Connections - Zoom R16 Operation Manual

Connections

Refer to the instructions on this page when you connect instruments, microphones, audio equipment or
a computer to the R16.
OUTPUTS
Use the [METRONOME] switch to set
whether the metronome is output to
only the [PHONES] jack or also to the
[OUTPUT] jacks.
1) Stereo system, speakers with
built-in amplifiers, etc.
When connecting speakers, be
sure to turn off the system's power
beforehand.
Connecting them with the power on
could cause damage.
Rear panel
8) AC adapter
Make sure to use a
ZOOM AD-14 adapter
designed for this unit.
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7) Connecting two R16s
By connecting two R16s
together, you can record
16 tracks simultaneously.
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You can connect cables with XLR and monaural phone plugs (balanced or
unbalanced) to the INPUT jacks.
2) Microphones
In order to supply phantom power
to a condenser microphone, first
connect the microphone to [INPUT
5/6] and then turn the [PHANTOM]
switch ON.
3) Other equipment with stereo
outputs
W h e n u s i n g a s y n t h e s i z e r o r a
CD player with stereo outputs, for
example, be sure to connect its left
output jack to an odd number [INPUT]
jack on the R16 and its right output
jack to an even number [INPUT] jack
on the R16.
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INPUTS
4) Guitar/Bass
Use [INPUT 1], which can handle
high impedance, when you directly
connect a passive-type electric guitar
or bass, and turn the [Hi-Z] switch
ON.
5) Built-in microphones
These microphones are useful for
recording drums indirectly and
recording a band. When you turn the
[MIC] switch ON, the sounds will be
input into INPUT 7 and 8.
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USB memory
6) Connecting a computer by USB
Connecting to a computer, you can
send audio files and projects directly to
and from the R16. You can also use the
R16 as an audio interface and a control
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surface for DAW software.
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Right side
panel