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Usage and Safety Precautions In this operation manual, symbols are used to highlight warnings and cautions that you must read to prevent accidents. The meanings of these symbols are as follows.
■ Cleaning Use a soft cloth to clean the exterior of the unit if it becomes dirty. If necessary, use a damp cloth that has been wrung out well to wipe it. Never use abrasive cleansers, wax or solvents such as alcohol, benzene or paint thinner. ■ Breakdown and malfunction If the unit becomes broken or malfunctions, immediately disconnect the AC adapter, turn the power off and disconnect other cables.
Introduction Thank you very much for purchasing a ZOOM The has the following features. Handy Recorder (hereafter, " "). 90° XY mic The 90° XY mic captures three-dimensional images of sound. This stereo mic uses a matched pair and can handle a maximum sound pressure of 120 dB SPL, enabling it to record clearly without distortion even during band rehearsals and club performances.
Contents Making various settings Opening the SETTING screen Setting the date format Setting the display backlight Adjusting the display contrast Setting the type of battery used Setting the Auto Power Off function Setting how the counter appears Setting how files are named Usage and Safety Precautions Introduction Names of parts Display overview Preparations Providing power Inserting microSD cards Turning the power on/off Setting the language shown Setting the date and time Preventing misoperation Other f
Names of parts ■ Front ① Built-in XY mic ② Input volume dial ③ Display ⑤ LO CUT button ⑥ LIMITER button ⑧ REC LED ⑨ REC button ⑦ AUTO LEVEL button ④ AUDIO button ⑪ PLAY/PAUSE button ⑩ STOP/OPTION button ⑬ FF button ⑫ REW button ⑭ Speaker ① Built-in XY mic This has two crossing directional mics. This mic can record a three-dimensional sound with natural depth and width. ② Input volume dial Use to adjust the input level. ③ Display This shows various types of information.
⑥ LIMITER button Use this to operate the function shown 3rd from the left at the bottom of the display. ⑦ AUTO LEVEL button Use this to operate the function shown 4th from the left at the bottom of the display. ⑧ REC LED This lights during recording. It blinks rapidly when the input sound level is high. ⑨ REC button Use to start recording. ⑩ STOP/OPTION button Use to stop file playback and show various functions. ⑪ PLAY/PAUSE button Use to start and pause playback of recorded files.
■ Left and right sides ① PHONE/LINE OUT jack ③ MIC/LINE IN jack ② VOLUME buttons ④ microSD card slot ⑤ TRASH button OWER ⑥ P (HOLD) switch ⑦ USB port ① PHONE/LINE OUT jack This can output sound to headphones or a connected device. ② VOLUME buttons Use to adjust the volume. ③ MIC/LINE IN jack A connected mic can be used to record. Mics that require plug-in power can be used with this jack. ④ microSD card slot Insert a microSD card here. ⑤ TRASH button Use to delete recorded files.
Display overview Recording Screen ① File name ⑤ Remaining battery charge ② Status icon ⑥ Counter ⑦ Clipping indicators ③ Level meters ④ Function buttons ① File name This shows the name of the file being recorded. ② Status icon This shows the recording status. Ready Recording Paused Overdubbing (→ "Overdubbing") ③ Level meters These shows the current input levels. ④ Function buttons These show functions that can be set on the Recording Screen. From left to right, these correspond to , , and .
Playback Screen ① File name ⑦ Remaining battery charge ③ Progress bar ④ Number of selected file/total number of files ⑤ Level meters ⑨ Remaining playback time ② Status icon ⑧ Counter ⑩ Clipping indicators ⑥ Function buttons ① File name This shows the name of the file being played. ② Status icon This shows the playback status. Playing Paused Searching backward Searching forward Jumping to the previous file/mark Jumping to the next file/mark ③ Progress bar This shows the current playback location.
Preparations Providing power Using batteries 1. Turn the power off and then remove the battery cover. Slide down while pressing 2. Install the batteries. 3. Replace the battery cover. NOTE • Use only one type of battery (alkaline, NiMH or lithium) at a time. • If the remaining battery power indicator becomes 0, turn the power off immediately and install new batteries. • After installing the batteries, set the battery type correctly (→ "Setting the type of battery used").
Using an AC adapter 1. Connect the cable of an AD-17 AC adapter to the USB port. 2. Plug the AC adapter into an outlet.
Inserting microSD cards 1. Turn the power off and then open the microSD card slot cover. 2. Insert the microSD card into the card slot. To remove a microSD card, push it further into the slot and then pull it out. 3. Close the microSD card slot cover. NOTE • Always make certain that the power is off when inserting or removing a microSD card. Inserting or removing a card while the power is on could result in data loss.
Turning the power on/off Turning the power on 1. Slide toward . This turns the power on and opens the Recording Screen. NOTE • The first time you turn the power on after purchase, you must set the language (→ "Setting the language shown") and the date/time (→ "Setting the date and time"). • If “No SD Card!” appears on the display, confirm that a microSD card is inserted properly. • If “Invalid SD Card!” appears on the display, the card is not formatted correctly.
Setting the language shown Set the language shown on the display. 1. While pressing , turn the power on. This opens the SETTING screen. 2. Use 3. Press and or to select "Language", and press . to select the language to use, and press . This completes setting the language. HINT The first time you turn the power on after purchase, this screen opens automatically.
Setting the date and time Set the date and time so the recorder can add this data to recording files. 1. While pressing , turn the power on. This opens the SETTING screen. 2. Use and to select "Date/Time", and press 3. Use and to select "Set Date/Time", and press 15 . .
4. Use and to move the cursor. HINT The first time you turn the power on after purchase, this screen opens automatically after you set the language used. 5. Use and 6. Press . to change the value selected by the cursor. This completes setting the date and time.
Preventing misoperation Misoperation during recording can be prevented by using the HOLD function to disable use of the Activating the HOLD function 1. Slide to HOLD. Deactivating the HOLD function 1. Slide back to the middle. 17 buttons.
Recording Adjusting input levels Adjusting levels manually 1. Turn the input volume dial. HINT • Adjust so that the peak level stays around −12dB. • If the sound distorts even when you lower the input level, try changing mic positions and adjusting the output levels of connected devices. • To cut noise from wind and other sources during recording, see "Reducing noise". • To stop input signal clipping, see "Setting the limiter".
Using automatic level adjustment This function automatically adjusts the input level according to the input signal. 1. Press to select ON. NOTE When automatic level adjustment is ON, turning the input volume dial has no effect.
Selecting the recording format The recording format can be selected in consideration of audio quality and file size. 1. Press to select the recording format. The display shows the selected recording format and the remaining possible recording time. The following recording formats can be set. Setting 96k 24bit 48k 24bit 48k 16bit 44.
Reducing noise This function can reduce low-frequency noise, including wind and vocal pops. 1. Press to set the cutoff frequency. HINT Select OFF, 80Hz, 120Hz or 160Hz as the frequency.
Setting the limiter The limiter can prevent distortion by controlling input signals that have excessively high levels. 1. Press to select ON. NOTE When the input sensitivity is high (input volume dial is set to a large value), noise will be more noticeable when the signal level is low.
Recording 1. Press . The following operations are possible during recording. Pause/resume Press Add a mark Press NOTE • Marks are used as cue points. During playback, press or to jump to a mark position. • When recording is paused, a mark will be added automatically at that point. • Up to 99 marks can be added to each recording. • If the file size exceeds 2 GB during recording, a new file will be created automatically and recording will continue without pause. 2. Press . This ends recording.
Using additional recording functions When the Recording Screen is open, press to enable use of additional recording functions. Recording automatically (AUTO REC) Recording will start automatically when the input level exceeds the set value. 1. While pressing , press to set the recording starting level. HINT The input level can be set to Off, −48 dB, −24 dB, −12 dB or −6 dB. 2. Press . This will start automatic recording standby. HINT You can press 3. Press again to start recording immediately.
Capturing audio before recording starts (PRE REC) The input signal can be captured for about 2 seconds before starts suddenly, for example. 1. While pressing 2. Press , press is pressed. This is useful when a performance to turn it ON. . This starts recording the input signal from 2 seconds earlier. NOTE This cannot be used with the SELF TIMER function. When PRE REC is enabled, SELF TIMER will be disabled.
Recording with the SELF TIMER Recording starts automatically after the set time passes. 1. While pressing , press to set the timer. HINT The timer can be set to OFF, 3SEC, 5SEC or 10SEC. 2. Press . This starts the self timer countdown, and the REC LED blinks. HINT During the countdown, you can press 3. Press again to start recording immediately. to end recording standby or stop recording. NOTE • This cannot be used with the AUTO REC function.
Enabling the SOUND MARK function Tone signals (sound markers) can be output from the LINE OUT jack when recording is started and stopped. When recording audio for video with the aligning audio and video easier. 1. While pressing , press , sending the to turn it ON.
Adjusting connected equipment levels (playing test tones) When the is connected to a digital SLR camera or other external device, a test tone can be played to match their output levels. 1. Minimize the input gain of the other device. NOTE If the automatic gain control function on the other device is on, turn it off. 2. Use an audio cable to connect the external mic jack of the other device with the PHONE/LINE OUT jack of the . 3. While pressing , press .
Overdubbing You can record over a file as it is playing back and save it as a new file. This is convenient when, for example, recording a performance one part at a time. 1. Press and 2. While pressing to select a file. , press . This starts overdubbing. 3. Press . This stops overdubbing. NOTE • The AUTO REC, PRE REC, SELF TIMER and SOUND MARK functions will be disabled. • Overdubbing is not possible if the recording format of the file is MP3.
Monitoring recording The sound being recorded can be monitored using headphones. 1. Connect headphones to the PHONE/LINE OUT jack on the 2. Press and to adjust the monitoring volume. HINT The monitoring volume can be set from 0 to 100. 30 .
Using external mics A connected mic can be used to record sound. 1. Connect an external mic to the MIC/LINE IN jack on the 2. Press . . This starts recording. NOTE • The built-in XY mic is disabled when an external mic is connected. • The can supply plug-in power if the connected mic uses it.
Playback Playing recordings 1. Press and 2. Press . to select the file for playback. The following operations are possible during playback. Pause/resume Press Search forward Press and hold Search backward Press and hold Add a mark Press Jump to the next mark (if one exists) Play the next file (if no mark exists) Press Jump to the previous mark (if one exists) Play the previous file (if no mark exists) during playback Press HINT • Marks are used as cue points.
Adjusting the volume 1. Press and . HINT • The volume can be adjusted separately for the speaker and headphones. • The volume can be set from 0 to 100.
Using repeat playback Just the file currently playing or all the files saved on the microSD card can be played back repeatedly. 1. Press to set the repeat type. The following repeat types can be used. Setting value Explanation ONE The selected file will be played repeatedly. OFF ALL Every file from the selected one to the last one will be played back. All files will be played back repeatedly.
Deleting marks Marks added to files can be deleted when not needed. 1. Pause playback. 2. Use and to jump to the mark that you want to delete. The function button on the far left changes from "MARK" to "DELETE MARK". 3. Press 4. Use . and to select "Delete", and press . The selected mark will be deleted.
Checking file information You can view a variety of information about the selected file. 1. Press 2. Press and to select a file. . 3. Check the file information. Press and to change the page. HINT The information items that can be viewed are the date and time, the recording format, the file size, and the recording length. 4. Press . This reopens the Playback Screen.
Using additional playback functions Press to switch to Play Mode, which allows you to use functions that are useful for listening to passages and transcribing words. Adjusting the playback position precisely The playback position can be adjusted a few seconds at a time. 1. Press on the Playback Screen. This activates Play Mode. 2. Use and to adjust the playback position precisely.
Changing the playback speed 1. Press on the Playback Screen. This activates Play Mode. 2. Press to change the playback speed. HINT The playback speed can be set to ×0.50, ×0.75, ×1.00, ×1.50 or ×2.00. 3. Press to exit Play Mode.
Using sound effects These effects can be applied to change the sound during playback. 1. Press on the Playback Screen. This activates Play Mode. 2. Press to select the sound effect to use. The following sound effects can be activated. Setting value Explanation SPEECH This makes recordings of speeches and meetings sound better. OFF Vo CUT BASS ROCK 3. Press The sound will not be changed. This cuts vocals. This cuts frequencies other than low frequencies.
Repeat playback of a set interval (A-B repeat) Playback can be repeated between two set points. 1. Press on the Playback Screen. 2. Press and This activates Play Mode. You can also press 3. Press to move the position where you want repeat playback to start. and move the position during playback. to set the starting point. "A" will appear at the set point. 4. Press at the point where you want repeat playback to stop to set the ending point.
5. Press 6. Press to stop repeat playback. to exit Play Mode.
Working with files Deleting files Files that are not needed can be deleted. 1. Press and to select a file. HINT Files can be deleted on both the Recording Screen and the Playback Screen. 2. Press 3. Use . and to select "Delete", and press . The selected file will be deleted.
Using USB functions Connecting with other devices The can be used as a card reader or audio interface when the or other equipment. is connected to a computer, iOS device 1. When the Recording Screen is open, use a USB cable to connect the The USB screen will open. NOTE A Lightning to USB Camera Adapter is necessary to connect an iOS device. 43 and the other equipment.
Using as a card reader You can use a computer to check the files saved on the microSD card and copy those files to the computer. 1. Press or on the USB screen to select "Card Reader", and press . 2. Use the computer to work with the files saved on the microSD card. 3. When you want to disconnect, use the computer to end the USB connection with the Windows: Select Mac OS: Drag the from "Safely Remove Hardware". icon to the Trash and drop it.
Using as an audio interface input signals can be input directly to a computer, iOS device or other equipment, and playback signals on a computer, iOS device or other equipment can be output from the 1. Press or 2. Use and . on the USB screen to select "Audio I/F", and press to select the type of device, and press . . NOTE After selecting "iOS", follow the instructions on screen and disconnect the cable once. Then, select "iOS" again and reconnect the cable. 3.
The following power sources can be selected. Setting value Explanation Battery Power is supplied by the batteries in the . Select this when connected to a computer that has low USB bus power supply capability. Bus Power Power is supplied from the connected device through the USB cable. NOTE When "iOS" is selected, power is supplied by the batteries in the . This screen will not be shown. 4. Monitoring playback signals from connected devices 5. To disconnect, while pressing 6.
Enabling direct monitoring before sending it to the computer or iOS device. This This directly outputs the input signal from the enables monitoring without latency 1. During audio interface operation, while pressing , press 47 to turn it ON.
Making various settings Opening the SETTING screen Various settings can be made on the SETTING screen. 1. While pressing , turn the power on. This opens the SETTING screen.
Setting the date format The date format, which is used when adding dates to file names and when showing the date on the Playback Screen, can be changed. 1. On the SETTING screen, use and to select "Date/Time", and press 2. Use and to select "Date Format", and press 3. Use and to select the date format, and press The following date formats can be used. Setting value Explanation MMDDYY Month, day, year order YYMMDD DDMMYY Year, month, day order Day, month, year order 49 . . .
Setting the display backlight The display backlight can be set to turn off after a specific amount of time without use. 1. On the SETTING screen, use and to select "LCD", and press . 2. Use and to select "Backlight", and press 3. Use and to set the amount of time until the backlight turns off, and press . The time until the backlight turns off can be set as follows. Setting value Explanation On The backlight always stays on.
Adjusting the display contrast 1. On the SETTING screen, use and to select "LCD", and press 2. Use and to select "Contrast", and press 3. Use and to adjust the contrast, and press HINT This can be set from 1 to 10. 51 . . .
Setting the type of battery used Set the type of battery used so that the amount of remaining battery charge can be shown accurately on the display. 1. On the SETTING screen, use 2. Use and and to select "Battery", and press to select the battery type, and press HINT The options are Alkaline, Ni-MH and Lithium. 52 . .
Setting the Auto Power Off function When operating with batteries, the power will automatically turn off if it is not used for a set amount of time. 1. On the SETTING screen, use 2. Use and and to select "Auto Power Off", and press to set the time until the power turns off, and press . . Setting value Explanation 5 min The power will turn off automatically 5 minutes after the last button operation. Off 10 min 30 min 60 min The Auto Power Off function is disabled.
Setting how the counter appears The recording time shown during recording (counter) can be set to either the current elapsed recording time (count up) or the remaining possible recording time (count down). 1. On the SETTING screen, use 2. Use 3. Press and or and to select "Rec Setting", and press to select "Counter", and press to select how it is shown, and press 54 . . .
Setting how files are named The way that files are named automatically during recording can be changed. 1. On the SETTING screen, use and to select "Rec Setting", and press 2. Use and to select "File Name", and press 3. Use and to select the file name format, and press . . . The following file name formats can be used. Setting value ZOOM**** YYMMDD-HHMMSS Explanation Files are named with consecutive numbers from "ZOOM0001.WAV/MP3" to "ZOOM9999.WAV/.MP3".
Other functions Formatting microSD cards A microSD card that has been purchased or formatted by a computer should be formatted for use with the 1. While pressing , turn the power on. This opens the SETTING screen. 2. Use and to select "SD Card", and press 3. Use and to select "Format", and press . . 56 .
4. Use and to select "Execute", and press This formats the microSD card for use with the . . NOTE • Before using microSD cards that have just been purchased or that have been formatted on a computer, they must be formatted by the . • Be aware that all data saved on the microSD card will be deleted when it is formatted.
Testing microSD card performance A microSD card can be tested for usability with the . A Quick Test can be done in a short amount of time, while a Full Test examines the entire microSD card. Conducting a Quick Test 1. While pressing , turn the power on. This opens the SETTING screen. 2. Use and 3. Use or to select "SD Card", and press to select "Test", and press . .
4. Use or 5. Use and to select "Quick Test", and press to select "Execute", and press . . This starts a quick test of the microSD card. 6. Check the result when the test completes. The result of the evaluation is shown. NOTE Even if a performance test result is "OK", there is no guarantee that writing errors will not occur. Use this information as a guide.
Conducting a Full Test NOTE Use the AC adapter to supply power when conducting a full test (→ "Using an AC adapter"). 1. While pressing , turn the power on. This opens the SETTING screen. 2. Use and 3. Use or to select "SD Card", and press to select "Test", and press . .
4. Use or to select "Full Test", and press . The amount of time required for the full test will be shown. 5. Use and to select "Execute", and press . This starts a full test of the microSD card. HINT You can press to pause and resume a test. 6. Check the result when the test completes. The result of the evaluation is shown. NOTE Even if a performance test result is "OK", there is no guarantee that writing errors will not occur. Use this information as a guide.
Checking the versions You can check the firmware versions. 1. While pressing , turn the power on. This opens the SETTING screen. 2. Use and to select "Version", and press . 3. Check the firmware versions.
Restoring default setting values The settings can be restored to their factory defaults. 1. While pressing , turn the power on. This opens the SETTING screen. 2. Use and to select "Factory Reset", and press 3. Use and to select "Execute", and press This starts resetting the . . . After the settings are reset, the power will automatically turn off. NOTE Input level settings will not be reset.
Updating the firmware The firmware can be updated to the latest versions. 1. Install new batteries in the (→ "Using an AC adapter"). (→ "Using batteries") or connect the dedicated AC adapter 2. Copy the firmware update file to the root directory on a microSD card. NOTE Files for the latest firmware updates can be downloaded from the ZOOM website (www.zoom.co.jp). 3. Insert the microSD card into the (→ "Inserting microSD cards"). 4. While pressing , turn the power on.
6. After the firmware update completes, turn the power off. NOTE Executing a firmware update is not possible if the remaining battery power is low. Replace the batteries with new ones (→ "Using batteries") or connect the AC adapter (→ "Using an AC adapter").
Adding languages By adding new languages, the language displayed by the can be changed. 1. Copy the file for the language you want to add to the root directory on a microSD card. NOTE Download language files from the ZOOM website (www.zoom.co.jp). 2. Insert the microSD card into the (→ "Inserting microSD cards"). 3. While pressing , turn the power on. This opens the SETTING screen. 4. Use and to select "Language", and press 5. Use and to select "Add Language", and press 66 . .
6. Use and to select the language you want to add, and press . The selected language will be added. HINT Added languages will be deleted if the is reset (→ "Restoring default setting values").
Troubleshooting If you think that the is operating strangely, check the following items first. Recording/playback trouble ■ No sound is output/volume is low • Confirm that the volume of the is not set too low (→ "Adjusting the volume"). • Check the volume of the computer, iOS device or other equipment connected to the . ■ Recorded sound cannot be heard or is very quiet • Confirm that the mic is oriented in a suitable direction. • Check the input level settings (→ "Adjusting input levels").
Specifications Recording media microSD/microSDHC cards (Class 4 or higher, up to 32 GB) Recording formats WAV: 44.1 kHz/16-bit, 48 kHz/16-bit, 48 kHz/24-bit, 96 kHz/24-bit MP3: 48 kbps, 128 kbps, 192 kbps, 256 kbps, 320 kbps Display Inputs 1.
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