This section explains how to operate the panel controls and how to use patches and other functions of the FIRE-18.
Basic operation
1.
Turn the [MASTER] knob to 0 and set the [POWER] switch to ON.
Immediately after turning on the power, the manual mode is selected ([MANUAL] key LED is lit). In manual mode, you can use the knobs and keys on the panel to adjust the sound. Set the [GAIN], [BASS], [MIDDLE], [TREBLE], and [LEVEL] controls all to the center position.
-2.
Display in manual mode
Use the [DRIVE TYPE] knob and the [VARIATION] key to select the drive type and variation.
Ampli�er characteristics and distortion depth will differ, depending on the selected drive type. To create your sound in manual mode, �rst use the [DRIVE TYPE] knob to select the drive type, and then choose the variation (standard/vintage) with the [VARIATION] key. (For information on available drive types, see page 16.)
3.
Raise the [MASTER] knob to a suitable position, and adjust the distortion depth and volume with the [GAIN] knob and [LEVEL] knob while playing your guitar.
Normally, you will use the [GAIN] knob to adjust distortion depth and the [LEVEL] knob to adjust the level for a particular patch. The [MASTER] knob controls the overall volume, common to all patches.
4.
Use the [BASS]/[MIDDLE]/[TREBLE] knobs to adjust the tone.
You can also use the [BOOST], [SUSTAIN], [EDGE], and [BOTTOM] keys to increase the sound pressure, prolong sustain, and emphasize the high or low frequency range.
5.
To change the ZNR (ZOOM Noise Reduction) setting, press the [ZNR] key.
The LED of the key �ashes, and the current setting (Z1 � Z9, oF) is shown for about 2 seconds on the display. Use the [Q]/[W] keys to select the new setting. To switch ZNR on or off, press the [ZNR] key once more. Higher setting values result in more effective noise reduction. Set the value as high as possible without causing the sound to be cut off abruptly.
HINT
The optimum ZNR setting value will differ, depending on the instrument, selected drive type, and distortion depth. If noise seems excessive, check the ZNR setting.
6.
To turn the unit off, turn the [MASTER] knob all the way down and then turn off the [POWER] switch.
