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F2/F2-BT

You must read the Usage and Safety Precautions before use.

Operation Manual

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Field Recorder

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F2/F2-BT Field Recorder Operation Manual You must read the Usage and Safety Precautions before use. The Operation Manual can be downloaded from the ZOOM website (www.zoom.jp/docs/f2_f2-bt). This page has files in PDF and ePub formats. The PDF file format is suitable for printing on paper and reading on a computer. The ePub format can be read with electronic document readers and is designed for reading on smartphones and tablets.
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Contents F2/F2-BT features……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3 Use examples…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3 Functions of parts…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4 Preparing for use……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5 Turning the power on……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6 Connecting the lavalier mic……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6 Recording…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7 Playing
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F2/F2-BT features With a dual A/D converter circuit and support for 32-bit float WAV files, recording with the highest audio quality is possible. ■ Dual A/D converter circuit The input circuit has two A/D converters with different input gains. Recording with high audio quality is possible without adjusting the gain whether the input sound is loud or quiet. ■ 32-bit float WAV files Recording with 32-bit float WAV file formats allows audio quality to be retained when editing.
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Functions of parts ■ Front ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ① BATT LED The color of the light changes according to the remaining battery charge. ② INPUT LED This lights according to the input level through the INPUT jack. ③ OUTPUT VOLUME −/+ buttons Use these to adjust the output volume. Raising the volume too much could cause the monitored sound to become distorted, but the recorded data will not be distorted. ④ REC/PLAY LED This lights during recording and playback.
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■ Top ① DC 5V (USB Type-C) connector •A ‌ dedicated AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17) can also be connected here to use AC power. • ‌ This can also be connected to a computer for use. Files can be moved, and F2/F2-BT settings can be made using the F2 Editor app. ① ② ② OUTPUT jack Connect headphones, for example, here. ③ ③ INPUT jack Connect a lavalier mic here. Preparing for use In order to use an F2/F2-BT, an application must be installed on a computer and initial settings for it must be made.
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■ Insert a microSD card After turning the power off, open the microSD card slot cover and insert a card. To remove a microSD card, push it further into the slot and then pull it out. microSD card NOTE • Always make certain that the power is off when inserting or removing a microSD card. Inserting or removing a card while the power is on could result in data loss. • When inserting a microSD card, be sure to insert the correct end with the top side up as shown.
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HINT • Mics without screw locks can also be connected. • The INPUT LED lights green according to the input level. If the input level is too high, it will blink red. NOTE • The INPUT jack always supplies plug-in power (2.5 V). • Check the power specifications before using a mic made by a different company. • Do not connect a device that does not support plug-in power. Recording 1. Press . 2. Press again to stop recording. REC button NOTE During recording, the REC/PLAY LED lights red.
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Transferring files to computers 1. Turn the F2/F2-BT power on. 2. Use a USB cable to connect the F2/F2-BT and the computer. USB Type-C port 3. Use the computer to transfer the necessary files. 4. When you want to disconnect, use the computer to end the USB connection with the F2/F2-BT. ■ F2/F2-BT folder and file structure When recording with an F2/F2-BT, folders and files are created on microSD cards in the following manner. Root 200101_001.WAV 200101_010.WAV 200101_024.WAV F2SETTING.
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Using a computer to change settings 1. Install F2 Editor on the computer. This can be downloaded from the ZOOM website (zoomcorp.com). 2. Turn the F2/F2-BT power on. 3. Use a USB cable to connect the F2/F2-BT and the computer. USB Type-C port 4. Launch F2 Editor, and change the F2/F2-BT settings. NOTE Connection with a computer is not possible during recording or playback. Connecting to a smartphone/tablet and using F2 Control for remote control (F2-BT only) 1.
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List of F2 Editor/F2 Control functions Function Explanation Record/play/stop Control record, play, stop and other operations Remaining battery charge display Check remaining battery charge Recording/playback file name display Check name of file being recorded/played Elapsed recording time display Check elapsed recording time Recordable time display Check remaining recordable time Level meter display Check input level (level meter) Error message display Check error content Lo Cut Set low-cut
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Troubleshooting ■ Recording and playback Recording is not possible Confirm that the REC/PLAY LED is lit red. Confirm that the microSD card has open space. If the HOLD function is on, button operations will be disabled. Disable the HOLD function. Recorded sound cannot be heard or is very quiet Confirm that the REC/PLAY LED is lit green during playback. There is no sound or output is very quiet Confirm that the REC/PLAY LED is lit green during playback.
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