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You must read the Usage and Safety Precautions before use.
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  • Page 1 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. This manual might be needed in the future, so be sure to keep it somewhere that is easy to access.

  • Page 2: Inserting Microsd Cards

    We recommend using microSD cards that have been confirmed to work with this product. See the ZOOM website (zoomcorp.com/help/h5studio). • Always turn the power off before inserting or removing a microSD card. • To remove a microSD card, push it further into the slot and then pull it out.
  • 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. USB (Type-C) AC adapter Portable...

  • Page 4: Language Setting

    Making settings when first turned on (select) and (confirm/execute) according to the screen. Accessibility setting A function that enables setting audio guidance and beep sounds is included to assist users with vision impairments. Adjust the volume by turning the (VOLUME dial) on the left side. Language setting Press to return to the previous screen.

  • Page 5: Date Format Setting

    Date format setting The year, month and day will be used in recording file names in the order set here. Date and time settings Select a setting item and confirm. Change the value and confirm. After setting all the items, select “OK” to complete setting the date and time.

  • Page 6: Battery Type Setting

    Battery type setting Set the type of battery used correctly so that the amount of remaining battery charge can be shown accurately. 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.
  • Page 7 After settings are complete, the Home Screen will open. ■ Home Screen Counter (Elapsed/remaining recording times) Status icon Remaining battery indicator Waveform display • XY mic • INPUT 1 • INPUT 2 Level meters • XY mic • INPUT 1 •...

  • Page 8: Preparing To Record

    Preparing to record Connecting equipment External mic Headphones Dynamic Condenser Wireless mics Keyboard PA mixer (line-level equipment) (line-level equipment) When disconnecting an XLR plug, pull it while pushing on the connector.

  • Page 9: Selecting The Recording Mode

    Enabling tracks for recording The indicator will light red, showing it is ready to record. Selecting the recording mode Press to select the recording mode. to select and confirm. • When 32bit Float is selected, audio files will not be clipped. •...
  • Page 10 Making input settings Select for the XY mic. Turn to show the menu Select for INPUT 1 or 2. bar and select The following procedure is for setting the low cut function. Other settings can be made the same way ( →   “...
  • Page 11 ■ Input settings INPUT Setting items Explanation Set according to the connected device. ○ Mic: Use when a microphone is connected Mic/Line Line: Use when connecting line-level equipment, including mixers and keyboards ○ +48V On/Off Set this to On when condenser mics are connected. ○...
  • Page 12 ■ Tips to improve recording sound quality If the H5studio is placed directly on a table, reflected sound can 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...

  • Page 13: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the volume Confirm that the level meters are moving. Adjust the overall volume balance. Clipping indicator • Adjusting levels will affect the monitored sound and the recording data. • When 16/24bit Fixed is selected, adjust them so that the level meters are around –12 dB at maximum volume. Clipping indicators will light if recording levels reach 0 dB.
  • Page 14 Recording The indicator will light red when This stops recording. recording starts. Slide toward HOLD to prevent misoperation when recording. ■ Using the Recording Screen This adds a marker for cueing MARK during playback. OUTPUT This sets line output. Home Screen display can be set to “Level meters only”, “Wave- DISPLAY forms only”...

  • Page 15: Playing Recordings

    Playing recordings This starts playback. ■ Using the Playback Screen FILE LIST This opens the FILE LIST Screen. Use this for repeat playback of AB REPEAT a specified range (A–B). OUTPUT This sets line output. Normalize the volume and set the OPTION mode and speed of playback.
  • Page 16 To use the mixer, turn the dial during playback to select faders. Select a track. Confirm the track and adjust. Mixer settings will be saved automatically in each playback file. Press to stop playback and return to the Home Screen.
  • Page 17 Showing the 2D code for online help Select Help from the SYSTEM menu to show a 2D code. Use a smartphone to scan it and access detailed documents related to the product. zoomcorp.com/help/h5studio...

  • Page 18: Functions Of Parts

    Functions of parts ■ Front ⑥ Track buttons and status indicators Press a track button, lighting its status indicator red, to enable that track for recording. ⑦ Other buttons This stops recording and playback. STOP button This starts and pauses play- back of recorded files.
  • Page 19 XY mic. This can also pro- • Wirelessly control the H5studio from vide plug-in power to mics that require it. an iPhone/iPad using the ZOOM Handy Control & Sync app. • Record timecode in H5studio files by connecting an UltraSync BLUE made by ATOMOS/Timecode Systems.
  • Page 20 ■ Bottom end ① INPUT 1 and 2 jacks Connect mics and instruments to these. These support XLR and 1/4-inch phone (TRS) plugs. ② Strap hole Use this to attach a strap. ■ Rear ① Tripod socket Use this for mounting on a tripod. ②...

  • Page 21: Other Functions

    A driver must be installed to connect with Windows computers. The latest driver can be downloaded from the ZOOM website (zoomcorp.com/help/h5studio). • File transfer By connecting with a computer, smartphone or tablet, files on the microSD card can be checked and moved.
  • Page 22 • UltraSync BLUE 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 23: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Resolution Confirm that a cable is connected properly to the headphone or line output. If sound is not output even when a cable is connected prop- erly, wires in the cable might be broken. Replace the headphones or cable.
  • Page 24 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.