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Recording ow using the H4n0091-1 Recording flow using the H4nThe following is the basic ow of recording operation for the H4n. Depending on the ap

1Press.2Select <TOOL> and press.3Select <SPEED> and press.Playback : <SPEED>099You can adjust playback speed of the file.4-05 Playb

100In 4CH mode you can use the mixer to adjust the playback LEVEL and PAN settings of two stereo files.4-06 Playback : <MIXER>Playback : <M

Playback : Playback files (MTR mode)101There are various ways to playback in MTR mode: Create and record files separately, assign them to tracks and

Playback : Appointing time with a counter1024-08 Playback : Appointing time with a counterUsing the counter, you can scroll to any desired point in a

Edit / Output : <FOLDER SELECT>103Select the folder that contains your targeted file.You can call the <FOLDER SELECT> pressing TRACK [1]bu

1Press.3Select an optional file and press.2Select <FILE> and press.Edit / Output : <FILE SELECT>104Selecting playback files from the file

Edit / Output : <FILE INFORMATION>105This function displays the selected file information.5-03 Edit / Output : <FILE INFORMATION>SELECTIN

Edit / Output : <FILE DELETE> 106Delete a selected file.5-04 Edit / Output : <FILE DELETE> Caution;Once deleted, you cannot retrieve the

Delete all the files in the folders and projects.SELECTING THE FILES…P.104 <FILE SELECT>Once deleted, you cannot retrieve the file.NOTE:Edit / O

HINT:Change the file name:In MTR mode you can copy files. The copies are saved in the same project as the original files. This function is useful whe

Recording ow using the H4n010Edit·OutputRECORDPlayback and conrm RE-RECORDING (Recording again from scratch)Recording on STEREO mode/ STAMINA mode…

Edit / Output : <FILE RENAME>109In STEREO, MTR and STAMINA MODE, you can change the name of the file.When recorded in 4CH MODE, the file names c

Edit / Output : <FILE RENAME>110HINT:Display when the file name is over 12 characters.When the name of the file has more than 12 letters, a tria

Edit / Output : <FILE MP3 ENCODE>111In STEREO MODE you can encode a WAV FILE into MP3 format at various bit rates.5-08 Edit / Output : <FILE

Edit / Output : <FILE NORMALIZE>112This function automatically adjusts the volume level of a recorded file for enhanced sound quality and audio

Edit / Output : <FILE STEREO ENCODE>113This function will mix down a 4CH file to a stereo file. The resulting files are stored in the folder in

7Select <SAVE IN> and press.8Select the <SAVE IN> folder and press.Edit / Output : <FILE STEREO ENCODE>114Select <SAVE IN>9Sel

Edit / Output : <MARK LIST>115You can view the list of marks put in the WAV FILE.5-11 Edit / Output : <MARK LIST>SELECTING THE FILES…P.10

Edit / Output : <DIVIDE>116On STEREO MODE, you can divide files at any desired position.5-12 Edit / Output : <DIVIDE>SELECTING THE FILES…

Edit / Output : <MOVE>117This function is used to move files to a different folder or mode.5-13 Edit / Output : <MOVE>Ref. ☞<FILE RENA

Edit / Output : <NEW PROJECT>Here you can make a new project and adjust settings for AUDIO TRACK or EFFECT in MTR mode.5-14 Edit / Output : <

Monitor the input sound rec levelEasy recording guide [STEREO MODE]0111-2 Easy recording guide [STEREO MODE]The following is basic recording instruc

Edit / Output : <PROJECT (SELECT) >119Select a project stored on the SD card.5-15 Edit / Output : <PROJECT (SELECT) >1Press.Press the [ME

Edit / Output : <PROJECT (DELETE) >120This function will delete a project.5-16 Edit / Output : <PROJECT (DELETE) >1Press.Once deleted, yo

Edit / Output : <PROJECT (RENAME) >121You can change the name of the project.5-17 Edit / Output : <PROJECT (RENAME) >1Press.3Select <R

Automatically displays the lowest unused numberEdit / Output : <PROJECT (COPY) >122Copy the project and create a new project with a new number.5

Edit / Output : <PROJECT (BOUNCE) >123You can combine tracks created in MTR mode and mix them down to one mono or stereo track.5-19 Edit / Outp

Edit / Output : <PROJECT (BOUNCE) >124Select output le format: mono or stereo6Select <EXECUTE> and press.ExecutionYou cannot use this set

Edit / Output : <PROJECT (PROTECT) >125Using the PROTECT function on your project prohibits dividing of tracks and the change of files in that p

Utility : <DISPLAY BACK LIGHT>126You can set the lighting time of the LCD BACK LIGHT on the display.6-01 Utility : <DISPLAY BACK LIGHT>1P

Utility : <DISPLAY CONTRAST>127Adjust the display contrast.6-02 Utility : <DISPLAY CONTRAST>1Press.4Change the number and press.* You can

Utility : <BATTERY TYPE>128By setting your battery type, H4n can correctly display the remaining lifetime of the battery.6-03 Utility : <BAT

Easy recording guide [STEREO MODE]012ADJUST INPUT LEVELSTARTRECORDINGSTOP RECORDINGAdjust the input sound rec levelP.094〉〉〉〉In detail 4 5 6PLAYBACK7DE

1Press.You cannot use this setting during recording and playback.NOTE:2Select <SYSTEM> and press. 129After it starts, the version of H4n can be

Utility : <FACTORY RESET>130Returns all the settings back to the original default condition.6-05 Utility : <FACTORY RESET>• You cannot us

Utility : <REMAIN>131You can confirm the remaining capacity of the SD CARD.6-06 Utility : <REMAIN>1Press.3Select <REMAIN> and press

Utility : <FORMAT>132Formatting the SD card for the H4n.6-07 Utility : <FORMAT>1Press.• You cannot use this setting during recording and

3The downloaded system software is copied onto the root directory of the SD card of H4n.1Open Web site of ZOOM on PC and download the most recent syst

Utility: How to use H2 and H4 SD cards134When you use the SD cards for H2 and H4 in the H4n, you can move their files and projects to the H4n.6-09 Ut

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Reference136Reference

Main spec list by mode137STEREO MODE 4CH MTR STAMINARecording FormatSTEREO WAV: 44.1/48/96kHz 16/24bit STEREO MP3: 48, 56, 64,80,96,112,128,160,192,2

Available setting menu list by each mode138 �You can use this setting during recording and playback. "*" has the exception. �You cannot use

Name and function of each part0132-1 Name and function of each part90 / 120°Variable XYStereo microphones(Built-in)Backlight Equipped Display[REC] B

Effect types on MTR mode and the parameter139Effect types on MTR mode and the parameterFD CLEAN Clean sound of Fender TwinReverb ('65)VX CLEAN Cl

Effect types on MTR mode and the parameter140SVT Simulation of Ampeg SVT sound.BASSMAN Simulation of Fender Bassman 100 sound.HARTKE Simulation of Ha

Effect types on MTR mode and the parameter141Effect types on MTR mode and the parameter(1) POSITIONBefore,AfterSelects the insertion position of the E

Effect types on MTR mode and the parameter142(1) POSITIONBefore,AfterSelects the insertion position of the EFX module: "Before" the PREAMP m

Effect types on MTR mode and the parameter143Effect types on MTR mode and the parameterCRY This effect varies the sound like a talking modulator.(1) R

Effect types on MTR mode and the parameter144[Table]Parameters with a < > symbol can be selected in note units, using the metronome tempo as ref

H4n patch list145H4n patch listCategory No. Patch Name DescriptionPREAMPmoduleEFXmoduleGuitar00 Fender Clean Basic clean sound optimized for recording

H4n patch list146Category No. Patch Name DescriptionPREAMPmoduleEFXmoduleBass25 Hartke Tight sound modeled on the HARTKE HA3500. HARTKE OFF26 Bassma

Data typeMP3 Format<Recording>Bit rate 48, 56, 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 160, 192, 224, 256, 320 kbps, VBR Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz<Playback&g

When you think something may be wrong with your machine148When you think something may be wrong with your machineIf there are problems during operatio

Name and function of each part014[BOTTOM PANEL]DC5V AC ADAPTER jackOptional remote-control jack[LINE/PHONE] output jackUSB portPOWER switchHOLD switch

Index149[4CH MODE] Details uP37·39 Mode and top screen uP41 Mode selection uP37·38 Playback operation uP94 Recording operation uP53[A]AB rep

Index150[I]IMPORT/EFFECT uP89INPUT [MIC][1][2] buttons operations uP23INPUT/TUNER uP78[K][KARAOKE]　Preparation uP91　Recording uP93　Setting/TRACK MENU

[R]REC FORMAT uP51REC LEVEL AUTO uP70REC LEVEL operations uP24[REC] button operations uP21Recording (stereo/stamina mode) uP49Recording (4CH mode) uP5

152This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits

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Cubase LE 4 installation Connections and preparation Use Cubase LE 4 to record Cubase LE 4 installationWindows Vista / XPConnections and preparation

MacOS XCubase LE 4 installationWindows Vista / XPConnections and preparation Use Cubase LE 4 to record From the "Devices" menu of Cubase LE

Included Accessories0152-2 Included AccessoriesThe following accessories are included in the H4n package. Inspect the package contents to be sure al

Installation of the attachments and options016•How to use the windshieldRemote control (Option, sold separately)P.045〉〉〉〉Operation of remote controlMi

Battery/Power setting0173 Battery/Power settingPower for H4n recorder is supplied by the included AC adapter or batteries.• AC power operationAn AC

Battery/Power outlet setting018To measure the lifetime of the batteryThe remaining lifetime of the battery is measured more precisely by using the ba

Special features of H4n001Special features of H4n* Please read this manual carefully to ensure comprehensive knowledge and proper use of the H4n. Af

Power On and Off, How to use power and hold switch0194-1 Power On and Off, How to use power and hold switch[LEFT PANEL]POWER switchHOLD switchPOWER

4-1 Power On and Off, How to use power and hold switchPower On and Off, How to use power and hold switch020POWER OFF / SHUT DOWN1[Preparation]Turn o

How to use the [REC] and transport control buttons0214-2 How to use the [REC] and transport control buttonsButtons like [REC], [STOP], [PLAY/PAUSE]

How to use the track [1], [2], [3] and [4] buttons0224-3 How to use the track [1], [2], [3] and [4] buttonsThe buttons of TRACK [1] – [4] have diffe

How to use the input [MIC], [1] and [2] buttons0234-4 How to use the input [MIC], [1] and [2] buttonsThese buttons have different functions dependin

How to use REC LEVEL and VOLUME0244-5 How to use REC LEVEL and VOLUMEThese keys allow you to adjust the levels of recording input and output volume.

4-6 How to use [DIAL] and [MENU] buttonsHow to use [DIAL] and [MENU] buttons025The basic operation for [DIAL]Rotate the [DIAL], and the cursor on th

How to use [DIAL] and [MENU] buttons026The operation when [ ] cursor is on display (Date·Time Setting, Changing File Name Directory, etc)The operatio

2Push the SD card in to remove it from the slot.Insert a SD card0275-1 Insert a SD cardThe SD card is required to record. Make sure to turn off powe

Set date and time <DATE/TIME>0285-2 Set date and time <DATE/TIME>Each file will automatically record the date/time.To facilitate searchi

The H4n is ideal for the following scenarios002The H4n is ideal for the following scenariosPiano recitalsAny field sound recordingRecording the meetin

Setting up: How to connect external audio devices0296-1 Setting up: How to connect external audio devicesThe H4n offers versatile connectivity with

Setting up: Built-in microphones0306-2 Setting up: Built-in microphonesThese are special features of the H4n’s built-in microphones.LOCATION OF THE

Built-in microphonesSetting up: Built-in microphones /outside microphones with plug-in powerThe input jack for the external microphone is suitable for

Setting up: INPUT [1], [2] connections and phantom power source032Using INPUT [1] and INPUT [2] you can connect to a guitar, a bass, a keyboard, etc.6

The H4n can be used as a two-in/two-out USB interface at 44.1kHz or 48kHz.6-5 Setting up: USB connection, H4n used as an Audio Interface2Press on th

Setting up: USB connection, H4n used as an Audio Interface034Usage of AUDIO INTERFACE• You can record and playback signals directly to and from your D

Setting up: USB connection, H4n used as a SD card reader035When you use the H4n as a SD card reader, make the following settings.6-6 Setting up: USB

036H4n built-in speakerThis is a mono speaker for playback. Without connecting headphones to [LINE/PHONE] jack, you can easily playback the recorded

About H4n modes037• STEREO mode7-1 About H4n modesThere are four operational modes in H4n: STEREO/STAMINA, 4 CH (CHANNEL), MTR (MULTI TRACK) mode. Y

Selecting a <MODE>0387-2 Selecting a <MODE>Be sure to select the appropriate mode for your application.MODE indicator STAMINA modedispla

A table of contentsA table of contents003Special features of H4n ����������������������� 001The H4n is ideal for the following scenarios �����������

Details about modes0397-3 Details about modesInput and output levels as well as saving and formatting data are different in each mode.MTR modeSTAMIN

<MODE> screens: STEREO and STAMINA modes0408-1 <MODE> screens: STEREO and STAMINA modes• Explanation of the top screenRecording lapse an

0418-2 <MODE> screen: 4CH mode• Explanation of the top screenDisplays the recording and playback level corresponding to each input source.[MIC

<MODE> screen: <MTR> mode0428-3 <MODE> screen: MTR mode• Explanation of the top screenRecording lapse and playback lapse:Display:

<MODE> screen: MAIN MENU0438-4 <MODE> screen: MAIN MENUThe Menu icon list is displayed by [MENU] button.1Press.2Select items and press.4

<MODE> screen: MAIN MENU044<PLAY MODE><MIXER><TOOL><SYSTEM><PLAY MODE><SYSTEM><SD CARD><SYSTEM>&

Option: Remote control operation045When you use the optional remote controller, you can operate the H4n from a distance.9 Option: Remote control ope

OperationsOperations046

1Select INPUT and press.047Control settings for the targets, built-in microphones or external input jacks.1-01 Setting / Recording: Set input source

Setting / Recording: Set input source and recording level048TRACK 1 TRACK 2 TRACK 3 TRACK 4MONAURAL STEREO MONAURAL MONAURALSTEREO MONAURAL MONAURALMO

A table of contents0041-06-3 Setting / Recording: Recording <ALWAYS NEW> in MTR mode �� 0581-07 Setting / Recording: TRACK MENU in MTR mode

1[RECORDING STANDBY]press.Setting / Recording: Recording in STEREO and STAMINA mode049These are the steps to begin recording in STEREO or STAMINA mode

Setting / Recording: Recording on STEREO and STAMINA mode050In STEREO mode you can record in 19 different file for-mats using WAV and MP3. Recording f

Setting / Recording: Recording format <REC FORMAT>051Choose recording file settings <REC FORMAT> before recording.VARIETY OF WAV FILESForm

When recording, a file name is automatically assigned. To change that, take the following steps.Setting / Recording: File name <FILE NAME>0521-0

1[RECORDING STANDBY] press.Setting / Recording: Recording on 4CH mode053This is the method to record 4 channel stereo sounds coming from the built-in

Setting / Recording: Recording on 4CH mode054HINT:MarkWhile the recording format is WAV, if you press [REC] button during recording operation, the ma

Setting / Recording: Recording in MTR mode055Using multiple tracks, you can combine mono and stereo recordings.1-06-1 Setting / Recording: Recording

Setting / Recording: Recording in MTR mode056Only one recording track Two recording tracks1. Input source comes from either INPUT [1] or INPUT [2].INP

Setting / Recording: Recording <OVER WRITE> in MTR mode057You can select from two recording modes.Using the <OVERWRITE> mode, you can over

In ALWAYS NEW, a new file is made whenever it records.1-06-3 Setting / Recording: Recording <ALWAYS NEW> in MTR mode1Select the TRACK.The selec

A table of contents0055-09 Edit / Output : <FILE NORMALIZE> �������������� 1125-10 Edit / Output : <FILE STEREO ENCODE> ������������ 11

Setting / Recording: TRACK MENU in MTR mode059This is an exclusive menu available only in MTR mode to set a track. Link tracks together, create a ster

Setting / Recording: TRACK MENU in MTR mode060Select <KARAOKE> and press.Setting <KARAOKE>Set the value and press.HINT:Setting stereo link

2Select <FILE> and press.Setting / Recording: Re-recording, <PUNCH IN/OUT> automatic061This function, <PUNCH IN/OUT>, allows you to

Setting / Recording: Re-recording, <PUNCH IN/OUT> automatic062• You can set the position for <PUNCH IN / OUT> while stopped by using the c

2Select <FILE> and press.Setting / Recording: Re-recording, <PUNCH IN/OUT> manual063Using [OVERWRITE] recording operation in MTR mode, you

Setting / Recording: Re-recording, <PUNCH IN/OUT> manual6Performance (Not recording).8Performance (Recording).9Press [FINISH RECORDING].PLAY PLA

Recording function <AUTO REC>065The H4n can detect when the input level surpasses your predetermined level, and can automatically start recordin

Recording function <AUTO REC STOP>066When <AUTO REC> is on and recording, the H4n will automatically stop recording when the input level g

Recording function <PRE REC>067The <PRE REC> setting can be initialized by pressing the [REC] button, automatically adding the previous 2

Recording function <LO CUT>068The <LO CUT> filter setting allows you to eliminate wind or blowing noises.2-03 Recording function <LO C

Safety precautions for users006Safety precautions for usersSAFETY PRECAUTIONSIn this manual, the warning and caution symbols are used to highlight d

Recording function <COMP/LIMIT>069The <COMP / LIMIT> setting can compensate for volume differences. For each input source, low level input

Recording function <REC LEVEL AUTO>070This function automatically sets the level for recording. 2-05 Recording function <REC LEVEL AUTO>W

Recording function <MONITOR>071Turning on the MONITOR function allows you to monitor input signals at all times.2-06 Recording function <MON

Recording function <MONO MIX>072Engaging <MONO MIX> blends the left and right signals down to mono then records dual-mono to each left and

Recording function <MS STEREO MATRIX>073This function enables you to convert the stereo microphone signals when using a MID/SIDE recording confi

Recording function <MS STEREO MATRIX>074You cannot use this function together with <MONO MIX>.NOTE:<SIDE LEVEL>A bi-directional micr

Tuner <TUNER (CHROMATIC) >075The H4n features a tuner with multiple tuning modes.3-01-1 Tuner <TUNER (CHROMATIC) >Not available during re

Tuner, all other <TUNER>076Aside from CHROMATIC, there are other tuning modes such as GUITAR, BASS, OPEN A, OPEN D, OPEN E, OPEN G and DADGAD.3-

This function allows you to calibrate the tuner.3-01-3 Tuner <TUNER (CALIB) >• The initial setting is 440Hz.• You can make any setting per 1Hz

Tuner <TUNER (INPUT) >078In 4CH mode you can select the input source for the tuner.3-01-4 Tuner <TUNER (INPUT) >4Select <INPUT> and

Copyright warnings007Copyright warnings Recording of live performancesMany artists and most live venues do not allow recording and photography and wil

Metronome <METRONOME>079The metronome has other convenient functions such as click, pre-count, tempo, sound, etc.3-02 Metronome <METRONOME&g

Metronome <METRONOME>080<TEMPO>Set the metronome speed.AdjustSelectdefault: 120.0.<SOUND>Set the metronome tone.SelectSelectdefault:

All about EFFECT081Brief outline about how to use <EFFECT>, its flow, input and output3-03-1 All about EFFECT[Flow of the EFFECT]Change of the

All about EFFECT082About input and output of [EFFECT]You can use EFFECT in MTR mode for mono or stereo signals. The flow of signals will change corre

4Select No. : PATCH NAME and press.1Press.2Press <EFFECT> and press.3Press <ON> and press.Effect <EFFECT>0833-03-2 Effect <EFFEC

Effect <EDIT>, patch edit084You can create your own patch by combining effects and adjusting the parameter settings.3-03-3 Effect <EDIT>,

Effect <EDIT (PRE AMP) >, editing PRE AMP modules085You can edit the PATCH using PRE SET EFFECT.3-03-4 Effect <EDIT (PRE AMP) >, editing

Effect <EDIT (EFX) >, editing EFX modulesEdit the patch by selecting from various parameters that correspond closest to your desired effect.3-03

Effect <EDIT (LEVEL/RENAME) >Adjust the levels of the patch and change the name.3-03-6 Effect <EDIT (LEVEL/RENAME) >Select <LEVEL>

Effect <EDIT (STORE) >088Select not <STORE>.(not stored) Selecting “YES” will overwrite the current patch. To save without overwriting an

Getting started008Getting started

Effect <IMPORT>, taking in a patch from another PROJECT089You can apply the edited and saved EFFECT PATCH, used in other project to the current

3-03-8 Effect <IMPORT>, taking in a patch from another PROJECTEffect <IMPORT>, taking in a patch from another PROJECT090<EACH> impo

A sing-along machine <KARAOKE> preparation091Create spontaneous music files and convert them into KARAOKE form, then record vocals or additional

A sing-along machine <KARAOKE> preparation092Change the KEY of KARAOKE trackContinue to the next pageThe contents of KARAOKE TRACK are different

A sing-along machine <KARAOKE> recording0933-04-2 A sing-along machine <KARAOKE> recordingYou cannot use this function together with <

Playback : Playback files (stereo, 4ch and stamina modes)094Immediately after recording, you can playback the file by pressing the [PLAY/PAUSE] button

Playback : <PLAY MODE>095Aside from general playback, you can also select 1) one file only playback, 2) repeat playback of one file, and 3) all

Playback : Setting marks096While operating file playback you can create marks at desired spots. You can move easily to the spot during playback.4-03

Playback : <AB REPEAT>0974-04 Playback : <AB REPEAT>The <AB REPEAT> repeat setting allows you to playback two points on the file re

Playback : <AB REPEAT>098Caution:When you move around in the file using [FF] and [REW] buttons and whenever you press the button for less than 2