Zoom H3-VR Operation Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Zoom Manuals
  4. Voice Recorder
  5. H3-VR
  6. Operation manual

Zoom H3-VR Operation Manual

Handy recorder
Hide thumbs Also See for H3-VR:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

See also: Quick Manual
Operation Manual
You must read the Usage and Safety Precautions before use.
© 2018 ZOOM CORPORATION
Copying or reprinting this manual in part or in whole without permission is prohibited.

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Zoom H3-VR

Summary of Contents for Zoom H3-VR

  • Page 1 Operation Manual You must read the Usage and Safety Precautions before use. © 2018 ZOOM CORPORATION Copying or reprinting this manual in part or in whole without permission is prohibited.

  • Page 2: Notes About This Operation Manual

    • The microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC logos are trademarks. • The Bluetooth® word mark and logo are registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and these marks are used under license by Zoom Corporation. Other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective companies.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Unrestricted post-production Using the free ZOOM Ambisonics Player application for Windows and Mac, you can convert Ambisonic files to ordinary stereo, binaural and 5.1 surround, for example, and play them back. Moreover, you can...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Notes about this Operation Manual ........................2 Introduction ................................3 Contents ..................................4 What is 3D sound? ..............................7 3D sound overview .............................7 Ambisonics formats ............................7 Features ................................7 Recording formats ............................8 Binaural format ..............................10 Features ................................ 10 Recording examples ............................11 Example 1: studio recording ........................11 Example 2: live recording ..........................
  • Page 5 Enabling the sound marker function ......................47 Setting the recording time display ......................49 Recording ................................. 51 Playback ................................52 Playing recordings ............................52 Changing the playback mode ......................... 53 Setting the playback time display ........................58 Managing folders and files ..........................60 Creating folders ...............................
  • Page 6 Restoring default settings (Factory Reset) ..................... 106 Checking the firmware versions........................108 Updating the firmware ............................110 Responding to Alert Messages ........................112 Troubleshooting ..............................114 Recording/playback trouble ........................114 Other trouble ............................... 114 Metadata list ..............................116 Specifications ..............................118...

  • Page 7: What Is 3D Sound

    What is 3D sound? 3D sound overview While traditional stereo sound captures horizontal placement, three-dimensional sound recording methods also capture up-down and front-back placement to create 3D sound images. supports two 3D methods: Ambisonics and binaural. Ambisonics formats Features • Multiple mics capture sound in all directions: left, right, up, down, front and back. •...

  • Page 8: Recording Formats

    Recording formats Since the sound recorded by each mic is saved separately in a multichannel format, it can be edited for a variety of playback situations, including 2-channel stereo, 5.1-channel surround and VR video. Data format A format Stereo Con- version Conversion B format...
  • Page 9 • B format (Ambisonics B) A format data is processed and distributed to four channels (W/X/Y/Z) to produce this audio data. supports FuMa and AmbiX.

  • Page 10: Binaural Format

    Binaural format Features • The binaural format records the sound that not only reaches the ears of a person directly, but also the sound that is transmitted through the head, face and body. Direct sound Direct sound • In principle, this is sound recorded as though mics were placed inside both ears of a person. This type of mic setup also exists.

  • Page 11: Recording Examples

    Recording examples Example 1: studio recording Placing the in the middle of a band arranged in a circle, a performance that allows the watcher to focus freely on different members can be created by recording in Ambisonics format together with VR video recording. Vocal Guitar Bass...

  • Page 12: Example 3: Field Recording

    Example 3: field recording • When recording in nature, instead of just focusing on a bird, a stream or another sound source, the complete sound of the natural setting, including reflections from trees, rocks and other objects, can be captured. •...

  • Page 13: Names Of Parts

    Names of parts Front Built-in Ambisonic mic This Ambisonic mic is comprised of four unidirectional condenser mic capsules. This mic can record a three- dimensional sound with natural depth and width. REC LED This lights during recording, blinks when recording is paused, and blinks rapidly when the input sound level is high.
  • Page 14 Back REC LED This lights during recording, blinks when recording is paused, and blinks rapidly when the input sound level is high. Display This shows various types of information. REC button Use this to start/stop recording. REW / button Use to search backward to a playback position in a file and to select items. STOP/HOME button Use to stop file playback and to open the Home Screen.
  • Page 15 Connect this to a computer or iOS device to use the as an audio interface or card reader. The dedicated AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17) can also be connected here to use AC power. LINE OUT jack This can output sound to a connected device.
  • Page 16 Bottom Battery/microSD card compartment cover Remove when installing or removing batteries and microSD cards. Tripod mounting threads Use these screw threads to attach a tripod (not included).

  • Page 17: Preparations

    Preparations Supplying power Using batteries After turning the power off, push the battery/microSD card compartment cover down to open Install the batteries.
  • Page 18 Close the battery/microSD card compartment cover. NOTE • Use only one type of battery (alkaline, NiMH or lithium) at a time. • If the remaining battery power indicator drops to 0, turn the power off immediately and install new batteries. •...

  • Page 19: Using An Ac Adapter

    Using an AC adapter Connect the cable of the dedicated AD-17 AC adapter to the USB port. Plug the dedicated AC adapter into an outlet. HINT • When connected to a computer, power can be supplied by USB.

  • Page 20: Inserting Microsd Cards

    Inserting microSD cards After turning the power off, push the battery/microSD card compartment cover down to open Insert the microSD card into the card slot. microSD card To remove a microSD card, push it further into the slot and then pull it out.
  • Page 21 Close the battery/microSD card compartment cover. NOTE • Always make certain that the power is off when inserting or removing a microSD card. Inserting or removing a card while the power is on could result in data loss. • When inserting a microSD card, be sure to insert the correct end with the top side up as shown. •...

  • Page 22: Turning The Power On/Off

    Turning the power on/off Turning the power on Slide the power switch toward until the display becomes active. NOTE • If “No SD Card!” appears on the display, confirm that a microSD card is inserted properly. • If “Invalid SD Card!” appears on the display, the card is not formatted correctly. Format the microSD card “Formatting microSD cards”...

  • Page 23: Preventing Misoperation (Hold Function)

    Preventing misoperation (HOLD function) In order to prevent misoperation, the hold function can be used to disable the buttons on the Activating the HOLD function Slide the power switch to HOLD. Deactivating the HOLD function Slide the power switch back to the middle.

  • Page 24: Setting The Language Shown (First Time Starting Up)

    Setting the language shown (first time starting up) The first time you turn the power on after purchase, set the display language when the Language setting screen opens. to select the display language, and press This completes setting the language. HINT •...

  • Page 25: Setting The Date And Time (First Time Starting Up)

    Setting the date and time (first time starting up) The first time you turn the power on after purchase, set the date and time when the Set Date/Time screen opens after the Language setting screen. This data is used to add the date and time to recorded files. to select the item to change, and press to change the value of the selected item, and press to select “OK”, and press...

  • Page 26: Recording

    Recording Home Screen (in recording standby) Time display This shows either the current elapsed recording time or the remaining available recording time ( “Setting the recording time display” on page 49). Status icon This shows the recording status. Ready Recording Paused Clipping indicators If the clipping indicators light, adjust the input level (...

  • Page 27: Preparing To Record

    Preparing to record Setting the mic position can record sound in every direction, including forward, backward, left, right, up and down. Use Mic Position to set the orientation of the mic and recorder in relation to the forward direction. When Mic Position is kept at its default setting, which is Auto, the built-in motion sensor allows it to always record with normal forward/backward, left/right and up/down position relationships regardless of whether the mics are oriented up, down or forward.
  • Page 28 to select the mic position, and press The following mic orientations can be set. Mic/recorder Setting Explanation orientation automatically sets the mic position according to its Auto − orientation at the start of recording. Upright Use this setting to record with the upright.
  • Page 29 NOTE • If the Mic Position setting and the mic orientation during recording are not the same, the recording file cannot be made the correct orientation and the front orientation will be off during playback. • The Mic Position setting can be checked on the Home Screen. •...

  • Page 30: Setting The Recording Mode

    Setting the recording mode Set the file format used to record files. Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "Rec Settings", and press to select "Rec Mode", and press...
  • Page 31 to select the recording mode, and press The following recording modes can be set. Setting Explanation FuMa Record as Ambisonics B FuMa format (4-channel). AmbiX Record as Ambisonics B AmbiX format (4-channel). Ambisonics A Record as Ambisonics A format (4-channel). Stereo Record as an ordinary stereo (2-channel) file.

  • Page 32: Setting The Recording Format

    Setting the recording format Set the sampling frequency (kHz) and bit rate (bit) in consideration of the audio quality and file size. Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "Rec Settings", and press to select "Rec Format", and press...
  • Page 33 to select the recording format, and press The recording formats that can be set are shown in order of audio quality (from low to high) and file size (from small to large). Setting Explanation 44.1k/16bit 44.1k/24bit 48k/16bit The higher the sampling frequency (kHz) and bit rate, the better the audio quality. 48k/24bit 96k/16bit 96k/24bit...

  • Page 34: Monitoring The Input Sound

    Monitoring the input sound Use headphones, for example, to monitor the input sound and adjust the volume. Connect headphones, for example, to the PHONE OUT jack on the to adjust the volume.

  • Page 35: Setting Ambisonic Monitoring

    Setting Ambisonic monitoring This sets the conversion format when outputting input signals from the PHONE OUT and LINE OUT jacks. Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "Input/Output", and press to select "Ambisonic Monitor", and press...
  • Page 36 to select the Ambisonic monitoring mode, and press The following Ambisonic monitoring modes can be set. Setting Explanation Stereo The input sound is converted to ordinary stereo for monitoring. Binaural The input sound is converted to binaural for monitoring. NOTE •...

  • Page 37: Adjusting Input Levels

    Adjusting input levels The input level used during recording can be adjusted. Turn to adjust the input level. The changed input level is shown on the display. Adjust so that peak levels on the level meters stay around −12 dBFS. HINT •...

  • Page 38: Setting Low-Frequency Cutoff Filter

    Setting low-frequency cutoff filter This function can reduce noise, including air-conditioning, wind and vocal pops. Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "Input/Output", and press  Use to select “Lo Cut", and press...
  • Page 39  Use to set the cutoff frequency. HINT • This can be set from 10 to 240 Hz or Off.

  • Page 40: Setting The Limiter

    Setting the limiter The limiter can prevent distortion by reducing input signals that have excessively high levels. When the limiter is ON, if the input signal level exceeds the set threshold value, the input signal level will be sup- pressed to prevent the sound from distorting. The amount of time after the input signal exceeds the threshold until compression of the output signal is maxi- mized is called the “attack time”.
  • Page 41 to select “Limiter”, and press Turning the limiter on to select "On/Off", and press  Use to select "On", and press HINT • The ratio of compression used on the input signal is 20:1.
  • Page 42 Setting the threshold The threshold for limiter operation can be set.  Use to select "Threshold", and press  Use to set the threshold. HINT • This can be set from −16 to −2 dBFS.
  • Page 43 Setting the attack time This sets the amount of time after the input signal exceeds the threshold until compression of the post-limiter signal is maximized. to select “Attack Time", and press to set the attack time. HINT • This can be set from 1 to 4 ms. Setting the release time This sets the amount of time until compression of the post-limiter signal stops after the input signal goes below the threshold.
  • Page 44 to set the release time. HINT • This can be set from 1 to 500 ms.

  • Page 45: Setting File Names

    Setting file names This sets the file name used for recorded files. Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "Rec Settings", and press to select "Rec File Name", and press...
  • Page 46 to select the file name format, and press The following file name formats can be used. Setting Explanation Files are named with a "date_number" format. The "Date Format" setting will be used for the date (  “Setting the date format” on page Auto (Date) 97).

  • Page 47: Enabling The Sound Marker Function

    Enabling the sound marker function Half-second tone signals (sound markers) can be output from the PHONE OUT and LINE OUT jacks when record- ing is started. Since sound markers are also written to recorded files, when recording audio for video with the , adding tone signals to the camera audio can make synchronizing audio and video easier.
  • Page 48 to select "On", and press NOTE • Be careful with the volume if you are monitoring the input sound with headphones, for example.

  • Page 49: Setting The Recording Time Display

    Setting the recording time display During recording, either the elapsed recording time or the remaining possible recording time can be shown. Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "System", and press to select "Time Display", and press...
  • Page 50 to select "Recording", and press to select “Elapsed Time” or “Remaining Time”, and press...

  • Page 51: Recording

    Recording Press when the Home Screen is open. The recording file name is shown and recording starts. The following operation is possible during recording. Function Operation Pause/resume Press NOTE • Marks are added at points where recording is paused. Marks are used as cue points. During playback, press to move to a mark position.

  • Page 52: Playback

    Playback has three playback modes: tracking, manual and binaural. The appearance of the display depends on the playback mode. Playing recordings Press when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Playback Screen and starts playback. Press This ends playback. HINT •...

  • Page 53: Changing The Playback Mode

    Changing the playback mode How audio is extracted from audio files recorded in Ambisonics A and Ambisonics B (FuMa and AmbiX) formats and how it is processed can be changed. Press during playback Press repeatedly until the desired playback mode is selected. Tracking playback mode By changing the orientation of the , sound from specific directions can be extracted and played.
  • Page 54 Horizontal angle This shows the horizontal angle of the extracted sound orientation. Vertical angle This shows the vertical angle of the extracted sound orientation. Roll angle This shows the roll angle (rotation) of the extracted sound orientation. HINT • The detects changes in angles based on its orientation when playback started.
  • Page 55 Manual playback mode By using to specify the horizontal angle and to specify the vertical angle, sound from a specific direction can be extracted in stereo and played back. Time display This shows either the current elapsed playback time or the remaining playback time ( “Setting the playback time display”...
  • Page 56 Binaural playback mode The sound can be converted to binaural and played back. Time display This shows either the current elapsed playback time or the remaining playback time ( “Setting the playback time display” on page 58). Status icon This shows the playback status. Playing Playback paused Searching backward...
  • Page 57 The following operations are possible during playback in binaural playback mode. Function Operation Pause/resume Press Search forward Press and hold Search backward Press and hold Move to the previous mark (if one exists) Move to the beginning of the file (if no mark exists) Press Move to the next mark (if one exists) Press Play the next file (if no mark exists)

  • Page 58: Setting The Playback Time Display

    Setting the playback time display During playback, either the elapsed playback time or the remaining playback time can be shown. Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "System", and press to select "Time Display", and press...
  • Page 59 to select "Playing", and press to select “Elapsed Time” or “Remaining Time”, and press...

  • Page 60: Managing Folders And Files

    Managing folders and files Creating folders Folders for saving recorded files can be created. Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "Finder", and press to select "New Folder", and press...
  • Page 61 Input the folder name ( “Inputting characters” on page 87). A new folder will be created.

  • Page 62: Selecting Folders And Files

    Selecting folders and files Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "Finder", and press to select a folder or file.
  • Page 63 The following operations are possible when using the Finder. Function Operation Move down a level Press when a folder is selected Move up a level Press Show options Press and hold Play a file Press when a file is selected NOTE •...
  • Page 64 HINT • If an SD card or folder is selected, the first file inside it will be selected. • “Select” shown inside an SD card or folder can be used to select that card or folder itself.

  • Page 65: Changing Folder And File Names

    Changing folder and file names Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "Finder", and press too select the folder or file to change, and press and hold...
  • Page 66 to select "Rename", and press Change the folder or file name ( “Inputting characters” on page 87). NOTE • You cannot put a space at the beginning of a folder or file name. • Folder and file names cannot be changed if they use characters other than ordinary (halfwidth) English letters and numbers.

  • Page 67: Checking File Information

    Checking file information Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "Finder", and press to select the file to check, and press and hold...
  • Page 68 to select "Information", and press to check the file information. The following file information can be checked. Item Explanation Date/time Date and time recorded Format Recording format Format Recording mode and mic position Size Recording file size Time Recording time NOTE •...

  • Page 69: Checking File Marks

    Checking file marks You can view a list of the marks in a recording file. You can also start playback from the position of a selected mark. Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "Finder", and press to select the file, and press and hold...
  • Page 70 to select "Mark List", and press The marks are shown in a list. To start playback from a specific mark , use to select that mark, and press Mark added when paused during recording Mark added when skipping occurred during recording to select "Select", and press...
  • Page 71 to select "Execute", and press The Home Screen will reopen, and playback will start from the position of the selected mark.

  • Page 72: Deleting Marks

    Deleting marks In the mark list, use  to select a mark, and press to select "Delete", and press to select "Execute", and press The selected mark will be deleted.

  • Page 73: Deleting Folders And Files

    Deleting folders and files Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "Finder", and press Press and hold...
  • Page 74 to select "Delete", and press to select a file or folder to delete, and press A check mark appears on the selected file or folder. HINT • To delete multiple files and folders, repeat step 5. • By selecting “Select All” at the bottom of the list in step 5 and pressing , you can select/deselect all files and folders at once.

  • Page 75: Adjusting Connected Equipment Levels (Playing Test Tones)

    Adjusting connected equipment levels (playing test tones) The line output level can be adjusted. Test tones can be played in order to adjust the level for a digital SLR camera or other device. Minimize the input gain of the other device. Use an audio cable to connect the external mic jack of the other device with the LINE OUT jack of the Press...
  • Page 76 to select "Set (with Tone)", and press This starts output of the test tone. No test tone will be output if “Set” is selected. to adjust the line output level. While checking the audio level meter of the other device, adjust the audio signal level so that it never exceeds −6 dB.

  • Page 77: Using Usb Functions

    Using USB functions Using as a card reader Use a computer to check the files saved on the microSD card and copy those files to the computer. Connecting to a computer Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "USB", and press...
  • Page 78 to select "Card Reader", and press Use a USB cable to connect the and the computer.

  • Page 79: Disconnecting From A Computer

    Disconnecting from a computer Disconnect on the computer. On Windows, select from "Safely Remove Hardware". On Mac operating systems, drag the icon to the Trash and drop it. NOTE • Always conduct computer disconnection procedures before removing the USB cable. Press This opens the Menu Screen.

  • Page 80: Using As An Audio Interface

    Using as an audio interface Sounds being recorded by the can be input to a computer or iOS device, and playback signals on a com- puter or iOS device can be output from the Connecting to a computer or iOS device. Press This opens the Menu Screen.
  • Page 81 Windows/Mac. To use with Windows, download the driver from the 4ch Ambisonics ZOOM website (www.zoom.co.jp). The bus power of the connected device will be used. Input signals 1–4 are sent as a stereo mix in this 2-in/2-out connection mode Stereo (iOS) for iOS devices.

  • Page 82: Disconnecting From A Computer Or Ios Device

    Disconnecting from a computer or iOS device Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "Exit", and press  Use to select "Execute", and press This ends audio interface operation and reopens the Home Screen. Disconnect the USB cable from the and the other device.

  • Page 83: Audio Interface Settings

    Audio interface settings The following settings can be made when using the as an audio interface. Enabling direct monitoring This directly outputs the sound being recorded by the from it before sending it to the computer or iOS device. This enables monitoring without latency. When connected as an audio interface, press ...

  • Page 84: Enabling The Loop Back Function

    Enabling the loop back function This function mixes the playback sound from the computer or iOS device with the input and sends the mix back to the computer or iOS device (loop back). You can use this function to add narration to music played back from the computer or iOS device and record the mix or stream it using software, for example.

  • Page 85: Operating With An Ios Device

    Operating with an iOS device Pairing with an iOS device By connecting a BTA-1 or other dedicated wireless adapter and using the dedicated controller app, the can be operated from an iOS device. NOTE • The dedicated app must be installed on the iOS device beforehand. The dedicated app can be downloaded from the App Store.

  • Page 86: Disconnecting From An Ios Device

    Disconnecting from an iOS device Disconnecting the and iOS device disables operation of the from the iOS device. Press This opens the BTA-1 screen. to select "Off", and press HINT • After disconnecting, to control the with the iOS device again, select "BTA-1” from the Menu.

  • Page 87: Inputting Characters

    Inputting characters A character input screen will open when you select a function that allows character input, including setting and changing file names. Select “abc” Select “ABC” Select “#+=” The following operations are possible on character input screens. Function Operation Select characters Confirm characters Press...

  • Page 88: Setting The Type Of Batteries Used

    Setting the type of batteries used Set the type of battery used by the to alkaline, Ni-MH or lithium so that the amount of remaining battery charge can be accurately displayed. Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "System", and press to select "Battery", and press...
  • Page 89 to select the battery type, and press This sets the battery type.

  • Page 90: Setting The Display Backlight

    Setting the display backlight Set the time after the last operation until the display backlight turns off to conserve energy. Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "System", and press to select "LCD", and press...
  • Page 91 to select "Backlight", and press to set the amount of time until the backlight turns off, and press The following times to turn off the backlight can be set. Setting Explanation The backlight always stays off. The backlight always stays on. 30 sec 1 min 2 min...

  • Page 92: Adjusting The Display Contrast

    Adjusting the display contrast The contrast (display brightness level differences) can be set. Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "System", and press to select "LCD", and press...
  • Page 93 to select "Contrast", and press to set the display contrast. This sets the contrast. HINT • This can be set from 1 to 10.

  • Page 94: Setting The Language Shown

    Setting the language shown Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "Language", and press to select the display language, and press This completes setting the language. HINT • The first time you turn the power on after purchase, this screen opens automatically.

  • Page 95: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the date and time Set the date and time added to recording files. Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "System", and press to select "Date/Time", and press...
  • Page 96 Setting the date and time to select "Set Date/Time", and press to select the item to change, and press HINT • The first time you turn the power on after purchase, this screen opens automatically after you set the language used.
  • Page 97 to select “OK”, and press This completes setting the date and time. Setting the date format The date format can be changed. This is used when adding dates to file names and when showing the date on the display. to select "Date Format", and press to select the date format, and press The following date formats can be used.

  • Page 98: Formatting Microsd Cards

    Formatting microSD cards Format microSD cards to use them with the Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "System", and press to select "SD Card", and press...
  • Page 99 to select "Format", and press to select "Execute", and press This formats the microSD card for use with the NOTE • After purchasing a new microSD card, always format it using the to maximize performance. • Be aware that all data previously saved on a microSD card will be deleted when it is formatted.

  • Page 100: Testing Microsd Card Performance

    Testing microSD card performance You can test whether a microSD card can be used with the NOTE • Even if a performance test result is "Pass", there is no guarantee that writing errors will not occur. Conducting a quick test You can quickly test whether a microSD card can be used with the Press This opens the Menu Screen.
  • Page 101 to select "SD Card", and press to select “Test", and press to select “Quick Test", and press to select "Execute", and press This starts a quick test of the microSD card.
  • Page 102 HINT • The Quick Test should take about 30 seconds. •  Press to cancel a quick test. Check the result when the test completes.

  • Page 103: Conducting A Full Test

    Conducting a full test You can test whether a microSD card can be used with the by examining the entire card. NOTE • Use the AC adapter to supply power when conducting a full test (  “Using an AC adapter” on page 19).
  • Page 104 to select “Test", and press to select “Full Test", and press After the amount of time required for the full test is shown briefly, the execution screen will open. to select "Execute", and press This starts a full test of the microSD card. HINT •...
  • Page 105 Check the result when the test completes.

  • Page 106: Restoring Default Settings (Factory Reset)

    Restoring default settings (Factory Reset) Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "System", and press to select “Factory Reset", and press...
  • Page 107 to select "Execute", and press This starts resetting the After the settings are reset, the power will automatically turn off.

  • Page 108: Checking The Firmware Versions

    Checking the firmware versions Press This opens the Menu Screen. to select "System", and press to select "Versions", and press...
  • Page 109 Check the firmware versions.

  • Page 110: Updating The Firmware

    AC adapter. Copy the firmware update file to the root directory on a microSD card. NOTE • Files for the latest firmware updates can be downloaded from the ZOOM website (www.zoom.co.jp). Insert the microSD card into the While pressing , turn the power on.
  • Page 111 After the firmware update completes, turn the power off.

  • Page 112: Responding To Alert Messages

    A writing error occurred because the writing speed to the microSD card was insufficient. We recommend using a microSDHC/SDXC card that has been con- SD Write Error Mark firmed to operate with this recorder. A list of confirmed microSDHC/SDXC cards can be checked on the ZOOM website (www.zoom.co.jp).
  • Page 113 Alert messages that appear when the Recording Screen is open Message Explanation and response Invalid File! The file is not compatible with the Binaural playback mode cannot be used with files recorded in "96k/16bit” or Cannot play 96kHz format "96k/24bit” format. The selected location does not have any files that can be played.

  • Page 114: Troubleshooting

    Other trouble Computer does not recognize the when connected by a USB cable • Confirm that the operating system of the connected computer is supported on the ZOOM website (www.zoom. co.jp). • The USB function must be set on the to allow the computer to recognize it ( “Using as a card reader”...
  • Page 115 Battery operation time is short Making the following settings could increase the battery operation time. • Set the battery type setting to match the batteries being used ( “Setting the type of batteries used” on page 88). • Turn off the display backlight ( “Setting the display backlight”...

  • Page 116: Metadata List

    Metadata list Metadata contained in WAV file BEXT chunks Remarks zTAKE= File number Scene name zSCENE= Use the following Menu item to set this. Menu > Rec Settings > Rec File Name Track names zTRK1= FuMa: zTRK1=W, zTRK2=X, zTRK3=Y, zTRK4=Z zTRK2= AmbiX: zTRK1=W, zTRK2=Y, zTRK3=Z, zTRK4=X Ambisonics A: zTRK1=FLU, zTRK2=FRD, zTRK3=BLD, zTRK4=BRU...
  • Page 117 Metadata contained in WAV file iXML chunks iXML tag Remarks Menu > Rec Settings > Rec File Name > Auto (Date) <SCENE> Menu > Rec Settings > Rec File Name > User Defined Name Menu > Finder > Options > Rename <TAKE>...

  • Page 118: Specifications

    4 in/2 out (Ambisonics A/FuMa/ AmbiX input) USB 2.0 High Speed, 44.1 kHz/24-bit, 48 kHz/24-bit Power 2 AA batteries (alkaline, lithium, or rechargeable NiMH) AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5V/1A (supports USB bus power) Estimated continuous recording time 48 kHz/24-bit, FuMa Rec Mode using batteries Alkaline batteries: about 11.5 hours...
  • Page 119 ZOOM CORPORATION 4-4-3 Kanda-surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062 Japan www.zoom.co.jp Z2I-3430-01...

Table of Contents