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Terms used in this manual
Patch memory
Patch memories store effects along with their on/off states and parameter setting values, allowing easy recall. Effects are saved and recalled in units of patch memories. Up to 2 effects can be added to a patch memory, and up to 250 patch memories can be stored.
LIBRARY
Various guitar effects are ready in the LIBRARY. Effects can be selected from the LIBRARY to be added to patch memories.
Category
Effects are grouped by types into categories. The display backlight color changes according to the category.
AUTO SAVE
This function automatically saves changes to patch memory and effect settings.
ECO MODE
This function will automatically turn the power off 10 hours after the last operation.
PRESELECT
This function allows continued use of the current patch memory sound while switching to another patch memory at a distant number.
MS-200D+ overview
Signal flow
- Patch memory
- The input guitar sound passes through effects in order. (→ Adjusting effect parameters)
- Tuner
- Use this to tune the connected guitar. (→ Using the tuner)
- Master volume
- This adjusts the overall volume. This setting is retained even when the patch memory is changed. (→ Adjusting the overall output level)
- OUTPUT
- Connect an amp here.
Patch memory structure
Patch memories
These store the effects used, their order, on/off states and parameter settings. Effects are saved and recalled in units of patch memories. Up to 250 of these can be stored.
The MS-200D+ can be used to freely combine 2 effects.
Functions of parts
Top
- Display
- This shows information, including the name of the selected effect along with its parameter values.
- Output jack
- Connect an amp or another effect here.
- Parameter knobs
- Use these to adjust effect parameters and make various settings.
- Direction buttons
- Use these to select patch memories and effects, for example.
They can be operated by foot.
- Input jack
- Connect a guitar or another effect here.
- On/Off indicator
- Use this to check if the effect is on or off.
- Footswitch
- Use this to turn effects on and off.
Back
- USB (Type-C) port
- Connect this to a computer, iPhone or iPad.
This supports operation on USB bus power.
- DC 9V AC adapter connector
- Connect a dedicated AC adapter (ZOOM AD-16) here.
Overview of operation screens
The MS-200D+ is operated by using its buttons and knobs while looking at screens on the display.
This section explains those screens.
Home Screen
This appears when the power is turned on.
Effects in the selected patch memory are shown. The patch memory can be edited and its effects turned on and off.
Use and to select patch memories.
Use and to select the effects in the patch memory. When selecting effects, numbers will show their order.
The backlight color changes according to the category of the selected effect.
Opening the Home Screen
If the MENU Screen is open, press .
If the LIBRARY Screen is open, press to confirm the selected effect.
LIBRARY Screen
Effects in patch memories can be changed.
- Selected effect
- The selected effect is shown larger in the middle.
The backlight color changes according to the category of the selected effect.
- Effect list
- Effects in the same category are ordered vertically. Use and to select effects in the same category.
Use and to select effects in different categories.
Opening the LIBRARY Screen
On the Home Screen, use and to select the effect to replace, and press .
Closing the LIBRARY Screen
Press to confirm the selected effect and reopen the Home Screen.
MENU Screen
Various MS-200D+ settings can be made.
- Selected setting item
- The selected setting item is shown larger in the middle.
- Setting items
- Setting items are shown with icons. Turn to select them.
- This reopens the Home Screen.
- This shows the selected setting item.
Using the MENU Screen
Making connections
- Guitar
- Guitar amp
- AC adapter (ZOOM AD-16)
- Computer (Mac/Windows), iPhone/iPad or portable battery
- Connect with a USB cable (Type-C).
This port can be used to update the firmware, use Handy Guitar Lab for MS-200D+ or provide power with a portable battery.
The Handy Guitar Lab for MS-200D+ iOS/iPadOS app can be used to manage patch memories and to edit and add effects. Handy Guitar Lab for MS-200D+ can be downloaded from the App Store.
Turning the power on/off
Turning the power on
Turning the power off
Adjusting effects
Patch memories can be edited, including replacing effects and adjusting parameters.
When the AUTO SAVE function is on, changes to patch memories will be saved automatically. (The default setting is ON.) (→ Setting the AUTO SAVE function)
If the AUTO SAVE function is off, patch memories will not be saved automatically. When the content of a patch memory has been changed, will appear at the top right of the display, showing that it is different from the saved settings. Save them as necessary. (→ Copying and saving patch memories)
Turning effects on/off
On the Home Screen, the effects used in the patch memory are shown and can be turned on and off using the footswitch.
Replacing effects
Effects in a patch memory can be replaced with other effects as desired.
Adjusting effect parameters
The individual effects used in patch memories can be adjusted.
Footswitch special functions
Some effects assign special functions to the footswitch, including turning the effect on only while the footswitch is being pressed. The name of the parameter that selects the special function will appear highlighted on the display.
Adding effects
Effects can be added to patch memories.
The MS-200D+ can be used to freely combine 2 effects.
Deleting effects
Effects in patch memories can be deleted.
Changing the order of effects
Effects in a patch memory can be reordered as desired.
Changing effect routing
The effect routing can be set for each patch memory.
Setting the footswitch function on the Home Screen
The function of the footswitch on the Home Screen can be set for each patch memory.
Switching patch memories
The MS-200D+ manages effects in patch memories. A patch memory can have up to 2 effects and save their on/off states and parameter settings.
Up to 250 patch memories can be created.
The MS-200D+ has a preselect function. This allows the next patch memory to be selected in advance and then switched to with one press. This is useful when you want to switch patch memories that are not near the current one when performing live, for example. (→ Using the preselect function)
Using the preselect function
The MS-200D+ has a preselect function.
If PRESELECT is ON, when and are used to switch patch memories, the change will not occur immediately. Pressing afterward will finalize the patch memory change.
This makes it possible to switch directly to a patch memory that is not near the current one during live performance.
Turning the PRESELECT function ON/OFF
Selecting patch memories when PRESELECT is ON
Managing patch memories
Changing patch memory names
The characters and symbols that can be used are as follows.
! % & ' + , - . = _ (space) A–Z, a–z, 0–9
Copying and saving patch memories
The AUTO SAVE function is ON by default. When it is OFF, changes, including adjustments to effects, as well as volume settings, will not be saved automatically. Save changes manually in this case.
Patch memories can also be saved (copied) to other locations.
See “Setting the AUTO SAVE function” for details about this function.
Erasing patch memories
Unnecessary patch memories can be erased.
Creating patch memories
Create a new patch memory.
Restoring patch memories to original settings
After a patch memory is changed, it can be restored to the state it was in immediately after selection or the factory default state.
Using the tuner
Activating the tuner
Enable the tuner to use the MS-200D+ to tune a guitar.
The tuner cannot be used when the selected effect has a special function assigned, for example, effects that are on only while the footswitch is being pressed.
Closing the tuner
Press when the tuner is in use to close it and reopen the previous screen.
Changing tuner settings
The standard pitch used by the tuner and the tuner type can be changed. Flat tuning is also possible.
Setting the output method
Turn to set the output method.
Setting | Explanation |
---|---|
BYPASS | The guitar sound is output with effects bypassed. |
MUTE | The guitar sound is not output. |
Adjusting the EQ and volume of a guitar amp, for example, is easier if the MS-200D+ effects are bypassed.
Changing the standard pitch of the tuner
Turn to change the standard pitch.
The setting range is 430–450 Hz for middle A.
Setting the tuner type
Turn to select the tuner type.
Setting | Explanation |
---|---|
CHROMATIC | The pitch detuning is shown according to the nearest note (in semitones). |
Other tuner types | The nearest string number is shown according to the selected type, and the amount of detuning from its pitch is shown. The following tuner types can be selected. |
Display | Explanation | String number/note | ||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | ||
GUITAR | Standard guitar tuning with a 7th string | B | E | A | D | G | B | E |
OPEN A | Open A tuning (open strings play A chord) | – | E | A | E | A | C# | E |
OPEN D | Open D tuning (open strings play D chord) | – | D | A | D | F# | A | D |
OPEN E | Open E tuning (open strings play E chord) | – | E | B | E | G# | B | E |
OPEN G | Open G tuning (open strings play G chord) | – | D | G | D | G | B | D |
DADGAD | Alternate tuning often used for tapping and other techniques | – | D | A | D | G | A | D |
Using flat tunings
All strings can be tuned flat from ordinary tuning by 1 (♭1), 2 (♭2) or 3 (♭3) semitones.
Turn to change the flat tuning.
Flat tuning cannot be used when the tuner type is CHROMATIC.
Operating the MS-200D+ from an iPhone/iPad
The MS-200D+ can be controlled from an iPhone/iPad using the iOS/iPadOS Handy Guitar Lab for MS-200D+ app.
The Handy Guitar Lab for MS-200D+ app must be installed on the iPhone/iPad beforehand. The Handy Guitar Lab for MS-200D+ app can be downloaded from the App Store. See the operation manual for the Handy Guitar Lab for MS-200D+ app for details about making settings and conducting operations.
Making unit settings
Adjusting the overall output level
The volume of the MS-200D+ output sound can be adjusted. Reduce the volume if the output sound becomes distorted.
Setting the AUTO SAVE function
When the AUTO SAVE function is ON, patch memories will be saved automatically when their contents are changed.
Setting the sound on the LIBRARY Screen
Setting the type of batteries used
Set the type of battery used correctly so that the amount of remaining battery charge can be shown accurately.
Adjusting the backlight brightness
The brightness of the backlight can be adjusted. Select “NORMAL” to extend battery life.
Adjusting the display contrast
Adjust the display contrast.
Setting the ECO MODE
This function can be used to turn the power off automatically if unused for 10 hours.
Managing the firmware
Checking the firmware version
The version of the firmware used by the MS-200D+ can be checked.
Updating
The MS-200D+ firmware can be updated to the latest version.
The latest firmware can be downloaded from the ZOOM website (zoomcorp.com).
Restoring factory default settings
The factory default settings can be restored.
Checking the latest information for the MS-200D+
A 2D code for help related to the MS-200D+ can be shown on its display.
Appendix
Troubleshooting
The unit will not power on
If using batteries, connect a cable to the INPUT jack. (→ Turning the power on/off)
Check the connections. (→ Making connections)
There is no sound or output is very quiet
Check the connections. (→ Making connections)
Adjust the levels of the effects. (→ Adjusting effect parameters)
Adjust the output volume. (→ Adjusting the overall output level)
Confirm that the tuner output is not set to “MUTE”. (→ Setting the output method)
There is a lot of noise
Confirm that an instrument cable is not the cause.
Use a genuine ZOOM AC adapter. (→ Making connections)
Batteries lose their charge quickly
Making the following settings could increase the battery operation time.
Set the type of battery used correctly. (→ Setting the type of batteries used)
Set the display backlight to “NORMAL”. (→ Adjusting the backlight brightness)
Due to their characteristics, using nickel metal hydride batteries (especially high-capacity ones) or lithium batteries should enable longer use than alkaline batteries when power consumption is high.
Specifications
Maximum number of simultaneous effects | 2 effects | |
User patch memories | 250 | |
Sampling frequency | 44.1 kHz | |
A/D conversion | 24-bit 128× oversampling | |
D/A conversion | 24-bit 128× oversampling | |
Signal processing | 32-bit | |
Frequency response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.5 dB/−0.5 dB) (when 10kΩ load) | |
Display | 160×128 dot-matrix LCD | |
Input | INPUT | Standard mono phone jack Rated input level: −20 dBu Input impedance (line): 470 kΩ |
Output | OUTPUT | Standard mono phone jack Maximum output level: +7.2 dBu (when output impedance 10 kΩ or higher) |
Input S/N | 122 dB | |
Noise floor (residual noise) | OUTPUT | –100 dBu |
Power | AC adapter: 9V DC 500mA center negative (ZOOM AD-16) 2 AA batteries (alkaline, lithium or rechargeable NiMH batteries) | |
Estimated operation times using batteries | • These values are approximate. • Battery operation times were determined using in-house testing methods. They will vary greatly according to use conditions. | Alkaline batteries: about 7 hours NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): about 6.5 hours Lithium batteries: about 14 hours |
USB | Port: USB 2.0 Type-C/Supported cable type: Type-C Handy Guitar Lab: USB 1.1 Full Speed • Use a USB cable that supports data transfer. USB bus power is supported. | |
Dimensions | 133 mm (D) × 79 mm (W) × 61 mm (H) | |
Weight | 346 g (excluding batteries) 393 g (including batteries) |
Note: 0 dBu = 0.775 V