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Page 1: Zoom Corporation
OPERATION MANUAL © ZOOM Corporation Reproduction of this manual, in whole or in part,by any means, is prohibited. -
Page 2: Special Features Of H4N
<MTR mode> which allows you to record You can also use the H4n as an SD card reader for your computer. You can even multiple tracks in multiple passes, overdubbing one or two tracks at a time. In take the recorded files from your computer and create an audio CD using those <STAMINA mode>... -
Page 3: The H4N Is Ideal For The Following Scenarios
The H4n is ideal for the following scenarios 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... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
6-5 Setting up: USB connection, H4n used as an Audio Interface ���� 033 Safety precautions for users ��������������������� 006 6-6 Setting up: USB connection, H4n used as a SD card reader ����� 035 Copyright warnings ������������������������� 007 6-7 Setting up: Built-in speaker ������������������� 036 7-1 About H4n modes �����������������������... - Page 5 1-06-3 Setting / Recording: Recording <ALWAYS NEW> in MTR mode �� 058 3-03-5 Effect <EDIT (EFX) >, editing EFX modules ����������� 086 1-07 Setting / Recording: TRACK MENU in MTR mode �������� 059 3-03-6 Effect <EDIT (LEVEL/RENAME) > ��������������� 087 1-08-1 Setting / Recording: Re-recording, <PUNCH IN/OUT> automatic �...
- Page 6 Edit / Output : <DIVIDE> ������������������� 116 Effect types on MTR mode and the parameter ������������� 139 5-13 Edit / Output : <MOVE> ������������������� 117 H4n patch list ��������������������������� 145 5-14 Edit / Output : <NEW PROJECT> ��������������� 118 H4n products spec ������������������������� 147 5-15 Edit / Output : <PROJECT (SELECT) > �������������...
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Page 7: Safety Precautions For Users
If the users ignore this symbol and handle the cover should be closed. device the wrong way, serious injury or death Do not use the H4n at a loud volume for a long could result. Environment time since this can cause hearing impairment. -
Page 8: 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. -
Page 9: Getting Started
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Page 10: 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. - Page 11 Playback RECORD Edit·Output (Recording again and confirm from scratch) 5) The H4n has very convenient 6) In MTR mode the punch-in/ 7) The recordings are saved as Recording on STEREO mode/ ways to swiftly review/playback punch-out function enables you FILES and PROJECTS, and you STAMINA mode………P.049...
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Page 12: 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. Confirm RECORD READY Power switch STEREO OR STANDBY MODE CONDITION Input from the built-in microphones [POWER] STEREO switch on. - Page 13 ADJUST START STOP PLAYBACK INPUT LEVEL RECORDING RECORDING DECREASE INCREASE [PLAYBACK] [STOP] − Press. Press. Press. Press. light on light off Counter turns Now recording Counter returns 0:00:00:00:000 [BACK PANEL] mark Remaining time on SD CARD Adjust the input sound rec level [RIGHT PANEL] Pause Recording...
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Page 14: 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) Input jacks for external stereo microphone STEREO/4CH/MTR mode indicator A built-in mono speaker Backlight Equipped Display Threaded Tripod mount • Short cut buttons on STEREO/4CH mode [1] <FOLDER> Battery cover... - Page 15 [RIGHT PANEL] [LEFT PANEL] [BOTTOM PANEL] DC5V AC ADAPTER jack Optional remote-control jack [DIAL] [LINE/PHONE] output jack [MENU] button Installed hole for a strap VOLUME [ + / − ] REC LEVEL [ + / − ] XLR/STANDARD PHONE XLR/STANDARD PHONE INPUT [1] jack INPUT [2] jack USB port...
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Page 16: 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. MAIN BODY CASE Instruction manual 2 AA batteries (for testing the unit) -
Page 17: Remote Control
Remote control (Option, sold separately) Operation of 〉 〉 〉 〉 P.045 remote control [FRONT PANEL] [SIDE PANEL]... -
Page 18: Battery/Power Setting
3 Battery/Power setting Power for H4n recorder is supplied by 2 AA batteries or the AD-14 Power Adapter (sold separately). • AC power operation • Battery installation Open the battery An AC adapter is specified. Install two size AA batteries (IEC R6) compartment cover. - Page 19 * Approximate lifetime when it is used for continuous recording on WAV 44.1 kHz/16bit format. turned on via USB bus power supply. This function is only available when the H4n is used as an SD card reader or an audio interface. • Remaining lifetime of the battery HINT: When “Low Battery!”...
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Page 20: Power On And Off, How To Use Power And Hold Switch
Make sure all equipment is turned off. • Before switching the power on, lower the volume of instruments and monitors connected to the H4n. Insert SD card. • If the display reads "No Card" when boot- ing up, make sure... - Page 21 POWER OFF / SHUT DOWN HOLD Function [Preparation] The H4n features a HOLD function to make Turn off monitors first then instruments any button operation inactive, preventing errors during recording. To engage the hold function, [Power Off _ Shut down] Slide the power switch.
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Page 22: 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. [FRONT PANEL] STEREO/4CH/STAMINA MODE MTR MODE [REC] button [REC] button Enter recording standby mode and... -
Page 23: 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 STEREO/4CH/STAMINA MODE Move to the Switch from ‘RECORDING’ to ‘PLAYBACK’ of the <FOLDER SELECT>... -
Page 24: How To Use The Input [Mic], [1] And [2] Buttons
Use all input sources like [MIC], [1] and [2] = All [MIC], [1] and [2] light on. When you switch to 4CH, H4n will receive 2- system stereo inputs from [MIC] and [1] [2] altogether. When you press the lighted button, each shows its input level and you can make adjustment to recording level operating [REC LEVEL]. -
Page 25: How To Use Rec Level And Volume
4-5 How to use REC LEVEL and VOLUME 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 The recording levels coming from the INPUT [1] & [2] can REC LEVEL be adjusted from 1 to 100 with the (+/−) key. -
Page 26: 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. [RIGHT PANEL] The basic operation for [DIAL] Rotate the [DIAL] = select an item [ DIAL ] Rotate the [DIAL], and the cursor on the display will move along the [DIAL] Select... - Page 27 The operation when [ ] cursor is on display (Date·Time Setting, Changing File Name Directory, etc) Pressing [DIAL] in, change [DIAL] operation on the top screen When you rotate the [DIAL], the numbers and letters. [ ] moves accordingly. Moving [DIAL] on the top screen, [ ] move accordingly.
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Page 28: Insert A Sd Card
SD card has This “War ning” will show MP3 44.1 kHz/128 kbps approx. 68 hours not been formatted in the H4n. To format, when an SD card is not in (measured in terms of stereo track) a recognized format. Select press [DIAL] down and select OK button. -
Page 29: Set Date And Time
5-2 Set date and time <DATE/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. Set YEAR➝MONTH➝DAY➝TIME Press. (Time: Minute: Second) Select the item on <DATE/TIME>: Select <SYSTEM>... -
Page 30: 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. Remote control (option) Stereo microphones Headphones Monitor SD card INPUT: instrument Mixer (keyboard) INPUT: instrument (microphone) INPUT: instrument Personal computer (PC) (guitar) H4n’s very own AC adapter... -
Page 31: Setting Up: Built-In Microphones
The H4n utilizes an X Y stereo mic configuration. By placing two microphones in a crossed pattern (opposing angles), the H4n can cover a wide area and capture sound sources in the center with clarity and definition. Sounds reach both mics simultaneously, and therefore no phase cancellation occurs between right and left channels. -
Page 32: Setting Up: Built-In Microphones /Outside Microphone With Plug-In Power
External microphone recording Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start Please put H4n 30 - 50 cm away from the When you use the external microphone, be sure to operation from the top screen. sound source. -
Page 33: Setting Up: Input [1], [2] Connections And Phantom Power Source
6-4 Setting up: INPUT [1], [2] connections and phantom power source Using INPUT [1] and INPUT [2] you can connect to a guitar, a bass, a keyboard, etc. [How to make setting of <PHANTOM> power] Connecting to instruments Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start For a guitar or a bass, you can operation from the top screen. -
Page 34: 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 Connect H4n to Select <FREQUENCY> power ON computer with USB cable. and press. Connect H4n... - Page 35 44.1kHz. [Selection of input source] • You do not need a specific driver to use the H4n as an USB audio When you select an input the corresponding To monitor input signals, you must turn the interface.
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Page 36: 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. NOTE: After it’s powered ‘ON’, From connect the H4n to the computer • Before physically unplugging USB power ON with the USB cable. -
Page 37: 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:... -
Page 38: 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... -
Page 39: Selecting A
• 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 Press. when turned off. • When booting up for the first time, the default mode is ‘STEREO’. -
Page 40: Details About Modes
MTR mode STAMINA MODE In STEREO mode, you can select 2 different inputs In 4CH MODE the H4n records two stereo You can record tracks in MONO or STEREO from either INPUT[MIC] or INPUT[1] and INPUT[2], WAV files: one stereo WAV file for the built-in INPUT [1], INPUT [2] or the internal microphones. -
Page 41: Mode> Screens: Stereo And Stamina Modes
8-1 <MODE> screens: STEREO and STAMINA modes • Explanation of the top screen Display of recorder’s condition Counter REMAINING BATTERY LIFETIME during battery running Recording lapse and playback lapse: STOP Display: 00(time):00(minute):00(second):000(1/1000second) Recording Standby When the display of “Low Battery” is shown, blink it is time to change battery. -
Page 42: Mode> Screen: 4Ch Mode
8-2 <MODE> screen: 4CH mode • Explanation of the top screen Display of recorder’s condition Counter REMAINING BATTERY LIFETIME during battery running Recording lapse and playback lapse: STOP Display: 00(time):00(minute):00(second):000(1/1000second) Recording Standby When the display of “Low Battery” is shown, blink it is time to change battery. -
Page 43: Mode> Screen: Mtr Mode
8-3 <MODE> screen: MTR mode • Explanation of the top screen [DIAL] operations ➀ ➁ ➂ ➃ on the top screen Display of recorder’s condition Counter ➀ Recording lapse and playback lapse: Counter Function: STOP ☞ Ref. P.102 Appoint time Display: 00(time):00(minute):00(second):000(1/1000second) Recording Standby [REC] button... -
Page 44: Mode> Screen: Main Menu
8-4 <MODE> screen: MAIN MENU The Menu icon list is displayed by [MENU] button. <FOLDER> <FILE> <INPUT> <REC> <TOOL> Press. STEREO mode Select items and press. STAMINA mode <FOLDER> <FILE> <INPUT> <REC> <TOOL> CANCEL: To return back to the top, p re s s [ M E N U ] b u t t o n 4CH mode more than 2 seconds. - Page 45 Display at the bottom of Menu screen In the recording and playback menu, the current re- cording condition is displayed at the bottom left of the screen. <PLAY MODE> <SYSTEM> <SD CARD> <USB> <MODE> On the right bottom of the screen the current folder number i s d i s p l a y e d ( O n S t e r e o , 4 c h a n d...
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Page 46: Option: Remote Control Operation
9 Option: Remote control operation When you use the optional remote controller, you can operate the H4n from a distance. Recording and placing marks. Engages recording standby condition and Remote control button operation Stop counter resets to 0. Start recording and the counter begins to... -
Page 47: Operations
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Page 48: Setting / Recording: Set Input Source And Recording Level
1-01 Setting / Recording: Set input source and recording level Control settings for the targets, built-in microphones or external input jacks. 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]. Built-in microphones Built-in Microphones INPUT [1] jack... - Page 49 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 Press the selected track and input button. SELECT the input to 2 tracks and adjust. Press REC LEVEL and adjust the level.
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Page 50: Setting / Recording: Recording In Stereo And Stamina Mode
1-02 Setting / Recording: Recording in STEREO and STAMINA mode These are the steps to begin recording in STEREO or STAMINA mode. [RECORDING DIRECTION] Adjust the recording Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start level of the input source. operation from the top screen. - Page 51 HINT: [TEMPORARY STOP] <REC FORMAT> <FILE NAME> change MARK In STEREO mode you can Recorded files are named When the recording format light blinks record in 19 different file for- a u t o m a t i c a l l y. Yo u c a n is WAV, you can mark your Press mats using WAV and MP3.
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Page 52: Setting / Recording: Recording Format
1-03 Setting / Recording: Recording format <REC FORMAT> Choose recording file settings <REC FORMAT> before recording. NOTE: Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start How to use WAV and MP3 format operation from the top screen. REC FORMAT •... -
Page 53: Setting / Recording: File Name
1-04 Setting / Recording: File name <FILE NAME> When recording, a file name is automatically assigned. To change that, take the following steps. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. File Name STEREO mode: STE-×××.wav (mp3) : 'STE-'3 figures, extension Press. -
Page 54: Setting / Recording: Recording On 4Ch Mode
1-05 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] Adjust the recording level Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start of the input sources. - Page 55 HINT: [TEMPORARY STOP] FILE NAME <REC FORMAT> CHANGE Mark On 4CH mode the input from If you want change, operate before While the recording format is WAV, light blinks t h e b u i l t - i n a n d t h e e x t e r n a l recording.
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Page 56: Setting / Recording: Recording In Mtr Mode
1-06-1 Setting / Recording: Recording in MTR mode Using multiple tracks, you can combine mono and stereo recordings. Change to <REC MODE>, <OVERWRITE/ ALWAYS NEW> [RECORDING DIRECTION] Press the [MENU] button for Change to MTR mode more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. - Page 57 About INPUT SOURCE and TRACK Only one recording track Two recording tracks 1. Input source comes from either INPUT [1] or INPUT [2]. 1. Input source comes from either INPUT [1] or INPUT [2]. INPUT [1] or [2] TRACK Track 1 or 3 INPUT [1] or [2] Track 2 or 4 The same signals are sent to both tracks.
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Page 58: Setting / Recording: Recording
1-06-2 Setting / Recording: Recording <OVER WRITE> in MTR mode You can select from two recording modes. Using the <OVERWRITE> 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.In Mtr Mode -
Page 59: Setting / Recording: Recording
1-06-3 Setting / Recording: Recording <ALWAYS NEW> in MTR mode In ALWAYS NEW, a new file is made whenever it records. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Choose the appropriate Input setting �...In Mtr Mode -
Page 60: Setting / Recording: Track Menu In Mtr Mode
1-07 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. - Page 61 Only on MTR MODE NOTE: NOTE: NOTE: • You cannot record on the <KARAOKE> track. Setting for <STEREO LINK>, • You can only playback a mono file on 'MONO TRACK' and • When the <STEREO LINK> turns on automatically with a <FILE>...
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Page 62: Setting / Recording: Re-Recording,
1-08-1 Setting / Recording: Re-recording, <PUNCH IN/OUT> automatic This function, <PUNCH IN/OUT>, allows you to partially re-record a recorded file. Here we explain how to start <PUNCH IN> and end <PUNCH OUT> automatically. Press the [MENU] button for Change from <REC MODE> more than 2 seconds, and start to <OVERWRITE>...Automatic - Page 63 Only on MTR MODE NOTE Setting available on MTR mode and <OVERWRITE> recording. Set the recording end position, <PUNCH OUT> Re-recording Rewind the file to the head Press the desirable position for ‘PUNCH OUT’. (Counter: 0) or to the position to start re-recording ‘PUNCH IN’.
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Page 64: Setting / Recording: Re-Recording,
1-08-2 Setting / Recording: Re-recording, <PUNCH IN/OUT> 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 Change from <REC MODE>...Manual - Page 65 Only on MTR MODE Re-recording (Manual <PUNCH IN/OUT>) Press [FINISH RECORDING]. Performance (Not recording). light off Press [START RECORDING]. light on Press [PLAYBACK FINISH]. light on light on Performance (Recording). → RECORDING START FINISH RECORDING PLAY PLAY Start Stop Re-recording...
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Page 66: Recording Function
2-01-1 Recording function <AUTO REC> The H4n can detect when the input level surpasses your predetermined level, and can automatically start recording from the recording standby position. Pressing the [MENU] button long for two seconds, start to operate from the top screen of the MODE. -
Page 67: Recording Function
2-01-2 Recording function <AUTO REC STOP> When <AUTO REC> is on and recording, the H4n will automatically stop recording when the input level goes below a predetermined level. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. -
Page 68: Recording Function
Select <ON> and press. Press. Select <REC> and press. HINT In PRE REC mode the H4n will pre-record audio two sec- onds before the record button is pressed. Select <PRE REC> and press. NOTE • You cannot use this setting during recording and playback. -
Page 69: Recording Function
2-03 Recording function <LO CUT> The <LO CUT> filter setting allows you to eliminate wind or blowing noises. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Select the setting input source. Press. Select <INPUT>... -
Page 70: Recording Function
2-04 Recording function <COMP/LIMIT> The <COMP / LIMIT> 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 Select the setting input source. -
Page 71: Recording Function
2-05 Recording function <REC LEVEL AUTO> This function automatically sets the level for recording. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. HINT: When <REC LEVEL AUTO> is used, the unit automatically Press. -
Page 72: Recording Function
2-06 Recording function <MONITOR> Turning on the MONITOR function allows you to monitor input signals at all times. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Select <ON> and press. Press. Select <INPUT> and press. HINT: You can always monitor the input source through [LINE/ Select <MONITOR>... -
Page 73: Recording Function
2-07 Recording function <MONO MIX> Engaging <MONO MIX> blends the left and right signals down to mono then records dual-mono to each left and right channel. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Select <MONO MIX>... -
Page 74: Recording Function
2-08 Recording function <MS STEREO MATRIX> This function enables you to convert the stereo microphone signals when using a MID/SIDE recording configuration. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Press. <ON / OFF> <MID LEVEL>... - Page 75 NOTE: <SIDE LEVEL> <SOURCE> <CH SETTING> You cannot use this function A bi-directional microphone <SIDE> and Enable to select what input is effective. Allocate <MID> inputs and <SIDE> together with <MONO MIX>. <MID> are perpendicular each other. (Only on 4CH mode) inputs between Setting value: MUTE, −48.0 _ +12.0dB L-ch (INPUT [1]) and R-ch (INPUT [2]).
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Page 76: Tuner
3-01-1 Tuner <TUNER (CHROMATIC) > The H4n features a tuner with multiple tuning modes. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Tuning. Press. The indicator shows the input signals are higher or lower than the ‘NOTE’... -
Page 77: Tuner, All Other
3-01-2 Tuner, all other <TUNER> Aside from CHROMATIC, there are other tuning modes such as GUITAR, BASS, OPEN A, OPEN D, OPEN E, OPEN G and DADGAD. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Tuning. -
Page 78: Tuner
3-01-3 Tuner <TUNER (CALIB) > This function allows you to calibrate the tuner. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Select <CALIB> press. Press. Select <TOOL> and press. Select frequency numbers. Select <TUNER>... -
Page 79: Tuner
3-01-4 Tuner <TUNER (INPUT) > Only on 4CH MODE In 4CH mode you can select the input source for the tuner. HINT: Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start Tuning display Tuner type and code operation from the top screen. String number/ note name 〈... -
Page 80: Metronome
3-02 Metronome <METRONOME> The metronome has other convenient functions such as click, pre-count, tempo, sound, etc. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Press. <CLICK> <PRE COUNT> This setting turns the metronome on or off dur- Set the count number just before the ing recording, playback or both. - Page 81 NOTE: 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. <TEMPO> <SOUND> <PATTERN> <LEVEL> Set the metronome speed. Set the metronome tone.
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Page 82: All About Effect
3-03-1 All about EFFECT Brief outline about how to use <EFFECT>, its flow, input and output [Flow of the EFFECT] P.038 Change of the mode (MTR mode) #3 Import the patch <IMPORT> #1 Use <EFFECT> #2 Edit the patch <EDIT> Select the mode P.083 Use the pre-set patch as it is... - Page 83 Only on MTR MODE 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] TRACK...
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Page 84: Effect
3-03-2 Effect <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. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Select No. -
Page 85: Effect
3-03-3 Effect <EDIT>, patch edit Only on MTR MODE You can create your own patch by combining effects and adjusting the parameter settings. EDIT MENU Select the desired sound No. :PATCH NAME and press. <PRE AMP> <LEVEL> PRE AMP module contains Adjust PATCH level., Patch Edit -
Page 86: Effect
3-03-4 Effect <EDIT (PRE AMP) >, editing PRE AMP modules Only on MTR MODE You can edit the PATCH using PRE SET EFFECT. Select the desired PATCH and edit it..P084 ADJUST PRE AMP module ADJUST PARAMETER Select <PRE AMP>and press. ICON PRE AMP MODULE CONDITION ON / OFF..., Editing Pre Amp Modules -
Page 87: Effect
3-03-5 Effect <EDIT (EFX) >, editing EFX modules Only on MTR MODE Edit the patch by selecting from various parameters that correspond closest to your desired effect. Select the nearest image PATCH and edit it..P084 ADJUST EFX module Select <EFX> and press. ICON HINT: PRE AMP MODULE CONDITION..., Editing Efx Modules -
Page 88: Effect
3-03-6 Effect <EDIT (LEVEL/RENAME) > Only on MTR MODE Adjust the levels of the patch and change the name. EFFECT 〈EDIT〉 …P.084 LEVEL RENAME Select <RENAME> and Select <LEVEL> and press. press. Change the number and Change the PATCH name press. -
Page 89: Effect
3-03-7 Effect <EDIT (STORE) > Only on MTR MODE EFFECT 〈EDIT〉 …P.084 STORE Select <STORE> and press. NOTE: The items you edited have ‘ED’ display and confirmed by <STORE>operation. Select not <STORE>. Confirmed <STORE>. Select the ‘PATCH No.’ (not stored) where to save and press. -
Page 90: Effect
3-03-8 Effect <IMPORT>, taking in a patch from another PROJECT You can apply the edited and saved EFFECT PATCH, used in other project to the current PROJECT. SELECTED EFFECT...P.083<EFFECT> <ALL> read in all patches Press <IMPORT> from Select PROJECT Select <NEXT> and press. the <EFFECT>..., Taking In A Patch From Another Project - Page 91 Only on MTR MODE <EACH> import one patch Select <NEXT> and press. Select <YES> and press. The patch selected at step6 is now imported to the present project. Select an import patch and press. NOTE: When pressing the <IMPORT>, “No Other Project!”...
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Page 92: A Sing-Along Machine
3-04-1 A sing-along machine <KARAOKE> preparation Create spontaneous music files and convert them into KARAOKE form, then record vocals or additional guitar sounds over those files. [Flow of the KARAOKE] Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen.Preparation - Page 93 Only on MTR MODE Continue to the next page Make CENTER CANCELATION of the KARAOKE track Change the KEY of KARAOKE track Select TRACK MENU icon Select TRACK MENU icon and press. and press. HINT: The contents of KARAOKE Select <CNT CANCEL> and press. Select <KEY>...
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Page 94: A Sing-Along Machine
3-04-2 A sing-along machine <KARAOKE> recording Only on MTR MODE A slight adjustment of KARAOKE TRACK KEY. Recording on KARAOKE Select TRACK MENU icon Connect the microphone. and press. Press the INPUT button corresponding to the connected input jack. Select the track menu icon and press. Select <FINE>...Recording -
Page 95: Playback : Playback Files (Stereo, 4Ch And Stamina Modes)
4-01 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. -
Page 96: Playback :
4-02 Playback : <PLAY MODE> 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. -
Page 97: Playback : Setting Marks
4-03 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, How to create marks press the [REC] button. Mark A Mark B How to playback the marked file FILE You can move to the marked position... -
Page 98: Playback :
4-04 Playback : <AB REPEAT> The <AB REPEAT> repeat setting allows you to playback two points on the file repeatedly. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. [START PLAYBACK] Press. Press. Select <TOOL>... - Page 99 HINT: NOTE: Caution: After setting up A and B During recording and playback, When you move around in the file using [FF] points press the [REC] button, you cannot make any settings and [REW] buttons and whenever you press you can cancel all settings. after Step 3 of <AB REPEAT>.
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Page 100: Playback :
4-05 Playback : <SPEED> Only on STEREO MODE You can adjust playback speed of the file. "Short cut" Press the [MENU] button for Pressing TRACK more than 2 seconds, and start on the top screen. operation from the top screen. Adjust playback speed. -
Page 101: Playback :
4-06 Playback : <MIXER> Only on 4CH MODE In 4CH mode you can use the mixer to adjust the playback LEVEL and PAN settings of two stereo files. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation <LEVEL>... -
Page 102: Playback : Playback Files (Mtr Mode)
4-07 Playback : Playback files (MTR mode) Only on 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. TRACK ［ 1］ ［2 ］ ［3］ ［4］... -
Page 103: Playback : Appointing Time With A Counter
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. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Set the time: Select the figures according Select the counter... -
Page 104: Edit / Output :
5-01 Edit / Output : <FOLDER SELECT> Select the folder that contains your targeted file. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Press. Select <FOLDER> and press. "Short cut" Pressing TRACK on the top screen. -
Page 105: Edit / Output :
5-02 Edit / Output : <FILE SELECT> Selecting playback files from the file list. 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. Select <SELECT> and press. Press. Select <FILE> and press. "Short cut"... -
Page 106: Edit / Output :
5-03 Edit / Output : <FILE INFORMATION> This function displays the selected file information. SELECTING THE FILES…P.104 <FILE SELECT> Select <INFORMATION> and press. NAME Name of the file The recorded date of the file, or the renewal date when DATE it created by PC or other device. -
Page 107: Edit / Output :
5-04 Edit / Output : <FILE DELETE> Delete a selected file. SELECTING THE FILES…P.104 <FILE SELECT> Select <DELETE> and press. Select <YES> and press. a deleting file NOTE: Caution; Once deleted, you cannot retrieve the file. -
Page 108: Edit / Output :
5-05 Edit / Output : <FILE DELETE ALL> Delete all the files in the folders and projects. SELECTING THE FILES…P.104 <FILE SELECT> Select <DELETE ALL> and press. Select <YES> and press. The name of the folder or the project to delete files. NOTE: Once deleted, you cannot retrieve the file. -
Page 109: Edit / Output :
5-06 Edit / Output : <FILE (COPY)> Only on MTR MODE 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. -
Page 110: Edit / Output :
5-07 Edit / Output : <FILE RENAME> 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 <FILE SELECT> [Input a letter or number.] Select <RENAME>... - Page 111 HINT: NOTE: When converting letters, In case of two files with the Display when the file same name. The display name is over follow the next order: shows "This file name already 12 characters. When the name of the file exists!", the screen returns (space)!#$%&'()+,-01234 has more than 12 letters, a...
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Page 112: Edit / Output :
5-08 Edit / Output : <FILE MP3 ENCODE> Only on STEREO MODE In STEREO MODE you can encode a WAV FILE into MP3 format at various bit rates. SELECTING THE FILES…P.104 <FILE SELECT> Select <MP3 ENCODE> and press. Select <EXECUTE> and press. Select <BIT RATE>... -
Page 113: Edit / Output :
5-09 Edit / Output : <FILE NORMALIZE> This function automatically adjusts the volume level of a recorded file for enhanced sound quality and audio consistency. SELECTING THE FILES…P.104<FILE SELECT> Select <NORMALIZE> and press. Select <YES> and press. NOTE: <NORMALIZE> function is only available for files recorded in WAV format... -
Page 114: Edit / Output :
5-10 Edit / Output : <FILE STEREO ENCODE> This function will mix down a 4CH file to a stereo file. The resulting files are stored in the folder in STEREO mode. SELECTING THE FILES…P.104 <FILE SELECT> You should select to make MIXER Select <STEREO ENCODE>... - Page 115 Only on 4CH MODE HINT: Select the folder on STEREO mode Select <SAVE IN> EXECUTION You cannot have two files to save the encoded files. with the same name. If the Select <EXECUTE> screen says “File name exists!”, Select <SAVE IN> and press. and press.
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Page 116: Edit / Output :
The mark the user created. lighter. WAV96kHz/16bit WAV48kHz/16bit WAV44.1kHz/16bit WAV48kHz/24bit NOTE: WAV44.1kHz/24bit ☞ WAV48kHz/16bit Ref. The H4n will place the mark on the WAV44.1kHz/16bit P.051 <REC FORMAT> point automatically when sound Light P.096 Setting the mark dropout happens during recording. -
Page 117: Edit / Output
5-12 Edit / Output : <DIVIDE> Only on STEREO MODE On STEREO MODE, you can divide files at any desired position. SELECTING THE FILES…P.104 <FILE SELECT> [DIVIDE POSITION] Select <DIVIDE> and press. You should press at the desirable dividing spot. Operation of button on <DIVIDE>... -
Page 118: Edit / Output :
5-13 Edit / Output : <MOVE> NOTE: This function is used to move files to a different folder or mode. MOVABLE FILE FORMAT • Only stereo files can move to SELECTING THE FILES…P.104 <FILE SELECT> stereo folder. Monaural files Select <NEXT> and press. cannot move to the stereo fold- ers. -
Page 119: Edit / Output :
To change the name of the new project. Numbering of the projects Press. Select <NAME> and • The H4n numbers new press. projects automatically. • You cannot change the Select <PROJECT> and press. number. • You can use the same name in multiple projects Select the letter to change and press. -
Page 120: Edit / Output :
5-15 Edit / Output : <PROJECT (SELECT) > Only on MTR MODE Select a project stored on the SD card. 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. -
Page 121: Edit / Output :
5-16 Edit / Output : <PROJECT (DELETE) > Only on MTR MODE This function will delete a project. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Select a project to be Press. deleted and press. -
Page 122: Edit / Output :
Select <OK> and press. HINT: Select the project to change Project number; the name and press. • The H4n numbers new proj- When you change letters, you can change in ects automatically. the following order: • You cannot change the number. -
Page 123: Edit / Output :
5-18 Edit / Output : <PROJECT (COPY) > Only on MTR MODE Copy the project and create a new project with a new number. 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. -
Page 124: Edit / Output :
5-19 Edit / Output : <PROJECT (BOUNCE) > You can combine tracks created in MTR mode and mix them down to one mono or stereo track. 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. - Page 125 Only on MTR MODE Select output file format: mono or stereo Execution HINT: Select <FORMAT> and press. Select <EXECUTE> and press. B O U N C E m e a n s t o p u t together the various music data divided in different tracks and files into the stereo or monaural files.
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Page 126: Edit / Output :
5-20 Edit / Output : <PROJECT (PROTECT) > Only on MTR MODE 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. -
Page 127: Utility :
6-01 Utility : <DISPLAY BACK LIGHT> You can set the lighting time of the LCD BACK LIGHT on the display. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Select the time you desire and press. Press. -
Page 128: Utility :
6-02 Utility : <DISPLAY CONTRAST> Adjust the display contrast. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Change the number Press. and press. Select <SYSTEM> and press. * You can adjust from #1 to #8. A higher the number corresponds to more contrast. -
Page 129: Utility :
6-03 Utility : <BATTERY TYPE> By setting your battery type, H4n can correctly display the remaining lifetime of the battery. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Select the battery type and Press. -
Page 130: Utility :
6-04 Utility : <VERSION> After it starts, the version of H4n can be confirmed. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Press. Select <SYSTEM> and press. Select <VERSION> and press. NOTE:... -
Page 131: Utility :
6-05 Utility : <FACTORY RESET> Returns all the settings back to the original default condition. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Select <YES> and press. Press. Select <SYSTEM> and press. Select <FACTORY RESET>... -
Page 132: Utility :
6-06 Utility : <REMAIN> You can confirm the remaining capacity of the SD CARD. Press the [MENU] button for more than 2 seconds, and start operation from the top screen. Press. Select <SD CARD> and press. Select <REMAIN> and press. NOTE: approximate remaining capacity... -
Page 133: Utility :
Select <SD CARD> and press. HINT: “Format Card” If you insert an SD card not format- ted for the H4n, during boot up the unit says “Format Card?” NOTE: Select <FORMAT> and press. • You cannot use this setting during recording and playback. -
Page 134: Utility :
6-08 Utility : <VERSION UP> If H4n (and SD card) is connected to the computer (PC) that has access to the internet, you can download H4n software upgrades. You can verify H4n version The version of at <SYSTEM (VERSION)>. the main body... -
Page 135: Utility: How To Use H2 And H4 Sd Cards
6-09 Utility: How to use H2 and H4 SD cards When you use the SD cards for H2 and H4 in the H4n, you can move their files and projects to the H4n. Insert SD card for H2/H4 unit into H4n and boot up the unit. -
Page 137: Reference
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Page 138: Main Spec List By Mode
Main spec list by mode STEREO MODE STAMINA STEREO WAV: 44.1/48/96kHz 16/24bit 44.1kHz 16it STEREO WAV, STEREO MP3: STEREO WAV × 2： MONAURAL WAV, 44.1 kHz/16bit WAV type only Recording Format 48, 56, 64,80,96,112,128,160,192, 44.1/48kHz 16/24bit those total 4 tracks can be (fixed) 224,256, combined... -
Page 139: Available Setting Menu List By Each Mode
Available setting menu list by each mode SYSTEM INPUT SETTING PROJECT STEREO STAMINA STEREO STAMINA STEREO STAMINA DATE/TIME LO CUT NEW PROJECT − − − − BACK LIGHT COMP/LIMIT − − SELECT − − − LCD CONTRAST MONITOR RENAME − −... -
Page 140: Effect Types On Mtr Mode And The Parameter
Combination of Fender Combo amp and Ibanez TS-9 registered trademarks of their respective owners. The names are used only to illustrate sonic characteristics and do not indicate any affiliation with ZOOM CORPORATION. SD+MSstk Combination of Marshall stack amp and Boss SD-1... - Page 141 ZOOM. • Manufacturer names and product names mentioned in this table are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. The names are used only to illustrate sonic characteristics and do not indicate any affiliation with ZOOM CORPORATION.
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Page 142: Efx Module
Effect types on MTR mode and the parameter ■ EFX module ● Compressor/limiter effect types ● Modulation effect types This is a compressor which attenuates high-level signals This is an auto wah effect that tracks the input signal RackComp AUTO WAH and boosts lowlevel signals. - Page 143 This effect produces a metallic ringing sound. Adjusting the This effect produces a resonating and strongly undulating RING MOD FLANGER FREQUENCY drastic change of sound character. sound. Selects the insertion position of the EFX module: (1) DEPTH 0 − 100 Adjusts the modulation depth.
- Page 144 Effect types on MTR mode and the parameter ● Delay/reverb effect types This effect lends spatial depth to the sound by reproduc- This effect varies the sound like a talking modulator. ing the ambient atmosphere of a room. Adjusts the frequency range in which the effect (1) SIZE 1 −...
- Page 145 This is a reverse delay with a long delay time of up to [Table] RvsDelay 2500 milliseconds. Parameters with a < > symbol can be selected in note units, using 10−2500 (1) TIME Adjusts the delay time. ( Ref. P144) the metronome tempo as reference.
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Page 146: H4N Patch List
H4n patch list Effect patches in this page" Patch List" can be used in 4track mode and audio interface func- tion. (with sampling rate in 44.1kHz ) PREAMP Category Patch Name Description module module Fender Clean Basic clean sound optimized for recording. - Page 147 * Manufacturer names and product names mentioned in this patch list are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners and do not indicate any affiliation with ZOOM CORPORATION. All product and artist names are intended only to illustrate sonic characteristics that were used as reference in the development of this product.
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Page 148: H4N Products Spec
USB functions can be operated by USB bus power A/D conversion 24 bit 24 bit × 128 oversampling DC 5 V 1A AC from AC adapter ( ZOOM AD-14 ） , Power D/A conversion 24 bit 24 bit × 128 oversampling... -
Page 149: When You Think Something May Be Wrong With Your Machine
• Verify that there is sufficient free space on the SD card. • When playback is carried out with a track in recording standby condition, a temporary file is created in the H4n. If the remaining capacity of the SD card is Other problems low, the temporary file may use up all the remaining space, causing playback to stop. -
Page 150: Index
Index EDIT (STORE) [4CH MODE] P139 Effect types and parameters P37·39 Details Copyright warnings Effects Mode and top screen CANCEL operation IMPORT P37·38 P145 Mode selection CARIB/TUNER Patch List Playback operation CHROMATIC/TUNER EFX module/EFFECT Recording operation COMP/LIMIT Connections P130 FACTORY RESET [FILE] AB repeat FILE (COPY) - Page 151 [MENU] button operations On-mic recording METRONOME Over write recording mode P100 IMPORT/EFFECT MIXER INPUT [MIC][1][2] buttons operations Mixing P37−44 INPUT/TUNER MODE MONITOR PATCH EDIT/EFFECT MONO MIX Patch List P145 MOVE P117 PAN/TRACK MENU [KARAOKE] P111 MP3 ENCODE Phantom power Preparation MP3 file format PLAY MODE Recording...
- Page 152 REC FORMAT Mode and top screen [USB connection] P17·38 REC LEVEL AUTO Mode setting H4n used as a SD card reader REC LEVEL operations Playback operation H4n used as an Audio Interface [REC] button operations Recording operation USB bus power...
- Page 153 The FCC regulation warning (for U.S.A.) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
- Page 156 4-4-3 Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062 Japan Web Site: www.zoom.co.jp © 2014 ZOOM CORPORATION Z2I-2089-01...
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