Zoom H4essential User Manual

Operation Manual
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Zoom H4essential Specifications

General

Maximum Sample Rate	96 kHz
Recorder Channels	4
USB	Yes
Media	SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Power Source	USB Bus Power
Inputs	2x XLR/TRS combo jacks
Outputs	1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone
Storage	SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Battery	4 x AA

Summary

Operation Manual Notes

H4essential Overview

Achieving High Audio Quality

Explains how dual A/D converters and 32-bit float WAV format maintain audio quality.

Dual A/D Converter Circuit

Details the dual A/D converter circuit and its benefits for dynamic range.

32-bit Float WAV File Benefits

Details the advantages of 32-bit float WAV files, including resolution and clipping.

Functions of Parts: Top and Bottom

Functions of Parts: Left and Right Sides

Functions of Parts: Front End

Screen Overviews: Home Screen

Screen Overviews: Playback Screen

Screen Overviews: File List Screen

Screen Overviews: Mixer Screen

Screen Overviews: Input Settings Screen

Screen Overviews: Other Settings Screens

Recording Process

Making Preparations: Inserting microSD Cards

Making Preparations: Supplying Power

Connecting Input Devices: Built-in XY Microphone

Connecting Input Devices: External Mics and Devices

Connecting Input Devices: Line Level Equipment

Connecting Input Devices: MIC/LINE IN Jack Usage

Connection Examples: Voice and Instrument Recording

Connection Examples: Live Streaming and Video Capture

Power On/Off: Turning the Power On

Power On/Off: Turning the Power Off

Initial Setup: Guide Sound

Initial Setup: Display Language

Initial Setup: Date Format

Initial Setup: Date and Time

Initial Setup: Battery Type

Preventing Misoperation (Hold Function)

Making Input Settings: Enabling Tracks for Recording

Making Input Settings: Convert XY Mic to Mono

Making Input Settings: Setting Plug-in Power

Making Input Settings: Setting Phantom Power

Reducing Noise (Lo Cut)

Enabling Stereo Linking

Mid-Side Stereo Recording: Setting Side Level

Making Output Settings: Adjusting Output Level Control

Making Output Settings: Adjusting Fixed Output Level

Recording: Monitoring Input Sounds

Recording: Adjusting Monitoring Balance

Making Recording Settings: Setting Sample Rate

Making Recording Settings: Pre-Recording Function

Making Recording Settings: Recording with Mixer Levels

Making Recording Settings: Recording Start Tone

Making Recording Settings: Writing Metadata (iXML)

Recording Operations

Adding Marks During Recording

Moving Recordings to Trash

Playing Recordings

Playing Recordings: Adjusting Track Volume Balance

Automatic Volume Adjustment During Playback

Changing Playback Speed

Repeat Playback (A-B Repeat)

Changing Format and Exporting Files

Moving Played File to Trash

Managing Files: Folder and File Structure

Managing Files: Recording File Naming

Managing Files: Checking Files on microSD

Using as an Audio Interface: Windows Setup

Using as an Audio Interface: Connecting to Computers and Mobile Devices

Audio Interface: Adjusting USB Output Level

Audio Interface: Enabling Loop Back Function

Recording as Audio Interface

Disconnecting from Computers and Mobile Devices

Transferring Files: Connecting for File Transfer

Transferring Files: Disconnecting After File Transfer

Managing microSD Cards: Formatting

Managing microSD Cards: Quick Test

Managing microSD Cards: Full Test

Managing microSD Cards: Deleting Files in Trash

Using Timecode: Overview and Input

Using Timecode: Connecting to UltraSync BLUE

Using Timecode: Checking and Disconnecting

System Settings: Display Language

System Settings: Date and Time

System Settings: Date Format

System Settings: Display Power Saving

System Settings: Display Brightness

System Settings: Battery Type

System Settings: Auto Power Off Time

Accessibility: Setting Guide Sound

Accessibility: Setting Guide Sound Volume

Accessibility: Checking Guide Sound Information

Accessibility: Installing Guide Sounds

Restoring Factory Default State

Managing Firmware: Checking Versions

Managing Firmware: Updating Firmware

Operating from Smartphone/Tablet

Disconnecting from Smartphone/Tablet

Checking Latest Information

Appendix: Troubleshooting

H4essential Metadata List

Specifications