Zoom H5/UG/05 Inputs

• Connecting mics/other devices to Inputs 1/2

  • Besides the L/R inputs on the XY mic, the H5 has Input 1 and Input 2 on the bottom of the main unit. Use all of them together to record up to 4 tracks at once.
  • Inputs 1/2 accept mics, instruments and other devices.
  • L/R inputs and Inputs 1/2
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  • Connecting mics

    • Connect dynamic and condenser mics to the XLR jacks of Inputs 1/2.
    • Inputs 1/2 can supply phantom power at +12V, +24V or +48V to condenser mics. See Zoom H5/UG/13 Settings/03 Phantom Power.

  • Connecting instruments and other devices

    • Connect keyboards and mixers directly to the TRS jacks of Inputs 1/2.
    • Passive guitars and basses cannot be plugged in directly. Connect them through a mixer or an effects device.
    • When connecting a mixer or other device with a standard output level of +4 dB, turn the PAD function on. See Zoom H5/UG/13 Settings/05 PAD.

  • Connection examples

    • While filming

      • L/R input mic: the main subject.
      • Shotgun or lapel mics on Inputs 1/2: the performer.
      • Shotgun mic on Input 1 and lapel mic on Input 2
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    • Concert recording

      • L/R input mic: the performance on stage.
      • Inputs 1/2: the line outputs of the PA mixer.
      • PA mixer outputs on Inputs 1/2
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