User Guide
Safety and Operation
Precautions must be read
before using this unit.
© 2015 ZOOM CORPORATION
Copying or reproduction of this User
Guide in part or in whole without per-
mission is prohibited.
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Contents
Parts and their functions ........................... 3
Left side ............................................... 3
Top ........................................................ 3
Bottom ................................................. 3
Front .................................................... 4
Back ..................................................... 4
Right side ............................................ 4
Mic overview .............................................. 5
Mic features ........................................ 5
Using the X/Y mic technique ............. 6
Using the A/B mic technique ............. 7
Operation of parts ...................................... 8
Attaching the battery .......................... 8
Loading an SD card ............................ 8
Opening, closing and rotating the LCD
screen .................................................. 9
Display overview ...................................... 10
Main screen ....................................... 10
Playback screen ................................. 11
Menu screen ...................................... 12
Charging the battery ................................. 13
Turning the power on and off .................. 14
Turning the power on ........................ 14
Turning the power off ........................ 14
Setting the date and time ......................... 15
Formatting SD cards ................................. 16
Adjusting recording levels ....................... 17
Adjusting recording levels manually
... 17
Adjusting the angle of view ..................... 18
Recording .................................................. 19
Audio monitoring settings ...................... 20
Playing recordings ................................... 21
Playing a file ..................................... 21
Changing the playback position ...... 21
Playing a different file ...................... 22
Setting the sound ..................................... 23
Reducing noise (Lo Cut) ................... 23
Auto Gain .......................................... 24
Recording mode settings ........................ 25
Setting the mode .............................. 25
Mode explanations ........................... 25
Camera settings ....................................... 27
Scene settings ................................... 27
Self timer ........................................... 28
Upside Down .................................... 29
File list ....................................................... 30
Opening the file list .......................... 30
Playing files from the list ................. 30
Checking file information ........................ 31
Deleting recordings ................................. 32
Connections to the external input jack
.... 33
Using microphones that require
plug-in power ................................... 33
Headphones/line output and HDMI
output ....................................................... 34
Headphones/line output .................. 34
HDMI output ..................................... 34
USB connections ..................................... 35
Using USB connection functions .... 35
Using as a card reader
(computer/iPad) ................................ 36
Using as a USB mic
(computer/iPad) ................................ 36
Using as a web camera (computer)
... 37
Locking the LCD rotation ......................... 38
System settings ........................................ 39
Updating the firmware ............................ 40
Troubleshooting ....................................... 41
Specifications ........................................... 42
Safety Precautions ................................... 43
Usage Precautions ................................... 44
Warnings and requests regarding safe
battery use ................................................ 45
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Parts and their functions
Left side
LCD panel
AB/XY mic
Top
REC button Input volume
control
AB/XY micPOWER buttonREC LED
Bottom
SERIAL NO.
Tripod mounting threads
SD card slot cover
Strap
attachment
hole
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Front
Lens
REC LED
Back
Mic slider
USB port
Headphones
jack
External
input jack
HDMI port
Charging LED
Right side
Battery cover
Parts and their functions (continued)
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Mic features
The mic orientation can be changed, allowing the use of two stereo recording techniques with
different characteristics.
X/Y technique
This technique uses two crossing directional mics.
Features:
Providing a three-dimensional sound with natural depth and width, this is ideal when you
want to capture a specific sound source that is nearby or at a medium distance, for ex-
ample, solo performances, chamber music, live rehearsals and field recordings.
A/B technique
This technique uses two spread-apart directional mics.
Features:
Providing a wide sense of stereo, in addition to recording the specific sound source, this
technique is ideal for also capturing the sound of the surrounding environment.
This is useful when you also want to record the reverb of a hall, as well as for meetings or
similar situations where you want to capture the sound of people talking in different areas
of the room.
Mic overview
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Using the X/Y mic technique
1. Slide the mic slider on the back up until it locks.
This raises the mics.
2. Rotate the left or right mic inward until it locks.
The mic locks when it clicks into place.
3. Rotate the other mic inward in the same way until it is
fixed in place.
The X/Y technique will become active and the mic indicator on
the LCD will change to XY.
If the mics are not recognized as being in the X/Y position, they will be used as an A/B pair.
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When putting the mics away, rotate both outward before sliding the slider down.
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NOTE
Always use the mic slider to raise the mics. Moreover, do not use too much force when rotating the mics.
Excessive force could damage the mics.
CAUTION
Mic overview (continued)
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Using the A/B mic technique
1. Slide the mic slider on the back up until it locks.
This raises the mics.
Mic overview (continued)
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Attaching the battery
1. Slide the battery cover down to remove it.
2. Install the battery in the direction of the arrow and re-
attach the battery cover.
Loading an SD card
1. Open the SD card slot cover on the bottom of the
.
2. Insert the SD card into the SD card slot.
To remove the card, push it further into the slot and then pull
it out.
Do not remove the SD card during recording. Doing so could damage the data.
CAUTION
When inserting an SD card, be sure to insert the correct end with the top side up as shown.
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If an SD card is not loaded, recording and playback are not possible.
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To format an SD card, see P. 16.
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NOTE
Operation of parts
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Opening, closing and rotating the LCD screen
Opening and closing the LCD
1. As shown in the illustration, open the LCD on the left side
of the .
2. When not using the , close the LCD for storage.
Rotating the LCD
You can rotate the screen so you can check what is being recorded when filming yourself.
1. Rotate the screen in the direction of the arrow.
2. Rotate the screen in the opposite direction to return it to
its original position.
Do not apply force in the direction opposite the rotation shown in the illustration. Doing so could damage
the .
CAUTION
Recording is possible even when the LCD is closed.
NOTE
Operation of parts (continued)
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Main screen
Level meters
Scene setting
Lo Cut setting
Mic status/
external input
connection status
Auto Gain setting
REC icon
(during recording)
Remaining
battery charge
LCD Lock setting
Upside down setting
Open Menu screen
Open input settings
Open Playback Screen
Open
output volume
adjustment
When recording : recording time
In recording standby : shows available recording time
Audio quality
setting
Video resolution
setting
Zoom in/out
The buttons will disappear if no operation occurs for some time. Touch the LCD to show the buttons again.
NOTE
Display overview
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Playback screen
During playback
Playback
position bar
Touch to change
playback position
File name
Remaining
battery charge
Output volume
adjustment
File length
Return to Main screen
Timecode
Play/Pause
Return to file beginning/
select previous file
Select next file
When paused
Playback
position bar
Touch to change
playback position
File name
Remaining
battery charge
Output volume
adjustment
File length
Return to Main screen
Timecode
Play/Pause
Return to file beginning/
select previous file
Select next file
The buttons will disappear if no operation occurs for some time. Touch the LCD to show the buttons again.
NOTE
Display overview (continued)
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Menu screen
Using the menu
1. Touch the icon for the function you want to use.
2. Select the item you want to set.
When settings have multiple pages, touch
and
to
change pages.
If an item has a submenu, repeat these steps as necessary.
3. Make the change on the setting screen.
4. Touch at the top left of the screen to return to the first
screen.
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Display overview (continued)
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1. Turn the off.
2. Connect a USB power source (a running computer or
ZOOM AD-17 AC adapter (sold separately)).
While the battery is recharging, the Charging LED on the back
of the
will stay lit.
3. After charging completes, disconnect the cable from the
USB power source.
After charging has completed, the Charging LED will become
unlit.
The battery will not charge while the recorder is on.
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The surrounding temperature should be between 5°C and 35°C (41°F and 95°F) when charging. At
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other temperatures, the battery could become hot, damaged or weakened.
Do not leave the cable connected for long periods of time after charging completes.
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You must also follow the handling instructions in “Warnings and requests regarding safe battery use”
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on page 45.
CAUTION
Recharging the battery completely (100%) takes about 3 hours when connected to a computer and about 2
hours when using an AC adapter. (The amount of time required will vary depending on the conditions.)
NOTE
Charging the battery
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Turning the power on
1. Press and hold
on the top.
The REC LED will light red and then green.
Turning the power off
1. Press and hold
on the top.
After "Goodbye See You!" appears, the power turns off.
Turning the power on and off
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If the date and time are set, the recorder can add the recording date and time to files.
1. Touch
on the Menu screen.
2. Touch Set Date/Time in the submenu.
3. Touch and to select the item to change, and touch
and to set the current date and time.
4. After completing the setting, touch to close the menu.
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Setting the date and time
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You should format SD cards for use with the .
1. Touch
on the Menu screen.
2. Touch SD Card in the submenu.
3. Touch Format in the submenu.
4. Touch Yes on the confirmation screen.
This will start SD card formatting. After it completes, "Done"
will appear and the SD Card menu will reopen.
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After purchasing a new SD card, always format it using the
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to maximize performance.
All data previously saved on the SD card will be deleted when it is formatted.
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CAUTION
If the SD card’s write-protection switch is ON, it cannot be formatted.
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Select Information to check the open space on the SD card.
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NOTE
Formatting SD cards
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Adjusting recording levels manually
1. Turn
on the top.
2. If the peak indicator lights, turn
to lower the level.
Adjust the level so that the peak indicator does not light even
when loud sounds are input.
Raise levelLower level
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Peak indicators
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2
1
0
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In addition to the peak indicators, the REC LED also blinks when loud sounds are input.
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Use Auto Gain to adjust the recording level automatically. (See page 24.)
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NOTE
Adjusting recording levels
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By changing the digital zoom magnification you can set the angle of view to one of five levels.
1. Touch
and
on the Main screen.
Narrow the angle of view.
This trims down to the central subject.
Widen the angle of view.
This records a wider range.
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The angle of view can be set to 0.75×, 0.85×, 1.00×, 1.30× or 1.50×.
NOTE
Adjusting the angle of view
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Recording can be started by pushing one button when the Main screen is open.
1. Press
.
This starts video recording.
During video recording, the REC LED above the lens lights
red.
2. Press
again to stop video recording.
If the transfer speed to the card is not fast enough during video recording, “Low Speed Card!” ap-
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pears on the screen and recording might stop. To avoid this, we recommend using cards that are Class
10 or faster. Information about SD cards that can be used with this unit is provided at www.zoom.
co.jp.
Use the RECORDING MODE menu to make specific video recording settings. (See "Recording mode
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settings" on page 25.)
NOTE
Recording
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You can monitor audio being recorded with video through the headphones jack.
1. Connect headphones or other audio equipment to the
headphones jack on the back of the .
2. To adjust the monitoring volume, touch
on the dis-
play.
The Volume pop-up appears on the screen.
3. Touch and or slide the bar on the pop-up to adjust
the volume.
4. After completing the setting, touch to close the Volume
pop-up.
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Audio monitoring settings
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Playing a file
1. Touch
on the Main screen.
2. Touch to stop playback.
This reopens the Main screen.
Changing the playback position
1. Touch the playback position bar.
2. Slide it to the position you want.
3. Remove your finger from the screen.
Playback will start from that position.
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Playing recordings
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Playing a different file
1. To play the next file, touch the screen once and then touch
.
To play the previous video, touch
twice.
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Touch
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during playback to return to the beginning of the currently selected file.
The buttons will disappear if no operation occurs for some time. Touch the LCD to show the
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buttons again.
The
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can only play videos that it recorded.
By connecting an HDMI cable (sold separately) to the HDMI OUT, video can be output to an external
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device. (See "HDMI output" on page 34.)
You can open a list of thumbnails to select a video for playback. (See "FILE list"
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on page 30.)
Use QuickTime to play recorded videos on a computer. QuickTime can be downloaded from the Apple
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Inc. website.
NOTE
Playing recordings (continued)
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Reducing noise (Lo Cut)
You can use the low-cut filter to reduce the sound of wind, vocal pops and other noise.
1. Touch
on the Main screen.
This opens the INPUT SETTING screen.
2. Touch Lo Cut on the INPUT SETTING screen, and change
the setting.
Setting Explanation
Off This disables the lo-cut filter.
On This enables the lo-cut filter.
3. After completing the setting, touch to close the INPUT
SETTING screen.
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When filming outdoors, attach the windscreen to reduce wind noise.
NOTE
Setting the sound
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Auto Gain
The can adjust recording levels automatically.
1. Touch
on the Main screen.
2. Touch Auto Gain on the INPUT SETTING screen, and
change the setting.
When enabled, the
will automatically adjust the gain
for suitable recording levels.
Auto Gain: settings and main applications
Setting Main applications
Off This disables Auto Gain. Adjust the recording level manually.
Concert This is suitable for recording band performances, concerts and other loud situ-
ations.
Solo Use for solo performances and other quiet sounds.
Meeting Use for meetings and field recordings.
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When Auto Gain is enabled, the input volume control on the top of the has no effect.
CAUTION
Setting the sound (continued)
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Setting the mode
You can change the video recording mode, video recording frame rate, resolution and audio quality. In-
creasing the video and audio quality decreases the available recording time.
1. Touch
on the Menu screen.
2. Touch the item that you want to set in the submenu.
3. After completing the setting, touch to close the sub-
menu.
Mode explanations
RECORDING MODE
Create: type of files created
Setting Explanation
MOV Record MOV files containing both video and audio.
STEREO AUDIO Save only audio as WAV or AAC files.
Video: video recording resolution and frame rate
Setting Resolution
Frames/
second
Explanation File size
3M HD/30 24Mbps 2304 × 1296 30
Record video with a resolution higher than Full HD.
Use when you want to record at high resolution.
Large
HD 1080/30 24Mbps 1920 × 1080 30 This is suitable for all kinds of video recording.
Record video with Full HD resolution.
HD 1080/30 16Mbps 1920 × 1080 30 Use when you want to record at Full HD
resolution for a longer time.
HD 720/60 15Mbps 1280 × 720 60 Use when you want to record subjects that
move quickly.
HD 720/30 8Mbps 1280 × 720 30 Use when you want to balance recording time
and resolution.
WVGA/60 8Mbps 800 × 480 60 Use when you want to record subjects that
move quickly for a long time.
WVGA/30 5Mbps 800 × 480 30 Use when you want to maximize recording
time.
Small
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If PAL is selected for HDMI output, the frames/second options become 25 and 50. (See “System settings”
on page 39.)
NOTE
Recording mode settings
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Audio: audio quality
Setting Explanation
File size
WAV 96kHz/24bit Record in an uncompressed WAV format when audio quality is
important.
The higher the sampling frequency (kHz) and bit rate, the better the
audio quality.
Large
WAV 96kHz/16bit
WAV 48kHz/24bit
WAV 48kHz/16bit
WAV 44.1kHz/24bit
WAV 44.1kHz/16bit
AAC 320kbps Record in a compressed AAC format when you need to save SD
card space.
The higher the bit rate (bps), the better the audio quality.
AAC 256kbps
AAC 192kbps
AAC 128kbps
AAC 64kbps Small
Recording mode settings (continued)
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Scene settings
You can change the camera settings, including brightness and tone, according to the lighting conditions
of the recording environment.
1. Touch
on the Menu screen.
2. Touch Scene in the submenu.
3. Touch the setting value in the submenu.
4. After completing the setting, touch to close the sub-
menu.
Scene: camera settings for recording scene conditions
Setting Explanation
Auto Adjustments are made without specific scene conditions.
Concert Lighting Suitable adjustments are made for concert lighting conditions that are bright and change
drastically.
Night Adjustments are made for night and other dark situations.
Concert-Low Light Suitable adjustments are made for small concert halls and other dim lighting conditions.
Dance Club Suitable adjustments are made for dance clubs and other venues where the lighting
changes drastically.
Jazz Club Suitable adjustments are made for jazz clubs and similar venues.
Concert Hall Suitable adjustments are made for classical concerts, recitals and similar performance
conditions.
Rehearsal-Studio Suitable adjustments are made for recording and rehearsal studio conditions.
Garage Suitable adjustments are made for band performances in a garage.
Outdoor Adjustments are optimized for outdoor recording.
Sunset Adjustments are optimized for sunset scenes.
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Camera settings
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Self timer
This function starts video recording a set number of seconds after pressing
.
1. Touch
on the Menu screen.
2. Touch Self Timer in the submenu.
3. Touch the setting value in the submenu.
4. After completing the setting, touch to close the sub-
menu.
Self Timer: self timer settings
Setting Explanation
Off Self timer not used.
3 sec
Start recording 3 seconds after pressing
.
5 sec
Start recording 5 seconds after pressing
.
10 sec
Start recording 10 seconds after pressing
.
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4
The self timer can only be used when the LCD is rotated towards yourself. (See “Rotating the LCD” on
page 9.)
NOTE
Camera settings (continued)
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Upside Down
Video will be saved with the image rotated 180°. Use when the is recording upside down, for
example.
1. Touch
on the Menu screen.
2. Touch Upside Down in the submenu.
3. Touch the setting value in the submenu.
4. After completing the setting, touch to close the sub-
menu.
Upside Down: reverse vertical orientation when recording
Setting Explanation
Off Video is not rotated.
On Video will be saved with the image rotated 180°.
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Camera settings (continued)
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On this screen, you can view a list of video files and play them back.
Opening the file list
1. Touch
on the Menu screen.
This opens the FILE list screen.
If there are many files, touch
and
to change pages.
Playing files from the list
1. Touch the thumbnail for the file you want to play.
The touched file will start playing.
2. To stop playback, touch .
The FILE list screen reopens.
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File list
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You can check information about recorded files.
1. Touch
on the FILE list screen.
The screen title will change to FILE INFORMATION.
2. Touch a file to show its information.
Information about the selected file will appear.
3. After checking the information, touch to close the pop-
up.
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Checking file information
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You can delete files that you do not need.
1. Touch
on the FILE list screen.
Checkboxes appear on the file thumbnails.
2. Touch a file to add a check to its box, marking it for dele-
tion.
Touch
to play the last selected file, which is framed in
green.
3. Touch
.
4. Touch Yes on the confirmation screen.
The selected file(s) will be deleted.
Touch No to cancel the operation.
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Deleting recordings
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You can capture audio with an external mic or audio device when recording video.
1. Connect the external mic or audio device to the
external input jack.
2. Press
.
This starts recording.
Using microphones that require plug-in power
Enable plug-in power for mics that require it.
1. Connect the mic that requires plug-in power to the exter-
nal input jack.
2. Touch
on the Main screen.
This opens the INPUT SETTING screen.
3. Touch Plug-in Power on the INPUT SETTING screen, and
change the setting to On.
4. After completing the setting, touch to close the INPUT
SETTING screen.
EXT IN
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Plug-in Power will not appear when nothing is connected to the external input jack.
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The built-in mics are disabled when an external device is connected to the external input jack.
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NOTE
Connections to the external input jack
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Headphones/line output
You can listen to the audio with headphones or an external audio amplifier.
1. Connect headphones or audio equipment to the
headphones jack using a stereo mini plug cable.
2. Start video playback on the .
HDMI output
Use an HDMI cable to show video recordings in high definition on an HDMI TV .
1. Connect the HDMI jack to a TV using an HDMI
cable (sold separately).
2. Start video playback on the .
The
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has an HDMI Type D Micro connector. Be sure to use a High Speed HDMI (category 2)
cable that has an HDMI Type D Micro connector on one end to connect to the
and a connec-
tor that matches the TV’s HDMI input on the other end.
Connecting or disconnecting an HDMI cable during recording will cause video and audio recording to
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stop.
CAUTION
Some TVs do not support some audio formats, so correct playback might not always be possible.
NOTE
Headphones/line output and HDMI output
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You can use the as a card reader or USB mic, as well as a web camera for streaming audio
and video.
Using USB connection functions
1. Touch
on the Menu screen.
This opens the USB menu.
2. Touch the icon for the function you want to use.
3. If you selected CARD READER or USB MIC, touch PC/MAC
or iPad in the submenu to select the connected device.
4. Touch the function you want to use on the confirmation
screen.
5. Use a USB cable to connect a computer or an iPad.
When the
is recognized, it will be ready to use.
6. To end a USB connection, conduct the final operation
for the function and then touch Yes on the confirmation
screen.
This turns the
power OFF.
When connected to a computer, power can be supplied to the
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by USB. When connected to
an iPad, power cannot be supplied to the
by USB.
An iPad Camera Connection Kit (sold separately) is necessary to connect an iPad.
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NOTE
USB connections
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Using as a card reader (computer/iPad)
When connected to a computer or iPad, the can act as a removable disk, allowing the contents
of the loaded SD card to be read.
1. On a file management screen of the computer or iPad,
view the contents of the .
2. Work with the files on the SD card.
3. To end use, touch , and disconnect the USB cable.
If connected to an iPad, simply disconnect it.
Using as a USB mic (computer/iPad)
The can be used as a USB mic to input sound to a computer or iPad.
1. Select the as the audio source in the computer
or iPad application to use it as a mic.
2. To end use, touch
on the menu screen, and discon-
nect the USB cable.
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Refer to the manual for the computer or application that you are using for detailed operation proce-
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dures.
Video recording is not possible during use as a USB mic.
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NOTE
USB connections (continued)
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Using as a web camera (computer)
The can be used as a web camera to input audio and video to a computer.
1. Select the as the video source in the computer
application to use it as a camera.
2. To end use, touch
on the menu screen, and discon-
nect the USB cable.
Delay setting
When using the as a web camera with a streaming application that does not have a lip syn-
chronization function, you can set an audio delay time so that it matches the timing of the video.
1. Touch
on the screen.
2. In the submenu, touch and to adjust the audio de-
lay time.
The delay time can be set from 0–1000 ms.
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To use as a web camera, an audio driver must be downloaded from the ZOOM website (www.zoom.
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co.jp) and installed on the computer.
The
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can simultaneously transmit video with resolutions up to HD720p and 48 kHz/16-bit
PCM audio to a computer.
Computer playback signals cannot be output from the
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.
When being used as a web camera, the SETTING menu cannot be used.
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NOTE
USB connections (continued)
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You can lock the rotation of the LCD screen.
1. Touch
on the Menu screen.
2. Touch the setting value in the submenu.
3. Touch to return to the Menu screen.
This will close the submenu.
Setting Explanation
Unlock The screen rotates to match the LCD orienta-
tion.
Lock The screen keeps the current state.
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3
Locking the LCD rotation
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Make settings related to the system.
1. Touch
on the Menu screen.
2. Touch the item that you want to set in the submenu.
Touch
and
to change the display and show hidden
items.
3. After completing the setting, touch .
Setting Explanation
Set Date/Time Set the date and time of the internal clock. (See "Setting the date and time" on page 15)
HDMI Out Set the format of the video output from the HDMI port. Select NTSC or PAL.
Beep Set whether the recorder makes sounds when it is turned on or operated. Select Off,
Small or Large.
Auto Power Off Set to turn off automatically if not used for a certain amount of time. This setting has
no effect during recording or when an AC adapter is connected. Select Off or 2, 5 or 10
minutes.
Play Mode Set whether all files are played continuously or only the selected file is played. Select
Play One or Play All.
Playback Lvl Meter Set whether or not level meters are shown on the playback screen.
SD Card Check the amount of open space on the SD card or format the card. (See "Formatting SD
cards" on page 16.)
Reset
Restore the
to its factory default settings.
Information
View the
firmware version.
Direct Monitor Set whether the input sound is monitored directly when used as a USB mic. This can
only be selected during use as a USB mic.
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System settings
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The firmware can be updated to the latest version.
1. Copy the file for updating the firmware to the root direc-
tory on the SD card.
The latest version of the firmware can be downloaded from
www.zoom.co.jp.
2. Insert the SD card into the ’s card slot.
3. While pressing and holding
, press
to start the
unit.
Keep pressing the buttons until the firmware update screen
opens.
4. Touch Yes.
5. When updating completes, press
for at least one sec-
ond to shut down.
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Upgrading the firmware is not possible if the remaining battery power is low.
CAUTION
You can check the current firmware version with the Information function in
the SETTING menu. (See “System settings” on page 39.)
NOTE
Updating the firmware
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If you think that the is operating incorrectly, check the following items first.
Recording/playback trouble
u
There is no sound or output is very quiet
· Check the connections to your monitoring system and its volume setting.
· Confirm that the volume of the
is not too low.
u
The recorded sound cannot be heard or is very quiet
· Confirm that the mic is oriented correctly.
· Check the input level settings (
→
P.17).
· If a music player or other device is connected to the external input jack, raise the output level of that device.
u
The stereo seems unnatural in the recorded sound
· Confirm that the mic is completely set in the X/Y or A/B position (
→
P. 6-7).
u
Recording audio/video is not possible
· Confirm that the SD card has open space. (
→
P.16)
Troubleshooting
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Recording media SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (Class 10 or higher, up to 128 GB)
Image sensor 1/3-inch 3-megapixel CMOS sensor
Lens Fixed focus (36 cm – ∞), F2.0, focal distance about 16.6 mm (35 mm equivalent), 160° FOV
Video format MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (MOV)
Video resolutions 3M HD (2304×1296) 30 fps, HD1080p 30 fps, HD720p 60 fps, HD720p 30 fps, WVGA 60 fps, WVGA
30 fps
Audio formats WAV (16/24-bit quantization, 44.1/48/96 kHz sampling frequency)
AAC (64–320 kbps bit rate, 48 kHz sampling frequency)
Audio functions Lo Cut filter, Auto Gain
Image functions Digital zoom (×0.75/×0.85/×1.00/×1.30/×1.50), scene selection (Auto/Concert Lighting/Night/
Concert-Low Light/Dance Club/Jazz Club/Concert Hall/Rehearsal-Studio/Garage/Outdoor/Sunset)
Self timer (Off/3 sec/5 sec/10 sec)
Display 2.0" full-color touchscreen LCD
L/R inputs Mic 120° AB/120° XY stereo formats
Maximum sound pressure input: 140 dB SPL
Input gain: -30 to +44 dB
EXT-IN Input connector: stereo mini jack
Input gain: -∞ to +26 dB
Input impedance: 2 kΩ or more
Supports plug-in power
Output connectors Combined line/headphones stereo mini jack
HDMI micro Type D
Built-in speaker 400 mW 8 Ω mono speaker
USB
Mini B type
Operation as mass storage
Class: USB 2.0 High Speed
Operation as audio interface
Class: USB 2.0 Full Speed
Specifications: 44.1 kHz sampling rate, 16-bit
Operation as webcam
Specifications: WVGA/720p video, 48 kHz 16-bit audio
Note: Audio interface and mass storage operation with iPad is supported.
Note: USB bus power supported
Power supply Lithium-ion battery: DC 4.2 V maximum voltage, DC 3.7 V nominal voltage, 1,050 mAh capacity
AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17, sold separately): DC 5 V/1 A
Recharging times By USB: about 3 hours Using ZOOM AD-17: about 2 hours
Battery operation
time
Rated: about 3 hours or more (when recording 720p/30 fps video with LCD closed)
External dimensions Main unit (maximum dimensions when mic stored): 119 (length) × 51 (width) × 62 (height) mm
Main unit (maximum dimensions when mic extended): 119 (length) × 39 (width) × 86 (height) mm
Included accessories User guide (this document), LCD unit, Lithium-ion battery (1050 mAh BT-02), 1.5 m USB cable,
windscreen (sponge), accessory mount adapter, lens cover, lens hood, strap
Specifications
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In this User Guide, symbols are used to highlight warnings and cautions that you must read to prevent
accidents. The meanings of these symbols are as follows.
WARNING
Something that could cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION
Something that could cause injury or damage to the equipment.
Other symbols used
An action that is mandatory.
An action that is prohibited.
WARNING
Operation using an AC adapter
Never use any AC adapter other than a ZOOM AD-17 (sold separately).
Do not do anything that could exceed the ratings of outlets and other electrical wiring equipment.
Alterations
Do not open the case or modify the product.
CAUTION
Product handling
Do not drop, bump or apply excessive force to the unit.
Be careful not to allow foreign objects or liquids to enter the unit.
Operating environment
Do not use in extremely high or low temperatures.
Do not use near heaters, stoves and other heat sources.
Do not use in very high humidity or where it could be splashed by water.
Do not use in places with frequent vibrations.
AC adapter handling
When disconnecting the power plug, always pull on the plug itself, not the cable.
When not using the unit for extended periods, disconnect the power plug from the outlet.
Volume
Do not use at a loud volume for long periods of time.
You might need this User Guide in the future. Always keep it in a place where you can access it easily.
Safety Precautions
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Interference with other electrical equipment
In consideration of safety, the has been designed to minimize its emission of electromagnetic waves and to
suppress interference from external electromagnetic waves. However, equipment that is very susceptible to interfer-
ence or that emits powerful electromagnetic waves could result in interference if placed nearby. If this occurs, place
the
and the other device farther apart.
With any type of electronic device that uses digital control, including the
, electromagnetic interference
could cause malfunction, corrupt or destroy data and result in other unexpected trouble. Always use caution.
Cleaning
Use a soft cloth to clean the exterior of the unit if it becomes dirty. If necessary, use a damp cloth that has been
wrung out well to wipe it.
Never use abrasive cleansers, wax or solvents such as alcohol, benzene or paint thinner.
Breakdown and malfunction
If the unit becomes broken or malfunctions, immediately disconnect the AC adapter, turn the power off and discon-
nect other cables. Contact the store where you bought the unit or ZOOM service with the following information:
product model, serial number and specific symptoms of breakdown or malfunction, along with your name, address
and telephone number.
Copyrights
Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation (USA). Apple, Macintosh, iPad, QuickTime and the QuickTime logo
are registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Inc. in the USA and other countries. The SD, SDHC and SDXC logos
are trademarks. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) and
are trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC.
Other product names, registered trademarks and company names in this document are the property of their respec-
tive companies.
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.
Usage Precautions
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Carefully read the following warnings in order to avoid serious injuries, burns, fires and other problems
caused by leaking, heat generation, combustion, rupture or accidental swallowing.
DANGER
Do not charge the Zoom BT-02 lithium-ion battery in any other than by using a in combination with either
a Zoom AD-17 AC adapter (sold separately) or USB port, or by using a Zoom LBC-1 lithium battery charger (sold
separately).
Do not disassemble the battery, put it in fire, or heat it in a microwave or conventional oven.
Do not leave the battery near a fire, in strong sunlight, inside a vehicle that has become hot or in similar condi-
tions. Do not recharge in conditions like these.
Do not carry or store the battery with coins, hairpins or other metal objects.
Do not allow the battery to come in contact with any liquid, including water, seawater, milk, soft drinks or soapy
water. Do not charge or use a battery that is wet.
CAUTION
Do not hit the battery with a hammer or other object. Do not step on it or drop it. Do not otherwise impact or ap-
ply force to the battery.
Do not use the battery if it becomes deformed or damaged.
Do not remove or damage the outer seal. Never use a battery that has had all or part of its outer seal removed or
a battery that has been torn.
Please recycle batteries to help conserve resources. When discarding used batteries, always cover their terminals and
follow all laws and regulations that are applicable to the location.
The contents of this document and the specifications of the product may be changed without notice.
Warnings and requests regarding safe battery use
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For EU Countries
Declaration of Conformity
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in
European countries with separate collection systems)
Products and batteries that have been marked with the symbol
of a crossed-outwheeled waste bin must not be disposed of with
household waste.
Old electrical/electronic equipment and batteries should be recycled
at facilities thatare able to process them and their byproducts.
Contact the local government for information about nearby recycling
facilities.Conducting recycling and waste disposal properly helps
conserve resources andprevents harmful impacts on human health
and the environment.
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PER-
SONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO
(i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR
(ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NONCOM-
MERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC
VIDEO.
NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFOR-
MATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM
FCC regulation warning (for U.S.A.)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device,pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable pro-
tection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-
tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna.
• Increasetheseparationbetweentheequipmentandreceiver.
• Connecttheequipmentintoanoutletonacircuitdifferentfromthattowhichthe
receiver is connected.
• Consultthedealeroranexperiencedradio/TVtechnicianforhelp.
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MEMO
Z2I-2420-02
ZOOM CORPORATION
4-4-3 Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062 Japan
http://www.zoom.co.jp