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- 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.
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Page 2: Usage And Safety Precautions
Usage and Safety Precautions In this operation manual, symbols are used to highlight warnings and cautions that you must read to prevent accidents. The meanings of these symbols are as follows. Something that could cause serious injury or Something that could cause injury or damage to death the equipment CAUTION... - Page 3 Never use abrasive cleansers, wax or solvents such as alcohol, benzene or paint thinner. ■ Breakdown and malfunction If the unit becomes broken or malfunctions, immediately disconnect the AC adapter, turn the power off and dis- connect other cables. Contact the store where you bought the unit or ZOOM service with the following information: product model, serial number and specific symptoms of breakdown or malfunction, along with your name, address and telephone number. ■...
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Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Thank you very much for purchasing a ZOOM Handy Recorder (hereafter, " "). has the following features. 90° XY mic The 90° XY mic captures three-dimensional images of sound. This stereo mic uses a matched pair and can handle a maximum sound pressure of 120 dB SPL, enabling it to record clearly without distortion even during band rehearsals and club performances. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Making various settings Usage and Safety Precautions Introduction Opening the SETTING screen Names of parts Setting the date format Display overview Setting the display backlight Adjusting the display contrast Preparations Setting the type of battery used Providing power Setting the Auto Power Off function Inserting microSD cards Setting how the counter appears Turning the power on/off... -
Page 6: Names Of Parts
Names of parts ■ Front ① Built-in XY mic ② Input volume dial ③ Display ⑥ LIMITER button ⑤ LO CUT button ⑦ AUTO LEVEL button ④ AUDIO button ⑨ REC button ⑧ REC LED ⑪ PLAY/PAUSE button ⑩ STOP/OPTION button ⑬... - Page 7 ⑥ LIMITER button Use this to operate the function shown 3rd from the left at the bottom of the display. ⑦ AUTO LEVEL button Use this to operate the function shown 4th from the left at the bottom of the display. ⑧...
- Page 8 ■ Left and right sides ① PHONE/LINE OUT jack ③ MIC/LINE IN jack ④ microSD card slot ② VOLUME buttons ⑤ TRASH button ⑥ POWER (HOLD) switch ⑦ USB port ① PHONE/LINE OUT jack This can output sound to headphones or a connected device. ②...
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Page 9: Display Overview
Display overview Recording Screen ① File name ⑤ Remaining battery charge ⑥ Counter ② Status icon ⑦ Clipping indicators ③ Level meters ④ Function buttons ① File name This shows the name of the file being recorded. ② Status icon This shows the recording status. - Page 10 Playback Screen ① File name ⑦ Remaining battery charge ② Status icon ⑧ Counter ③ Progress bar ④ Number of selected ⑨ Remaining playback time file/total number of files ⑩ Clipping indicators ⑤ Level meters ⑥ Function buttons ① File name This shows the name of the file being played.
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Page 11: Preparations
Preparations Providing power Using batteries Turn the power off and then remove the battery cover. Slide down while pressing Install the batteries. Replace the battery cover. NOTE • Use only one type of battery (alkaline, NiMH or lithium) at a time. •... - Page 12 Using an AC adapter Connect the cable of an AD-17 AC adapter to the USB port. Plug the AC adapter into an outlet.
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Page 13: Inserting Microsd Cards
Inserting microSD cards Turn the power off and then open the microSD card slot cover. Insert the microSD card into the card slot. To remove a microSD card, push it further into the slot and then pull it out. Close the microSD card slot cover. NOTE •... -
Page 14: Turning The Power On/Off
Turning the power on/off Turning the power on Slide toward This turns the power on and opens the Recording Screen. NOTE • The first time you turn the power on after purchase, you must set the language (→ "Setting the language shown") and the date/time (→... -
Page 15: Setting The Language Shown
Setting the language shown Set the language shown on the display. While pressing , turn the power on. This opens the SETTING screen. to select "Language", and press Pres to select the language to use, and press This completes setting the language. HINT The first time you turn the power on after purchase, this screen opens automatically. -
Page 16: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the date and time Set the date and time so the recorder can add this data to recording files. While pressing , turn the power on. This opens the SETTING screen. to select "Date/Time", and press to select "Set Date/Time", and press... - Page 17 to move the cursor. HINT The first time you turn the power on after purchase, this screen opens automatically after you set the language used. to change the value selected by the cursor. Press This completes setting the date and time.
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Page 18: Preventing Misoperation
Preventing misoperation Misoperation during recording can be prevented by using the HOLD function to disable use of the buttons. Activating the HOLD function Slide to HOLD. Deactivating the HOLD function Slide back to the middle. -
Page 19: Recording
Recording Adjusting input levels Adjusting levels manually Turn the input volume dial. HINT • Adjust so that the peak level stays around −12dB. • If the sound distorts even when you lower the input level, try changing mic positions and adjusting the output levels of connected devices. - Page 20 Using automatic level adjustment This function automatically adjusts the input level according to the input signal. Press to select ON. NOTE When automatic level adjustment is ON, turning the input volume dial has no effect.
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Page 21: Selecting The Recording Format
Selecting the recording format The recording format can be selected in consideration of audio quality and file size. Press to select the recording format. The display shows the selected recording format and the remaining possible recording time. The following recording formats can be set. Setting Recording format Audio quality... -
Page 22: Reducing Noise
Reducing noise This function can reduce low-frequency noise, including wind and vocal pops. Press to set the cutoff frequency. HINT Select OFF, 80Hz, 120Hz or 160Hz as the frequency. -
Page 23: Setting The Limiter
Setting the limiter The limiter can prevent distortion by controlling input signals that have excessively high levels. Press to select ON. NOTE When the input sensitivity is high (input volume dial is set to a large value), noise will be more noticeable when the signal level is low. -
Page 24: Recording
Recording Press The following operations are possible during recording. Pause/resume Press Add a mark Press NOTE • Marks are used as cue points. During playback, press to jump to a mark position. • When recording is paused, a mark will be added automatically at that point. •... -
Page 25: Using Additional Recording Functions
Using additional recording functions When the Recording Screen is open, press to enable use of additional recording functions. Recording automatically (AUTO REC) Recording will start automatically when the input level exceeds the set value. While pressing , press to set the recording starting level. HINT The input level can be set to Off, −48 dB, −24 dB, −12 dB or −6 dB. - Page 26 Capturing audio before recording starts (PRE REC) The input signal can be captured for about 2 seconds before is pressed. This is useful when a performance starts suddenly, for example. While pressing , press to turn it ON. Press This starts recording the input signal from 2 seconds earlier. NOTE This cannot be used with the SELF TIMER function.
- Page 27 Recording with the SELF TIMER Recording starts automatically after the set time passes. While pressing , press to set the timer. HINT The timer can be set to OFF, 3SEC, 5SEC or 10SEC. Press This starts the self timer countdown, and the REC LED blinks. HINT During the countdown, you can press again to start recording immediately.
- Page 28 Enabling the SOUND MARK function Tone signals (sound markers) can be output from the LINE OUT jack when recording is started and stopped. When recording audio for video with the , sending the output signal to the camera input can make aligning audio and video easier.
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Page 29: Adjusting Connected Equipment Levels (Playing Test Tones)
Adjusting connected equipment levels (playing test tones) When the is connected to a digital SLR camera or other external device, a test tone can be played to match their output levels. Minimize the input gain of the other device. NOTE If the automatic gain control function on the other device is on, turn it off. -
Page 30: Overdubbing
Overdubbing You can record over a file as it is playing back and save it as a new file. This is convenient when, for example, recording a performance one part at a time. Press to select a file. While pressing , press This starts overdubbing. -
Page 31: Monitoring Recording
Monitoring recording The sound being recorded can be monitored using headphones. Connect headphones to the PHONE/LINE OUT jack on the Press to adjust the monitoring volume. HINT The monitoring volume can be set from 0 to 100. -
Page 32: Using External Mics
Using external mics A connected mic can be used to record sound. Connect an external mic to the MIC/LINE IN jack on the Press This starts recording. NOTE • The built-in XY mic is disabled when an external mic is connected. •... -
Page 33: Playback
Playback Playing recordings Press to select the file for playback. Press The following operations are possible during playback. Pause/resume Press Search forward Press and hold Search backward Press and hold Add a mark Press during playback Jump to the next mark (if one exists) Press Play the next file (if no mark exists) Jump to the previous mark (if one exists) -
Page 34: Adjusting The Volume
Adjusting the volume Press HINT • The volume can be adjusted separately for the speaker and headphones. • The volume can be set from 0 to 100. -
Page 35: Using Repeat Playback
Using repeat playback Just the file currently playing or all the files saved on the microSD card can be played back repeatedly. Press to set the repeat type. The following repeat types can be used. Setting value Explanation Every file from the selected one to the last one will be played back. The selected file will be played repeatedly. -
Page 36: Deleting Marks
Deleting marks Marks added to files can be deleted when not needed. Pause playback. to jump to the mark that you want to delete. The function button on the far left changes from "MARK" to "DELETE MARK". Press to select "Delete", and press The selected mark will be deleted. -
Page 37: Checking File Information
Checking file information You can view a variety of information about the selected file. Press to select a file. Press Check the file information. Press to change the page. HINT The information items that can be viewed are the date and time, the recording format, the file size, and the recording length. -
Page 38: Using Additional Playback Functions
Using additional playback functions Press to switch to Play Mode, which allows you to use functions that are useful for listening to passages and transcribing words. Adjusting the playback position precisely The playback position can be adjusted a few seconds at a time. Press on the Playback Screen. - Page 39 Changing the playback speed Press on the Playback Screen. This activates Play Mode. Press to change the playback speed. HINT The playback speed can be set to ×0.50, ×0.75, ×1.00, ×1.50 or ×2.00. Press to exit Play Mode.
- Page 40 Using sound effects These effects can be applied to change the sound during playback. Press on the Playback Screen. This activates Play Mode. Press to select the sound effect to use. The following sound effects can be activated. Setting value Explanation The sound will not be changed.
- Page 41 Repeat playback of a set interval (A-B repeat) Playback can be repeated between two set points. Press on the Playback Screen. This activates Play Mode. to move the position where you want repeat playback to start. Press You can also press and move the position during playback.
- Page 42 Press to stop repeat playback. Press to exit Play Mode.
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Page 43: Working With Files
Working with files Deleting files Files that are not needed can be deleted. Press to select a file. HINT Files can be deleted on both the Recording Screen and the Playback Screen. Press to select "Delete", and press The selected file will be deleted. -
Page 44: Using Usb Functions
Using USB functions Connecting with other devices can be used as a card reader or audio interface when the is connected to a computer, iOS device or other equipment. When the Recording Screen is open, use a USB cable to connect the and the other equipment. -
Page 45: Using As A Card Reader
Using as a card reader You can use a computer to check the files saved on the microSD card and copy those files to the computer. Press on the USB screen to select "Card Reader", and press Use the computer to work with the files saved on the microSD card. When you want to disconnect, use the computer to end the USB connection with the Windows: Select from "Safely Remove Hardware". -
Page 46: Using As An Audio Interface
Using as an audio interface input signals can be input directly to a computer, iOS device or other equipment, and playback signals on a computer, iOS device or other equipment can be output from the Press on the USB screen to select "Audio I/F", and press to select the type of device, and press NOTE After selecting "iOS", follow the instructions on screen and disconnect the cable once. - Page 47 The following power sources can be selected. Setting value Explanation Bus Power Power is supplied from the connected device through the USB cable. Power is supplied by the batteries in the . Select this when connected to a com- Battery puter that has low USB bus power supply capability.
- Page 48 Enabling direct monitoring This directly outputs the input signal from the before sending it to the computer or iOS device. This enables monitoring without latency During audio interface operation, while pressing , press to turn it ON.
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Page 49: Making Various Settings
Making various settings Opening the SETTING screen Various settings can be made on the SETTING screen. While pressing , turn the power on. This opens the SETTING screen. -
Page 50: Setting The Date Format
Setting the date format The date format, which is used when adding dates to file names and when showing the date on the Playback Screen, can be changed. On the SETTING screen, use to select "Date/Time", and press to select "Date Format", and press to select the date format, and press The following date formats can be used. -
Page 51: Setting The Display Backlight
Setting the display backlight The display backlight can be set to turn off after a specific amount of time without use. On the SETTING screen, use to select "LCD", and press to select "Backlight", and press to set the amount of time until the backlight turns off, and press The time until the backlight turns off can be set as follows. -
Page 52: Adjusting The Display Contrast
Adjusting the display contrast On the SETTING screen, use to select "LCD", and press to select "Contrast", and press to adjust the contrast, and press HINT This can be set from 1 to 10. -
Page 53: Setting The Type Of Battery Used
Setting the type of battery used Set the type of battery used so that the amount of remaining battery charge can be shown accurately on the display. On the SETTING screen, use to select "Battery", and press to select the battery type, and press HINT The options are Alkaline, Ni-MH and Lithium. -
Page 54: Setting The Auto Power Off Function
Setting the Auto Power Off function When operating with batteries, the power will automatically turn off if it is not used for a set amount of time. On the SETTING screen, use to select "Auto Power Off", and press to set the time until the power turns off, and press Setting value Explanation The Auto Power Off function is disabled. -
Page 55: Setting How The Counter Appears
Setting how the counter appears The recording time shown during recording (counter) can be set to either the current elapsed recording time (count up) or the remaining possible recording time (count down). On the SETTING screen, use to select "Rec Setting", and press to select "Counter", and press Press to select how it is shown, and press... -
Page 56: Setting How Files Are Named
The following file name formats can be used. Setting value Explanation Files are named with consecutive numbers from "ZOOM0001.WAV/MP3" to ZOOM**** "ZOOM9999.WAV/.MP3". Files are named with the date and time, using a "YYMMDD-HHMMSS.WAV/MP3" YYMMDD-HHMMSS format. -
Page 57: Other Functions
Other functions Formatting microSD cards A microSD card that has been purchased or formatted by a computer should be formatted for use with the While pressing , turn the power on. This opens the SETTING screen. to select "SD Card", and press to select "Format", and press... - Page 58 to select "Execute", and press This formats the microSD card for use with the NOTE • Before using microSD cards that have just been purchased or that have been formatted on a computer, they must be formatted by the • Be aware that all data saved on the microSD card will be deleted when it is formatted.
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Page 59: Testing Microsd Card Performance
Testing microSD card performance A microSD card can be tested for usability with the A Quick Test can be done in a short amount of time, while a Full Test examines the entire microSD card. Conducting a Quick Test While pressing , turn the power on. - Page 60 to select "Quick Test", and press to select "Execute", and press This starts a quick test of the microSD card. Check the result when the test completes. The result of the evaluation is shown. NOTE Even if a performance test result is "OK", there is no guarantee that writing errors will not occur. Use this infor- mation as a guide.
- Page 61 Conducting a Full Test NOTE Use the AC adapter to supply power when conducting a full test (→ "Using an AC adapter"). While pressing , turn the power on. This opens the SETTING screen. to select "SD Card", and press to select "Test", and press...
- Page 62 to select "Full Test", and press The amount of time required for the full test will be shown. to select "Execute", and press This starts a full test of the microSD card. HINT You can press to pause and resume a test. Check the result when the test completes.
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Page 63: Checking The Versions
Checking the versions You can check the firmware versions. While pressing , turn the power on. This opens the SETTING screen. to select "Version", and press Check the firmware versions. -
Page 64: Restoring Default Setting Values
Restoring default setting values settings can be restored to their factory defaults. While pressing , turn the power on. This opens the SETTING screen. to select "Factory Reset", and press to select "Execute", and press This starts resetting the After the settings are reset, the power will automatically turn off. NOTE Input level settings will not be reset. -
Page 65: Updating The Firmware
"Using an 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 (→ "Inserting microSD cards"). - Page 66 After the firmware update completes, turn the power off. NOTE Executing a firmware update is not possible if the remaining battery power is low. Replace the batteries with new ones (→ "Using batteries") or connect the AC adapter (→ "Using an AC adapter").
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Page 67: Adding Languages
By adding new languages, the language displayed by the can be changed. Copy the file for the language you want to add to the root directory on a microSD card. NOTE Download language files from the ZOOM website (www.zoom.co.jp). Insert the microSD card into the (→ "Inserting microSD cards"). - Page 68 to select the language you want to add, and press The selected language will be added. HINT Added languages will be deleted if the is reset (→ "Restoring default setting values").
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Page 69: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If you think that the is operating strangely, check the following items first. Recording/playback trouble ■ No sound is output/volume is low • Confirm that the volume of the is not set too low (→ "Adjusting the volume"). • Check the volume of the computer, iOS device or other equipment connected to the ■... -
Page 70: Specifications
44.1/48kHz sampling rate, 16-bit depth, 2-in/2-out Transfer method: asynchronous Power 2 AAA batteries (alkaline, NiMH or lithium) AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5V/1A Estimated continuous recording time using About 10 hours (alkaline batteries, using built-in mic, 44.1 kHz/16-bit) batteries Note: The above value is approximate. - Page 71 ZOOM CORPORATION 4-4-3 Kanda-surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062 Japan www.zoom.co.jp Z2I-3120-02...