Zoom h1n User Manual

Operation Manual
You must read the Usage and Safety Precautions before use.
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Zoom h1n Specifications

General

Sample rate	96 kHz
Audio quality	24 bit
Product color	Black
Headphone outputs	1

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	60 g
Dimensions (WxDxH)	50 x 137.5 x 32 mm

Summary

Usage and Safety Precautions

Warning Symbols

Explains warning and caution symbols used in the manual to prevent accidents and ensure safe operation.

Battery and Operating Precautions

Covers safe battery installation, environmental conditions, and general handling advice to prevent damage or injury.

Interference and General Warnings

Addresses potential electromagnetic interference and provides warnings about volume levels and product alterations.

Introduction

90° XY Microphone

Advanced Recording and Playback Functions

Explains features like auto-recording, pre-recording, overdubbing, and advanced playback utilities.

Names of Parts

Front Panel Controls

Identifies and describes the buttons, display, and indicators on the front of the H1n recorder.

Side Panel Ports and Switches

Identifies and describes the ports (MIC/LINE IN, PHONE/LINE OUT, USB) and switches on the sides.

Preparations

Providing Power

Instructions for powering the device using either AAA batteries or the AD-17 AC adapter.

Inserting microSD Cards

Guide for inserting and removing microSD/microSDHC cards for audio storage.

Powering On and Off

Step-by-step instructions for turning the H1n device on and off using the power switch.

Preventing Misoperation

How to use the HOLD function to lock buttons and prevent accidental operation during recording.

Recording

Adjusting Input Levels Manually

Methods for manually setting audio input gain using the input volume dial for optimal recording levels.

Using Automatic Level Adjustment

How to enable the auto-level function for automatic adjustment of input levels based on the signal.

Selecting Recording Format

Reducing Noise

Setting the Input Limiter

Basic Recording Operations

Instructions for starting, stopping, pausing, and resuming recordings, including adding marks.

Additional Recording Functions

Automatic Recording (AUTO REC)

Pre-Record Function (PRE REC)

Self Timer Recording

Overdubbing

Performing Overdubbing

Monitoring Recording

Monitoring with Headphones

Using External Mics

Connecting External Microphones

Instructions for connecting and using external microphones via the MIC/LINE IN jack.

Playback

Playing Recordings

Working with Files

Deleting Files

Using USB Functions

Connecting with Other Devices

Using as a Card Reader

Using as an Audio Interface

Utilizing the H1n as an external sound card for computers or iOS devices.

Enabling Direct Monitoring

Other Functions

Formatting microSD Cards

Preparing microSD cards for use with the H1n by formatting them on the device.

Testing microSD Card Performance

Restoring Default Settings

Updating Firmware

Instructions for updating the device's firmware to the latest available version.

Troubleshooting

Recording and Playback Issues

Solutions for common problems like no sound output, low volume, poor recording quality, or recording failures.

Other Device Issues

Solutions for problems such as the computer not recognizing the H1n via USB or connectivity issues.