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Special features of H4n Special features of H4n Thank you very much for purchasing our ZOOM H4n Handy Recorder (hereinafter abbreviated to H4n). The H4n has the following special features. • An all-in-one handy recorder. You can enjoy recording and creating your own music any time, anywhere with the H4n.
Vocal recording Recording acoustic guitar sound Piano recitals Live performance recording The band practices Transfer analogue sound sources to digital sources Recording the meetings Any field sound recording Drum practice recording The H4n is ideal for the following scenarios The H4n is ideal for the following scenarios 002
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS In this manual, the warning and caution symbols are used to highlight dangerous accidents and troubles for users to read so that accidents can be prevented. The meanings of these symbols are as follows: If the users ignore this symbol and handle the device the wrong way, serious injury or death could result. If the users ignore this symbol and handle the device the wrong way, bodily injury and damage to the equipment could result.
Copyright warnings Copyright warnings Recording of live performances Many artists and most live venues do not allow recording and photography and will check for cameras and recorders at the entrance. Even if recording is allowed, it is prohibited to sell, distribute, or upload to the Internet without the organizer’s authorization. Copyright violation is a crime.
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Recording flow using the H4n 1-1 Recording flow using the H4n The following is the basic flow of recording operation for the H4n. Depending on the application of the recording, you can select which recording mode and audio quality setting is right for the situation. Set-up Connecting to other audio devices Switch on Select the Mode P.019 1) The H4n has built-in microphones as well as 2 input jacks with phantom power for use with any external microphone.
Recording on STEREO mode/ STAMINA mode………P.049 Recording on 4CH mode ……………P.053 Playback and confirm 5) The H4n has very convenient ways to swiftly review/playback a recording as well as marking /finding specific sections and repeating sections of the recording: Recording on MTR mode ……………P.055 RE-RECORDING (Recording again from scratch) Edit·Output 6) In MTR mode the punch-in/ punch-out function enables you to re-record only the section you want to correct.
Easy recording guide [STEREO MODE] 1-2 Easy recording guide [STEREO MODE] The following is basic recording instructions using the built-in stereo microphones and built-in speaker in STEREO MODE. 1 2 3 Confirm STEREO MODE Power switch ON [POWER] switch on. RECORD READY OR STANDBY CONDITION STEREO mode indicator light on Input from the built-in microphones Press.
5 START RECORDING 6 STOP RECORDING DECREASE INCREASE − + Press. Press. light on Counter turns Now recording mark Adjust the input sound rec level 7 PLAYBACK [PLAYBACK] or Easy recording guide [STEREO MODE] 4 ADJUST INPUT LEVEL Press. [STOP] Press.
Name and function of each part 2-1 Name and function of each part [FRONT PANEL] [BACK PANEL] 90 / 120° Variable XY Stereo microphones (Built-in) STEREO/4CH/MTR mode indicator Backlight Equipped Display • Short cut buttons on STEREO/4CH mode [1] [2] [3] *STEREO mode [4] *STEREO/4CH mode • On MTR mode Buttons for TRACK [1], [2], [3], [4] INPUT: Buttons for [MIC] [1], [2] Transport Control Buttons [REC] Button 013 Input jacks for external stereo microph
[LEFT PANEL] Name and function of each part [RIGHT PANEL] [BOTTOM PANEL] DC5V AC ADAPTER jack [DIAL] Optional remote-control jack [MENU] button [LINE/PHONE] output jack REC LEVEL [ + / − ] VOLUME [ + / − ] USB port Installed hole for a strap XLR/STANDARD PHONE INPUT [1] jack XLR/STANDARD PHONE INPUT [2] jack SD card slot POWER switch HOLD switch 014
Included Accessories 2-2 Included Accessories The following accessories are included in the H4n package. Inspect the package contents to be sure all accessories are included.
Installation of the attachments and options •How to use the windshield When recording outside in the field, covering the builtin microphones with this windshield, you can reduce wind noise. Remote control (Option, sold separately) •How to mount to a microphone stand Microphone stand adapter(Accessory) Use a microphone adapter (optional attachment) to install the H4n unit and the stand can grip the adapter firmly. Microphone stand [FRONT PANEL] [SIDE PANEL] Operation of remote control 〉〉〉〉 P.
Battery/Power setting 3 Battery/Power setting Power for H4n recorder is supplied by the included AC adapter or batteries. • AC power operation • Battery installation An AC adapter is included. Install two size AA batteries (IEC R6) 1 Open the battery compartment cover. NOTE: Make sure the power is off! Whenever you open the battery compartment cover or plug in/unplug the AC adapter, make sure the power is off, otherwise the recording data can be destroyed.
Alkaline battery Battery/Power outlet setting • Battery’s approximate lifetime NOTE: in general use about 6 hours in stamina mode use about 11 hours Usable batteries You can use conventional alkaline and nickel metal hydride batteries. Power supply from USB * Approximate lifetime when it is used for continuous recording on WAV 44.1 kHz/16bit format.
Power On and Off, How to use power and hold switch 4-1 Power On and Off, How to use power and hold switch POWER ON / BOOTING UP [LEFT PANEL] 1 [Preparation] Make sure all equipment is turned off. 2 Insert SD card. 3 [Power On _ Boot up] Slide the power switch. POWER switch HOLD switch NOTE • Before switching the power on, lower the volume of instruments and monitors connected to the H4n. • If the display reads "No Card" when booting up, make sure that the SD card is inserted correctly.
Power On and Off, How to use power and hold switch POWER OFF / SHUT DOWN HOLD Function 1 [Preparation] Turn off monitors first then instruments The H4n features a HOLD function to make any button operation inactive, preventing errors during recording. 2 [Power Off _ Shut down] Slide the power switch. To engage the hold function, slide switch to hold position.
How to use the [REC] and transport control buttons 4-2 How to use the [REC] and transport control buttons Buttons like [REC], [STOP], [PLAY/PAUSE], [FF], [REW] each have different functions depending on the H4n’s operation MODE.
How to use the track [1], [2], [3] and [4] buttons 4-3 How to use the track [1], [2], [3] and [4] buttons The buttons of TRACK [1] – [4] have different functions depending on the MODE. [Front Panel] MTR MODE Switch from ‘RECORDING’ to ‘PLAYBACK’ of the tracks, or the other way around STEREO/4CH/STAMINA MODE Move to the menu Move to the menu When you start recording, press the track number you want to record and the track becomes ‘Recording Standby’ status.
How to use the input [MIC], [1] and [2] buttons 4-4 How to use the input [MIC], [1] and [2] buttons These buttons have different functions depending on the various modes. [FRONT PANEL] STEREO/STAMINA MODE Select INPUT [MIC] or INPUT [1] [2] and the corresponding button lights up. Whether you select the INPUT [1] or INPUT [2] button, they will both respond the same Both buttons light up after the selection.
These keys allow you to adjust the levels of recording input and output volume. (All the modes are the same) [LEFT PANEL] [RIGHT PANEL] ‘REC LEVEL’ IN ANY MODE REC LEVEL The recording levels coming from the INPUT [1] & [2] can be adjusted from 1 to 100 with the (+/−) key. Press the ‘REC LEVEL’ = Adjusting Target setting: Press INPUT [MIC], [1] and [2] buttons and select the input source which you want to adjust the recording level.
How to use [DIAL] and [MENU] buttons 4-6 How to use [DIAL] and [MENU] buttons [DIAL] and [MENU] buttons are used for various settings while recording and during playback. Here are some basic explanations about each operation. The basic operation for [DIAL] [RIGHT PANEL] Rotate the [DIAL] = select an item [DIAL] Rotate the [DIAL], and the cursor on the display will move along the [DIAL] Select Press in the [DIAL] = confirm the selection Press Press down [DIAL], your selection is confirmed.
How to use [DIAL] and [MENU] buttons The operation when [ ] cursor is on display (Date·Time Setting, Changing File Name Directory, etc) When you rotate the [DIAL], [ ] moves accordingly. Pressing [DIAL] in, change the numbers and letters. [ ] move accordingly. The item letters or numbers are reversed →Rotate [DIAL] to change the numbers and letters→Press [DIAL] down to confirm your selection. [DIAL] operation on the top screen Moving [DIAL] on the top screen, 'cursor' moves.
Insert a SD card 5-1 Insert a SD card The SD card is required to record. Make sure to turn off power before inserting or removing the SD card. [How to install the SD card] [How to remove the SD card] 1 2 1 2 Make sure power is off. Insert the SD card into the slot. Make sure power is off. Push the SD card in to remove it from the slot. SD card capacity time to record (approx.) 4GB SDHC card Recording time WAV 44.1 kHz/16 bits (measured in terms of stereo track) approx. 380 minutes MP3 44.
Set date and time 5-2 Set date and time Each file will automatically record the date/time. To facilitate searching for files by date, be sure to set the date/time after every battery change. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 4 Set YEAR➝MONTH➝DAY➝TIME (Time: Minute: Second) Select the item on : You can select the item while moving [ ] of the [DIAL]. 3 Select and press. Press the [DIAL] in * The selected item values are highlighted.
Setting up: How to connect external audio devices 6-1 Setting up: How to connect external audio devices The H4n offers versatile connectivity with options for any recording application.
These are special features of the H4n’s built-in microphones. High quality microphones in an XY pattern ensure a natural stereo image when recording sounds. Stereo recording is often done by placing two microphones in a V shape. Pointing microphones outward will result in stereo separation, however the recording will lack defintion around the center position, resulting in a poor stereo image. The H4n utilizes an X Y stereo mic configuration.
Setting up: Built-in microphones /outside microphones with plug-in power 6-3 Setting up: Built-in microphones /outside microphone with plug-in power The input jack for the external microphone is suitable for microphones that require power. [How to make setting of power] Close microphone recording External microphone recording Please put H4n 30 - 50 cm away from the sound source. When you use the external microphone, be sure to select the correct setting.
Using INPUT [1] and INPUT [2] you can connect to a guitar, a bass, a keyboard, etc. [How to make setting of power] Connecting to instruments For a guitar or a bass, you can directly plug into either INPUT [1] or INPUT [2]. For a keyboard with stereo output, you can plug into both the INPUT [1] and the INPUT [2]. INPUT[1] Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. INPUT[2] 1 Press. 2 Select and press.
Setting up: USB connection, H4n used as an Audio Interface 6-5 Setting up: USB connection, H4n used as an Audio Interface The H4n can be used as a two-in/two-out USB interface at 44.1kHz or 48kHz. From power ON Connect H4n to computer with USB cable. 1 Connect H4n to computer with USB cable. 5 Select and press. 6 Select a sampling rate and press. 7 Select and press. displayed input or output level From power OFF USB 2 Press on the top screen. 3 Select and press.
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Setting up: USB connection, H4n used as a SD card reader 6-6 Setting up: USB connection, H4n used as a SD card reader When you use the H4n as a SD card reader, make the following settings. From power ON USB From power OFF 1 After it’s powered ‘ON’, connect the H4n to the computer with the USB cable. 2 Press on the top screen. 3 Select and press. • Before physically unplugging USB cable (and H4n) from computer, be sure to perform the “safely remove hardware” function on the computer first.
Setting up: Built-in speaker 6-7 Setting up: Built-in speaker The H4n is equipped with a built-in mono speaker. H4n built-in speaker This is a mono speaker for playback. Without connecting headphones to [LINE/PHONE] jack, you can easily playback the recorded data and listen. NOTE: HINT: There is no output when [LINE/ PHONE] jack is plugged in. When setting is the , there is no output of the input signals. The built-in speaker cannot be used when recording in standby on MTR mode.
About H4n modes 7-1 About H4n modes There are four operational modes in H4n: STEREO/STAMINA, 4 CH (CHANNEL), MTR (MULTI TRACK) mode. You can choose the mode according to your need. • STEREO mode • STAMINA mode • 4CH mode • MTR mode You can easily create a stereo recording via the built-in microphones or an external microphone. The STEREO mode is convenient to record a band’s live performance, acoustic instrument, voice, lecture, or a subtle soundscape.
Selecting a 7-2 Selecting a Be sure to select the appropriate mode for your application. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. HINT: Confirmation of the mode • The current mode is indicated on the front panel by Mode Indicator LEDs. • The H4n will power up in the same mode it was in when turned off. • When booting up for the first time, the default mode is ‘STEREO’. 1 Press. 2 Select and press.
Details about modes 7-3 Details about modes Input and output levels as well as saving and formatting data are different in each mode. STEREO mode 4CH mode MTR mode In 4CH MODE the H4n records two stereo WAV files: one stereo WAV file for the built-in microphones and one stereo WAV file for the inputs. These files are saved in one of the ten fixed folders. You can record tracks in MONO or STEREO from INPUT [1], INPUT [2] or the internal microphones.
screens: STEREO and STAMINA modes 8-1 screens: STEREO and STAMINA modes • Explanation of the top screen Display of recorder’s condition STOP ● Recording Standby blink Counter REMAINING BATTERY LIFETIME during battery running Recording lapse and playback lapse: REC Display: 00(time):00(minute):00(second):000(1/1000second) [REC] button lights on [REC] button blinks ▲ PLAY PAUSE FILE NAMES blink FILE NAMES during selecting, recording and playback work.
• Explanation of the top screen Display of recorder’s condition STOP Recording Standby blink Counter REMAINING BATTERY LIFETIME during battery running Recording lapse and playback lapse: Display: 00(time):00(minute):00(second):000(1/1000second) ● screen: 4CH mode 8-2 screen: 4CH mode REC [REC] button lights on [REC] button blinks ▲ PLAY PAUSE When the display of “Low Battery” is shown, it is time to change battery.
• Explanation of the top screen [DIAL] operations on the top screen ➀ ● REC Recording Standby only when recording [ALWAYS NEW] setting blink [REC] button blinks [REC] button lights on ➂ ➃ ➀ Counter Display of recorder’s condition STOP ➁ screen: mode 8-3 screen: MTR mode Recording lapse and playback lapse: Display: 00(time):00(minute):00(second):000(1/1000second) Cursor Counter Function: Appoint time Ref. ☞ P.
screen: MAIN MENU 8-4 screen: MAIN MENU The Menu icon list is displayed by [MENU] button. 1 Press. STEREO mode 2 Select items and press. STAMINA mode CANCEL: To return back to the top, p re s s [ M E N U ] b u t t o n more than 2 seconds.
In the recording and playback menu, the current recording condition is displayed at the bottom left of the screen. On the right bottom of the screen the current folder number is displayed (On Stereo, 4ch and Stamina mode). Set STAMINA mode with the STAMINA switch before starting the unit when operating with battery power. P.019 In MTR mode, the current project name is displayed.
Option: Remote control operation 9 Option: Remote control operation When you use the optional remote controller, you can operate the H4n from a distance. Remote control button operation Recording and placing marks. Engages recording standby condition and counter resets to 0.
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1-01 Setting / Recording: Set input source and recording level Control settings for the targets, built-in microphones or external input jacks. Setting / Recording: Set input source and recording level STEREO MODE 4CH MODE Use both [MIC] and INPUT [1] [2] stereo input. Use the stereo input source of either [MIC] or INPUT [1] [2].
Setting / Recording: Set input source and recording level MTR MODE Any of tracks 1-4 can be set for mono or stereo input. SELECT the input per track one by one and adjust. Use the REC LEVEL + 1 Press the selected track and input button. 2 Press REC LEVEL and adjust the level. SELECT the input to 2 tracks and adjust.
1-02 Setting / Recording: Recording in STEREO and STAMINA mode These are the steps to begin recording in STEREO or STAMINA mode. Setting / Recording: Recording in STEREO and STAMINA mode [RECORDING DIRECTION] Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Confirmation of the mode. (Stereo mode) * Change the FILE setting. • REC FORMAT, • FILE NAME TYPE 1 [RECORDING STANDBY] press. * Use METRONOME a new file name here light blinks 1. Recording standby 2.
light blinks Press blinks Counter doesn’t return to 0. HINT: change MARK In STEREO mode you can record in 19 different file formats using WAV and MP3. Recording format must be selected before recording of a file begins. Recorded files are named a u t o m a t i c a l l y. Yo u c a n choose from two formats: and . ：STE-××× ：090531-××× * The recording date is written.
1-03 Setting / Recording: Recording format Choose recording file settings before recording. Setting / Recording: Recording format Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 2 Press. Select and press. NOTE: How to use WAV and MP3 format • The WAV FILES with no compression are used for high quality sound recording. Because data is not compressed, the volume of the file will increase compare to MP3 format.
1-04 Setting / Recording: File name When recording, a file name is automatically assigned. To change that, take the following steps. 1 2 File Name STEREO mode: Press. Select and press. 090531-×××.wav(mp3) : year, date yymmdd-3 figures, extension 4CH mode: No change 3 STE-×××.wav (mp3) : 'STE-'3 figures, extension * setting MONO-×××.wav(mp3) : 'MONO' 3 figures, extension Select and press. 4CH-×××M.
1-05 Setting / Recording: Recording on 4CH mode Setting / Recording: Recording on 4CH mode This is the method to record 4 channel stereo sounds coming from the built-in mic and the external input jack. [RECORDING DIRECTION] Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Change to 4CH mode * Change the FILE setting. • REC FORMAT 3 Adjust the recording level of the input sources. 4 [START RECORDING] press.
light blinks Press. blinks Counter doesn’t return back to 0. [RECORDING AGAIN] light on FILE NAME CHANGE Mark On 4CH mode the input from the built-in and the external microphones is saved separately as STEREO WAV FILE. Those 2 files are always administered as one pair and named as the following depending on the input: [MIC] file: 4CH×××M.wav INPUT [1] [2] file: 4CH×××I.wav On screen 2 files noted 'M/I' at one time. If you want change, operate before recording.
1-06-1 Setting / Recording: Recording in MTR mode Using multiple tracks, you can combine mono and stereo recordings. Setting / Recording: Recording in MTR mode [RECORDING DIRECTION] Change to , Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Change to MTR mode Create a new PROJECT. Record the first track. Select the [REC] mode and SAVE. * Setting up PUNCH IN/OUT .
Setting / Recording: Recording in MTR mode About INPUT SOURCE and TRACK Only one recording track Two recording tracks 1. Input source comes from either INPUT [1] or INPUT [2]. INPUT [1] or [2] 1. Input source comes from either INPUT [1] or INPUT [2]. TRACK Track 1 or 3 INPUT [1] or [2] Track 2 or 4 The same signals are sent to both tracks. 2. Input sources come from both [MIC]s or INPUT [1] & [2].
1-06-2 Setting / Recording: Recording in MTR mode Setting / Recording: Recording in MTR mode You can select from two recording modes. Using the mode, you can overwrite new sounds on the existing file. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Choose the appropriate settings for your application 1 ☞ Input setting … P.055 ☞ Recording functions … P.059− Select the TRACK. MTR MODE TOP [START RECORDING] press.
1-06-3 Setting / Recording: Recording in MTR mode In ALWAYS NEW, a new file is made whenever it records. Setting / Recording: Recording in MTR mode Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Choose the appropriate settings for your application 1 ☞ Input setting … P.055 ☞ Recording functions … P.059− Select the TRACK. 3 [START RECORDING] press. 4 [STOP RECORDING] press. or MTR MODE TOP light on The selected TRACK light on.
1-07 Setting / Recording: TRACK MENU in MTR mode Setting / Recording: TRACK MENU in MTR mode This is an exclusive menu available only in MTR mode to set a track. Link tracks together, create a stereo track, or you can create a special setting for output effects. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. HINT Select a target project and start ……P.119 Select TRACK MENU 1 On the top screen select 'TRACK MENU ICON' and press.
Only on MTR MODE Setting for , and are not available during recording, playback and also when tracks are armed. HINT: STEREO LINK Setting stereo link on creates a stereo track from tracks 1 and 2 or 3 and 4. Setting stereo link off creates a mono track. Setting value: ON/OFF Default: OFF NOTE: NOTE: • You can only playback a mono file on 'MONO TRACK' and a stereo file on 'STEREO TRACK'.
1-08-1 Setting / Recording: Re-recording, automatic Setting / Recording: Re-recording, automatic This function, , allows you to partially re-record a recorded file. Here we explain how to start and end automatically. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Change from to …………P.
Only on MTR MODE Setting available on MTR mode and recording. Set the recording end position, 7 Re-recording Press the desirable position for ‘PUNCH OUT’. + 8 Rewind the file to the head (Counter: 0) or to the position to start re-recording ‘PUNCH IN’. 9 Press TRACK [1], Recording Standby. The PUNCH OUT setting confirmed → PUNCH OUT PUNCH OUT REC PLAY Start [1] When in punch in / out mode, the light is on during recording and blinks during record standby.
1-08-2 Setting / Recording: Re-recording, manual Setting / Recording: Re-recording, manual Using [OVERWRITE] recording operation in MTR mode, you can manually punch in and out. Press [REC] button during playback, from that pressed position you can start re-recording. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Change from to …………P.
Only on MTR MODE Setting / Recording: Re-recording, manual Re-recording (Manual ) 6 Performance (Not recording). 7 Press [START RECORDING]. 9 Press [FINISH RECORDING]. light off light on 10 light on Press [PLAYBACK FINISH]. light on Performance (Recording).
2-01-1 Recording function The H4n can detect when the input level surpasses your predetermined level, and can automatically start recording from the recording standby position. Recording function Pressing the [MENU] button long for two seconds, start to operate from the top screen of the MODE. 1 2 Press. 5 Adjust the level. HINT: Display of “Wait for Signal” While operation is on, the display of “Wait for Signal” appears during recording standby.
2-01-2 Recording function When is on and recording, the H4n will automatically stop recording when the input level goes below a predetermined level. 1 2 Press. 5 4 Set the input level at which recording will stop Select and press. HINT: 6 3 Adjust the level. When<[AUTO REC STOP> is on, ‘STOP LEVEL’ display Select and press. appears during recording. Select and press. [STOP LEVEL SETTING] Select and Press.
2-02 Recording function
Recording function The setting can be initialized by pressing the [REC] button, automatically adding the previous 2 seconds to your recording. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 4 Select and press. HINT In PRE REC mode the H4n will pre-record audio two seconds before the record button is pressed. 3 067 Select and press.
2-03 Recording function The filter setting allows you to eliminate wind or blowing noises. Recording function Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 Select and Press. 4 Select the setting input source. 5 Select the cutoff frequency. HINT: • You can Select the filter among eleven frequencies, such as OFF, 80, 98, 115, 133, 150, 168, 185, 203, 220, and 237 Hz.
2-04 Recording function Recording function The setting can compensate for volume differences. For each input source, low level input signals are lifted up and high level input signals are controlled down when recording. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 2 3 4 Select the setting input source. 5 Select the setting target. Press. Select and press. HINT: Select and press.
2-05 Recording function This function automatically sets the level for recording. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 Select and press. HINT: When is used, the unit automatically determines the recording levels using the signal present during recording standby. If the volume surpasses 6dB during recording, the input level is automatically adjusted with the new level displayed on the screen for two seconds.
2-06 Recording function Turning on the MONITOR function allows you to monitor input signals at all times. Recording function Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 4 Select and press. HINT: Select and press. You can always monitor the input source through [LINE/ PHONE MINI STEREO OUT] during recording standby.
2-07 Recording function Engaging blends the left and right signals down to mono then records dual-mono to each left and right channel. Recording function Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 Select and press. 4 Select and press.
2-08 Recording function This function enables you to convert the stereo microphone signals when using a MID/SIDE recording configuration. Recording function Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 4 073 Make the setting of . is a directional microphone receiving the recording targets. Setting value: MUTE, −48.
A bi-directional microphone and are perpendicular each other. Setting value: MUTE, −48.0 _ +12.0dB Default: +0.0dB Enable to select what input is effective. (Only on 4CH mode) Allocate inputs and inputs between L-ch (INPUT [1]) and R-ch (INPUT [2]). Select Select Select Adjust Select Select NOTE: You cannot use this function together with .
3-01-1 Tuner The H4n features a tuner with multiple tuning modes. Tuner Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 5 Tuning. The indicator shows the input signals are higher or lower than the ‘NOTE’ described below. Both marks light on when the inputs signals match the ‘NOTE’. Low High These dots show how much gaps exist between the input signals and the indicated NOTE.
3-01-2 Tuner, all other Aside from CHROMATIC, there are other tuning modes such as GUITAR, BASS, OPEN A, OPEN D, OPEN E, OPEN G and DADGAD. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 5 Tuning. The indicator shows the input signals are higher or lower than the ‘NOTE’ described below. Both marks light on when the input signals match the ‘NOTE’. Low High These dots show how much gaps between the input signals and the indicated NOTE. 3 Select and press. String number currently selected.
3-01-3 Tuner This function allows you to calibrate the tuner. Tuner Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 Select and press. 4 Select press. 5 Select frequency numbers. HINT: The operation up to here is in common. • The initial setting is 440Hz. • You can make any setting per 1Hz from 435Hz to 445Hz.
3-01-4 Tuner Only on 4CH MODE In 4CH mode you can select the input source for the tuner. HINT: Tuning display 5 Tuner type and code String number/ note name …P.075 〈TUNER〉 4 Tuner Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Tuner type Select and press. When tuning is low Select input source and press.
3-02 Metronome The metronome has other convenient functions such as click, pre-count, tempo, sound, etc. Metronome Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 This setting turns the metronome on or off during recording, playback or both. This setting must be made before recording or playback. Set the count number just before the beginning of recording.
The metronome starts at the beginning of recording and playback. If you start in the middle of a song or track, the metronome beats may not be in sync with the song. Set the metronome speed. Set the metronome tone. Set the pattern of the metronome. Set for the volume of the metronome. Select Select Select Select Adjust Select Select Select default: 120.0. default: bell sound. default: 4/4. You can set between 40.0 and 250.0 BPM, per 0.1.
3-03-1 All about EFFECT Brief outline about how to use , its flow, input and output All about EFFECT [Flow of the EFFECT] Change of the mode (MTR mode) P.038 #1 Use Use the pre-set patch as it is P.083 Select the pre-set that’s closest to your desired sound. Edit the modules Select modules Adjust the level of the patch P.085 Change the name of the patch P.087 P.086 Adjust the parameter P.139 Store the contents of editing : P.088 Recording P.
Only on MTR MODE All about EFFECT About input and output of [EFFECT] You can use EFFECT in MTR mode for mono or stereo signals. The flow of signals will change corresponding to the input sources and recording tracks. 1. Input source comes from either INPUT [1] or [2] EFFECT INPUT [1] or [2] One recording track: PRE AMP EFX + TRACK + TRACK 2. Input source comes from either [MIC] or INPUT [1] [2] Built-in MIC L or INPUT [1] + Built-in MIC R or INPUT [2] EFFECT PRE AMP EFX 1.
3-03-2 Effect Only on MTR MODE Using the EFFECT made up of 2 modules in MTR mode, you can add various effects to the input signals. Effect Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 4 Select No. : PATCH NAME and press. PATCH NUMBER: PATCH NAME. When EFFECT is on, display will show off. 2 IMPORT: Carry in a PATCH from the other PROJECT Press and press. 5 Select PATCH and press.
3-03-3 Effect , patch edit Only on MTR MODE You can create your own patch by combining effects and adjusting the parameter settings. 6 Effect , patch edit 5 Select the desired sound No. :PATCH NAME and press. EDIT MENU PRE AMP module contains guitar and bass amp modeling effects. Adjust PATCH level. Select and press. Change the PATCH NAME. EFX module contains modulation, chorus and delay effects.
3-03-4 Effect , editing PRE AMP modules Only on MTR MODE You can edit the PATCH using PRE SET EFFECT. Effect , editing PRE AMP modules Select the desired PATCH and edit it....P084 ADJUST PRE AMP module 7 Select and press. ADJUST PARAMETER ICON PRE AMP MODULE CONDITION ON / OFF 8 Press and PRE AMP module turns on. EFFECT TYPE: SET THE AMP TYPE CABINET.EQ.LEVEL. ETC. 9 Select editing PARAMETER and press. ZNR ICON ☞ Ref.
3-03-5 Effect , editing EFX modules Only on MTR MODE Edit the patch by selecting from various parameters that correspond closest to your desired effect. Effect , editing EFX modules Select the nearest image PATCH and edit it....P084 ADJUST EFX module 7 Select and press. ICON HINT: 8 9 Press and EFX module turns on. To select PRE AMP and EFX modules, make setting after changing the module status ON.
3-03-6 Effect Only on MTR MODE Adjust the levels of the patch and change the name. Effect EFFECT …P.084 〈EDIT〉 LEVEL 087 RENAME 1 Select and press. 1 Select and press. 2 Change the number and press. 2 Change the PATCH name and press. 3 Select and press. NOTE: Select to save the patch. To return to the top without saving the edit/ change, hit MENU.
3-03-7 Effect Only on MTR MODE Effect EFFECT …P.084 〈EDIT〉 STORE 10 Select and press. NOTE: The items you edited have ‘ED’ display and confirmed by operation. 11 Select the ‘PATCH No.’ where to save and press. 12 Select and press. Select not . (not stored) Confirmed . Selecting “YES” will overwrite the current patch. To save without overwriting an existing patch, select an empty patch during STORE operation.
3-03-8 Effect , taking in a patch from another PROJECT You can apply the edited and saved EFFECT PATCH, used in other project to the current PROJECT. Effect , taking in a patch from another PROJECT SELECTED EFFECT...P.083 1 Press from the screen. 2 Select and press. 3 Select your desired mode and press. 4 Select PROJECT and press. read in all patches 5 Select and press. 6 Select and press.
Only on MTR MODE Effect , taking in a patch from another PROJECT import one patch 5 6 Select and press. 8 Select and press. The patch selected at step6 is now imported to the present project. Select an import patch and press. NOTE: When pressing the , “No Other Project!” display will appear when there is no PROJECT. 7 Select which patch you want to import to the present project and press.
3-04-1 A sing-along machine preparation Create spontaneous music files and convert them into KARAOKE form, then record vocals or additional guitar sounds over those files. A sing-along machine preparation [Flow of the KARAOKE] Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. [Preparation] Prepare the stereo files for the background Create a new project for “Karaoke” ………P.
Only on MTR MODE 7 8 Change the KEY of KARAOKE track Select TRACK MENU icon and press. 10 Select and press. 11 Select TRACK MENU icon and press. HINT: Select and press. The contents of KARAOKE TRACK are different from a general TRACK MENU. (LEVEL) (CNT CANCEL) 9 Convert that into and press. 12 Adjust and press.
3-04-2 A sing-along machine recording A sing-along machine recording Recording on KARAOKE A slight adjustment of KARAOKE TRACK KEY. 13 14 15 Only on MTR MODE Select TRACK MENU icon and press. 1 Connect the microphone. 2 Select the track menu icon and press. 3 Press ‘PRACTICE’ (no recording). Press the INPUT button corresponding to the connected input jack. Select and press. 4 Make adjustment and press.
4-01 Playback : Playback files (stereo, 4ch and stamina modes) Playback : Playback files (stereo, 4ch and stamina modes) Immediately after recording, you can playback the file by pressing the [PLAY/PAUSE] button. If you prefer to call up the files for later playback, take the following steps. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 4 Select
4-02 Playback : Playback : Aside from general playback, you can also select 1) one file only playback, 2) repeat playback of one file, and 3) all files repeat playback. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 Select a play mode and press. Select desirable mode. 095 4 [START PLAYBACK] Press. PLAY ALL Playback all the files in the folder. PLAY ONE Playback one file.
4-03 Playback : Setting marks Playback : Setting marks While operating file playback you can create marks at desired spots. You can move easily to the spot during playback. During playback operation, press the [REC] button. How to create marks Mark A Mark B How to playback the marked file You can move to the marked position pressing [FF] and [REW] buttons in the files with marks. FILE Current position NOTE: • Mark function is available only in case of WAV format.
4-04 Playback : The repeat setting allows you to playback two points on the file repeatedly. Playback : Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 4 [START PLAYBACK] Press. 5 [Set up point A] Press. point A moves. Select and press. 6 A mark is placed at point A, then mark B appears and moves until set [Set up point B] Press.
Playback : HINT: NOTE: Caution: or Movable with a long press. When you move around in the file using [FF] and [REW] buttons and whenever you press the button for less than 2 seconds (quick press), it will move to the next file. If there is a mark, it will move to the marked point. By pressing the [FF] and [REW] buttons for more than 2 seconds you can move to a desired point. After setting up A and B points press the [REC] button, you can cancel all settings.
4-05 Playback : Only on STEREO MODE You can adjust playback speed of the file. Playback : Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 2 "Short cut" Pressing TRACK on the top screen. 4 Press. Select and press. 5 Adjust playback speed. You can set up playback speed between 50% and 150% with increments or decrements of 5%. [START PLAYBACK] Press. or 3 NOTE: Select and press.
4-06 Playback : Only on 4CH MODE In 4CH mode you can use the mixer to adjust the playback LEVEL and PAN settings of two stereo files. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. setting Playback : Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. setting MUTE 48.0dB_+12.0dB Default; -0.
4-07 Playback : Playback files (MTR mode) Only on MTR MODE Playback : Playback files (MTR mode) There are various ways to playback in MTR mode: Create and record files separately, assign them to tracks and play them back simultaneously. Initial recording to a track ＋ Press. Next recording to a track ＋ Press. The third recording to a track ＋ Press. The last recording to a track ＋ Press. Press. Playback 4 tracks Second time recording to a track Playback ＋ Press.
4-08 Playback : Appointing time with a counter Only on MTR MODE Using the counter, you can scroll to any desired point in a recording. Playback : Appointing time with a counter Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 2 Select the counter figures on the top screen and press. Set the time: Select the figures according to the appointing hour / minute / second. counter 3 Change the figures and press.
5-01 Edit / Output : Select the folder that contains your targeted file. Edit / Output : Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 Select an optional folder and press. "Short cut" Pressing TRACK on the top screen. NOTE: • You cannot use this setting during recording and playback. • You can select any one separately among 10 folders in STEREO/ STAMINA and 4CH mode.
5-02 Edit / Output : Selecting playback files from the file list. Edit / Output : Press the [MENU] button for 長押し more than 2 seconds, and start トップ画面より operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 4 Select
5-03 Edit / Output : This function displays the selected file information. Edit / Output : SELECTING THE FILES…P.104 4 Select and press. NAME Name of the file DATE The recorded date of the file, or the renewal date when it created by PC or other device. FORMAT 105 The format of the file. * On MTR Mode, display is either MONO or STEREO. SIZE Capacity of the file. (kB or MB) TIME The recording time of the file.
5-04 Edit / Output : Delete a selected file. Edit / Output : SELECTING THE FILES…P.104 4 Select and press. 5 Select and press. a deleting file NOTE: Caution; Once deleted, you cannot retrieve the file.
5-05 Edit / Output : Delete all the files in the folders and projects. Edit / Output : SELECTING THE FILES…P.104 4 Select and press. 5 Select and press. The name of the folder or the project to delete files. NOTE: Once deleted, you cannot retrieve the file.
5-06 Edit / Output : Only on MTR MODE Edit / Output : In MTR mode you can copy files. The copies are saved in the same project as the original files. This function is useful when you want to preserve the original master copy. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 4 Select and press. 5 Select and press. Select your desired file and press.
5-07 Edit / Output : Edit / Output : In STEREO, MTR and STAMINA MODE, you can change the name of the file. When recorded in 4CH MODE, the file names cannot be changed. SELECTING THE FILES…P.104 4 Select and press. 6 [Input a letter or number.] Select. select the letter with [DIAL] 5 [Make change of each letter or number.] Select and press.
NOTE: Display when the file When converting letters, follow the next order: name is over 12 characters. In case of two files with the same name. The display shows "This file name already exists!", the screen returns to the previous one and you will need to create a different name. When the name of the file has more than 12 letters, a triangle mark appears telling letters available outside the screen.
5-08 Edit / Output : Only on STEREO MODE In STEREO MODE you can encode a WAV FILE into MP3 format at various bit rates. Edit / Output : SELECTING THE FILES…P.104 4 Select and press. 7 5 Select and press. HINT: 6 Select your desired bit rate and press. • The name of the encode-completed file becomes automatically the “Original file name.mp3” • You cannot have two files with the same name.
5-09 Edit / Output : Edit / Output : This function automatically adjusts the volume level of a recorded file for enhanced sound quality and audio consistency. SELECTING THE FILES…P.104 4 Select and press. 5 Select and press.
5-10 Edit / Output : This function will mix down a 4CH file to a stereo file. The resulting files are stored in the folder in STEREO mode. Edit / Output : SELECTING THE FILES…P.104 Select 4 Select and press. should select to make MIXER Set up : You settings effective when you start encoding. 5 Select and press. 6 Select and press. Ref. ☞ 113 P.
Only on 4CH MODE Select 7 Select and press. 8 Select the folder and press. EXECUTION 9 Select and press. You cannot have two files with the same name. If the screen says “File name exists!”, select and set up a different name. The encoded files are stored in the folder. The file name automatically given is the same as the one on 4CH mode but M/I is changed to MIX. Ref. ☞ P.
5-11 Edit / Output : You can view the list of marks put in the WAV FILE. Edit / Output : SELECTING THE FILES…P.104 4 Select and press. HINT: When there are no marks on the required files, the display will show "No Mark!". Sound dropout (skipping) of a SD card This mark shows sounds dropout happening. The mark the user created.
5-12 Edit / Output : Only on STEREO MODE On STEREO MODE, you can divide files at any desired position. 4 Select and press. 6 [DIVIDE POSITION] You should press at the desirable dividing spot. Operation of button on DIVIDE 5 PLAYBACK or TEMPORARY STOP of the file [START PLAYBACK] Press. Up: the current position in the file. 7 Select and press. Holding the button for more than one second ‘HOLD’. WIND-FORWARD and REWIND Moves for one second.
5-13 Edit / Output : NOTE: This function is used to move files to a different folder or mode. Edit / Output : MOVABLE FILE FORMAT SELECTING THE FILES…P.104 4 5 7 Select and press. 8 Select the moving folder(project). Select and press. • Only stereo files can move to stereo folder. Monaural files cannot move to the stereo folders. • Only 4CH files can move to 4CH folders. • Moving to the MTR project you need 44.1 kHz/16bit format.
5-14 Edit / Output : Only on MTR MODE Here you can make a new project and adjust settings for AUDIO TRACK or EFFECT in MTR mode. 1 2 HINT: To change the name of the new project. Press. Select and press. Select and press. Select the letter to change and press. 3 Numbering of the projects • The H4n numbers new projects automatically. • You cannot change the number. • You can use the same name in multiple projects Select and press.
5-15 Edit / Output : Select a project stored on the SD card. Edit / Output : P re s s t h e [ M E N U ] b u t t o n f o r more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 119 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 Select
5-16 Edit / Output : Only on MTR MODE This function will delete a project. Edit / Output : Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 Select and press. 4 Select a project to be deleted and press. 5 Select and press. NOTE: Once deleted, you cannot retrieve the project. HINT: You cannot delete a project under protection.
5-17 Edit / Output : Only on MTR MODE You can change the name of the project. Edit / Output : Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 Select and press. 4 Select the project to change the name and press. 5 Select the letter to change and press. 6 Change the letter and press. 7 Select and press.
5-18 Edit / Output : Only on MTR MODE Copy the project and create a new project with a new number. Edit / Output : Select a target project and start operation.…P.119 Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 Select and press. HINT: Change the number of the target project Automatically displays the lowest unused number Change the name of the target project.
5-19 Edit / Output : You can combine tracks created in MTR mode and mix them down to one mono or stereo track. Edit / Output : Select a target project and start operation.…P.119 Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Select 1 Select the name to bounce to. Select on the top screen and press. 2 * If you have no change, proceed to next.→ Select and press.
Only on MTR MODE 4 Select and press. 5 Select the file type and press. STEREO MONO STEREO file MONAURAL file 6 Select and press. HINT: BOUNCE means to put together the various music data divided in different tracks and files into the stereo or monaural files. If you make operation, a new file will be created in the same project. NOTE: You cannot use this setting during recording and playback.
5-20 Edit / Output : Only on MTR MODE Edit / Output : Using the PROTECT function on your project prohibits dividing of tracks and the change of files in that project. Select a target project and start operation.…P.119 Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 4 Select and press. The mark shows the protected projects. NOTE: 3 Select and press.
6-01 Utility : You can set the lighting time of the LCD BACK LIGHT on the display. Utility : Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 Select and press. 4 Select the time you desire and press. OFF Switch off the light all the time. ON Switch on the light all the time. 15sec Light on for 15 seconds after the last key operation.
6-02 Utility : Adjust the display contrast. Utility : Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 4 Change the number and press. * You can adjust from #1 to #8. A higher the number corresponds to more contrast. − 1 8 3 Select and press. weak get lighter ↑ ↓ strong get darker * default; #5 NOTE: You cannot use this setting during recording and playback.
6-03 Utility : By setting your battery type, H4n can correctly display the remaining lifetime of the battery. Utility : Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 4 Select the battery type and press. ALKALINE Ni-MH Alkaline battery Nickel hydrogen storage battery * Default; ALKALINE 3 Select and press. NOTE: Battery that can be used.
6-04 Utility : After it starts, the version of H4n can be confirmed. Utility : Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 Select and press. system version NOTE: You cannot use this setting during recording and playback.
6-05 Utility : Returns all the settings back to the original default condition. Utility : Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 Select and press. 4 Select and press. NOTE: • You cannot use this setting during recording and playback.
6-06 Utility : You can confirm the remaining capacity of the SD CARD. Utility : Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 3 Select and press. approximate remaining capacity remain volume (MB) Remaining recording time on the current recording format. 131 NOTE: You cannot use this setting during recording and playback.
6-07 Utility : Formatting the SD card for the H4n. Utility : Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. 1 Press. 2 Select and press. 4 Select and press. HINT: “Format Card” 3 If you insert an SD card not formatted for the H4n, during boot up the unit says “Format Card?” Select and press. NOTE: • You cannot use this setting during recording and playback.
6-08 Utility : Utility : If H4n (and SD card) is connected to the computer (PC) that has access to the internet, you can download H4n software upgrades. 1 PC 2 PC You can verify H4n version at . The version of the main body system * PC = computer (Windows and Macintosh) Open Web site of ZOOM on PC and download the most recent system software. [http://www.zoom.co.jp] H4n To set-up connection of H4n and PC, connect with USB cable.
6-09 Utility: How to use H2 and H4 SD cards 1 Insert SD card for H2/H4 unit into H4n and boot up the unit. 2 Select MOVE FILES and , and press. it is displayed for H4 as H4. NOTE: • The stereo files of H2/H4 and the projects of H4 will be moved to the H4n stereo folders and MTR projects. • After moving to H4n, those SD cards are not recognized in H2/H4 unit. • The projects move in order from the lowest numbered to the highest numbered project.
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Main spec list by mode Main spec list by mode STEREO MODE 4CH STEREO WAV: 44.1/48/96kHz 16/24bit Recording Format STEREO WAV × 2： STEREO MP3: 48, 56, 64,80,96,112,128,160,192, 44.1/48kHz 16/24bit 224,256, MTR 44.1kHz 16it STEREO WAV, MONAURAL WAV, those total 4 tracks can be combined STAMINA 44.1 kHz/16bit WAV type only (fixed) 320kbps, VBR44.
Available setting menu list by each mode SD CARD STEREO STEREO 4CH 4CH MTR MTR STAMINA STAMINA FORMAT REMAIN USB STEREO 4CH MTR AUDIO IF STORAGE STAMINA − − MODE MODE STEREO 4CH MTR STAMINA FOLDER SELECT FOLDER SELECT STEREO 4CH MTR STAMINA FILE STEREO FILE INFORMATION FILE RENAME FILE MP3 ENCODE NORMALIZE DIVIDE MOVE MARK LIST FILE DELETE FILE DELETE ALL FILE STEREO ENCODE FILE COPY − − 4CH − − MTR STAMINA − − − − − − − − − − − − − − INPUT SETTING LO CUT COMP/LI
Effect types on MTR mode and the parameter ■ PREAMP module ● Guitar preamp effect types Effect types on MTR mode and the parameter FD CLEAN Clean sound of Fender TwinReverb ('65) VX CLEAN Clean sound of Vox AC30 HW CLEAN Clean sound of Hiwatt Custom 100 (1) TOP This effect makes an electric guitar sound like an acoustic guitar. 0 − 10 Adjusts the characteristic string tone of the acoustic guitar. Adjusts the characteristic body tone of the acoustic guitar.
● Bass preamp effect types BASSMAN HARTKE ● Mic preamp effect types Simulation of Ampeg SVT sound. Simulation of Fender Bassman 100 sound. Simulation of Hartke HA3500 sound. SUP-Bass Simulation of Marshall Super Bass sound. SANSAMP Simulation of Sansamp Bass Driver DI sound. TUBE PRE ZOOM original tube preamplifier sound. The above 6 effect types have the same parameters. (1) CABINET 0−2 (2) GAIN 0 − 100 Adjusts the preamp gain (distortion depth).
Effect types on MTR mode and the parameter ■ EFX module ● Compressor/limiter effect types Effect types on MTR mode and the parameter RackComp This is a compressor which attenuates high-level signals and boosts lowlevel signals. (1) THRSHOLD 0 − 50 Adjusts the threshold level of the compressor. (2) RATIO 1 − 10 Adjusts the compression ratio of the compressor. (3) ATTACK 1 − 10 (4) LEVEL 2 − 100 LIMITER Adjusts the attack speed of the compressor.
This effect produces a metallic ringing sound. Adjusting the FREQUENCY drastic change of sound character. (1) POSITION Before, After Selects the insertion position of the EFX module: "Before" the PREAMP module or "After" the PREAMP module. (2) FREQ 1 − 50 Adjusts the modulation frequency. (3) BALANCE 0 − 100 (4) LEVEL 2 − 100 SLOW ATK Adjusts the balance between original sound and effect sound. Adjusts the level of the signal after passing the EFX module.
Effect types on MTR mode and the parameter ● Delay/reverb effect types Effect types on MTR mode and the parameter CRY (1) RANGE (2) RESONANC This effect varies the sound like a talking modulator. 1 − 10 0 − 10 (1) SIZE 1 − 100 (2) REFLEX 0 − 10 Adjusts the amount of wall reflections. (3) TONE 0 − 10 Adjusts the tone. (4) MIX 0 − 100 -10 − -1, 1 − 10 Adjusts the effect sensitivity. (4) BALANCE 0 − 100 Adjusts the balance between original sound and effect sound.
This is a reverse delay with a long delay time of up to 2500 milliseconds. (1) TIME 10−2500 ms,* Adjusts the delay time. (Ref. P144) (2) FEEDBACK 0 − 100 Adjusts the feedback amount. (3) HIDAMP 0 − 10 (4) BALANCE 0 −100 [Table] Parameters with a < > symbol can be selected in note units, using the metronome tempo as reference. Note durations Adjusts the delay sound damping characteristics in the high frequency range. Adjusts the balance between original sound and effect sound.
H4n patch list Effect patches in this page" Patch List" can be used in 4track mode and audio interface function. (with sampling rate in 44.1kHz ) H4n patch list 145 Patch Name Description PREAMP module EFX module Category No. Guitar 00 Fender Clean Basic clean sound optimized for recording. FD CLEAN OFF 01 Natural Cho Versatile clean chorus sound for applications ranging from arpeggio to melody playing. OFF ENSEMBLE 02 FunkyCutting Great sound for seventies style funky cutting.
Category Mic 50 - 59 Patch Name Description PREAMP module EFX module 25 Hartke Tight sound modeled on the HARTKE HA3500. HARTKE OFF 26 Bassman Standard bass sound inspired by the FENDER BASSMAN 100. BASSMAN OFF 27 SVT Rock bass sound modeled on the AMPEG SVT. SVT OFF 28 29 SuperBass SANSAMP Drive sound modeled on the MARSHALL 1992 SuperBass. Simulates the sound of the SANSAMP BASS DRIVER DI.
H4n products spec H4n products spec Recorder STEREO MODE 4CH MODE Number of simultaneous recording tracks 2 4 2 Number of simultaneous playback tracks 2 4 4 Recording time MP3 Format MTR MODE 4GB （ SDHC） Approx. 380 minutes (converted to WAV 44.1 kHz/16 bit stereo track) Approx. 68 hours (converted to MP3 44.1 kHz/128 kbps stereo track) Data type Sampling frequency 44.1/48 kHz Display 128 x 64 dots * Recording times are approximations.
When you think something may be wrong with your machine If there are problems during operation of the H4n, check the following points first. Problems during recording/playback • Check the connections to your monitor system, and the volume setting of the system. • Check whether the volume level setting of tracks 1 − 4 is appropriate. ◆ Recorder stops during playback • When playback is carried out with a track in recording standby condition, a temporary file is created in the H4n.
Index [4CH MODE] Index Details uP37·39 Mode and top screen uP41 Mode selection uP37·38 Playback operation uP94 Recording operation uP53 [A] [C] Copyright warnings uP7 CANCEL operation uP25 CARIB/TUNER uP77 CHROMATIC/TUNER uP75 COMP/LIMIT uP69 Connections uP29 [D] AB repeat uP97 Always New recording mode uP58 AUDIO I/F (Audio interface), use as uP33 AUTO PUNCH IN/OUT uP61 AUTO REC uP65 AUTO REC STOP uP66 [B] Battery/Power outlet setting uP17 BATTERY TYPE uP128 Bit rate uP51 BOUNCE uP123 Built-in microph
[I] [M] [N] Manual PUNCH IN/OUT uP63 MARK uP96 MARK LIST uP115 [MENU] MAIN MENU uP43 NEW PROJECT uP118 NORMALIZE uP112 IMPORT/EFFECT uP89 INPUT [MIC][1][2] buttons operations uP23 INPUT/TUNER uP78 [K] [KARAOKE] Preparation uP91 Recording uP93 Setting/TRACK MENU uP59 [L] [O] On-mic recording uP31 Over write recording mode uP57 Index LEVEL/EFFECT uP87 LEVEL/TRACK MENU uP59 Locator buttons operations uP21 LO CUT uP68 [MENU] button operations uP25 METRONOME uP79 MIXER uP100 Mixing uP59 MODE uP37−
Index [R] Index REC FORMAT uP51 REC LEVEL AUTO uP70 REC LEVEL operations uP24 [REC] button operations uP21 Recording (stereo/stamina mode) uP49 Recording (4CH mode) uP53 Recording (MTR mode) uP55 Recording track selection uP47 REMAIN uP131 Remote control (option) uP16·45 RENAME/EFFECT uP87 RENAME/FILE uP109 RENAME/PROJECT uP121 [S] [STAMINA MODE] Details uP37,39 Mode and top screen uP40 Mode setting uP17·38 Playback operation uP94 Recording operation uP49 STEREO ENCODE uP113 [STEREO MODE] Details uP37·3
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USB/Cubase LE 4 Startup Guide USB/Cubase LE 4 Startup Guide This USB/Cubase LE 4 Startup Guide explains how to install Cubase LE 4 on a computer, make connections and settings for the H4n, and perform recording. Cubase LE 4 installation Connections and preparation To connect the H4n to a computer running Windows Vista (or Windows XP) and to enable audio input/output, proceed as follows. The installation description uses Windows Vista as an example.
Continued from front Cubase LE 4 installation Connections and preparation From the "Devices" menu of Cubase LE 4, select "VST Connections" and select the device containing the string "Zm In (Out)" ( "H4 Audio" for MacOS X) as input port and output port. Use Cubase LE 4 to record Windows Vista / XP HINT New audio track MacOS X Check the recorded content. When the monitoring button is enabled, the level meter next to the fader shows the input level to the audio track.
USB/Cubase LE 5 Startup Guide USB/Cubase LE 5 Startup Guide This USB/Cubase LE 5 Startup Guide explains how to install Cubase LE 5 on a computer, make connections and settings for the H4n, and perform recording. Cubase LE 5 installation Connections and preparation Use Cubase LE 5 to record Windows NOTE To connect the H4n to a computer running Windows 7 (or Windows Vista, XP) and to enable audio input/output, proceed as follows. The installation description uses Windows 7 as an example.
Continued from front Cubase LE 5 installation Connections and preparation From the "Devices" menu of Cubase LE 5, select "VST Connections" and select the device containing the string "H4 In (Out)" ( "H4" for MacOS X) as input port and output port. Use Cubase LE 5 to record Windows MacOS X HINT New audio track Check the recorded content. When the monitoring button is enabled, the level meter next to the fader shows the input level to the audio track.
