FAQ
HD8/HD16
HD8/HD16
Recording
How long is the maximum continuous recording time?
Maximum 6 hours, not depending on recording tracks.
I want to record stereo source to any 2 tracks. However, recorded result is mono.
When you use specific effect algorism, for example Guitar/Bass or MIC as like mono input type, sound source was mixed to mono through effect section. Please BYPASS effect section, or use stereo input/stereo output type effect algorism, for example LINE or MASTERING.
Althogh I performed bounce recording, the bounced result is not available.
If "Current" is not selected as a recording target V-take, the bounce result will be recorded on the V-take of the recording track with the specified number. For details, please refer to "Selecting the recording destination V-take" (p.44 - p.45) of the operation manual.
Althogh I performed bounce recording, only the signal from the drum track or bass track is recorded.
If "Drum Track" or "Bass Track" is selected as recording source signal, the audio tracks 1- 16 are not mixed into the bounced result. This function is called "rhythm recording". To return the bounce function to normal condition, switch the recording source back to "Master", as described in "Selecting drum / bass track as recording source" (p.45 - p.46) of the operation manual.
I have used the bounce function to record material onto stereo track, but during playback only one channel is heard.
When the V-take number of the bounce target track and the V-take number for playback are different, only one track of the bounced material may be played back. To perform bounce recording in stereo, set the V-take of the bounce target to "Current" (currently selected V-take). If performing bounce with a setting other than "Current", make sure that the correct V-takes are selected for the stereo track in playback.
For information on selecting the V-take for the bounce target, see "Selecting the recording destination V-take" on page 44 to 45 of the operation manual. For information on switching the V-take for each track, see "Switching V-takes" on page 36 of the operation manual.
Rhythm Machine
Can I make original drum kits for drum machine on the HD8/HD16.
Yes, you can make your original drum kits. You can assign each drum sample, for example snare, hi-hat, toms and cymbal, and adjust each volume, panning and reverb send level. To expand your choices, it is also possible to import WAV/AIFF files on a CD-ROM or a computer as drum sample.
For details, please refer to "Using Kit Files" (p.112 - p.117) and "Using Kit Files" (p.121 - p.123) of the operation manual.
I'd like to use a simple click pattern as guide rhythm for recording.
Patterns 510 (METRO44) and 509 (METRO33) contain simple 4-beat and 3-beat click patterns. After creating a new project, hold down the SHIFT key and press pad 7 (PATTERN). Then press the cursor down key several times to quickly access these patterns.
I want to make new rhythm track for the song that was recorded by a tape recorder in the past.
It is possible. You can record drum sound to any track by playing drum pads in real time, while listening recorded song. Please refer to the item of "Rhythm recording" (p.45 - p.46) of the operation manual.
Phrase Loop
Is it possible to read loop sound through internal CD drive and use it for phrase loop function from loop corrections CDs?
It is possible to read and use WAV/AIFF data. Any specific data format, for example ACID data, should be read into WAV format. So any specific information is ignored. Audio loop corrections should be read as ripping data and then it should be imported as phrase loop. When a CD-R cannot be read depends on its format, please read it by computer and then transfer data to HD8/HD16 through USB interface.
Can the phrase loop function handle the data that was recorded by 32kHz sampling?
Yes. The HD8/HD16 can handle the data that was sampled by 32kHz. When the 32kHz sampling data is read through internal drive, sampling frequency is converted to 44.1kHz. Please note that reading time should be longer because of convert processing.
Can I use WAV/AIFF files on my computer for the phrase loop function?
Yes you can. Please copy WAV/AIFF files that you want to use into the "WAV_AIFF" folder on internal hard disk drive of the HD8/HD16. Please refer to the item of "Importing a WAV/AIFF file" (p.70) of the operation manual for details.
CD
The indication "No Data" appears on the display, when attempting to create an audio CD.
The only audio data of the "MASTER TRACK" is burned to a CD-R/RW disc. Before creating an audio CD, please complete the mix-down operation on the master track. For details about mix-down function, please refer to "Recording several tracks on a master track" (p.42 - p.43). of the operation manual.
How fast is the writing speed of the CD-R/RW drive?
CD-R/RW drive has quadruple writing speed. However, it takes half of recorded time approximately.
Is ripping possible from audio CD?
Ripping is possible. However, secondary use is prohibited except your personal use. Please pay attention not to infringe any copyrights.
My CD player do not playback CD-R/RW that was made by the HD8/HD16 internal CD-R/RW drive.
Most of player can playback CD-R/RW, but some of them cannot. If you playback CD-R/RW by the one that cannot playback it, some problems will be occurred, for example:
- Luck of sound while playback.
- Need long time to start playback.
- Do not start playback.
Please confirm to manufacturer of your CD player if it can playback CD-R/RW.
When I try ripping audio data from an audio CD, "Protect" warning is displayed and I cannot do ripping.
You cannot do ripping when the project was protected, for example demo song was protected originally. Please cancel "Protect" function by referring the item of "Protecting a project" (p.153) of operation manual.
I have written SMF or WAV/AIFF files to a CD-R using a CD-R drive in a computer, but the unit will not read them.
Files on a CD-R/RW disc that has not been finalized cannot be read. Be sure to perform the finalizing step using the CD writing software.
* When writing a CD in a computer, we recommend to use the disc-at-once method which automatically performs finalizing.
After writing audio data to a CD-R, the attempt to finalize the disc results in the error message "Not CD-R".
Have you written the audio data by album? Discs on which data were written by album are finalized automatically. The disc can already be played on a regular CD player and does not need to be finalized again.
MIDI
MIDI synchronization is not working with other equipment.
Please make sure that HD8/HD16 is set to MTC / MIDI clock "master" and set up the other device to operate as MTC / MIDI clock "slave". Also, we recommend you to turn off unused MIDI sync message to prevent the malfunction of the receiving device. For details about how to set up, please refer to "Making MIDI-related settings" (p.155 - p.157) of the operation manual.
Is it possible to record sequence data from MIDI IN to Rhythm Song of the HD8/HD16?
No, it's not possible. Real time recording is not possible at Rhythm song mode. If you want to import sequence data, please make SMF file as format 0, and import it by using USB interface or CD-R/RW drive. For details, please refer to "Using the SMF player" (p.158 - p.160) of the operation manual.
USB
The HD8/HD16 does not recognize the project folders, although the computer recognizes those folders of the HD8/HD16 in USB storage mode.
When you changed the name of folder - "PROJ xxx" ( where the "xxx" part is the project number as 000-999) - by computer operation, the HD8/HD16 cannot recognize it. Please correct back to original name of folders. Please never alter the names of folders or files other than project also.
Can I export audio data from the HD8/HD16 to a computer?
Yes, this is possible. Recorded data in the HD8/HD16 are stored as WAV files which can be easily copied to a computer connected via USB, using drag & drop. For details, see the section "File transfer to and from a computer" on pages 161 - 162 of the operation manual.
Other Topics
Is the unit compatible with other models of the MRS series?
The HD8/HD16 does not provide direct data compatibility with other models of the MRS series. However, because the HD8/HD16 can import WAV files, it is possible to import audio data from other MRS series models by converting these data into WAV format first.
* To convert audio data of a MRS series unit into WAV format, an MRS series USB board (UIB-01/02) and the conversion software "Audio File Manager" are required.
When I locate a marker point using the measure/beat/tick indication, the position is shifted by several ticks.
The marker point is stored in memory using the minute/second/millisecond information of the recorder section. Each time you perform a locate operation using the measure/beat/tick indication, the display value is calculated again, based on the tempo and beat information of the rhythm section. This calculation may lead to a slight error. To get the most accurate locate result, you should use the minute/second/millisecond indication.
When I turn power on to start the HD8/HD16, the indication "Sys File Error" appears and the unit freezes.
There is a problem with reading the system files. Use the ScanDisk function of the HD8/HD16 to check and repair the internal hard disk file structure. For details, see the section "Test/restore integrity of data on internal hard disk (ScanDisk)" on page 172 of the Operation Manual. If this does not clear up the problem, contact your ZOOM dealer for service.
When I turn power on to start the HD8/HD16, the indication "Ver.x.xx" appears and the unit freezes.
There is a problem with reading the system files. Use the ScanDisk function of the HD8/HD16 to check and repair the internal hard disk file structure. For details, see the section "Test/restore integrity of data on internal hard disk (ScanDisk)" on page 172 of the Operation Manual. If this does not clear up the problem, contact your ZOOM dealer for service.
When I turn power on to start the HD8/HD16, the indication "Int HDD Error" appears and the unit freezes.
The internal hard disk cannot be accessed properly. Use the ScanDisk function of the HD8/HD16 to check and repair the internal hard disk file structure. For details, see the section "Test/restore integrity of data on internal hard disk (ScanDisk)" on page 172 of the Operation Manual. If this does not clear up the problem, contact your ZOOM dealer for service.
Does a USB cable come with the unit?
No, a USB cable is not supplied. Please purchase a commercially available USB cable (AB type).
Cubase When trying to install Cubase LE, a serial number input screen comes up, but entering the serial number of my unit does not work, and the installation does not proceed.
The serial number on the unit starting with six numerals is the ZOOM serial number which is different from the Cubase LE serial number. The Cubase LE serial number can be found on the sleeve of Cubase LE CD-ROM. It is the 10-digit number called "Authorization Number".
HD16 Only
Punch in / out and bounce functions cannot be used.
Make sure that the "8TRACK RECORDING" key is out. In 8-track recording mode, the punch-in / out and bounce functions are not available.
Tracks 9/10 - 15/16 cannot be selected as recording target.
Make sure that the "8TRACK RECORDING" key is out. In 8-track recording mode, recording on tracks 9/10 - 15/16 is not possible.
Is it possible to use outboard effect processor for send / return purpose ?
Yes, it is. The pre-fader signal for each track can be sent to the stereo SUB-OUT jack. Please send a specified signal from the SUB-OUT jack to an outboard effect processor and return to any tracks of the HD16. For details, please refer to "Assining an input/track signal to the SUB-OUT jack" (p.82 - p.83) of the operation manual.
I want to jam along with accompaniments of the HD16 during a live performance. Is it possible to send guide clicks only to the drummer?
Yes, it is. Using the SUB-OUT jack, you can send the guide clicks for a drummer without sending the click sound to PA system of live stage. Please connect a head phone to the SUB-OUT jack for a drummer and set up the HD16 as below.
1. Assign the pre-fader signal of DRUM track to the SUB-OUT jack.
2. Select the pattern number 510 "METRO44" or pattern number 509 "METRO34" as simple guide rhythm.
3. Switch the Drum track status to mute condition.
I want to use the SUB-OUT jack as a spare headphone jack. However, the signal from the SUB-OUT jack is not available. ( Or, It sends a different mix from the Master output. )
Make sure that the "SUB OUT SEND" parameter of MASTER track is set to "On". If the parameter is set to "Off", the SUB-OUT jack doesn't carry the signal from Master output.
Is it possible to use tracks 9/10 - 15/16 as individual eight mono tracks?
No, it's not possible. Tracks 9/10 - 15/16 are four set of stereo tracks. One side of stereo tracks cannot be selected for recording / playback. Please use those tracks for recording stereo sources such as a synthesizer or bounce destination.
