Page 1 4-196-715-11(1) IC Recorder Getting Started Basic Operations Operating Instructions Other Recording Operations Other Playback Operations Editing Files About the Menu Function Utilizing Your Computer Additional Information Troubleshooting Index ICD-SX712...
Page 2 To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. WARNING Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like for a long time. RATED CURRENT CONSUMPTION: 800 mA Disposal of Old Electrical &...
Page 3: Notice For Users
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started Step 1: Checking the Contents of the Package ...9 Index to parts and controls ...10 Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) ...12 Maintaining the moderate volume level (AVLS) ...13 Step 2: Recharging the Batteries ...14 Recharging the batteries using a computer ...14 Recharging the batteries using a USB AC adaptor ...16...
Page 7 Recording from other equipment ...55 Operating during Recording ...59 Monitoring the recording ...59 Other Playback Operations Changing the Playback Settings ...60 Convenient playback methods ...60 Selecting a recording date from the calendar and playing back ...61 Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer –...
Page 8 Copying a music file from your computer to the IC recorder (drag and drop) ...114 Playing back music files copied from your computer using the IC recorder ... 114 Using the IC Recorder as USB Memory ... 116 Using the Supplied Sound Organizer Software ...117 What you can do using Sound Organizer ...117...
Page 9: Getting Started
Getting Started Step 1: Checking the Contents of the Package IC Recorder (1) Remove the film on the display window before you use the IC recorder. USB connecting cable (1) Wind screen* (1) Use this to cover the built-in microphones. Cradle* (1) Stand (1) Application software, Sound...
Page 10: Index To Parts And Controls
Index to parts and controls Front A Built-in microphones (stereo) B Operation indicator C Display window D SCENE button (folder) button STOP button REC (record)/PAUSE button H Control button ( backward), (cue/fast forward)) > (play)/ENT (enter) button* J T-MARK (Track mark) button K POWER/HOLD switch L MENU button M VOLUME –/+* button...
Page 11 W M2™/microSD memory card slot (USB) connector * These buttons and the jack have a tactile dot. Use it as a reference point for operations, or to identify each terminal.
Page 12: Preventing Unintentional Operations (Hold)
Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) You can disable all the buttons (HOLD) in order to prevent unintentional operations when you carry the IC recorder, etc. To put the IC recorder in the HOLD status Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in the direction of “HOLD.” “HOLD”...
Page 13: Maintaining The Moderate Volume Level (Avls)
Maintaining the moderate volume level (AVLS) The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function allows you to listen to the sound at a moderate volume level when using a pair of headphones (not supplied). The AVLS function limits the maximum volume to prevent auditory issues or distraction and also to maintain a moderate volume level.
Page 14: Step 2: Recharging The Batteries
Step 2: Recharging the Batteries Recharging the batteries using a computer Remove the film on the display window before you use the IC recorder. Connect the IC recorder to a running computer, and charge the batteries until the battery indicator indicates “ It takes about 4 hours to fully charge exhausted batteries.* Insert rechargeable batteries.
Page 15 When the batteries are fully charged, the battery indicator will indicate “ Disconnect the IC recorder from your computer. Follow the procedures below; otherwise, when the IC recorder contains data files, the files may be damaged or become unplayable. Make sure that the operation indicator of the IC recorder does not light.
Page 16: Recharging The Batteries Using A Usb Ac Adaptor
• When replacing the batteries, the clock continues moving for about 1 day after you remove the batteries. Recharging the batteries using a USB AC adaptor You can also charge the batteries by using an AC-U50AG USB AC adaptor, etc. (not supplied) (page 123).
Page 17: Step 3: Turning The Ic Recorder On
Step 3: Turning the IC Recorder On Turning the power on Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in the direction of “POWER” for more than 1 second. The IC recorder is turned on, and the “Accessing...” animation is displayed. Turning the power off Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in the direction of “POWER”...
Page 18: Step 4: Setting The Clock
Step 4: Setting the Clock MENU x STOP N /ENT v , V You need to set the clock to use the alarm function or record the date and time. When you insert batteries for the first time, or when you insert batteries after the IC recorder has been without batteries for more than 1 day, the “Set Date&Time”...
Page 19 Press on the control button, press on the control button to select (IC recorder setting) tab, and then press /ENT. Press on the control button to select “Date&Time,” and then press /ENT. Press on the control button to select “Auto” or “Manual,” and then press /ENT.
Page 20 To display the current date and time While the IC recorder is in the stop mode, press STOP to display the current date and time for about 3 seconds.
Page 21: Step 5: Setting The Language To Be Used In The Display Window
Step 5: Setting the Language to Be Used in the Display Window x STOP N /ENT v , V You can select the language to be used for messages, menus, folder names, file names, etc. from 6 languages. Select the (IC recorder setting) tab t “Language”...
Page 22: Basic Operations
Basic Operations Recording P Notes • Before making a recording, be sure to check the battery indicator (page 16). • Noise may be recorded if an object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubs or scratches the IC recorder during recording. Before you start recording, we recommend you make a trial recording first, or monitor the recording (page 59).
Page 23 Press to display the folder selection window. Press on the control button, press control button to select the press on the control button. > P Note Only the (Voice) tab will be displayed when you purchase the IC recorder. The (Podcast) tab will be displayed when you transfer files from your computer (page 114, 118).
Page 24 Press on the control button to select the folder in which you want to record files. When you purchase the IC recorder, there are 5 folders already available ( Press /ENT. Starting to record (Auto (AGC) recording) Turn the built-in microphones in the direction of the source to be recorded.
Page 25: To Stop Recording
Press REC/PAUSE in the stop mode. The operation indicator lights in red. You do not need to press and hold while recording. The new file will be automatically recorded after the last recorded file. To stop recording Press STOP. The operation indicator flashes in orange and the IC recorder stops at the beginning of the current recording file.
Page 26: Other Operations
Other operations pause recording* release pause and resume recording review the current recording instantly** review during recording** Press and hold . on the control button during recording or * 1 hour after you pause recording, recording pause is automatically released and the IC recorder enters the stop mode.
Page 27: Listening
Listening Starting playback Slide the POWER/HOLD switch towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status (page 12). Press Press on the control button, press control button to select the (Music) tab, or the on the control button. >...
Page 28 Press on the control button. > Press on the control button to select the file you want to play. Press /ENT. Playback will start soon, and the operation indicator will light in green. (When “LED” is set to “OFF” in the menu (page 101), the operation indicator does not light.) Press VOLUME –/+ to adjust the volume.
Page 29 To stop playback Press STOP. Other operations stop at the current position Press N /ENT. To resume playback from that point, press N /ENT (Playback Pause function) again. Press . on the control button once.* go back to the beginning of the current file Press .
Page 30 About the tab view The recordable area and the playback-only area of folders stored on the IC recorder are managed separately, and are displayed with tabs. When you choose a folder, you can move to one of those areas by switching a tab. Tabs (Voice): Recordable area.
Page 31 Display when playing back a file A File information Press on the control button to check the file information during playback. A file recorded using the IC recorder is displayed as follows. : Folder name: FOLDER01-FOLDER05 : File name: Date_file number (e.g. 100101_001) : Artist name (e.g.
Page 32 B Counter information You can select the display mode in the menu (page 100). Elapsed time: The elapsed playback time of one file Remaining time: The remaining playback time of one file Recording date: Date recorded Recording time: Time recorded C Remaining recording time Displays the remaining recording time in hours, minutes, and seconds.
Page 33: Erasing
Erasing P Note Once a recording has been erased, you cannot retrieve it. Selecting a file and erasing it Slide the POWER/HOLD switch towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status (page 12). Select the file you want to erase when the IC recorder is in the stop or playback mode.
Page 34 Press /ENT. The “Erasing...” animation appears in the display window and the selected file will be erased. When a file is erased, the remaining files will advance so that there will be no space between files. To cancel erasing Select “Cancel” in step 4 of “Selecting a file and erasing it,”...
Page 35: Other Recording Operations
Other Recording Operations Changing the Recording Settings Switching the directionality of the built-in microphones The built-in microphones are unidirectional. You can change the angle of the built-in microphones manually. Rotating both capsules of the built-in microphones in the same direction (0° position) You can record the sound directly in front of the built-in microphones.
Page 36: Selecting A Recording Scene For Each Situation
Selecting a recording scene for each situation SCENE x STOP N /ENT v , V According to various recording scene, you can change the items for recording, such as REC Mode (page 91), REC Level (page 92), etc., to the recommended settings in bulk.
Page 37 There are ways of making settings to record well other than using scene selection. Recording at a meeting • When you record a voice coming from a specific direction, set the angle of the built-in microphones to 0°. When you record voices from unspecified directions, set the angle of the built-in microphones to 120°...
Page 38 Recording music • Set the angle of the built-in microphones to 120° (page 35). • By attaching a tripod (not supplied) using the supplied stand, you can adjust the angles of the IC recorder and the built-in microphones more precisely. Approx.
Page 39 Press on the control button to select “Edit from Current Setting” or “Edit,” and then press /ENT. Press on the control button to select the menu item you want to change, and then press /ENT. Press on the control button to select a setting item, and then press ENT.
Page 40 Default settings For details on the menu items and settings, see pages 91 through 95. (Meeting) (Voice Notes) Mode 192kbps 128kbps Medium Level – – Level Value LCF(Low Cut) LIMITER – – SYNC Select MIC IN MIC IN Input LPCM Mode 44.1kHz/16bit Low(Music)
Page 41: Manual Recording
Manual recording Built-in microphones x STOP z REC/PAUSE N /ENT . , > When you set “REC Level” to “Manual ,” you can adjust the recording level manually, according to the sound source. If necessary, you can also utilize the “LIMITER”...
Page 42: Adding A Recording To A Previously Recorded File
You can check the recording level value with the peak meter of the display window. Adjust the level closer to –12 dB, into a range that is appropriate for your sound source. If “ ” is displayed, press control button to adjust the recording level down so that “...
Page 43 When “Add/Overwrite” in the menu is set to “Add,” you can add a recording to the file being played back. The added recording will be placed after the current file, and will be counted as a part of the file. During playback of file 3 File 3 File 4...
Page 44: Adding An Overwrite Recording During Playback
the IC recorder. Moreover, when you edit files using the supplied Sound Organizer software, adding a recording to the files may not be possible. • The REC Mode of an additional recording is the same as the added file. • If 10 minutes have passed after step 4, you must start the procedure again from step 4.
Page 45: Recording A Few Seconds In Advance - The Pre-Recording Function
Press on the control button to select “Overwrite,” and then press ENT. “Add/Overwrite” is set to “OFF” when you purchase the IC recorder. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. When the file to be added is played back, press REC/PAUSE at the position where you want to overwrite the file.
Page 46 seconds prior to the point when you press REC/PAUSE. This is useful for recording during interviews or when making an open-air recording so that you will not miss an opportunity to start recording. Sounds for 5 seconds are buffered in the memory. z REC/PAUSE Press to enter the recording...
Page 47: Starting To Record Automatically In Response To Sound - The Vor Function
• When the remaining recordable time is less than 10 seconds, the pre-recording function is disabled. Before starting to use the pre-recording function, erase unwanted files. • When 60 minutes have passed after the IC recorder entered the standby mode in step 5, the standby mode will be canceled and recording stops.
Page 48 To cancel the VOR function Set “VOR” to “OFF” in step 2. P Notes • The VOR function is affected by the sound around you. Set “REC Level” in the menu according to the recording conditions. If recording is not satisfactory after you have changed the “REC Level”...
Page 49: Recording On A Memory Card
The microSD/microSDHC cards that have been tested according to our standards are as follows. microSD/microSDHC cards Supplier 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB SONY Toshiba Panasonic SanDisk a : Operation tested –: Operation not tested As of September 2010 —...
Page 50 September 2010. For the latest information about the memory cards that have been tested, please access the support home page for the IC recorder: http://support.sony-europe.com/DNA In this manual, M2™ and microSD cards are generally referred to as a “memory card.”...
Page 51 • Close the cover of the memory card slot firmly. Also, do not insert any liquid, metal, flammable or any object other than a memory card into the slot. Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or malfunctions. To switch the IC recorder destination to the memory card (from the folder selection window)
Page 52: Recording Across Memory Media - Cross-Memory Recording
Press on the control button to select “Memory Card,” and then press /ENT. “Select Memory” is set to “Built-In Memory” when you purchase the IC recorder. If the memory card has already been formatted, proceed to step 5. When the memory card is not formatted, select the (IC recorder setting) tab t “Format”...
Page 53 Select the (Recording) tab t “Cross-Memory REC” in the menu, and then press /ENT. Press on the control button to select “ON,” and then press “Cross-Memory REC” is set to “OFF” when you purchase the IC recorder. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. To cancel cross-memory recording Set “Cross-Memory REC”...
Page 54: Recording Via Other Devices
“REC Level” setting on the IC recorder. When a plug in power type microphone is connected, power is automatically supplied to the microphone from the IC recorder. Recommended microphones You can use the Sony ECM-CS10 electret condenser microphone (not supplied).
Page 55: Recording From Other Equipment
To record sound from a telephone or a cell phone You can use the ECM-TL1 headphone-type electret condenser microphone (not supplied) to record sound from a telephone or a cell phone. Insert the earphone of the microphone into your ear, then, while holding the receiver to the ear with the earphone in it, connect the plug of the earphone to the (microphone) jack of the IC recorder.
Page 56 To record using the synchronized recording function The IC recorder pauses when no sound is detected for more than 2 seconds. The IC recorder starts recording again as a new file when sound is detected. (Recording) tab t Select the “SYNC REC”...
Page 57 The synchronized recording pauses when no sound is detected for more than 2 seconds, and “ ” begins to flash. The IC recorder starts recording again as a new file when sound is detected. P Notes • During synchronized recording, you cannot pause recording (page 26), record with the pre-recording function (page 45), record with the VOR function (page 47), record...
Page 58 “Select Input” is set to “MIC IN” when you purchase the IC recorder. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Press REC/PAUSE to start recording. The built-in microphones are automatically cut off and the sound from the connected equipment is recorded. Start playback on the piece of equipment connected to the IC recorder.
Page 59: Operating During Recording
Operating during Recording Monitoring the recording i (headphone) jack VOLUME –/+ If you connect a pair of headphones (not supplied) to the i (headphone) jack, you can monitor the recording. You can adjust the monitoring volume by pressing VOLUME –/+, but the recording level is fixed.
Page 60: Other Playback Operations
Other Playback Operations Changing the Playback Settings Convenient playback methods Listening with better sound quality • To listen with a pair of headphones: Connect a pair of headphones (not supplied) to the (headphone) jack. The built-in speaker will be automatically disconnected.
Page 61: Selecting A Recording Date From The Calendar And Playing Back
• If the last file is long and you wish to start playback at a later part of the file, press and hold > on the control button to go to the end of the file, and then press . on the control button while “FILE END”...
Page 62: Reducing Noise In The Playback Sound And Making The Human Voice Clearer - The Noise Cut Function
Press on the control button to select a file, and then press A confirmation message appears, and the file you selected will be played back. Press on the control button to select “Enter,” and then press The file will be played back. Press STOP to stop playback.
Page 63: Adjusting The Playback Sound By Amplifying Inaudible Sound - The Digital Voice Up Function
When you set the NOISE CUT switch to “ON,” ambient noise other than the human voice is reduced. A file is played back with clear sound quality because the noise of all frequency bands including a human voice is reduced. P Notes •...
Page 64 Select the (Playback) tab t “V-UP” in the menu when the IC recorder is in the stop or playback mode, and then press /ENT. The menu items will be different depending on the model you are using. Press on the control button to select “Maximum”...
Page 65: Adjusting The Playback Speed And Tones - The Dpc (Digital Pitch Control) Function, Key Control
Adjusting the playback speed and tones – the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) function, key control Rear Front . , > N /ENT v , V You can adjust the playback speed in a range from 0.25 times to 3.00 times. The file is played back in natural tones by means of a digital processing function.
Page 66: Selecting The Sound Effect
Press on the control button to adjust the playback tone. : Adjusts the sounds by a halftone higher each time this button is pressed (from #1 to #6). : Adjusts the sound by a halftone lower each time this button is pressed (from 21 to 26).
Page 67 Press on the control button to select effect you want for the playback, and then press /ENT. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Stresses middle ranges, ideal for vocals. Rock Emphasizes high and low ranges for a powerful sound. Jazz Emphasizes high ranges for lively sound.
Page 68: Selecting The Playback Mode
Press STOP to exit the menu mode. P Notes • When you are using the built-in speaker, this setting is invalid. • When the NOISE CUT switch is set to “ON,” the effect function does not work. Selecting the playback mode x STOP N /ENT...
Page 69 A file is played back. Files in one folder are played back continuously. All the files are played back continuously. One file is played back repeatedly. Files in one folder are played back repeatedly. ALL All the files are played back repeatedly.
Page 70: Playing Back A File At A Desired Time With An Alarm
Playing Back a File at a Desired Time with an Alarm x STOP N /ENT v , V You can sound an alarm and start playback of a selected file at a desired time. You can have a file played back on a specified date, once every week, or at the same time every day.
Page 71 “Step 4: Setting the Clock” on page 18. When you select a day of the week or “Daily”: Press on the control button to set the hour, and then press press on the control button to set the minute, and then press ENT.
Page 72 alarm indicator will disappear from the display window. When the set date and time comes At the set time, “ALARM” is displayed in the display window and the alarm and the selected file will be played back using the selected alarm pattern. When the playback ends, the IC recorder will stop automatically.
Page 73: Playback Via Other Devices
Playback via Other Devices Recording with other equipment i (headphone) jack Tape recorder, Mini disc recorder, etc. x STOP N /ENT You can record the sound of the IC recorder with other equipment. Before you start recording, we recommend you make a trial recording first. Connect the i (headphone) jack of the IC recorder to the external input terminal of other equipment using a...
Page 74: Editing Files
Editing Files Arranging Files in a Folder Moving a file to a different folder x STOP v , V N /ENT . , > Select the file you want to move. Select the (Edit) tab t “Move File” in the menu when the IC recorder is in the stop or playback mode, and then press /ENT.
Page 75: Copying A File To The Other Memory Media
To cancel moving the file Press STOP before step 4. P Notes • You cannot move podcast files. • You cannot move protected files (page 86). • You cannot move files to the other memory media. Copying a file to the other memory media Memory card slot x STOP...
Page 76: Erasing All Files In A Folder
Press on the control button to select the folder that you want to copy the file into, and then press The “Copying...” animation appears and the file is copied as the last file in the destination folder. A file will be copied with the identical file name.
Page 77 Select the (Edit) tab t “Erase All” in the menu, and then press “Erase All Files in the Folder?” will be displayed. Press on the control button to select “Execute,” and then press ENT. The “Erasing...” animation appears in the display window and all files in the selected folder will be erased.
Page 78: Using A Track Mark
Using a Track Mark Adding a track mark . , > N /ENT T-MARK You can add a track mark at a point at which you would like to divide a file later or locate during playback. You can add a maximum of 98 track marks to each file.
Page 79: Erasing A Track Mark
Erasing a track mark x STOP N /ENT v , V Stop at a position after the track mark you would like to erase. (Edit) tab t “Erase Track Select the Mark” in the menu, and then press ENT. “Erase Track Mark?” will be displayed. Press on the control button to select “Execute,”...
Page 80 Select a file from which you want to erase the track marks. (Edit) tab t “Erase All Select the Track Marks” in the menu, and then press /ENT. “Erase All Track Marks?” will be displayed. Press on the control button to select “Execute,”...
Page 81: Dividing A File
Dividing a File Dividing a file at the current position x STOP N /ENT v , V You can divide a file in the stop mode, so that the file is divided into two parts and a new file number is added to the newer part of the divided file.
Page 82: Dividing A File At All The Track Mark Positions
of approximately 6 seconds each, both before and after the current position. Press /ENT. “Divide?” will be displayed. Press on the control button to select “Execute,” and then press ENT. The “Dividing...” animation appears, and the divided files will be suffixed with a sequential number (“_1”...
Page 83 Select the (Edit) tab t “Divide All Track Marks” in the menu when the IC recorder is in the stop mode, and then press /ENT. “Divide All Track Marks?” will be displayed. Press on the control button to select “Execute,” and then press ENT.
Page 84: Changing A Folder Name
Changing a Folder Name x STOP N /ENT v , V You can change the folder name of folders that can be used to store files recorded using the IC recorder. You can choose a new folder name from the 16 templates.
Page 85 • When you choose “FOLDER” from the templates, a suffix made up of a sequential number (01 to 10) is added to each of the folder names. P Note You cannot change a folder name in a tab used for playback only, such as the or the (Podcast) tab.
Page 86: Protecting A File
Protecting a File x STOP N /ENT v , V To prevent a file from being accidentally erased or edited, you can protect an important file. A protected file is marked with the (protect) indicator and is regarded as a read-only file you cannot erase or edit.
Page 87: About The Menu Function
About the Menu Function Making Settings for the Menu MENU x STOP N /ENT v , V Press MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. Press on the control button, press on the control button to select the (Recording) tab, the tab, the (Edit) tab, the...
Page 88: Menu Settings
Menu Settings Tabs Menu items (Recording) Scene Edit REC Mode REC Level LCF(Low Cut) LIMITER Add/Overwrite PRE REC Cross-Memory REC SYNC REC Select Input (Playback) Noise Cut Level V-UP Effect Easy Search Play Mode Alarm AVLS Operation mode (a: the setting can be made / —: the setting cannot be made) Stop mode Playback mode —...
Page 89 Tabs Menu items (Edit) Protect Divide Current Position Move File File Copy Change Folder Name Erase Track Mark Erase All Track Marks Divide All Track Marks Erase All (Display) Calendar Display Backlight Select Memory (IC recorder setting) Language Date&Time Time Display Beep USB Charge Auto Power Off...
Page 90 Tabs Menu items Scene Edit (Recording) Settings (*: Initial setting) Edits the settings of the various recording menu items which are pre-set in the “Scene Select” menu. You can choose a scene item as follows: (Voice Notes), (Interview), (My Scene) Edit from Current Setting: Changes the settings that is pre-set in the menu.
Page 91 Tabs Menu items REC Mode (Recording) Settings (*: Initial setting) Sets the recording mode. LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit: LPCM (not compressed) in stereo high-quality recording mode MP3 320kbps*: MP3 (compressed) in stereo high-quality recording mode MP3 192kbps: MP3 (compressed) in stereo standard-quality recording mode MP3 128kbps: MP3 (compressed) in long play stereo recording...
Page 92 Tabs Menu items REC Level (Recording) LCF(Low Cut) Settings (*: Initial setting) Sets the microphone sensitivity. High To record a sound far away from the IC recorder or a low sound, such as recording in a spacious room. Medium To record a sound relatively-close to the IC recorder, such as recording in a meeting space.
Page 93 Tabs Menu items LIMITER (Recording) Add/Overwrite PRE REC Settings (*: Initial setting) Sets the input level automatically to prevent the sound distortion that occurs when a sound that is too loud is input. ON*: The LIMITER function is activated. OFF: The LIMITER function is canceled.
Page 94 Tabs Menu items Cross-Memory (Recording) SYNC REC Settings (*: Initial setting) When the memory media currently selected (page 51) becomes full during recording, the IC recorder automatically switches its destination to the other memory media and continues recording. The new recording is stored as another file.
Page 95 Tabs Menu items Select Input (Recording) Noise Cut Level (Playback) V-UP Settings (*: Initial setting) Selects the external input to be recorded that is connected to the m (microphone) jack. MIC IN*: Select when you record files using an external microphone.
Page 96 Tabs Menu items Effect (Playback) Easy Search Settings (*: Initial setting) Sets the effect you want for the playback in the menu. Pop: Stresses middle ranges, ideal for vocals. Rock: Emphasizes high and low ranges for a powerful sound. Jazz: Emphasizes high ranges for lively sound.
Page 97 Tabs Menu items Play Mode (Playback) Alarm Settings (*: Initial setting) Sets the playback mode. A file is played back. Files in one folder are played back continuously. ALL: All the files are played back continuously. One file is played back repeatedly. Files in one folder are played back repeatedly.
Page 98 Tabs Menu items AVLS (Playback) Protect (Edit) Settings (*: Initial setting) Sets the AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function. ON*: The AVLS function that maintains a moderate volume level is effective when listening with a pair of headphones. OFF: The AVLS function does not work and the sound is played back at the original volume.
Page 99 Tabs Menu items Divide Current (Edit) Position Move File File Copy Change Folder Name Erase Track Mark Erases the track mark just before the current position. Erase All Track Marks Settings (*: Initial setting) Divides a file into two. Execute: A file will be divided into two.
Page 100 Tabs Menu items Divide All Track (Edit) Marks Erase All Calendar (Display) Display Settings (*: Initial setting) Divides a file at all the track mark positions. Execute: The track mark division is executed. Cancel: The track mark division is not executed. Erases all files in the selected folder.
Page 101 Tabs Menu items (Display) Backlight Settings (*: Initial setting) Turns the operation indicator on or off during operation. ON*: During recording or playback, the operation indicator lights or flashes. OFF: The operation indicator does not light or flash, even during operation. P Note When the IC recorder is connected to a computer, the operation indicator lights or flashes even if “LED”...
Page 102 Tabs Menu items Select Memory (IC recorder setting) Language Date&Time Time Display Settings (*: Initial setting) Selects the memory media on which you want to store a file, or which contains the file you want to play, edit, or copy. Built-In Memory*: The built-in memory of the IC recorder is selected.
Page 103 Tabs Menu items Beep (IC recorder setting) USB Charge Settings (*: Initial setting) Sets whether a beep will be heard or not. ON*: A beep will sound to indicate that an operation has been accepted or an error has occurred. OFF: No beep sound will be heard.
Page 104 Tabs Menu items Auto Power Off (IC recorder setting) Settings (*: Initial setting) If the IC recorder is on and left for the period you have set, the IC recorder turns off automatically. 5min: The IC recorder will be turned off after approx. 5 minutes.
Page 105 • When you format the built-in memory, the operating instructions stored in the built-in memory will also be erased. To get another copy of the operating instructions, please visit the Sony support home page: http://support.sony-europe.com/DNA See page...
Page 106: Utilizing Your Computer
Utilizing Your Computer Using the IC Recorder with Your Computer When the IC recorder is connected to your computer, you can transfer data between them. Copying files from the IC recorder to your computer to store them (page 113) Copying music files from your computer to the IC recorder to play them back (page 114) Using the IC recorder as USB...
Page 107: Structure Of Folders And Files
Connect the (USB) connector of the IC recorder with the USB port of your running computer with the supplied USB connecting cable inserted into the connectors securely until each plug stops to the end. Make sure the IC recorder has been recognized properly.
Page 108 Built-in memory “IC RECORDER” Folder for files recorded using the IC recorder VOICE* FOLDER01 FOLDER05 Folder transferred from your computer MUSIC J-POP* PODCASTS NEWS* AAC-LC Conversation* LPCM Instructions* Even if a file is transferred directly under the VOICE folder, it will not be displayed on the When you transfer a file from your computer to the IC recorder, put the file in...
Page 109 When connecting the IC recorder with your computer after the destination memory media has been set to “Memory Card” (page 51), the structure of folders is different from that when the destination memory media is set to “Built-In Memory.” Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™) “MEMORY CARD”...
Page 110 “MEMORY CARD” PRIVATE SONY Folder for files recorded using the IC recorder VOICE FOLDER01 FOLDER05 Folder transferred from your computer MUSIC J-POP LPCM PODCASTS AAC-LC NEWS Conversation AAC-LC LPCM Structure of folders displayed in the display window of the IC...
Page 111: Disconnecting The Ic Recorder From Your Computer
Folders displayed on the (Voice) tab of the IC recorder Folders for files recorded using the IC recorder (folders under the VOICE folder) will be displayed. P Note Even if a file is transferred directly under the VOICE folder, it will not be displayed on the (Voice) tab of the IC recorder.
Page 112 Perform the following operation on your computer. On a Windows screen, left-click the icon at the bottom of the desktop of the computer. t Left-click “Eject IC RECORDER.” The icon and menu displayed can be different on different operating systems. On a Macintosh screen, drag “IC RECORDER”...
Page 113: Copying Files From The Ic Recorder To Your Computer
Copying Files from the IC Recorder to Your Computer You can copy the files and folders from the IC recorder to your computer to store them. Connect the IC recorder to your computer (page 106). Copy files or folders you want to transfer to your computer.
Page 114: Copying Music Files From Your Computer To The Ic Recorder And Playing Them Back
Copying Music Files from Your Computer to the IC Recorder and Playing Them Back You can copy music or the other audio files (LPCM(.wav)/MP3(.mp3)/LPEC(.msv)/ WMA(.wma)/AAC-LC(.m4a)*) from your computer to the IC recorder by dragging and dropping them, and you can play them back using the IC recorder.
Page 115 Press on the control button to select the folder ( ) in which music files are stored, and then press the control button. Press on the control button to select the music file you want to play. Press /ENT to start playback. Press STOP to stop playback.
Page 116: Using The Ic Recorder As Usb Memory
Using the IC Recorder as USB Memory When the IC recorder is connected to your computer using a USB connecting cable, image data or text data on the computer, as well as files recorded using the IC recorder can be temporarily stored on the IC recorder.
Page 117: Using The Supplied Sound Organizer
Using the Supplied Sound Organizer Software What you can do using Sound Organizer Sound Organizer allows you to exchange files with an IC recorder or memory card. The songs imported from music CDs and other media, MP3 and other audio files imported from a computer, and podcasts can also be played and transferred to an IC recorder.
Page 118: System Requirements For Your Computer
Changing the file information of files You can change the title name, artist name, and other file information displayed in the file list. Dividing files You can divide one file into multiple files. Combining files You can combine multiple files into one file.
Page 119 • Windows Vista Business Service Pack 2 or higher • Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 2 or higher • Windows Vista Home Basic Service Pack 2 or higher • Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Service Pack 3 or higher •...
Page 120: Installing Sound Organizer
Installing Sound Organizer Install Sound Organizer on your computer. P Notes • When installing Sound Organizer, log in to an account with administrator privileges. Also, if you are using Windows 7 and the [User Account Control] screen appears, confirm the contents of the screen and then click [Yes] ([Continue] in the case of Windows Vista).
Page 121: The Sound Organizer Window
When the [Ready to Install the Program] window appears, click [Install]. The installation starts. When [Sound Organizer has been installed successfully.] window appears, check [Launch Sound Organizer Now], and then click [Finish]. P Note You may need to restart your computer after installing Sound Organizer.
Page 122 F Sidebar (Import/Transfer) IC Recorder: Displays the transfer screen. A list of files on a connected device appears. Import CD: Displays the screen for importing music CDs. Burn CD/DVD: Displays the screen for burning discs. G Transfer buttons : Transfers the files of Sound Organizer to an IC recorder or memory card.
Page 123: Additional Information
Additional Information Using a USB AC Adaptor To the (USB) connector USB connecting cable (supplied) You can charge the rechargeable batteries by connecting the IC recorder to an AC outlet using a USB AC adaptor AC-U50AG (not supplied). You can charge the batteries while you are using the IC recorder, so that it is useful when you want to record for a long time.
Page 124: Disconnecting The Ic Recorder From The Ac Outlet
and the condition of the batteries. It also takes more time if the temperature of the batteries is low, or if the batteries are charged while you are transferring data to the IC recorder. P Notes • While playing back files using the built-in speaker, you cannot charge the batteries.
Page 125: Precautions
Precautions On power Operate the unit only on 2.4 V or 3.0 V DC. Use two NH-AAA rechargeable batteries or two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries. On safety Do not operate the unit while driving, cycling or operating any motorized vehicle. On handling •...
Page 126 • For compatible M2™, please refer to the Sony web site (page 128). • “MagicGate™” is the collective name of content protection technologies developed by Sony. The IC recorder does not support data recording/playback that requires MagicGate™ functions. • The IC recorder does not support parallel data transfer.
Page 127 • We recommend that you save a backup copy of the important data. • Do not touch the terminal of a memory card with your hand or a metal object. • Do not strike, bend or drop a memory card. •...
Page 128: Specifications
(Windows 98, Windows 2000 or Linux, etc.) is used. • 64 bit versions of Windows XP are not supported. • For the latest version information and compatibility with your operating system, please access the support home page for the IC recorder: http://support.sony-europe.com/DNA...
Page 129: Design And Specifications
Hardware environment: – Sound board: Sound cards compatible with any of the supported Microsoft Windows operating systems – Port: USB port P Note • The following systems are not supported: – Operating systems other than the ones indicated on page 128 –...
Page 130 Sampling frequencies and bit for linear PCM files Sampling frequencies: 22.05/44.1 kHz Bit: 16 bit File extension: .wav General Speaker Approx. 16 mm dia. Input/Output • Microphone jack (minijack, stereo) – input for plug in power, minimum input level – 1.5 mV •...
Page 131 Maximum recording time The maximum recording time of all the folders is as follows. REC Mode Recording scene* LPCM 44.1kHz/ (Music) 16bit (My Scene) MP3 320kbps MP3 192kbps (Meeting) (Interview) MP3 128kbps (Voice Notes) 33 hr. 48kbps(MONO) 8kbps(MONO) When you are going to record continuously for a long time, you may have to replace the batteries with new ones in the midst of recording.
Page 132: Battery Life
Battery life When using Sony NH-AAA rechargeable batteries* REC Mode LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit MP3 320kbps MP3 192kbps MP3 128kbps MP3 48kbps(MONO) MP3 8kbps(MONO) Music file (128 kbps/44.1kHz) Recording Playback through speaker* 19 hr. 16 hr. 17 hr. 16 hr. 17 hr.
Page 133 – (128 kbps/44.1kHz) The battery life is measured in testing using methods proprietary to Sony. The battery life may shorten depending on how you operate the IC recorder. When playing back music through the internal speaker with the volume level set to 20...
Page 134: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Before taking the IC recorder for repair, check the following sections. Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Please note that recorded files may be deleted during service or repair work.
Page 135 Symptom Remedy The charging indicator is not • Rechargeable batteries have not been inserted, or batteries other displayed or disappears in the middle of charging. • Rechargeable batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity. • Rechargeable batteries other than NH-AAA have been inserted. •...
Page 136 Symptom The IC recorder does not operate. The IC recorder does not operate, even if you press any button. No sound comes from the speaker. Sound comes from the speaker even when a pair of headphones is plugged in. The operation indicator does not light.
Page 137 Symptom Remedy The playback volume is low. • The volume is turned down completely. Press VOLUME –/+ to • The recording scene is set to • “REC Level” is set to “Low • When you set “REC Level” is set to “Manual •...
Page 138 Symptom Recording is interrupted. The VOR function does not work. When recording from other equipment, the input level is too strong or not strong enough. Playback sound becomes loud unexpectedly. Playback speed is too fast or too slow. You cannot divide a file. The memory card is not recognized.
Page 139 Symptom Remedy “--:--” is displayed. • You have not set the clock (page 18). “--y--m--d” or “--:--” is • The date of recording will not be displayed if you recorded the file displayed on the REC Date display. There are fewer menu items •...
Page 140 Symptom “ ” or “ ” is flashing instead of the battery indicator. The battery life of the rechargeable batteries is short. Menu does not reflect the change in settings. A character in a folder or file name is displayed in unreadable characters.
Page 141 Symptom Remedy The transferred files are not • The IC recorder can recognize up to 8 levels of folders transferred displayed. • If files are incompatible, other than an LPCM(.wav)/MP3(.mp3)/ The IC recorder is not • Disconnect the IC recorder from your computer and reconnect it. recognized by your •...
Page 142: Sound Organizer
Sound Organizer Refer to the help files of the Sound Organizer software, too. Symptom The Sound Organizer software cannot be installed. The IC recorder cannot be properly connected. Cause/Remedy • The free disk or memory space on the computer is too small. Check the hard disk and memory space.
Page 143 Symptom Cause/Remedy Playback sound from the • No sound board is installed. computer is low./No sound is • No speaker is built-in or connected to the computer. emitted from the computer. • The volume of the sound is turned down. •...
Page 144: Message List
Message List Message HOLD Low Battery Memory Card Error Memory Card Not Supported • A memory card that the IC recorder does not support is inserted. Unknown Memory Card Memory Card Locked Read Only Memory Card Memory Card Access Denied Memory Full Cause/Remedy •...
Page 145 Message Cause/Remedy File Full • When there are already the maximum number of files in the File Damaged • You cannot play back or edit files, because the data of the selected Format Error • The IC recorder cannot be turned on using the computer because Process Error •...
Page 146 Message No Setting Low Battery Level File Protected Already Set Past Date/Time Settings are Full Unknown Data Cause/Remedy • If you have not set the alarm, the alarm list will not be displayed. Make the alarm setting for “New” (page 70). •...
Page 147 Message Cause/Remedy Invalid Operation • You cannot divide or set a track mark in files in the folder in the • When a memory card has a bad block on it, the card cannot be • The file name has reached the maximum number of characters; •...
Page 148 Message Same File Name Exists No Memory Card Continue REC in Other Memory Invalid in Manual Setting Manual Setting Only Erased Track Marks too near Divide Point No operation with Memory Card AVLS System Error Cause/Remedy • A file of the same file name already exists in the destination folder when a file is copied to the other memory media.
Page 149: Copying A Music File From Your
System Limitations There are some system limitations of the IC recorder. Troubles as mentioned below are not malfunctions of the IC recorder. Symptom Cause/Remedy You cannot record files up to • If you record files in a mixture of the recording modes, the the maximum recording time.
Page 150 Symptom The remaining recording time becomes shorter when you divide a file. Cause/Remedy • You need a certain amount of free space for a file management area to divide a file, therefore the remaining recording time will be shortened.
Page 151: Display Window Guide
Display Window Guide Display when stopped A Newly arriving podcast indication B Scene select indication Displays the currently selected scene used for recording. Appears when a scene is set. : Meeting : Voice Notes : Interview : Music : My Scene C File information type indicator : A folder where you can record a file...
Page 152: Alarm Indicator
the control button. You can also display the recording level meter. G Operation mode indicator Displays the following, depending on the current operation of the IC recorder. : stop : playback : recording : recording standby/recording pause (flashing) : recording with the VOR function : recording pause with the VOR function (flashing)
Page 153 L Limiter indicator (only displayed during manual recording) Appears when “LIMITER” is set to “ON” in the menu. M LCF (Low Cut Filter) indicator Appears when “LCF(Low Cut)” is set to “ON” in the menu. N Protect indicator Appears when the protection is set for a file.
Page 154 P Level meter display Level meter display in auto (AGC) recording mode. In manual recording, the level meter whose colors are reverse is displayed. Q File number The selected file number is displayed in the numerator and the total number of files in the folder is displayed in the denominator.
Page 155 V Noise cut/Effect indicator Appears when the NOISE CUT switch is set to “ON,” or “Effect” is set in the menu. : Noise cut : Pop : Rock : Jazz : Bass1 : Bass2 : Custom Display in the HOLD status W HOLD indicator Appears when the IC recorder is in the HOLD status to prevent unintentional...
Page 156: Index
Index AAC-LC files ... 129 A-B repeat ...69 Adding a recording ...42, 88, 93 Adjusting the volume ...28, 59 Alarm ...70, 88, 97 Alkaline battery ...133 Auto (AGC) recording ...24 AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) ...13, 88, 98 Battery indicator ...16 Battery life ...
Page 157 HOLD ...12 Index to parts and controls Display window ... 151 Front ...10 Rear ...10 Input selection ...54, 88, 95 Key control ...65 Maintenance ...126 Manual recording ...41 Memory card ... 49, 126 Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™) ... 49, 109 Menu Add/Overwrite ...88, 93 Alarm ...88, 97...
Page 158 Select Input ...88, 95 Select Memory ... 89, 102 SYNC REC ...88, 94 Time Display ...89, 102 USB Charge ... 89, 103 VOR ...88, 94 V-UP ...88, 95 Message list ...144 Microphone directionality ...22, 35 microSD card ... 49, 110 Monitoring the recording ...59 Moving a file ...74, 89, 99 MP3 files ...
Page 159 Tab view ...30 Track mark ...78 Troubleshooting ...134 USB AC adaptor ... 123 USB memory ... 116 Using the IC recorder with your computer ... 106 VOR (Voice Operated Recording) ...47, 88, 94 WMA files ... 129...

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