Introduction - Zoom F4 Operation Manual

Introduction

Thank you very much for purchasing a ZOOM F Multitrack Field
Recorder. The F has the following features.
● 4 analog input channels with super-high-quality preamps
The two sets of lockable XLR/TRS combo jacks provide high-quality
analog input with −127dBu or less EIN, +75dB maximum input gain
and support for +4dB input.
● PCM recording at up to 192kHz/24-bit resolution
● Record up to 8 tracks at once
Inputs 1–6 and a stereo mix with left and right tracks can be recorded
at the same time for a maximum of 8 total simultaneous recording
tracks (even at 192kHz sampling rate).
● Dual channel recording allows a second file to be recorded
simultaneously at a lower level (inputs 1–2)
By lowering the input level of dual channel recording, you can create
backup recordings to use if unexpected loud noise should cause the
regular recordings to distort, for example.
● Limiter with a new design suppresses distortion
10 dB of headroom prevents distortion even more than an ordinary
limiter. A threshold can be set to keep the signal below that level.
● Supports SMPTE timecode input and output
The F uses a high-precision oscillator that enables the genera-
tion of accurate timecode with a discrepancy of less than 0.5 frames
per 24 hours.
● Outputs include a powerful 100mW+100mW headphone
jack and MAIN OUT 1/2 and SUB OUT 1/2 jacks
MAIN OUT 1/2 are XLR connectors. These outputs allow you to send
audio signals to a video camera and other devices while monitoring
with headphones.
● Support for return (RTN) input
Monitor the output of a DSLR camera without recording it with the
F.
● With flexible signal routing, mixer use is also possible
Prefader and postfader signals from inputs 1–6 can be routed to out-
puts freely.
● Phantom power (+24V/+48V) can be supplied
This can be turned on/off for each input separately.
● Two types of DC power supplies can be used
Both AA batteries and 9–16V DC power supplies can be used.
● Two SDXC card slots
Simultaneous recording to 2 SD cards is possible. In addition, SDXC
card support enables recording for even longer times than before.
Moreover, it can be used as a card reader by connecting to a com-
puter using USB.
● Usable as a USB audio interface with up to 6 ins and 4 outs
The F can be used not only as a 2-in/2-out audio interface, but
also as an 6-in/4-out audio interface (driver required for Windows).
● Useful operation features
Other convenient functions include a slate tone that can be used to
confirm a specific level, a delay that can be set for each input sepa-
rately and pre-recording up to 6 seconds.
● ZOOM mic capsules can be connected
A ZOOM mic capsule can be used for Input 5/6.
Please read this manual carefully to fully understand the functions of
the F so that you can make the most of it for many years.
After reading this manual, please keep it with the warranty in a safe
place.
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Multi Track Field Recorder
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