Zoom F3 User Manual

Deleting files...............................................................................................................................................................64
Using as an audio interface.................................................................................................................................... 65
Connecting computers, smartphones and tablets.............................................................................................. 65
Making audio interface settings..............................................................................................................................68
Controlling the F3 from a smartphone/tablet...................................................................................................... 70
Disconnecting from a smartphone/tablet............................................................................................................. 71
Making various settings........................................................................................................................................... 72
Setting the type of batteries used..........................................................................................................................72
Setting the display backlight....................................................................................................................................74
Setting the display contrast.....................................................................................................................................75
Setting the display language................................................................................................................................... 76
Setting the date and time........................................................................................................................................77
Setting the date format............................................................................................................................................79
Setting the time until the power turns off automatically................................................................................... 81
When using timecode...............................................................................................................................................83
Timecode overview....................................................................................................................................................83
Connecting with an UltraSync BLUE...................................................................................................................... 85
Checking timecode information..............................................................................................................................87
Setting the time shown on the Home/Recording Screen................................................................................... 89
Exchanging data with computers........................................................................................................................... 91
Disconnecting a computer.......................................................................................................................................92
Testing microSD cards..............................................................................................................................................93
Conducting a quick test............................................................................................................................................93
Conducting a full test............................................................................................................................................... 95
Formatting microSD cards....................................................................................................................................... 97
Restoring factory default settings.......................................................................................................................... 98
Managing the firmware............................................................................................................................................99
Checking the firmware versions............................................................................................................................. 99
Updating the firmware............................................................................................................................................. 99
Appendix...................................................................................................................................................................100
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................................................100
Block diagram.......................................................................................................................................................... 102
Specifications........................................................................................................................................................... 103
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Zoom F3 Specifications

General

XLR in	Yes
Audio (L/R) out	1
Sample rate	192 kHz
Audio quality	32 bit
Product color	Gray

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	242 g
Dimensions (WxDxH)	75 x 77.3 x 47.8 mm