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P8

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 P8 PodTrak.

The P8 is a multitrack recorder designed for podcasting. After connecting mics and headphones, high-quality audio recording can be started right away.The P8 combines all the functions necessary to produce podcasts, including audio enhancement and episode editing in a single device, so we can recommend it to all podcasters from beginners to veterans. We hope you will enjoy recording and producing polished episodes in a variety of locations.

Main features of the P8

Multitrack recording of up to six people at once

The sound qualities and levels of the 6 mic inputs can be adjusted for the voices of the participants.The 6 headphone outputs allow everyone participating to monitor the sound that is being recorded. In addition to a stereo file ready to be used for podcasting, separate files for the audio of each channel can also be recorded and utilized for editing after recording.

Mic sounds can be adjusted optimally

In addition to dynamic mics, the high-quality built-in mic preamps support condenser mics that require phantom power (+48 V). With a single switch, the level of an input can be set optimally according to the mic type. Moreover, in addition to a limiter and low-cut filter, tone adjustment, a compressor that evens out the volume, a de-esser that suppresses sibilance and noise reduction can be applied to the mic sound. All the signal processing is tailored for voices, and each feature is simply turned on/off or adjusted with a single parameter, enabling settings to be made easily even without previous expertise in sound mixing.

Every necessary editing function is built in

The P8 has every necessary editing function to complete episodes for distribution.These include deleting unnecessary parts of recorded data, optimizing levels automatically, and combining opening and ending files. Intuitive operation using the large 4.3-inch color touchscreen allows anyone to easily complete podcasts without using a computer.

Instant playback of jingles and recorded interviews

The SOUND PAD function includes nine pads with four banks that can be switched even during recording. These pads can be used to play built-in sounds and other audio files in real time. When creating multiple programs, different banks can be prepared for each program. In addition, since the colors that the SOUND PAD buttons light can be set, file assignments can be made easy to see. For example, they could be set blue for files with recorded interviews. Use these to enhance podcasting and live streaming.

Remote recording

If all the podcasters cannot gather in one place or you want to invite guests who are far away, you can use smartphones and computers to enable remote participation in recording. A Mix Minus function prevents echoes from occurring in the audio of remote participants. By connecting a BTA-2 specialized wireless adapter to the P8, a smartphone can also be connected to it wirelessly.

Live streaming

The 2-in/2-out USB audio interface functions of the P8 can be used for live streaming and recording with computers, smartphones and tablets. Since it supports class compliant mode, installation of a dedicated driver is not necessary.

Optional accessory pack

We have prepared an optional Podcast Mic Pack with a dynamic mic (ZDM-1), headphones (ZHP-1) and related accessories, along with software useful for editing on a computer after recording.

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Contents

Notes about this Operation Manual 2

Introduction 3 Contents 4

Podcasting process 5

P8 overview 7

Explanation of terms 7 Functions of parts 8 Connection examples 11 Use examples 12 Signal flow 13 Touchscreen display 15

Preparing for use 17

Inserting SD cards 17 Providing power 18 Turning the power on 20 Making initial settings 22

Connecting 24

Connecting mics 24 Connecting headphones 25 Connecting smartphones 26 Connecting a BTA-2

(dedicated wireless adapter) 27 Connecting a computer, smartphone or tablet by USB 28 Connecting powered speakers and other

output equipment 31

Recording 32

Adjusting input gain and sound quality 32 Balancing the mix of channel levels 35 Recording 36

Playing recordings 37

Playing recordings on the Home Screen 37 Selecting files and playing them 38

Using marks 40

Adding marks 40 Deleting marks 41

Using SOUND PAD functions 42

Playing SOUND PAD buttons 42 Assigning audio files to SOUND PAD

buttons 43 Adjusting the levels of each SOUND PAD 46 Setting playback modes for each SOUND PAD 47 Changing bank names 48

Managing files

49

Deleting files

50

Combining multiple files into one in specific

 

order

52

Editing files

55

Opening the File Editing Screen

56

Changing file names

57

Changing icons

58

Cutting unnecessary parts (trimming)

59

Dividing files

61

Adding fade-ins and outs

63

Adding music and other background

 

sound

66

Optimizing podcast volume

 

(loudness normalization)

69

Converting files to MP3 format

71

Transferring files to a computer, smartphone or

 

tablet

72

Transferring files to a computer, smartphone

 

or tablet

72

P8 folder and file structure

73

Modifying the date and time

74

Changing the touchscreen display language

75

Setting the battery type

76

Adjusting the brightness of the touchscreen

77

Using noise reduction

78

Setting recording file types

79

Testing SD cards

80

Formatting SD cards

83

Using SD cards to back up and load settings

84

Backing up

84

Loading backup settings

85

Setting the automatic power off function

87

Restoring factory default settings

88

Updating the firmware

89

Troubleshooting

90

General

90

Audio interface

91

Specifications

92

Mixer block diagram

93

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Podcasting process

1. Prepare and confirm connections

●●Preparations

Install an SD card in the P8, provide it power, and set the date and time.

●●Connecting and checking

Connect microphones and headphones.

By using a single mic for each person, levels can be adjusted to suit each voice, enabling clear recording of all voices.

Adjust the distance between the participants and their mics so that they can be recorded at stable levels. On the P8, the input gain can be set suitably for a connected mic by setting its INPUT SELECT switch.

Using the P8, tones of voices can be adjusted and compressors and de-essers can be applied.

Mute input channels that are not being used to prevent noise from being picked up.

Headphones are necessary to not only confirm the inputs from the mics, but also to hear SOUND PAD playback and the voices of guests participating remotely.

If a guest in a distant location is participating remotely in recording, connect the P8 to a computer, smartphone or tablet.

The smartphone connector is designed to prevent echo when used. When using the USB port, turn on USB Mix Minus to prevent echo.

Confirm the levels and other settings of the SOUND PAD buttons, which can be used for one-touch playback of background music, jingles and other sounds during recording.

●●Countermeasures for environmental noise in recording locations

Attaching windscreens to mics can reduce noise caused by wind blowing. Adjust the directions of mics so that they do not point toward other sources of environmental noise.

Touching mics and power cables during recording could result in handling noise that sounds like crackling. Use mic stands and put cables in order beforehand. Placing mic cables and power cables too close together can result in noise being picked up.

Enabling the Low Cut function on the P8 mic input settings screens can reduce the amount of vibration, wind and other noise picked up by mics.

When multiple mics are being used to record sound, turning on noise reduction

on the P8 ON AIR settings screen can suppress background noise to a constant level by automatically reducing the levels of the mic inputs not being used by people.

2. Record

●●Recording theme

To enable recording conversations at a good pace, confirm the discussion topics with the other participants and prepare reference materials and other resources so that they are at hand.

●●Speaking tips

Try to speak clearly while avoiding making sibilant (hissing s) and plosive (p and d) sounds too loud.

●●SOUND PAD buttons

Use these to add excitement to programs with jingles and effects.

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3. Publish

●●Publishing

The P8 USB file transfer screen can be used to connect to a computer, smartphone or tablet and transfer recorded files. Upload them to the podcasting

service* or server you are using.

*Service* that provides servers for saving podcast files

●●Editing before release

The P8 can be used to edit recorded stereo files for podcasting in the following ways.

Unnecessary parts can be cut, and fade ins/outs can be added.

Background music can be added.

The loudness normalization function can even out the volume ideally for podcasting.

Openings and endings that have been prepared in advance can be attached to the beginnings and ends.

Files can be converted to MP3s.

Moreover, the individual files recorded for each channel on the P8 can be used for detailed editing in a DAW and to make adjustments for the voices of each

participant.

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P8 overview

Explanation of terms

Audio interface

The P8 enables sounds from mics and instruments, for example, to be input to a computer, smartphone or tablet. It can also output sounds from that device to speakers and headphones.

USB audio return

When the P8 is connected as an audio interface, this is the signal output from the computer, smartphone or tablet. Background music can be played from the connected device.

SOUND PAD buttons

Audio files can be assigned to these. Press one to play the assigned file.This is convenient for playing interviews that have been recorded in advance, opening and ending music and jingles.

The 9 SOUND PAD buttons can have audio files assigned in 4 banks, for a total of 36 files.

USB Mix Minus

When using the P8 as an audio interface, signals input by USB can be set to not be output back to USB.This can prevent feedback to the person at the other end when recording while calling through a computer, smartphone or tablet.

ON AIR button

When ON AIR buttons are turned off, input sounds are not output to the USB port (streaming audio) or SPEAKER OUT jacks, nor are they recorded to the podcast stereo file.This function is convenient, for example, when participants are discussing the next topic among themselves while music is playing.

Podcasting

This is one way to share audio files publicly on the Internet. Podcasters make content and distribute it via the Internet so people can listen easily on smartphones, computers and other devices.

Dynamic mic

This type of mic does not require phantom power and is strong and durable.

Condenser mic

This type of mic usually has high sensitivity and can capture audio with high quality. Phantom power supply is necessary for use.

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Functions of parts

■■Top

 

BTA-2 power supply connector

 

Smartphone connection jack

 

SOUND PAD A–I buttons

INPUT jacks

SPEAKER OUT jacks

 

INPUT SELECT

PHONES jacks

switches

 

Touchscreen

PHONES knobs

 

USB OUT knob

MUTE buttons

SPEAKER OUT knob

ON AIR buttons

STOP button

 

Channel

REC button

 

faders

PLAY/PAUSE button

 

MARK button

INPUT jacks

These input jacks have built-in mic preamps.

INPUT SELECT switches

Set these according to the connected equipment.

Dynamic mic

Condenser mic (supplies +48V phantom power)

Computer, smartphone or tablet

Touchscreen

This shows the status of the P8, and can be operated by touch to make various settings and edit files.

MUTE buttons

Use to mute (lit) and unmute (unlit) signals.

ON AIR buttons

When lit, channel signals are recorded in the podcast stereo file and sent to the USB port, SPEAKER OUT jacks, PHONES jacks and smartphone connection jack.

When unlit, channel signals are only sent to the PHONES jacks and smartphone connection jack.

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Channel faders

These adjust channel signal levels in ranges from −∞ to +10 dB.

BTA-2 power supply connector

Use this power supply connector when connecting a BTA-2 wireless adapter.

Smartphone connection jack

Connect a smartphone here.

SOUND PAD A–I buttons

Use to play the sounds assigned to them.

SPEAKER OUT jacks

These output a stereo mix of the signals from all the channels. Connect them to a power amplifier, a PA system or speakers with built-in amplifiers, for example.

PHONES jacks

These output a stereo mix of the signals from all the channels. Connect headphones to these.

PHONES knobs

Use to adjust the volumes of the signals output from the PHONES jacks.

USB OUT knob

Use to adjust the volume of the signal output from the USB port.

SPEAKER OUT knob

Use to adjust the volume of the signals output from the SPEAKER OUT jacks.

STOP button

Use to stop recording/playback.

REC button

Use to start/stop recording.

PLAY/PAUSE button

Use to play/pause recorded files.

MARK button

Press to add marks to recording files during recording/playback.These provide editing guides.

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■■Back

SD card slot

USB port (Type-C)

DC IN 5V AC adapter connector

Power switch

Power switch

Use to turn the power on and off.

DC IN 5V AC adapter connector

Connect the included AC adapter here.

USB port (Type-C)

This USB port is for connecting with a computer, smartphone or tablet.

SD card slot

Cards that conform to SDHC and SDXC specifications are supported.

Format the SD card with the P8 before use. “Formatting SD cards” on page 83)

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Zoom P8 Service Manual

Connection examples

Mics

Smartphone

 

Dynamic and condenser

Guests can participate by phone

 

mics

during podcasting.

Speakers with

 

 

 

 

built-in amplifiers

Wireless adapter (ZOOM BTA-2)

This enables wireless connection to smartphones and tablets.

SD card

Headphones

USBType-C port

AC adapter (ZOOM AD-14)

Computer, smartphone or tablet

Using the audio interface function, audio can be shared with a computer, for example, and recordings on the SD card can be transferred for editing.

This might not be usable with some communication apps.

HINT

We have prepared an optional Podcast Mic Pack that is ideal for podcasting.The set includes a ZDM-1 dynamic mic and ZHP-1 headphones, enabling you to start podcasting right away.

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Use examples

Podcasting with a guest participating by phone

By connecting a computer, smartphone or tablet to the P8, a guest in a remote location can participate in a podcast by phone.

Internet

Live streaming

By connecting a P8 to a computer, smartphone or tablet, you can use it to stream audio in real time.

Internet

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Signal flow

Channel 1

Channel 2

Channel 3

Channel 4

Channel 5

Channel 6

Smartphone channel

 

 

 

 

 

 

INPUT

1

 

Adjust volume

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and audio quality

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INPUT 2

 

Adjust volume

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and audio quality

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INPUT 3

 

Adjust volume

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and audio quality

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INPUT 4

 

Adjust volume

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and audio quality

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INPUT 5

 

Adjust volume

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and audio quality

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INPUT 6

 

Adjust volume

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and audio quality

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PHONE

 

Adjust audio

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

quality

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SOUND PAD

ON AIR button unlit

ON AIR button lit

MUTE FADER

 

N.R.

 

 

L/R

MUTE FADER

 

N.R.

 

 

SPEAKER OUT

MUTE FADER

jacks

N.R.

 

MUTE FADER

 

N.R.

 

MUTE FADER

USB port

N.R.

 

MUTE FADER

 

N.R.

 

MUTE FADER

 

MUTE FADER

Smartphone

connection jack

 

 

Headphones

Input sound. Channels 1–5 can be used to input sound from mics. Channel 6 can be used to input sound from a mic or the USB audio return. The smartphone channel can be used to input sound from a smartphone.

Play SOUND PAD sounds.

Make settings for inputs on each channel. Input gain can be adjusted, and a function that cuts unwanted low frequencies and a limiter can be turned on or off (mic inputs only). In addition, the sound quality of all inputs can be adjusted.

Mute/unmute channels. Inputs not being used can be muted.

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Use the faders to adjust the levels of each channel in the mix.

Turn ON AIR on or off. When the ON AIR button is off (unlit), sound will not be output to the podcast stereo file, SPEAKER OUT jacks or USB port.

Turn noise reduction on or off. When multiple mics are being used to record sound, turning this on suppresses background noise to a constant level by automatically reducing the levels of the mic inputs not being used by people.

A recording file is made for podcasting. This combines all channels and the SOUND PAD sounds into a stereo file.

Output the mixed sound of all channels or the playback of audio files on an SD card to speakers with built-in amplification, for example.

A mix of all channels is output to the computer, smartphone or tablet connected by USB. When the USB Mix Minus setting ( page 30) is on, the sound input through channel 6 (the USB audio return) is not included.

A mix of all channels is output to the connected smartphone. The sound from the connected smartphone itself, however, is not sent back to it.

Monitor the sound of the recording for podcasting through headphones. Channels with ON AIR off will also be output. The volume can be adjusted separately for each pair of headphones.

HINT

Individual files can also be recorded for INPUT 1–6, PHONE and SOUND PAD channels. ( “Setting recording file types” on page 79)

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Touchscreen display

Home Screen overview

This screen appears on the touchscreen when the P8 power is turned on.

This shows the state of the P8, including recording conditions and input levels. In addition, various functions can easily be accessed by tapping buttons on it.

Status icon

 

This shows the recorder status.

Counter

Recording

This shows either the current elapsed

recording time or the remaining

 

 

Recording paused

available recording time.

 

Mark added

Date and time

SD card button

Use to make settings

Use to make settings related to

 

 

 

 

related to the date/time

Recording stopped

the SD card.

and display language.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Library button

 

 

 

 

 

Power button

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This shows files on the

 

 

 

 

Use to make settings related to

SD card, and enables file

 

 

 

 

the power.

 

management and editing.

 

 

 

 

Powered by AC adapter:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Powered by USB:

 

Level meters

 

 

 

 

 

 

Powered by batteries

 

 

 

 

 

These show the output

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

levels of each channel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and the stereo mix for

 

 

 

 

 

Full

 

 

Empty

podcasting.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Track buttons

ON AIR settings button

Use these to make input settings for

Use to turn Noise Reduction on/off and

each channel, including mic settings and

make recording track settings.

audio quality adjustments.The icons

 

depend on the selected input type.

 

Touchscreen operation overview

■■Using various screens

Operate by tapping and sliding.

 

ON/OFF button

 

 

On

 

 

Off

 

 

Slide to adjust

Slide to scroll items

Tap to select or turn on/off

(move left/right while

(move up/down while

touching)

touching)

 

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■■Returning to the previous screen or the Home Screen

Tap at the top left of the screen.

To return to the Home Screen, tap repeatedly until it appears.

Character input screen

The character input screen appears on the touchscreen when changing the names of files and SOUND PAD banks.

Tap the keyboard and input characters.

Character input area

A cursor shows the input position.

Input characters and spaces.

Switch between upper and lower case.

Cancel the input and return to the original screen.

Delete characters.

Confirm the input name and return to the original screen.

Change the character type.

Move the cursor.

NOTE

The characters and symbols that can be used are as follows. ! # $ ' ( ) +, - ; = @ [ ] ^ _ ` { } ~ (space) A–Z, a–z, 0–9

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Preparing for use

Inserting SD cards

SD card slot

1. With the power off, open the SD card slot cover, and insert an SD card all the way into the slot. To remove an SD card, push it further into the slot and then pull it out.

NOTE

Cards that conform to SDHC and SDXC specifications are supported.

Disable write-protection on the SD card before inserting it.

Inserting or removing an SD card while the power is on could result in data loss.

When inserting an SD card, be sure to insert the correct end with the top side up as shown.

If an SD card is not loaded, recording and playback are not possible.

Before using SD cards that have just been purchased or that have been formatted on a computer, they must be formatted by the P8 ( “Formatting SD cards” on page 83).

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Providing power

The P8 can be powered by an AC adapter, USB bus power or batteries.

The order of power supply priority is AC adapter first, USB bus power next, and batteries last.

Using an AC adapter

Connect the dedicated AC adapter (AD-14) cable to the DC IN 5V AC adapter connector and the adapter to an outlet.

DC IN 5V AC adapter connector

Installing batteries

To run the P8 on battery power, open the battery compartment cover on the bottom and install 4 AA batteries.

Open while pressing up

NOTE

Use only one type of battery (alkaline, NiMH or lithium) at a time.

Set the type of battery used correctly so that the amount of remaining battery charge can be shown accurately. ( “Setting the battery type” on page 76)

The battery charge can be checked on the Home Screen ( page 15).

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Other power sources

By connecting this USB port (Type-C) to a computer, the P8 can be operated on USB bus power. Operation using a portable battery is also possible.

USB port (Type-C)

Portable battery

NOTE

WhenTablet Mode ( page 29) is on, operation using USB bus power is not possible.

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Turning the power on

1. Confirm that the output devices connected to the P8 are turned off.

2. Set all and faders to their minimum values.

3. Set to ON.

This turns the power on and opens the Home Screen on the touchscreen.

The first time the power is turned on after purchase and after the P8 has been restored to its factory default state, make initial settings. (“Making initial settings” on page 22)

4. Turn on the output devices connected to the P8.

NOTE

When running on power from the AC adapter, the P8 will automatically turn off if it is unused for 10 hours.To keep the power on at all times, disable the automatic power saving function. ( “Setting the

automatic power off function” on page 87)

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Turning the power off

1. ‌Minimize the volume of output devices connected to the P8.

2. ‌Turn off the output devices connected to the P8.

3.

Set

to OFF.

 

After “Goodbye SeeYou!” appears on the touchscreen, the power turns off.

NOTE

When the power is turned off, the current settings are saved on the P8.

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Making initial settings

Setting the date/time and language (first time starting up)

The first time the power is turned on after purchase, a screen where the date/time and language can be set opens on the touchscreen.

The date and time are stored in recorded files, and the date and time recording started are used in the file name. Having the correct date and time set is helpful when looking for files, for example, by allowing content to be identified by names.

The language shown on the touchscreen can also be selected.

1. Tap‌ the language to be shown on the touchscreen.

The touchscreen display will change to the selected language.

2.

to set theYear, Month, Day, Hour, and Minute.

 

3.

After setting the date and time,

.

 

This confirms the set date and time and opens the ON AIR settings screen.

HINT

The date/time and language settings can be changed later by tapping the Date andTime display on the

Home Screen. ( “Modifying the date and time” on page 74)

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Setting noise reduction and recording file types (first time starting up)

Next, turn Noise Reduction on or off and set the recording file type.

When multiple mics are being used to record sound, the noise reduction function of the P8 suppresses background noise to a constant level by automatically reducing the levels of the mic inputs not being used by people.

1. Tap‌ the ON/OFF button to turn Noise Reduction on or off.

2. Tap the recording file type setting.

 

 

Setting

Explanation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Only record stereo files for podcasting.

 

Off

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In addition to stereo files for podcasting, individual files are also recorded for

 

 

 

 

each channel.The individual files for each channel are recorded before being

 

Original Data

 

 

 

 

 

affected by the fader,Tone, Comp/DeEss and other adjustments.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In addition to stereo files for podcasting, individual files are also recorded for

 

 

 

each channel.The individual files for each channel are recorded before faders, but

 

WithTone & Comp

 

 

 

 

 

after being affected by theTone, Comp/DeEss and other adjustments.

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

When done making settings,

.

 

This complete initial settings and opens the Home Screen on the touchscreen.

HINT

 

The noise reduction and recording file settings can be changed later by tapping

on the Home

Screen. ( “Using noise reduction” on page 78, “Setting recording file types” on page 79)

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Connecting

Connecting mics

Connect mics to capture sound. Up to 6 mics can be connected.

INPUT SELECT switches 1–6

Set towhen using

a dynamic mic or to when using a

condenser mic.

Gain will be set suitably for the selection.

MUTE buttons 1–6

Confirm that these are not lit.

ON AIR buttons 1–6

Confirm that they are lit.

Dynamic and condenser mics

Use mic cables (with XLR connectors) to connect them to INPUT jacks 1–6.

2: HOT

1: GND

3: COLD

Track buttons 1–6

Tap to adjust mic gain and audio quality

( page 32).

Track buttons appear as follows according to their INPUT SELECT switch settings.

setting:

setting:

setting:

NOTE

When an INPUT SELECT switch is set to , +48V phantom power is supplied to that INPUT jack. When connecting to a device that is not compatible with phantom power, do not set the INPUT SELECT switch to . Doing so could damage the device.

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Connecting headphones

Connect headphones to check the sound.The PHONES 1–6 jacks output the same sound. Up to 6 pairs of headphones can be connected.

Headphones

Connect to PHONES jacks 1–6.

Lower Raise

PHONES knobs 1–6

Use these to adjust headphone volumes.

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Connecting smartphones

The following operations are possible when a smartphone is connected to the smartphone connection jack.

When podcasting, the voice of a guest participating by phone can be input on the smartphone channel. By using a 4-contact mini-plug cable, a signal can be input from a smartphone and a mono signal can be sent back to it simultaneously. Since this output signal does not include the sound from the smartphone channel, guests participating by phone will not have an echo.

Music played back on a smartphone can be input on the smartphone channel.

Track button

Tap to adjust the audio quality ( page 34).

 

4-contact mini-

 

plug cable

Audio signal

P8 mix output

from call

signal

participant

(excludes audio

 

signal from call

 

participant)

MUTE button

Confirm that this is not lit.

ON AIR button

Confirm that this is lit.

4-contact mini-plug

Tip: Left channel (from smartphone)

Ring 1: Right channel (from smartphone)

Ring 2: Ground

Sleeve: mono mix (from P8)

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Connecting a BTA-2 (dedicated wireless adapter)

By connecting a BTA-2, audio can be input through the smartphone connection jack via Bluetooth.

LED

Pairing

switch

Connecting

Pairing must be conducted the first time connecting.

1. While the P8 power is off, connect the BTA-2 to the smartphone connection jack and the BTA-2 power supply connector.

BTA-2

2. Turn the P8 power on (“Turning the power on” on page 20). The LED lights white when power is being supplied to the BTA-2.

If a smartphone has already been paired, it will automatically be connected at this time.

3. Press and hold the pairing switch until the BTA-2 LED blinks white. This puts the BTA-2 into connection standby.

4. Conduct connection procedures on the smartphone. The LED will light blue when connection completes.

Disconnecting

1. Conduct disconnection procedures on the smartphone. This disconnects it.

2. The P8 power should be off when disconnecting a BTA-2.

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Connecting a computer, smartphone or tablet by USB

The following operations are possible when a computer, smartphone or tablet is connected to the USB port (Type-C).

Audio interface function

Background music playing or communication audio on a computer, smartphone or tablet can be input on channel 6. ( “Inputting USB audio return on channel 6” on page 30)

Sound input through the P8 and sounds played with SOUND PAD buttons can be sent to a computer, smartphone or tablet and streamed live as is. ( “Audio interface function overview” on page 29)

USB file transfer function

Recording files on SD cards can be transferred to computers, smartphones and tablets.These files can then be uploaded to hosting services and servers that you are using. ( “Transferring files to a computer, smartphone or tablet” on page 72)

USBType-C

port

NOTE

Use a Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (or Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter) to connect to an iOS/ iPadOS device with a lighting connector.

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Preparing to connect a smartphone or tablet

1. Connect an AC adapter or install batteries before turning the P8 on (“Turning the power on” on page 20).

2.

Tap the

/

power button on the Home Screen.

 

 

3.

 

 

 

 

Tap the

Tablet Mode

ON/OFF button to turn it on.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4. Connecting a smartphone or tablet

NOTE

WhenTablet Mode is on, operation using USB bus power is not possible.

If already operating on USB bus power and batteries have not been installed,Tablet Mode cannot be turned on/off.

Tablet Mode will be off the next time that the P8 starts up.

HINT

TheTablet Mode function is intended to prevent power draw from smartphones and tablets that are not capable of providing USB bus power.

Audio interface function overview

The P8 can be used as a 2-in/2-out audio interface.

The following operations are possible by using the audio interface functions.

USB OUT knob

Lower Raise

Internet

Use this to adjust the volume sent to the computer, smartphone or tablet.

Music playing or call audio on a computer, smartphone or tablet can be input on channel 6 of the P8. Audio input to the P8 and audio played using SOUND PAD buttons can be sent to a computer or other device connected to the Internet and streamed in real time.

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