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Zoom F4 Supplementary Manual

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Version 2.0 Supplementary Manual
© 2017 ZOOM CORPORATION
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  • Page 1 Version 2.0 Supplementary Manual © 2017 ZOOM CORPORATION Copying or reprinting this manual in part or in whole without permission is prohibited.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Functions added in Version 2.0 Monitoring input signals of specific tracks without recording ..................................3 Saving multiple settings for signals sent to headphone output (Headphone Routing) ..........................4 Setting the keys held (Key Hold Target) .........................................5 Backing up and loading F settings (Backup/Load Settings) .................................6 Setting the level meter reference (Reference Level) .....................................8 Showing total recording time during long recording periods (Time Counter) ............................9 Setting the format of Ambisonic Mode ........................................

  • Page 3: Monitoring Input Signals Of Specific Tracks Without Recording

    Multi Track Field Recorder Monitoring input signals of specific tracks without recording Even tracks that have not been set to record can be input to the PFL screen and their input sound monitored. Press the track key for the tracks that you want to NOTE This does not change the signals output from MAIN OUT and monitor without recording so that their indicators...

  • Page 4: Saving Multiple Settings For Signals Sent To Headphone Output (Headphone Routing)

    Saving multiple settings for signals sent to headphone output (Headphone Routing) You can edit and save up to 10 settings for signals sent to the headphone output. Press m. to change the setting show and edit Use e to select OUTPUT, each item.

  • Page 5: Setting The Keys Held (Key Hold Target)

    Multi Track Field Recorder Setting the keys held (Key Hold Target) Use the hold function to prevent misoperation during recording. Press o + l (Track 1) to turn it on/off. Follow these instructions to set which keys are disabled by the hold function. Press m.

  • Page 6: Backing Up And Loading F Settings (Backup/Load Settings)

    Backing up and loading F settings (Backup/Load Settings) F settings can be backed up to and loaded from SD cards. Press m. ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. Backing up ................P .6 Use e to select SYSTEM, Loading ................P .7 and press E.
  • Page 7 Multi Track Field Recorder Use e to select “Yes” , and Loading press E. You can load a backup file that is saved in the “F4_SETTINGS” folder in the root directory of the SD card. Use e to select Load/ Delete, and press E.

  • Page 8: Setting The Level Meter Reference (Reference Level)

    Setting the level meter reference (Reference Level) Setting the level meter reference makes it easier to adjust the volume of input signals. Press m. Use e to select reference level setting, and presss E. Use e to select SYSTEM, and press E. Explanation Setting When level meter type...

  • Page 9: Showing Total Recording Time During Long Recording Periods (Time Counter)

    Multi Track Field Recorder Showing total recording time during long recording periods (Time Counter) When recording for a long time, if the file size set with “File Max Size” is reached, recording will continue in a new take and the recording time will reset.

  • Page 10: Setting The Format Of Ambisonic Mode

    Setting the format of Ambisonic Mode By connecting mics that can output ambisonics A-format signals to Inputs 1-4, audio can be converted to ambisonics B-format and recorded. Press m. Use e to select the format, and press E. Use e to select INPUT, and press E.
  • Page 11 Multi Track Field Recorder FuMa Ambisonics A (Stereo Monitor) This converts the signals from Inputs 1-4 to the ambisonics This saves the signals from Inputs 1-4 as a 4-channel poly- FuMa B-format, and saves them as a 4-channel polyphonic phonic file without converting them to an ambisonics B-for- file.
  • Page 12 Setting the format of Ambisonic Mode (continued) FuMa + AmbiX FuMa + Ambisonics A This converts the signals from Inputs 1-4 to the ambisonics This converts the signals from Inputs 1-4 to the ambisonics FuMa B-format, and records them to tracks 1-4. It also con- FuMa B-format, and records them to tracks 1-4.
  • Page 13 • Ambisonic files are saved as 4-channel polyphonic files, not as mono or stereo files. • A ZOOM mic capsule can only be used when the format of Ambi- HINT sonic Mode is Off.
  • Page 14 Setting the format of Ambisonic Mode (continued) When Ambisonic Mode is enabled, the Home Screen will appear as follows. Track 1-4 trim Track 1-4 fader TRACK knobs TRACK knobs 2-4 disabled 2-4 disabled When TRIM set as parameter When FADER set as parameter adjusted by TRACK knobs adjusted by TRACK knobs...

  • Page 15: Setting The Mic Position Used For Ambisonic Recording (Mic Position)

    Multi Track Field Recorder Setting the mic position used for ambisonic recording (Mic Position) By setting the mic orientation used during ambisonic recording as an F parameter, proper positioning can be maintained when converting to ambisonic B format if the mic orientation is changed from upright to upside down or horizontal.
  • Page 16 Setting the mic position used for ambisonic recording (Mic Position) (continued) Upright HINT • Using the mic upright is recommended for ambisonic recording in order to minimize reflections from the floor and the mic itself. • When it is difficult to use the mic in an upright orientation, you can place it upside down or pointing forward and change the Mic Position setting accordingly.

  • Page 17: Changing The Number Of The Next Recorded Take

    Multi Track Field Recorder Changing the number of the next recorded take The number given to the next recorded take can be changed when the Home Screen is open. Press and hold f. Use e to increase or decrease the take number by one, and presss E.

  • Page 18: Setting R Fader And Knob Operation (Knob/Fader Mode)

    Setting R fader and knob operation (Knob/Fader Mode) How the R faders and TRIM/PAN knobs operate when their positions differ from actual parameter values can be set. Press m. Use e to select the fader and knob operation, and Use e to select USB, and press E.

  • Page 19: Other New Functions

    Multi Track Field Recorder Other new functions • Extended the HPF setting ranges from 80-240 Hz to 10-240 Hz. • Enabled the option to edit “Note” and “Track Name” metadata while recording. While recording, press open the Note editing screen or to open the Track Name editing screen.
  • Page 20 ZOOM CORPORATION 4-4-3 Kanda-surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062 Japan http://www.zoom.co.jp Z2I-3187-01...

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