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Page 1 Operation Manual © 2018 ZOOM CORPORATION Copying or reprinting this manual in part or in whole without permission is prohibited.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Playback Contents ......................02 Usage and Safety Precautions ................04 Playing recordings ...................51 Introduction ......................05 Mixing takes .....................52 Names of parts ....................06 Monitoring the playback signals of speciﬁc tracks during playback ...53 Connecting mics/other devices to Inputs 1–8..........08 Changing the playback mode (Play Mode) ............54 LCD display ......................
Page 3: Updating The Firmware 159
Multi Track Field Recorder Various settings Boosting headphone output to alleviate interference from recorded sound (Digital Boost) ....................113 Setting how timecode is shown (Home Timecode Display Size) ....161 Disabling outputs (Output On/Off) ............... 114 Setting level meter appearance (Level Meter) ..........162 Setting the standard output level (Output Level) ........
Page 4: Usage And Safety Precautions
Do not open the case or modify the prod- nect other cables. Contact the store where you excessive heat such as sunshine, ﬁre or uct. bought the unit or ZOOM service center with the like. the following information: product model,...
Page 5: Introduction
• ZOOM mic capsules can be connected audio and video. Use any ZOOM mic capsule instead of inputs 1/2. • Outputs include a stereo headphone jack with a powerful 100mW amp as well as MAIN OUT 1/2 and SUB OUT 1/2...
Page 6: Names Of Parts
Names of parts Front Select Slate Track Track Track Display encoder switch indicator knob LED level meter LED level meter PFL key Green Orange Red Slate mic −48 −30 −18 −12 −6 (dBFS) MENU Headphone Search Stop Search Play/pause Record POWER volume backward...
Page 7 Multi Track Field Recorder Left side Right side EXT DC IN SD card Lock release SUB OUT 1/2 Headphone MAIN OUT 1/2 connector port slots button jack jack jacks Inputs 1–4 Inputs 5–8 EXT DC IN Inputs 1–8 MAIN OUT 4: + 1: −...
Page 8: Connecting Mics/Other Devices To Inputs 1-8
You can connect mics and the outputs of line-level devices such as keyboards, mixers, or instruments with active electronics to Inputs 1–8 and record them to tracks 1–8. Alternatively, Inputs 1 and 2 can instead receive input from a ZOOM mic capsule connected to the MIC IN connector.
Page 9 Connecting mic capsules While pressing the side buttons on the mic capsule or A ZOOM mic capsule can be connected to the MIC IN connec- extension cable, connect it to the main unit, inserting tor on the back of the it completely.
Page 10 Connecting mics/other devices to Inputs 1–8 (continued) Connection examples allows you to record in a variety of situations, such as the following. While ﬁlming Concert recording • Input 1: gun mic for main subject sound (XLR connection) • Inputs 1-4: mics for stage performance (XLR connections) •...
Page 11: Lcd Display
Multi Track Field Recorder LCD display Home Screen Power type and remaining power DC: AC adapter Status icon Recording/playback timecode Full ■ Mixer EXT: external DC power supply Stopped Paused Frame rate AA: batteries INT: internal timecode enabled EXT: external input timecode enabled Recording Playing Counter...
Page 12 LCD display (continued) ■ Level meters Recording/playback Status icon Counter Frame rate timecode Power type and remaining power Clip indicators Limiter indicators Tracks 1–8 L/R tracks Level meters MAIN OUT 1/2, SUB OUT 1/2 tracks Recording/playback take name Playback Recording/playback When recording: remaining recordable time card file format and...
Page 13 Multi Track Field Recorder Character input screen Number of characters input/ Text box Maximum number of characters Keyboard Press MEN U : Instructions Press Press ■ Editing operations Move cursor in box: Character selection: Character selection: Turn the move horizontally and turn it while pressing to move vertically Automatic...
Page 14 LCD display (continued) ■ Automatic input keys (Date): Automatically inputs the date. Example: 180210 (Time): Automatically inputs the time. Example: 130950 (Project): Automatically inputs “Project***” in the ﬁeld. (Scene): Automatically inputs the scene name.
Page 15: Supplying Power
Multi Track Field Recorder Supplying power Using AA batteries Install the batteries. Turn the power off and then loosen the screw in the ＋ − battery cover to open it. ＋ − ＋ − ＋ − − ＋＋ − −...
Page 16 Supplying power (continued) Using an AC adapter Using an external DC power supply Connect the dedicated AC adapter to the DC IN Connect the external DC power supply equipment to connector. the EXT DC IN connector. Connect a 9–18V direct-current power supply. Plug the dedicated AC adapter into an outlet.
Page 17: Loading An Sd Card
Multi Track Field Recorder Loading an SD card Turn the power off and then open the SD card slot cover. Insert the SD card into the SD CARD 1 or 2 slot. To eject an SD card: Push the card further into the slot until it clicks and then pull it out.
Page 18: Turning The Power On And Off
NOTE LED will light. Keep pressing it until the ZOOM logo appears on the LCD. NOTE • The ﬁrst time you turn the power on after purchase, you must set the date/time (→ P . 19). You can also change this setting later.
Page 19: Setting The Date And Time (Date/Time (Rtc))
Multi Track Field Recorder Setting the date and time (Date/Time (RTC)) The date and time set on the are used when recording ﬁles, for example. You can also set the date format (order of year, month and day). ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. Setting the date and time ..........P .19 Press Setting the date format .............P .20...
Page 20 Setting the date and time (Date/Time (RTC)) (continued) Setting the date format Enter to select Date to select and press Format , and press This completes setting the date and time. to select the format, and press Setting value Explanation mm/dd/yy Month, day, year order dd/mm/yy...
Page 21: Disabling The Automatic Power Saving Function (Auto Power Off)
Multi Track Field Recorder Disabling the Automatic Power Saving function (Auto Power Off) The power will automatically turn off if the is unused for 10 hours. If you want the power to stay on continuously until powered off, disable the Automatic Power Saving function. Press to select and press...
Page 22: Setting The Power Supply Used (Power Source)
Setting the power supply used (Power Source) Set the external DC power supply shutdown voltage, nominal voltage and type of batteries so that the remaining power supply charge can be shown accurately. On this menu page, you can also check the voltage of each power supply and the remaining battery capacity. Setting the external DC power supply (EXT DC) shut- down voltage Press...
Page 23 Multi Track Field Recorder Setting DC power supply (Ext DC) nominal voltage Setting the AA battery type (Int AA) Nominal Battery to select to select Voltage Type , and press , and press to select the to select the type, voltage, and press and press HINT...
Page 24: Recording Process
Recording process Recording with the follows the process shown below. The data created for each recording occurrence is called a "take". Play back Check take Turn power Prepare before Record Connect and check information on (→ P.18) recording (→ P.29) (→...
Page 25: Enabling Recording On Sd Cards And Setting File Formats
Multi Track Field Recorder Enabling recording on SD cards and setting ﬁle formats The recording ﬁle format can be set independently for SD CARD slots 1 and 2. HINT • Recording the same content to two cards is possible by using to select the ﬁle the same settings for both card slots.
Page 26 Enabling recording on SD cards and setting ﬁle formats (continued) NOTE • When recording with a Mono/Stereo WAV setting, the audio ﬁles are saved in a take folder that is created. (→ P .38) • When recording to 2 SD cards simultaneously, ﬁles will be saved in take folders with the same name on both cards.
Page 27: Selecting Inputs And Adjusting Levels
Multi Track Field Recorder Selecting inputs and adjusting levels You can select which of Inputs 1–8 to use. Inputs will be recorded on tracks with the same numbers. For example, Input 1 will be recorded on track 1 and Input 2 will be recorded on track 2. Selecting inputs Linking inputs as a stereo pair Make the track indicator light by pressing the track...
Page 28 Selecting inputs and adjusting levels (continued) Adjusting input levels HINT • This can be set in a range from +10 to +75 dB when the input to select a trim, and source is set to "Mic", from –10 to +55 dB when set to "Line", and from –35 to +30 dB when set to USB.
Page 29: Recording
Multi Track Field Recorder Recording Press to pause. NOTE • When pausing, pausing will occur at a whole second increment. • When recording is paused, a mark is added at that point. Press to resume recording. • A maximum of 99 marks can be added to a take. HINT Press •...
Page 30: Setting The Sampling Rate (Sample Rate)
Setting the sampling rate (Sample Rate) You can set the sampling rate used to record ﬁles. Setting value Explanation 44.1kHz, 48kHz, Press These are standard sampling rates. 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 192kHz Select this when recording video at 23.976 frames 47.952kHz per second if you want to edit at 24 frames per second later.
Page 31: Setting Wav File Bit Depth (Wav Bit Depth)
Multi Track Field Recorder Setting WAV ﬁle bit depth (WAV Bit Depth) You can set the bit depth of WAV ﬁles. Press to select the bit depth, and press to select and press HINT This can be set to 16-bit or 24-bit. WAV Bit to select Depth...
Page 32: Setting Mp3 File Bit Rate (Mp3 Bit Rate)
Setting MP3 ﬁle bit rate (MP3 Bit Rate) You can set the bit rate of recorded MP3 ﬁles. Press to select the bit rate, and press to select and press HINT This can be set to 128 kbps, 192 kbps or 320 kbps. MP3 Bit to select Rate...
Page 33: Simultaneously Recording Tracks At Different Levels (Dual Channel Rec)
Multi Track Field Recorder Simultaneously recording tracks at different levels (Dual Channel Rec) Along with regular recording, the can capture a second recording set to a different input level (dual channel recording). For example, by using dual channel recording to record at an input level 12 dB below that of the regular recording, you have an immediate replacement if the regular recording distorts because the track level is too high.
Page 34 Simultaneously recording tracks at different levels (Dual Channel Rec) (continued) Open the mixer on the Home Screen. Adjust its dual channel recording track input level. For example, when track 1 is se- lected, adjust the input level of track 5.(→P .28) HINT Dual channel recording increases the amount of space used on SD cards.
Page 35: Capturing Audio Before Recording Starts (Pre Rec)
Multi Track Field Recorder Capturing audio before recording starts (Pre Rec) The input signal can be captured for up to 6 seconds before is pressed (pre-recording). This is useful if, for example, is pressed too late. File format Sampling rate Maximum pre-recording time 44.1kHz 6 seconds...
Page 36: Maximum File Size (File Max Size)
Maximum ﬁle size (File Max Size) The maximum size of recording ﬁles can be set. If a recording ﬁle exceeds the maximum ﬁle size, recording will continue in a new take with a number that is one higher. No gap will occur in the sound between the two takes when this happens. Size Press to select...
Page 37: Showing Total Recording Times For Long Recordings (Time Counter)
Multi Track Field Recorder Showing total recording times for long recordings (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. You can change this, however, so that it is not reset and the total recording time is shown. Time Press to select...
Page 38: Folder And File Structure
Folder and ﬁle structure HINT When recording with the , folders and ﬁles are created • A "take" is a unit of data created for a single recording. on SD cards as shown below. • A "Scene" is a unit containing multiple ﬁles and takes that com- Folders and ﬁles are used to manage scenes and takes.
Page 39 Multi Track Field Recorder Take names Audio ﬁle names File names are given by the according to the ﬁle for- Structure Explanation mat—poly, mono or stereo. Track numbers and other data are Scene name: Select none, the folder Scene001-T001 name, the date or a name input by added to ﬁle names.
Page 40: Moving The Previously Recorded Take To The False Take Folder
Moving the previously recorded take to the FALSE TAKE folder If the just recorded take was a failure, you can use a shortcut to move the recording to the FALSE TAKE folder. Open the Home Screen. Press and hold HINT •...
Page 41: Changing The Note For The Next Take Recorded (Note)
Multi Track Field Recorder Changing the note for the next take recorded (Note) You can input characters for a note to use as metadata in the ﬁle. Editing notes Press Edit to select META and press to select DATA (for Next Take) and press Edit the note.
Page 42 Moving the previously recorded take to the FALSE TAKE folder (continued) Selecting notes from the history list History to select and press to select the item to use, and press NOTE The history list will be erased if the Factory Reset function is used.
Page 43: Setting How Recorded Scenes Are Named And Numbered
Multi Track Field Recorder Setting how recorded scenes are named and numbered You can set how scenes are named (name mode), the base scene name and how scene numbers advance. Setting how scenes are named (mode) Press Scene Name to select Mode META , and press...
Page 44 Setting how recorded scenes are named and numbered (continued) Changing scene names Setting value Explanation The scene name and number are not used. If Scene Name Mode is set to User Name, set the scene name When recording ﬁles are created, they are named only used like this.
Page 45 Multi Track Field Recorder Selecting a scene name from the history list Setting how scene numbers advance User Scene Scene to select to select Name Increment Mode , and press , and press History to select to select how and press scene numbers advance, and press Setting value...
Page 46: Setting The Take Name Reset Condition And Format
Setting the take name reset condition and format You can set the take name reset condition and format used when recording. Setting the take name reset condition Press Take Reset to select Mode META , and press to select DATA (for Next Take) and press to select the reset ▶...
Page 47 Multi Track Field Recorder Setting the take name format to select Take Name Format and press to select the format, and press Setting value Explanation "Scene"-T*** Take name "Scene"-T*** Scene name Example: Scene001-T001 "Scene"-*** Take name "Scene"_*** Scene name Example: Scene001_001...
Page 48: Changing The Track Name Of The Next Take Recorded (Track Name)
Changing the track name of the next take recorded (Track Name) The track name set with the following procedure will be given to the next recorded track. Press to select the track, and press META to select DATA (for Next Take) ▶...
Page 49 Multi Track Field Recorder Editing the track name Selecting a track name from the history list Edit History to select to select and press and press Edit the track name. to select the item See "Character input screen" to use, and press (→...
Page 50: Changing The Number Of The Next Take Recorded
Changing the number of the next take recorded The number given to the next recorded take can be changed when the Home Screen is open. NOTE This function cannot be used during recording and playback or Press and hold when the scene naming method (Scene Name Mode) is set to Date. You can change how scenes are named with the following menu item.
Page 51: Playing Recordings
Multi Track Field Recorder Playing recordings HINT • The longer you press and hold , the faster the backward/ forward search speed. • During playback, press track keys to switch between playing back (lit green) and muted (unlit). • An "Invalid Take!" message will appear if the selected take is not valid.
Page 52: Mixing Takes
Mixing takes You can change the volume and panning of each track during playback. Parameter Setting range Explanation Open the mixer on the Home Adjusts the level of the input Fader Mute, −48.0 – +24.0 dB signal. Screen. (→ P .11) Adjusts the left-right stereo Panning L100 –...
Page 53: Monitoring The Playback Signals Of Speciﬁc Tracks During Playback
Multi Track Field Recorder Monitoring the playback signals of speciﬁc tracks during playback You can monitor the playback signals of speciﬁc tracks using SOLO mode. NOTE Open the Home Screen. SOLO mode can only be used with tracks that can be played back (indicators lit green).
Page 54: Changing The Playback Mode (Play Mode)
Changing the playback mode (Play Mode) You can change the playback mode. Setting value Explanation Play One Press Only the selected take will be played. (single playback) Play All Takes will be played back continuously from (all playback) the selected one until the last take. PLAY Repeat One to select...
Page 55: Take And Folder Operations (Finder)
Multi Track Field Recorder Take and folder operations (FINDER) The FINDER allows you to select and view the contents of SD cards, takes and folders, and to create project/scene folders. It also allows you to, for example, set and delete recording/playback folders and view their information. ■...
Page 56 Take and folder operations (FINDER) (continued) Creating folders NOTE • When the cursor is on a take, you can press to play the Folders can be created inside the currently selected SD card/folder. selected take. You can also use • A check mark appears on the playback take and recording/play- to select back folder.
Page 57: Selecting The Take Recording/Playback Folder
Multi Track Field Recorder Selecting the take recording/playback folder Checking take marks and using them for playback Use this procedure to select the folder that contains the take You can view a list of the marks in a recorded take. to be played or the folder to use for recording takes.
Page 58: Changing Folder And Take Names
Take and folder operations (FINDER) (continued) Changing folder and take names Copying takes to other cards and folders Press and hold Press and hold Rename Copy to select to select and press and press Edit the folder/take name. to select the take to See "Character input screen"...
Page 59: Deleting Folders And Takes
Multi Track Field Recorder Deleting folders and takes to select the Pres sand hold copy destination, and Delete to select press and hold and press NOTE See "Take and folder operations" for how to select a folder. (→ P .55) to select the folder/take to delete, and to select...
Page 60: Emptying The Trash/False Take Folder
Take and folder operations (FINDER) (continued) Emptying the TRASH/FALSE TAKE folder to select TRASH to select and press FALSE TAKE NOTE TRASH folder • Deleted folders and takes are not immediately erased from the SD card. They are moved to the TRASH folder. •...
Page 61 Multi Track Field Recorder Empty to select and press to select and press NOTE • Emptying the TRASH folder will completely erase the data in it. • Emptying the FALSE TAKE folder will not immediately erase the data in it from the SD card. Instead, this data will be moved to the TRASH folder.
Page 62: Overview Of Take Information (Metadata) Stored In Files
Overview of take information (metadata) stored in ﬁles WAV ﬁle metadata writes a variety of information (metadata) to ﬁles during recording. The metadata saved in ﬁles recorded by the in WAV for- When these ﬁles are read by an application that supports mat is collected in BEXT (Broadcast Audio Extension) and metadata, you will be able to check and use the saved iXML chunks.
Page 63 Multi Track Field Recorder ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. Checking and editing notes ......P .64 Press Selecting notes from the history list .
Page 64: Checking And Editing Take Metadata
Checking and editing take metadata Checking and editing notes Selecting notes from the history list Note Note to select to select and press and press Edit History to select to select and press and press Edit the note. to select the item See "Character input screen"...
Page 65: Checking And Editing Scene Names
Multi Track Field Recorder Checking and editing scene names Selecting a scene name from the history list Scene Scene to select to select and press and press Edit History to select to select and press and press Edit the scene name. to select the item See "Character input screen"...
Page 66: Checking And Editing Take Names
Checking and editing take metadata (continued) Checking and editing take names When done changing, Take Enter to select to select and press and press Change the take number. ■ Editing operations Move cursor or change value: Turn Select parameter to change: Press HINT This can be set from 1 to 999.
Page 67: Circling Takes
Multi Track Field Recorder Circling takes Editing folder (tape) names Use this function to add an @ mark to the beginning of the name of the best take to make it stand out. This is called a Folder to select "circled take".
Page 68: Editing Project Names
Checking and editing take metadata (continued) Editing project names Checking and editing track names Project Track to select to select Name Name , and press , and press Edit the project name. to select the track, See "Character input screen" (→...
Page 69: Selecting A Track Name From The History List
Multi Track Field Recorder Selecting a track name from the history list Edit the track name. See "Character input screen" Track to select (→ P .13) for how to input characters. Name , and press NOTE The track name is written to the <TRACK> <NAME> metadata. to select the track, and press History...
Page 70 Checking and editing take metadata (continued) to select the item to use, and press NOTE The history list will be erased if the Factory Reset function is used.
Page 71: Writing Sound Reports (Create Sound Report)
Multi Track Field Recorder Writing sound reports (Create Sound Report) A sound report includes information about recording times and takes. Reports can be written as CSV format ﬁles (F8n_[folder name].CSV). You can edit the comments written in sound reports. Press to select Create Sound Report FINDER...
Page 72 Writing sound reports (Create Sound Report) (continued) Writing a sound report Editing comments Create Info Edit to select to select and press and press Comments to select to select and press and press This writes the sound report inside the selected SD card or folder.
Page 73 Multi Track Field Recorder Selecting comments from the history list Info Edit to select to select the item and press to use, and press HINT Comments to select The history list will be erased if the Factory Reset function is used. and press History to select...
Page 74: Input And Output Signal Flow
Input and output signal ﬂow Recording Track 1 Input 1 Track 2 Input 2 Track 7 Input 7 Track 8 Input 8 Track L Track R Output MAIN OUT Postfader 1/2 jacks SUB OUT 1/2 jack Prefader HEADPHONE jack...
Page 75: Adjusting The Input Signal Monitoring Balance
Multi Track Field Recorder Adjusting the input signal monitoring balance You can adjust the volume of each input signal when monitoring. HINT Open the mixer on the Home • The fader setting range is muted, and –48.0 to +24.0 dB. •...
Page 76: Setting The Track Knob Function (Track Knob Option)
Setting the track knob function (Track Knob Option) The Home Screen layout and track knob functions can be changed. Setting the track knob function Adjusting trim settings with track knobs This track knob function is restricted to changing input levels. Press Trim to select...
Page 77 Multi Track Field Recorder HINT The panning and fader level can be changed as follows. to select the Move cursor, change setting value: Turn Select parameter to change: Press parameter you want to adjust, and press Adjusting trim, fader and pan settings with track knobs The track knobs can be used to quickly adjust the fader and of the track you want to adjust to change...
Page 78: Adjusting The L/R Track Volume
Adjusting the L/R track volume Open the Home Screen. When ﬁnished adjusting, press NOTE This is only enabled when Track Knob Option is not set to Fader. When set to Fader, you can adjust by using to select. Press NOTE Shortcuts are disabled during playback.
Page 79: Monitoring The Input Signals Of Speciﬁc Tracks (Pfl/Solo)
Multi Track Field Recorder Monitoring the input signals of speciﬁc tracks (PFL/SOLO) You can monitor the input signals of speciﬁed tracks. Even tracks that have not been set to record can be input to the PFL screen and their input sounds monitored. This is convenient when using tracks as return inputs. You can also make various settings for these tracks.
Page 80: Setting The Input Source (Input Source)
Setting the input source (Input Source) Follow these procedures to set the input source of each track. HINT Press Select ALL to set all the tracks at the same time. INPUT to select , and to select the input press source, and press Setting value Explanation...
Page 81: Setting The Monitoring Volume On The Pfl Screen (Pfl Mode)
Multi Track Field Recorder Setting the monitoring volume on the PFL screen (PFL Mode) On the PFL screen, you can set the monitored sound to be either prefader listening (PFL) or postfader solo (SOLO). Press to select the track, and press INPUT to select and press...
Page 82: Cutting Low-Frequency Noise (Hpf)
Cutting low-frequency noise (HPF) The high pass ﬁlter can cut low frequencies to reduce the sound of wind, vocal pops and other noise. Press to select the input, and press INPUT to select and press HINT Select to set all inputs at the same time. to select to set the cutoff and press...
Page 83: Input Limiter
Multi Track Field Recorder Input limiter The limiter can prevent distortion by controlling input signals that have excessively high levels. Press Attack Release Original time time signal Level INPUT to select and press Threshold Limited signal Time Input to select When the limiter is ON, if the input signal level exceeds the Limiter set threshold value, the signal level will be suppressed to pre-...
Page 84 Input limiter (continued) Using the limiter ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. Using the limiter ..............P .84 Setting the type ..............P .85 On/Off to select Setting the threshold ............P .86 Setting the attack time............P .86 and press Setting the release time ............P .87 Setting the target level ............P .88 On (Normal) to select the...
Page 85 Multi Track Field Recorder Setting the type NOTE • When set to On (Advanced), the Sample Rate cannot be set to 192 kHz. Moreover, when the Sample Rate is set to 192 kHz, the On Type to select (Advanced) setting cannot be selected. and press to select the type, and press...
Page 86 Input limiter (continued) Setting the threshold Setting the attack time This sets the level at which the limiter begins operating. This sets the amount of time until limiting starts after the input signal exceeds the threshold. Threshold to select Attack to select and press Time...
Page 87 Multi Track Field Recorder Setting the release time NOTE This setting can be made when On/Off is set to On (Normal). This sets the amount of time until limiting stops after the input signal goes below the threshold. Release to select Time , and press to adjust the time,...
Page 88 Input limiter (continued) Setting the target level When the limiter On/Off setting is set to On (Advanced), use this to set the target output level for the signal. Target to select Level , and press to adjust the setting, and press HINT •...
Page 89: Inverting The Input Phase (Phase Invert)
Multi Track Field Recorder Inverting the input phase (Phase Invert) The phase of the input signal can be inverted. This is useful when sounds cancel each other out due to mic positioning. Press to select the input, and press INPUT to select and press HINT...
Page 90: Changing The Phantom Power Settings (Phantom)
Changing the phantom power settings (Phantom) can provide phantom power. The voltage can be set to +24V or +48V and it can be turned on/off for each input separately. HINT Phantom power is a function that supplies power to devices that Press require an external power supply, including some condenser mics.
Page 91 Multi Track Field Recorder Using phantom power Setting the voltage On/Off Voltage to select to select (For All Inputs) and press , and press to select the input, to select the and press voltage, and press HINT HINT Select to set all inputs at the same time. When using mics and other equipment that can operate with volt- ages less than +48V, selecting +24V can reduce power consumption to select...
Page 92 Changing the phantom power settings (Phantom) (continued) Disabling phantom power during playback Power to select Saving (For All Inputs) and press to select (Phantom off during play back) , and press Setting value Explanation Phantom power is supplied even during playback. On (Phantom off Phantom power is not supplied during playback.
Page 93: Changing The Plugin Power Setting (Plugin Power)
Multi Track Field Recorder Changing the plugin power setting (Plugin Power) Make this setting when a mic that is compatible with plug-in power is connected to the mic capsule’s MIC/LINE input jack. NOTE This setting can be changed only when a mic capsule that supports Press plug-in power is connected.
Page 94: Delaying Input Signals (Input Delay)
Delaying input signals (Input Delay) If there are differences in the timing of input signals, use this function to correct them when recording. Press to select the input, and press INPUT to select and press HINT Select to set all inputs at the same time. to adjust the delay Input to select...
Page 95: Converting Mid-Side Input To Ordinary Stereo (Stereo Link Mode)
Multi Track Field Recorder Converting mid-side input to ordinary stereo (Stereo Link Mode) Signals from a mid-side stereo mic input connected to stereo-linked inputs can be converted to an ordinary stereo signal. See "Linking inputs as a stereo pair" (→ P .27) for how to use stereo linking. Mid-side stereo format overview Press This technique creates a stereo...
Page 96 • The MS Stereo Link setting is disabled if a ZOOM mic capsule pair, and press is connected that cannot have L/R signals routed individually to inputs 1/2.
Page 97: Adjusting The Input Levels Of Multiple Tracks Simultaneously (Trim Link)
Multi Track Field Recorder Adjusting the input levels of multiple tracks simultaneously (Trim Link) The input levels of multiple tracks can be linked and adjusted at the same time. Press to select a track to link, and press INPUT to select and press Clear all settings...
Page 98: Adjusting The Side Level Of A Mid-Side Mic Capsule (Side Mic Level)
Side Mic The stereo width of audio in RAW format can be adjusted after to select recording by using ZOOM MS Decoder or other plug-in software. Level , and press • This can be adjusted only when a mid-side type mic capsule is connected.
Page 99: Changing The Automatic Mixing Setting (Auto Mix)
Multi Track Field Recorder Changing the automatic mixing setting (Auto Mix) When using multiple mics to capture audio during a meeting, for example, automatically attenuating the inputs of mics that to select a track, are not in active use provides the following beneﬁts. •...
Page 100 Adjusting the side level of a mid-side mic capsule (Side Mic Level) (continued) When Track Knob Option is set to Fader and Auto Mix is enabled, the Home Screen will appear as follows. Meters that show the amount of attenuation due to Auto <Track Knob Option: Fader>...
Page 101: Setting The Format Of Ambisonic Mode
Multi Track Field Recorder 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 to select the format, and press INPUT to select , and press Ambisonic...
Page 102 Setting the format of Ambisonic Mode (continued) 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 103 Multi Track Field Recorder FuMa(Dual) 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 saves them as a 4-channel polyphonic ﬁle. FuMa B-format, and records them to tracks 1-4. It also records the signals from Inputs 1-4 to tracks 5-8 without converting AmbiX(Dual) them to an ambisonics B-format.
Page 104 ﬁles. track to monitor their input sounds. When PFL mode is • A ZOOM mic capsule can only be used when the format of Ambi- set to PFL, you can monitor sounds before they are converted sonic Mode is Off.
Page 105 Multi Track Field Recorder When Ambisonic Mode is enabled, the Home Screen will appear as follows. Format name Track 1-4 fader Pan disable <Trim Knob Option: Trim> <Trim Knob Option: Mixer> Track 1-4 fader Format name <Track Knob Option: Fader>...
Page 106: Setting The Mic Position Used For Ambisonic Recording (Mic Position)
Setting the mic position used for ambisonic recording (Mic Position) By setting the mic orientation used during ambisonic recording as an 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. Press to select the mic orientation, and press...
Page 107 Multi Track Field Recorder 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 108: Setting Signals Sent To Headphones (Headphone Routing)
Setting signals sent to headphones (Headphone Routing) You can set the type of signal sent to the headphone output to either prefader or postfader for each track. You can also save 10 setting combinations (Setting 1 – Setting 10). Press select the setting you want OUTPUT to select...
Page 109 Multi Track Field Recorder Setting the routing NOTE • You cannot set L/R , MAIN OUT 1/2 or SUB OUT 1/2 to prefader. • When Audio Out From USB is set to On, USB tracks 1–4 can be to select the tracks/outputs for headphone assigned.
Page 110 Setting signals sent to headphones (Headphone Routing) (continued) Using mono headphone output Monitoring mid-side stereo signals Signals from a mid-side stereo mic can be converted to an ordinary stereo signal for monitoring. MONO Mix to select and press to select and press Press Press...
Page 111: Outputting Alerts Through Headphones (Alert Tone Level)
Multi Track Field Recorder Outputting alerts through headphones (Alert Tone Level) The volume can be adjusted for alerts output to headphones when, for example, recording starts and stops. Press to adjust the volume, and press OUTPUT to select and press HINT •...
Page 112: Setting The Headphone Output Volume Curve
Setting the headphone output Volume Curve The volume curve used when adjusting the headphone volume knob can be set. Press to select the volume curve, and press OUTPUT to select , and press Setting value Explanation The volume will change evenly from the minimum value to Linear the maximum value.
Page 113: Boosting Headphone Output To Alleviate Interference From Recorded Sound (Digital Boost)
Multi Track Field Recorder Boosting headphone output to alleviate interference from recorded sound (Digital Boost) Boosting the headphone output alleviates the interference of sound waves traveling through the air with the headphone moni- toring signal, enabling more accurate monitoring of the sound being recorded. Press to adjust the amount of boost, and press...
Page 114: Disabling Outputs (Output On/Off)
Disabling outputs (Output On/Off) By disabling outputs that you are not using, you can reduce power consumption and increase the length of operation time when using batteries. to select the Press output, and press OUTPUT to select and press HINT Select to set all outputs at the same time.
Page 115: Setting The Standard Output Level (Output Level)
Multi Track Field Recorder Setting the standard output level (Output Level) The standard output level can be changed. Press to set the output type, and press OUTPUT to select and press HINT Select to set all outputs at the same time. Output to select to set the standard...
Page 116: Setting Output Levels
Setting output levels The MAIN OUT 1/2 and SUB OUT 1/2 levels can be changed. Open the mixer on the Home to select a fader, Screen. (→ P .11) and press to open the MAIN to adjust the OUT 1/2 and SUB OUT 1/2 output level, and press settings screen.
Page 117: Delaying Output Signals (Output Delay)
Multi Track Field Recorder Delaying output signals (Output Delay) By delaying audio outputs, you can correct timing differences for signals input to other devices from the Press to select the output, and press OUTPUT to select and press HINT Select to set all outputs at the same time.
Page 118: Output Limiter
Output Limiter Using a limiter on the output can protect devices connected to the output jacks. HINT HINT For details about the effect of the limiter, see "Input limiter". (→ P .83) Select to set all outputs at the same time. ▶...
Page 119: Setting The Type
Multi Track Field Recorder Setting the type Setting the threshold This sets the level at which the limiter begins operating. Type to select Threshold to select and press and press to select the type, to adjust the and press setting, and press Setting value Explanation Only peaks that exceed the threshold are attenuated.
Page 120: Setting The Attack Time
Output Limiter (continued) Setting the attack time Setting the release time This sets the amount of time until limiting starts after the out- This sets the amount of time until limiting stops after the out- put signal exceeds the threshold. put signal goes below the threshold.
Page 121: Setting Links
Multi Track Field Recorder Setting links The limiter can be linked or applied separately to MAIN OUT 1 and MAIN OUT 2, as well as to SUB OUT 1 and SUB OUT 2. Link to select and press to select and press Setting value Explanation...
Page 122: Selecting Signals Sent To The Main Outputs (Main Out Routing)
Selecting signals sent to the main outputs (MAIN OUT Routing) You can send either prefader or postfader signals for each track to the main outputs. Tracks routed to MAIN OUT 1 Press Tracks routed to MAIN OUT 2 Clear all settings Converting input OUTPUT to select...
Page 123: Selecting Signals Sent To The Sub Outputs (Sub Out Routing)
Multi Track Field Recorder Selecting signals sent to the sub outputs (SUB OUT Routing) You send either prefader or postfader signals for each track to the sub outputs. Tracks routed to SUB OUT 1 Press Tracks routed to SUB OUT 2 Clear all settings Converting input OUTPUT...
Page 124: Timecode
Timecode overview can input and output SMPTE timecode. Timecode is time information written to data when recording video and audio. It is used for video editing, control of other devices, and synchronization of audio and video. Using timecode for editing Timecode If video and audio data both have recorded timecode, align- 00:10:00:00...
Page 125 Multi Track Field Recorder Connection examples Inputting timecode Connections like the following are possible, depending upon Timecode is transmitted from an external timecode generator. the speciﬁc equipment being used with the Both the and the video camera receive timecode and Synchronizing with a video camera record it with their audio and video data.
Page 126: Setting Timecode Functions
Setting timecode functions ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. Setting the mode ...............P .127 Press Stopping timecode output when recording is stopped .P .128 Synchronizing audio clock with external timecode ..P .129 Automatically enabling internal timecode when no TIMECODE to select external timecode is input ..........P .129...
Page 127: Setting The Mode
Multi Track Field Recorder Setting the mode Setting value Explanation No timecode will be written to the recording ﬁle. The timecode mode settings allow you to specify: Timecode will not be output from the TIMECODE OUT • Whether the generates timecode or receives external jack.
Page 128: Stopping Timecode Output When Recording Is Stopped .P
Setting timecode functions Setting timecode functions (continued) (continued) Stopping timecode output when recording is stopped Setting value Explanation The internal timecode will chase the external timecode. You can set whether or not timecode is output from the You can also enable the automatic generation of internal TIMECODE OUT jack when recording is stopped.
Page 129: Synchronizing Audio Clock With External Timecode
Multi Track Field Recorder Synchronizing audio clock with external timecode Automatically enabling internal timecode when no external timecode is input You can enable the automatic generation of internal timecode Mode to select to preserve continuity when there is no external timecode. and press Mode to select...
Page 130: Setting The User Bits For Internal Timecode
Setting timecode functions (continued) Setting the user bits for internal timecode Setting value Explanation uu uu uu uu You can set these values as you like on the Edit screen. User bits are data that you can set to be included in the time- The month, day and year are entered automatically in that code.
Page 131: Setting The Frame Rate For Internal Timecode
Multi Track Field Recorder Edit the value. to select the frame ■ Editing operations rate, and press Move cursor or change value: Turn Select parameter to change: Press Setting value Explanation HINT This is the most common frame rate used with HD cameras User bits can only consist of numbers from 0 to 9 and letters from 23.976ND and other high-deﬁnition video recording.
Page 132: Jamming Internal Timecode
Setting timecode functions (continued) Jamming internal timecode Restarting internal timecode with a speciﬁed value Timecode input through the TIMECODE IN jack is used to set internal timecode. Restart to select to select and press and press Set the restart value. ■...
Page 133: Setting Automatic Timecode Recording Delay (Auto Rec Delay Time)
Multi Track Field Recorder Setting automatic timecode recording delay (Auto Rec Delay Time) If set to record automatically when external timecode is received, unnecessary recording could occur when timecode is received for a brief amount time. In order to prevent this, you can set the amount of time until recording starts after timecode is received. Press to adjust the time, and press...
Page 134: Setting Timecode Initialization Used At Startup (Start Timecode)
Setting timecode initialization used at startup (Start Timecode) Since internal timecode stops when the is turned off, the timecode is automatically initialized (jammed) during startup. You can set the value that is used for jamming at that time. Setting how timecode is initialized at startup Press Mode to select...
Page 135 Multi Track Field Recorder Correcting timecode errors after the power has been Calibration completes. turned off When the mode of Start Timecode is set to RTC, turning the power off lowers the timecode precision, but this function can be used to improve precision to within 0.2 ppm when the power has been turned off.
Page 136: Slate Mic And Slate Tone Overview
Slate mic and slate tone overview HINT When recording with the , you can add audio comments A "slate" is a clapperboard used when recording video. that describe, for example, the scene being ﬁlmed or the anticipated cuts. You can also record slate tone signals that NOTE can be used to synchronize with video.
Page 137: Recording With The Slate Mic (Slate Mic)
Multi Track Field Recorder Recording with the slate mic (Slate Mic) You can use the built-in slate mic to record comments and to keep notes about recorded takes. Setting the volume Press Level to select SLATE and press to select and press to adjust the level, Slate Mic...
Page 138 Recording with the slate mic (Slate Mic) (continued) Setting the routing NOTE Routing to tracks 1–8 is not possible when operating the as an Set the destination for the slate mic signal. audio interface (Stereo Mix). Routing to select HINT and press Press to switch between Postfader and Off.
Page 139 Multi Track Field Recorder Recording Disabling the slate mic You can set the slate mic so that it will not be enabled if is accidentally pushed left toward the mic symbol. Press to start recording. On/Off to select Push left toward the mic symbol and release. and press To disable the slate mic, push left toward the...
Page 140: Recording A Slate Tone (Slate Tone)
Recording a slate tone (Slate Tone) By adding a slate tone when the recording starts, aligning audio to video during editing will be easier. You can also use a slate tone to coordinate levels with connected equipment. Setting the volume Press Level to select...
Page 141 Multi Track Field Recorder Setting the frequency Setting the routing Set the destination for the slate tone signal. Frequency to select Routing to select and press and press to adjust the to select the tracks/outputs for slate tone frequency, and press signal routing and press HINT This can be set from 100 to 10,000 Hz.
Page 142 Recording a slate tone (Slate Tone) (continued) Recording HINT Press to switch between Postfader and Off. Press to start recording. Push right toward the tone symbol and Press release. NOTE • When the slate tone is in use, other signals input to the tracks that it is routed to are muted.
Page 143 Multi Track Field Recorder Disabling the slate tone You can set the slate tone so that it will not be enabled if is accidentally pushed right toward the tone symbol. On/Off to select and press to select (Lock) , and press...
Page 144: Exchanging Data With A Computer (Sd Card Reader)
Exchanging data with a computer (SD Card Reader) By connecting the to a computer, you can check and copy data on SD cards. Connecting to a computer NOTE • The following operating systems are supported: Windows: Windows 7 or later Press Mac OS: Mac OS X (10.8 or later) •...
Page 145: Using As An Audio Interface (Audio Interface)
Multi Track be used with an iOS device). (PC/Mac) and press A driver is necessary for use with Windows. Download the driver from the ZOOM website (www.zoom.co.jp/). Use a USB cable to connect the and the computer or iOS device. Audio...
Page 146 Using as an audio interface (Audio Interface) (continued) Disconnecting NOTE • A Lightning to USB Camera Adapter is necessary to connect an iOS device. Press • The cannot operate on USB bus power. Use the internal bat- teries, the dedicated AC adapter or an external DC power supply to power it.
Page 147: Using Sd Card Recording And Audio Interface Functions At The Same Time (Audio Out From Usb)
Multi Track Field Recorder Using SD card recording and audio interface functions at the same time (Audio Out from USB) In addition to the two SD cards, a computer can also be used for recording backup. Connecting Use a USB cable to connect the and the Press computer.
Page 148 (→ P .152) • A driver is necessary for use with Windows. Download the driver from the ZOOM website (www.zoom.co.jp/). Disconnect the cable from the computer and the • When Audio Out From USB is set to On, the sampling rate cannot be changed.
Page 149: Audio Interface Block Diagrams
Multi Track Field Recorder Audio interface block diagrams Stereo Mix Input 1 (Input) Input 2 Input 7 Input 8 Output Postfader MAIN OUT 1/2 jacks Prefader SUB OUT 1/2 jack (Output) Channel 1 Channel 2 HEADPHONE jack...
Page 150 Audio interface block diagrams (continued) Multi Track Input 1 (Input) Input 2 Input 7 Input 8 Output Postfader MAIN OUT 1/2 jacks Prefader SUB OUT 1/2 jack (Output) Channel 1 Channel 4 HEADPHONE jack...
Page 151: Audio Interface Settings
Multi Track Field Recorder Audio interface settings The following settings can be made when using the as an audio interface. See the relevant pages for details about operation. Setting loop back (Stereo Mix only) This function allows the playback sound from the computer Mixing inputs or iOS device and the inputs to be mixed and sent back...
Page 152: Using An As A Controller (Connect)
Using an as a controller (Connect) By connecting an to the , you can use it to adjust trim, fader and pan settings, for example. Press Use a USB cable to connect the to select and press Turn the power ON. NOTE When disconnecting the , select "Disconnect"...
Page 153: Setting The Type Of Keyboard Connected To The (Keyboard Type)
Multi Track Field Recorder Setting the type of keyboard connected to the (Keyboard Type) You can connect a PC keyboard to the and use it to input characters. Set the type of PC keyboard connected to the Press Keyboard to select Type and press to select...
Page 154: Setting Fader And Knob Operation (Knob/Fader Mode)
Setting fader and knob operation (Knob/Fader Mode) How the faders and TRIM/PAN knobs operate when their positions differ from actual parameter values can be set. Press to select the fader and knob operation, and to select , and press press Setting value Explanation When a knob or fader is operated, the parameter value...
Page 155: Setting User Keys For The (User Key)
Multi Track Field Recorder Setting user keys for the (User Key) You can assign functions to the user keys. Press to select the key to which to assign a function, to select and press and press to select the function to assign, FRC-8 to select and press...
Page 156: Setting The Power Supply Used By The (Power Source)
Setting the power supply used by the (Power Source) Set the DC power supply shutdown voltage, nominal voltage and type of batteries so that the remaining power supply charge can be shown accurately. On this menu page, you can check the voltage of each power supply and the remaining battery capacity. Power Press to select...
Page 157: Powering The With Usb Bus Power (Usb Bus Power)
Multi Track Field Recorder Powering the with USB bus power (USB Bus Power) can supply USB bus power to the Press Supply to to select FRC-8 , and press to select and press HINT When the is supplying bus power, do not connect any device other than an to the USB port.
Page 158: Setting The Led Brightness (Led Brightness)
Setting the LED brightness (LED Brightness) You can adjust the brightness of the LEDs on the Press to adjust the brightness, and press to select and press HINT This can be set from 5 to 100. FRC-8 to select and press to select Brightness , and press...
Page 159: Updating The Firmware
Updating the ﬁrmware You can check the ﬁrmware version and update it to the latest version. The latest update ﬁle can be downloaded from the ZOOM website (www.zoom.co.jp). See "Using an as a controller" (→P .152), and to select connect the...
Page 160 Updating the ﬁrmware (continued) Checking the ﬁrmware version Updating the ﬁrmware Firmware Update to select to select Version Firmware , and press , and press to select and press NOTE Do not turn the power off, remove an SD card or disconnect the USB cable during an update.
Page 161: Setting How Timecode Is Shown (Home Timecode Display Size)
Multi Track Field Recorder Setting how timecode is shown (Home Timecode Display Size) You can change the size of the timecode display on the Home Screen. Press to select the size, and press SYSTEM to select and press Setting value Explanation The timecode is small and the time counter is large.
Page 162: Setting Level Meter Appearance (Level Meter)
Setting level meter appearance (Level Meter) You can set how the level meters appear on the display. Setting the type Press You can set whether the level meters use VU or Peak style. Type to select SYSTEM to select and press and press to select the type, Level...
Page 163: Setting The Peak Hold Time
Multi Track Field Recorder Setting the peak hold time Setting value Explanation Peak Hold Peak Only to select The actual peak level of the signal (dBFS) is shown. Time , and press Peak + VU Both VU and peak level are shown simultaneously. In this mode, the bars function as a VU meter except for the right- most bar, which shows the peak level.
Page 164: Setting The Level Meter Resolution
Setting level meter appearance (Level Meter) (continued) Setting the level meter resolution Setting which track level meters are shown on the Home Screen You can change which tracks are shown on the Home Screen. to select Resolution Level , and press to select Meter View View1...
Page 165: Showing Track Names On Level Meters
Multi Track Field Recorder Showing track names on level meters Setting the level meter reference Track Name Reference to select to select View Level , and press , and press to select to select the and press reference level setting, and press Setting value Explanation...
Page 166 Setting level meter appearance (Level Meter) (continued) Explanation Setting value When level meter type is When level meter type is Peak Only Peak + VU or VU Only The center of the level The center of the level meter meter is -12 dBFS. Clear is 0 VU (-20 dBFS).
Page 167: Setting The Led Brightness (Led Brightness)
Multi Track Field Recorder Setting the LED brightness (LED Brightness) You can adjust the brightness of the LED level meters on the front of the Press to adjust the brightness, and press SYSTEM to select and press HINT This can be set from 5 to 100. to select Brightness , and press...
Page 168: Making Display Settings (Lcd)
Making display settings (LCD) You can make settings related to the display. Setting the display brightness Press to select SYSTEM to select Brightness , and press and press to adjust the to select brightness, and press and press HINT This can be set from 5 to 100. ▶...
Page 169 Multi Track Field Recorder Changing the display backlight setting Making the display easier to read under bright light You can set the display backlight to dim after 30 seconds The display can be set to be easier to read in bright environ- without use.
Page 170: Adding Marks When Pausing (Play Key Option)
Adding marks when pausing (PLAY Key Option) You can set how marks are added when is pressed while recording or playing back a WAV format ﬁle. Setting how marks are added when recording Press Recording to select SYSTEM to select and press and press to select how...
Page 171 Multi Track Field Recorder Setting how marks are added when playing Playing to select and press to select how marks are added, and press Setting value Explanation Pause Only Pressing will pause without adding a mark. Pause & Mark Pressing will pause and add a mark.
Page 172: Setting The Keys Held (Key Hold Target)
Setting the keys held (Key Hold Target) Use the hold function to prevent misoperation during recording. Press to turn it on/off. Follow these instructions to set which keys are disabled by the hold function. Press to select the keys held, and press SYSTEM to select and press...
Page 173: Checking Sd Card Information (Information)
Multi Track Field Recorder Checking SD card information (Information) You can check the size and free space of SD cards. Press to select Information , and press SD CARD to select and press Free space Volume label Size Remaining recordable time...
Page 174: Testing Sd Card Performance (Performance Test)
Testing SD card performance (Performance Test) You can test whether an SD card can be used with the . The Quick Test is basic, and the Full Test checks the entire SD card. ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. Conducting a quick test .............P .174 Press Conducting a full test ............P .175...
Page 175 Multi Track Field Recorder Conducting a full test The test completes. The result of the evaluation will Full Test to select be shown. and press The amount of time required for the full test will be shown. Press to stop the test. NOTE to select Even if a performance test result is "OK", there is no guarantee...
Page 176 Testing SD card performance (Performance Test) (continued) Press to stop the test. NOTE • You can press to pause and resume the test. • Even if a performance test result is "OK", there is no guar- antee that writing errors will not occur. This information is just to provide guidance.
Page 177: Formatting Sd Cards (Format)
Multi Track Field Recorder Formatting SD cards (Format) SD cards must be formatted for use with the Press to select and press SD CARD to select and press NOTE • Before using SD cards that have just been purchased or that have been formatted by a computer, they must be formatted by the Format •...
Page 178: Checking The Shortcut List
Checking the Shortcut List has a shortcut feature that allows quick access to various functions. See the “List of shortcuts” (→ P . 191) for information about the shortcut functions. Press SYSTEM to select and press Shortcut to select List , and press...
Page 179: Backing Up And Loading Settings (Backup/Load Settings)
Multi Track Field Recorder Backing up and loading settings (Backup/Load Settings) settings can be backed up to and loaded from SD cards. ▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. Backing up ........P .179 Press Loading.
Page 180 Backing up and loading settings (Backup/Load Settings) Backing up and loading settings (Backup/Load Settings) (continued) (continued) Loading You can load a backup ﬁle that is saved in the "F8n_SET- to select TINGS" folder in the root directory of the SD card. and press Load/ to select...
Page 181: Restoring Default Setting Values (Factory Reset)
Multi Track Field Recorder Restoring default setting values (Factory Reset) You can restore the factory default settings. Press to select and press SYSTEM to select The settings will be reset and the power will automatically turn off. and press NOTE Input volume knob settings will not be reset.
Page 182: Checking The Firmware Version (Firmware Version)
Checking the ﬁrmware version (Firmware Version) You can check the ﬁrmware version. Press SYSTEM to select and press Firmware to select Version , and press ▼...
Page 183: Updating The Firmware
Multi Track Field Recorder Updating the ﬁrmware ﬁrmware can be updated to the latest versions. The latest update ﬁle can be downloaded from the ZOOM website (www.zoom.co.jp). Install new batteries in the or connect the to select dedicated AC adapter to the DC IN connector.
Page 184: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If you think that the is operating incorrectly, check the following items ﬁrst. Recording/playback trouble ◆ The recorded sound cannot be heard or is very quiet · Conﬁrm that the volume levels of the tracks are not too low. (→ P .52) ◆...
Page 185: Detailed Product Diagrams
Multi Track Field Recorder Detailed product diagrams Slate Mic, Tone INPUT RECORDER Input 1-8 Input Source Input Track 1 Trim Track 2 Input 1 Limiter Delay Track 3 Track 4 Trim Track 5 Input 2 Limiter Delay Track 6 Track 7 Trim Track 8 Input 3...
Page 186 Troubleshooting (continued) Routing MAIN OUT Routing SUB OUT Routing Headphone Routing Prefader Prefader Prefader Track 1 Track 1 Track 1 Track 2 MS Stereo Track 8 Track 8 Track 8 Postfader Postfader Postfader Track 1 Track 1 Track 1 Track 8 Track 8 Track 8 MAIN OUT...
Page 187: Metadata List
Multi Track Field Recorder Metadata list Metadata contained in BEXT chunks in WAV ﬁles Explanation Remarks SPEED= Frame rate MENU > TIMECODE > Timecode > FPS TAKE= Take number UBITS= User bits MENU > TIMECODE > Timecode > Ubits MENU > META DATA (for Next Take) > Scene Name Mode MENU >...
Page 188 Metadata list (continued) Metadata contained in iXML chunks in WAV ﬁles iXML master tag iXML sub tag Written Read Remarks MENU > FINDER (SD card root folder) <PROJECT> ○ ○ MENU > FINDER > Option > Meta Data Edit > Project Name MENU >...
Page 189 Multi Track Field Recorder iXML master tag iXML sub tag Written Read Remarks <SPEED> <SPEED> <NOTE> ○ × <SPEED> <MASTER_SPEED> ○ ○ MENU > TIMECODE > Timecode > FPS <SPEED> <CURRENT_SPEED> ○ × MENU > TIMECODE > Timecode > FPS <SPEED>...
Page 190 Metadata list (continued) iXML master tag iXML sub tag Written Read Remarks <FILE_SET> <FILE_SET> <TOTAL_FILES> ○ × <FILE_SET> <FAMILY_UID> ○ × <FILE_SET> <FAMILY_NAME> × × <FILE_SET> <FILE_SET_START_TIME_HI> × × <FILE_SET> <FILE_SET_START_TIME_LO> × × <FILE_SET> <FILE_SET_INDEX> × ○ iXML master tag iXML sub tag Written Read...
Page 191: List Of Shortcuts
Multi Track Field Recorder List of shortcuts Home Screen Shortcut Explanation Shortcut Explanation Open the MENU > OUTPUT > Headphone > Show the name that will be given to the next Headphone Routing screen. take recorded. Press and hold During recording, the key does not need Example: Scene001-T002 to be used.
Page 192 List of shortcuts (continued) Mixer Screen Shortcut Explanation Reset the selected pan/fader to the default value (when the Home Screen mixer is Press and hold open). If already set to its default value, selecting a fader mutes the track. Character input screen Shortcut Explanation Move the cursor vertically on a character...
Page 193: Speciﬁcations
A/D dynamic range 120 dB typ (−60dBFS input, A-weighted) Crosstalk −90 dB or less (between adjacent channels, 1kHz) MIC IN ZOOM mic capsule input (use disables Inputs 1/2) SLATE MIC Built-in mic for voice memos can be assigned to tracks freely Connectors...
Page 194 Speciﬁcations (continued) When WAV selected Supported formats 44.1/47.952/48/48.048/88.2/96/192kHz, 16/24-bit, mono/stereo//2-10ch poly, BWF and iXML Maximum simultaneous 10 (8 inputs + stereo mix) recording tracks 8 (at 192kHz sampling rate) Recording formats When MP3 selected Supported formats 128/192/320kbps, 44.1/48kHz, ID3v1 tags Maximum simultaneous recording tracks Using a 32GB card...
Page 195 Multi Track Field Recorder When recording 2 channels at 48kHz/16-bit to SD1 with MAIN/SUB OUT OFF, TIME CODE OFF, LED/LCD Brightness 5, 32Ω head- phones, PHANTOM OFF Alkaline batteries 6 hours or more NiMH (2450mAh) 8.5 hours or more Lithium batteries 12.0 hours or more When recording 8 channels at 48kHz/24-bit to SD1 with MAIN/SUB OUT OFF, TIME CODE OFF, LED/LCD Brightness 5, 32Ω...
Page 196: Fcc Caution
For U.S.A. For U.S.A. and CANADA FCC regulation warning This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada license- exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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