Zoom F2 User manual

F2/F2-BT

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Operation Manual

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Field Recorder

Introduction

Thank you very much for purchasing a ZOOM F2/F2-BT Field Recorder. With understanding

of the following features, we hope you will enjoy using it for a long time.

■ Light and compact

Since it is extremely compact, it can be hidden even in tight-fitting clothes and will not get

in the way even when filming with movement. Since the included lavalier mic can record to

it directly, there is no need to worry about interference as when using a wireless connection.

■ Gain adjustment unnecessary

Amazing dynamic range has been realized using a dual AD converter circuit and a 32-bit

float WAV file format, making gain adjustment before recording unnecessary. Whether

whispering or shouting, reliable recording is as easy as pressing the REC button.

■ High precision synchronization with video

With a ±0.5 ppm temperature-compensated crystal oscillator (TCXO), audio timing

discrepancies with simultaneously recorded video are almost imperceptible. By connecting

a Bluetooth timecode synchronization device, the F2-BT can be synchronized perfectly with

video that supports timecode.

■ Dedicated applications

Since achieving the compact size included eliminating the display, setting changes and file

management are handled by using the F2 Editor app on a computer connected by USB. The F2

Control smartphone/tablet app can also be used with the F2-BT, which supports Bluetooth, to

control recording, playback and other operations.

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 recordings ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7

Transferring files to computers …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8

Using a computer to change settings ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9

Connecting to a smartphone/tablet and using F2 Control for remote control (F2-BT only) ……… 9

List of F2 Editor/F2 Control functions …………………………………………………………………………………………………10

Troubleshooting………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………11

Specifications …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………12

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 󽗊oat WAV 󽗉les

Recording with 32-bit float WAV file formats allows audio quality to be retained when

editing.

• Wide dynamic range

• Recording level always

optimal

• High resolution even

for quiet sounds • Waveforms can be restored

to unclipped states

Use examples

Since input gain adjustment is unnecessary, recording can be started by pressing a single

button after putting the mic on.

Functions of parts

■ Front

① ② ④

⑤

⑥

⑨

⑦

⑧

③①BATT LED

The color of the light changes

according to the remaining battery

charge.

②INPUT 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.

⑤ Power switch

Use this to turn the power ON/OFF

and to disable button operation.

⑥ REC button

Use this to start/stop recording.

⑦ Play button

Use to play recorded files.

⑧ Stop button

Press to stop playback of recorded

files.

⑨ Battery compartment cover

Remove when installing or removing

batteries.

■ Back

⑪

⑩

⑩ Belt clip

⑪ microSD card slot

Insert a microSD card here.

■ Top

① ② ③

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.

② OUTPUT jack

Connect headphones, for example, here.

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. See page 9 for details about installing the application.

■ Turn the power on

After turning the power off, open the battery compartment cover

and install batteries. When the power is on, the remaining battery

charge can be checked with the BATT LED.

BATT LED Remaining

battery charge

Lit green Full

Empty

Lit orange

Blinking orange

Blinking red

HINT

An AD-17 AC adapter can also be used.

NOTE

• Use only one type of batteries (alkaline, NiMH or lithium) at a time.

• If the BATT LED does not light after the power is turned on, set the power to OFF and install

new batteries.

• After installing the batteries, set the battery type correctly. Use F2 Editor or F2 Control (F2-BT

only) to set this.

AAA batteries

■ 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.

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.

• Recording and playback are not possible when a microSD card is not loaded.

• Use F2 Editor to format microSD cards.

Turning the power on

1. Set to ON.

2. To turn the power off, set to OFF.

HINT

Setting to HOLD will disable button operations.

Connecting the lavalier mic

1. Attach the windscreen and the clip to the lavalier mic.

2. Connect the lavalier mic to the INPUT jack, and tighten the screw lock.

Windscreen

Mic clip

Pass the cable through the

slot in the lavalier mic clip

before use.

Lavalier mic

INPUT jack

microSD card

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.

NOTE

During recording, the REC/PLAY LED lights red.

Playing recordings

1. Connect headphones, for example, to the

OUTPUT jack.

2. Press .

3. Press to stop playback.

HINT

• Use to adjust the output volume.

• During playback, the REC/PLAY LED lights green.

REC button

Headphones

OUTPUT jack

Play buttonStop button

Transferring les 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 les.

4. When you want to disconnect, use the computer to end the USB connection with the

F2/F2-BT.

■ F2/F2-BT folder and 󽗉le 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.ZST (F2/F2-BT settings file)

F2 Settings

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. Install the F2 Control app from the App Store or Google Play on the smartphone/

tablet.

2. Turn the F2-BT power on.

3. Launch F2 Control on the smartphone/tablet.

When F2 Control launches, a Bluetooth device list will appear. Tap the device name/ID to connect

to the F2-BT.

The REC/PLAY LED will light orange on the F2-BT connected to F2 Control.

4. Use F2 Control to operate and set the F2-BT.

NOTE

Connection with F2 Control is not possible when connected to a computer.

List of F2 Editor/F2 Control functions

Function Explanation F2 Editor F2 Control

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 function

Output Volume Adjust output volume

Rec Format Select recording format

Rec File Name Set recording file name

User Defined Name Edit text used for file name

Rec File Note Edit note for recording file

Date/Time Set date and time added to recording files

Battery Type Select type of battery

Bluetooth Function Select function to use by Bluetooth

Forget Device End pairing with timecode synchronization device

Auto Power Off Set time until power turns off automatically

Factory Reset Reset to factory default settings

SD Card Format Format microSD card for use

Finder Check files on microSD card

Rename Change names of recorded files

Note Edit notes of recorded files

Version Check version

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