6–Recording

OMNI MICS

Set the INPUT switch to OMNI.

These mics are suitable for recording meetings and other situations where you want to record everything in a wide space.

Place the unit in a stable location where there is little vibration.

NOTE

If noise is caused by air-conditioning or a draft, for example, use the unit’s low-cut filter. (See “Using the low cut filter (LOW CUT)” on page 41.)

Recording with external mics (XLR)

Set the INPUT switch to XLR.

Connect an external XLR mic to the XLR MIC IN connector.

When only one mic is connected, it is possible to record the same signal on both left and right channels. (See “Setting mono input (TYPE)” on page 41.)

CAUTION

•Do not connect or disconnect mics when the 48V switch is ON.

•Connecting a dynamic mic or other mic that does not require phantom power when the +48V switch is on could damage it. Please refer to the manual for the mic for details.

•Since using phantom power reduces the amount of time the unit can operate on battery power, we recommend using an AC adapter (sold separately).

•Since some mics drain alkaline batteries extremely quickly, we recommend using the included BP-L2 lithium ion battery when operating on battery power. The amount of time that the unit can operate on battery power varies greatly according to the type of mic used. See the mic manual or documentation for additional information.

Recording an external device (LINE)

Set the INPUT switch to LINE.

Use a stereo miniplug cable to connect to the output of an external audio device.

Other audio equipment or external sound source

When using a condenser mic that requires phantom power, set the +48V switch to ON.

NOTE

The XLR connector pins are as follows. 1: Ground, 2: Hot, 3: Cold

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Set where to save the file

Set the folder where recorded files are saved. If no setting is made, new recording files are placed in the MUSIC folder. (See “Working with folders” on page 38.)