Using The X/Y Mic Technique - Zoom Q4n User Manual

Mic overview

Using the X/Y mic technique

CAUTION
Always use the mic slider to raise the mics. Moreover, do not use too much force when rotating the mics.
Excessive force could damage the mics.
NOTE
If the mics are not recognized as being in the X/Y position, they will be used as an A/B pair.
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When putting the mics away, rotate both outward before sliding the slider down.
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Slide the mic slider on the back up until it locks.
This raises the mics.
Rotate the left or right mic inward until it locks.
The mic locks when it clicks into place.
Rotate the other mic inward in the same way until it is
fixed in place.
The X/Y technique will become active and the mic indicator on
the LCD will change to XY.
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