Zoom F2-BT, F2 Operation Guide

F2/F2-BT

Field Recorder

Operation Manual

You must read the Usage and Safety Precautions before use.

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Introduction

Thank you very much for purchasing a ZOOM F2/F2-BT Field Recorder. With understanding
of the following features, we hope you will enjoy using it for a long time.

■ Light and compact

Since it is extremely compact, it can be hidden even in tight-fitting clothes and will not get
in the way even when filming with movement. Since the included lavalier mic can record to
it directly, there is no need to worry about interference as when using a wireless connection.

■ Gain adjustment unnecessary

Amazing dynamic range has been realized using a dual AD converter circuit and a 32-bit
float WAV file format, making gain adjustment before recording unnecessary. Whether
whispering or shouting, reliable recording is as easy as pressing the REC button.

■ High precision synchronization with video

With a ±0.5 ppm temperature-compensated crystal oscillator (TCXO), audio timing
discrepancies with simultaneously recorded video are almost imperceptible. By connecting
a Bluetooth timecode synchronization device, the F2-BT can be synchronized perfectly with
video that supports timecode.

■ Dedicated applications

Since achieving the compact size included eliminating the display, setting changes and file
management are handled by using the F2 Editor app on a computer connected by USB. The F2
Control smartphone/tablet app can also be used with the F2-BT, which supports Bluetooth, to
control recording, playback and other operations.

Contents

F2/F2-BT features …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3
Use examples ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3
Functions of parts ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4
Preparing for use …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
Turning the power on……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6
Connecting the lavalier mic …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6
Recording ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7
Playing recordings ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7
Transferring files to computers …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8
Using a computer to change settings ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9
Connecting to a smartphone/tablet and using F2 Control for remote control (F2-BT only) ……… 9
List of F2 Editor/F2 Control functions …………………………………………………………………………………………………10
Troubleshooting ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………11
Specifications …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………12

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F2/F2-BT features

With a dual A/D converter circuit and support for 32-bit float WAV files, recording with the
highest audio quality is possible.

■ Dual A/D converter circuit

The input circuit has two A/D converters with different input gains. Recording with high
audio quality is possible without adjusting the gain whether the input sound is loud or quiet.

■ 32-bit 󽗊oat WAV 󽗉les

Recording with 32-bit float WAV file formats allows audio quality to be retained when
editing.

• Wide dynamic range

• Recording level always
optimal

• High resolution even
for quiet sounds

• Waveforms can be restored
to unclipped states

Use examples

Since input gain adjustment is unnecessary, recording can be started by pressing a single
button after putting the mic on.

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Functions of parts

■ Front

① ② ④

■ Back

③

⑤

⑥

⑦

⑧

⑨

⑩

BATT LED

①

The color of the light changes
according to the remaining battery
charge.

INPUT LED

②

This lights according to the input
level through the INPUT jack.

OUTPUT VOLUME −/+ buttons

③

Use these to adjust the output
volume. Raising the volume too
much could cause the monitored
sound to become distorted, but the
recorded data will not be distorted.

REC/PLAY LED

④

This lights during recording and
playback.

Power switch

⑤

Use this to turn the power ON/OFF
and to disable button operation.

REC button

⑥

Use this to start/stop recording.

Play button

⑦

Use to play recorded files.

Stop button

⑧

Press to stop playback of recorded
files.

Battery compartment cover

⑨

Remove when installing or removing
batteries.

Belt clip

⑩

microSD card slot

⑪

Insert a microSD card here.

⑪

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