User's Manual
2
Usage and Safety Precautions
Usage and Safety Precautions
In this  manual, symbols are used  to  highlight warnings 
and cautions  that you must  read to prevent accidents. The 
meanings of these symbols are as follows:
Interference with other electrical equipment
In consideration  of  safety, the   has been designed to 
minimize the emission of electromagnetic radiation from the device 
and to minimize external  electromagnetic interference. However, 
equipment  that is very susceptible  to  interference  or that emits 
powerful electromagnetic waves could result in interference if 
placed nearby. If this occurs, place the 
 and the other device 
farther apart. With any  type of  electronic  device  that uses digital 
control,  including  the 
, electromagnetic interference  could 
cause malfunction, corrupt  or destroy data  and  result  in other 
unexpected trouble. Always use caution.
Cleaning
Use a soft cloth to clean the panels of the unit if they become dirty. 
If necessary, use a damp cloth that has been wrung out well. Never 
use abrasive cleansers, wax or solvents, including alcohol, benzene 
and paint thinner.
Malfunction
If  the unit becomes  broken  or malfunctions, immediately 
disconnect  the AC adapter, turn the power  OFF and disconnect 
other  cables. Contact the  store  where  you bought  the unit  or 
ZOOM service with the following information: product model, serial 
number and  specific symptoms  of failure  or malfunction, along 
with your name, address and telephone number.
Copyrights
• Windows
®
 and Windows Vista
®
 are trademarks or registered 
trademarks of Microsoft
®
. 
• Macintosh
®
 and  Mac  OS
®
 are  trademarks  or registered 
trademarks of Apple Inc. 
• Allother trademarks,productnames andcompanynames
mentioned  in  this  documentation are  the  property  of their 
respective owners.
Note: All trademarks and registered  trademarks mentioned in this manual 
are for identification  purposes only and are not intended  to  infringe  on  the 
copyrights of their respective owners.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Usage Precautions
 Warning
 Precautions
Something that could cause serious injury 
or death.
Something that could cause injury or 
damage to the equipment.
Warning
Caution
Other symbols
Prohibited actions
Required (mandatory) actions
Operation using batteries
Use  4  conventional 1.5-volt AA batteries (alkaline  or  nickel-metal 
hydride).
Read battery warning labels carefully.
Always close the battery compartment cover when using the unit.
AC adapter handling
When disconnecting the AC adapter from an outlet, always pull the 
body of the adapter itself.
During lightning storms or when not using the unit for a long  time, 
disconnect the power plug from the AC outlet.
Battery handling
Install the batteries with the correct +/- orientation.
Use a specified battery type. Do not mix new and old batteries or 
different brands or types at the same time. When not using the unit 
for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from the unit.
If a battery  leak should occur, wipe the battery  compartment and 
the battery terminals carefully to remove all battery residue.
Connecting cables with input and output jacks
Always turn the power OFF for all equipment before connecting any 
cables.
Always disconnect all connection cables and the AC adapter before 
moving the unit.
Alterations
Never open the case or attempt to modify the product.
Operation using an AC adapter
Use only a ZOOM AD-16 AC adapter with this unit.
Do not use or do anything that could exceed the ratings of outlets and 
other  electrical  wiring  equipment. Before using the equipment in  a 
foreign country or other region where the electrical voltage differs from 
that indicated on the AC adapter, always consult with a shop that carries 
ZOOM products beforehand and use the appropriate AC adapter.
Volume
Do not use the product at a loud volume for a long time.
Product handling
Do not drop, bump or apply excessive force to the unit.
Be careful not to allow foreign objects or liquids to enter the unit.
Operating environment
Do not use in extremely high or low temperatures.
Do not use near heaters, stoves and other heat sources.
Do not use in very high humidity or near splashing water.
Do not use in places with excessive vibrations.
Do not use in places with excessive dust or sand.










