Tour the F8n
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Display
The F8n’s 2.4-inch full-color backlit display with monochromatic mode makes field work equally easy in low or direct lighting.
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Slate Switch
The F8n has a built-in slate mic for recording comments as well as the ability to output a variable frequency tone signal.
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Transport Controls
The control panel features stop, search forward and search backward keys as well as illuminated play/pause and record buttons.
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Input Controls
Each input features a built-in preamp with a dedicated gain control knob and a 6-segment LED level meter.
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USB Port
A USB port enables firmware updates, file transfer, and allows the F8n to be used as an 8-in/4-out USB audio interface operating at sample rates up to 24-bit / 96kHz.
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Inputs
The F8n provides 8 discrete inputs with locking Neutrik XLR/TRS combo connectors, allowing you to plug in any microphone, wireless pack, or line level device. Any input can also be used as a camera return.
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SD Card Slots
Record on two SD/SDHC/SDXC cards, up to 1 TB each, simultaneously, allowing you to instantly backup or split recordings.
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Headphone Jack
The unit’s 1/4″ headphone jack also comes with dedicated volume control.
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MAIN OUTPUTS
The F8n provides four outputs: two Main Outs (on balanced TA3 mini-XLR jacks) for connection to external mixers and processing devices; and two Sub Outs (on a single unbalanced 1/8″ stereo mini-jack) for connection to a camera. The F8n also provides a selectable +4 dBu output.
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DC POWER
The F8n can be powered by a 9-18V external DC power supply.
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Time Code In/Out
Timecode can be generated internally or transmitted from an external timecode generator.
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10-PIN MIC CONNECTOR
Our proprietary 10-pin connector enables the use of interchangeable Zoom mic capsules, with optional extension cables that allow for remote positioning
Features of the F8n
- 8-channel/10-track field audio recorder/mixer
- 8 discrete inputs with locking Neutrik XLR/TRS combo connectors
- Compact and lightweight aluminum chassis, weighing just
2 pounds (without batteries) - High quality mic preamps with up to 75 dB gain and less than -127 dBu EIN
- Switchable +4dB inputs with mic/line options for both XLR and TRS
- Advanced Look-Ahead Hybrid Limiters
- Zoom AutoMix™ software
- Support for up to 24-bit/192 kHz recording, and 44.1 kHz, plus 47.952 kHz/48.048 kHz for HD video compatibility;
16-/24-bit resolution - Accurate Time Code (0.2 ppm when on and up to 0.2 ppm when powered off) I/O on standard BNC connectors; dropframe/non-drop formats with Jam Sync
- Three different power supply options: 8x AA batteries, external DC battery pack with Hirose connector, or 12V AC adapter (AA’s and DC battery pack not included)
- Dedicated gain control knob, 6-segment LED level meter, and PFL/Solo switch for each channel
- High pass filter, phase invert, and Mid-Side decoder
- Input delay of up to 30 msec per channel / output delay of up to 10 frames per output
- Compatible with Zoom microphone capsules; optional extender cable enables remote positioning
- Dual mini-XLR (TA3) balanced Main Outs plus ⅛” stereo mini-jack Sub Out
- Dedicated headphone output (100 mW) with front panel volume control
- 2.4″ full-color backlit LCD with monochromatic mode
- Dedicated PFL display with viewable trim settings
- Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots, up to 1 TB each
- Records in BWF-compliant WAV or MP3 file formats
- Support for extensive metadata (BWF and iXML); input time, date, project, scene number, etc.
- Built-in slate mic/slate tone with front panel switch
- Use as an 8-in/4-out USB audio interface (@ 24-bit / 96 kHz)
- Free Zoom F8 Control App for iOS / Android allows wireless remote control, file renaming, and metadata entry
Specs
RECORDING MEDIA
| Dual SD card slots supports: | 16MB – 2GB SD cards, 4GB – 32GB SDHC cards and 64GB – 1TB SDXC cards |
INPUTS 1-8
| Connectors: | XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR: 2 hot, TRS: TIP hot) |
INPUT SOURCE SET TO MIC
| Input gain: | +10 – +75 dB |
| Input impedance: | 2 kΩ |
| Maximum input level: | +14 dBu (at 0 dBFS, limiter ON) |
| Phantom power: | +24/+48V 10mA maximum for each channel |
INPUT SOURCE SET TO LINE
| Input gain: | -10 – +55 dB |
| Input impedance: | 2.6 kΩ |
| Maximum input level: | +24 dBu (at 0 dBFS, limiter ON) |
INPUTS: ADDITIONAL INFO
| Equivalent input noise: | −127 dBu or less (A-weighted, +75dB input gain, 150Ω input) |
| Frequency characteristics: | 10 Hz – 80 kHz +0.5dB/−1dB (192kHz sampling rate) |
| A/D dynamic range: | 120 dB typ (−60dBFS input, A-weighted) |
| Crosstalk: | −90 dB or less (between adjacent channels, 1kHz) |
| MIC IN: | ZOOM mic capsule input (use disables Inputs 1/2) |
| SLATE MIC: | Built-in mic for voice memos can be assigned to tracks freely |
OUTPUTS : MAIN OUT 1/2
| Connectors: | TA-3 connectors, balanced output (2: hot) |
| Output impedance: | 150 Ω or less |
| Reference output level: | −10 dBV (normal output level), +4 dBu (Output Level: Line), 1 kHz, 600Ω load |
| Maximum output level: | +10 dBV (normal output level), +24 dBu (Output Level: Line), 1 kHz, 600Ω load |
OUTPUTS: SUB OUT 1/2
| Connector: | 3.5mm stereo mini unbalanced output jack |
| Output impedance: | 100 Ω or less |
| Reference output level: | −10 dBV (normal output level), −40 dBV (mic output level), 1 kHz, 10kΩ load |
| Maximum output level: | +10 dBV (normal output level), -20 dBV (mic output level), 1 kHz, 10kΩ load |
HEADPHONE
| Connector: | 1/4″ unbalanced stereo output jack |
| Output impedance: | 15 Ω or less |
| Maximum output level: | 100mW + 100mW (32Ω load) |
D/A
| D/A dynamic range: | 106 dB typ (−60dBFS input, A-weighted) |
RECORDING FORMATS: WHEN WAV SELECTED
| Supported formats: | 44.1/47.952/48/48.048/88.2/96/192kHz, 16/24-bit, mono/stereo//2-10ch poly, BWF and iXML |
| Maximum simultaneous recording tracks: | 10 (8 inputs + stereo mix) |
| 8 (at 192kHz sampling rate) |
RECORDING FORMATS: WHEN MP3 SELECTED
| Supported formats: | 128/192/320kbps, 44.1/48kHz, ID3v1 tags |
| Maximum simultaneous recording tracks: | 2 |
RECORDING TIME
| Using a 32GB card: | 30:51:00 (48 kHz/24-bit stereo WAV) |
| 7:42:00 (192 kHz/24-bit stereo WAV) |
TIME CODE
| Connector: | BNC |
| Modes: | Off, Int Free Run, Int Record Run, Int RTC Run, Ext, Ext Auto Rec (audio clock can be synchronized to timecode) |
| Frame rates: | 23.976ND, 24ND, 25ND, 29.97ND, 29.97D, 30ND, 30D |
| Precision: | ±0.2 ppm |
| Supported input levels: | 0.2 – 5.0 Vpp |
| Input impedance: | 4.6 kΩ |
| Output level: | 3.3 Vpp |
| Output impedance: | 50 Ω or less |
POWER SUPPLIES
| Batteries: | 8 AA |
| AC adapter: | AC adapter: AD-19 DC12V 2A (center plus) |
| External DC power supply: | HIROSE HR10A-7R-4S 4-pin connector |
| (1 pin: −, 4 pin: +), 9–18 V | |
| Power consumption: | 15 W |
CONTINUOUS RECORDING TIME WHEN RECORDING 2 CHANNELS AT 48KHZ/16-BIT TO SD1 WITH MAIN/SUB OUT OFF, TIME CODE OFF, LED/LCD BRIGHTNESS 5, 32Ω HEAD- PHONES, PHANTOM OFF
| Alkaline batteries: | 6 hours or more |
| NiMH (2450mAh): | 8.5 hours or more |
| Lithium batteries: | 12 hours or more |
CONTINUOUS RECORDING TIME WHEN RECORDING 8 CHANNELS AT 48KHZ/24-BIT TO SD1 WITH MAIN/SUB OUT OFF, TIME CODE OFF, LED/LCD BRIGHTNESS 5, 32Ω HEAD- PHONES, PHANTOM OFF
| Alkaline batteries: | 3.5 hours or more |
| NiMH (2450mAh): | 6 hours or more |
| Lithium batteries: | 8 hours or more |
CONTINUOUS RECORDING TIME WHEN RECORDING 8 CHANNELS AT 192KHZ/24-BIT TO SD1 WITH MAIN/SUB OUT ON, TIME CODE INT FREE RUN, LED/LCD BRIGHTNESS 60, 32Ω HEADPHONES, PHANTOM 48V
| Alkaline batteries: | 1 hour or more |
| NiMH (2450mAh): | 2 hours or more |
| Lithium batteries: | 3 hours or more |
DISPLAY
| 2.4″ full-color LCD: | 320×240 |
USB: MASS STORAGE OPERATION
| Class: | USB 2.0 High Speed |
USB: MULTI TRACK AUDIO INTERFACE OPERATION (DRIVER REQUIRED FOR WINDOWS, NOT REQUIRED FOR MAC)
| Class: | USB 2.0 High Speed |
| Specifications: | 44.1/48/88.2/96kHz sampling rate, 16/24-bit , 8 in/4 out |
USB : STEREO MIX AUDIO INTERFACE OPERATION (NO DRIVER REQUIRED)
| Class: | USB 2.0 Full Speed |
| Specifications: | 44.1/48kHz sampling rate, 16-bit , 2 in/2 out |
AUDIO INTERFACE WITH REC. (DRIVER REQUIRED FOR WINDOWS, NOT REQUIRED FOR MAC)
| Class: | USB 2.0 High Speed |
| Specifications: | 44.1/48 kHz sampling rate, 16/24-bit , 10 in/4 out |
| *Note: iOS device audio interface operation supported (stereo mode only) |
EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS
| Main unit: | 7.0 in. (W) × 5.5 in. (D) × 2.1 in. (H) 178.2 mm (W) × 140.3 mm (D) × 54.3 mm (H) |
| WEIGHT | |
| Main unit only: | 2.2 pounds (1000 g) |
