Chapter 1
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Zaxcom Nomad User’s Manual
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Chapter 1
– Introduction
Overview
Nomad is a new concept in location sound recording and mixing. It redefines the bag audio system standard. A
simplified user interface eliminates the need for hardware trim controls, and pan and PFL switches. Nomad
eliminates any possibility of clipping analog inputs and provides metering, monitoring and mixing capabilities far
beyond any other multi-track mixer/recorder. All of this in a package that is smaller, lighter and consumes up to
50% less power than the current best solution.
Depending on the model, Nomad can record up to twelve audio tracks and mix audio for a variety of applications.
While it was created for use in the film and television industries, its exceptional audio quality and feature set make it
a clear choice for any application that requires high resolution audio mixing and recording. Ten analog and eight
digital inputs can be mixed to twelve output busses, of which two pairs are for headphones. The unit is designed to
be the highest reliability recorder available. It records on solid-state media and consumes very little power. This
makes it the best choice for location sound recording.
In addition, features like ZaxNet timecode transmission, wireless IFB transmission, wireless microphone remote
control, visual slate display, MP3 recording and wireless file transfer make the Nomad a unique product that
redefines the standard for location sound recording.
User Manual Conventions
Throughout this manual, the following conventions are used:
button
– refers to an on-screen (VIRTUAL) object that represents a parameter that can be changed
and/or viewed.
CF card
– refers to any CompactFlash card that meets the tests outlined in
{
cycle
– is used when the selection rotates through several different possible selections.
cycle the power
– refers to turning power to the unit ‘OFF’, waiting a few seconds and then turning the power
‘ON’.
default setting
– refers to the value that is loaded into the associated parameter, in the event that the
Recall
Factory Defaults
button
{
} is pressed. The value is highlighted.
key
– refers to a PHYSICAL object on the unit for the Operator to change and/or view a
parameter or to navigate through the menu pages.
(A key)
+
(B key) – Simultaneously press the two keys.
(key press shortcut sequence)
– It is necessary to move through the menu pages to get to the page where
changes are to be made. The most efficient way to indicate this is through the sequence of
keys/buttons to be pressed. For example: (
MENU
knob
once
My Nomad
button
)
means to press the
MENU
knob
then press the
My Nomad
button
in the page that is
displayed.
{
p.##
}
– refers to the page number on which the item is described.
toggle
– is used when the selection switches between two possible selections.
NOTE:
A green
NOTE
is a helpful hint or bit of information.
IMPORTANT:
A blue
IMPORTANT
note indicates something more important than a green NOTE.
CAUTION:
A yellow
CAUTION
note indicates a situation that, if ignored, could cause a significant problem.
WARNING:
A red
WARNING
note indicates a situation that, if ignored, could cause damage to you, your
equipment and/or your reputation.
