Q:	How long can I record with the H2?

A:	The maximum recording time depends on the capacity of the inserted SD card and the recording format. For details,please see here.

Q:	Is it possible to use an external input signal and the built-in mics together?

A:	No, this is not possible. It is also not possible to use an external mic together with the built-in mics.

Q:	Is it possible to record in MP3 format in 4-channel mode?

A:	No, this is not possible. The recording format for 4-channel mode is always WAV (max. 24 bit/48 kHz).

Q:	Is it possible to record in mono?

A:	Yes, by setting the MONO MIX function to ON. The stereo signals from the built-in mics or an external source will be mixed to mono, and the same signal is recorded to the left and right channel of the stereo file. It is not possible to record a single monaural file.

Q:	If the SD card becomes full during recording, will the audio data recorded up to that point be lost?

A:	No. The H2 will automatically terminate the recording at the point where the card has become full, but the audio data up to that point will be saved on the card.

Q:	Is it possible to perform long-term recording that exceeds the maximum WAV file size (2 GB)?

A:

Yes. When the 2 GB (*1) file size is reached during recording, the H2 stores the file and then opens a new file for further recording. However, recording will be interrupted for several tens of seconds during this process (*2). *1 Normally, the maximum size for a WAV file is set to 2 GB. Files larger than 2 GB may not be recognized correctly by media player software or other audio software on a computer. *2 With the H4n model, uninterrupted recording on multiple files is possible. By joining the resulting files using waveform editing software on a computer, a seamless long-term recording can be created.

Q:	I used the built-in mics to record a band performance, but the recording is distorted, although I adjusted the recording level properly.

A:	The built-in mics may pick up physical vibrations such as very low frequencies as distortion. When setting up the H2, avoid locations that will be subject to strong vibrations such as near speakers or a drum set. It may also be advisable to place the unit on a soft cloth or similar, to reduce the influence of vibrations.

Q:	What is the maximum sound pressure level for the built-in microphone?

A:	The built-in microphone is rated for a maximum input sound pressure level of 120 dB.

Q:	When I play back the recorded result, the left/right positions are reversed.

A:	Starting from version 1.10, the system software includes a menu that allows changing the left/right allocation during recording. For example, when recording a live performance, this lets you choose between PLAYER POSITION and LISTENER POSITION. Go to the DOWNLOAD page, download the latest version of the system software, and perform the update procedure.

Q:	Does the unit have a REC Pause function to temporarily pause recording?

A:	No, the unit does not have a REC Pause function. * The H4n model offers a REC Pause function.

Q:	Does the USB interface of the H2 support USB 2.0 High Speed data transfer (max. 480 Mbps)?

A:	No. The USB 2.0 standard has three transfer speed modes (High Speed, Full Speed, Low Speed). The H2 supports only Full Speed (max. 12 Mbps).

Q:	I am trying to use the H2 as an SD card reader via a USB connection, but the computer does not recognize the H2.

A:

When you connect the H2 to the computer using a USB cable, the USB MODE SELECT screen appears, but the connection between H2 and computer is not yet in the online condition. Use the [REW]/[FF] keys to bring the cursor to "USB STORAGE" and then press the [REC] key. The H2 and the computer will then be in the online condition. For details, see the section "Using the H2 as an SD card reader" on pages 71 - 73 of the operation manual.

Q:	On a computer using Mac OS X v10.5 (Leopard), the USB card reader function does not work.

A:	This problem can be corrected by updating the system software to version 1.20 or later. Go to the DOWNLOAD page, download the latest version of the system software, and perform the update procedure. * To write the system update to an SD card, a commercially available SD card reader/writer is required.

Q:	I want to use the H2 via the USB connection as an audio interface for a computer, but the computer does not recognize the H2.

A:

When you connect the H2 to the computer using a USB cable, the USB MODE SELECT screen appears, but the connection between H2 and computer is not yet in the online condition. Use the [REW]/[FF] keys to bring the cursor to "AUDIO I/F" and then press the [REC] key. At the screen that appears next, bring the cursor to "CONNECT" and then press the [REC] key again. When the indication "USB AUDIO I/F" appears, the H2 and the computer are in the online condition. For details, see the section "Using the H2 as an audio interface" on pages 73 - 74 of the operation manual.

Q:	I have connected the H2 via USB to a computer running Windows XP, but it is not being recognized correctly as an audio interface.

A:

The driver software may not have been installed correctly. Perform the following steps to delete the driver software and then reinstall it. This may solve the problem. 1. Click the [Start] button, right-click on the [My Computer] icon and click [Properties]. 2. On the [System Properties] screen, click the [Hardware] tab and click the [Device Manager] button. 3. Expand the [Universal Serial Bus controllers] listing in the tree and look for an entry called [USB Composite Device] with a yellow exclamation mark next to it. 4. If there is such an entry, right-click on it and select [Uninstall]. 5.On the [Action] menu of Device Manager, click [Scan for hardware changes]. The H2 will be recognized automatically, and you can install the driver software again. If there is no entry with a yellow exclamation mark next to it, try restarting the computer and attempt the procedure again.

Q:	I can record using the USB audio interface function, but there is no sound from the speakers of the computer.

A:	When using the H2 as a USB audio interface, the computer sound is output via the H2. The speakers therefore should be connected not to the computer but to the output of the H2.

Q:	Does the unit support the 64-bit version of Windows Vista and Windows 7?

A:	Yes. The latest Audio Driver supports the 64-bit version of Windows Vista and Windows 7. This driver software is freely available from DOWNLOAD page.

Q:	Can I use SDHC type memory cards?

A:	Yes. For information on SD cards whose operation has been verified, please see here.

Q:	Which SD cards can be used with the H2?

A:	For information on SD cards whose operation has been verified, please see here.

Q:	Can I use nickel-hydride rechargeable (Ni-MH) batteries in the H2?

A:

Yes. However, please note that the H2 does not have a function for charging the batteries. You should therefore use a commercially available charger designed for the batteries you are using. Also, to ensure that remaining battery capacity is indicated correctly by the H2, set the "BATTERY TYPE" option in the menu to "Ni-NH". For details, see the section "Specifying the battery type" on page 83 of the operation manual.

Q:	Can I use a plug-in power type stereo condenser mic with the H2?

A:	Yes. 2.5 V DC plug-in power can be supplied to an external mic connected to the [EXT MIC IN] jack.

Q:	Can I use a monaural external mic?

A:	No. When such a mic is connected, the signal will be supplied only to the left channel.

Q:	A WAV file that I recorded with 24 bit resolution and 96 kHz sampling does not play on my computer.

A:	Some media player versions and DAW software applications cannot play WAV files with high bit resolution and high sampling frequencies, such as 24 bit/96 kHz. Check the playback software for information about supported formats.

Q:	Does the unit incorporate audio editing functions?

A:	Yes. The H2 provides a divide function for splitting recorded files at a specified point, a normalizing function for volume matching, and a post encoding function for converting WAV files into MP3 files. However, please note that performing these functions on the H2 will usually be slower than when performed on a computer with high-speed processing capability.

Q:	I want to use the normalizing function, but there is no "NORMALIZE" command on the FILE menu screen.

A:	The normalizing function cannot be used for MP3 files. If the currently selected file is an MP3 file, there will be no "NORMALIZE" command on the FILE menu screen.

Q:	Does the H2 have a time stamp function for recorded files?

A:	Yes. The H2 incorporates a clock that allows recording the date and time when a file was created. However, you need to make sure that the clock is set correctly, as described in "Setting the date and time" on page 78 of the operation manual. Note that the clock will be reset if you remove the batteries from the H2 for longer than 1 - 2 minutes while no AC adapter is connected.

Q:	Does the H2 have a key locking function to prevent operation errors during recording?

A:	Yes. For information on this function, see "Making settings for the key hold function" on page 84 of the operation manual.

Q:	Does the unit have a built-in speaker?

A:	No. To monitor the sound, you should use headphones or external speakers.

Q:	Does the unit come with the DAW software Cubase LE/LE 4?

A:	No, DAW software is not bundled with the unit.

Q:	I cannot perform fast-forward or fast-reverse with sound on MP3 files.

A:	Because the compressed data of MP3 files have to be decoded for playback, smooth fast-forward or fast-reverse while reproducing the sound such as on a tape recorder is usually not possible. We recommend to stop playback and then perform the fast-forward or fast-reverse action.

Q:	Can I add a mark to a WAV file after the recording is completed?

A:	No, this is not possible. The steps for adding a mark must be performed during recording. * With the H4n model, adding a mark to a WAV file after recording is completed is possible.

Q:	Can I locate a mark point using the unit?

A:	No, this is not possible. The mark information set with the unit can only be utilized by using separately available DAW software that supports importing BWF information. * With the H4n model, locating a mark point using the unit is possible.