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Usage and Safety Precautions 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.
F Multi Track Field Recorder FCC regulation warning (for U.S.A.) • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Contents Usage and Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .02 Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .04 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05 Names of parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .06 Connecting mics/other devices to Inputs 1–6 . . . . . . . . .08 LCD display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F Multi Track Field Recorder Introduction ● 4 analog input channels with super-high-quality preamps ● Support for return (RTN) input Monitor the output of a DSLR camera without recording it with the F. The two sets of lockable XLR/TRS combo jacks provide high-quality analog input with −127dBu or less EIN, +75dB maximum input gain and support for +4dB input.
Names of parts Front INPUT 5/6 indicator LCD Selection encoder TRACK key OPTION key INPUT 5/6 key OUTPUT key SLATE TONE indicator SLATE TONE key LED level meter Names of parts Green Orange Red PFL key TRACK knob MENU key Headphone volume REW key STOP key FF key PLAY/PAUSE key Back TIME CODE IN/OUT connectors 06 LED level meter Status indicator Battery case/ SD card slots MIC IN connector REC key POWER switch −48 −30 −18 −12 −6 0 (dBFS)
F Multi Track Field Recorder Left side Right side SUB OUT 1/2 jack Lock release button USB port RTN (INPUT 5/6) jack Names of parts HEADPHONE jack Inputs 1–4 DC IN 4: + Inputs 1–4 1: − 3: NC 2 2: NC DC 9–16V HIROSE 4-pin MAIN OUT 1/2 1 TIP: HOT 1: GND RING: COLD 2: HOT 3 XLR DC IN connector MAIN OUT 1/2 jack SLEEVE: GND 3: COLD 1 2 1: GND 3 2: HOT 3: COLD TRS XLR 07
Connecting mics/other devices to Inputs 1–6 The F can record 6 individual tracks that correspond to Inputs 1–6 and a stereo mix of these inputs with left and right tracks for a total of 8 tracks. You can connect mics, and the outputs of audiovisual equipment, for example, to Inputs 1–6 and record them to tracks 1–6. In addition, Input 5/6 also supports input from a mic capsule connected to the MIC IN connector.
F Multi Track Field Recorder Connecting output from a camera Use Input 5/6 when connecting output from a camera. Input 5/6 can be used as a return (RTN), enabling camera output to be monitored through the F without recording (→ P.88). While pressing the buttons on the sides of the mic 2. capsule or extension cable, connect it to the main unit, inserting it completely. Connecting mic capsules NOTE • The mic capsule input is assigned to tracks 5/6.
Connecting mics/other devices to Inputs 1–6 (continued) Connection examples Recording is possible in a variety of situations like these.
F Multi Track Field Recorder LCD display Home Screen ■ Mixer Status icon Recording/playback timecode Stopped Paused Recording Playing Frame rate INT: internal timecode active EXT: input external timecode active Remaining battery charge Counter (playback/elapsed recording time) Full Recording/playback take name Playback card Limiter indicator LCD display Empty Parameter controlled by TRACK knobs Clip indicator Level meter Track number Phantom/plug-in power enabled Stereo-linked tracks H
LCD display (continued) ■ Level meters Recording/playback timecode Status icon Counter Frame rate LCD display Recording/ playback take name Remaining battery charge Clip indicator Playback card Limiter Indicator Track numbers SD card 1 When recording: remaining recordable time When playing: remaining playback time Level meter SD card 1 Format and sampling rate of file recording/playing SD card 2 When recording: remaining recordable time When playing: remaining playback time SD card 2 Format
F Multi Track Field Recorder Character input screen Text box Number of input characters/ total possible Character selection box LCD display Press “abc” Press “#+=” Press “ABC” ■ Editing operations Move cursor in text box: r f Select character (horizontal): Turn e (vertical): Turn O while pressing it Confirm character: Press E Complete editing: Move cursor to "Enter" and press E Cancel editing: NOTE • The following characters can be used in project names.
Preparations Supplying power Using AA batteries 1. 4. Install the batteries. Turn the power off and then loosen the screw to open － the battery compartment cover. Supplying power 2. ＋ Remove the battery case from the battery slot. － － ＋ ＋ － ＋ ＋ － － ＋ － ＋ 5. Close the battery case cover. 6. Load the battery case. NOTE Load the case so that the side with the protruding rail is up. 3. 14 Open the battery case cover. 7. Close the battery compartment cover and tighten the screw.
F Multi Track Field Recorder 1. Connect the DC power supply device to the [DC IN] Preparations Using a DC power supply connector. Connect a 9–16V direct-current power supply. Supplying power 2. If using an adapter, plug it into an outlet. NOTE • When connecting a DC power supply, be sure to make the power supply settings. (→ P.
Preparations Loading SD cards 16 Loading SD cards 1. Turn the power off and then open the SD card slot cover. 2. Insert the SD card into SD CARD slot 1 or 2. To eject an SD card: Push the card further into the slot and then pull it out. NOTE • Always turn the power off before inserting or removing an SD card. Inserting or removing a card while the power is on could result in data loss. • When inserting an SD card, be sure to insert the correct end with the top side up as shown.
F Multi Track Field Recorder Turning the power on 1. Press and hold w briefly. The w LED will light. Disabling the Auto Power Off function The power will automatically turn off if the F is unused for 10 hours. If you want the power to stay on always, disable the automatic power saving function. Press m. 2. Use e to select SYSTEM, and press E. NOTE • The first time you turn the power on after purchase, you must set the date/time (→ P.18). You can also change this setting later.
Preparations Setting the date and time (Date/Time (RTC)) The date and time set on the F are used when recording files, for example. You can set the date format (order of year, month and day). Setting the date and time (Date/Time (RTC)) 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select SYSTEM, 4. 3. Use e to select Date/Time (RTC), and press E. Use e to select Set Date/ Time, and press E. and press E. 5. Change the setting.
F Multi Track Field Recorder Preparations 6. Setting the date format Use e to select Enter, Use e to select Data Format, and press E. This completes setting the date and time. 5. Use e to select the format, and press E. Setting value Explanation mm/dd/yy Month, day, year order dd/mm/yy Day, month, year order yy/mm/dd Year, month, day order Setting the date and time (Date/Time (RTC)) and press E. 4.
Preparations Setting the power supply used (Power Source) Set the DC power supply shutdown voltage, nominal voltage and type of batteries so that the remaining power supply charge can be shown accurately. On this menu page, you can check the voltage of each power supply and the remaining battery capacity. Setting the power supply used (Power Source) 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select SYSTEM, and press E. 3.
F Multi Track Field Recorder Preparations Setting the DC power supply (DC IN) nominal voltage Setting the type of AA batteries (Int AA) 4. Use e to select Nominal 4. Use e to select the volt- 5. 5. age, and press E. HINT • The nominal voltage is the voltage of the DC power supply under normal conditions. This value should be indicated on the exterior of the DC power supply. Type, and press E. Use e to select the type, and press E.
Recording process Recording Follow the process below to record with the F. The data created for each recording occurrence is called a "take". Recording process Connect Turn power on (→ P.17) Prepare before recording • Connect mics, instruments, audiovisual equipment and other devices to Inputs 1–6. (→ P.8) • Connect a mic capsule to the MIC IN connector. (→ P.9) 1. Set the SD card and file format 2. Select the recording tracks for recording. (→ P.23) (→ P.
F Multi Track Field Recorder Setting the SD card used for recording and recording file format Recording The recording file format can be set independently for SD card slots 1 and 2. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select REC/PLAY, and press E. 3. Use e to select Rec to SD1 or Rec to SD2, and press E. 4. Use e to select the file type, and press E. Setting value Tracks recorded None – Nothing will be recorded on the SD cards.
Recording Setting the SD card used for recording and recording file format 24 Setting the SD card used for recording and recording file forma (continued) NOTE • When recording with a MONO/ST WAV setting, the audio files are saved in a folder that is created. (→ P.37) • When recording to 2 cards simultaneously, files will be saved in the same folder as the card set for recording and playback. Folders will be created automatically if they do not already exist.
F Multi Track Field Recorder Selecting inputs Recording You can select which among Inputs 1–6 to use. Inputs will be recorded on tracks with the same numbers. For example, Input 1 will be recorded on track 1 and Input 2 will be recorded on track 2. Selecting inputs Press the track key with the same number as the input you want to record, making the track indicator light. Selecting Input 5/6 1. Press i. 2. Use e to select INPUT, and press E. 3.
Recording Selecting inputs (continued) Linking inputs as a stereo pair 1. While pressing track key 1, press track key 2. Selecting inputs Tracks 1 and 2 will be joined as a stereo track (stereo link). Repeat the same procedure to disable the stereo link. HINT • The 3/4 track pair can also be stereo linked in the same way. • When a mic capsule that allows independent L and R input selection is connected, stereo-linking can also be enabled and disabled for their tracks.
Adjusting the input levels and monitoring balance F Multi Track Field Recorder 1. Open the mixer on the Home Screen. (→ P.11) HINT The position of the knob on the display always shows the current setting. Recording You can adjust the input levels (TRIM) and monitoring levels (FADER) of each track. NOTE 2. Press E. 3. Use e to select the parameter you want to adjust, and press E. HINT You can select TRIM or FADER. 4. Use a for the track you want to adjust to change the parameter value.
Recording Adjusting the input levels and monitoring balance (continued) HINT • If the sound distorts even when you lower the input level, try changing mic positions and adjusting the output levels of connected devices. Adjusting the input levels and monitoring balance 28 • You can set the standard input level for INPUT (5/6) in advance. • Press o + l (Track 1) to disable adjustment of input levels by turning a for all tracks. • Press o + l (Track 1) again to cancel this.
F Multi Track Field Recorder Recording Press c. This starts recording. HINT If the timecode function is enabled, recording will start from frame 00 (00 or 02 when using drop frame) and the file length will always be a full second value. This makes synchronization easy when editing later. 2. Press c to start a new take while recording. This will end the current take and start a new take while continuing to record without interruption.
Setting the sampling rate (Sample Rate) Recording You can set the sampling rate used to record files. 1. 2. Press m. Use e to select REC/PLAY, Setting the sampling rate (Sample Rate) and press E. 3. Use e to select Sample Rate, and press E. 4. Use e to select the sampling rate, and press E. 30 Setting value Explanation 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 192kHz These are standard sampling rates. 47.952kHz Select this when recording video at 23.
Setting WAV file bit depth (WAV Bit Depth) F Multi Track Field Recorder 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select REC/PLAY, 4. Use e to select the bit depth, and press E. HINT This can be set to 16-bit or 24-bit. Use e to select WAV Bit Depth, and press E. Setting WAV file bit depth (WAV Bit Depth) and press E. 3. Recording You can set the bit depth of WAV files.
Setting MP3 file bit depth (MP3 Bit Rate) Recording Setting MP3 file bit depth (MP3 Bit Rate) 32 You can set the bit rate of recorded MP3 files. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select REC/PLAY, 4. Use e to select the bit rate, and press E. and press E. HINT This can be set to 128 kbps, 192 kbps or 320 kbps. 3. Use e to select MP3 Bit Rate, and press E.
F Multi Track Field Recorder Recording two tracks at different levels (Dual Channel Rec) 1. 4. Use e to select the track, and press E. Use e to select REC/PLAY, and press E. 5. 3. Use e to select Dual Channel Rec, and press E. Use e to select On, and press E. When dual channel recording is On, the name of the corresponding second track (3 or 4) changes. Recording two tracks at different levels (Dual Channel Rec) 2. Press m.
Recording Recording two tracks at different levels (Dual Channel Rec) (continued) 6. Recording two tracks at different levels (Dual Channel Rec) 34 Turn a for the dual channel recording track to adjust the input level. See "Adjusting the input levels and monitoring balance" (→ P.27) for how to adjust input levels. When Track 1 is selected, use a for Track 3 to adjust. HINT Dual channel recording increases the amount of space used on SD cards.
Capturing audio before recording starts (Pre Rec) F Multi Track Field Recorder Press m. 2. Use e to select REC/PLAY, The maximum pre-recording time depends on the file format and sampling rate used. File format and press E. WAV 3. Use e to select Pre Rec, and press E. MP3 4. Use e to select On, and press E. Sampling rate Maximum pre-recording time 44.1kHz 6 seconds 47.952kHz 6 seconds 47.952kHz(F) 6 seconds 48kHz 6 seconds 48.048kHz 6 seconds 48.048kHz(F) 6 seconds 88.
Setting the maximum file size (File Max Size) Recording The maximum size of recording files can be set. If a recording file exceeds the maximum file size, recording will continue in a new take with a number that is one higher. No gap in sound will occur between the two takes when this happens. Setting the maximum file size (File Max Size) 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select REC/PLAY, and press E. 3. Use e to select File Max Size, and press E. 4.
F Multi Track Field Recorder Folder and file structure The folder and file structure differs according to the recording file format. In addition, the names of folders and files depend on how scenes are named. NOTE • Setting the SD card used for recording and recording file format (→ P.23) • Setting how scenes are named (mode) (→ P.42) Root Order recorded → First scene Next scene 160101 160101-001.WAV Scene 160101 (1st take) WAV format Polyphonic file 160102 160101-002.
Recording Folder and file structur (continued) Take names Audio file name Structure Explanation Scene name: Select none, the folder name, the date or a name input by the user (→ P.42). Scene1_001 Folder and file structure Take number (001–999) Scene number (1-9999) Scene name File names given by the F differ according to polyphonic, mono and stereo file formats. Track numbers and other data are added to file names. File names Scene number: Press s + f to advance the number by one.
F Multi Track Field Recorder Moving the previously recorded take to the FALSE TAKE folder Open the Home Screen. 2. Press and hold r. HINT • Moving a take to the FALSE TAKE folder reduces the take number by one. • You can move the previously recorded take to the FALSE TAKE folder even during recording. 3. Use e to select "Yes", and press E. Moving the previously recorded take to the FALSE TAKE folder 1.
Recorded take settings Changing the note for the next take recorded (Note) 40 Changing the note for the next take recorded (Note) You can input characters for a note to use as metadata in the file. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select METADATA Editing notes 4. Use e to select Edit, and press E. (Next Take), and press E. 3. Use e to select Note, and press E. ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. Editing notes.....................................................................................
Selecting notes from the history list 4. Use e to select History, 5. Use e to select the History item to use, and press E. NOTE The history list will be erased if the Factory Reset function is used. Changing the note for the next take recorded (Note) and press E.
Recorded take settings Setting how recorded scenes are named and numbered (Scene) 42 Setting how recorded scenes are named and numbered (Scene) You can set how scenes are named (name mode), the base scene name and how scene numbers advance. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select METADATA Setting how scenes are named (mode) 4. Use e to select Name Mode, and press E. (Next Take), and press E. 3. Use e to select Scene, and press E. ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures.
Setting value Explanation Editing the scene name None The scene name and number are not used. When recording files are created, they are named only with the take number, such as "001", "002", "003" and so on. s + f cannot be used to advance the scene number by one. Example: 001.wav If Scene Name Mode is set to User Name (→ P.42), the scene name edited here is used. The name of the currently selected folder is used as the scene name. s + f can be used to advance the scene number by one.
Recorded take settings Setting how recorded scenes are named and numbered (Scene) 44 Setting how recorded scenes are named and numbered (Scene) (continued) Selecting a scene name from the history list 4. Use e to select User Scene Name, and press E. 5. Setting how scene numbers advance (Scene Increment Mode) On the Home Screen, s + f can be used to advance the scene number by one. Set how this number advances. 4. Use e to select Increment Mode, and press E. Use e to select History, and press E.
Setting the take reset condition and numbering format (Take) You can set the take number reset condition and take number format used when recording. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select METADATA Setting the take number reset condition 4. Use e to select Reset and press E. 3. Use e to select Take, and press E. ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. 5. Use e to select the reset mode, and press E. Setting value Explanation Off The take number will not be reset.
Recorded take settings Setting the take reset condition and numbering format (Take) 46 Setting the take reset condition and numbering format (Take) (continued) Setting the take number format 4. Use e to select Number Format, and press E. 5. Use e to select the format, and press E.
Changing the track name of the next take recorded (Track Name) The track name set with the following procedure will be given to the next recorded track. 1. 2. Press m. Use e to select METADATA 3. Use e to select Track Name, and press E. HINT On the Home Screen, s + 3 can be used to open the Track Name screen. 4. Use e to select the track, and press E. Editing the track name...................................................................... P.48 Selecting a track name from the History list........
Recorded take settings Changing the track name of the next take recorded (Track Name) 48 Changing the track name of the next take recorded (Track Name) (continued) Editing the track name Selecting a track name from the history list 5. Use e to select Edit, 5. Edit the track name. 6. and press E. 6. See "Character input screen" ( → P. 1 3 ) f o r h o w t o i n p u t characters. NOTE The track name is written to the
F Multi Track Field Recorder Playing recordings speed of searching backward/forward. Playback HINT • The longer you press and hold r or f, the faster the • During playback, press track keys to switch between playing back (lit green) and muted (unlit). • An "Invalid Take!" message will appear if the selected take is not valid. Press p. • A "NoTake!" message will appear if no playable take exists.
Mixing takes Playback You can change the volume and panning of each track during playback. 1. Open the mixer on the Home Screen. (→ P.11) Mixing takes 2. Press p to start playback. 3. Adjust the parameter settings. See "Adjusting the input levels and monitoring balance" (→ P.27) for how to change settings. 50 NOTE • Settings are saved separately for each take and are used during playback. • Mix settings are not saved with the take when the format is MP3.
Changing the playback mode (Play Mode) F Multi Track Field Recorder 1. 2. Press m. Use e to select REC/PLAY, 3. Use e to select Play Mode, and press E. 4. Use e to select the play Explanation Play One (single playback) Only the selected track will be played. Play All (all playback) Tracks will be played back continuously from the selected take until the last take. Repeat One (single repeat playback) The selected track will be played repeatedly.
Take and folder operations Take and folder operations (Finder) The Finder allows you to view the contents of SD cards, takes and folders and create folders. It also allows you to set and delete recording/playback folders and view their information, for example. 1. Take and folder operations (Finder) 2. ■ SD card selected Press m. Open space Use e to select FINDER, Remaining recordable time and press E. ■ Folder selected Date Time 3.
Creating folders Folders can be created inside the currently selected SD card/ folder. NOTE • When the cursor is on a take, you can press p to play 1. Use e to select New Folder, and press E. the selected take. You can also use r, f and s. playback folder. ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. Creating folders................................................................................ P.53 Selecting the take recording/playback folder................................. P.
Take and folder operations Take and folder operations (Finder) (continued) Selecting the take recording/playback folder Changing folder and take names Use this procedure to select the folder that contains the take to be played back or the folder to use for recording takes and return to the Home Screen. 4. Press o. 5. Use e to select Rename, Take and folder operations (Finder) 4. Press o. 5. Use e to select "Select", and press E. 6. 6. Change the folder or take name.
Checking take information Checking take marks and using them for playback 4. Press o. You can view a list of the marks in a recorded take. 5. Use e to select Informa- Press o. 5. Use e to select Mark List, and press E. Use e to scroll the screen and show information that is hidden. 6. Use e to select a mark, and press E.
Take and folder operations Take and folder operations (Finder) (continued) Copying takes to other cards and folders 4. Press o. 5. Use e to select Copy, Use e to select the copy destination, and press o. Take and folder operations (Finder) and press E. NOTE • See "Take and folder operations" for how to select a folder. (→ P.52) 6. Use e to select the take to copy, and press E. 7. 56 8. Press o. 9. Use e to select "Yes", and press E.
Deleting folders and takes 4. Press o. 5. Use e to select Delete, 8. Use e to select "Yes", and press E. 6. Use e to select the folder/ take to delete, and press E. Press m to cancel deletion. NOTE ou can press p to select/deselect all the folders and Y NOTE • Deleted folders and takes are not immediately erased from the SD card. They are moved to the TRASH folder. • Deleting the folders and takes in the TRASH folder will completely erase their data.
Take and folder operations Take and folder operations (Finder) (continued) Emptying the TRASH/FALSE TAKE folder 4. Use e to select TRASH or FALSE TAKE. Take and folder operations (Finder) TRASH folder 5. Press o. 6. Use e to select Empty, and press E. TRASH folder 58 FALSE TAKE folder FALSE TAKE folder 7. Use e to select "Yes", and press E. NOTE • Emptying the TRASH folder will completely erase the data in it.
The F writes a variety of information (metadata) to files during recording. When these files are read by an application that supports metadata, you should be able to check and use the saved information. The metadata saved in files recorded by the F in WAV format is collected in BEXT (Broadcast Audio Extension) and iXML chunks. For details about the metadata saved in these chunks, see "Metadata contained in BEXT chunks in WAV files" (→ P.152), "Metadata contained in iXML chunks in WAV files" (→ P.153).
Take and folder operations Checking and editing take metadata (Metadata Edit) 60 Checking and editing take metadata (Metadata Edit) 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select FINDER, and press E. ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. Checking and editing notes.............................................................. P.61 Selecting notes from the history list............................................... P.61 Checking and editing scene names................................................. P.
Selecting notes from the history list 5. Use e to select Note, 5. Use e to select Edit, 6. Edit the note. 7. and press E. 6. and press E. and press E. 7. See "Character input screen" ( → P. 1 3 ) f o r h o w t o i n p u t characters. NOTE The contents of this note is written to the metadata. Use e to select Note, Use e to select History, and press E. Use e to select the History item to use, and press E. NOTE The history list will be erased if the Factory Reset function is used.
Take and folder operations Checking and editing take metadata (Metadata Edit) (continued) Checking and editing take metadata (Metadata Edit) Checking and editing scene names Selecting a scene name from the history list 5. Use e to select Scene, 5. Use e to select Edit, 6. Editing scene names 7. and press E. 6. See "Character input screen" ( → P. 1 3 ) f o r h o w t o i n p u t characters. NOTE The scene name is written to the metadata. 62 and press E. and press E. 7.
Checking and editing take names Circling takes 5. Use this function to add an @ mark to the beginning of the name of the best take to make it stand out. This is called a "circled take". Use e to select Take, and press E. Use e to select Circle, and press E. Changing the take number ■ Editing operations Move cursor or change value: Turn e Select parameter to change: 6. Use e to select Circled, and press E. Press E HINT This can be set from 1 to 999.
Take and folder operations Checking and editing take metadata (Metadata Edit) 64 Checking and editing take metadata (Metadata Edit) (continued) Changing folder (tape) names Changing project names 5. Use e to select Folder 5. Edit the folder (tape) name. 6. (Tape) and press E. 6. See "Character input screen" ( → P. 1 3 ) f o r h o w t o i n p u t characters. NOTE • The folder (tape) name is written to the metadata.
Checking and changing track names 5. Use e to select Track Name, and press E. Use e to select the track, and press E. 7. Use e to select Edit, and press E. Editing the track name See "Character input screen" ( → P. 1 3 ) f o r h o w t o i n p u t characters. NOTE The track name is written to the
Take and folder operations Checking and editing take metadata (Metadata Edit) 66 Checking and editing take metadata (Metadata Edit) (continued) Selecting a track name from the history list 5. Use e to select Track Name, and press E. 6. Use e to select the track, and press E. 7. Use e to select History, and press E. 8. Use e to select the History item to use, and press E. NOTE The history list will be erased if the Factory Reset function is used.
A sound report includes information about recording times and takes. Reports can be written as CSV format files (F4_[folder name].CSV). You can edit comments written in sound reports. Press m. 2. Use e to select FINDER, 4. Use e to select Create Sound Report, and press E. and press E. ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. Writing sound reports...................................................................... P.68 3.
Take and folder operations Writing a sound report (Create Sound Report) (continued) Writing a sound report (Create Sound Report) Writing sound reports Editing comments 5. Use e to select Create, 5. Use e to select "Yes", 6. and press E. 6. and press E. and press E. This writes the sound report inside the selected SD card or folder. NOTE • Only information about takes in the folder or SD card is written in the sound report.
Selecting comments from the history list 5. Use e to select Info Edit, and press E. Use e to select Comments, and press E. 7. Use e to select History, and press E. Use e to select the History item to use, and press E. HINT The history list will be erased if the Factory Reset function is used. Writing a sound report (Create Sound Report) 6. 8.
HPF Trim : : RTN R Pan Mixer Fader L Fader Level Limiter Slate Tone Delay MAIN OUT 1/2 Fader Level HEADPHONE OUT Alert Tone : SUB OUT 1/2 Routing : Slate Tone Phase Invert MS Stereo Input Delay : : Input Limiter Input 2 Dual Channel Rec Input 6 OUTPUT Input and output signal flow Input 5 Recording Input 1 Input settings 70 Input and output signal flow
F Multi Track Field Recorder Open the Home Screen. 2. Press o + l (Track 3). NOTE Shortcuts are disabled during playback. 3. Use e to adjust the volume. 4. When finished adjusting, press m. Adjusting the L/R track volume 1. Input settings Adjusting the L/R track volume NOTE • Volume settings affect the results of recording. • If only the L/R track is recorded, the L/R track fader setting for the take will be saved as 0 dB.
Input settings Monitoring the input signals of specified tracks (PFL/SOLO) You can monitor the input signals of specified tracks. You can also make various settings for selected tracks. 1. Press l or i for the tracks that you want to monitor. Monitoring the input signals of specified tracks (PFL/SOLO) 72 The selected track keys will light orange, and the PFL screen will open. "PFL" or "SOLO" appears at the top of the display, and you will be able to monitor the input signal with headphones.
F Multi Track Field Recorder On the PFL screen, you can set the monitoring sound to be either pre-fader listening (PFL) or post-fader solo (SOLO). 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select INPUT, 5. Use e to select the setting, and press E. 3. Use e to select PFL Mode, and press E. 4. Use e to select the track, and press E. HINT Select All to set all the tracks at the same time. Setting value Explanation PFL On the PFL screen, monitor the pre-fader sound.
Input settings Cutting low-frequency noise (HPF) The high pass filter can cut low frequencies to reduce the sound of wind, vocal pops and other noise. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select INPUT, 4. Use e to select the track, and press E. Cutting low-frequency noise (HPF) and press E. HINT Select All to set all the tracks at the same time. 3. Use e to select HPF, and press E. 5. Use e to set the cutoff frequency, and press E. NOTE The HPF also affects dual channel recording data.
F Multi Track Field Recorder The limiter can prevent distortion by controlling input signals that have excessively high levels. Level Attack Release Original time time signal 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select INPUT, Time When the limiter is ON, if the input signal level exceeds the set threshold value, the signal level will be suppressed to prevent the sound from distorting. The attack time is how long after the signal exceeds the threshold until the limiter starts operating.
Input settings Input limiter (continued) ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. Using the limiter............................................................................... P.76 Setting the type................................................................................. P.76 Setting the type 5. Setting the threshold........................................................................ P.77 and press E. Setting the attack time..........................................................
F Multi Track Field Recorder Setting the attack time This sets the base level from which the limiter operates. This sets the amount of time until compression starts after the input signal exceeds the threshold. 5. Use e to select Threshold 6. Use e to adjust the setting, and press m. HINT This can be set from −16 to −2 dBFS. 5. Use e to select Attack Time, and press E. 6. Input limiter and press E. Input settings Setting the threshold Use e to adjust the time, and press m.
Input settings Input limiter (continued) Setting the release time This sets the amount of time until compression stops after the input signal goes below the threshold. Input limiter 5. Use e to select Release Time, and press E. 6. Use e to adjust the time, and press m. HINT This can be set from 1 to 500 ms. 78 NOTE • Limiter operation is linked for tracks that have stereo link or MS stereo link enabled.
F Multi Track Field Recorder The phase of the input signal can be inverted. This is useful when sounds cancel each other out due to mic settings. 1. 4. and press E. Use e to select INPUT, and press E. 3. Use e to select Phase Invert, and press E. Use e to select the track, HINT Select All to set all the tracks at the same time. 5. Use e to select On, and press E. Inverting the input phase (Phase Invert) 2. Press m.
Input settings Changing the phantom power settings (Phantom) The F can provide phantom power. The voltage can be set to +24V or +48V and it can be turned on/off for each input separately. Changing the phantom power settings (Phantom) HINT Phantom power is a function that supplies power to devices that require an external power supply, including some condenser mics. The standard power is +48V, but some devices can operate with lower voltages. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select INPUT, and press E.
F Multi Track Field Recorder 4. Use e to select On/Off, 4. Use e to select the track, 5. and press E. 5. and press E. HINT Select All to set all the tracks at the same time. 6. Use e to select On, and press E. Use e to select Voltage (All), and press E. Use e to select the voltage, and press E. NOTE This setting affects all tracks. HINT When using mics and other equipment that can operate with voltages less than +48V, selecting the lower voltage can reduce the F power consumption.
Input settings Changing the phantom power settings (Phantom) (continued) Disabling phantom power during playback 4. Use e to select Power Saving (All), and press E. Changing the phantom power settings (Phantom) 5. Use e to select On, and press E. Setting value Explanation Off Phantom power is supplied even during playback. On (During playback) Phantom power is not supplied during playback. This can reduce the F power consumption. NOTE This setting affects all tracks.
Make this setting when a mic that is compatible with plug-in power is connected to the mic capsule [MIC/LINE] input jack. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select INPUT, 3. Use e to select Plugin Power, and press E. 4. Use e to select On, and press E. Changing the plugin power setting (Plugin Power) and press E.
Input settings Applying delay to input signals (Input Delay) If there are differences in the timing of input sounds, use this function to correct them when recording. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select INPUT, Use e to adjust the delay time, and press m. Applying delay to input signals (Input Delay) and press E. HINT This can be set from 0 to 30.0 ms. 3. Use e to select Input Delay, and press E. 4. Use e to select the track, and press E. HINT Select All to set all the tracks at the same time.
F Multi Track Field Recorder Signals from a mid-side format stereo mic input through stereo-linked tracks are converted to an ordinary stereo signal. See "Linking inputs as a stereo pair" (→ P.26) for how to use stereo linking. MS stereo format overview 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select INPUT, and press E. 3. Use e to select Stereo Link, and press E. 4. Use e to select the track, and press E.
Input settings Converting mid-side input to stereo (Stereo Link Mode) (continued) 5. Use e to select Mode, and press E. Converting mid-side input to stereo (Stereo Link Mode) 86 NOTE • When MS Stereo Link is selected, odd tracks are handled as mid signals and even tracks as side signals. HINT 6. • Use a for each track to adjust the mid/side balance. Use e to select MS Stereo Link, and press E. Setting value Explanation Stereo Link When stereo-linked, inputs are handled normally.
F Multi Track Field Recorder The input levels of multiple tracks can be linked and adjusted at the same time. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select INPUT, 4. Use e to select a track to link, and press E. Clear all settings 3. Use e to select Trim Link, and press E. Linked Not linked HINT • You can use a for the first track in a link group to adjust HINT You can also open the Trim Link screen from the Home all the input levels within that group at the same time.
Input settings Using Input 5/6 as a return (RTN) input 88 Using Input 5/6 as a return (RTN) input Input 5/6 can be used as a return (RTN) input. By inputting audio output from a camera through the RTN (INPUT 5/6) jack, you can monitor this signal through headphones without recording it. 1. Press i. 2. Use e to select INPUT, and press E. 3. Use e to select RTN (Monitor Only), and press E. NOTE • When Input 5/6 set to RTN, Tracks 5/6 will not be recorded.
F Multi Track Field Recorder You can adjust the side mic level (stereo width) before recording for tracks that use a mid-side mic capsule 1. Press i. 2. Use e to select Side Mic 3. Use e to adjust the side mic level, and press m. HINT This can be set to Off, RAW or in a range from −24 to +6 dB. Adjusting the side mic level of a mid-side mic capsule (Side Mic Level) Level, and press E. NOTE • The more the side mic level is increased, the greater the stereo width becomes.
Output settings Setting signals sent to the output jacks (Routing) You can set the type of signal sent to the headphone output, MAIN OUT and SUB OUT to either prefader or postfader for each track. Setting signals sent to the output jacks (Routing) 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select OUTPUT, Setting signals sent to the headphone output 4. Routing, and press E. and press E. 3. Use e to select Routing, and press E. Use e to select Headphone 5.
F Multi Track Field Recorder HINT HINT Signals from a mid-side stereo mic can be converted to an ordinary stereo signal for monitoring (MS stereo monitoring). Press E to cycle through the options: Prefader → Postfader → Off. 6. To make the headphone output mono, use e to select MONO MIX, and press E. 7. 8. Press m. Setting signals sent to the output jacks (Routing) NOTE • Mid-side stereo monitoring is disabled for stereo-linked tracks that have Stereo Link Mode set to MS Stereo Link.
Output settings Setting signals sent to the output jacks (Routing) (continued) Setting signals sent to the MAIN OUT 4. Use e to select MAIN OUT NOTE • Tracks 1–6 can be set to Prefader or Postfader. • The L/R tracks can only be set to Postfader. • Tracks 1–6 and L/R tracks cannot be selected at the same time. Selecting one type will deselect the other. Routing, and press E. Setting signals sent to the output jacks (Routing) 5.
F Multi Track Field Recorder 4. Use e to select SUB OUT NOTE • Tracks 1–6 can be set to Prefader or Postfader. • The L/R tracks can only be set to Postfader. • Tracks 1–6 and L/R tracks cannot be selected at the same time. Selecting one type will deselect the other. Routing, and press E. Use e to select the track for SUB OUT 1 or SUB OUT 2 routing and press E.
Output settings Disabling outputs (Output On/Off) 94 Disabling outputs (Output On/Off) Disabling unused outputs can reduce power consumption, increasing the length of continuous operation using batteries. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select OUTPUT, 4. Use e to select the output and press E. and press E. HINT Select All to set all the outputs at the same time. 3. Use e to select On/Off, and press E. 5. Use e to select Off, and press E.
The standard output level can be changed. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select OUTPUT, 5. Use e to set the standard output level, and press E. 3. Use e to select Level, and press E. 4. Use e to select the output and press E. Setting value Explanation Normal (−10dBV) This sets the standard level to −10 dBV. Mic (−40dBV) This sets the standard level to −40 dBV. Setting the standard output level (Output Level) and press E.
Output settings Setting the output level The MAIN OUT 1/2 and SUB OUT 1/2 levels can be changed. 1. Open the mixer on the Home 4. and press E. Screen. (→ P.11) Setting the output level 2. Press u. 3. Use e to select Fader, and press E. Use e to select the output, HINT Select All to set all the outputs at the same time. 5. Use e to adjust the output level, and press E. HINT This can be set to Mute or from −48.0 to +12.0 dB.
By delaying output, you can correct timing differences for audio input into another device. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select OUTPUT, 4. Use e to select the output, and press E. HINT Select All to set all the outputs at the same time. 3. Use e to select Output Delay, and press E. 5. Use e to adjust the delay in frames, and press m. HINT This can be set from 0.0 to 10.0 frames. Applying delay to the output (Output Delay) and press E.
Output settings Output Limiter Using a limiter on the output can protect devices connected to the output jacks. HINT For details about the limiter, see "Input limiter". (→ P.75) 1. Output Limiter 2. ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. Using the limiter............................................................................... P.98 Setting the type................................................................................. P.99 Press m. Setting the threshold.........................
F Multi Track Field Recorder Setting the threshold 5. This sets the base level from which the limiter operates. Use e to select Type, and press E. Use e to select the type, and press E. Setting value Explanation Hard Knee Only peaks that exceed the threshold are attenuated. There is no effect below the threshold. Soft Knee The limiter gradually affects the signal about 6 dB below the threshold for a gentler effect. Use e to select Threshold, and press E. 6.
Output settings Output Limiter (continued) Setting the attack time Setting the release time This sets the amount of time until compression starts after the input signal exceeds the threshold. This sets the amount of time until compression stops after the input signal goes below the threshold. 5. Use e to select Attack 5. Use e to adjust the time, 6. Time, and press E. Output Limiter 6. and press m. HINT This can be set from 1 to 4 ms. 100 Use e to select Release Time, and press E.
F Multi Track Field Recorder The limiter can be linked or applied independently to MAIN OUT 1 and 2, as well as to SUB OUT 1 and 2. 5. Use e to select Link, Output settings Linking the limiter and press E. Use e to select On, Output Limiter 6. and press E. Setting value Explanation Off Separate limiter operation. On Link limiter operation. If the signal for either linked signal reaches the threshold, the limiter will operate on both channels.
Output settings Outputting alerts through headphones (Alert Tone Level) The volume can be adjusted for alerts output from headphones when, for example, recording starts and stops. 1. 2. Press m. Use e to select OUTPUT, Outputting alerts through headphones (Alert Tone Level) and press E. 3. Use e to select HP Alert Tone Lvl, and press E. 4. Use e to adjust the volume, and press m. HINT • This can be set to Off or between −48 and −12 dBFs. • When set to Off, no alerts will be output.
F Multi Track Field Recorder The F can input and output SMPTE timecode. Timecode is time information written to data when recording video and audio. It is used for video editing, control of other devices, and synchronization of audio and video, for example. TIMECODE Timecode overview Using timecode for editing Timecode 00:10:00:00 HINT The F uses a high-precision oscillator that enables the generation of accurate timecode with a discrepancy of less than 0.5 frames per 24 hours.
TIMECODE Timecode overview (continued) Timecode overview Connection examples Inputting timecode According to application, connections like the following are possible. Synchronizing with a video camera Timecode is transmitted from a timecode generator. Both the F and the video camera receive timecode and record it with their audio and video data. The input timecode can also be used to synchronize the audio clock of the F. The F records with a mic input and transmits timecode.
F Multi Track Field Recorder Various settings related to timecode can be set. These include whether it is sent or received and whether or not it is free running. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select TIMECODE Setting the mode 4. Use e to select Mode, and press E. 5. Use e to select the mode, and press E. Making timecode settings 3. Use e to select Mode, and press E. (TC), and press E. TIMECODE Making timecode settings ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. Setting the mode.................
TIMECODE Making timecode settings 106 Making timecode settings (continued) Setting value Explanation Setting value Explanation Off No timecode will be written to the recording file. Timecode will not be output from the TIMECODE OUT jack. Ext Auto Rec Int Free Run Internal timecode will be generated regardless of the recording mode. The internal timecode can be set manually using the following menu items.
F Multi Track Field Recorder Synchronizing audio clock with external timecode You can set whether or not timecode is output from the TIMECODE OUT jack when recording is stopped. The audio clock of the F can be synchronized to the timecode input through the TIMECODE IN jack. 4. 4. Use e to select Int Auto 5. Clock Sync, and press E. 5. Use e to select On, and press E. NOTE • Timecode will continue to be output when recording/playback is paused.
TIMECODE Making timecode settings (continued) Automatically enabling internal timecode when no external timecode is input You can enable the automatic generation of internal timecode to preserve continuity when there is no external timecode. 4. Use e to select Ext Contin- Making timecode settings uous, and press E. 5. Use e to select On, and press E. NOTE • This cannot be set when Mode is set to Off, Int Free Run, Int Record Run or Int RTC Run.
Select the frame rate of the internal timecode. Select the setting most suitable for the video being synchronized and the application. Setting value Explanation 23.976ND 1. Press m. This is the most common frame rate used with HD cameras and other high-definition video recording. The count is slower than the actual time by 0.1%. 24ND 2. This is the standard frame rate used for recording film. This is also used with HD cameras. Use e to select TIMECODE 25ND This is the frame rate for PAL video.
TIMECODE Jamming internal timecode (Jam) 110 Jamming internal timecode (Jam) Timecode input through the TIMECODE IN jack is used to set internal timecode 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select TIMECODE (TC), and press E. 3. Use e to select Jam, and press E. 4. Use e to select "Yes", and press E.
F Multi Track Field Recorder You can freely change the internal timecode setting value and restart from that value. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select TIMECODE 3. Use e to select Restart, and press E. 4. Change the restart value. ■ Editing operations Move cursor or change value: Turn e When done changing the setting, use e to select Restart, and press E. Restarting internal timecode with a specified value (Restart) (TC), and press E. 5.
TIMECODE Setting the automatic timecode recording delay (Auto Rec Delay) 112 Setting the automatic timecode recording delay (Auto Rec Delay) If set to record automatically when external timecode is received, unnecessary recording could occur if timecode is received for a brief amount time. In order to prevent this, you can set the amount of time until recording starts after timecode is received. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select TIMECODE (TC), and press E. 3.
User bits are data that you can set to be included in the timecode. Up to 8 numbers (0–9) and letters (A–F) can be included. Recording date information, for example, can be useful when editing later. 1. 5. Use e to select Mode, and press E. Use e to select TIMECODE (TC), and press E. 6. 3. and press E. Use e to select Ubits, and press E. Use e to select the mode, Setting value Explanation uu uu uu uu You can set these values as you like on the Edit screen.
TIMECODE Setting the user bits for internal timecode (Ubits) (continued) Setting the user bits (Ubits) 4. Use e to select Edit, Setting the user bits for internal timecode (Ubits) and press E. 5. Change the value. ■ Editing operations Move cursor or change value: Turn e Select parameter to change: Press E HINT This can be set using numbers from 0 to 9 and letters from A to F. 114 6. When done changing the setting, use e to select Enter, and press E.
F Multi Track Field Recorder When the F is turned off, the internal timecode stops, so the timecode is automatically initialized (jammed) during startup. You can set the value that is used for jamming at that time. 1. Restart Time Use e to select TIMECODE (TC), and press E. 3. Use e to select Start TC, and press E. 4. Setting value Explanation Use e to set how timecode is initialized, and press E. RTC When the F starts, the value set by Restart (→ P.111) is used to jam the internal timecode.
Slate tones Using slate tones (Slate Tone) The F can add tones while recording. These are called slate tones. By adding a slate tone when the recording starts, aligning it to a video file during editing will be easier. The F also has the ability to output slate tones. This function can be used to match the levels of connected equipment. Using slate tones (Slate Tone) 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select SLATE Setting the volume 3. and press E. TONE, and press E.
F Multi Track Field Recorder 3. 4. Use e to select the tracks/outputs for slate tone signal routing, and press E. Use e to select Frequency, Select postfader Off Clear all settings Use e to adjust the frequency, and press m. Set all to postfader NOTE Routing to tracks 1–6 is not possible when operating as an audio interface (Stereo Mix). HINT This can be set from 100 to 10,000 Hz. Setting the routing Set the destination for the slate tone signal. 3.
Slate tones Using slate tones (Slate Tone) (continued) Recording 3. Press c to start recording. 4. Press t. Using slate tones (Slate Tone) NOTE • When the slate tone is sounding, other signals input to tracks that it is routed to are muted. • The slate signal is output from the headphone L/R channels regardless of routing settings. • The MAIN OUT 1/2 and SUB OUT 1/2 faders do not affect the level of the slate tone. • The SLATE TONE indicator lights when the slate tone is sounding.
By connecting with a computer, you can check and copy data on the cards. Connecting with a computer Press m. 2. Use e to select USB, and press E. HINT When the F is connected to a computer, the SD cards loaded in slots 1 and 2 are recognized as separate SD cards. Disconnecting 3. Use e to select SD Card Reader, and press E. 4. 1. Windows: Select F from "Safely Remove Hardware". Mac OS: Drag and drop the F icon into the Trash.
Using USB functions Using as an audio interface (Audio Interface) F input signals can be input directly to a computer or iOS device, and playback signals on a computer or iOS device can be output from the F. Connecting with a computer or iOS device Using as an audio interface (Audio Interface) 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select USB, Explanation Stereo Mix (PC/Mac) This is a 2-in/2-out connection mode for Mac/Windows and sends tracks 1–6 as a stereo mix.
Disconnecting Press m. 2. Use e to select EXIT, and press E. 3. Use e to select "Yes", and press E. 4. Using as an audio interface (Audio Interface) 1. Using USB functions F Multi Track Field Recorder Disconnect the cable from the computer or iOS device and the F.
Stereo Mix Slate Tone Loop Back Fader Mixer Pan Fader Input Delay MS Stereo Phase Invert RTN Level Routing Fader Limiter Slate Tone Delay MAIN OUT 1/2 : Alert Tone Level HEADPHONE OUT Ch2 Input Limiter HPF Trim Ch1 L Input 2 SUB OUT 1/2 : PC R Input 5 OUTPUT Audio interface block diagrams Input 6 : : : : PC Input 1 Using USB functions 122 Audio interface block diagrams
Multi Track Input 1 R Fader Pan Mixer Fader L OUTPUT Audio interface block diagrams Slate Tone Input Delay MS Stereo Level Delay Slate Tone Limiter Fader Routing Alert Tone Level HEADPHONE OUT Ch4 : Ch1 : MAIN OUT 1/2 : SUB OUT 1/2 : PC Phase Invert Input 2 Input Limiter RTN Input 5 HPF Trim Input 6 : : : : PC Using USB functions F Multi Track Field Recorder 123
Using USB functions Audio interface settings The following settings can be made when using the F as an audio interface. See the relevant pages for details about operation. Setting loop back (Stereo Mix only) Audio interface settings This function allows the playback sound from the computer or iOS device and the F inputs to be mixed and sent back to the computer or iOS device (loop back).
By connecting the R to the F, you can use it to adjust trim, fader and pan settings, for example. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select USB, Connecting 4. Use e to select FRC-8, 5. and press E. and press E. ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. Connecting........................................................................................ P.125 Use e to select "Yes", 6. Use a USB cable to connect the F and the R. Disconnecting..............................................................
Using an R Setting the R connected keyboard type (Keyboard type) 126 Setting the R connected keyboard type (Keyboard type) A computer keyboard can be connected to the R and used to input characters. Set the type of computer keyboard connected to use it. 1. 2. Press m. Use e to select FRC-8, and press E. 4. Use e to select the type, and press E. Use e to select USB, and press E. 3. 5. Use e to select Keyboard Type, and press E.
You can assign functions to the R user keys. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select USB, 5. which to assign a function, and press E. Use e to select FRC-8, 6. tion to assign, and press E. and press E. 4. Use e to select User Key, and press E. Use e to select the func- Function Explanation None No function is assigned. Tone Generate and stops slate tones. Mark Add marks to WAV format takes during recording and playback. Set Trim Link Open the MENU > INPUT > Trim Link screen.
Using an R Setting the power supply used by the R (Power Source) 128 Setting the power supply used by the R (Power Source) Set the DC power supply shutdown voltage, nominal voltage and type of batteries so that the remaining power supply charge can be shown accurately. On this menu page, you can check the voltage of each power supply and the remaining battery capacity. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select USB, and press E. 3. Use e to select FRC-8, and press E. 4.
Powering the R with USB bus power (USB Bus Power) The F can supply USB bus power to the R. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select USB, 4. Use e to select USB Bus Power, and press E. 5. 3. Use e to select FRC-8, Use e to select Supply to FRC-8, and press E. and press E. NOTE When the F is supplying bus power, do not connect any device other than an R to the USB port. Doing so could damage the F and the connected device. Powering the R with USB bus power (USB Bus Power) and press E.
Using an R Setting the R LED brightness (LED Brightness) 130 Setting the R LED brightness (LED Brightness) You can adjust the brightness of the LEDs on the R. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select USB, 4. Use e to select LED Brightness, and press E. and press E. 5. 3. Use e to select FRC-8, and press E. Use e to adjust the brightness, and press m.
Updating the R firmware You can check the R firmware version and update it to the latest version. An update file for the latest version can be downloaded from the ZOOM website (www.zoom.co.jp). 1. Connect the F and the R, referring 5. Use e to select USB, and press E. to "Using an R as a controller (Connect)" NOTE Updating the firmware is not possible if the remaining battery or DC power supply charge is low. In this case, replace the batteries with new ones or use a charged DC power supply. 2.
Using an R Updating the R firmware (continued) Checking the firmware version Updating the firmware 7. 7. Use e to select Firmware Updating the R firmware Version, and press E. Use e to select Update Firmware, and press E. 8. Use e to select "Yes", and press E. NOTE Do not turn the power off, remove an SD card or disconnect the USB cable during a firmware update. Doing so could cause the R to become unstartable. 9. After the firmware update completes, turn the R power off.
You can set how the level meters appear on the display. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select SYSTEM, 3. Use e to select Level Meter, and press E. ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. Setting the type................................................................................. P.133 You can set whether the level meters use VU or Peak style. 4. Use e to select Type, and press E. 5. Use e to select the type, and press E. Setting the level meter display (Level Meter) and press E.
Various settings Setting the level meter display (Level Meter) (continued) Setting value Setting the peak hold time Explanation 4. Peak Only Time, and press E. Scale: dBFS Setting the level meter display (Level Meter) Peak value shown Peak value held for set time The actual peak level of the signal (dBFS) is shown. VU + Peak Scale: VU (0 VU = −20 dBFS) VU value shown Peak value held for set time Both VU and peak level are shown simultaneously.
F Multi Track Field Recorder Various settings Setting the track level meters shown on the Home Screen You can change which tracks are shown on the Home Screen. 4. Use e to select Level Meter View, and press E. 5. Use e to select View 1–4, and press E. 6. Use e to select the tracks to show, and press E. 7. Press m. Setting the level meter display (Level Meter) HINT • Multiple tracks can be shown. Not showing any tracks is also possible.
Various settings Making display settings (LCD) You can make settings related to the display. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select SYSTEM, Making display settings (LCD) and press E. 3. Use e to select LCD, and press E. ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. Changing the display backlight setting........................................... P.136 Adjusting the display contrast......................................................... P.137 Changing the Home Screen timecode display....................
F Multi Track Field Recorder Changing the Home Screen timecode display 4. You can change the size of the timecode shown on the Home Screen. Use e to select Contrast, 4. Use e to select Home TC Size, and press E. 5. Use e to adjust the contrast, and press m. 5. Use e to select the size, and press E. Making display settings (LCD) and press E. Various settings Adjusting the display contrast HINT This can be set from 1 to 10.
Various settings Setting the LED brightness (LED Brightness) 138 Setting the LED brightness (LED Brightness) You can adjust the brightness of the LEDs on the front of the F. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select SYSTEM, 4. Use e to adjust the brightness, and press m. and press E. HINT This can be set from 5 to 100. 3. Use e to select LED Brightness, and press E.
F Multi Track Field Recorder You can set how marks are added when p is pressed while recording or playing back a WAV format file. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select SYSTEM, Setting how marks are added when recording 4. Use e to select PLAY Key Option, and press E. ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. 5. Use e to select how marks are added, and press E. Setting value Explanation Pause Only Pressing p will pause without adding a mark. Setting how marks are added when recording...........
Various settings Setting how marks are added manually (PLAY Key Option) 140 Setting how marks are added manually (PLAY Key Option) Setting how marks are added when playing 4. Use e to select Playing, and press E. 5. Use e to select how marks are added, and press E. Setting value Explanation Pause Only Pressing p will pause without adding a mark. Pause & Mark Mark Only Pressing p will pause and add a mark. Pressing p will add a mark without pausing.
Other functions Checking SD card information (Information) F Multi Track Field Recorder You can check the size and open space of SD cards. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select SD CARD, 3. Use e to select Information, and press E. Volume label Open space Size Remaining recordable time Checking SD card information (Information) and press E.
Other functions Testing SD card performance (Performance Test) You can test whether an SD card can be used with the F. A basic test can be done quickly, while a full test examines the entire SD card. Conducting a quick test Testing SD card performance (Performance Test) 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select SD CARD, 5. Use e to select Quick Test, and press E. and press E. 6. 3. and press E. Use e to select Perfor- The card performance test will start. The tests should take about 30 seconds.
F Multi Track Field Recorder 5. Use e to select Full Test, The amount of time required for the full test will be shown. 6. Use e to select "Yes", and press E. 7. The test completes. The result of the evaluation will be shown. If the access rate MAX reaches 100%, the card will fail (NG). Press m to cancel the test. NOTE • You can press p to pause and resume the test. • Even if a performance test result is "OK", there is no guarantee that writing errors will not occur.
Other functions Formatting SD cards (Format) Format SD cards for use with the F. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select SD CARD, Use e to select "Yes", and press E. Formatting SD cards (Format) and press E. 3. Use e to select Format, and press E. 4. Use e to select the card to format, and press E. 144 5. NOTE • Before using SD cards that have just been purchased or that have been formatted on a computer, they must be formatted by the F.
The F has a shortcut feature that allows quick access to various functions. See the "List of shortcuts" (→ P.156) to check the shortcut functions. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select SYSTEM, Use e to select Shortcut List, and press E. Use e to scroll the screen and show information that is hidden. Checking the F shortcut list (Shortcut List) and press E. 3.
Other functions Restoring default setting values (Factory Reset) 146 Restoring default setting values (Factory Reset) You can restore the factory default settings. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select SYSTEM, and press E. 3. Use e to select Factory Reset, and press E. 4. Use e to select "Yes", and press E. The settings will be reset and the power will automatically turn off.
You can check the firmware version. 1. Press m. 2. Use e to select SYSTEM, 3. Use e to select Firmware Version, and press E. Checking the firmware version (Firmware Version) and press E.
Other functions Updating the firmware The F firmware can be updated to the latest version. An update file for the latest version can be downloaded from the ZOOM website (www.zoom.co.jp). 1. Install new batteries in the F or connect a 4. and press E. charged DC power supply to the DC IN connector. Updating the firmware NOTE Updating the firmware is not possible if the remaining battery or DC power supply charge is low. In this case, replace the batteries with new ones or use a charged DC power supply.
F Multi Track Field Recorder Troubleshooting Recording/playback trouble ◆ There is no sound or output is very quiet ◆ Sound from connected equipment or inputs cannot be heard or is very quiet · If you are using a mic capsule, confirm that it is oriented correctly. · Check the input level settings. (→ P.27) · If a CD player or other device is connected to an input jack, raise the output level of that device. · Check the input signal monitoring settings. (→ P.
Detailed product diagrams RECORDER Input 1-6 Track 1 Input SW Input 1 A/D HPF Limiter φ Limiter φ Trim Input 2 A/D HPF MS Stereo Appendix Slate Tone I NPUT Track 2 Delay Track 3 Track 4 Track 5 Delay Track 6 Trim Track L/R A/D Limiter HPF φ Input 4 A/D Dual Channel Rec A/D RTN (Input 5/6) Limiter HPF φ Delay RTN HPF Limiter φ HPF Limiter φ RTN時 無効 Track R OUTPUT MAIN 1/2 Level Meter MAIN 1/2 Fader Delay Limiter M1 Limiter M2 Delay D/A MAIN OUT 1 Delay D/
F Multi Track Field Recorder Prefader MAIN OUT Routing : SUB OUT Routing Prefader Track 1 Track 1 : : Track 6 : Track 2 : Track 6 Headphone Routing MS Stereo Track 1 Prefader Appendix Routing : Track 6 Postfader Postfader Track 1 Track 1 : : : Track 6 Detailed product diagrams Postfader Track 1 : : Track 6 L/R : L Track 6 R RTN L/R L/R RTN L RTN R L L R R MAIN OUT MAIN OUT 1 MAIN OUT 2 RTN RTN RTN L RTN L RTN R RTN R SUB OUT SUB OUT 1 SUB OUT 2 MAIN 1
Metadata list Appendix Metadata contained in BEXT chunks in WAV files SPEED= TAKE= UBITS= Tag SCENE= Scene name CIRCLED= TR1= TR2= TR3= TR4= TR5= TR6= TRL= TRR= Name of recording destination folder Circled take Track 1 name Track 2 name Track 3 name Track 4 name Track 5 name Track 6 name Left track name Right track name NOTE= Take note TAPE= Metadata list 152 Explanation Frame rate Take number User bits MENU > TIMECODE (TC) > FPS Remarks MENU > TIMECODE (TC) > Ubits MENU > METADATA (Next Take)
F Multi Track Field Recorder iXML master tag iXML sub tag Written Read ○ ○ ○ × ○ × ○ ○ ○ × × × ○ ○ ○ × × × × × × × × × ○ ○ MENU > FINDER (recording destination folder name) MENU > FINDER > TAKE MENU > Metadata Edit > Folder (Tape) MENU > FINDER > TAKE MENU > Metadata Edit > Circle Metadata list Remarks MENU > FINDER (folder name at top SD card level) MENU > FINDER
Metadata list (continued) Appendix Metadata list iXML master tag iXML master tag iXML sub tag
F Multi Track Field Recorder iXML sub tag Written ○ ○ × × × ○ Remarks Read Remarks × × × × × × Written ○ ○ ○ ○ × Read Metadata list iXML master tag
List of shortcuts Appendix List of shortcuts 156 Home Screen Menu Screen Shortcut Explanation Shortcut Press and hold s Show the name and track used for the next take recorded. Example: Scene1_002 Press and hold m Cancel the setting and return to the Home Screen. s+f Advance the scene number by 1 (when the Home Screen is open). Press and hold r Move the previously recorded take to the FALSE TAKE folder (when the Home Screen is open). o+1 Open MENU > TIMECODE (TC) > Jam screen.
F Multi Track Field Recorder Specifications Dual SD card slots support 16MB–2GB SD cards, 4GB–32GB SDHC cards, 64GB–512GB SDXC cards INPUT 1–4 Connector XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR: 2 hot, TRS: TIP hot) XLR inputs (MIC) Input gain +10 to +75 dB Input impedance 3 kΩ or more Maximum input level TRS inputs (LINE) −10 to +55 dB Input impedance 22 kΩ or more Inputs +24 dBu (at 0 dBFS, limiter ON) Equivalent input noise Frequency characteristics A/D dynamic range −127 dBu or less (A-weighted, +75dB
Specifications (continued) Appendix When WAV selected Recording formats Supported formats: 44.1/47.952/48/48.048/88.2/96/192kHz, 16/24-bit, mono/stereo//2-8ch poly, BWF and iXML Maximum simultaneous recording tracks 8 (6 Inputs + LR MIX recording at 192kHz sampling rate) When MP3 selected Specifications Supported formats: 128/192/320kbps, 44.
F Multi Track Field Recorder 192kHz/24-bit 4ch recording to SD1/SD2 (MAIN/SUB OUT ON, TIME CODE set to Int Free Run, LED Brightness 60, 32Ω load headphones, PHANTOM set to 48V) Alkaline batteries 2 hours or more NiMH (2450mAh) 3.5 hours or more Lithium batteries 6 hours or more Display 128×64 LCD with backlight USB Mass storage operation Class: Appendix Continuous recording time USB 2.0 High Speed Class: USB 2.0 High Speed Specifications: 44.
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