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The recorded music is limited to private use only. Use of the music beyond this limit requires permission of the copyright holders. Sony is not responsible for incomplete recording/downloading or damaged data due to problems of the IC recorder or computer. Depending on the types of the text and characters, the text shown on the IC recorder may not be displayed properly on device. This is due to: The capacity of the connected IC recorder. The IC recorder is not functioning normally.
Table of Contents Checking the Contents of the Package........................................................... 7 Index to Parts and Controls......................... 8 Getting Started Step 1: Preparing a Power Source.........14 Inserting the batteries.............................14 Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer..............................................15 When charging/replacing the batteries............................................................16 Step 2: Setting the Clock..
Recording from Other Equipment.......50 To record using the synchronized recording function.....................................51 To record without using the synchronized recording function.....52 Playback Playing Back Messages.................................54 Selecting the Playback Mode..................57 Playing back a specified section repeatedly – A-B Repeat.........................58 Adjusting the Playback Speed – the DPC Function........................................
Copying Files from Your Computer to the IC Recorder and Playing Them Back..........................................................................97 Construction of folders and files.......99 Using the Supplied Digital Voice Editor Software.............................................................101 What You Can Do Using the Digital Voice Editor Software............................101 System requirements............................103 Installing the software..........................
Checking the Contents of the Package Wind Screen (1) IC Recorder (1) Application Software, Digital Voice Editor (CD-ROM) Cradle* (1) Stand (1) Remove the film on the display window before you use the IC recorder. NH-AAA (size AAA) rechargeable batteries (2) Carrying pouch (1) Microphone* (1) Battery case (1) Operating Instructions Stereo headphones* (1) * The stereo headphones, the cradle and the microphone are supplied with some models in some regions only.
Index to Parts and Controls Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses for details.
* Connect the supplied or commercially available stereo headphones to the (headphone) jack. If unwanted noise is heard, wipe the headphones plug clean.
Display window Display during playback and stop Operating mode indicator Displays the following, depending on the current operation mode : stop : playback : review (fast backward)/ cue (fast forward) : backward/forward continuously Folder indicator : Folder for messages recorded using the IC recorder. : Folder for messages/music copyed from a computer, which can only be played back.
Repeat playback indicator : Appears when one message is played back repeatedly. : Appears when messages in one folder are played back repeatedly. : Appears when all the messages are played back repeatedly. Sound effect indicator Displays the “EFFECT” setting in the menu. : “BASS1” has been selected. The bass sound is reinforced. : “BASS2” has been selected. The bass sound is further reinforced.
Remaining recording time indication Displays the remaining recording time in hours, minutes, and seconds. If there is more than 10 hours time remaining, the time is displayed in hours. If there is more than 10 minutes and less than 10 hours time remaining, the time is displayed in hours and minutes. If there is less than 10 minutes time remaining, the time is displayed in minutes and seconds.
If you press (record/pause) to pause recording when “VOR” is set to “ON” in the menu, only “ ” flashes. : Synchronized recording : Flashes while synchronized recording is set to pause. Recording level meter Recording level indicator Displays the current microphone sensitivity when recording. : To record for dictation or in a noisy place. : To record at a meeting or in a quiet/spacious place. : To record with further high sensitivity. : To record music.
Getting Started Step 1: Preparing a Power Source Remove the film on the display window before you use the IC recorder. Inserting the batteries 1 Slide and lift the battery 3 Charge the batteries by connecting the (USB) connector of the IC recorder to your computer. Computer To USB connector of your computer To (USB) connector compartment lid. USB connecting cable IC recorder 2 Insert two NH-AAA rechargeable batteries with correct polarity, and close the lid.
When you use the IC recorder for the first time, or after you have not used the IC recorder for a certain period of time, it is recommended that you charge the batteries continuously until “ ” is displayed. Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer If the battery indicator is not displayed, charging has not been done properly. Proceed from step 1 again. 1 Make sure that the operation indicator is not flashing.
Tips You can charge the rechargeable batteries by connecting the IC recorder to an AC outlet using a USB AC adaptor (not supplied) (page 125). When replacing the batteries, messages recorded or alarm settings are not erased even when you remove the batteries. When replacing the batteries, the clock continues moving for a certain period of time after you remove the batteries.
Battery life*1 When using Sony NH-AAA rechargeable batteries When using Sony LR03 (SG) (size AAA) alkaline batteries Recording Playback*2 through speaker Playback using the headphones Playback through speaker Playback using the headphones LPCM 44/16*3 Approx. 25 hr. Approx. 21 hr. Approx. 26 hr. LPCM 44/16*3 Approx. 19 hr. Approx. 16 hr. Approx. 20 hr. LPCM 22/16*4 Approx. 23 hr. Approx. 19 hr. Approx. 23 hr. LPCM 22/16*4 Approx. 17 hr. Approx. 15 hr. Approx. 18 hr. MP3 192k*5 Approx.
The battery life may shorten depending on how you operate the IC recorder.
Step 2: Setting the Clock Continued directly from “Step 1: Preparing a Power Source” 1 Press or to set the year, month, day, hour, and minute in sequence, then press . Getting Started , /MENU “EXECUTING….” appears and the clock is set. 2 Press (stop) to return to the display of the stop mode. You need to set the clock to use the alarm function or record the date and time.
Setting the clock using the menu 2 Press or to select “AUTO” or “MANUAL” and press . While the IC recorder is in the stop mode, you can set the clock using the menu. 1 Select “DATE & TIME” in the menu. Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. Press or to select “DETAIL MENU,” then press . Press or to select “DATE & TIME,” then press .
5 Press (stop) to return to the display of the stop mode. Tips Press /MENU to return to the previous operation. You can set the time display for the clock to “12-HOUR” or “24-HOUR” in the menu. When “12-HOUR” is set, “AM” or “PM” appears in the display window. If you do not press within one minute of entering the clock setting data, the clock setting mode is cancelled and the window will return to the display of the stop mode.
1 Press and hold the menu mode. /MENU to enter The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or to select “DETAIL MENU,” then press . You can select the following languages. European model : ENGLISH, Pyccкий (Russian) Other models : ENGLISH, Pyccкий (Russian), (Japanese), (Korean), (Chinese), (Chinese), (Thai) 5 Press (stop) to exit the menu mode. 3 Press or to select “MENU LANGUAGE,” then press . 4 Press or to select the language that you want to use, then press .
Step 4: Preparations Required before Recording Recording a musical performance Recording at a meeting Getting Started Set “REC LEVEL” to “HIGH ” or “S‑HIGH ” in the menu (page 33). Slide the DIRECTNL switch to “ON” to record a voice coming from a specific direction (page 29). Set “LCF (LOW CUT)” to “ON” in the menu to prevent noise caused by a projector, etc. (page 41).
Sound source Recording dictation (using the voice recognition software) Approx. 2 to 3 m Place the IC recorder with its display window facing upward and the built-in microphones pointing at the sound source. Microphone Tripod (not supplied) 24 GB Set “REC LEVEL” to “LOW ” in the menu (page 33). Slide the DIRECTNL switch to “ON” to record a voice coming from a specific direction (page 29).
Turning the IC Recorder On or Off Getting Started To obtain maximum recognition accuracy, hold the IC recorder so that the microphone is about 2 - 3cm from the corner of your mouth. To minimize the sound of your breath in the recordings, do not hold the microphone directly in front of your mouth. To obtain maximum recognition accuracy, avoid recording in a noisy place. You cannot transcribe a message recording the voices of more than one person.
Turning the power off Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow in the stop mode. “HOLD” with the key mark and the current time is displayed, then “POWER OFF” is displayed. The IC recorder turns off within a few seconds. Turning the power on Slide the HOLD switch in the opposite direction from that of the arrow. The IC recorder turnes on, and an accessing animation is displayed. Tips When you are not going to use the IC recorder for a long time, we recommend to turn off the IC recorder.
Recording Recording Messages Built-in directional microphone (headphone) jack Built-in stereo microphones Operation indicator DIRECTNL HOLD Recording , /MENU 1 Select a folder. Press /MENU to display the folder selection window. Press or to select the folder in which you want to record messages, then press . 2 Start recording. Press (record/pause) in the stop mode. The operation indicator lights in red.
The new message will be automatically recorded after the last recorded message. Speak into the built-in microphones. Notes 3 Press (stop) to stop recording. The IC recorder stops at the beginning of the current recording. Tips Before you start recording, we recommend you make a trial recording first. When you purchase the IC recorder, there are 5 folders already available, and you can record up to 999 messages in each folder.
To pause recording* Do this Press (record/pause). During recording pause, the operation indicator flashes in red and “ “ flashes in the display window. release pause Press (record/pause) and resume again. recording Recording resumes from that point. (To stop recording after pausing recording, press (stop).) Press . Recording stops and playback starts from the beginning of the message just recorded. review during Press and hold during recording** recording or recording pause.
When the DIRECTNL switch is set to “OFF” When the DIRECTNL switch is set to “ON” Selecting the Recording Mode , /MENU The IC recorder is compatible with 3 kinds of codec, LPCM (Linear PCM), MP3, and LPEC. The features offered by each are as follows. LPCM (Linear PCM): This is a WAV file and you can record the sound without compression, providing higher quality than MP3 or LPEC.
or LPEC. We recommend this codec for recording only when the sound quality is important, such as when recording a musical performance. 1 Press and hold MP3: A standard method of sound compression, which can be played back using many different kinds of computers. We recommend this codec when you want to send recorded messages by mail or share them with other people. 2 Press or to select “REC You can select the recording mode in the menu when the IC recorder is stopped.
MP3 192k : Stereo (44.1 kHz/192 kbps, MPEG1 Layer3) You can record with high-quality stereo sound. MP3 128k : Stereo (44.1 kHz/128 kbps, MPEG1 Layer3) You can record with stereo sound. MP3 48k : Monaural (44.1 kHz/48 kbps, MPEG1 Layer3) You can record with monaural sound. LPEC STHQ : Stereo (44.1 kHz/128 kbps) You can record with high-quality stereo sound. LPEC ST : Stereo (44.1 kHz/48 kbps) You can record with standard stereo sound. LPEC STLP : Stereo (44.
ICD-SX800 LPCM 44/16 mode LPCM 22/16 mode MP3 192k mode 3 hr. 10 min. 6 hr. 25 min. 23 hr. 35 min. MP3 128k mode MP3 48k mode LPEC STHQ mode 35 hr. 25 min. 94 hr. 40 min. 34 hr. 55 min. LPEC ST mode LPEC STLP mode LPEC SP mode 92 hr. 15 min. 177 hr. 40 min. 281 hr. 20 min. Setting the Recording Level LPEC LP mode 750 hr. 15 min. (hr. : hours/min. : minutes) Recording , /MENU You can set the recording level in the menu when the IC recorder is stopped or is recording.
1 Press and hold the menu mode. /MENU to enter The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or to select “REC LEVEL,” then press . 3 Press or to select recording level you want, then press . LOW : To record dictation with a microphone in front of your mouth, a sound near the IC recorder, or a loud sound. HIGH : To record the sound of a normal conversation or meeting, such as a recording made in a conference room or during interviews.
Manual Recording Mode menu. For details, see “Setting the Recording Level” (page 33). 2 Select a folder. Built-in microphones Operation indicator 1 Set “REC LEVEL” to “MANUAL” in the Press /MENU When you set “REC LEVEL” to “MANUAL,” you can adjust the recording level manually. 3 Press and hold (record/pause). Recording /MENU to display the folder selection window. Press or to select the folder in which you want to record messages, then press .
OVER indicator Adjust the maximum level of the sound to about –12 dB. Tip The settings you have set for the manual recording mode are saved after the recording is finished or the recording level is switched to settings other than “MANUAL,” such as “LOW .” You can start the manual recoding with the same settings the next time. Notes Press and hold or to change the sound level continuously. The sound level is also displayed as a number below the level meter.
Setting the Input Level Automatically to Prevent Sound Distortion – the Limiter Function is adjusted automatically to the proper level to prevent sound distortion. “LIMITER” is set to “ON” when you purchase the IC recorder. 1 Press and hold the menu mode. /MENU to enter The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or to select “DETAIL MENU,” then press . Recording , 3 Press or to select “LIMITER,” then press .
5 Press (stop) to exit the menu mode. Note When “REC LEVEL” is set to “LOW ,” “HIGH ,” “S-HIGH ,” or “MUSIC ,” the limiter function does not work. To cancel the limiter function Recording a Few Seconds in Advance, before Starting to Record – the PreRecording Function Set “LIMTER” to “OFF” in step 4. , /MENU The pre-recording function allows you to record sound sources for a maximum of 5 seconds prior to the point when the recording is started.
This is useful to record during interviews or when making an open-air recording so that you will not miss the chance to start recording. 3 Press or to select “PRE REC,” then press . Sounds for 5 seconds are buffered in the memory Press and hold (record/ pause) to enter the recording the standby mode. Press (record/pause). 1 Press and hold /MENU to enter then press . Recording starts. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or to select “DETAIL MENU,” then press .
7 Press and hold (record/pause) to enter the recording standby mode. Notes Sounds for the last 0 to 5 seconds are buffered in the memory. Displays that the sound for 0 to 5 seconds are buffered in the memory. 8 Press (record/pause) to start recording. The standby for recording mode is released, and recording starts. Sounds are saved for the 0 to 5 seconds prior to the point the button is pressed. 9 Press (stop) to stop recording.
Cutting out Low Frequency – the LCF Function 1 Press and hold the menu mode. /MENU to enter The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or to select “LCF (LOW CUT),” then press . 3 Press or to select “ON,” Recording then press . , /MENU 4 Press (stop) to exit the menu When you set the LCF (Low Cut Filter) function to “ON” in the stop or recording mode, you cut out a frequency of lower than 200 Hz to reduce the roaring noise from wind, etc.
Starting to Record Automatically in Response to Sound – the VOR Function The VOR function is set to “OFF” when you purchase the IC recorder. 1 Press and hold the menu mode. /MENU to enter The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or to select “VOR,” then press . 3 Press or to select “ON,” then press . , /MENU 4 Press (stop) to exit the menu mode.
The recording starts when the IC recorder detects sound. The recording pauses when no sound is detected and “ ” and “ ” flash. When the IC recorder detects sound again, the recording starts again. Dividing a Message into Two During Recording To cancel the VOR function Set “VOR” to “OFF” in step 3. Notes Recording The VOR function is affected by the sound around you. Set “REC LEVEL” in the menu according to the recording conditions.
Press DIVIDE/ during recording. An animation appears on the display and the new message number is added at the point you pressed the button. The message will be recorded as two messages, however recording continues without stopping. Message 1 Notes Message 3 Message is divided. Message 2 and Message 3 are recorded without stopping. Message 2 Tip You can divide the currently recorded message during recording pause.
Adding a Recording to a Previously Recorded Message Operation indicator During playback of Message 3 Message 3 Message 4 After adding a recording Message 3 Message 4 Added recording Select the message to which you want to add a recording first. 1 Press and hold , /MENU When “ADD/OVERWRITE” in the menu is set to “ADD,” you can add a recording to the message being played back. The added recording will be placed after the current message, and will be counted as a part of the message.
4 Press (stop) to exit the menu mode. Notes 5 When the message to be added is played back, press (record/ pause). “ADD REC? [REC] TO EXECUTE” appears. For details on playback, see page 54. 6 While “ADD REC? [REC] TO EXECUTE” is displayed, press (record/pause). The operation indicator will turn red. The new recording will be added at the end of the current message. 7 Press (stop) to stop recording.
Adding an Overwrite Recording during Playback Operation indicator The starting point of an overwrite recording Message 2 Message 3 Message 4 The deleted part of Message 2 Message 2 Message 3 Message 4 Added overwrite recording in Message 2 , /MENU Select the message to which you want to add an overwrite recording first. 1 Press and hold the menu mode. Recording /MENU to enter The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or to select “ADD/ OVERWRITE,” then press .
3 Press or to select “OVERWRITE,” then press . Notes 4 Press (stop) to exit the menu mode. 5 When the message to be overwritten is played back, press (record/pause). “OVERWRITE REC? [REC] TO EXECUTE” appears. For details on playback, see page 54. 6 While “OVERWRITE REC? [REC] TO EXECUTE” is displayed, press (record/pause). The operation indicator will turn red. Then recording starts. 7 Press (stop) to stop recording.
Recording with an External Microphone Stereo microphone , Tip Before you start recording, we recommend you make a trial recording first. 1 Connect an external microphone to the (microphone) jack when the IC recorder is in the stop mode. then press . 3 Press (record/pause) to start recording. The built-in microphones are automatically cut off. If the input level is not strong enough, adjust the recording level on the IC recorder.
Recording sound from a telephone or a cell phone You can use the supplied microphone or 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 jack of the IC recorder.
Tip Before you start recording, we recommend you make a trial recording first. To record using the synchronized recording function 1 Press and hold the menu mode. /MENU to enter 2 Press or to select “DETAIL MENU,” then press . 3 Press or to select “SYNC REC,” then press . then press . 5 Press (stop) to exit the menu mode. 6 Connect other equipment to the IC recorder when the IC recorder is in the stop mode. Recording The menu mode window will be displayed.
8 Press (record/pause) to start recording. “ ” flashes and the IC recorder enters the recording pause mode. 9 Start playback on the component 52 GB /MENU to enter the menu mode. “ ” appears on the display and synchronized recording starts. The menu mode window will be displayed. Notes 1 Press and hold connected to the IC recorder. The synchronized recording pauses when no sound is detected for more than 2 seconds, and “ ” flashes.
5 Press (stop) to exit the menu mode. * Optional audio connecting cables (not supplied) 6 Connect other equipment to the IC recorder when the IC recorder is in the stop mode. RK-G139 Connect the audio output connector (stereo mini-plug) of other equipment to the (microphone) jack of the IC recorder using an audio connecting cable*. “SELECT INPUT” appears in the display window.
Playback Playing Back Messages (headphone) jack Operation indicator HOLD , /MENU VOL +, – 1 Select a folder. Press /MENU. Press or to select the folder, then press . 2 Press or to select the message you want to play. 3 Press to start playback. The operation indicator lights in green. (When “LED” is set to “OFF” in the menu (page 91), the operation indicator does not light.) 4 Press VOL + or – to adjust the volume. 5 Press (stop) to stop playback.
Tip During playback you can lock all the functions of all the buttons so that you can prevent inadvertent operations by sliding the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow. Listening with better sound quality Quickly locating the point you wish to start playback (Easy Search) To search forward (Cue): Press and hold during playback and release it at the point you wish to resume playback.
When messages are played back to the end of the last message When you play back or fast play back to the end of the last message, “MESSAGE END” lights up for 5 seconds and the operation indicator lights up in green. (You cannot hear the playback sound.) When “MESSAGE END” and the operation indicator go off, the IC recorder will stop at the beginning of the last message.
Playing back a message repeatedly During playback, press and hold until “ 1” appears. The selected message will be played back repeatedly. To resume normal playback, press again. Selecting the Playback Mode , Playback A-B/ /MENU You can select the playback mode in the menu. 1 Press and hold the menu mode. /MENU to enter The menu mode window will be displayed.
2 Press or to select “PLAY MODE,” then press . Playing back a specified section repeatedly – A-B Repeat 3 Press or to select “1,” “ “ALL,” “ 1,” “ press . ,” or “ ,” ALL,” then 1 ALL 1 ALL A message is played back. Messages in one folder are played back continuously. All the messages are played back continuously. One message is played back repeatedly. Messages in one folder are played back repeatedly. All the messages are played back repeatedly.
To resume normal playback Press . To stop A‑B Repeat playback Press (stop). Adjusting the Playback Speed – the DPC Function To change the segment specified for A‑B Repeat playback During A‑B Repeat playback, press (repeat) A‑B/ again to specify a new starting point A. Then specify a new finishing point B, as in step 2. Notes , DPC Playback You cannot set point A and point B at the very beginning (0.5 seconds from the beginning) or at the very end (0.
1 Slide the DPC switch to “ON.” 2 Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode. Reinforcing the Bass Sound The menu mode window will be displayed. 3 Press or to select “DPC,” then press . , 4 Press or to adjust the speed of the playback, then press . /MENU You can set the speed by 10% for + setting and by 5% for – setting. You can set the bass sound you want for the playback in the menu. However, when you play back using the built-in speaker, this setting does not work.
2 Press or to select “EFFECT,” then press . Reducing Distortion to Make the Human Voice Clearer – the Noise Cut Function 3 Press or to select the bass sound you want for the playback, then press . NOISE CUT OFF The bass sound is reinforced. The bass sound is further reinforced. The bass sound cannot be reinforced. Playback BASS 1 BASS 2 4 Press (stop) to exit the menu mode. Note The bass sound cannot be reinforced if the NOISE CUT switch is set to “ON.
When you are using the built-in speaker, the Noise Cut function does not work. During playback set the NOISE CUT switch to “ON.” High frequency sound Frequency Low frequency sound 62 GB High frequency noise such as an electronic device You can hear the human voice more clearly. Low frequency noise such as roaring noise from wind Notes The bass sound cannot be reinforced if the NOISE CUT switch is set to “ON.
Adjusting the Playback Sound by Amplifying Inaudible Sound – the Digital Voice Up Function 1 Press and hold the menu mode. /MENU to enter The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or to select “V-UP,” then press . 3 Press or to select “MEDIUM” or “MAXIMUM,” then press . Playback , /MENU When you set “V-UP” to “MEDIUM” or “MAXIMUM,” the low-level part of a recorded message is amplified, allowing you to hear even low/small voices more easily.
To cancel the Digital Voice Up function Adding a Bookmark Set “V-UP” to “OFF” in step 3. , /MENU DIVIDE/ You can add a bookmark at a point in a message and use it during playback. You can add only one bookmark in each message.
During playback or stop, press and hold DIVIDE/ (bookmark) at the position you want to add a bookmark. A bookmark is added and “ ” (bookmark) flashes three times. If you add a bookmark to a message that already has a bookmark, the previously added bookmark is deleted and a new bookmark is added at the newly specified point. 4 Press (stop) to exit the menu mode. Notes You cannot add a bookmark on MP3, LPCM, and WMA files.
Recording with Other Equipment To audio input connector Tape recorder, etc. To (headphone) jack To record the sound of the IC recorder with other equipment, connect the (headphone) jack of the IC recorder to the audio input connector (minijack, stereo) of other equipment using an audio connecting cable* (not supplied). 66 GB 1 Connect the (headphone) jack of the IC recorder to the audio input connector (stereo minijack) of other equipment using an audio connecting cable*.
* Optional audio connecting cables (not supplied) To the IC recorder To the other equipment RK-G139 Stereo mini-plug Mini-plug (monaural) RK-G136 Stereo mini-plug Stereo mini-plug Playing Back a Message at a Desired Time with an Alarm Tip Before you start recording, we recommend you to make trial recording first. Note , Playback Your dealer may not handle some of the above listed optional accessories. Please ask the dealer for detailed information.
1 Select the message you want to play back with an alarm. 2 Enter the alarm setting mode. Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. Press or to select “ALARM,” then press . Press or to select “NEW,” then press . When you select “DATE”: Set the year, month, day, hour, and minute in sequence, as described in “Step 2: Setting the Clock” on page 19, then press . “EXECUTING…,” then your settings are displayed.
When the set date and time comes At the set time, the alarm will sound for about 10 seconds while “ALARM” is displayed in the display window and the selected message will be played back. When the playback ends, the IC recorder will stop automatically at the beginning of that message. To listen to the same message again Press , and the same message will be played back from the beginning. Press (stop) while the alarm sound is heard.
To cancel the alarm setting Follow steps 1 and 2 of “To change the alarm setting.” In step 3, select “CANCEL” and press . “CANCEL ALARM?” is displayed. Press or to select “YES,” then press . The alarm will be cancelled and the alarm indicator will disappear from the display window. Notes 70 GB You can set only one alarm each one message. When the clock has not been set or no messages are recorded, you cannot set the alarm.
You can erase the recorded messages one by one or all messages in a folder at a time. You can erase unwanted messages, retaining all other messages when the IC recorder is in the stop or playback mode. When a message is erased, the remaining messages will advance and be renumbered so that there will be no space between messages. Note 1 Press ERASE while playing back Editing Messages Erasing Messages Once a recording has been erased, you cannot retrieve it.
To erase another message Proceed with the same steps again from the beginning. Erasing all messages in a folder To erase a part of one message Divide the message into two messages first, then proceed with the same steps from the beginning. , /MENU 1 Select the folder containing the messages you want to erase when the IC recorder is in the stop mode. 2 Press and hold the menu mode. /MENU to enter The menu mode window will be displayed.
3 Press or to select “ERASE ALL,” then press . “ERASE ALL?” appears. Moving a Message to a Different Folder 4 Press or to select “YES,” then press . Editing Messages , /MENU “ERASING …” with animation appears and all messages in the selected folder will be erased. 5 Press (stop) to exit the menu mode. To cancel erasing Notes Select “NO” in step 4, then press . When “ ” is displayed for the folder indicator, you cannot move a message (page 99).
1 Select the message you want to 5 Press (stop) to exit the menu 2 Press and hold To cancel moving the message move. the menu mode. /MENU to enter The menu mode window will be displayed. 3 Press or to select “MOVE,” then press . The message to be moved will be played back. 4 Press or to select the folder that you want to move the message into, then press . “EXECUTING…” is displayed and the message is moved to the last position in the destination folder.
Dividing a Message into Two total number of messages in all folders reaches 1,012 if there are 5 folders. 1 Press DIVIDE/ (bookmark) while you are playing back the message you want to divide. “DIVIDE? [DIVIDE] TO EXECUTE” appears with the message title or file name, and a message number. , DIVIDE 2 Press DIVIDE/ (bookmark).
Notes 76 GB You need a certain amount of free space in the memory to divide a message. For more information, see “System Limitations” on page 123. When you divide a message with a title and artist name, the newer part has the same title, and artist name. If you divide a message with priority mark(s), the priority mark(s) will be added to both parts of the divided message. If you divide a message at the position where you have set the bookmark, the bookmark will be deleted.
Adding Priority Mark(s) – the Priority Mark Function 1 Select the message you want to mark. 2 Press and hold A-B/ (priority). The “ ” indicator will flash. 3 Press and hold A-B/ (priority) again to add the priority mark. Each time you press and hold A-B/ , the priority mark(s) will change as follows: No mark Editing Messages Notes A-B/ You cannot add priority marks to an LPCM, MP3 or WMA file. When “ ” is displayed for the folder indicator, you cannot add a priority mark.
Preventing Accidental Operation – the HOLD function “HOLD” with the key mark and the current time will appear for 3 seconds indicating that all the functions of the buttons are locked. To cancel the HOLD function Slide the HOLD switch in the opposite direction from that of the arrow. Note When the HOLD function is activated during recording, cancel the HOLD function first to stop recording.
Utilizing the Menu Function Making Settings for the Menu 2 Press or to select the menu item for which you want to make setting, then press . 3 Press or to select the Utilizing the Menu Function setting that you want to set, then press . , /MENU 4 Press (stop) to exit the menu mode. Note 1 Press and hold the menu mode. /MENU to enter The menu mode window will be displayed.
Menu settings Menu items Settings Operation mode ( : the setting can be made/ : the setting cannot be made) , MP3 , LPEC , LPEC LOW , HIGH MANUAL LCF (LOW CUT) ON, OFF VOR ON, OFF DISPLAY ELAPSE, REMAIN, REC DATE DPC n% (n = –75 - +200) V-UP MEDIUM, MAXIMUM, OFF EFFECT BASS1, BASS2, OFF EASY SEARCH ON, OFF PLAY MODE 1, 1, , ALL ADD/OVERWRITE ADD, OVERWRITE, OFF 80 REC LEVEL , MUSI
Menu items ALARM Settings NEW, LIST DETAIL MENU Operation mode ( : the setting can be made/ : the setting cannot be made) Stop mode Playback mode Recording mode ON, OFF PRE REC ON, OFF SYNC REC ON, OFF SELECT INPUT MIC IN, AUDIO IN DATE&TIME AUTO, MANUAL TIME DISPLAY 12-HOUR, 24-HOUR FORMAT ERASE ALL DATA? YES, NO BEEP ON, OFF LED ON, OFF BACKLIGHT 10 SEC, 60 SEC, OFF M
Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) REC MODE Sets the recording mode. MP3 : Monaural standard recording mode. MP3 : Stereo standard recording mode. MP3 *: Stereo high-quality recording mode. LPCM : Stereo long play high-quality recording mode. LPCM : Stereo high-quality recording mode. LPEC : Monaural long play recording mode. LPEC : Monaural standard recording mode. LPEC : Stereo long play recording mode. LPEC : Stereo standard recording mode. LPEC : Stereo high-quality recording mode.
Settings (*: Initial setting) REC LEVEL Sets the microphone sensitivity. LOW : To record dictation with a microphone in front of your mouth, a sound near the IC recorder, or a loud sound. HIGH *: To record the sound of a normal conversation or meeting, such as a recording made in a conference room or during interviews. S-HIGH : To record a sound far away from the IC recorder or a low sound, such as a recording made in a spacious room.
Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) VOR Sets the VOR (Voice Operated Recording) function. ON: Recording starts when the IC recorder detects sound and pauses when no sound is heard, eliminating recording during soundless periods. The VOR function is activated when (record/pause) is pressed. OFF*: The VOR function does not work. See page 42 Note If “REC LEVEL” is set to “MANUAL,” the VOR function does not work. 84 DISPLAY Changes the display mode in the playback/stop mode.
Settings (*: Initial setting) V-UP A low-level portion of a recorded message can be amplified, allowing you to hear even low/small voices more easily. MEDIUM: Adjusts the V-UP function less finely. MAXIMUM: Adjusts the V-UP function more effectively. OFF*: The V-UP function does not work. See page 63 EFFECT Sets whether to reinforce bass sound during playback. BASS1: The bass sound is reinforced. BASS2: The bass sound is further reinforced. OFF*: The EFFECT function does not work.
Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) PLAY MODE Sets the playback mode. 1: A message is played back and the IC recorder stops after playback. *: Messages in one folder are played back continuously and the IC recorder stops after playback. ALL: All the messages are played back continuously and the IC recorder stops after playback. 1: One message is played back repeatedly. : Messages in one folder are played back repeatedly. ALL: All the messages are played back repeatedly.
Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) See page 65 MOVE The selected message will be moved to the selected folder. Press /MENU to return to the folder window before moving the message and select a folder from which the message is to be moved. 73 ALARM Sets the alarm. NEW*: Set DATE for playback, SUN (Sunday), MON (Monday), TUE (Tuesday), WED (Wednesday), THU (Thursday), FRI (Friday), SAT (Saturday), or DAILY.
Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) See page DETAIL MENU LIMITER 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 cancelled. 37 Note When “REC LEVEL” is set to “MANUAL,” this setting is effective. PRE REC Allows you to record sound sources for a maximum of 5 seconds prior to the point when the recording is started.
Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) See page 49, 50 DATE & TIME Sets the clock. AUTO*: When the IC recorder is connected to a computer that is running the Digital Voice Editor, the clock will be automatically adjusted according to that computer. MANUAL: You can set the clock by setting year, month, day, hour, and minute in sequence. 19 TIME DISPLAY Sets the clock display.
Menu items FORMAT Settings (*: Initial setting) Sets the formatting of the drive after “ERASE ALL DATA?” has been displayed. YES: The drive will be formatted. NO*: The drive will not be formatted. See page – Notes BEEP Use the IC recorder formatting function to format the memory. If you format the IC recorder using your computer, the sound may be interrupted unexpectedly and the recording time may be shortened.
Menu items LED 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. See page – Note When the IC recorder is connected to a computer, the operation indicator lights or flashes even if “LED” is set to “OFF.” Turns the backlight in the display window on or off.
Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) USB CHARGE Sets whether batteries will be charged using a USB connection or not. ON*: The batteries will be charged. OFF: The batteries will not be charged. Note If you use a USB AC adaptor (not supplied) to connect the IC recorder to the AC outlet, you can charge batteries regardless this setting.
Utilizing Your Computer What You Can Do Using the Computer You can do the following when you connect the IC recorder to your computer using the supplied USB connecting cable. Copying files from the IC recorder to your computer to save them (page 96) The Digital Voice Editor software allows you to transfer the messages that you have recorded using the IC recorder to your computer to manage and edit them. You can also transfer music files saved on your computer to the IC recorder.
System requirements for your computer To use your computer with the Digital Voice Editor software To use your computer with the Digital Voice Editor software, see “System requirements” on page 103. To use your computer without the Digital Voice Editor software To use your computer with the IC recorder without the Digital Voice Editor software, or to use the IC recorder as a USB mass storage device, your computer must meet the operating system requirements and port environment described below.
Computer Connecting the IC recorder to your computer To (USB) connector USB connecting cable IC recorder Utilizing Your Computer You can transfer the IC recorder data onto your computer by connecting the IC recorder to the computer. Use the USB connecting cable supplied with the IC recorder to connect the (USB) connectors of the IC recorder and your computer. The IC recorder is recognized by the computer as soon as the cable is connected.
Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer Follow the procedures below; otherwise, data may be damaged. 1 Make sure that the operation indicator is not flashing. 2 Disconnect the USB connecting cable connected to the IC recorder from the USB connector of the computer. On the Windows screen, left-click “Safely Remove Hardware” on the taskbar, and click “Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device.” On the Macintosh screen, drag the “IC RECORDER” on the desktop to “Trash” and drop it there.
To copy a folder (Drag and drop) Click and hold, drag, and then drop. Copying Files from Your Computer to the IC Recorder and Playing Them Back You can copy music or the other audio files (WAV/MP3/WMA) from your computer to the IC recorder by dragging and dropping without using the Digital Voice Editor software, and you can play them back using the IC recorder. 48 kbps ICD-SX700 46 hr. 55 min. (703 tracks) ICD-SX800 94 hr. 40 min.
1 Connect the IC recorder to your computer (page 95). On the Windows screen; open “My Computer” and make sure that “IC RECORDER” has been recognized. On the Macintosh screen; make sure that an “IC RECORDER” drive is displayed on the desk top. 2 Copy the folder in which the music files are stored to the IC recorder. On the Windows screen using Explorer, and on the Macintosh screen using Finder, drag and drop the folder onto the IC recorder. The IC recorder can recognize up to 500 folders.
Construction of folders and files Folder for messages recorded using the IC recorder*4 VOICE FOLDER01 FOLDER05 Folder copied from your computer Utilizing Your Computer The folders and files are displayed on the computer screen as shown. The folder indicators in the display window of the IC recorder are as follows: : Folder for messages recorded using the IC recorder (They have been already made when you purchase the IC recorder.
The name of a folder in which music files are stored will be displayed on the IC recorder as it is, so it is convenient if you put an easy-toremember name on the folder in advance. Folders shown in the illustration are examples of folder names. *2 The IC recorder can recognize up to three levels of folders copied to the IC recorder, that is, up to “OLDIES” shown in the figure. *3 If you copy music files separately, they are classified as being in “NO FOLDER.
Using the Supplied Digital Voice Editor Software What You Can Do Using the Digital Voice Editor Software Transferring messages recorded on the IC recorder to your computer You can save messages that you have recorded using the IC recorder on your computer’s hard disk, by message, by folder, or all messages at one time. You can select a format to be used to save those messages as follows; MSV (LPEC) files, MSV (ADPCM) files, MP3 files, Windows standard WAV files.
the IC recorder using the computer. You can also save messages saved on your computer by converting the voice format to a more appropriate one. Other convenient uses 102 GB You can send voice e-mail messages using MAPI e-mail software. You can transcribe your IC recorder messages using Dragon NaturallySpeaking® speech-recognition software (Only when Dragon NaturallySpeaking version 5.0 (or higher) Preferred or Professional Edition is installed on your computer).
System requirements RAM: 128MB or more (For Windows To use the supplied software, your computer must meet the operating system requirements and hardware environment described below.
Note on transcribing a message When you use Dragon NaturallySpeaking® speech-recognition software to transcribe a message, your computer must also meet the system requirements that the Dragon NaturallySpeaking requires. Note on sending a voice e-mail When you use Microsoft® Outlook Express 5.0/5.5/6.0 to send a voice e-mail of a message, your computer must also meet the system requirements that the Outlook Express requires.
1 Make sure that the IC recorder is not connected, then turn on your computer and start up Windows. 2 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. The [IC Recorder Software Setup] menu starts up automatically and the [Welcome to IC Recorder Software Setup] window appears. If the [Welcome to IC Recorder Software Setup] menu does not start up, open the [DVE] folder in the [Setup] folder on the CD-ROM, then double click [setup.exe].
4 Select [Digital Voice Editor], then click [Install]. Follow the instructions on the screen to make the settings required for installation. If you have already installed a previous version of the Digital Voice Editor or any version of the “Memory Stick Voice Editor” The dialog box used to uninstall a previous version of the Digital Voice Editor or any version of the “Memory Stick Voice Editor” will be displayed. Follow the instructions on the screen to uninstall the software.
6 When the [InstallShield Wizard For Windows Vista Complete] window appears, select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now], then click [Finish]. 1 Click [Start] – [Control Panel] – [Programs], then select and click The computer will be restarted. When the computer has been restarted, installation is completed. 2 Select [Digital Voice Editor 3] from the [Uninstall a Program] from the category. list and click [Uninstall].
Referring to the help files For details on each operation, refer to the help files. Help The IC recorder can recognize up to 511 folders. When there is one file in each folder, you can create up to 340 folders, and when there are 5 folders, you can copy up to 1,012 files in total, with up to 999 files in one folder. 3 Remove the IC recorder from your computer, then press /MENU to select the folder you want. 4 Press or to select the file you want to play, then press .
Using the IC Recorder as a USB Mass Storage Device When the IC recorder is connected to your computer image data or text data on the computer, as well as messages or files recorded using the IC recorder can be temporarily stored in the IC recorder. For details on the system requirements, see page 94. The IC recorder can recognize up to 500 folders. You can copy up to 999 files to one folder and up to 5,000 files in total. Note To disconnect the IC recorder from your computer, refer to page 96.
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. IC recorder Symptom Remedy The IC recorder cannot be turned off. Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow when the IC recorder is stopped (page 25). The IC recorder cannot be turned on. The HOLD switch is set. Slide the HOLD switch in the direction opposite that of the arrow (page 25).
Remedy “LED” is set to “OFF” (page 91). Display the menu and set “LED” to “ON.” “MEMORY FULL” is displayed and you cannot start recording. The memory is full. Erase some of the messages (page 71) or erase all the messages after you store them on your computer. “FILE FULL” is displayed and you cannot operate the IC recorder. 999 messages have been recorded in the selected folder or 1,012 messages (when there are 5 folders) in total have been recorded.
Symptom Remedy Noise is heard. Recording level is low. 112 An object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubbed or scratched the IC recorder during recording so that noise was recorded. The IC recorder was placed near an AC power source, a fluorescent lamp or a mobile phone during recording or playback. Plug of the connected microphone was dirty when recording. Clean the plug. The (headphones) plug is dirty. Clean the plug.
Remedy You have not set the clock (page 19). “--y--m--d” or ” --:--” is displayed. The date of recording will not be displayed if you recorded the message when the clock was not set. There are fewer menu items displayed in the menu. The menu items displayed are different depending on the operation modes (stop mode, playback mode, and recording mode) (pages 80, 81). The remaining time displayed in the display window is shorter than that displayed in the supplied Digital Voice Editor software.
Symptom Remedy While you are charging the batteries, no animation of the battery indicator is displayed. The animation of the battery indicator disappears in the middle of charging. “ ” or “ ” is flashing instead of the battery indicator. The environmental temperature is out of the range for charging. Charge the batteries in an environment with a temperature of 5 °C - 35 °C. The battery life of the rechargeable batteries is short.
Remedy If the IC recorder is required to process excessive amount of data, “UPDATING DATABASE...” may be displayed for an extended period of time. This is not a malfunction of the IC recorder. Wait until the message disappears. You cannot connect the IC recorder to a computer. Refer to the help files of the Digital Voice Editor 3 software. It takes time to start up the IC recorder. When there are many messages stored in the IC recorder, it may take time to start up. This is not a malfunction.
Symptom Remedy A file name is not displayed. Playback sound becomes loud unexpectedly. If an LPEC, MP3, or WMA file has no title, a file name is displayed instead. If you want to display a title, enter it using computer. The title/artist name of an LPCM file cannot be displayed as title/artist name is not supported. In this case a file name is displayed. “V-UP” is set to “MAXIMUM” or “MEDIUM.” Set it to “OFF” (page 85).
Digital Voice Editor Refer to the Help files of the Digital Voice Editor software, too. Symptom Remedy The Digital Voice Editor software cannot be installed. The IC recorder or “Memory Stick” cannot be properly connected. Check that the installation of the software has been successful. Also check the connection as follows: When using an external USB hub, connect the IC recorder directly to the computer. Disconnect and then connect the cable with the IC recorder.
Symptom Remedy Messages cannot be played back./Playback sound volume is too low. 118 No sound board is installed. No speaker is built-in or connected to the computer. The volume of the sound is turned down. Turn up the volume on the computer. (Refer to the instruction manual of the computer.) The volume of WAV files can be changed and saved using the “Increase Volume” feature of the Microsoft Sound Recorder. Saved message files cannot be played back or edited.
Symptom Remedy The software ‘hangs’ when the Digital Voice Editor software starts up. Do not disconnect the connector of the IC recorder while the computer is communicating with the IC recorder. Otherwise the computer operations become unstable or the data inside the IC recorder may be damaged. There may be conflict between the software and other driver or application. Do not install the “Memory Stick Voice Editor” software and the Digital Voice Editor Ver.
Error messages Error message Cause/Remedy BATTERY LOWER-LEVEL You cannot format the memory or erase all the files in a folder because of insufficient battery power. Prepare new batteries to replace the current ones. LOW BATTERY Batteries are exhausted. Replace the old batteries with new ones. Or charge the rechargeable batteries or replace the old rechargeable batteries with new ones. MEMORY FULL The remaining memory capacity of the IC recorder is insufficient.
Error message Cause/Remedy SET DATE&TIME Set the clock; otherwise, you cannot set the alarm. SET ADD/OVERWRITE “ADD/OVERWRITE” in the menu is set to “OFF.” You cannot add a recording or an overwrite recording. NO FILE The selected folder does not have any messages. You cannot move a message or set the alarm, etc., because of this. ALREADY SET You set the alarm to play back a message at a date and time previously set on another message. Change the alarm setting.
Error message Cause/Remedy CANNOT OPERATE 122 If the selected file is an LPCM file or an MP3 file, you cannot add priority marks or bookmarks. If the selected file is a WMA file, you cannot add priority marks or bookmarks, divide a message, add a recording, or overwrite a recording. If “ ” is displayed for the folder indicator, you cannot add priority marks or bookmarks, divide a message, add a recording, or overwrite a recording.
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 messages up to the maximum recording time. If you record messages in a mixture of the recording modes, the recordable time varies from the maximum LPCM 44/16 mode recording time to the maximum LPEC LP mode recording time.
Symptom Cause/Remedy You cannot divide a message while you are recording. If there is insufficient memory available, you may not divide a message. When you divide a message during recording, the recording is interrupted at the beginning of the divided message. Depending on the remaining memory, the recording may be interrupted at the beginning of the divided message.
Additional Information Using a USB AC Adaptor (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. Note Your dealer may not handle some of the optional accessories. Please ask the dealer for detailed information. 1 Connect the USB connecting cable supplied to the (USB) connector of the IC recorder.
When you use the IC recorder for the first time, or after you have not used the IC recorder for a certain time, it is recommended that you charge the batteries repeatedly until “ ” is displayed. If the battery indicator is not displayed, charging has not been done properly. Proceed from step 1 again. * This is an approximation for the time it takes to charge from no remaining battery power to full battery power at room temperature.
During recording (the operation indicator lights or flashes in red) or accessing data (the operation indicator flashes in orange), the IC recorder should not be connected to or disconnected from the USB AC adaptor connected to the AC outlet. the USB AC adaptor connected to the IC recorder should not be connected to or disconnected from the AC outlet. Doing so may damage the data.
On noise Noise may be heard when the unit is placed near an AC power source, a fluorescent lamp or a mobile phone during recording or playback. Noise may be recorded when an object, such as your finger, etc., rubs or scratches the unit during recording. On maintenance To clean the exterior, use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Specifications IC recorder section Capacity (User available capacity) ICD-SX700: 1 GB (approx. 970 MB =1,017,610,240 Byte) ICD-SX800: 2 GB (approx. 1.9 GB =2,047,737,856 Byte) A part of the memory capacity is used as a management area. Recording time*1 See page 32. Bit rates and sampling frequencies for MP3 files*2 Bit rate: 32 - 320 kbps, VBR Sampling frequencies: 16/22.05/24/32/44.1/ 48 kHz *2 The playback of MP3 files recorded using the IC recorder is also supported. Not all encoders are supported.
Input/Output Microphone jack (minijack, stereo) input for plug in power, minimum input level 0.9 mV, 3 kilohms or lower impedance microphone Headphone jack (minijack, stereo) output for 8 - 300 ohms headphones USB connector High-Speed USB compatible Playback speed control (DPC) –75% to +200% Power requirements Two NH-AAA rechargeable batteries: 2.4 V DC Two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries: 3.0 V DC Operating temperature 5˚C - 35˚C Dimensions (w/h/d) (not incl.
Index A A-B Repeat......................................................................58 Adding an Overwrite Recording...............47, 86 Adding a Recording..........................................45, 86 Adjusting the volume......................................29, 54 Alarm..........................................................................67, 87 B D Digital Voice Editor.............................................7, 101 Installing................................................................
I Index to Parts and Controls Display window.....................................................10 Front................................................................................8 Rear..................................................................................9 L LCF function...........................................................41, 83 LPCM 22/16............................................ 17, 30, 32, 82 LPCM 44/16............................................ 17, 30, 32, 82 LPEC LP.........
Message number........................................................10 Monitoring the recording.....................................29 Moving a Message.............................................73, 87 MP3 128k................................................. 17, 30, 32, 82 MP3 192k................................................. 17, 30, 32, 82 MP3 48k.................................................... 17, 30, 32, 82 MP3 file..........................................................
U USB AC adaptor........................................................125 USB charging.................................................................92 USB mass storage device....................................109 V Voice up....................................................................63, 85 VOR function.................................................42, 80, 84 W WMA file................................................................
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