Zoom F6 Operation Manual
Operation Manual
You must read the Usage and Safety Precautions before use.
© 2020 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.
Proper display is not possible on grayscale devices.
Notes about this Operation Manual
You might need this manual in the future. Always keep it in a place where you can access it easily. The contents of this document and the specifications of the product could be changed without notice.
Windows® is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft® Corporation.
Mac, macOS, iPad, iPhone and iPod touch are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
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Other product names, registered trademarks and company names in
this document are the property of their respective companies.
Note: 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.
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.
02
Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing a ZOOM 
multitrack field recorder. The 
provides the following features in a compact form.
● Record the quietest and loudest sounds at high quality with
32-bit float WAV format
The high-quality analog input circuits can handle signals ranging from the most delicate to a professional maximum level of +24 dBu.
In addition to 16/24-bit WAV recording, 32-bit float WAV recording, which does not require input level adjustment, is also supported.
With 32-bit float WAV format, the recording resolution can be retained even when changing levels greatly after recording.
● Simultaneously record 6 channels and 14 tracks
Up to 14 tracks can be recorded simultaneously, including 16/24-bit WAV and 32-bit float WAV for Inputs 1–6 along with left and right tracks of a stereo mix.
● Support for three types of batteries
A USB mobile battery, L battery or AA batteries can be used for power.
●Two remote control options
Wireless control is possible by installing a ZOOM wireless adapter (e.g. BTA-1) and using the F6 Control iOS app.
Moreover by connecting an F6 Control, which is a mixer-style controller designed especially for F Series recorders, with a USB cable, 60mm track faders, LED level meters and various transport buttons can be used for intuitive sound control. Combined with the F6 Control iOS app, iPhones and iPads can also be used as large meters with excellent visibility.
● Support for SMPTE timecode input and output along with wireless timecode input
The 
uses a high-precision oscillator that enables it to independently generate accurate timecode with a discrepancy of less than 0.5 frames
per 24 hours.
If a BTA-1 dedicated wireless adapter is installed, wireless timecode can be received from a Timecode Systems UltraSync BLUE and written to recorded files.
● Headphone jack with 100mW+100mW maximum output
Clear headphone monitoring is possible using the digital boost function while sending audio signals to a video camera or other device from the LINE OUT jack.
● Flexible signal routing also makes mixer use possible
Pre-fader and post-fader signals from inputs 1–6 can be routed to outputs freely.
● Phantom power supply (+24 V or +48 V)
This can be set for each input separately.
● USB audio interface use with up to 6 ins and 4 outs possible
Use as a 2-in/2-out or 6-in/4-out audio interface (driver required for Windows).
● Output multitrack audio by USB while recording
While recording to the installed SD card, multitrack audio can be sent to and from a computer by USB with up to 8 inputs (6 inputs + L/R stereo mix) and 4 outputs.
This enables simultaneous backup recording and Internet live streaming.
● 360º audio
Ambisonic mode enables 360º spatial audio recording using VR mics. Decoding from Ambisonic format A to format B is supported along with gain and setting link functions.
03
Achieving high audio quality throughout recording and editing
With the dual A/D converter circuits and support for 32-bit float WAV files, the 
can maintain the highest audio quality from recording to post-pro- duction.
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Dual A/D converter circuit enables recording both loud and quiet sounds without making gain adjustments
32-bit float WAV file format maintains audio quality from recording when editing
04
Dual A/D converter circuit overview
For each input circuit, the 
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.
Switching between two A/D converters
The 
constantly monitors data from the two A/D converters, and automatically selects the one that provides the best recording results.
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Dual A/D converter |
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Low noise because high-gain A/D converter selected
No clipping because low-gain A/D converter selected
Low noise because high-gain A/D converter selected
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32-bit float WAV file overview
32-bit float WAV files have the following advantages over conventional 16/24-bit linear WAV files.
These features enable the quality of the sound during recording to be maintained even during post-production.
Resolution advantage
32-bit float WAV files have the advantage of being able to maintain high resolution even at low volumes. As a result, quiet sounds can be made louder when editing after recording without degrading their quality.
Clipping advantage
If a waveform sounds clipped when output from the 
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.
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Resolution high |
Saved in data |
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Volume lowered |
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Contents
Notes about this Operation Manual......................................................................... |
02 |
Introduction.................................................................................................................... |
03 |
Achieving high audio quality throughout recording and editing....................... |
04 |
Dual A/D converter circuit overview.................................................................................... |
05 |
32-bit float WAV file overview............................................................................................... |
06 |
Contents.......................................................................................................................... |
07 |
Names of parts.............................................................................................................. |
09 |
Connecting mics/other devices to Inputs 1–6...................................................... |
11 |
Equipment connection examples........................................................................................ |
12 |
Display overview............................................................................................................ |
13 |
Preparations................................................................................................................... |
16 |
Supplying power...................................................................................................................... |
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Loading SD cards.................................................................................................................... |
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Turning the power on and off............................................................................................... |
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Setting the language.............................................................................................................. |
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Setting the date and time...................................................................................................... |
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Setting the power supply used............................................................................................. |
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Recording........................................................................................................................ |
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Recording process.................................................................................................................. |
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Setting the recording file format.......................................................................................... |
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Selecting inputs and adjusting levels.................................................................................. |
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Recording................................................................................................................................. |
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Setting the sampling rate...................................................................................................... |
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Setting the recording mode (bit depth).............................................................................. |
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Setting MP3 file bit rate (MP3)............................................................................................. |
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Setting the LR Track............................................................................................................... |
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Capturing audio before recording starts............................................................................ |
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Setting the recording time display....................................................................................... |
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Setting the playback time display........................................................................................ |
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Folder and file structure......................................................................................................... |
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Move the previously recorded take to the FALSE TAKE folder....................................... |
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Recorded take settings................................................................................................ |
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Changing the note for the next take recorded................................................................... |
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Setting and managing recorded scene names................................................................. |
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Changing the track name of the next take recorded (Track Name).............................. |
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Changing the number of the next take recorded.............................................................. |
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Playback.......................................................................................................................... |
54 |
Playing recordings.................................................................................................................. |
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Mixing takes............................................................................................................................. |
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Monitoring the playback signals of specific tracks during playback............................ |
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Changing the repeat playback setting................................................................................ |
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Take and folder operations......................................................................................... |
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Working with takes and folders............................................................................................ |
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Overview of metadata (take information) stored in files................................................. |
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Checking and editing take metadata.................................................................................. |
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Writing a sound report........................................................................................................... |
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Input settings................................................................................................................. |
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Adjusting the input signal monitoring balance................................................................. |
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Monitoring the input signals of specified tracks............................................................... |
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Setting the input source........................................................................................................ |
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Setting the monitoring volume on the PFL screen........................................................... |
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Cutting low-frequency noise................................................................................................. |
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Input limiter.............................................................................................................................. |
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Inverting the input phase....................................................................................................... |
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Changing the phantom power settings.............................................................................. |
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Applying delay to input signals............................................................................................. |
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Linking inputs as a stereo pair............................................................................................. |
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Adjusting multiple track input levels together................................................................. |
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Changing the automatic mixing setting........................................................................... |
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Setting the Ambisonic format............................................................................................ |
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Setting the mic position used for Ambisonic recording................................................ |
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Output settings............................................................................................................ |
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Setting signals sent to the headphone output................................................................ |
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Outputting alerts through headphones............................................................................ |
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Setting the headphone output volume curve.................................................................. |
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Boosting headphone output to alleviate interference from recorded sound............ |
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Setting the output level........................................................................................................ |
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Applying delay to the output............................................................................................... |
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Output Limiter........................................................................................................................ |
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Selecting signals sent to the line outputs........................................................................ |
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Timecode...................................................................................................................... |
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Timecode overview.............................................................................................................. |
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Setting timecode................................................................................................................... |
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Setting the automatic timecode recording delay........................................................... |
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Setting timecode initialization used at startup............................................................... |
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Using USB functions................................................................................................... |
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Exchanging data with a computer..................................................................................... |
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Using as an audio interface................................................................................................ |
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Using SD card recording and audio interface functions at the same time............... |
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Audio interface settings....................................................................................................... |
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Using an FRC-8 as a controller.......................................................................................... |
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Setting the type of keyboard connected to the FRC-8.................................................. |
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Setting user keys for the FRC-8......................................................................................... |
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Setting the FRC-8 LED brightness..................................................................................... |
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Updating the FRC-8 firmware............................................................................................ |
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Operating with an iOS device.............................................................................................. |
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Other settings.............................................................................................................. |
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Setting the level meter peak hold time............................................................................. |
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Setting the LED brightness................................................................................................. |
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Making display settings....................................................................................................... |
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Setting how marks are added manually........................................................................... |
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Setting the buttons held...................................................................................................... |
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Other functions............................................................................................................ |
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Checking SD card information........................................................................................... |
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Testing SD card performance............................................................................................ |
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Formatting SD cards............................................................................................................ |
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Checking the F6 Shortcut List............................................................................................ |
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Backing up and loading F6 settings.................................................................................. |
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Restoring default setting values........................................................................................ |
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Checking the firmware version.......................................................................................... |
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Updating the firmware......................................................................................................... |
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Appendix........................................................................................................................ |
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Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................... |
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Metadata list.......................................................................................................................... |
188 |
List of shortcuts.................................................................................................................... |
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Block diagrams...................................................................................................................... |
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Specifications........................................................................................................................ |
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Names of parts
■ Front |
Track knob |
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Home Screen: Select playback take |
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PFL/ENTER button |
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STOP |
REC |
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■ Back
SD card slot
L battery lock button |
L battery mount
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■ Right side
TIMECODE IN/OUT jack
HEADPHONE jack POWER switch
Headphone volume |
Inputs 1–3
Inputs 1–6 |
TIMECODE IN/OUT |
2 
1
1 GND
2 HOT
33 COLD
XLR
TIP: Input to F6 |
(output from external device) |
RING: Output from F6 |
(input to external device) |
SLEEVE: GND |
TRS
Inputs 4–6
Battery |
cover |
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Connecting mics/other devices to Inputs 1–6
The 
can record 6 individual tracks that correspond to Inputs 1–6 and a stereo mix of these inputs with left and right tracks.
Mics and the outputs of instruments and audiovisual equipment, for example, can be connected to Inputs 1–6 and recorded to tracks 1–6.
Connecting mics
Connect dynamic and condenser mics with XLR plugs to Inputs 1–6. Phantom power (+24 V/+48 V) can be supplied to condenser mics. ( → P. 81)
Connecting line level equipment
Connect XLR cables from keyboards and mixers directly to Inputs 1–6. Direct input of passive guitars and basses is not supported. Connect these instruments through a mixer or effects device.
Dynamic mic |
Condenser mic |
(XLR cable) |
(XLR cable) |
NOTE
When disconnecting an XLR cable, pull the XLR plug while pushing the connector lock release button.
Keyboard |
|
Mixer |
(XLR cable) |
|
(XLR cable) |
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Equipment connection examples
Recording is possible in a variety of situations like these.
While filming
•Input 1: gun mic for main subject sound
•Inputs 2–4: lapel mics for performers
•Inputs 5–6: mics for ambient sound
Gun mic |
Pin mics |
|
Pin mics |
Ambient |
|
mics |
1 |
4 |
2 |
5 |
3 |
6 |
Concert recording
•Inputs 1–2: line inputs for outputs from mixer
•Inputs 3–4: mics for stage performance
•Inputs 5–6: ambient mics for audience sound
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Mics |
|
(Stage performance) |
PA mixer |
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Ambient mics |
|
(Audience voices) |
1 |
4 |
2 |
5 |
3 |
6 |
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Display overview
■ Home Screen
Status icons
Stopped Paused
Recording 
Playing back
Recording/playback sample rate 
Clip indicator 
Level meter 
Track number
Red: Input enabled
Green: Playback track enabled
Gray: Input disabled
Input link settings are shown by connected adjacent track numbers.
Mono Stereo
Ambisonic
Counter
During recording: Elapsed/remaining recording time
During playback: Elapsed/remaining playback time
Power type and remaining amount
USB: Power supply connected to port
EXT: L battery
AA: AA batteries
Recording/playback take name When stopped, press and hold
to show the name that will be given to the next recorded take.
Recording/playback timecode
Frame rate
INT: Internal timecode enabled
EXT: External timecode input enabled
HINT
•When the Home Screen is not open, press and hold 
to return to the Home Screen.
•Some of the screen will appear differently when the recording mode is Float (32 bit).
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■ Character input screen
Text box
Press
abc |
Keyboard
Operation
indicator
Press |
* |
Automatic input button
NOTE
•The following characters can be used in project names.
•(space) ! # $ ' ( ) + , - 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ; = @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ ] ^ _ ` a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z { }
Press
#+= |
Press
123 |
Press
* |
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■ Editing operations
Move cursor in |
Use “ ←” and “ →” to move and press |
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text box |
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Select characters |
Press |
or |
(vertical) |
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Select characters |
Press |
or |
(horizontal) |
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Confirm |
Move the cursor to the character to input, and |
|
characters |
press |
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Delete characters |
Move cursor before the character to delete in the |
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text box, and press |
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Complete editing |
Move cursor to "OK" and press |
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Cancel editing |
Press |
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■ Automatic input keys
(Date): This automatically inputs the date. Example: 190210 (Time): This automatically inputs the time. Example: 180950 (Scene): This automatically inputs the current scene name.
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Preparations
Supplying power
Power can be supplied three ways using AA batteries, an L battery or USB.
■ Using AA batteries
1. Loosen the screw in the battery cover on the bottom.
2. Open the battery compartment cover on the bottom, remove the battery case, and insert 4 AA batteries.
3. Put the case into the compartment.
4. Close the battery cover and tighten the screw.
■ Using an L battery
1. Slide the battery in the direction of the arrow while pressing it toward the recorder.
NOTE
•Be careful because the battery case could become loose unexpectedly if the battery compartment cover screw is not tightened firmly.
•Use only one type of batteries (alkaline, NiMH or lithium) at a time.
•After loading AA batteries, set "Power Source" to the correct type of battery. ( → P. 23)
•If the remaining battery power indicator becomes red, turn the power off immediately and install new batteries.
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■ Using a USB Type-C cable
1. Connect the cable of the dedicated ZOOM AD-17 AC adapter to the USB port.
2. Plug the dedicated AC adapter into an outlet.
NOTE
•A 5V mobile battery (commercially-available) can also be connected.
•When connected to a computer, power can be supplied by USB.
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Loading SD cards
1. Open the SD card slot cover, and insert an SD card.
2. To remove the card: push it further into the slot and then pull it out.
NOTE
Before using SD cards that have just been purchased or that have been formatted on a computer, they must be formatted. To format an SD card, use
Menu > SYSTEM > SD Card > Format.
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Turning the power on and off
■Turning the power on ■Turning the power off
1. Press and hold 
briefly.
The ZOOM logo appears and the power turns on.
1. Press and hold 
briefly.
NOTE
Keep pressing it until the ZOOM logo appears on the LCD.
NOTE
•The first time the power is turned on after purchase, the date/time must be set ( → P. 21). This setting can also be changed later.
•If “No Card!” appears on the display, confirm that an SD card is inserted properly.
•If “Card Protected!” appears on the display, the SD card write-protection is enabled. Slide the lock switch on the SD card to disable write-protection.
•If “Invalid Card!” appears on the display, the card is not formatted cor-
rectly. Format the card or use a different card. Formatting SD cards ( → P. 178)
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Setting the language
The 
menu display language can be changed.
1. Press 
.
2. Use 
and 
to select SYSTEM, and press 
.
3. Use 
and 
to select Language, and press 
.
4. Use 
and 
to select the desired language, and press 
.
NOTE
The first time the power is turned on after purchase, the language must be set.
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Setting the date and time
The date and time set on the 
are used when recording files, for example.
The date format (order of year, month and day) can also be set.
1. Press 
.
2. Use 
and 
to select SYSTEM, and press 
.
3. Use 
and 
to select Settings, and press 
.
4. Use 
and 
to select Date/Time, and press 
.
Continue to one of the following procedures.
Setting the date and time………………………………………………………… P. 22 Setting the date format… ………………………………………………………… P. 22
NOTE
The first time the power is turned on after purchase, the date/time must be set.
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■ Setting the date and time
5. Use 
and 
to select Set Date/Time, and press 
.
6. Set the date and time
Move cursor or change value: Use 
and 
Change item value:
Use 
and 
to select the item, and press 
.
7. The item selected to be changed appears red. Use 
and 
to change it, and press 
.
8. When done setting, use
and 
to select Enter, and press 
.
This completes setting the date and time.
■ Setting the date format 5. Use 
and 
to select
Date Format, and press 
.
6. Use 
and 
to select the format, and press 
.
Setting |
Explanation |
mm/dd/yy |
Month, day, year order |
dd/mm/yy |
Day, month, year order |
yy/mm/dd |
Year, month, day order |
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Setting the power supply used
When using AA batteries, set the battery type so that the amount of remaining power can be shown accurately. The voltage of each power supply and the remaining battery charge can be checked on this menu page.
1. Press 
.
2. Use 
and 
to select SYSTEM, and press 
.
3. Use 
and 
to select Settings, and press 
.
4. Use 
and 
to select
Power Source, and press 
.
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■ Setting the installed AA battery type 5. Use 
and 
to select
Type, and press 
.
6. Use 
and 
to select the type, and press 
.
NOTE
•When multiple power supplies are connected, they will be used in the following order of priority.
1.USB (Power supply connected to USB port)
2.EXT (L battery)
3.AA (Installed AA batteries)
•The voltages of each power supply are shown on the display.
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Recording
Recording process
Recording with the 
follows the process shown below.
The data created for each recording occurrence is called a "take".
|
Turning the |
Preparing to |
Recording |
Playing and |
Checking take |
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Connecting |
power on |
checking |
information |
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record |
( → P. 29) |
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( → P. 19) |
( → P. 54) |
( → P. 67) |
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Connect mics, instruments, audiovisual devices, and other equipment to Inputs 1–6.
( → P. 8)
Press |
to start |
Press |
|
to start playback |
recording and |
to |
and |
or |
to stop. |
stop. |
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Marks (for cueing), for exam- |
||
Marks (for cueing) can |
ple, can also be set. |
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also be set.
Press 
to start recording the next take.
Press 
to pause.
Check and edit metadata.
1. Set the recording mode (bit depth) ( → P. 32).
• Select one of the recording modes: 16/24-bit WAV, 32-bit Float WAV, simultaneous 16/24-bit WAV and 32-bit WAV, or MP3.
2. Set the recording file
•Set the recording file format ( → P. 26).
•Set the sampling rate
→ P. 30).(
3. Select tracks to record ( → P. 51).
• Turn the 
left until it clicks to disable the input. Input is
enabled at all other positions.
• This can be set to a stereo track ( → P. 99).
4. Make various input and |
5. Adjust input levels |
recording settings |
( → P. 28). |
• Settings, including meta- |
• Setting input levels is neces- |
data ( → P. 67), pre-re- |
sary in some operation modes. |
cording ( → P. 38), low-cut |
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filter ( → P. 85) and limiter |
|
( → P. 87) can be made. |
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Setting the recording file format
1. |
Press . |
2. |
Use and to select |
|
REC, and press . |
3. Use 
and 
to select
File Format, and press 
.
4. Use 
and 
to select the file format, and press
.
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Setting |
Tracks |
Explanation |
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recorded |
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Poly |
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A single poly file will be created that contains |
|
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audio for multiple tracks. |
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Selected |
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||
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A single mono file is created for each mono |
||
Mono/Stereo |
tracks 1-6 |
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|
track and a single stereo file is created for |
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each stereo track. |
NOTE
•When recording Mono/Stereo, audio files are saved in a folder that is created. ( → P. 43)
•This cannot be set when the mode is set to MP3.
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Selecting inputs and adjusting levels
Select which among Inputs 1–6 to use.
Inputs will be recorded on tracks with the same numbers. For example, Input 1 will be recorded on track 1 and Input 2 will be recorded on track 2.
Selecting inputs
1. Turn 
right for the number of an input to record, making the track status indicator light.
NOTE
•The signals from the inputs selected this way will also be sent to the L/R tracks.
•The levels sent to the L/R tracks are adjusted with 
.
HINT
Turn 
left until it clicks to disable the input. Input is enabled at all other positions.
|
|
|
|
Track indicator |
Track number |
Explanation |
|
background color |
|||
|
|
||
Lit red |
Red |
The input is enabled. |
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Unlit |
Gray |
The input is disabled. |
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■ Adjusting input levels
1. |
Press . |
2. |
Use and to select |
|
INPUT, and press . |
3. Use 
and 
to select PFL, and press 
.
4. Use 
and 
to select the desired track, and press 
.
5. Use 
and 
to select Trim, and press 
.
NOTE
Trim cannot be used when the recording mode is set to Float. When set to Float, the setting is shown as “--”.
6. Use 
and 
to adjust the input level, and press 
.
HINT
•This can be set in a range from +12 to +75 dB when the input source is set to Mic, from –8 to +55 dB when set to Line, and from –35 to +30 dB when set to USB.
•If the sound distorts even after lowering the input level, try changing mic positions and adjusting the output levels of connected devices.
•Using the limiter ( → P. 87)
•Using the high pass filter ( → P. 85)
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Recording
1. Press 
.
This starts recording.
HINT
If the timecode function is enabled, recording will start from frame 00 (00 or 02 when using drop frame) and the file length will always be a full second value. This makes synchronization easy when editing later.
2. Press 
to start a new take when recording.
This will end the current take and start a new take while continuing to record without interruption.
NOTE
Pressing 
during recording is only possible after recording for at least a second.
3. Press 
to pause.
NOTE
•Pausing occurs at whole second increments.
•When recording is paused, a mark is added at that point. Press 
to resume recording.
•A maximum of 99 marks can be added to a take.
HINT
•During playback, 
and 
can be pressed to jump to places where marks have been added.
•Marks can be added without pausing. ( → P. 170)
4. Press 
to stop.
NOTE
If the file size exceeds 2GB during recording, a new take will be created automatically and recording will continue without interruption.
No gap in sound will occur between the two takes when this happens.
HINT
•Press and hold 
when the Home Screen is open to check the name of the next take recorded.
•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 
.
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Setting the sampling rate
The sampling rate used to record files can be set.
1. Press 
.
2. Use 
and 
to select REC, and press 
.
3. Use 
and 
to select
Sample Rate, and press 
.
4. Use 
and 
to select the sampling rate, and press 
.
|
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Setting |
Explanation |
|
44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 |
These are standard sampling rates. |
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kHz, 96 kHz, 192 kHz |
|
|
|
Select this when recording video at 23.976 frames |
|
47.952 kHz |
per second in order to edit later at 24 frames per |
|
|
second. |
|
|
Select this when recording video at 24 frames per |
|
48.048 kHz |
second in order to edit later at NTSC 29.97 or 23.98 |
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HD. |
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These function the same as the two above, but the |
|
|
sampling rate metadata will be recorded as 48 kHz |
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47.952 kHz(F), 48.048 |
for <FILE_SAMPLE_RATE>. |
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kHz(F) |
This enables playback and editing with devices and |
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software that do not support 47.952 kHz and 48.048 |
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kHz WAV files. Playback, however, will occur at the |
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±0.1% speed at which the file was recorded. |
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