User manual ZOOM ST-224

OPERATION MANUAL USAGE AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS USAGE AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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 Warning 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, Caution bodily injury and damage to the equipment could result. Please observe the following safety tips and precautions to ensure hazard-free use of the SampleTrak ST224. ·Power requirements Warning The SampleTrak ST-224 is powered by the supplied AC adapter. To prevent malfunction and safety hazards, do not use any other kind of AC adapter. When using the SampleTrak ST-224 in an area with a different line voltage, please consult your local ZOOM distributor about acquiring a proper AC adapter. ·Environment Caution Avoid using your SampleTrak ST-224 in environments where it will be exposed to: · Extreme temperature · High humidity or moisture · Excessive dust or sand · Excessive vibration or shock ·Handling Caution The SampleTrak ST-224 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 Caution Never open the case of the SampleTrak ST-224 or attempt to modify the product in any way since this can result in damage to the unit. ·Connecting cables and input and output jacks Caution You should always turn off the power to the SampleTrak ST-224 and all other equipment before connecting or disconnecting any cables. Also make sure to disconnect all cables and the AC adapter before moving the SampleTrak ST-224. 2 Usage Precautions USAGE AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ·Electrical interference For safety considerations, the SampleTrak ST-224 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 SampleTrak ST-224, as the possibility of interference cannot be ruled out entirely. With any type of digital control device, the SampleTrak ST-224 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 SampleTrak ST-224. 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. 3 CONTENTS USAGE AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CONTENTS ····· 2 Using the Internal Effects ················· 42 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 2 Usage Precautions · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 3 Applying an Effect to a Specific Pad · · · · · · · · · · · · 42 Synchronizing Effect Parameter BPM · · · · · · · · · · · 44 Effect Types · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 46 Introduction ································· 5 Creating Songs ···························· 48 48 51 52 53 54 55 Names of Parts Front Panel Rear Panel ····························· 6 6 7 ··································· ··································· Getting Connected · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 8 Connections to Playback Equipment and MIDI Equipment · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Connection to Sound Source (1) · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Connection to Sound Source (2) · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Adjusting the Volume · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 8 8 9 9 Song Recording · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Playing a Song · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Changing Song Settings · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Song Function Parameters · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Copying a Song · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Deleting a Song · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Playing Songs With Pads (Play List Function) · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 56 Assigning Songs to Pads ······················ 56 Quick Guide ······························· 10 10 11 12 14 Using the Resampling Function · · · · · · · · · · · 57 Resampling Pad Play or Songs ················ Quick Guide (1) Quick Guide (2) Quick Guide (3) Quick Guide (4) Listening to the Demo · · · · · · · · · Playing the Preset Pads · · · · · · · · Assign an Effect to a Pad · · · · · · · Try Out Sampling · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ···················· 57 Storing and Reading Data · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 59 Storing/Reading Bulk Data (Backup Memory) · · · · Formatting a Data Card · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Storing Bulk Data (Data Card) · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Loading Bulk Data (Data Card) · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Loading Individual Pad Data/Waveform Data (Data Card/Backup Memory) · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 59 60 61 63 64 Introducing the ST-224 16 16 16 17 18 19 ST-224 Configuration · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Samples · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Pads and banks · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ST-224 Memory Configuration · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · BPM · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · MIDI Application Example ················ 66 Let's Try Out Sampling ···················· 20 (1) Manual Sampling · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 20 (2) Auto Sampling · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 23 MIDI Connections · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 66 Playing ST-224 Samples Under Control of External Equipment · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 66 Synchronizing Song Playback of the ST-224 With External Equipment · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 68 Pad Play Mode Operation ················· 25 25 26 27 28 29 31 32 34 35 36 37 Playing Samples In Pads 1 - 8 · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Using the [SOURCE] Pad to Play an External Sound Source · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Assigning a Sample to a Pad · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Assigning a Sample to a Major Scale · · · · · · · · · · · Setting the Sample Playback Position · · · · · · · · · · Setting the Playback Parameters for Each Pad · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Pad Parameters · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Copying Pad Settings · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Clearing Pad Settings · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Erasing a Sample · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Optimizing Samples· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Other Functions ··························· 69 Resetting the ST-224 to the Factory Default (Initializing) · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 69 Initializing Without Loading Backup Memory Data (Quick Start) · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 69 Troubleshooting · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ST-224 Specifications · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ST-224 File Import Details · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · MIDI Implementation · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · MIDI Implementation Chart · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 70 71 72 73 75 Matching BPM of Pads (Auto Sync) ······ 38 Using the Auto Sync Function (Basic Steps) · · · · · 38 Changing BPM for Every Pad (Auto Sync Advanced Steps) · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 41 4 Introduction Thank you for selecting the ZOOM SampleTrak ST-224 (hereafter simply called the "ST-224"). The ST-224 is a sampler with the following features: Introduction · Versatile sampler settings The sampler section allows selection of three sound quality grades and stereo/mono switching. Whether you want Hi-Fi for best sound or Lo-Fi for long recording time, the choice is yours. Sampled waveforms can be stored in the internal backup memory or on external data cards (option). · Pad play feels like a rhythm machine Sampled sounds are assigned to eight pads (x three banks) which can be played with a simple tapping motion. Playback start and end position can be selected for each pad, and parameters such as level, tuning, and panning can be easily adjusted. · Sequencer stores 8 songs, PLAYLIST allows DJ use An internal sequencer lets you memorize a pad playing session to create eight original songs. The songs can then be assigned to pads 1 - 8 for real-time playing (PLAYLIST). · Useful special effects The ST-224 also incorporates 22 powerful sound effects. A mixer function allows you to assign an effect to one or more specific pads. Knobs and rotary controls on the panel can be used to vary effect parameters in real time. · Auto sync function-great for creating rhythm tracks The beats per minute (BPM) of a sample assigned to a pad can be matched to the BPM of one selected sample. Changing the length of a sample is possible without changing pitch. This allows you for example to easily adjust the tempo of a drum loop and bass pattern sampled from a CD. · Sophisticated resampling feature The ST-224 is the first unit in this price class to offer resampling. Phrases with effects played with the pads or by the internal sequencer can be sampled again in the digital domain. · Built in presets and demo song A number of built-in presets programmed at the factory lets you use the ST-224 right away. The unit also contains an impressive demo song making full use of the various features. Please take the time to read this manual carefully, so as to get the most out of your ST-224 and to ensure optimum performance and reliability. Except for special cases such as personal use, unauthorized sampling of material from copyrighted sources (including but not limited to CDs, records, tapes, video clips, broadcast material) is prohibited. * Microsoft, Windows, MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc. 5 Names of Parts Front Panel s Effects section POWER s Display/sequencer section DC IN MIDI IN DATA CARD L/MONO s Input/output section s Sampling section L/MONO R MIC/LINE INPUT INPUT MIN PEAK MAX R PHONES OUTPUT Names of Parts s Effects section EDIT 2 [EDIT 2] knob OUTPUT EFFECT VOLUME/BASS TIME STRETCH EXCITER SCRATCH TREMOLO DELAY AUTO PAN REVERB LO-FI EFFECT FLANGER COMPRESSOR STEP CRY CHORUS EXTREME EQ RESONANCE PHASER LOW-PASS PITCH SHIFTER HIGH-PASS DIMENSION DISTORTION RING MODULATOR MIN MAX SONG REC PLAY/STOP BPM/VALUE SAMPLING MONO GRADE STEREO BEAT SAMPLE/SONG RE-SAMPLE PLAYLIST MEASURE TAP BPM COPY DELETE EDIT 2 A B EFFECT ON/OFF ­ + RECORD PLAY/STOP AUTO SYNC PAD ENABLE EXIT BACKUP LOAD SAVE INTERNAL/DATA CARD SPECIAL PAD ASSIGN CAPACITY ERASE OPTIMIZE FUNCTION EFFECT SYNC EDIT 1 LEVEL BAR LENGTH PAD SONG 3 START POINT TIME SIG 5 END POINT PRE COUNT 1 7 REVERSE CLICK VOLUME BANK 1 2 3 SOUR CE MIX 2 TUNING QUANTIZE 4 OFFSET SHIFT 6 PANNING SWING 8 SOUR CE TRIGGER/ GATE BANK MIDI BANK LOOP/MARK s Pad section s Input/output section L/MONO R PHONES OUTPUT L/MONO R MIC/LINE INPUT INPUT MIN PEAK MAX OUTPUT MIN MAX [OUTPUT] knob [INPUT] knob [INPUT PEAK] LED s Sampling section [MONO/STEREO] key [EFFECT SELECT] switch [GRADE] key EFFECT VOLUME/BASS TIME STRETCH EXCITER SCRATCH TREMOLO DELAY AUTO PAN REVERB LO-FI EFFECT FLANGER COMPRESSOR STEP CRY CHORUS EXTREME EQ RESONANCE PHASER LOW-PASS PITCH SHIFTER HIGH-PASS DIMENSION DISTORTION RING MODULATOR SAMPLING MONO GRADE STEREO RE-SAMPLE [RE-SAMPLE] key & LED RECORD PLAY/STOP A B EFFECT [EFFECT BANK] key & LED ON/OFF [PLAY/STOP] key PAD ASSIGN CAPACITY ERASE OPTIMIZE [EFFECT ON/OFF] key & LED PAD ENABLE [OPTIMIZE] key [ERASE] key [CAPACITY] key [PAD ASSIGN] key [EFFECT PAD ENABLE] key EFFECT SYNC EDIT 1 [EFFECT SYNC] key & LED [RECORD] key & LED [EDIT 1] wheel 6 s Display/sequencer section [SONG REC] key & LED [SONG PLAY/STOP] key & LED Display SONG REC PLAY/STOP BPM/VALUE [PLAYLIST] key & LED PLAYLIST Names of Parts MEASURE TAP BPM COPY DELETE BEAT SAMPLE/SONG ­ + [-] [+] keys [TAP/BPM] key & LED AUTO SYNC EXIT BACKUP LOAD SAVE INTERNAL/DATA CARD SPECIAL [SPECIAL] key [AUTO SYNC] key & LED [COPY] key & LED [DELETE] key & LED [EXIT] key [INTERNAL/DATA CARD] key [SAVE] key [LOAD] key s Pad section [PAD FUNCTION] key & LED Pads 1 - 8 & LEDs FUNCTION PAD SONG LEVEL BAR LENGTH 3 START POINT TIME SIG 5 END POINT PRE COUNT 1 7 REVERSE CLICK VOLUM E [SONG FUNCTION] key & LED BANK 1 2 3 S E OURC SOURCE MIX 2 TUNING QUANTIZE 4 OFFSET SHIFT 6 PANNING SWING 8 TRIGGER/ GATE BANK MIDI BANK LOOP/MARK [SOURCE] pad & LED [LOOP/MARK] pad [BANK 1] - [BANK 3] keys & LEDs Rear Panel [INPUT L/MONO] jack [INPUT R] jack [LINE/MIC] switch [PHONES] jack [OUTPUT R] jack [OUTPUT L/MONO] jack ZOOM CORPORATION MADE IN JAPAN MODEL 300mA LINE/MIC R INPUT L/ MONO PHONES R OUTPUT L/MONO DATA CARD MIDI IN DC9V POWER [MIDI IN] jack [DATA CARD] slot [DC9V] jack [POWER] switch NOTE In this manual, names of front panel and rear panel controls and jacks are indicated by square brackets [ ]. 7 Getting Connected Connections to Playback Equipment and MIDI Equipment Data card (option) AC Adapter DC INPUT 300mA Getting Connected HeadPhones ZOOM CORPORATION MADE IN JAPAN PHONES MODEL LINE/MIC R INPUT L/MONO PHONES R OUTPUT L/ MONO DATA CARD MIDI IN DC9V POWER OUTPUT R OUTPUT L/MONO MIDI IN For mono playback, only the [OUTPUT L/MONO] jack needs to be connected. When wishing to synchronize the operation of the ST-224 with an external sequencer or control the sound of the ST224 sound from external MIDI equipment, connect the MIDI OUT jack of the external equipment to the [MIDI IN] jack of the ST-224, using a MIDI cable. MIDI OUT jack of MIDI sequencer or computer with MIDI interface Playback equipment (mixer, audio system, radiocassette player, etc.) Connection to Sound Source (1) (CD Player) When sampling a stereo source, connect the [INPUT L/MONO] jack and the [INPUT R] jack to the source. For mono sampling, only the [INPUT L/MONO] jack needs to be connected. It is also possible to mix a stereo source internally and perform mono sampling ( p. 21). L/MONO R MIC/LINE INPUT INPUT CD Player INPUT R INPUT L/MONO ZOOM CORPORATION MADE IN JAPAN MODEL MIN MAX PEAK [INPUT] knob [INPUT PEAK] LED LINE/MIC R INPUT L/MONO PHONES R OUTPUT L/ MONO DATA CARD Adjust the [INPUT] knob so that 300mA the [INPUT PEAK] LED on the front panel lights up during the MIDI IN DC9V loudest passages POWER music. of the LINE/MIC To sample a signal from equipment with line-level output such as a CD player, set the [LINE/MIC] switch to the "LINE" position. 8 Connection to Sound Source (2) (Microphone) L/MONO Microphone R MIC/LINE INPUT INPUT INPUT L/MONO ZOOM CORPORATION MADE IN JAPAN MODEL MIN 300mA MAX PEAK [INPUT] knob [INPUT PEAK] LED PHONES R OUTPUT L/ MONO DATA CARD MIDI IN DC9V Getting Connected LINE/MIC R INPUT L/MONO POWER LINE/MIC To sample a signal from a microphone, set the [LINE/MIC] switch to the "MIC" position. Adjust the [INPUT] knob so that the [INPUT PEAK] LED on the front panel lights up during the loudest passages of the music. Adjusting the Volume When connections have been established, adjust the volume as follows. STEP 1 While power to the playback equipment is still off and the volume is set to minimum, verify that all connections have been established correctly. If cables are connected or disconnected while power to the playback equipment is on, or if power is turned on with the volume turned up, damage to the speakers may result. STEP 2 Turn on power to the ST-224. Connect the output cable of the supplied AC adapter to the [DC9V] jack on the ST-224, and set the [POWER] switch to ON. AC Adapter 300mA DC9V POWER STEP 3 Turn on power to the playback equipment. If the ST-224 is in the factory default condition, you can play preset sounds by tapping the pads. Hit pads 1 - 8 and adjust the [OUTPUT] knob on the ST-224 and the volume control on the playback equipment to obtain the desired volume (to initialize the unit to the factory default p.69). Pads 1 - 8 OUTPUT MIN MAX [OUTPUT] knob 9 Quick Guide Quick Guide (1) Listening to the Demo The ST-224 comes with a demo song already built in. Listen to this to hear for yourself what the ST-224 can do. [Preparations ] · Connect the ST-224 to the playback equipment ( p. 8). · Turn power on in the order ST- 224 playback equipment, and adjust the volume ( p. 9). Quick Guide Headphones [P OUTPUT R PHONES ZOOM CORPORATION MADE IN JAPAN MODEL Playback equipment ·C · Th fa fa w OUTPUT L/MONO 300mA LINE/MIC R INPUT L/ MONO PHONES R OUTPUT L/ MONO DATA CARD MIDI IN DC9V POWER POWER DC IN MIDI IN DATA CARD L/MONO While holding down the [SPECIAL] key, press the [PLAYLIST] key. The demo song starts. Playback of the song loops endlessly. Previously sampled material will be erased. Store the contents in the backup memory if desired ( p. 59). R PHONES OUTPUT EFFECT VOLUME/BASS TIME STRETCH EXCITER SCRATCH TREMOLO DELAY AUTO PAN REVERB LO-FI EFFECT FLANGER COMPRESSOR STEP CRY CHORUS EXTREME EQ RESONANCE PHASER LOW-PASS PITCH SHIFTER HIGH-PASS DIMENSION DISTORTION RING MODULATOR SONG REC PLAY/STOP BPM/VALUE PLAYLIST MEASURE TAP BPM COPY DELETE NOTE BEA EDIT 2 A B EFFECT ON/OFF AUTO SYNC PAD ENABLE EFFECT SYNC EXIT BACKU LOAD SAVE INTERNA To stop the demo song, press the [EXIT] or [SONG PLAY/STOP] key. The ST- 224 reverts to the normal condition. The contents last stored in the backup memory will be restored. * While the song is playing, other controls except the [EXIT] or [SONG PLAY/STOP] key have no effect. EDIT 1 LEVEL BAR LENGTH 3 START POINT TIME SIG 5 END 1 PRE C SOURCE MIX 2 TUNING QUANTIZE 4 OFFSET SHIFT SOUR CE LOOP/MARK NOTE The [SOURCE] pad on the front panel is a special pad that allows using an external input signal as sound source. It is not used for playing internal samples. 10 Quick Guide (2) Playing the Preset Pads The ST-224 allows assigning sampled sounds to pads and playing these manually (pad play). You can try out the preset sounds that are assigned to the pads at the factory. [Preparations ]