Zoom H3-VR Handy Recorder
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RECORDERS CAPTURE AUDIO H3-VR CAPTURES REALITY
Whether you’re a game developer, filmmaker or musician, virtual reality is the undeniable future of content creation. While 360-video is exploding in popularity, the ability to easily create 360-audio has lagged behind until now.
ONE-STOP VR AUDIO
The Zoom H3-VR virtual reality audio recorder is the complete solution for capturing and processing spatial audio for VR, AR and mixed-reality content. With a built-in Ambisonic mic, recorder and decoder, the H3-VR puts 360-audio in the palm of your hand.
A NEW WAY TO GO FROM A TO B
In the past, capturing VR audio required a dedicated Ambisonic mic, a separate recorder and a computer for encoding the audio from raw Ambisonics A format to VR-ready Ambisonics B format. Now, with the H3-VR, all of the encoding and decoding is done on board, saving time, money and effort at every step.
| RECORDING MEDIA: | Cards compatible with microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC specifications |
| (Class 4 or higher) | |
| RECORDING FORMATS: | Ambisonics A, Ambisonics B (FuMa/AmbiX) |
| WAV 4ch poly (supports BWF and iXML): 44.1 kHz/16-bit, 44.1 kHz/24-bit, 48 kHz/16-bit, 48 kHz/24-bit, 96 kHz/16-bit, 96 kHz/24-bit | |
| Stereo | |
| WAV stereo (supports BWF and iXML): 44.1 kHz/16-bit, 44.1 kHz/24-bit, 48kHz/16-bit, 48 kHz/24-bit, 96 kHz/16-bit, 96 kHz/24-bit | |
| Binaural | |
| WAV stereo (supports BWF and iXML): 44.1 kHz/16-bit, 44.1 kHz/24-bit, 48kHz/16-bit, 48 kHz/24-bit | |
| DISPLAY: | 1.25" monochrome LCD (96×64) |
| MOTION SENSOR: | 6 axes (3-axis gyro, 3-axis acceleration) |
| BUILT-IN AMBISONIC MIC: | 4 matched unidirectional condenser mics |
| Maximum sound pressure input: 120 dB SPL | |
| Mic gain: +18 – +48 dB | |
| LINE OUT: | Connector: 3.5 mm stereo mini |
| Maximum output level: −10 dBu (1 kHz, 10 kΩ load) | |
| PHONE OUT: | Connector: 3.5 mm stereo mini |
| Maximum output level: 20 mW + 20 mW (into 32Ω load) | |
| USB: | Connector: microUSB |
| Mass storage operation | |
| USB 2.0 High Speed | |
| Audio interface operation | |
| 2 in/2 out (stereo/binaural input), USB 2.0 Full Speed | |
| 44.1 kHz/16-bit, 48 kHz/16-bit | |
| 4 in/2 out ( Ambisonics A/FuMa/AmbiX input), USB 2.0 High Speed | |
| 44.1 kHz/24-bit, 48 kHz/24-bit | |
| POWER: | 2 AA batteries (alkaline, rechargeable NiMH or lithium) |
| AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5V/1A (supports USB bus power) | |
| ESTIMATED CONTINUOUS RECORDING TIME USING BATTERIES: | 48 kHz/24-bit, FuMa Rec Mode |
| Alkaline batteries: about 11.5 hours | |
| NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): about 11.5 hours | |
| Lithium batteries: about 24 hours | |
| • The above values are approximate. | |
| • Continuous battery operation times were determined using in-house testing methods. They will vary greatly according to use conditions. | |
| EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS: | 76 mm (W) × 78 mm (D) × 123 mm (H) |
| WEIGHT (MAIN UNIT ONLY): | 120 g |
FEATURES OF THE H3-VR
- 4 built-in mics arranged in an Ambisonic array
- Full-sphere surround sound recording
- Single-knob gain control of all input levels
- Onboard Ambisonics A to B decoding
- Three recording modes: Ambisonics, Stereo Binaural or Standard Stereo
- Record up to 24bit/96kHz
- Stereo binaural monitoring of Ambisonics signal
- Headphone output and line output
- Slate tone
- Extensive metadata
- Auto Mic Position Detection using 6-axis gyroscope (upfront, endfire,
upside-down, endfire inverted) - Level Function to ensure precise angle placement
- Wireless iOS remote control available through the BTA-1 Bluetooth adapter
- Onboard Ambisonics playback with audio rotation
- USB 2.0 Audio Interface Mode
- Zoom PC/Mac post-production software to play, change a direction, and convert
to binaural, stereo,and 5.1ch surround file - Powered by 2 AA batteries or USB bus power
- Records to microSDXC card up to 1TB
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OUTPUT VOLUME CONTROLS
The H3-VR’s line out volume control lets you adjust the output volume to a DSLR camera, additional headphone, etc.
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HEADPHONE JACK
A dedicated headphone jack allows for stereo binaural monitoring of your audio while recording.
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DYNAMIC DISPLAY
A directionally-responsive LCD screen provides a bright, clear display even when upside-down.
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TRANSPORT CONTROLS
The Home, Play/Pause, Forward, Reverse and Menu buttons are positioned for quick access.
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POWER/HOLD BUTTON
Lock your settings on the H3-VR while recording using the unit’s Hold function.
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PRECISE INTERNAL CLOCK
The H3-VR’s highly accurate internal clock reduces audio/visual drift.
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SLATE TONE/SOUND MARKER
Using the slate tone enables you to easily calibrate the H3-VR and camera audio levels. Use the sound marker to output a tone when recording starts to make syncing audio and video easy.
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BUILT-IN LIMITER
The H3-VR’s advanced onboard limiter offers distortion-free signal at high volumes.
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LOW CUT FILTER
The H3-VR’s adjustable low cut filter removes unwanted low-end frequencies.
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INPUT VOLUME GAIN
With the single-knob gain control, you can easily adjust the gains of all four mic capsules simultaneously for accurate, balanced 360-degree audio.
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POWER OPTIONS
Two AA batteries can power the H3-VR for over 11 hours. For longer shoots, the H3-VR can also use portable USB batteries or be plugged in via an AC adapter.
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3.5MM LINE OUT
The H3-VR fits right in with your existing gear, featuring a dedicated line out for a wide range of 360 cameras or other external devices.
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LIGHTWEIGHT/PORTABLE DESIGN
Weighing less 5 ounces (120g), the H3-VR is the perfect Ambisonics recorder to take on the go. And since H3-VR records directly to an SD card, there’s no need for external gear.
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