The improved noise floor dBu EIN captures audio at lower volumes with less noise and fewer artifacts. Multi-Track Mode turns your device into a four-track studio, with built-in effects, overdub functions, and the ability to work with previously recorded sound files.
Choose from a variety of effects, including EQ, compression, reverb, delay, amp and cab emulators and more. Practice with an onboard metronome, tuner and looper. It allows for easy syncing and file organization for both musicians and filmmakers. Protective Case for H4n Handy Recorder. Facebook YouTube Instagram. Change language Help Center. Close Menu. Change language.
Products Handy Recorders. Field Recorders. Podcast Recorders. Video Recorders. To record the input signal with optimum quality, the input sensitivity and recording level must be adjusted correctly. The recording level adjustment controls the gain of the signal to be recorded by the recorder, in other words it sets the input level to the digital section of the H4. The method described in this section uses the auto gain function to detect the level and make the adjustment automatically.
At the stereo mode top screen, press the bottom of the [MENU] key. The [MENU] key serves for calling up various menus of the H4, and it also functions as the recorder transport key pad. It works differently depending on whether the top, bottom, left, right, or center portion of the key is pressed see illustration on next page. This screen lets you select the input source and fine-adjust the input level. It indicates which item is currently selected for an operation.
In this condition, pressing the jog dial enables switching the auto gain function between on and off. Then press the jog dial. Pushing the jog dial up or down serves to move the cursor on the screen and to change setting values.
P u s h i n g t h e j o g d i a l inwards accepts a selected item or a changed setting. If using the function does not result in a suitable input level, you should adjust the input sensitivity analog level. Press the center of the [MENU] key to return to the stereo mode top screen. At the stereo mode top screen, press the [REC] key. Point the mic s at the performers and have them play at the loudest level. The H4 detects the level of the currently selected input source and adjusts the recording level accordingly.
If the band you are recording does not play louder than during this test, the entire recording should be possible without distortion. To cancel the recording standby condition, press the left part U , right part I , or top of the. In stereo mode, you can use various effects of the H4. The sound character of the built-in stereo mic can be altered using a number of mic simulation effects. This section describes how to use the effect section to adjust the input signal level and.
The mic simulation effects are available only when using the built-in stereo mic. The compressor which attenuates high-level signals and boosts low-level signals is active. The limiter which attenuates high-level signals that exceed a certain threshold is active.
This module simulates the characteristics of various well-known microphone models. There is no provision for adjusting detailed parameters. For details on mic characteristics, see page To return to the stereo mode top screen, press the center of the.
The level meter on the display lets you check the input signal level recording level. To start recording, press the [REC] key once more. To stop recording, press the [REC] key, or press the top of the. The counter returns to zero. If you press the top of the [MENU] key in this condition, the recording is played back from the beginning. If you press the [REC] key again, the recorder goes again into the standby condition, and you can record a new stereo file.
In stereo mode, a new stereo file is created every time from the beginning. It is not possible to record onto an existing file or start recording from a specified position. For information on how to delete unneeded stereo files, see page Verify that the display shows the stereo mode top screen. To play the selected file, press the top of the [MENU] key. To stop playback, press the top of the [MENU] key once more. In 4-track mode, the H4 operates as a multi-track recorder with four tracks.
This section explains the basics of using the unit in 4-track mode. As an example, it shows how to record instruments or vocal parts one track at a time, and perform a final mix. Note that operation steps differ depending on the recording mode. For details, see page This includes selecting the mode, creating a project, and other preparation for recording. While listening to the recorded track, record the second and subsequent tracks. Create a stereo mix while adjusting the level and panning settings for the four recorded tracks.
Then write the final stereo mix to a file bounce. In the default condition, the H4 operates in stereo mode the [MODE] indicator on the top panel is lit. To switch the H4 to 4-track mode, proceed as follows. At the stereo mode top screen, press the center of the [MENU] key. The display automatically changes to the 4-track mode top screen. When you start a new recording, create a project as follows.
At the 4-track mode top screen, press the center of the [MENU] key. Name for project to be created. The newly created project is automatically loaded, and the 4-track mode top screen appears. The H4 incorporates a metronome function that is useful for practice or for multi-track recording. Listening to the metronome during recording can h e l p k e e p c o r r e c t t i m i n g w h e n a d d i n g instrumental or vocal tracks.
The sound of the metronome is not recorded on the track. This menu lets you select under which conditions the metronome click sound is heard. Available settings are as follows. To try out the metronome and check the tempo, you can press the top of the [MENU] key.
When recording the first track, it is recommended to choose guitar chords or another part where the song progression can be easily followed. You may also want to record a guide melody using guitar chords and vocals first, then add other instruments, and finally replace the guide track with the main vocal track. Press the center of the [MENU] key to return to the 4-track mode top screen.
Each push of the key cycles through the following three status settings. For information on recommended settings, see the table below. Note that the signal input to the H4 will be distorted if the input sensitivity is not set correctly. At the 4-track mode top screen, press the bottom of the [MENU] key. Press the jog dial to bring up the fader icon on the meter display. Fader icon. The recording level setting can be checked at the top right. To record with optimum sound quality, the input signal level should be set as high as possible, without exceeding the 0 dB indication on the meter.
The setting range is 0 — To terminate the recording level setting, press the jog dial. To return to the 4-track mode top screen, repeatedly press the center of the [MENU] key.
In 4-track mode, the signal can be processed by the preamp and modulation effects before being recorded on the track. The H4 has a total capacity for 60 patches, of which 50 are already preprogrammed at the factory. This section describes how to select a stored patch. The screen for selecting effect patches appears. When a project is in the default condition, the effect section is off.
The effect section is activated. The currently selected patch number and patch name are shown in the center of the display. To select the patch while monitoring the sound, press the TRACK key for the track you want to monitor so that the key is lit up in red and is set.
However, if there is no track in recording standby condition, pressing the [REC] key has no effect. This will have no effect on the sound. Out of the TRACK [1] — [4] keys, press the key for the track to record, so that the key is lit in red. Press the [REC] key so that the key is lit up in red. Press the top of the [MENU] key. To stop recording, press the [REC] key again or press the top of the.
When the recorded content is as you want it, go to the 4-track mode top screen and press the TRACK key for the recorded track, so that the key is lit in green. The track is now set to playback, which will prevent inadvertent recording on that track. With the H4 in the default condition, recording a track again will overwrite the previous content. While listening to the metronome and the recorded track, you can record other instruments or vocal parts on the second and subsequent tracks.
When preparations are complete, you are ready to record an instrument or vocal part on the next track while listening to the first track. Recording starts. You can also use a pre-count at this point.
You can press the top of the [MENU] key and adjust the level while the recorder performs playback. Repeat steps 4 — 7 to adjust the level and panning for other tracks. Put the recorder in playback mode and check the output level with the level meter. When the level check is complete, press the top of the [MENU] key to stop the recorder.
When the downmix is complete, you are ready to write the result to a stereo file bounce. You can also assign the stereo file to two tracks of the H4 and then use the remaining two tracks to record more instruments or vocal parts.
Note that tracks for which the key is not lit muted tracks will not be included in the file produced after bouncing. The file produced by bouncing reflects the panning and volume settings for each track. Press the jog dial to close the window and delete files that are no longer needed.
Then perform the bounce operation once more. You can select either WAV or MP3 as format for the recorded file, and you can change the sampling rate and bit rate as required. Multi-track recording is not supported.
Recorder operation. The two main operation modes of the H4 are stereo mode and 4-track mode. When power to the H4 is turned on, it will be in the mode that was selected the last time the unit was used.
The currently selected mode is shown by the [MODE] indicator on the top panel. When the indicator is lit, the unit is in stereo mode. When the indicator is out, the unit is in 4-track mode. Stop the recorder and press the center of the [MENU] key. The items shown on the main menu are different for stereo mode and 4-track mode. Welcome to ManualMachine. We have sent a verification link to to complete your registration. Log In Sign Up. Forgot password? Enter your email address and check your inbox.
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This symbol indicates explanations about dangerous matters. If users ignore this symbol and handle the Caution device the wrong way, bodily injury and damage to the equipment could result. Power requirements Since power consumption of this unit is fairly high, we Warning recommend the use of an AC adapter whenever possible.
When powering the unit from batteries, use only alkaline types. Also take care not Caution to drop the unit, and do not subject it to shock or excessive pressure. Caution Connecting cables and input and output jacks You should always turn off the power to the H4 and all other equipment before connecting or disconnecting any cables.
Alterations Never open the case of the H4 or attempt to modify the Warning product in any way since this can result in damage to the unit. Volume Caution Do not use the H4 at a loud volume for a long time since this can cause hearing impairment. Usage Precautions Electrical interference For safety considerations, the H4 has been designed to provide maximum protection against the emission of electromagnetic radiation from inside the device, and protection from external interference.
Cleaning Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the H4. Please keep this manual in a convenient place for future reference. Step 3: Add more tracks ZOOM H4 3. About Effects Keep this manual at hand for future reference. ZOOM H4 5.
Introducing the H4 This section explains the main features and functions of the H4. Stereo Mode and 4-Track Mode The H4 has two main operation modes, namely "stereo mode" and "4-track mode". Files recorded in SD card stereo mode are saved here Dedicated stereo mode folder.
SD card Files recorded in Project 1 folder 4-track mode for project 2 are saved here Project 2 folder Project 3 folder. Mixer Functions When the H4 is operating in 4-track mode, two kinds of mixers can be used, namely the input mixer and track mixer.
Effects The H4 also incorporates an effect section immediately after the input that can be used to process the input signal before recording it on the tracks.
ZOOM H4 7. Battery Battery Right side panel Front panel. ZOOM H4 9. H4 rear panel. Monitor system AC adapter. Headphones Computer. About SD Cards. To remove the card, first push it into the slot to disengage and then pull it out. Operation on Battery Power The H4 can be powered from batteries which must be purchased separately. Close the battery compartment cover. Power-on 1. Verify that power to the H4 and any Power-off peripheral equipment is off.
Turn down the volume control on connected 1. Insert the SD card into the [SD 2. Information about current operations is automatically saved on the SD card. ZOOM H4 Recording This section shows how you can try out the H4 straight away by doing some recording.
Setup To record on-mic, place the sound source at about 30 to 50 centimeters from the H4. On-mic recording Sound Built-in stereo mic source About 30 — 50 cm To record off-mic, the sound source should be within the range of the two intersecting lines from the two built-in mics.
Off-mic recording. Recording steps 1. Turn power to the H4 on. Built-in stereo mic If the H4 is placed directly on the floor, it may. HINT If required, you can also change the bit rate resolution of the recording format. Press the [REC] key.
Input level 6. M For recording of acoustic guitar and other instruments with low volume. Press the [REC] key once more. The [REC] key lights up and recording starts. Quick Guide 1 Stereo mode basic operation This section explains the basics of using the unit in stereo mode.
Preparations before recording Starting the H4 1.
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