Zoom H2N Portable Digital Recorder

Who Needs the H2N Handy Recorder from Zoom?

Everyone who craves brilliant stereo recording.

The H2N is an easy-to-use, ultra-portable portable digital recorder for variety of applications. From electronic news gathering (ENG), interviews and podcasting, to musical performances, songwriting sessions and rehearsals, the H2N provides amazing recording quality. And no matter what kind of recording you want to make, the H2N can effortlessly record it.

24bit/96kHz linear PCM and MP3 recording the H2N gives you amazing versatility with its wide variety of recording formats. Choose 24bit/96kHz linear PCM(WAV files)format for the highest audio quality that surpasses CDs. Or record in MP3 format in an almost any bit rate when long recording capability and smaller file sizes are your goals. Even 4-channel, 360° recordings can be made in 24bit/48kHz format. Capture the fine nuances of an acoustic instrument or the realistic ambience of a venue with the H2N's utterly transparent, high-resolution recording capability.

Support for plug-in power type external mics
The input jack for external stereo mics supports plug-in power, letting you select suitable equipment for any situation. A stereo line input for analog sources such as cassette tapes or LP records is also provided.

Four hours of continuous operation
The low-power circuitry in the H2N makes it possible to run the unit continuously for about 4 hours on two AA alkaline batteries. For longer sessions, simply plug in the supplied AC adapter(AD-0006). When using the unit as an SD card reader or USB mic, it will operate on USB
bus power.

Secure Your Digital Memories
The H2N records on Secure Digital(SD)media and a 512MB SD card is included. Compact and readily available, SD memory cards are immune to vibrations and produce no mechanical noise, unlike motor-driven media such as tape or discs. The H2N can accomodate up to a 8GB card(*), allowing up to 12 hours of total recording time using the 16bit/44.1kHz WAV format. At 128kbps MP3, you get an amazing 140 hours of stereo recording. And with the onboard USB port, you can to move your recordings to your computer and use recording software to edit the audio, create mixes, burn CDs or distribute your recordings by email or on your website. You can even move MP3 files to your H2N and use it as a music player.

Auto Gain Control and Low-Cut Filter
Capturing the moment with a pristine recording can be a challenge... but not with the H2N. Its sophisticated Auto Gain Control(AGC)function and Low-Cut Filter means the H2N can automatically record at the right level while eliminating unwanted low frequency noise. Or, you can manually control the gain levels with the Low/Mid/High selector and then fine-tune the levels with gain control buttons on the front panel. Get clear recordings with very low noise and no distortion.

Automatic recording function
You can also set the H2N to automatically start recording when audio is detected and stop when audio ceases. This allows you to capture all the important audio you want during a conference or lecture while minimizing the total recording time.

Pre-record feature means no surprises
Sometimes the audio you want to record begins suddenly. But with the H2N you'll never miss a beat. It can be set to continuously record
the most recent two seconds of audio in memory. Record with the confidence that you've captured every moment.

BWF compatible time stamping and track markers
The H2N supports BWF(Broadcast Wave Format)used by broadcasting studios and for other professional applications. Your files can be set with timestamp information and markers(cue points)during recording. This makes playback and editing much more efficient.

It's also a USB mic...
The H2N can also function as a USB microphone, letting you record directly to your computer. Using almost any recording software, you can create a podcast with ease. And its direct monitoring feature means that you can monitor with no latency during recording.

•W-XY mic patterns with 4 mic capsules and signal processing allows Front 90° cardioid, Rear 120° cardioid and 360° polar patterns
•Built-in USB 2.0 interface
•Records in WAV 96kHz/48kHz/44.1kHz at 16-bit or 24-bit, MP3 to 320kbps and Variable Bit Rate (VBR) data formats
•Time Stamp and Track Marker functions in Broadcast WAV Format (BWF)
•512MB SD memory card included
•Accommodates up to 4GB SD memory cards
•Auto Gain Control (AGC) for pristine recordings
•Auto Start function means you're always ready to record
•Low-cut filter eliminates wind noise
•On-board chromatic Guitar/Bass tuner

Simultaneous Recording Tracks  [Stereo mode] 2, [4ch mode] 4  
Simultaneous Playback Tracks  [Stereo mode] 2, [4ch mode] 4 
Locator  Hours/Minutes/Seconds 
File Editing functions  Time Stamp check, Rename, Delete, Size check, Divide, Normalize 
Other functions  MP3 post-encode, A-B repeat, Lo-cut filter, AGC/compressor/limiter, Marker 
Tuner  Chromatic, Guitar, Bass, Open A/D/E/G, DADGAD 
Metronome  5 Sounds (Beat 0/4-8/4, 6/8, Tempo 40.0-250.0BPM) 
A/D Conversion  24bit, 128 times over-sampling 
D/A Conversion  24bit, 128 times over-sampling 
Signal Processing  32bit 
Recording Media  SD memory card(16MB-2GB), SDHC memory card(4GB) 
Recording Format  [Stereo mode] WAV (Quantization: 16/24bit, Sampling frequency:44.1/48/96kHz), MP3 (Bitrates: 48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320kbps/VBR, Sampling frequency: 44.1kHz), [4ch mode] QAV (Quantization: 16/24bit, Sampling frequency: 44.1/48kHz) 
Playback Format  [Stereo mode] WAV (Quantization: 16/24bit, Sampling frequency: 44.1/48/96kHz), MP3(Bitrates: 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320kbps/VBR, Sampling frequency: 44.1/48kHz), [4ch mode] WAV (Quantization: 16/24bit, Sampling frequency: 44.1/48kHz) 
Display  128x64 pixel, back-lit LCD 
Inputs  [LINE IN] 1/8" stereo phone mini-jack (Input impedance: 10kÙ, Input level: -10dBm), [EXT MIC IN] 1/8" stereo phone mini-jack (Plug-in powered: 2.5V, Input impedance: 20kÙ, Input level: -20/-30/-40dBm), [Built-in stereo mic] W-XY stereo microphone (MIC GAIN: +1.5/+17/+27dB) 
Output  [PHONES/LINE OUT] 1/8" stereo phone mini-jack ([LINE] Output load impedance: 10kÙ or more, Rated output level: -10dBm / [PHONES] 15mW+15mW, into 32Ù load) 
USB Interface  Mini-B type (USB2.0 Full-Speed compatible), Mass Storage Class operation / Audio Interface operation(16bit, 44.1/48kHz)  
Power Requirements  AA size(LR6) battery x2, or Supplied AC adaptor AD-0006(DC9V/300mA/centre minus type) 
Battery Life (with alkaline batteries)  4 hours recording, 4.5 hours playback 
Dimensions  63.5(W)x110(D)x32(H)mm 
Weight (without batteries)  110g 
Supplied Accessories  SD memory card (512MB), Desktop stand, Mic clip adaptor, Wind screen, Earbuds, USB cable, Stereo Y cable, AC adaptor (AD-0006)