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Page 1 Operation Manual You must read the Usage and Safety Precautions before use. ©2025 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.
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Page 3 Contents Notes about this Operation Manual........................2 H5studio overview...............................6 XYH-5s overview................................6 Recording examples..............................7 Achieving high audio quality throughout recording and editing............... 10 Functions of parts..............................14 Overview of screens that appear........................... 19 Recording process..............................31 Making preparations..............................32 Inserting microSD cards............................32 Supplying power................................
Page 4 Connecting to computers, smartphones and tablets..................104 Making input settings and monitoring adjustments..................108 Making output settings............................110 Recording on the H5studio while using it as an audio interface..............113 Disconnecting from computers, smartphones and tablets................114 Transferring ﬁles to computers and other devices................... 115 Connecting to computers, smartphones and tablets..................
Page 5 Restoring the factory default state........................145 Managing the ﬁrmware............................146 Checking ﬁrmware versions..........................146 Updating the ﬁrmware............................147 Operating the H5studio from a smartphone or tablet..................148 Checking timecode data............................150 Disconnecting from smartphones and tablets....................150 Checking the latest information for the H5studio.....................151 Using optional mic capsules..........................152...
Page 6 H5studio overview XYH-5s overview The H5studio includes an XYH-5s, which is an XY mic capsule. Characteristics The XYH-5s is an XY stereo mic capsule that uses large diaphragms. By having left and right diaphragms face inward perpendicularly to each other, a wide recording range can be covered while fully capturing sound sources in the center.
Page 7 Recording examples Example 1: Recording performances with a voice and instrument The sound of an instrument being played can be recorded using the H5studio mic capsule while vocals are recorded with a connected mic. Example 2: Concert recording The sounds of the performance and the audience can be recorded using the H5studio mic capsule while a...
Page 8 Example 3: Live streaming of podcasts (→ Using as an audio Audio can be streamed in real time using the H5studio and connected mics. interface) (→ Recording on the H5studio While streaming audio in real time, the H5studio can simultaneously record. while using it as an audio...
Page 9 HINT If the H5studio is placed directly on a table when recording using its mic capsule, reﬂected sound could interfere with recording and reduce clarity. We recommend using a tripod, for example, to distance it from the table. Placing something like a handkerchief can also be eﬀective in reducing sound reﬂected from a table.
Page 10 Achieving high audio quality throughout recording and editing With dual A/D converter circuits and support for 32-bit ﬂoat WAV ﬁles, the H5studio 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 11 Dual A/D converter circuit overview For each input circuit, the H5studio 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 12 Switching between two A/D converters The H5studio 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 13 Clipping advantage If a waveform sounds clipped when output from the H5studio 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 14 Functions of parts Front and back ■ Front ■ Back ❶ Mic capsule (XYH-5s) This stereo mic has two crossing directional mics. This mic can record three-dimensional sound with (→ XYH-5s natural depth and width. overview) ❷ Recording Mode button and indicator Push this to change the recording mode.
Page 15 This starts recording. The indicator lights during recording. Press this when recording to stop recording. ⓬ Tripod socket This can be used to attach the H5studio to a tripod, for example. ⓭ Battery cover (→ Installing Open this when installing or removing AA batteries.
Page 16 The following functions become possible if a ZOOM BTA-1 or another dedicated adapter (sold separately) is connected here. • Wirelessly control the H5studio from an iPhone/iPad using the ZOOM Handy Control & Sync app. • Record timecode in H5studio ﬁles by connecting an UltraSync BLUE made by ATOMOS/Timecode...
Page 17 ❾ USB port (Type-C) Connect this to a computer, smartphone or tablet to use the H5studio as an audio interface and for ﬁle transfer. This supports operation with USB bus power. Use a USB cable that supports data transfer. ❿...
Page 18 Bottom end 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 SLEEVE: GND...
Page 19 In this section, we explain the screens shown on the display of the H5studio. Home Screen This screen appears on the display when the H5studio power is turned on. This shows the state of the H5studio, including recording status and input signal waveforms.
Page 20 ❻ Waveform display (MIC capsule, INPUT 1/2) This shows the waveforms of the signals being recorded on the tracks. The input types are shown at the left end of each waveform. • : Mic capsule L/R • : INPUT 1 •...
Page 21 (→ Enabling stereo The following will be shown when a track is stereo. linking) ❽ Menu bar Turn the (selection) dial to show the Menu Bar at the top of the screen. This shows icons for various setting items so settings screens, including input, output, recording and system, can be opened and settings can be made easily.
Page 22 • USB: This opens a screen to connect the H5studio to a computer, smartphone or tablet in order to check and move ﬁles on the microSD card and make audio interface settings. (→ Transferring ﬁles to computers and other devices, Using as an audio interface) •...
Page 23 (PLAY/PAUSE) button to start playback will open this screen on the display. This shows the H5studio playback information, including the playback time and recording ﬁle waveforms. ❶ Status icon The playback status is shown by an icon.
Page 24 • : INPUT 1 • : INPUT 2 ❻ Playback position bar This shows the current playback location. ❼ Mark bar This shows marks added to the ﬁle being played back. ❽ Level meters (MIC (mic capsule), INPUT 1/2, stereo mix) This shows the levels of the tracks.
Page 25 (→ Setting repeat playback (Play • Option: This opens the Playback Option Screen. Mode), Automatic volume adjustment during playback, Changing the playback speed) • Export: Use this to change the format, for example, of the playing ﬁle and export it. (→ Changing the ﬁle format and exporting ﬁles) (→ Moving the ﬁle being played to •...
Page 26 File List Screen When the Home Screen Playback Screen is open, use the (selection) dial to select (File List) and press the (ENTER) button to open it. This lists the ﬁles on the microSD card on the display, allowing the content of the card to be checked and ﬁles to be played and moved to the trash, for example.
Page 27 ❺ File length This shows the length of the currently selected ﬁle. ❻ File list This shows the ﬁles on the microSD card in a list. • Use the (selection) dial to select ﬁles. • When a list has more ﬁles than will ﬁt on the display, a scrollbar will appear on the right edge. •...
Page 28 Input Settings Screen Use this screen to make settings related to inputs. Use the (selection) dial to select a setting item or value, and press the (ENTER) button to conﬁrm. ❶ Name of input being set ❷ Menu bar The inputs that can be set are shown by icons. Use the (selection) dial to select an input, and press the (ENTER) button to make...
Page 29 HINT Press the (STOP) button to return to the Home Screen.
Page 30 Other settings screens Other screens can be used to make settings related to output, recording, SD cards, USB and the system. Use the (selection) dial to select a setting item or value, and press the (ENTER) button to conﬁrm. ❶ Use the (selection) dial to select this and press the (ENTER) button to return to the...
Page 31 Recording process Recording follows the process shown below. (→ Inserting microSD • Load a microSD card. cards) (→ Installing • Prepare the power. batteries, Connecting an AC adapter) Prepare to record (→ Connecting input • Connect mics, for example, to inputs. devices) (→ Turning on the •...
Page 32 • Recording and playback are not possible when a microSD card is not loaded in the H5studio. • When an SD card that has not been used with the H5studio before is loaded in it, an SD card test screen will open.
Page 33 Supplying power The H5studio 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 34 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 H5studio can be operated using USB bus power. A 5V mobile battery (commercially-available) can also be used to provide power.
Page 35 Connecting input devices Attaching mic capsules Attach the mic capsule to the H5studio. Align the protrusions on the mic capsule with the grooves on the H5studio and slide it until it clicks into place.
Page 36 Disconnecting mic capsules While pressing the mic capsule lock button up ( ), slide it forward ( ) and remove it. NOTE • Do not use too much force when disconnecting. Doing so could damage the mic or the main unit. •...
Page 37 Connecting a lavalier mic, for example, to the MIC/LINE IN jack The XYH-5s mic capsule, which is included with the H5studio, 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 38 Connecting mics and other devices to INPUT 1 and 2 In addition to input from the mic capsule, the H5studio also has INPUT 1 and 2. These can be used together to input up to 4 channels. Mics, mixers and other devices can be connected to INPUT 1 and 2.
Page 39 Setting the type of batteries used (ﬁrst time starting up)) NOTE • The H5studio can be set so that its power will automatically turn oﬀ if it is not used for a set amount of (→ Setting the time until the power turns oﬀ time.
Page 40 The display will darken and the power will turn oﬀ. NOTE • While “Saving data” is shown, the current settings of the H5studio are being saved. While “Saving data” is shown, do not disconnect the AC adapter or remove the batteries.
Page 41 Setting the guide sound (ﬁrst time starting up) Set the guide sound when a screen to set it is shown the ﬁrst time the power is turned on after purchase or after the H5studio has been reset to factory defaults. Use the (selection) dial to select the setting item and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 42 Setting the language shown (ﬁrst time starting up) Set the display language when a screen to set it is shown after setting the guide sound the ﬁrst time the power is turned on after purchase or after the H5studio has been reset to factory defaults. Use the (selection) dial to select the display language and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 43 Set the date format when a screen to set it is shown after setting the display language the ﬁrst time the power is turned on after purchase or after the H5studio has been reset to factory defaults. The date written to recorded ﬁles will use the date format selected here.
Page 44 Set the date and time when a screen to set them is shown after setting the date format the ﬁrst time the power is turned on after purchase or after the H5studio has been reset to factory defaults. The date and time are stored in recording ﬁles.
Page 45 HINT (→ Setting the date • The date and time settings can also be changed later on the System Settings Screen. time) • Use the (selection) dial to select and press the (ENTER) button to return to the previous setting screen.
Page 46 Setting the type of batteries used (ﬁrst time starting up) Set the type of batteries used in the H5studio when a screen to set it is shown after setting the date and time the ﬁrst time the power is turned on after purchase or after the H5studio has been reset to factory defaults.
Page 47 Preventing misoperation (HOLD function) In order to prevent misoperation, the hold function can be used to disable the buttons on the H5studio. Slide the (POWER/HOLD) switch toward “HOLD” (toward the mic capsule). This turns on the HOLD function, disabling operations using all buttons.
Page 48 Making input settings Enabling tracks for recording Select which of the MIC (mic capsule) and INPUT 1–2 tracks to record. When the Home Screen is open, press the buttons of the tracks that you want to record. The status indicators for selected tracks will light red. •...
Page 49 Converting mic capsule input to mono Mic capsule input can be mixed to a single channel and handled as mono audio. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (INPUT) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the Input Settings Screen.
Page 50 NOTE (→ Folder and ﬁle The recording ﬁle format will be changed in the same way. structure) • Set to “On”: mono ﬁles • Set to “Oﬀ”: stereo ﬁles • The sound output from the Headphone and LINE OUT jacks and the sound during audio interface operation is also switched.
Page 51 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. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (INPUT) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the Input Settings Screen.
Page 52 Setting the input level (mic/line) The input level can be set according to the devices connected to the H5studio INPUT 1 and 2. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (INPUT) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the Input Settings Screen.
Page 53 Use the (selection) dial to select “Mic” or "Line" and press the (ENTER) button. Setting Explanation Use when connecting a mic or other equipment with a low input level. Line Use when connecting line level equipment. The input level will be reduced 20 dB compared to when "Mic" is selected.
Page 54 Setting phantom power H5studio INPUT 1 and 2 support phantom power and can provide +48 V. Turn on phantom power when condenser mics that require it are connected. This can be turned on/oﬀ separately for each input. On the Home...
Page 55 NOTE When connecting devices that are not compatible with phantom power, do not turn on the phantom setting. Doing so could damage those devices. HINT Phantom power is a function that supplies power to devices that require an external power supply, including some condenser mics.
Page 56 Reducing noise (Low Cut) Low frequencies can be cut to reduce the sound of wind and vocal pop noises, for example. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (INPUT) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the Input Settings Screen.
Page 57 Setting the Advanced Limiter This limiter can be turned on/oﬀ on each track. The H5studio limiter can be set to detect the maximum level in advance and is optimized to prevent distortion. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (INPUT) and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 58 Use the (selection) dial to select “On” or “Oﬀ” and press the (ENTER) button. Setting value Explanation Oﬀ This disables the limiter. This limiter is optimized to prevent distortion by detecting the maximum level in advance. The ratio is ∞:1, providing increased internal headroom. Sudden peaks are prevented by seeing the maximum level in advance...
Page 59 Enabling stereo linking Using stereo-linking, input signals from INPUT 1 and 2 can be handled as stereo audio. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (INPUT) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the Input Settings Screen. Use the (selection) dial to select an input to stereo link ( ) and press the...
Page 60 Use the (selection) dial to select the desired item to set and press the (ENTER) button. Setting value Explanation Oﬀ Input signals will be handled as mono audio. Stereo The input signals from INPUT 1 and 2 will be handled as a stereo audio signal.
Page 61 HINT • Mid-side format is a recording method comprised of a mid mic and a side mic. • The mid mic captures sound front and center while the side mic captures sound to the left and right. These signals are recorded and converted to stereo.
Page 62 Linking gain knobs On the H5studio, the gain controls can be set to be linked for the L and R channels of the mic capsule as well as for INPUT 1 and INPUT 2. On the Home Screen, use the...
Page 63 Setting value Explanation Oﬀ Gain will not be linked for mic capsule L and R channels or for INPUT 1 and INPUT 2. • Mic capsule The left MIC GAIN knob adjusts the gain for the L channel and the right MIC GAIN knob adjusts the gain for the R channel.
Page 64 Adjusting input gain Use the (GAIN) knobs for each track on the H5studio to adjust their input gains. NOTE • Adjusting levels with the (GAIN) knobs will aﬀect the monitored sound and the recording data. • When the recording mode is “16/24-bit Fixed”, adjust them so that the level meters are around –12 dB at maximum volume.
Page 65 Adjusting the line output level The line level output to other devices can be adjusted. Minimize the input gain of the other device. Use an audio cable to connect the external mic jack of the other device with the H5studio LINE OUT jack. HINT When output to an external device is unnecessary, disconnecting the cable from the LINE OUT jack can increase the amount of operation time when using batteries.
Page 66 • Selecting “Mute” silences the output from the LINE OUT jack. To output a test tone from the H5studio and adjust the output level, press 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 67 Using a limiter on the line output The line output limiter can be used to reduce signals with levels that are too high, protecting the device connected to the line output jack. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (OUTPUT) and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 68 Recording When recording with the H5studio, every selected track is recorded separately. In addition, all signals can be mixed to stereo and simultaneously recorded as a stereo ﬁle. (→ Adjusting the This stereo ﬁle is recorded with the mix of levels adjusted using the (GAIN) knobs.
Page 69 NOTE • The volume output from the headphone jack is also aﬀected by level adjustments made using the GAIN (→ Adjusting the overall level knobs. Adjust the headphone volume after adjusting the input mix levels. balance) • The built-in speaker cannot be used for monitoring while recording. HINT •...
Page 70 Adjusting the overall level balance Using the H5studio (GAIN) knobs, the levels of each input and the stereo mix can be adjusted to balance the overall level. NOTE • Adjusting levels with the (GAIN) knobs will aﬀect the monitored sound and the recording data.
Page 71 Making recording settings Setting the recording mode The H5studio allows selection 16/24-bit ﬁxed or 32-bit ﬂoat formats for recording ﬁles. Press the (Recording Mode) button on the H5studio. Select “Change to Fixed” or “Change to Float”. Conﬁrm that the indicator for the desired setting value is lit.
Page 72 Setting the sample rate The sample rate used to record ﬁles can be set. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (REC) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the Rec Settings Screen. Use the (selection) dial to select “Sample Rate” and press the (ENTER) button to conﬁrm.
Page 73 Selecting the bit depth The bit depth of recorded ﬁles can be set. (→ Setting the recording This can only be set when the recording mode is “16/24-bit Fixed”. mode) On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (REC) and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 74 Setting whether to record mix ﬁles In addition to recording each track separately, the H5studio can also record a stereo mix ﬁle of those tracks. The recording of stereo mix ﬁles can be disabled to save SD card space. NOTE •...
Page 75 Use the (selection) dial to select “On” or “Oﬀ” and press the (ENTER) button to conﬁrm. Setting value Explanation Oﬀ Stereo mix ﬁles will not be recorded. Stereo mix ﬁles will be recorded.
Page 76 Setting the Advanced Limiter for mix ﬁles This limiter can be turned on/oﬀ for mix ﬁles. The H5studio limiter can be set to detect the maximum level in advance and is optimized to prevent distortion. On the Home Screen, use the...
Page 77 Use the (selection) dial to select “On” or “Oﬀ” and press the (ENTER) button to conﬁrm. Setting value Explanation Oﬀ This disables the limiter. This limiter is optimized to prevent distortion by detecting the maximum level in advance. The ratio is ∞:1, providing increased internal headroom. Sudden peaks are prevented by seeing the maximum level in advance...
Page 78 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 up to 6 seconds before the time when the (REC) button is operated to start recording. This is useful when the (REC) button is operated late, for example.
Page 79 OUT jacks) when recording is started. Since recording start tones are also written to recording ﬁles, when recording audio for video with the H5studio, sending its output signal to the camera input can make synchronizing audio and video easier. On the...
Page 80 Use a stereo mini jack cable to connect the input jack of the camera to the H5studio LINE OUT jack. NOTE Be careful with the volume if you are monitoring the input sound with headphones, for example.
Page 81 Writing metadata (iXML chunks) to recording ﬁles (→ Metadata Various related information (metadata) stored in iXML chunks can be written to recorded ﬁles. contained in iXML chunks in WAV ﬁles) On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (REC) and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 82 Recording Press 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. This shows the elapsed recording time when recording. NOTE The ﬁle name will be the date followed by the hour, minute and second using the set date and time (Setting the date and time).
Page 83 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 playing it with the H5studio.
Page 84 Pausing recording By pausing recording and not recording unwanted intervals, microSD card capacity can be conserved. Press the (PLAY/PAUSE) button when recording. This pauses recording. Press the (PLAY/PAUSE) button again to resume recording. NOTE Resuming recording will automatically add a mark at that point. Adding marks during recording Marks can be added to ﬁles while recording.
Page 85 • 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 by the H5studio. To check or play them, connect and (→ Transferring ﬁles to computers and other use a computer, smartphone or tablet.
Page 86 Changing screen content The Home Screen can be set to show level meters only, waveforms only or level meters and waveforms. Use the (selection) dial to select (DISPLAY) and press the (ENTER) button. Press the (ENTER) button to cycle through the following display options.
Page 87 Playing recordings Starting and stopping playback Press the (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. to adjust the headphone or speaker volume. Levels can also be adjusted separately (→ Adjusting the track level for each track.
Page 88 “240101_000000_Tr1.WAV” and “240101_000000_Tr2.WAV” have been created in a ﬁle folder, they will be shown as a single ﬁle named “240101_000000” on the File List Screen. If this ﬁle is selected and deleted, (→ H5studio folder and ﬁle this operation will be applied to all ﬁles in the ﬁle folder.
Page 89 Adjusting the track level balance On the Playback Screen, use the (selection) dial to select the fader for the track desired for level adjustment and press the (ENTER) button. Use the (selection) dial to change the level and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 90 Setting repeat playback (Play Mode) Playback can be set so that after one ﬁle completes the next ﬁle will be played without stopping. On the Playback Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (OPTION) and press the (ENTER) button. Use the (selection) dial to select “Play Mode”...
Page 91 Automatic volume adjustment during playback By setting “Audio Normalization” to “On”, the playback volume can be evened out regardless of recording levels. On the Playback Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (OUTPUT) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the Output Settings Screen. Use the (selection) dial to select “Audio Normalization”...
Page 92 Changing the playback speed The playback speed can be changed. On the Playback Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (OUTPUT) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the Output Settings Screen. Use the (selection) dial to select “Playback Speed” and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 93 Repeating playback of a set interval (A-B repeat) Playback can be repeated between two set points. On the Playback Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (AB REPEAT) and press the (ENTER) button. Use the (selection) dial to select (SET A) and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 94 This reopens the Playback Screen. NOTE • To cancel or change A-B repeat settings, press (CLEAR) to reset the settings. (→ Changing the ﬁle • The interval speciﬁed using the A-B Repeat function can be applied when exporting. format and exporting ﬁles) HINT Since moving the A (playback start) and B (playback end) points during playback allows these positions to be...
Page 95 The H5studio can convert and export recorded ﬁles in other formats. This is convenient, for example, when loading ﬁles recorded on the H5studio to a computer, smartphone or tablet if the application being used does not support 32-bit ﬂoat format.
Page 96 Select whether or not to export using a speciﬁed range. Use the (selection) dial to select “Range” and press the (ENTER) button. Then, use the (selection) dial to select the setting and press the (ENTER) button. Setting value Explanation This exports the range between the two points set using Repeating playback of a set interval (A-B repeat).
Page 97 - TT: Track name (used if “All” selected for “Tracks” / omitted if “Tracks” is “2Mix”) - BB: Bit depth (“16” when 16-bit selected, “24” when 24-bit selected or nothing when 32-bit ﬂoat selected) - NN: Normalization setting (“NORM” when on or nothing when oﬀ) • The H5studio cannot play ﬁles in the Export folder.
Page 98 • Files moved to the trash are saved in the TRASH folder, but their information cannot be checked and they cannot be played back by the H5studio. To check or play them, connect and use a computer, smartphone (→ Transferring ﬁles to computers and other or tablet.
Page 99 Files created on the H5studio will be saved on the microSD card. Recording ﬁles on the microSD card can be checked and deleted. H5studio folder and ﬁle structure Folder and ﬁle structure When recording with the H5studio, ﬁles are created on microSD cards in the following manner. Root ❶ File folders These are created each time recording is conducted.
Page 100 ﬁles) ❺ TRASH folder The TRASH folder is created automatically when an SD card is loaded in the H5studio. Files that have (→ Moving the ﬁle being recorded to the TRASH been moved to the TRASH folder are saved inside it.
Page 101 Recording ﬁle names Files are named with the following format. File name example Explanation ❶ Date The date of recording is used as a number. The numbers follow the set order (Setting the date format). ❷ Time The hour, minute and second are used as a number. ❸...
Page 102 “240101_000000_Tr1.WAV” and “240101_000000_Tr2.WAV” have been created in a ﬁle folder, they will be shown as a single ﬁle named “240101_000000” on the File List Screen. If this ﬁle is selected and deleted, this (→ H5studio folder and ﬁle operation will be applied to all ﬁles in the ﬁle folder.
Page 103 Using as an audio interface Signals input to the H5studio can be sent to a computer, smartphone or tablet, and playback signals from that device can be output from the H5studio. Moreover, the H5studio can record even when it is being used as an audio interface.
Page 104 Connecting to computers, smartphones and tablets Use a USB (Type-C) cable to connect the H5studio with a computer, smartphone or tablet. ❶ Smartphone/tablet (USB Type-C) ❷ iPhone/iPad (Lightning) ❸ Computer (Windows/Mac) NOTE • Use a USB cable that supports data transfer.
Page 105 Set the channels to output to the computer, smartphone or tablet. Use the (selection) dial to select “Channel” and press the (ENTER) button. Then, use the (selection) dial to select the channels and press the (ENTER) button. Setting value Explanation Stereo mix This will make a stereo mix of all inputs with the balance of levels adjusted by the...
Page 106 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz and 96 kHz options. HINT Using “Audio I/F + REC” mode, the H5studio sample rate setting cannot be changed from the computer, smartphone or tablet. To set the sample rate from a computer, smartphone or tablet, use “Audio I/F Only”...
Page 107 “Input/Output” device. NOTE • If “H5studio” cannot be selected for the “Sound” setting on a computer, it can still be used as a 32-bit ﬂoat audio interface by selecting “H5studio” as the “Audio” or “Input/Output” device in an application that supports 32-bit ﬂoat format.
Page 108 Making input settings and monitoring adjustments When using the H5studio 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 109 Reference Explanation Adjusting the overall level balance GAIN knobs can be used to adjust the monitoring mix of the input sounds. Moreover, the volumes of the input sounds and their stereo mix signal can be checked with the level meters.
Page 110 Making output settings Adjusting the USB output level The level output by USB to the computer, smartphone or tablet can be adjusted. On the Home Screen when in audio interface mode, use the (selection) dial to select (Output) and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 111 This function allows playback sound from a computer, smartphone or tablet and sounds input to the H5studio 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 112 Enabling direct monitoring The sound being input to the H5studio can be directly output from it before sending the sound to the computer, smartphone or tablet. This enables monitoring without latency (direct monitoring function). On the Home Screen when in audio interface mode, use the...
Page 113 • The sample rate of the H5studio • The bit depth of the H5studio when the recording mode is “16/24-bit Fixed” To change the sample rate, disconnect from the computer, smartphone or tablet. Then, follow step 6 of “Connecting to computers, smartphones and tablets”.
Page 114 Disconnecting from computers, smartphones and tablets On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (EXIT) and press the (ENTER) button. Use the (selection) dial to select “Exit” and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 115 Transferring ﬁles to computers and other devices By connecting the H5studio with a computer, smartphone or tablet, ﬁles on the microSD card can be checked and moved. Connecting to computers, smartphones and tablets On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (USB) and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 116 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 H5studio will operate using the batteries in it.
Page 117 Conduct disconnection procedures on the computer, smartphone or tablet. • Windows: Select the H5studio from “Safely Remove Hardware”. • macOS: Drag the H5studio icon to the Trash and drop it. • Smartphone/tablet: See the operation manual for the device. Press the (ENTER) button.
Page 118 Managing microSD cards Formatting microSD cards To maximize the performance of a microSD card, use the H5studio to format it. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (SD CARD) and press the (ENTER) button. The SD Card screen will open.
Page 119 The writing speed of microSD cards can be tested to check if performance is good enough to save data recorded by the H5studio. A Quick Test can be done in a short amount of time, while a Full Test examines the entire microSD card.
Page 120 The result of the test will be shown when it completes. 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, the (ENTER) button can be pressed to stop it.
Page 121 Conducting a full test On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (SD CARD) and press the (ENTER) button. The SD Card screen will open. Use the (selection) dial to select “Full Test” and press the (ENTER) button. The amount of time required for the full test will be shown.
Page 122 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. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (SD CARD) and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 123 • An ATOMOS/Timecode Systems UltraSync BLUE cannot be used during audio interface operation (→ Using as an audio interface). • An H5studio cannot have both ZOOM Handy Control & Sync and an UltraSync BLUE connected at the same time. Using timecode for editing If video and audio data both have recorded timecode, aligning them to a timeline and synchronizing them together is easy when using nonlinear editing software for editing.
Page 124 Inputting timecode The UltraSync BLUE made by ATOMOS/Timecode Systems transmits timecode, which is received by both the H5studio and the video camera, resulting in timecode being recorded in the data for both the audio and the video. The timecode is transmitted and received by Bluetooth.
Page 125 Connecting with an UltraSync BLUE If the H5studio is connected to an UltraSync BLUE, it can receive timecode from the UltraSync BLUE and add it to recording ﬁles. To connect an UltraSync BLUE, a BTA-1 or another dedicated wireless adapter must be connected to the H5studio.
Page 126 (ENTER) button. Searching for the device to connect will begin and “Searching…” will appear on the display. NOTE If the H5studio and an UltraSync BLUE have been connected before, make a selection when the following screen appears. Setting value Explanation...
Page 127 HINT • See the UltraSync BLUE manual for the procedures to select connected devices. • Use the H5studio and the UltraSync BLUE as close together as possible to make communication more reliable. • If communication with the UltraSync BLUE is interrupted while recording, timecode data will not be added to the remainder of the recording.
Page 128 Making various settings Setting the language shown The language shown on H5studio screens can be changed. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (SYSTEM) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the System Settings Screen. Use the (selection) dial to select “Language”...
Page 129 Setting the date and time Use this to set the date and time added to recording ﬁles. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (SYSTEM) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the System Settings Screen. Use the (selection) dial to select “Date/Time”...
Page 130 Use the (selection) dial to change the value and press the (ENTER) button. Repeat steps 4–5 to set the date and time. After setting all the items, use the (selection) dial to select and press the (ENTER) button. HINT The ﬁrst time you turn the power on after purchase or restoring default settings, this screen opens automatically after setting the date format.
Page 131 Setting the date format Use this to change the date format used when recording ﬁles. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (SYSTEM) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the System Settings Screen. Use the (selection) dial to select “Date/Time” and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 132 Use the (selection) dial to select the date format and press the (ENTER) button. A speciﬁc example of the set date format will be shown at the bottom right of the screen using the current date setting. Setting value Explanation YYMMDD The date is shown in year, month, day order.
Page 133 Setting the display brightness The brightness of the display can be adjusted if it is diﬃcult to see because it is too dim or too bright. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (SYSTEM) and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 134 Setting the type of batteries used Set the type of batteries used by the H5studio so that the amount of remaining battery charge can be shown accurately. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (SYSTEM) and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 135 Use the (selection) dial to select the battery type and press the (ENTER) button. Setting value 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 136 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. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (SYSTEM) and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 137 Setting the time until the power turns oﬀ automatically The H5studio 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, set Auto Power Oﬀ to Oﬀ.
Page 138 The power will not turn oﬀ automatically under the following conditions regardless of the Auto Power Oﬀ setting. • During recording or playback • When the H5studio is in use as an audio interface • When the H5studio ﬁle transfer function is in use • During card tests...
Page 139 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, recording starting/stopping and volume adjustment, for example.
Page 140 Use the (selection) dial to select the setting item and press the (ENTER) button. Setting value Explanation Voice ＋ Beep Setting items will be read aloud in the installed language. A beeping sound will be used to notify the occurrence of error messages, recording starting/stopping and volume adjustment, for example.
Page 141 Setting the guide sound volume The volume of the reading voice and beep sounds can be adjusted. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (SYSTEM) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the System Settings Screen. Use the (selection) dial to select “Accessibility”...
Page 142 Use the (selection) dial to select the volume and press the (ENTER) button. The volume can be set to Quiet, Mild or Loud. NOTE The volume determined here is also aﬀected before output by adjustments made using the (VOLUME) dial. Consider volume adjustments using the (VOLUME) dial when making this setting.
Page 143 Checking guide sound information The language and version used for the accessibility guide sounds can be checked. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (SYSTEM) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the System Settings Screen. Use the (selection) dial to select “Accessibility”...
Page 144 The guide sound language is English at the time of purchase. 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/h5studio).
Page 145 (selection) dial to select “Execute” and press the (ENTER) button. This will restore the H5studio 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 146 Managing the ﬁrmware Checking ﬁrmware versions The ﬁrmware versions used by the H5studio can be checked. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (SYSTEM) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the System Settings Screen. Use the (selection) dial to select “Firmware”...
Page 147 Updating the ﬁrmware The H5studio ﬁrmware can be updated to the latest versions. Files for the latest ﬁrmware updates can be downloaded from the ZOOM website (zoomcorp.com/help/ h5studio). Follow the instructions in the “H5studio Firmware Update Guide” on the H5studio download page.
Page 148 • The ZOOM Handy Control & Sync app must be installed on the smartphone or tablet beforehand. The ZOOM Handy Control & Sync app can be downloaded from the App Store. Refer to the manual for the ZOOM Handy Control & Sync app for details about app settings and operation procedures.
Page 149 On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select “SYSTEM” and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the System Settings Screen. Use the (selection) dial to select “Bluetooth” and press the (ENTER) button. Use the (selection) dial to select “Handy Control & Sync” and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 150 Launch the ZOOM Handy Control & Sync app on the smartphone or tablet. Then, conduct connection procedures from the app. When connection completes “Handy Control & Sync Connected” will appear on the display. Refer to the manual for the ZOOM Handy Control & Sync app for details about app settings and operation procedures. HINT If connection occurred previously with ZOOM Handy Control ＆...
Page 151 Checking the latest information for the H5studio A 2D code for help related to the H5studio can be shown on its display. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (SYSTEM) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the System Settings Screen.
Page 152 Using optional mic capsules The mic capsule included with the H5studio 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 153 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 the (selection) dial to select (INPUT) and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 154 Use the (selection) dial to select the mode to use and press the (ENTER) button. 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.
Page 155 Reducing noise when using an SSH-6e (Low Cut) Low frequencies can be cut to reduce the sound of wind and vocal pop noises, for example. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (INPUT) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the Input Settings Screen.
Page 156 Setting the Advanced Limiter for the SSH-6e The limiter can be turned on/oﬀ for the MIC track. The H5studio limiter can be set to detect the maximum level in advance and is optimized to prevent distortion. On the Home Screen, use the...
Page 157 Use the (selection) dial to select “On” or “Oﬀ” and press the (ENTER) button. Setting value Explanation Oﬀ This disables the limiter. This limiter is optimized to prevent distortion by detecting the maximum level in advance. The ratio is ∞:1, providing increased internal headroom. Sudden peaks are prevented by seeing the maximum level in advance...
Page 158 Linking L and R gain for the SSH-6e The gain of the mid and side mics can be set to be linked. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (INPUT) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the Input Settings Screen.
Page 159 Use the (selection) dial to select “On” or “Oﬀ” and press the (ENTER) button. Setting value Explanation Oﬀ The gain of the mid and side mics will not be linked. The left MIC GAIN knob adjusts the gain for the mid mic and the right MIC GAIN knob adjusts the gain for the side mic.
Page 160 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). Enabling the EXH-6e inputs INPUT A and INPUT B of the EXH-6e need to be enabled for use.
Page 161 NOTE To record sound input from an EXH-6e, the mic capsule track must be enabled on the H5studio itself. Conﬁrm that the mic capsule track indicator on the H5studio is lit.
Page 162 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 the (selection) dial to select (INPUT) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the Input Settings Screen. Use the (selection) dial to select (MIC) and press the (ENTER) button.
Page 163 Use the (selection) dial to select the desired item to set and press the (ENTER) button. 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 164 Reducing noise when using an EXH-6e (Low Cut) Low frequencies can be cut to reduce the sound of wind and vocal pop noises, for example. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (INPUT) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the Input Settings Screen.
Page 165 Setting the Advanced Limiter for the EXH-6e The limiter can be turned on/oﬀ for the MIC track. The H5studio limiter can be set to detect the maximum level in advance and is optimized to prevent distortion. On the Home Screen, use the...
Page 166 Use the (selection) dial to select “On” or “Oﬀ” and press the (ENTER) button. Setting value Explanation Oﬀ This disables the limiter. This limiter is optimized to prevent distortion by detecting the maximum level in advance. The ratio is ∞:1, providing increased internal headroom. Sudden peaks are prevented by seeing the maximum level in advance...
Page 167 Linking A and B gain for the EXH-6e The gain of INPUT A and INPUT B can be set to be linked. On the Home Screen, use the (selection) dial to select (INPUT) and press the (ENTER) button. This opens the Input Settings Screen.
Page 168 Use the (selection) dial to select “On” or “Oﬀ” and press the (ENTER) button. Setting value Explanation Oﬀ The gain of INPUT A and INPUT B will not be linked. The left MIC GAIN knob adjusts the gain for INPUT A and the right MIC GAIN knob adjusts the gain for INPUT B.
Page 169 Appendix Troubleshooting If the H5studio seems to be 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 170 • Use the card testing function on the unit and use a card that passes the test. • We recommend using microSD cards that have been conﬁrmed to operate with this recorder. See the ZOOM website (zoomcorp.com/help/h5studio). Operation is not possible •...
Page 171 32-bit ﬂoat format. • Even if “H5studio” cannot be selected for the “Sound” setting on a computer, it can still be used as a 32- bit ﬂoat audio interface by selecting “H5studio” as the “Audio” or “Input/Output” device in an application that supports 32-bit ﬂoat format.
Page 172 H5studio metadata list Metadata contained in BEXT chunks in WAV ﬁles Explanation Remarks zSPEED= Frame rate zTAKE= Take number zUBITS= User bits zSCENE= Scene name System > Date/Time zTAPE= zCIRCLED= zTRKn= Track name zNOTE=...
Page 173 Metadata contained in iXML chunks in WAV ﬁles ○ = YES × = NO iXML master tag iXML sub tag Written Read Remarks ○ <PROJECT> × ○ ○ <SCENE> System > Date/Time ○ <TAKE> × ○ <TAPE> × ○ <CIRCLED> ×...
Page 174 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 175 Mixer block diagrams When recording or in recording standby INPUT BLOCK REC DATA MIC L MIC L MIC R INPUT 1 SLATE SLATE INPUT 2 WAVE LEVELMETER GAIN SLATE Se le ct MUTE Dual Ad va n ce d MIC L MIC L MIC L MIC L...
Page 176 During playback INPUT BLOCK PLAY DATA LEVELMETER Tr M IC L Tr M IC L Norm a lize LEVELMETER Ste re o Tr M IC R Tr M IC R Norm a lize LEVELMETER Tr 1 Tr 1 Norm a lize LEVELMETER Ste re o Tr 2...
Page 177 Speciﬁcations Input and Inputs Mic capsule output MIC/LINE (mono) channels Outputs LINE OUT Headphone Built-in speaker (mono) Inputs XY mic: XYH-5s 90° XY stereo format Pickup pattern Unidirectional Sensitivity –41 dB/Pa at 1 kHz Maximum sound pressure 140 dB SPL input /LINE IN: XYH-5s Connector...
Page 178 Dedicated wireless adapter (ZOOM BTA-1) Power 4 AA batteries (alkaline, lithium or rechargeable NiMH batteries) AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5V/1A • USB bus power is supported. Estimated continuous operation times using 2-track (XYH-5s) recording Alkaline batteries: about 15 hours batteries at 48 kHz/32-bit ﬂoat with...
Page 179 4-track (XYH-5s and Alkaline batteries: about 6 hours inputs 1–2) recording NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): about 6 at 48 kHz/32-bit ﬂoat hours with phantom power oﬀ, Lithium batteries: about 11.5 hours headphones used (33Ω load), no LINE OUT, no REMOTE, Power Saving on, Display Brightness Medium Power consumption 5 W maximum...
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