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Zoom H1essential Quick Start Manual

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Software and documents related to this product can be found at the following
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You must read the Usage and Safety Precautions before use.
© 2024 ZOOM CORPORATION
Copying or reprinting this manual in part or in whole without permission is prohibited.
You might need this manual in the future. Always keep it in a place where you can access it easily.
The contents of this manual and the specifications of the product could be changed without notice.
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  • Page 1 You must read the Usage and Safety Precautions before use. © 2024 ZOOM CORPORATION Copying or reprinting this manual in part or in whole without permission is prohibited. You might need this manual in the future. Always keep it in a place where you can access it easily.

  • Page 2: Inserting Microsd Cards

    4 GB – 32 GB microSDXC: 64 GB – 1 TB We recommend using microSD cards that have been confirmed to operate with this product. See the ZOOM website (zoomcorp.com) for information about microSD cards that have been confirmed to work with this unit.
  • Page 3 Making settings when first turned on Accessibility setting A function that can enable audio guidance and beep sounds is included to assist use by people with vision impairments. to select a setting to confirm. Language setting Date format setting to select the language The year, month and day will be used in the to confirm.

  • Page 4: Battery Type Setting

    Date and time settings Select a setting item, and press Change the value, and press to confirm. to confirm. After setting all the items, select “OK” and press to complete setting the date and time. Battery type setting Set the type of battery used correctly so that the amount of remaining battery charge can be shown accurately.
  • Page 5 We recommend running SD card tests on microSD cards after purchasing them new or using them with a different device. After setting is complete, the Home Screen will open. ■ Home Screen overview Counter (available recording time) Remaining battery charge Status icon Waveform display...

  • Page 6: Preparing To Record

    Preparing to record ■ Connecting headphones and adjusting the volume Headphones ■ Reducing noise from wind and vocal pops...
  • Page 7 ■ Tip to improve recording sound quality If the H1essential is placed directly on a table, reflected sound can interfere with recording and reduce clarity. We recommend using a tripod, for example, to distance it from the table. Placing a handkerchief, for example, can also be effective in reducing sound reflected from a table.
  • Page 8 Recording The indicator will light red and This ends recording. recording will start. Slide toward HOLD when recording to prevent misoperation. ■ Operations during recording This adds a marker for cueing during playback. This stops recording and moves the file to the trash. This starts and pauses recording.

  • Page 9: Playing Recordings

    Playing recordings ■ Operations during playback Normalization, exporting and A-B repeat playback, for exam- ple, are possible. Use these to move the file playback position backward/ forward. This moves the file to the Trash. This stops playback. This starts and pauses playback. This starts playback.
  • Page 10 Accessing online help (2D code) Select Help from the Menu menu to show a 2D code. Scan it with a smartphone to access detailed documents about the product. zoomcorp.com/help/h1essential...

  • Page 11: Functions Of Parts

    Functions of parts ■ Top ① Built-in XY mic This stereo mic has two crossing directional mics. This mic can record three-dimensional sound with natural depth and width. ② Display This shows various types of information. ③ Operation buttons When the Home Screen is open, use these to make file format and low cut settings, add markers to recording files and move files to the trash.
  • Page 12 ■ Left side ① PHONE/LINE OUT jack ③ POWER/HOLD switch This outputs sound to headphones or a Use this to turn the power on/off and to connected device. disable button operation. ② VOLUME dial Use this to adjust the volume output from the speaker and headphones.
  • Page 13 ■ Bottom ① Speaker Sound is output here during file playback. ② Tripod mounting threads Use these when connecting a tripod. ③ Battery cover Open this when installing and removing AAA batteries.

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    Recording from copyrighted sources, including CDs, records, tapes, live performances, video works and broadcasts, without per- mission of the copyright holder for any purpose other than personal use is prohibited by law. ZOOM CORPORATION will not assume any responsibility related to infringements of copyrights.

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