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# Basic Recorder Kit

This page will take you through the basic operation of the Zoom H1n, a simple and easy audio recorder that provides excellent audio recording quality.

[<mark style="color:orange;">**H1n Manual**</mark>](https://www.zoom.co.jp/sites/default/files/products/downloads/pdfs/E_H1n_0.pdf)

The H1n can be used for voice over, recording interviews (just the interviewee), event recording, ambient recording, etc. It has two on-board mics allowing for true stereo recording. This reliable recording device is simple to operate, using common buttons like record, play, stop, etc. Please watch the following video:&#x20;

*<mark style="background-color:orange;">**note: this video was made by  originally for the IT Service Center, so please ignore those  references and focus on the operation of the equipment**</mark>*

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