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Version 2.0 Supplementary Manual
You must read the Usage and Safety Precautions before use.
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- Page 1 Version 2.0 Supplementary 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 Function added since Version 1.1 ■ Functions added in Version 2.0 • Support added for SSH-6e and EXH-6e mic capsules Support has been added for the SSH-6e and EXH-6e mic capsules, which are sold separately. • Pause recording function added A function has been added that enables recording to be paused by pressing ...
- Page 3 Contents Function added since Version 1.1..........................2 Using optional mic capsules............................4 Using an SSH-6e................................4 Setting the SSH-6e mode............................5 Setting the SSH-6e side level.............................7 Reducing noise when using an SSH-6e (Lo Cut).....................9 Using an EXH-6e................................ 10 Enabling the EXH-6e inputs............................. 11 Setting EXH-6e stereo linking..........................
- Page 4 Using optional mic capsules The mic capsule included with the H6essential can be swapped with a different mic capsule (sold separately) according to recording needs. The display and operation when using an optional mic capsule are fundamentally the same as when using the included mic capsule.
- Page 5 Setting the SSH-6e mode The operation mode of the SSH-6e. By setting the mode, a wide range of recording styles can be supported, from super-directional mono to stereo, which would normally require using an additional mic. On the Home Screen, use to select (Input) and press This opens the Input Settings Screen.
- Page 6 to select the mode, and press Setting Explanation Mono This turns off the side mic, enabling use as a mono shotgun mic. This is useful for situations when recording only specific sounds is desired. Stereo This uses the mid and side mics together as a stereo shotgun mic that keeps stereo width while having directional focus.
- Page 7 Setting the SSH-6e side level When using the SSH-6e as a stereo shotgun mic, the side mic level can be set before recording, enabling the stereo width to be adjusted. NOTE Side level can only be adjusted when the SSH-6e mode is set to “Stereo”. On the Home Screen, use to select (Input) and press...
- Page 8 to select “Side Level”, and press to set the side level, and press The setting range is –24 to +6. The higher the number is the wider the sound becomes to the left and right.
- Page 9 Reducing noise when using an SSH-6e (Lo Cut) Low frequencies can be cut to reduce the sound of wind and vocal pop noises, for example. On the Home Screen, use to select (Input) and press This opens the Input Settings Screen. to select “SSH”, and press to select “Lo Cut”...
- Page 10 • When connecting a mic that requires plug-in power to the MIC/LINE jack, set the PLUG-IN POWER ON/OFF switch to ON. • For additional details about the EXH-6e, see its manual. Download the EXH-6e manual from the ZOOM website (zoomcorp.com/help/exh-6e).
- Page 11 This will enable that input jack and light the INPUT A/B status indicator. NOTE To record sound input from an EXH-6e, the mic capsule track must be enabled on the H6essential itself. Confirm that the mic capsule track indicator on the H6essential is lit.
- Page 12 Setting EXH-6e stereo linking By stereo-linking the EXH-6e inputs, their signals can be handled as stereo audio. On the Home Screen, use to select (Input) and press This opens the Input Settings Screen. to select “EXH”, and press to select “A&B Link”, and press...
- Page 13 to select the desired setting, and press Setting Explanation Off Input signals will be handled as mono audio. Stereo The two EXH-6e input signals will be handled as stereo audio. INPUT A will become the L channel and INPUT B will become the R channel.
- Page 14 Setting the EXH-6e side level With the EXH-6e, if the input signal is set to “MS”, the side level can be set before recording, allowing the stereo width of the input sound to be adjusted. On the Home Screen, use to select (Input) and press This opens the Input Settings Screen.
- Page 15 to select “Side Level”, and press to set the side level, and press Setting Explanation −24 – +6 The higher the number is the wider the sound becomes to the left and right. Mute The side mic will be muted. The mid signal will be recorded to the L channel and the side signal will be recorded to the R channel of the stereo file.
- Page 16 Reducing noise when using an EXH-6e (Lo Cut) Low frequencies can be cut to reduce the sound of wind and vocal pop noises, for example. On the Home Screen, use to select (Input) and press This opens the Input Settings Screen. to select “EXH”, and press to select “Lo Cut A”...
- Page 17 Pausing recording By pausing recording and not recording unwanted intervals, microSD card capacity can be conserved. Press during recording. This pauses recording. Press again to resume recording. NOTE Resuming recording will automatically add a mark at that point.
- Page 18 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. Turning the guide sound on/off When the HOME screen is open, press and hold This turns on/off the guide sound.
- Page 19 • 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 20 ZOOM CORPORATION 4-4-3 Kanda-surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062 Japan zoomcorp.com Z2I-5426-01...
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