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  • Page 1 Operation Manual You must read the Usage and Safety Precautions before use. ©2024 ZOOM CORPORATION Copying or reprinting this manual in part or in whole without permission is prohibited. Product names, registered trademarks and company names in this document are the property of their respective companies. All trademarks and registered trademarks in this document are for identification purposes only and are not intended to infringe on the copyrights of their respective owners.

  • Page 2: Notes About This Operation Manual

    • Recording from copyrighted sources, including CDs, records, tapes, live performances, video works and broadcasts, without permission of the copyright holder for any purpose other than personal use is prohibited by law. ZOOM CORPORATION will not assume any responsibility related to infringements of copyrights.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Notes about this Operation Manual........................2 H1 XLR overview................................6 Achieving high audio quality throughout recording and editing................. 6 Functions of parts..............................10 Overview of screens that appear........................... 15 Recording process..............................22 Making preparations..............................23 Inserting microSD cards............................23 Supplying power................................ 24 Connecting input devices............................
  • Page 4 Muting input sound..............................90 Making input settings and monitoring adjustments................... 91 Making USB audio settings............................92 Recording on the H1 XLR while using it as an audio interface................94 Disconnecting from computers, smartphones and tablets................95 Transferring files to computers and other devices..................... 96 Connecting to computers, smartphones and tablets..................96...
  • Page 5 Specifications................................138...

  • Page 6: H1 Xlr Overview

    Achieving high audio quality throughout recording and editing With dual A/D converter circuits and support for 32-bit float WAV files, the H1 XLR can maintain the highest audio quality from recording through editing in a DAW or other software. Recording Dual A/D converter circuits enable recording both loud and quiet sounds without making gain adjustments.
  • Page 7 Dual A/D converter circuit overview For each input circuit, the H1 XLR has two A/D converters with different input gains. This design enables high-quality audio recording without the need to adjust gain settings, a step that is normally indispensable. Providing amazing dynamic range By combining two A/D converters, a wide dynamic range not possible with a single A/D converter has been realized.
  • Page 8 Switching between two A/D converters The H1 XLR constantly monitors data from the two A/D converters, and automatically selects the one that provides the best recording results. Low noise No clipping Low noise because high-gain because low-gain because high-gain AD converter selected...
  • Page 9 Clipping advantage If a waveform sounds clipped when output from the H1 XLR or in a DAW, it can be edited after recording to lower its volume and restore an unclipped waveform because the data in the 32-bit float WAV file itself is not clipped.

  • Page 10: Functions Of Parts

    Functions of parts Top and bottom ■ Top ■ Bottom ❶ Display This shows various types of information. ❷ STEREO/MONO button (operation button 1) When the Home Screen is open, use this to change the audio recording format to STEREO, MONO×2 or MONO (INPUT 1).
  • Page 11 If headphones are connected to the PHONE/LINE OUT jack, sound will not be output from the speaker. ⓭ Tripod mounting threads This can be used to attach the H1 XLR to a tripod, for example. ⓮ Battery cover Open this when installing or removing AA batteries. (→...
  • Page 12 ■ Using operation buttons 1–4 When operation icons appear at the bottom of the display, including on the Menu Screen, Playback Screen, Playback Options Screen, press the operation keys directly below them to select or confirm items on that screen.  ...

  • Page 13: Left And Right Sides

    Use this to turn the power on/off and to disable button operation. ❼ USB port (Type-C) Connect this to a computer, smartphone or tablet to use file transfer functions and to use the H1 XLR as an audio interface. This supports operation on USB bus power.
  • Page 14 Back ■ Back ❶ INPUT 1 and 2 jacks Connect mics and instruments to these. These can be used with XLR and TRS plugs. When disconnecting an XLR plug, pull it while pushing the connector lock release button. TIP: HOT 1: GND RING: COLD 2: HOT...

  • Page 15: Overview Of Screens That Appear

    In this section, we explain the screens shown on the display of the H1 XLR. Home Screen This screen appears on the display when the H1 XLR power is turned on. This shows the state of the H1 XLR, including recording status and input signal waveforms.
  • Page 16 When an external mic, for example, is connected to the MIC/LINE input jack, the MONO (L) waveform will be shown. HINT When a screen other than the Home Screen is open, press (MENU button) to return to the Home Screen. This function is useful when you want to return to the Home Screen quickly from various setting screens.

  • Page 17: Playback Screen

    Playback Screen When the Home Screen is open, pressing (PLAY/PAUSE button) to start playback will open this screen on the display. This shows playback conditions of the selected file, including the playback time and waveform. When playback starts, the name of the file being played is shown at the top of the screen. ❶...
  • Page 18 The positions of marks can also be checked. (→ Adding marks during recording, Adding/deleting marks in recorded files) ❼ Mark bar This shows a mark added to the file being played back. ❽ (Operation button 1) This opens the Playback Options Screen where the following can be done.
  • Page 19 Playback Options Screen Use this screen to make settings related to playback. When the Playback Screen is open, press (Operation button 1) to open this. ❶ File/option name This shows the name of the selected file. This shows the playback option when one is selected. ❷...

  • Page 20: Mixer Screen

    Mixer Screen When the Home Screen is open, press (MIXER button) to open this. Use this to adjust the mix of the input sounds. ❶ Track This shows the track being adjusted. Either track 1 or 2 can be selected only when the STEREO/MONO setting is “MONO×2”. ❷...

  • Page 21: Menu Screen

    Menu Screen Make recording, input, output, system and repeat playback settings, as well as use USB functions and manage SD cards on this screen. When the Home Screen is open, press (MENU button) to open this. ❶ Menu title ❷ Menu items This shows setting items and setting values, for example.

  • Page 22: Recording Process

    Recording process Recording follows the process shown below. • Load a microSD card (→ Inserting microSD cards) • Prepare the power (→ Installing batteries, Connecting an AC adapter) • Connect mics, for example, to inputs (→ Connecting input devices) • Turn the power on (→ Turning the power •...

  • Page 23: Making Preparations

    (→ Formatting microSD cards) • A message will open when a card that has not been used with the H1 XLR before is loaded in it. When the SD Card Screen opens, test the SD card. (→ Testing microSD cards) •...

  • Page 24: Supplying Power

    Supplying power The H1 XLR can operate using batteries or a power supply connected to the USB port (AC adapter, USB bus power or portable battery). Power from a power supply connected to the USB port will be used before batteries.

  • Page 25: Connecting An Ac Adapter

    Connect the cable of a dedicated AC adapter (AD-17) to the USB port (Type-C) and connect the adapter to an outlet. Using other power sources By connecting the USB port (Type-C) to a computer, the H1 XLR can be operated using USB bus power. Moreover, it can also be powered by a 5V portable battery (commercially-available).

  • Page 26: Connecting Input Devices

    Connecting mics and other devices to INPUT 1 and 2 The H1 XLR has INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 jacks as well as a MIC/LINE IN jack that supports plug-in power. These can be used to input up to 2 channels.
  • Page 27 Connect a lavalier mic, for example, to the MIC/LINE IN jack. The H1 XLR has a MIC/LINE IN jack that can be used to connect an external mic or line-level device. This jack can also provide plug-in power to mics that use it.

  • Page 28: Turning The Power On/Off

    Setting the type of batteries used (first time starting up)) NOTE • The H1 XLR can be set so that its power will automatically turn off if it is not used for a set amount of time. (→ Setting the time until the power turns off...
  • Page 29 • Do not disconnect the AC adapter or remove the batteries while “Please wait. Saving data…” is shown because the current settings of the H1 XLR are being saved. • The power cannot be turned off while recording. Turn the power off after recording stops.

  • Page 30: Setting The Guide Sound (First Time Starting Up)

    Setting the guide sound (first time starting up) The first time the power is turned on after purchase as well as after the H1 XLR has been reset to factory defaults, set the guide sound when a screen to set it is shown.

  • Page 31: Setting The Language Shown (First Time Starting Up)

    Setting the language shown (first time starting up) The first time the power is turned on after purchase as well as when the H1 XLR has been reset to factory defaults, set the display language when a screen to set it is shown after setting the guide sound.

  • Page 32: Setting The Date Format (First Time Starting Up)

    Setting the date format (first time starting up) The first time the power is turned on after purchase as well as after the H1 XLR has been reset to factory defaults, set the date format when a screen to set it is shown after setting the display language.

  • Page 33: Setting The Date And Time (First Time Starting Up)

    Setting the date and time (first time starting up) The first time the power is turned on after purchase as well as after the H1 XLR has been reset to factory defaults, set the date and time when a screen to set them is shown after setting the date format. The date and time are stored in recording files.
  • Page 34 HINT Screen. (→ • The date and time setting can also be changed later from the Menu Setting the date and time) • Select (operation button 1) to return to the previous settings screen.

  • Page 35: Setting The Type Of Batteries Used (First Time Starting Up)

    The first time the power is turned on after purchase as well as after the H1 XLR has been reset to factory defaults, set the type of batteries used in the H1 XLR when a screen to set it is shown after setting the date and time.

  • Page 36: Preventing Misoperation (Hold Function)

    Preventing misoperation (HOLD function) In order to prevent misoperation, the hold function can be used to disable the buttons on the H1 XLR. Slide (POWER/HOLD switch) toward “HOLD” (toward the INPUT 1 and 2 jacks). This turns on the HOLD function, disabling operations using all buttons.

  • Page 37: Making Input Settings

    Making input settings Changing the stereo/mono setting The channel format used for recording audio can be selected. Setting Explanation MONO×2 The input signals from INPUT 1 and 2 are handled as individual mono audio signals (and 2 mono files are generated). When a mic or other device is connected to the MIC/LINE IN jack, this setting cannot be used and will be automatically switched to STEREO.
  • Page 38 NOTE • If equipment is connected to the MIC/LINE IN jack, “MONO×2” will not be shown. • The recording file format will be changed in the same way. (→ H1 XLR folder and file structure) - “STEREO” selected: stereo files...

  • Page 39: Setting Phantom Power

    Setting phantom power INPUT 1 and 2 on the H1 XLR support phantom power and can provide +48 V. Turn on phantom power when condenser mics that require it are connected. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open.
  • Page 40 (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “On” or “Off”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm. NOTE When connecting devices that are not compatible with phantom power, do not turn phantom power on. Doing so could damage the device. HINT •...

  • Page 41: Using Plug-In Power

    Using plug-in power Make the following setting when a mic that is compatible with plug-in power is connected to the MIC/LINE IN jack. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “Input Settings”...
  • Page 42 (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “On”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.

  • Page 43: Reducing Noise (Lo Cut)

    Reducing noise (Lo Cut) Low frequencies can be cut to reduce the sound of wind and vocal pop noises, for example. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “Input Settings” and press (operation button 4) to confirm.
  • Page 44 (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select the cutoff frequency, and press (operation button 4) to confirm. The cutoff frequency can be set to OFF, 80 Hz, 160 Hz or 240 Hz.

  • Page 45: Making Output Settings

    Settings can be made for output to headphones and connected devices. When connecting another device, minimize its input gain and use an audio cable to connect its external mic jack to the PHONE/LINE OUT jack on the H1 XLR. HINT When output to an external device is unnecessary, disconnecting the cable from the PHONE/LINE OUT jack can increase the amount of operation time when using batteries.
  • Page 46 (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “Volume Control”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select the output level adjustment method, and press (operation button 4) to confirm it. Setting Explanation Knob...

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Fixed Level

    Adjusting the fixed level The output level when “Volume Control” is set to “Fixed” can be adjusted. (→ Changing how the output level adjusted) Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “Output Settings”...
  • Page 48 To output a test tone from the H1 XLR and adjust the output level, press (PLAY/PAUSE button). While checking the audio level meter of the connected device, adjust the input gain of that device until the audio signal level is about −20 dB.

  • Page 49: Recording

    Recording Monitoring input sounds Use headphones, for example, to monitor input sounds and adjust the volume. Connect headphones, for example, to the PHONE/LINE OUT jack. (VOLUME) to adjust the volume. The volume is shown on the display while the volume is being adjusted.
  • Page 50 NOTE • The volume output from the PHONE/LINE OUT jack is also affected by volume adjustments made on the Screen. Adjust the headphone volume after adjusting the input mix levels. (→ Mixer Adjusting the mix of input sounds) • When nothing is connected to the PHONE/LINE OUT jack, operating (VOLUME) will change the speaker volume.

  • Page 51: Adjusting The Mix Of Input Sounds

    Adjusting the mix of input sounds On the H1 XLR Mixer Screen, the input sound mix can be adjusted. Level meters can be used to check the volumes of input sounds. Press (MIXER button) when the Home Screen is open.
  • Page 52 Repeat steps 2–3 to balance the overall volume. When done adjusting press (Operation button1) to return to the Home Screen. NOTE • On the Mixer Screen, (REC button) can be used to start recording in the same way as on the Home Screen.

  • Page 53: Making Recording Settings

    Making recording settings Setting the sample rate The sample rate used to record files can be set. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “Rec Settings”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.
  • Page 54 Capturing audio before recording starts (pre-recording) The input signal is always buffered for a set amount of time, so it can be captured (pre-recorded) for 2 seconds before the time when (REC button) is operated to start recording. This is useful when (REC button) is operated late, for example.
  • Page 55 Enabling the recording start tone Half-second tone signals (recording start tones) can be output from the PHONE/LINE OUT jack when recording is started. Since recording start tones are also written to recording files, when recording audio for video with the H1 XLR, sending its output signal to the camera input can make synchronizing audio and video easier.
  • Page 56 Use a stereo mini jack cable to connect the input jack of the camera to the H1 XLR PHONE/LINE OUT jack. NOTE • Be careful with the volume if you are monitoring the input sound with headphones connected to the camera, for example.

  • Page 57: Setting The Self-Timer

    Setting the self-timer After pressing (REC button), recording will start automatically after the set time passes. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “Rec Settings”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.
  • Page 58 Press the (REC button). This starts a countdown. ❶ Countdown (seconds) Recording will start automatically after the time set in step 4 passes. The Recording Screen will be shown after the name of the file being recorded is shown. (→ Recording) NOTE This cannot be used with the pre-recording function.
  • Page 59 Setting the recording delay timer Recording can be started automatically after a set time passes. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “Rec Settings”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.
  • Page 60 Press (operation button 4) to start the timer. This starts the countdown, and the REC indicator will blink. ❶ Countdown (minutes: seconds) Recording will start when the countdown finishes. The Recording Screen will be shown after the name of the file being recorded is shown. NOTE When using the recording delay timer, pre-recording and the self-timer cannot be used.
  • Page 61 (operation button 3) to select the file naming method, and press (operation button 4) to confirm. Setting Explanation ZOOM**** Files are named “ZOOM****.WAV” (**** is a consecutive number starting with 0001). Example: “ZOOM0001.WAV” Date/Time Files are named with a “year/month/day-hour/minute/second” format.
  • Page 62 NOTE When set to "Date-Time", the "Date Format" setting will be used for the year/month/day order. (→ Setting the date format)
  • Page 63 Setting the recording time display Whether the elapsed recording time or the remaining available recording time is shown during recording can be selected. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “Rec Settings”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.
  • Page 64 Writing metadata (iXML chunks) to recording files Various related information (metadata) stored in iXML chunks can be written to recorded files. (→ Metadata contained in iXML chunks in WAV files) Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen.
  • Page 65 NOTE Some applications might not be compatible with files that have data embedded in them. If problems occur with files when using an application, turning off metadata writing might resolve them.

  • Page 66: Checking The Current Date/Time And The Name Of The Next Recorded File

    Checking the current date/time and the name of the next recorded file The current date/time and the name of the next recorded file can be checked. When the Home Screen is open, press and hold (STOP button). While pressing (STOP button), the current date/time and name of the next file to be recorded will be shown.

  • Page 67: Recording

    Recording Press (REC button) when the Home Screen is open. The REC indicator will light red, the name of the recording file will appear on the display and recording will start. The elapsed recording time or the remaining recordable time is shown when recording. (→ Setting the recording time display)
  • Page 68 HINT (Marker button). (→ • Marks can be added while recording by pressing Adding marks during recording) A maximum of 99 marks can be added in a file. • Files are automatically saved at regular intervals during recording. If the power is interrupted or another problem occurs during recording, an affected file can be restored to normal by turning on the power again.

  • Page 69: Adding Marks During Recording

    Adding marks during recording Marks can be added to files while recording. Added marks are shown on the Playback Screen, and (REW button) and (FF button) can be used to move the playback position to marks. Press (MARKER button) during recording. This will add a mark at the position of the current elapsed recording time.

  • Page 70: Moving The File Being Recorded To The Trash Folder

    • Files moved to the trash are saved in the Trash folder created on the SD card, but their information cannot be checked and they cannot be played back on the H1 XLR. To check or play them, connect and use a computer, smartphone or tablet.

  • Page 71: Playing Recordings

    Playing recordings Playing recordings Press (PLAY/PAUSE button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Playback Screen on the display and starts playback of the most recently recorded file. (VOLUME) to adjust the headphone or speaker volume. The file played can be selected from the File List Screen. (→ Selecting files for playback (File List Screen)) NOTE...

  • Page 72: Selecting Files For Playback (File List Screen)

    Selecting files for playback (File List Screen) The File List Screen can be opened and playback files selected. Press (FF button) on the Playback Screen. This opens the File List Screen. HINT • If a mark exists before the playback position, pressing (FF button) will move the playback position to that mark.

  • Page 73: Optimizing File Volume (Normalization)

    (operation button 4) to cancel the operation. NOTE • Normalized files will still be saved in 32-bit format and can be played as is by the H1 XLR. • Normalized files will be saved as new files with “_NORM” added to the ends of their names.

  • Page 74: Changing The File Format And Exporting Files

    Changing the file format and exporting files The H1 XLR can only record using 32-bit float format, but recorded files can be converted to other formats and exported. This is convenient, for example, when loading files recorded on the H1 XLR to a computer, smartphone or tablet if the application being used does not support 32-bit float format.
  • Page 75 - FF: Name of original file that was exported - BB: Bit depth (“16” when 16-bit selected, “24” when 24-bit selected) - NN: Normalization setting (“NORM” when on or nothing when off) • The H1 XLR cannot play files in the Export folder.

  • Page 76: Adding/Deleting Marks In Recorded Files

    Adding/deleting marks in recorded files Marks can be added to recorded files. Added marks are shown on the Playback Screen, and (REW button) and (FF button) can be used to move the playback position to marks. Adding marks Press (operation button 1) on the Playback Screen of the file you want to add marks to.
  • Page 77 HINT In step 3, (operation button 4) can be used during playback to add marks while continuing to play. Deleting marks Press (operation button 1) on the Playback Screen of the file you want to remove marks from. This opens the Playback Options Screen.

  • Page 78: Repeating Playback Of A Set Interval (A-B Repeat)

    Repeating playback of a set interval (A-B repeat) Playback can be repeated between two set points. Press (operation button 1) on the Playback Screen of the file you want to set for repeat playback. This opens the Playback Options Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “A-B/Speed”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.
  • Page 79 Press (operation button 1) when finished setting. This reopens the Playback Options Screen. NOTE To cancel or change A-B repeat settings, press (operation button 4) to reset the settings. HINT Since moving the A (playback start) and B (playback end) points during playback allows these positions to be confirmed in real time, they can be set while checking the playback sound.

  • Page 80: Changing The Playback Speed

    Changing the playback speed The playback speed can be changed. Press (operation button 1) on the Playback Screen of the file for which you want to set the playback speed. This opens the Playback Options Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “A-B/Speed”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.

  • Page 81: Checking File Information

    Checking file information A variety of information about the playing file can be checked. Press (operation button 1) on the Playback Screen of the file with information you want to check. This opens the Playback Options Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “Information”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.

  • Page 82: Moving The File Being Played To The Trash Folder

    • Files moved to the trash are saved in the Trash folder created on the SD card, but their information cannot be checked and they cannot be played back on the H1 XLR. To check or play them, connect and use a computer, smartphone or tablet.

  • Page 83: Making Settings For Repeat Playback (Repeat Setting)

    Making settings for repeat playback (Repeat Setting) Playback can be set so that after one file completes the next file will be played without stopping. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “Repeat Settings”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.

  • Page 84: Managing Files

    Recording files on the microSD card can be checked and deleted. H1 XLR folder and file structure Folder and file structure When recording with the H1 XLR, files are created on microSD cards in the following manner. ❶ Recording files Files recorded by the H1 XLR will be saved on the microSD card.
  • Page 85 ❹ Trash folder The Trash folder is created automatically when an SD card is loaded in the H1 XLR. Files that have been moved to the Trash folder are saved inside it. (→ Moving the file being recorded to the Trash folder, Moving the file being played to the Trash...
  • Page 86 “Setting the recording file name format”. File name example Explanation When “Recording file name” is ❶ Consecutive number set to “ZOOM****” Files are named with consecutive numbers starting with 0001.   When “Recording file name” is ❶ Date set to “Date-Time”...

  • Page 87: Using As An Audio Interface

    Using as an audio interface Signals input to the H1 XLR can be sent to a computer, smartphone or tablet, and playback signals from that device can be output from the H1 XLR. Moreover, the H1 XLR can record even when it is being used as an audio interface.
  • Page 88 ❸ Computer (Windows/Mac) NOTE • Use a USB cable that supports data transfer. • A Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter is necessary to connect to an iPhone/iPad with a Lighting connector. • Connection is not possible using a Type-C to Lightning cable. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen...
  • Page 89 NOTE • If “H1 XLR” cannot be selected for the “Sound” setting on a computer, it can still be used as a 32-bit float audio interface by selecting “H1 XLR” as the “Audio” or “Input/Output” device in an application that supports 32-bit float format.

  • Page 90: Muting Input Sound

    Muting input sound When the audio interface function is being used, input sound can be temporarily muted so audio is not sent to the computer, smartphone or tablet. Press (PLAY/PAUSE button) when the Home Screen is open and the audio interface function is in use.

  • Page 91: Making Input Settings And Monitoring Adjustments

    Making input settings and monitoring adjustments When using the H1 XLR as an audio interface, input settings and monitoring adjustments can be made in the same way as when using it as a recorder. See the references below and make input settings and monitoring adjustments.

  • Page 92: Making Usb Audio Settings

    Making USB audio settings When using the H1 XLR as an audio interface, settings can be made for the monitoring sound and signals sent to the computer, smartphone or tablet. Enabling direct monitoring This directly outputs the sound being input to the H1 XLR from it before sending the sound to the computer, smartphone or tablet.
  • Page 93 Enabling the loop back function This function allows playback sound from a computer, smartphone or tablet and sounds input to the H1 XLR to be mixed and sent again (looped back) to the computer, smartphone or tablet. This function can be used to add narration to music played back from a computer and to record the mix or stream it on that computer, for example.

  • Page 94: Recording On The H1 Xlr While Using It As An Audio Interface

    Recording on the H1 XLR while using it as an audio interface The H1 XLR can record while being used as an audio interface. In this case, recording settings can be made in the same way as when using it as a recorder.

  • Page 95: Disconnecting From Computers, Smartphones And Tablets

    Disconnecting from computers, smartphones and tablets Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “Exit Audio I/F”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.

  • Page 96: Transferring Files To Computers And Other Devices

    Transferring files to computers and other devices By connecting the H1 XLR with a computer, smartphone or tablet, files on the microSD card can be checked and moved. Connecting to computers, smartphones and tablets Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open.
  • Page 97 USB bus power supply capacity of the computer, operation using bus power might not be possible. If this is the case, select “Batteries” and operate using batteries when connected. • When “Batteries” is selected, power will not be supplied from the other device. Instead, the H1 XLR will operate using the batteries in it.

  • Page 98: Disconnecting From Computers, Smartphones And Tablets

    Conduct disconnection procedures on the computer, smartphone or tablet. • Windows: Select the H1 XLR from "Safely Remove Hardware". • macOS: Drag the H1 XLR icon to the Trash and drop it. • Smartphone/tablet: See the operation manual for the device. Press (operation button 1).

  • Page 99: Managing Microsd Cards

    Managing microSD cards Formatting microSD cards To maximize the performance of a microSD card, use the H1 XLR to format it. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “SD Card”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.
  • Page 100 NOTE • The microSD card formatting screen can also be opened by pressing (REC button) while turning the power on. • Always format microSD cards in order to maximize their performance after purchasing them new or using them with a different device. •...

  • Page 101: Testing Microsd Cards

    The writing speed of microSD cards can be tested to check if performance is good enough to save the data recorded by the H1 XLR. A Quick Test can be done in a short amount of time, while a Full Test examines the entire microSD card.
  • Page 102 NOTE Even if a performance test result is "Pass", there is no guarantee that writing errors will not occur. This information is just to provide guidance. HINT During a test, (operation button 1) can be pressed to stop it.

  • Page 103: Conducting A Full Test

    Conducting a full test Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “SD Card”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “Full Test”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.
  • Page 104 NOTE Even if a performance test result is "Pass", there is no guarantee that writing errors will not occur. This information is just to provide guidance. HINT Press (operation button 4) to pause a test and (operation button 4) to resume it. During a test, use (operation button 1) to cancel it.

  • Page 105: Deleting Files In The Trash Folder

    Deleting files in the Trash folder Files moved to the trash can be deleted to empty the trash and increase open space on the SD card. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “SD Card”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.

  • Page 106: Making Various Settings

    Making various settings Setting the language shown The language used on the H1 XLR screens can be changed. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “System”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.

  • Page 107: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the date and time Use this to set the date used for file names and the date and time added as data to recording files. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “System”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.
  • Page 108 (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to change the value, and press (operation button 4) to confirm it. Repeat steps 5–6 to set the date and time. After setting all items, use (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select (OK button on screen), and press (operation button 4) to confirm them.

  • Page 109: Setting The Date Format

    Setting the date format The date format can be changed. This date format is used for file names and as data added to recording files. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “System”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.
  • Page 110 Setting Explanation YYMMDD The date is shown in year, month, day order. MMDDYY The date is shown in month, day, year order. DDMMYY The date is shown in day, month, year order. HINT The first time you turn the power on after purchase or restoring default settings, this screen opens automatically after setting the language shown.

  • Page 111: Setting The Display Brightness

    Setting the display brightness The brightness of the display can be adjusted if it is difficult to see because it is too bright or too dim. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “System”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.
  • Page 112 Setting Explanation Dark The display backlight will always be dark. Medium The display brightness will be normal. Bright The display will be even brighter.

  • Page 113: Setting Display Power Saving

    Setting display power saving In order to conserve energy, the display backlight can be set to dim if no operation is conducted for a specific amount of time. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen.
  • Page 114 (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to set the power save time, and press (operation button 4) to confirm. Setting Explanation 30 sec, 1 min, 3 min, 5 min The display backlight will dim after the set time has elapsed without any operation.

  • Page 115: Dimming The Display While Recording

    Dimming the display while recording The display can be dimmed while recording if the “Power Save Time” set in “Setting display power saving” is enabled. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “System”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.
  • Page 116 (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “On”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm. Setting Explanation Off The display will not dim while recording. The display will dim if no operation is conducted for the set amount of time while recording.

  • Page 117: Setting The Type Of Batteries Used

    Setting the type of batteries used Set the type of batteries used by the H1 XLR so that the amount of remaining battery charge can be shown accurately. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen.
  • Page 118 Setting Explanation Alkaline Alkaline batteries Ni-MH Nickel-metal hydride batteries Lithium Lithium batteries HINT The first time you turn the power on after purchase or restoring default settings, the battery type setting appears automatically after setting the date and time.

  • Page 119: Setting The Time Until The Power Turns Off Automatically

    Setting the time until the power turns off automatically The H1 XLR can be set so that its power will automatically turn off if it is not used for a set amount of time. To keep the power on at all times, turn off the automatic power saving setting.
  • Page 120 The power will not turn off automatically under the following conditions regardless of the Auto Power Off setting. • During recording or playback • When the H1 XLR is in use as an audio interface • When the H1 XLR file transfer function is in use • During card tests...

  • Page 121: Using The Guide Sound Accessibility Feature

    Using the guide sound accessibility feature Setting the guide sound (Accessibility) With this function, the names of selected setting items can be read aloud and a beeping sound can be used to notify the occurrence of error messages, and recording starting/stopping, for example. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen...
  • Page 122 (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select a setting, and press (operation button 4) to confirm it. Setting Explanation ABC + Beep Setting items will be read aloud in the installed language. A beeping (“ABC” shows the installed sound will be used to notify the occurrence of error messages, language.) recording starting/stopping and volume adjustment, for example.

  • Page 123: Setting The Guide Sound Volume

    Setting the guide sound volume The volume of the reading voice and beep sounds can be adjusted. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “System”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.
  • Page 124 NOTE The volume determined here is also affected before output by adjustments made using (VOLUME). Consider volume adjustments using (VOLUME) when making this setting.

  • Page 125: Checking Guide Sound Information

    Checking guide sound information The language and version used for the accessibility guide sounds can be checked. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “System”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.

  • Page 126: Turning The Guide Sound On/Off With A Shortcut

    Turning the guide sound on/off with a shortcut This function allows the guide sound to be turned on/off anytime to suit the use situation. When the Home Screen is open, press and hold (MENU button). This turns on/off the guide sound. Home Screen A notification about the switch will be shown (and...

  • Page 127: Installing Guide Sounds

    Guide sound installation can be used to change the language and update the feature. Download the most recent accessibility installation file necessary to install the guide sound from the ZOOM website (zoomcorp.com/help/h1xlr).https://zoomcorp.com/help/h1xlr/ Follow the instructions in the “H1 XLR Accessibility Installation Guide” on the H1 XLR download page.

  • Page 128: Restoring The Factory Default State

    (operation button 3) to select “Execute”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm. This will restore the H1 XLR to its factory default state and turn the power off. NOTE Initializing settings will overwrite all settings with their factory defaults. Be certain before using this function.

  • Page 129: Managing The Firmware

    Managing the firmware Checking the firmware versions The firmware version used by the H1 XLR can be checked. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “System”, and press (operation button 4) to confirm.

  • Page 130: Updating The Firmware

    The H1 XLR firmware can be updated to the latest version. Files for the latest firmware updates can be downloaded from the ZOOM website (zoomcorp.com/help/ h1xlr).https://zoomcorp.com/help/h1xlr/ Follow the instructions in the “H1 XLR Firmware Update Guide” on the H1 XLR download page.

  • Page 131: Checking The Latest Information For The H1 Xlr

    Checking the latest information for the H1 A 2D code for help related to the product can be shown on the H1 XLR display. Press (MENU button) when the Home Screen is open. This opens the Menu Screen. (operation button 2) and (operation button 3) to select “Help”, and press...

  • Page 132: Appendix

    Appendix Troubleshooting If you think that the H1 XLR is operating strangely, check the following items first. Recording/playback trouble There is no sound or it is very quiet • Check the orientation of the mic or the volume settings of the connected equipment.

  • Page 133: Other Trouble

    (zoomcorp.com/help/h1xlr).https://zoomcorp.com/help/h1xlr • Even if “H1 XLR” cannot be selected for the “Sound” setting on a computer, it can still be used as a 32-bit float audio interface by selecting “H1 XLR” as the “Audio” or “Input/Output” device in an application that supports 32-bit float format.

  • Page 134: H1 Xlr Metadata Lists

    H1 XLR metadata lists Metadata contained in BEXT chunks in WAV files Explanation Remarks zSCENE= Scene name Menu > System > Date/Time zTAPE= zCIRCLED= zTRK1= Track 1 name Track names are written as follows. zTRK1 = TrMicL, zTRK2 = TrMicR...
  • Page 135 Metadata contained in iXML chunks in WAV files ○ = YES × = NO iXML master tag iXML sub tag Written Read Remarks <PROJECT> × × ○ <SCENE> × Menu > System > Date/Time ○ <TAKE> × <TAPE> × × <CIRCLED>...
  • Page 136 iXML master tag iXML sub tag Written Read Remarks <SYNC_POINT_LIST> <SYNC_POINT> <SYNC_POINT_TYPE> × × <SYNC_POINT> <SYNC_POINT_FUNCTION> × × <SYNC_POINT> <SYNC_POINT_COMMENT> × × <SYNC_POINT> <SYNC_POINT_LOW> × × <SYNC_POINT> <SYNC_POINT_HIGH> × × <SYNC_POINT> <SYNC_POINT_EVENT_DURATION> × ×   iXML master tag iXML sub tag Written Read Remarks...
  • Page 137 iXML master tag iXML sub tag Written Read Remarks <TRACK_LIST> ○ <TRACK_LIST> <TRACK_COUNT> × ○ <TRACK> <CHANNEL_INDEX> × ○ <TRACK> <INTERLEAVE_INDEX> × ○ <TRACK> <NAME> × <TRACK> <FUNCTION> × ×...

  • Page 138: Specifications

    Specifications Inputs INPUT 1/2 Connectors 2 XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR: 2 HOT, TRS: TIP HOT) Input gain Adjustment unnecessary (dual A/D converter circuits used) Input impedance MIC: 2.7 kΩ or more LINE: 1 kΩ or more Maximum input level MIC: +4 dBu LINE: +24 dBu Phantom power +48 V...
  • Page 139 USB 2.0 High Speed Power 2 AA batteries (alkaline, lithium, or rechargeable NiMH) AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5V/1A • USB bus power is supported. Estimated continuous operation times using INPUT 1 and 2 recording Alkaline batteries: about 12 hours batteries at 48 kHz/32-bit float,...
  • Page 140 ZOOM CORPORATION 4-4-3 Kanda-surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062 Japan zoomcorp.com Z2I-5337-01...

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