Zoom H1essential User Manual

Operation Manual
You must read the Usage and Safety Precautions before use.
©2024 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.

Zoom H1essential Specifications

General

Maximum Sound Pressure Level	120 dB SPL
Recording Format	WAV
Bit Depth	24-bit
Sampling Rate	44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz
Microphone Type	Condenser
Recording Media	microSD, microSDHC
Power	USB
Battery Life	Approx. 10 hours
Frequency Response	20 Hz - 20 kHz
Storage	microSD, microSDHC

Summary

Core Operations

Recording Process Steps

Outlines the sequence of actions for preparing, recording, and reviewing audio.

Power Management

Guides on turning the device on/off, installing batteries, and connecting power sources.

Input Device Connection

Explains how to connect external microphones and use the built-in XY mic.

Recording Features

Input Channel Selection

Switch between stereo and mono recording formats for audio capture.

Noise Reduction (Lo Cut)

Advanced Recording Modes

Marking and File Management

Playback and File Management

Playing Back Recorded Files

Instructions on how to play back recorded audio files.

Playback Control Features

Managing Marks and Files

File Information and Export

USB Mic Functionality

Connecting as a USB Microphone

Guides on connecting to computers/devices and using the H1essential as a USB mic.

USB Mic Settings and Operations

Muting and Disconnecting

Data Transfer and Storage

Transferring Files

Steps for connecting to computers/devices for file transfer and safe disconnection.

MicroSD Card Management

Guides on formatting and testing microSD cards for optimal performance and reliability.

System Settings and Maintenance

Power and Auto-Off Settings

Accessibility Features

Factory Reset and Firmware

Covers restoring factory defaults and checking/updating firmware versions.

Troubleshooting and Support

Common Recording/Playback Issues

Addresses problems like no sound, distorted sound, or recording failures.

Other Operational Problems