Boss OD-1, the compact effect box that was the first to take the "overdrive" title.

T Scream (tube scream)

Simulation of the Ibanez TS808, which is loved by many guitarists as a booster and has inspired numerous clones.

Governor

Simulation of the Guv'nor distortion effect from Marshall.

Dist + (distortion plus)

Simulation of the MXR distortion+ effect that made distortion popular worldwide.

Dist 1 (distortion 1)

Simulation of the Boss DS-1 distortion pedal, which has been a long-seller.

Squeak

Simulation of the popular Pro Co Rat famous for its edgy distortion sound.

FuzzSmile

Simulation of the Fuzz Face, which has made rock history with its humorous panel design and smashing sound.

GreatMuff

Simulation of the ElectroHarmonix Big Muff, which is loved by famous artists around the world for its fat, sweet fuzz sound.

MetalWRLD (Metal World)

Simulation of the Boss Metal Zone, which is characterized by long sustain and a powerful lower midrange.

HotBox

Simulation of the compact Matchless Hotbox pre-amplifier with a built-in tube.

Z Clean

ZOOM original unadorned clean sound.

Z Wild

A high gain sound with even more overdrive boost.
An original sound created by merging characteristics of an ADA MP1 and a MARSHALL JCM800.

Z Bottom

A high gain sound that emphasizes low and middle frequencies.

Z Dream

A high gain sound for lead playing based on the Mesa Boogie Road King Series II Lead channel.

Z Scream

An original high gain sound balanced from low to high frequencies.

Z Neos

A crunch sound modeled on the sound of a modified VOX AC30.
A bright and smooth distortion sound.

ExtremeDS

This distortion effect boasts the highest gain in the world.
The 29 effect types above have the same parameters.

Gain 0100 Tone

030 Level
Adjusts the gain (distortion depth).
Aco.Sim (acoustic simulator)
This effect changes the tone of an electric guitar to make it sound like an acoustic guitar.

Top 010 Body

Adjusts the unique string tone of acoustic guitars.
Adjusts the body resonance of acoustic guitars.
EQUALIZER module (low and middle frequency range)
This unit has a six band equalizer. Set the module selector to "EQ Lo" to adjust the three low and middle frequency bands.

EQ LOW

Adjusts the low and middle frequency bands.

160Hz 12 400Hz

12 800Hz
Boosts or cuts the low (160 Hz) frequency band.
Boosts or cuts the low-middle (400 Hz) frequency band.
Boosts or cuts the middle (800 Hz) frequency band.
EQUALIZER module (high frequency range)
This unit has a six band equalizer. Set the module selector to "EQ Hi" to adjust the three high frequency bands.

EQ HIGH

Adjusts the high frequency bands

3.2kHz 12 6.4kHz

12 12kHz
Boosts or cuts the high (3.2 kHz) frequency band.
Boosts or cuts the extremely high (6.4 kHz) frequency band.
Boosts or cuts the harmonics (12 kHz) frequency band.

MODULATION module

This module includes chorus, pitch shifter, delay, echo and other modulation and delay effects.

Chorus

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USB/Cubase LE 4 Startup Guide
This USB/Cubase LE 4 Startup Guide explains how to install Cubase LE 4 on a computer, make connections and settings for this unit, and perform recording.
Cubase LE 4 installation Connections and preparation Use Cubase LE 4 to record

Cubase LE 4 installation

Connections and preparation
Use Cubase LE 4 to record

Windows Vista / XP

MacOS X
To connect this unit to a computer running Windows Vista (or Windows XP) and to enable audio input/output, proceed as follows. The installation description uses Windows Vista as an example.
Bring up the "Sound" window from the Control Panel and make the input device setting for the computer.
To bring up the "Sound" window, select "Control Panel" from the Start menu and click "Hardware and Sound", then click "Sound".
To connect this unit to a computer running MacOS X and enable audio input/output, proceed as follows.

To continue using Cubase LE 4, a process called activation (license authentication and product registration) is necessary. When you start Cubase LE 4, a screen offering to register the product will appear. Select "Register Now". A web site for registration will open in your Internet browser. Follow the instructions on that page to register and activate the product.
Connect the guitar or other instrument to the [INPUT] jack of this unit and select the desired patch.
The sound selected here will be recorded on the computer via the [USB] port.
When the recording level has been adjusted, click the monitoring button to disable it.
The input level is no longer shown on the meter, and the signal returned to this unit via the computer is muted. In this condition, only the signal before sending to the computer can be monitored via the [OUTPUT] jack of this unit.

For optimum enjoyment

While using Cubase LE 4, other applications may slow down drastically or a message such as "Cannot synchronize with USB audio interface" may appear. If this happens frequently, consider taking the following steps to optimize the operation conditions for Cubase LE 4. (1) Shut down other applications besides Cubase LE 4. In particular, check for resident software and other utilities.
Access the "Devices" menu of Cubase LE 4 and select "Mixer".
The mixer window appears. This window shows the channel assigned to the created track, and the master channel.

Project window

Verify that the transport panel is being shown.
Perform the following steps here.

Mixer window

To create a new audio track, access the "Project" menu and select "Add track". In the submenu that appears, select "Audio".
he Add Track window for specifying the number of audio tracks and the stereo/mono setting appears.
If the transport panel is not shown, access the "Transport" menu and select "Transport Panel".
To start recording, click the Record button in the transport panel.
(2) Reduce plug-ins (effects, instruments) used by Cubase LE 4. When there is a high number of plug-ins, the computer's processing power may not be able to keep up. Reducing the number of tracks for simultaneous playback can also be helpful. (3) Power the unit from an AC adapter. When a device designed to use USB power is powered via the USB port, the current supply may sometimes fluctuate, leading to problems. See if using an AC adapter improves operation. If applications still run very slowly or the computer itself does not function properly, disconnect this unit from the computer and shut down Cubase LE 4. Then reconnect the USB cable and start Cubase LE 4 again.