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Zoom H2essential Manual

Zoom H2essential Manual

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H2essential
Software and documents related to this product can be viewed on the following
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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.
You might need this manual in the future. Always keep it in a place where you can access it easily.
The contents of this manual and the specifications of the product could be changed without notice.
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  • Page 1 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. You might need this manual in the future. Always keep it in a place where you can access it easily.
  • Page 2 We recommend using microSD cards that have been confirmed to work with this product. See the ZOOM website (zoomcorp.com/help/h2essential) for informa- tion about microSD cards that have been confirmed to work with this unit.
  • Page 3 Do not use new and old batteries together. Good! Remove dead batteries as soon as possible. Remove batteries when not using them for a long time. A dedicated AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17) or a commercially-available portable USB battery can also be used. AC adapter Portable...
  • Page 4 Making settings when first turned on Accessibility setting A function that enables setting audio guidance and beep sounds is included to assist users with vision impairments. to select a setting item, and press to confirm. Language setting Date format setting to select the The year, month and day will be used in language and press...
  • Page 5 Date and time settings Select a setting item, and press Change the value, and press to confirm. to confirm. After setting all the items, select “OK” and press to complete setting the date and time. Battery type setting Set the type of battery used correctly so that the amount of remaining battery charge can be shown accurately.
  • Page 6 We recommend running SD card tests on microSD cards after purchasing them new or using them with a different device. A quick test can check the performance of a microSD card in a short time (about 30 seconds) regard- less of its capacity. A full test will check the entire microSD card, so the amount of time required depends on its capacity (about 15 hours for 64 GB).
  • Page 7 Preparing to record ■ Connecting headphones and adjusting the volume Headphones ■ Setting the recording orientation and mic pickup pattern After using to set the recording orientation, use to set the mic pickup pattern. Front Mono 90° 120° Mono 90° 120°...
  • Page 8 ■ Connecting mics that require plug-in power The MIC/LINE IN (REAR) jack can be used for recording. External mic • Setting plug-in power 差し替え Turn on plug-in power.
  • Page 9 Select a track and confirm. Adjust the monitoring balance and confirm. • These settings do not affect the levels of recorded files. They only affect the playback of recorded files on the H2essential. • Levels can be readjusted with the mixer during playback.
  • Page 10 Recording The indicator will light red and Press again to stop recording will start. recording. Slide toward HOLD to prevent misoperation when recording. ■ Operations during recording This adds a marker for cueing during playback. This stops recording and moves the file to the trash.
  • Page 11 Playing recordings This starts playback. ■ Operations during playback Open the Playlist Screen, export files and use A-B repeat play- back, for example. Move the file playback position backward/forward. Move the file to the trash. Stop playback. Move to the previous file, the beginning of the file, or the previous mark.
  • Page 12 Accessing online help (2D code) Select the Help menu item to show a 2D code. Scan it with a smartphone to access detailed documents about the product. zoomcorp.com/help/h2essential...
  • Page 13 Functions of parts ■ Rear (display side) ① Built-in mics ⑤ MENU button Press this to open the Menu Screen. Using three mic capsules, this mic can ⑥ Other buttons achieve hypercardioid and MS stereo (90º/120º) pickup patterns in both front and rear directions.
  • Page 14 ■ Front (battery side) ① Battery cover Open this when installing or removing AA batteries.
  • Page 15 ■ Right side ① Strap hole ④ REMOTE connector Use this to attach a strap. Connect a ZOOM BTA-1 or other dedi- ② POWER/HOLD switch cated adapter here. This enables wireless control of the Use this to turn the power on/off and to H2essential from an iPhone/iPad using disable button operation.
  • Page 16 ■ Top ① REC button ④ Pickup pattern selection buttons This starts recording. These determine whether tracks are The indicator lights during recording. recorded in mono or stereo and the ② FRONT button stereo width. Select from one of the following. The Press this to enable recording toward the selected button will light.
  • Page 17 A driver must be installed to connect with Windows computers. The latest driver can be downloaded from the ZOOM website (zoomcorp.com/help/h2essential). • File transfer By connecting with a computer, smartphone or tablet, files on the microSD card can be checked and moved.
  • Page 18 ■ Wireless control from an iPhone/iPad By connecting a BTA-1 or other dedicated wireless adapter and using the ZOOM Handy Control & Sync app, the H2essential can be operated from an iPhone/iPad. Dedicated wireless adapter (ZOOM BTA-1, etc.) iPhone/iPad...
  • Page 19 Recording from copyrighted sources, including CDs, records, tapes, live performances, video works and broadcasts, without per- mission 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.