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Zoom H6 Handy Recorder and Case

User Manual for Zoom H6 Handy Recorder and Case Kit

• Product category: Portable Digital Recorders Zoom
• Brand: Zoom
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Product description

• Zoom H6 Handy Recorder with Interchangeable Microphone System
  • Zoom H6 Demo
  • Zoom Mic Capsule Overview
  The H6 Handy from Zoom is a portable handheld recorder and USB audio interface that features an interchangeable microphone system. The recorder ships with both XY and mid-side microphone modules, foam windscreen, four AA batteries, USB cable, Cubase LE and a hard carrying case. Optional module attachments can be purchased for expanded functionality.The H6 Handy allows for versatile recording techniques, giving you several options right out of the box. The included XYH-6 XY microphone module is made up of two matched unidirectional condenser microphones and is intended for capturing accurate, phase-correct stereo audio. The module allows you to adjust the angle of the two mics to either 90 degrees, or for a wider stereo image, 120 degrees.For situations that call for audio that allows for width control over your stereo image after it has been recorded, the XY module can be switched out for the MSH-6 mid-side stereo microphone module. Contrary to the appearance of the capsule, the mid-side module actually contains two elements positioned on top of one another: a unidirectional mic which faces forward (mid), and a bi-directional mic set perpendicular to it (side). In addition to providing you the ability to adjust the width of your stereo audio after it has been recorded, MS recording also provides true mono compatibility, a factor that comes into play in situations such as television production.In addition, the H6 is equipped with four XLR/TRS combo inputs for connecting external mic/line sources such as microphones or mixers. All four inputs and each of the mic modules are equipped with their own preamps with dedicated gain knobs that are easily accessible whether you have the unit mounted to your camera, or strapped over your shoulder. Also, each of the four combo inputs has its own -20dB pad.The recorder allows you to record up to six channels at once and stores them to SDXC memory cards up to 128GB in size. It also features a backup-record option that tracks a duplicate of the left and right channels with -12db input gain. This means that if you find that you have tracked your main audio too loud and that distortion has occurred in your audio, you will have a backup stereo mix with 12 db more headroom as a fail-safe. The unit also doubles as a 6-in/2-out USB audio interface and it can be used with your computer running the included Cubase LE or other DAW software.

  Main Features

  • Large full-color angled LCD display that allows visibility whether mounted on a camera or strapped over shoulder
  • XYH-6 X/Y capsule also provides a secondary input for connecting an external mic or line level signal via stereo 1/8" mini jack
  • Optional wired controllers for remote transport controls
  • Optional hairy windscreen offers improved wind diffusion
  • Built-in speaker, located on the underside of the unit, for fast monophonic monitoring of the recorded signal without the need to make any connections
  • Interchangeable input capsules that can be swapped out as easily as the lens of a camera
  • Six-track simultaneous recording
  • Four mic/line inputs with XLR/TRS combo connectors
  • Physical gain control knobs and -20dB pads for each input
  • Phantom power for all main inputs: +12/+24/+48V
  • Records directly to SD, SDHC and SDXC cards up to 128GB
  • Up to 24-bit/96kHz audio in BWF-compliant WAV or a variety of MP3 formats
  • Auto-record, pre-record and backup-record functions
  • Multitrack to stereo internal mixdown
  • Independent monitor and playback mixes
  • Graphical VU meters
  • Voice memo and up to 99 marks per recording
  • Overdubbing, up to 99 takes
  • Built-in effects, including low-cut filtering, compression and limiting
  • Onboard MS decoding
  • Normalize, Divide and Trim editing
  • Chromatic tuner and metronome
  • Loop Playback with user-defined start and stop points
  • Variable playback speed, from 50% to 150%
  • Variable pitch per track without affecting playback speed
  • USB port for data exchange to and from computer
  • Multichannel and stereo USB audio interface for PC/Mac/iPad
  • Camera strap mounts
  • Mounts directly to DSLR or camcorder with optional HS-01 Hot Shoe Mount adapter
  • Accepts standard AA alkaline or NiMH rechargeable batteries
  • Over 20 hours of operation with 4 AA alkaline batteries
  UPC: 884354012175
• Porta Brace AR-ZH6 Case for Zoom H6 Digital Recorder
  • Zoom H6 Demo
  • Zoom Mic Capsule Overview
  The AR-ZH6 from Porta Brace is a durable carrying case for the Zoom H6, designed to protect your valuable recorder for use in the field. Constructed of 1000 denier Cordura nylon, this case is made to shield your H6 from rain and dust. It features clear vinyl windows that allow full view of all displays and touch fastener closures provide easy access to all controls and ports.
  • Can be worn on a belt or connected to an HB-15 shoulder strap (sold separately) to wear around your neck
  UPC: 877547020903

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• XY Microphone
• Mid-Side Microphone
• USB Cable
• 4 x AA Batteries
• Hard Case
• Cubase LE
• Foam Windscreen
• Limited 1-Year Warranty

• Porta Brace - AR-ZH6 Case for Zoom H6 Digital Recorder bzzyeauvvxvycufrvevaevszcrbutcwa

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Technical parameters

• Zoom H6 Handy Recorder with Interchangeable Microphone System

  Number of Tracks	WAV: 6 MP3: 2
  Max Sample Rate/Resolution	96 kHz / 24-Bit
  Microphone	Interchangeable Cardioid Condenser Stereo Pair, X/Y Configuration Interchangeable Cardioid Condenser Stereo Pair, Mid/Side Configuration
  Built-In Speaker	Yes, 400 mW Mono
  Display	Color LCD
  Memory Card Support	SD (16 MB to 2 GB) SDHC (4 to 32 GB) SDXC (64 to 128 GB)

  Audio File Formats	MP3, WAV
  Sample Rates	WAV: 44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz MP3: 44.1 kHz
  Bit Depth	16/24-Bit
  Bit Rates	48 to 320 kb/s
  Timecode	No

  Analog I/O	4 x Combo XLR / 1/4" TRS Input 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Line/Mic Input 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Line Output 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Headphone Output
  Phantom Power	+12 / 24 / 48 V (Selectable on Individual Inputs)
  Plug-In Power	Yes, 2.5 V On XYH-6 Mic/Line In
  Host Connection	1 x Mini-USB (USB 2.0)

  Gain Range	Up to 55.5 dB X/Y Mic Capsule: Up to 46.5 dB Mid-Side Mic Capsule: Up to 42.5 dB
  Max Input Level	Inputs: +22 dBu (Pad On)
  Headphone Output Power	20 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms
  Impedance	Inputs: 6.8 kOhms Mic/Line Inputs: 2 kOhms
  EIN	≤-120 dBu
  Microphone Sensitivity	-41 dB/Pa (X/Y) -37 dB/Pa (Mid/Side-Unidirectional) -39 dB/Pa (Mid/Side-Bidirectional)
  Microphone Max SPL	136 dB SPL (X/Y) 120 dB SPL (Shotgun-Unidirectional) 122 dB SPL (Shotgun-Bidirectional)

  Power Options	Batteries, USB Bus Power, AC/DC Power Adapter
  Battery Type	4 x AA
  Approximate Battery Life	20 Hours (Alkaline)
  AC/DC Power Adapter	5 VDC at 1 A (Not Included) Zoom AD-17

  Dimensions	3.0 x 6.0 x 1.9" / 77.8 x 152.8 x 47.8 mm (Recorder) 3.1 x 2.4 x 1.8" / 78.9 x 60.2 x 45.2 mm (X/Y Mic) 2.3 x 2.6 x 1.6" / 58.0 x 67.6 x 42.1 mm (Shotgun Mic)
  Weight	9.9 oz / 280.0 g (Recorder) 4.6 oz / 130.0 g (X/Y Mic) 3.0 oz / 85.0 g (Shotgun Mic)

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	10.7 x 8.25 x 3.4"

• Porta Brace AR-ZH6 Case for Zoom H6 Digital Recorder

  Material	1000 denier Cordura nylon
  Exterior Dimensions	8.5 x 1.5 x 6.5" (21.6 x 3.8 x 16.5 cm)
  Weight	0.20 lb (90 g)

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	8.0 x 6.0 x 2.5"

Hands-on Learning with the

Zoom H6 00:32:36

1. Introduction 4:47
2. Getting Started 4:03
3. Basic Recording 2:43
4. Phantom Power 0:54
5. Playback & Other Recording Options 7:03
6. Mixing & Editing 4:31
7. Connecting to a Computer 2:00
8. Mid Side Mic 1:33
9. Filters & Other Features 3:06
10. Power Functions 1:55

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