Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Use this Help Guide when you have any questions on how to use your IC recorder. The color of the IC recorder sold in some countries/regions may differ from those shown above. This Help Guide is also available as a PDF, which can be downloaded here.
While the current file information is displayed While the file search categories are displayed Power Charging the IC recorder with a computer Disconnecting the IC recorder from the computer Turning on the IC recorder Turning off the IC recorder Setting the time period before the display screen automatically turns off (Screen Off Timer) Remote control Operating the remote control Checking the operation indicator on the remote control Resetting the remote control Replacing the battery of the remote contro
Default settings for the recording scenes of the Scene Select function Using the recording delay function Recording automatically in response to the input sound volume – the VOR function Playback Playing Playing a file Selecting a file Locating a playback point with the track mark list (Track Mark List) Additional operations available during playback Additional playback operations/settings Reducing noise in the playback audio to make human voices sound clearer – the Clear Voice function Using the transc
Deleting a file Deleting all files in the searched folder or list Deleting a folder Organizing files Moving a file to a different folder Copying a file to a different folder Creating a folder Using track marks Adding a track mark Adding track marks automatically Deleting a track mark Deleting all the track marks in the selected file at one time Dividing files Dividing a file at the current playback point Dividing a file at all the track mark points Changing names Changing a folder name Changing a f
Selecting the clock display format (Time Display) Turning the beep sound on or off (Beep) Using the sleep timer (Sleep Timer) Setting the time period before the IC recorder automatically turns off (Auto Power Off) Resetting all menu settings to the default ones (Reset All Settings) Formatting the memory (Format) Checking the remaining recording time (Available Rec.
Licenses Notice for users Support website Customer support websites If you have problems/Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Restarting the IC recorder Noise The recorded file is noisy and is hard to understand. The recorded file is noisy and you want to record with less noise. A rustling noise is recorded. A buzzing or humming noise is recorded. You hear noise when using the headphones for playback. You hear noise during playback even with the Clear Voice function turned on.
You cannot record a file. Recording is interrupted. Playback The playback volume is low. Playback speed is too fast or too slow. Editing You cannot divide a file. You cannot move a file. You cannot copy a file to a different folder. Track marks are not detected. The folder or file you created is not displayed. Clock The recording date of a file appears as “----/--/--” or “--:--.” Display The remaining recording time on the display window is shorter than the one displayed on the computer.
The playback volume of the computer is low or you hear no audio from the computer. You cannot play or edit stored files. The counter or slider does not operate correctly or you hear noise. Operations slow down as the number of stored files increases. The computer seems to freeze while a file is being saved, added, or deleted. Sound Organizer 2 freezes during start-up.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Parts and controls IC recorder 1. Built-in microphones 2. Operation indicator 3. Display window 4. Bluetooth indicator (*1) 5. USB connector cover 6. USB/Headphone connector (inside the USB connector cover) 7. STOP button 8. HOLD•POWER switch (*2) 9. REC button 10. Clip (*3) *1 *2 The indicator changes in color or flashes to indicate the status of the Bluetooth function or the Bluetooth pairing (device registration).
Remote control 1. /DPC (Digital Pitch Control) button 2. Built-in antenna (*1) 3. STOP button 4. Operation indicator 5. HOLD switch 6. 7. (review/fast backward) button BACK/ HOME button (*2) 8. (play/enter) button (*3) 9. REC button 10. (cue/fast forward) button 11. OPTION button 12. / A-B (repeat A-B) button 13. VOL -/+ (volume -/+) button (*3) 14. T-MARK (track mark) button 15. RESET button (*4) 16. Strap hole (No strap is supplied with your IC recorder.) 17.
*1 *2 *3 *4 *5 When using the remote control, do not cover the built-in antenna, for example with your hand, so as not to disturb the wireless connection with the IC recorder. Press this button once to display the previous screen. Press and hold it to display the HOME menu screen. (play/enter) button and next to “+” on the VOL -/+ (volume -/+) button. There is a tactile dot on the Press this button if the remote control seems not working. A button type lithium battery is already installed.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Using the carrying case Your IC recorder is supplied with a carrying case. You can put the IC recorder and the other supplied items into it and carry them around all together. The following illustration shows how you should store them in the carrying case. 1. Carrying case lid 2. Remote control 3. IC recorder 4. Dedicated headphone cable When a strap (not supplied) is attached to the remote control, put the strap through the hole on the back of the carrying case.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Using the HOME menu On your IC recorder, the HOME menu is the starting point for all functions. The HOME menu allows you to select a function, search for recorded files, or change the settings on the IC recorder. To display the HOME menu, operate the remote control. 1 Press and hold BACK/HOME on the remote control. The HOME menu appears. 2 Press or to select the function you want to use, and then press .
Hint While the HOME menu is on the display window, you can press menu.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Using the OPTION menu You can display the OPTION menu by pressing OPTION on the remote control. The OPTION menu items vary depending on the selected function of your IC recorder. Note The OPTION menu may not appear, depending on the screen on the display window. 1 Operate the remote control to select the function you want to u OPTION. se on the HOME menu, and then press The OPTION menu associated with the selected function appears.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 List of the OPTION menu items The following lists the OPTION menu items. To display the OPTION menu, press OPTION on the remote control. Depending on the operation or condition, some of the items may not be displayed. Record The following menu items are available while: - recording is in progress. - recording is on standby.
End Transcription Playback Mode: Using the transcription playback mode Clear Voice: Reducing noise in the playback audio to make human voices sound clearer – the Clear Voice function Easy Search: Locating the desired playback point quickly (Easy Search) Set Easy Search Skip Time: Locating the desired playback point quickly (Easy Search) Play Mode: Selecting the playback mode Playback Range: Specifying the playback range in the stored file list Delete a File: Deleting a file Protect: Protecting a file Do Not
Changing a folder name Music The following menu items are available while: - playback of a file that is imported from a computer is in progress. - playback of a file that is imported from a computer is on standby.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 About folders and files The following illustrates the structure of folders and files that you can view on your IC recorder. Under “ Recorded Files” “FOLDER01”: Files recorded via the built-in microphones are stored.
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Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 While the HOME menu is displayed The following describes the HOME menu on the display window. Note The above screen is provided for explanatory purposes. It may look different from what you actually see on your IC recorder. 1. HOME menu items You can select one of the following: : Music : Recorded Files : Record : REC Remote : Settings : Back to XX (The function you are currently using is displayed in “XX.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 While recording is in progress or on standby The following describes the display window while recording is in progress or on standby. A: While recording is in progress B: While recording is on standby Note The above screen is provided for explanatory purposes. It may look different from what you actually see on your IC recorder. 1. VOR Indicates that the VOR function is turned on. 2. Scene Select indicator Indicates the recording scene that is currently selected.
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Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 While playback is in progress The following describes the display window during playback. Note The above screens are provided for explanatory purposes. They may look different from what you actually see on your IC recorder. 1. File information Indicates information about the file you are playing. Files recorded with your IC recorder are indicated as follows: : File name: recording date_recording time.file format (e.g.
Indicates the current playback status of your IC recorder.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 While the recording information is displayed You can view the recording information of your IC recorder, including the remaining recording time and the folder setting. To display the recording information, while recording is on standby, select “REC Information” on the OPTION menu, and then press . The following recording information is available: Available Rec. T ime: Remaining time available for recording. Recording Folder: Storage folder for recorded files.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 While the current file information is displayed You can view the information (file length, recording mode, recording date and time etc.) about the recorded file you selected. Note The following screens are provided for explanatory purposes. They may look different from what you actually see on your IC recorder. To view the information about a particular file, select a file you recorded with your IC recorder or a music file and select “File Information” on the OPTION menu.
Sample Rate: Sampling rate for music files. Bit Depth: Bit depth for music files. File Path: Path to the file.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 While the file search categories are displayed When you select “ Recorded Files” or “ appear on the display window. Music” on the HOME menu, the search categories of the stored files Note The following screens are provided for explanatory purposes. They may look different from what you actually see on your IC recorder. When “ Recorded Files” is selected You can select one of the following search categories: Latest Recording : Starts playing the latest recording.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Charging the IC recorder with a computer You can use a computer to charge the battery of your IC recorder. If you use the IC recorder for the first time or you have not used it for an extended period of time, charge the battery until the indicator appears on the display window. It takes about 1 hour (*) to fully charge the exhausted battery. * Approximate time period that requires to charge the exhausted battery at room temperature.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Disconnecting the IC recorder from the computer Be sure to follow the procedure below, otherwise you may not be able to play the files stored on your IC recorder due to data corruption. 1 Make sure that the “Accessing” message is not on the display wi 2 Perform the following operation on the computer ndow . . On the Windows taskbar at the bottom right of the desktop, click the following icon. Then, click “Eject IC RECORDER.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Turning on the IC recorder 1 Slide the HOLD•POWER switch to “ POWER” and hold it until the display window turns on. Hint The Auto Power Off function on your IC recorder is set to “30min” by default to save battery power. If you leave the IC recorder unused for 30 minutes, it will automatically turn off.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Turning off the IC recorder 1 Slide the HOLD•POWER switch to “ POWER” and hold it until “ Power Off” appears on the display window Note To restart your IC recorder, slide the HOLD•POWER switch to “POWER” and hold it for 8 seconds or longer. While the IC recorder is in operation and you restart it, the data that is stored on the IC recorder or the IC recorder settings may be deleted.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Setting the time period before the display screen automatically Timer) turns off (Screen Off The Screen Off Timer function on your IC recorder is set to “30sec” by default to save battery power. If you leave the IC recorder unused for 30 seconds, the display window will turn off, but you can still perform any button operations.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Operating the remote control The following describes the basic operations of the remote control. You can operate your IC recorder only for starting or stopping recording. For the other operations, operate the remote control. Releasing the remote control from the HOLD state The remote control is placed in the HOLD state at your purchase. Before you use the remote control, release it from the HOLD state.
Turning off the remote control The remote control is not equipped with the power button. It automatically turns off if: you leave the remote control unused for about 5 minutes while a wireless connection with the IC recorder is not established. you turn off the IC recorder while a wireless connection with the remote control is established. you leave the remote control unused for about 2 hours while a wireless connection with the IC recorder is established.
12. RESET button Note When the battery of the remote control is running out of power, the color of the operation indicator on the remote control turns from blue to red.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Checking the operation indicator on the remote control The operation indicator on the remote control either flashes or lights depending on the state of the remote control. The following table lists the indications of the operation indicator and the states of the remote control. Indication of the operation indicator Flashes twice in blue (*). Lights in blue (*) for 2 seconds. Flashes four times in blue (*). Stays lit in red. Flashes alternately in blue and red.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Resetting the remote control If the remote control does not work, reset the remote control. To reset it, press the RESET button ( ) on the back of the remote control with the tip of a pen or a straightened paper clip.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Replacing the battery of the remote control When the battery of the remote control is running out of power, the color of the operation indicator on the remote control turns from blue to red to prompt battery replacement. When the battery is worn out, the operation indicator stays lit in red and button operations on the remote control are unavailable. Follow the steps below to replace the battery. Be sure to use the button type lithium battery, CR2032, for replacement.
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Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Registering the remote control with the IC recorder The remote control is already registered with your IC recorder at your purchase. However, you need to register it with the IC recorder once again in certain cases. For example, when the remote control is returned from the repair service, follow the steps below to make device registration. 1 Make sure that the IC recorder is turned off.
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Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Making the initial settings When you turn on your IC recorder for the first time, the “Configure Initial Settings” screen appears on the display window. Operate the remote control to make the initial settings, such as selecting the display language, setting the clock, and turning on/off the beep sound. 1 Slide the HOLD switch away from “ HOLD” to release the remote control from the HOLD state.
The setting window for turning the beep sound on or off is displayed. 7 Press or to select “Y es” or “No” to turn on or off the beep sound, and then press . When the initial settings finish, the completion message and then the HOME menu appears. Note To hear the beep sound, connect the supplied stereo headphones to your IC recorder. The default date display format depends on the country or region of your purchase.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Placing the IC recorder into the HOLD state (HOLD) You can disable all the buttons (HOLD) on your IC recorder in order to prevent unintentional operations while you carry around the IC recorder. 1 Slide the HOLD•POWER switch on the IC recorder to “ HOLD.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Releasing the IC recorder from the HOLD state When your IC recorder is placed in the HOLD state, pressing any button displays “HOLD... Slide HOLD Switch to Activate.” on the display window. Release the IC recorder from the HOLD state before you use it. 1 Slide the HOLD•POWER switch on the IC recorder to the center dot.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Maintaining the moderate volume level (European and Korean mode ls only) The IC recorder limits the maximum volume to allow you to listen to the sound at a moderate volume level when using the headphones. When you try to adjust the volume to a level that exceeds the specified level, the “Check The Volume Level” message appears.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Recording with the built-in microphones The following describes the basic recording steps with the selected sensitivity level of the built-in microphones and recording mode. Note Before you start recording, make sure that your IC recorder and the remote control are released from the HOLD state. You can operate either your IC recorder or the remote control to start recording.
“REC” appears on the display window of the IC recorder to indicate that recording is in progress, and the operation indicator ( ) lights in red. 3 Press STOP to stop recording. The “Saving...” message and then the recording stops. Note While the “Saving...” message is on the display window, your IC recorder is saving the file to the built-in memory. Hint To change the storage folder for recorded files, use the OPTION menu to display the Recording Folder screen while recording is on standby.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Starting recording when the IC recorder is turned off (One-push To start recording when your IC recorder is turned off, press and starts recording. To stop recording, press STOP. recording) REC on the IC recorder. This turns on the IC recorder Note When the HOLD•POWER switch on your IC recorder is in the “HOLD” position, Only REC on your IC recorder activates the one-push recording function. function. REC is disabled.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Monitoring the recording audio It is recommended that you monitor the ongoing recording. To monitor the ongoing record, connect the supplied stereo headphones to your IC recorder with the dedicated headphone cable that is also supplied with the IC recorder. 1 Connect the supplied stereo headphones to the USB/Headphone con nector on the IC recorder with the dedicated headphone cable that is also supplied with the IC rec order .
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Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Changing the storage folder for recorded files By default, the recorded files via the built-in microphones are stored in “FOLDER01” under “ Recorded Files.” To change the default storage folder for recorded files, operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ HOME menu, and then press . 2 Press or Settings” - “Recording Settings” - “Recording Folder to select the desired folder , and then press .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Selecting a recording scene for an individual situation According to a particular recording situation, you can change some recording settings, including the recording mode and the sensitivity level of the built-in microphones, at once by selecting one of the recording scenes (Scene Select). Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 While recording is on standby .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Selecting the recording function (Focused/W ide) Select “Focused” or “Wide” according to your recording scene or purpose. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ HOME menu, and then press . 2 Press or Settings” - “Recording Settings” - “Focused/W to select the desired recording setting, and then press ide” from the .
Turns off the “Focused/Wide” recording function (default setting). Focused: Turns on the “Focused” recording function. Wide: Turns on the “Wide” recording function. Note The “Focused/Wide” recording function is turned off while “Auto” is selected for the sensitivity level of the built-in microphones of your IC recorder.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Tips for better recording Recording conversations Clip your IC recorder onto your clothing, such as the hem of a pocket. For recording conversations, it is suitable to select “Pocket” of the Scene Select function. Recording at a meeting Place your IC recorder close to speakers of the meeting. You can reduce noise (vibrations from the desk, etc.) by placing the IC recorder on a soft cloth, such as a handkerchief.
Recording an interview Place your IC recorder so that the built-in microphones point in the direction of the interviewee. For recording an interview, it is suitable to select “Auto Voice Rec” or “Interview” of the Scene Select function.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Default settings for the recording scenes of the Scene Select f unction By default, the settings for the recording scenes of the Scene Select function are as follows: Auto V oice Rec Pocket Meeting Lecture REC Mode MP3 192kbps MP3 192kbps MP3 192kbps MP3 192kbps Mic Sensitivity Auto Medium Medium Medium Focused/Wide OFF OFF Wide Focused VOR OFF OFF OFF OFF Recording Filter NCF(Noise Cut) LCF(Low Cut) NCF(Noise Cut) NCF(Noise Cut) Voice Notes
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Using the recording delay function You can set your IC recorder to start recording automatically when the specified period of time expires. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 While recording is on standby . menu, and then press 2 Press or , operate the remote control to select “Recording Delay” on the to select the desired period of time, and then press OPTION . You can select from “15sec” to “60min.” The countdown screen is displayed.
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Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Recording automatically in response to the input sound volume – the VOR function You can set your IC recorder to automatically start when the input sound volume reaches the predefined level, and pause when the volume decreases below the level. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ and then press . 2 Press or Settings” - “Recording Settings” - “VOR to select “ ON,” and then press ” from the HOME menu, .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Playing a file You can select a file from the HOME menu for playback. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: Note Your IC recorder is not equipped with built-in speakers. To listen to audio, connect the supplied stereo headphones to your IC recorder with the dedicated headphone cable that is also supplied with the IC recorder. Then, operate the remote control to play a file.
When you stop recording and the recording standby screen is on the display window, you can press just recorded.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Selecting a file You can select a file from the HOME menu for playback or editing. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ press . 2 Select a file search category . Music” or “ Recorded Files ” on the HOME menu, and then Press or to select one of the following file search categories, and then press .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Locating a playback point with the track mark list ( Track Mark List) You can locate a playback point by selecting a track mark on the Track Mark List screen. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 While playback is on standby or in progress, operate the remote OPTION menu, and then press . 2 Press or to the desired track mark, and then press control to select “ Track Mark List” on the . File playback starts from the selected track mark point.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Additional operations available during playback You can operate the remote control to perform the following operations while playback is in progress. To stop at the current position Press STOP. To resume playback from that point, press . To go back to the beginning of the current file Press once. If track marks are added and the Easy Search function is turned off, the previous track mark point toward the beginning of the file is located.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Reducing noise in the playback audio to make human voices sound Clear Voice function clearer – the The Clear Voice function reduces ambient noises to make human voices distinctive. You will hear human voices more clearly in the playback audio. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 While playback is on standby or in progress, operate the remote .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Using the transcription playback mode In the transcription playback mode, you can fast-forward or fast-rewind to search for a particular point as well as use the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) function to slow down the playback speed. This is useful when you want to transcribe a recorded file of a meeting, etc. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 While playback is on standby , operate the remote control to select “ .
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Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Adjusting the playback speed – the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) function You can adjust the playback speed in a range from 0.25 times to 3.00 times. Changing the playback speed does not affect the playback audio. Files will play in natural tones, thanks to digital processing. You can also change the playback speed while your IC recorder is in the transcription playback mode.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Selecting the playback mode You can select the playback mode that suits your needs. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 While playback is on standby or in progress, operate the remote . OPTION menu, and then press 2 Press or to select a playback mode, and then press control to select “ Play Mode ” on the . Description of menu items You can select one of the following items: Normal : Plays the files in the specified range one by one.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Specifying a segment of a file to play repeatedly (A-B repeat) You can specify the starting point A and the finishing point B in a file to play the segment between the specified points repeatedly. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 While playback is on standby or in progress, press point A. 2 Press / / A-B on the remote control to specify the starting A-B again to specify the finishing point B. The specified segment plays repeatedly.
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Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Repeatedly playing the current file (Button-hold repeat playbac k) You can repeat playback of the file you are currently playing with a simple operation. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 While playback is in progress, press and hold on the remote control. appears on the playback screen and the current file plays repeatedly. Note You cannot turn on the button-hold repeat playback function while the A-B repeat playback function is active.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Specifying the playback range in the stored file list You can specify the playback range in the playback file list. The contents in the playback range vary depending on the selected file search category for the recorded files or music. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: Recorded Files ” or “ 1 Operate the remote control to select “ .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Searching forward/backward (Cue/Review) To locate the point from which you want to play, operate the remote control to search forward or backward while playback is on standby or in progress. To search forward (Cue): While playback is on standby or in progress, press and hold want to resume playback. on the remote control and release it at the point you To search backward (Review): While playback is on standby or in progress, press and hold want to resume playback.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Locating the desired playback point quickly ( Easy Search) The Easy Search function helps you quickly locate the point from which you want to play. To quickly locate your desired portion of a long recording, such as a recording of a meeting, specify the time period for forward/reverse skipping. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 While playback is on standby or in progress, operate the remote .
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Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Features of REC Remote With REC Remote installed on a smartphone, you can connect to your IC recorder via a BLUETOOTH® connection and: start/stop recording add track marks change the recording settings Note REC Remote is merely an app designed for audio recording. You cannot use it for playback or sound monitoring during recording. To play recorded audio files, operate your IC recorder.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Getting ready to use REC Remote To use REC Remote, you need to install REC Remote on a smartphone. Note To connect your IC recorder and REC Remote via a wireless connection, you need the latest version of REC Remote. When the smartphone already has REC Remote installed, update it to the latest version. 1 Install REC Remote on the smartphone. 1. Search Google Play or App Store for “REC Remote.” 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install REC Remote on the smartphone.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Establishing a Bluetooth connection between the smartphone and the IC recorder To establish a Bluetooth connection, you need to make device registration (pairing) between a smartphone and the IC recorder in advance. Pairing means having Bluetooth devices registered with each other to establish a wireless connection for the first time. 1 Do the following on your IC recorder .
The device registration (pairing) information is cleared in the following cases. You need to make device registration (pairing) between the devices once again. The settings on the IC recorder, the smartphone, or both devices are reset to the default settings, for example, due to initialization. The device registration (pairing) information is deleted, for example, during the course of a repair service.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Using the smartphone for IC recorder operations When a Bluetooth connection is established, the REC Remote screen appears on the smartphone. 1. Use the recording operation buttons. You can start ( ), pause ( ), or stop ( ) recording. 2. Display the settings screen. To change the recording settings, select the “Recording Settings” tab. 3. View the help. Tap display the REC Remote menu, and then tap “Help” on the menu.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Disconnecting the Bluetooth connection To disconnect the Bluetooth connection between the smartphone and your IC recorder, operate the remote control and follow the step below: Operate the remote control to select “ REC Remote”- “Bluetooth ON/OFF” - “OFF” from the HOME menu of the IC recorder and then press . The Bluetooth indicator on the IC recorder goes out.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Re-establishing the Bluetooth connection (for Android ) To re-establish the Bluetooth connection between the smartphone and your IC recorder, operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ of the IC recorder , and then press . 2 On the smartphone, start REC Remote. REC Remote” - “Bluetooth ON/OFF ” - “ON” from the The Bluetooth connection is re-established with the IC recorder that was previously used.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Re-establishing the Bluetooth connection (for iOS) To re-establish the Bluetooth connection between the iPhone and your IC recorder, operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ of the IC recorder , and then press . 2 On the iPhone, select “ ICD-TX800” on the Bluetooth settings screen. 3 On the iPhone, start REC Remote.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Viewing the Bluetooth information To view the information about the Bluetooth function, operate the remote control and follow the step below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ the IC recorder , and then press .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Deleting a file You can select a file and delete it. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: Note Once you have deleted a file, you will not be able to restore it. 1 Operate the remote control to select a file you want to delete. 2 Select “ Delete a File” on the OPTION menu, and then press . “Delete?” appears and the specified file plays for confirmation. 3 Press or to select “ Yes,” and then press .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Deleting all files in the searched folder or list You can select a folder or list from the file search results and delete all of the contained files. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: Music ” or “ Recorded Files ” on the HOME menu, and then press 1 Operate the remote control to select “ .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Deleting a folder You can select a folder and delete it. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: Music ” or “ Recorded Files ” on the HOME menu, and then 1 Operate the remote control to select “ press . 2 Press or to select “ Folders,” and then press 3 Press or to select the desired folder . 4 Select “ Delete Folder ” on the OPTION menu, and then press . . “Delete?” appears on the display window.
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Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Moving a file to a different folder You can select a file and move it to another folder. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select the file you want to move. 2 While playback is on standby , select “Move File” on the 3 Press or to select the destination folder OPTION menu, and then press , and then press . . “Please Wait” appears and the file will be moved from the source folder to the destination folder.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Copying a file to a different folder You can select a file and copy it to another folder, which is useful in making a backup copy. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select the file you want to copy 2 While playback is on standby , select “File Copy” on the 3 Press or to select the destination folder . OPTION menu, and then press , and then press . .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Creating a folder Recorded files are stored in “FOLDER01” under “ Recorded Files” by default. You can create a new folder and change this default folder to it. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ HOME menu, and then press . 2 Select or Settings” - “Recording Settings” - “Create Folder” from the to select a folder name from the template, and then press A new folder is created.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Adding a track mark You can add a track mark at a point where you want to divide a file later or you want to locate during playback. You can add a maximum of 98 track marks to a single file. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 While recording is in progress, or while playback is in progres remote control at the point you want to add a track mark.
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Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Adding track marks automatically You can add track marks automatically at specified intervals while regular recording is in progress. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ HOME menu, and then press . 2 Press or to select “ Interval ,” and then press 3 Press or to select the interval length and then press Settings” - “Recording Settings” - “Auto T rack Marks ” from the . .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Deleting a track mark You can delete the closest track mark before the point where you stopped playback. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select the file from which you wa 2 Play the file and stop at a point after the track mark you want 3 Select “ Delete Track Marks ” - “This T rack Mark” from the nt to delete track marks. to delete. OPTION menu, and then press . “Delete?” appears on the display window.
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Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Deleting all the track marks in the selected file at one time You can delete all the track marks of the selected file. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select the file from which you wa nt to delete the track marks. 2 Select “ Delete Track Marks ” - “All T rack Marks ” from the OPTION menu, and then press . “Delete All Track Marks?” appears on the display window. 3 Press or to select “ Yes,” and then press .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Dividing a file at the current playback point You can divide a single file into two files. Dividing a file helps you quickly locate the point from which you want to play in a long recording file, such as a meeting recording. You can further divide either of the divided files. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select the file that you want to point where you want to divide the file.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Dividing a file at all the track mark points You can divide a file at all the track mark points. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select the file that you want to divide. 2 While playback is on standby , select “Divide ” - “At All T rack Marks ” from the OPTION menu, and then press . “Divide at All Track Marks?” appears on the display window. 3 Press or to select “ Yes,” and then press .
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Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Changing a folder name You can change the name of the folders for storing the files you record with your IC recorder by selecting a folder name from the template. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: Recorded Files ” on the HOME menu, and then press 1 Operate the remote control to select “ 2 Press or to select “ Folders.” 3 Press or to select the folder which you want to rename.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Changing a file name You can change the name of the files stored under “ Recorded Files” on the HOME menu by adding one of the prefix templates. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select the file that you want to 2 While playback is on standby , select “Change File Name ” on the OPTION menu, and then press 3 Press or to select the desired prefix, and then press rename. . .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Protecting a file To prevent a file from being accidentally deleted or edited, you can protect an important file. A protected file is regarded as a read-only file that you cannot delete or edit. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select the file that you want to protect.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 List of the Settings menu items The following lists the Settings menu items on the HOME menu.
Beep: Turning the beep sound on or off (Beep) Language: Selecting the display language (Language) Date&Time: Setting the clock (Date&Time) Selecting the date display format (Date Display Format) Selecting the clock display format (Time Display) Sleep Timer: Using the sleep timer (Sleep Timer) Auto Power Off: Setting the time period before the IC recorder automatically turns off (Auto Power Off) Reset/Format: Resetting all menu settings to the default ones (Reset All Settings) Formatting the memory (Format)
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Selecting the recording mode ( REC Mode) You can set the recording mode for audio recordings. Set this menu item before you start recording. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ menu, and then press . 2 Press 3 Press and hold BACK/HOME to return to the HOME menu.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Selecting the sensitivity level of the microphones ( Mic Sensitivity) You can select the sensitivity level of the built-in microphones. To reduce ambient and background noises, lower the level of the microphone sensitivity. Set this menu item before you start recording. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: Settings” - “Recording Settings” - “Mic Sensitivity 1 Operate the remote control to select “ HOME menu, and then press .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Reducing noise during recording (Recording Filter) With the Recording Filter function, you can reduce noise in the recordings. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ HOME menu, and then press . 2 Press 3 Press and hold BACK/HOME to return to the HOME menu.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Turning on or off the operation indicator on the IC recorder (LE D) You can set the operation indicator and the Bluetooth indicator to turn on or off during IC recorder operations. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ and then press . 2 Press 3 Press and hold BACK/HOME to return to the HOME menu. or Settings” - “Common Settings” - “LED” from the to select “ ON” or “OFF ,” and then press HOME menu, .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Selecting the display language (Language) You can select the language to be used for messages, menus, folder names, etc. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ menu and then press . 2 Press or Settings” - “Common Settings” - “Language” from the to select the language that you want to use, and then press HOME .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Setting the clock (Date&T ime) You can set the clock of your IC recorder. Be sure to set it before you start recording. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ from the HOME menu, and then press 2 Set the current date and time. Settings” - “Common Settings” - “Date&T Press or to set an item, and then press . Repeat the actions to set all items. To move the focus backward or forward, press the previous item.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Selecting the date display format (Date Display Format) You can select the date display format to suit your preference. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ Settings” - “Common Settings” - “Date&T Format ” from the HOME menu, and then press . 2 Press 3 Press and hold BACK/HOME to return to the or to select the desired format, and then press . HOME menu.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Selecting the clock display format (T ime Display) You can select either the 12-Hour or 24-Hour format. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ from the HOME menu, and then press 2 Press 3 Press and hold BACK/HOME to return to the HOME menu. or Settings” - “Common Settings” - “Date&T . to select the desired format, and then press . To return to the screen before you displayed the HOME menu, press STOP.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Turning the beep sound on or off (Beep ) You can turn the operation beep sound on or off. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: Note To hear the beep sound, connect the supplied stereo headphones to your IC recorder. 1 Operate the remote control to select “ and then press . 2 Press 3 Press and hold BACK/HOME to return to the HOME menu. or Settings” - “Common Settings” - “Beep to select “ ON” or “OFF ,” and then press ” from the HOME menu, .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Using the sleep timer (Sleep T imer) If you set the sleep timer, your IC recorder will turn off automatically when the specified period of time expires. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ menu, and then press . 2 Press or Settings” - “Common Settings” - “Sleep T to select the desired time period, and then press imer” from the HOME .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Setting the time period before the IC recorder automatically tu rns off (Auto Power Off ) You can set your IC recorder to automatically turn off if it is left unused for the specified period time. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ HOME menu, and then press . 2 Press 3 Press and hold BACK/HOME to return to the HOME menu.
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Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Resetting all menu settings to the default ones ( Reset All Settings) You can reset all menu settings to the default ones except for the following: Clock settings (Date&Time) Display language settings (Language) Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 While recording or playback is on standby , operate the remote control to select “ Settings” - “Common Settings” - “Reset/Format” - “Reset All Settings ” from the HOME menu, and then press .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Formatting the memory (Format) You can format the built-in memory of your IC recorder. Formatting the built-in memory will delete all of the stored data and restore the original folder structure at your purchase. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 While recording or playback is on standby , operate the remote control to select “ Settings” - “Reset/Format” - “Format ” from the HOME menu, and then press .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Checking the remaining recording time ( Available Rec. T ime) You can display the remaining recording time in hours, minutes, and seconds. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ HOME menu, and then press . 2 Press and hold BACK/HOME to return to the Settings” - “Common Settings” - “A HOME menu. To return to the screen before you displayed the HOME menu, press STOP.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Checking the information about the IC recorder ( System Information ) You can display the information about your IC recorder, such as the IC recorder's model name and the software version number. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ HOME menu, and then press . 2 Press and hold BACK/HOME to return to the HOME menu.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Connecting the IC recorder to a computer To exchange files between your IC recorder and a computer, connect the IC recorder to the computer. 1 Open the USB connector cover on the side of the IC recorder . Connect the USB/Headphone connector and a USB port on a running computer with the supplied USB cable. 2 Make sure the IC recorder is successfully detected by the compu ter.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Structure of folders and files You can use a computer to view the structure of folders and files of your IC recorder. Connect the IC recorder to the computer and use the Explorer (Windows) or the Finder (Mac) to open “IC RECORDER.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Copying files from the IC recorder to a computer You can copy files and folders from your IC recorder to a computer to store them. 1 Connect the IC recorder to the computer . 2 Copy files or folders you want to transfer to the computer . Drag and drop the files or folders you want to copy from “IC RECORDER” to the local disk on the computer. 3 Disconnect the IC recorder from the computer .
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Copying music files from a computer to the IC recorder You can copy music and audio files (LPCM(.wav) / MP3(.mp3) / WMA(.wma) / AAC-LC(.m4a)) from a computer to your IC recorder by drag and drop. 1 Connect the IC recorder to the computer . 2 Copy the folder containing music files to the IC recorder . Open the Explorer (Windows) or the Finder (Mac) and drag and drop the folder containing music files to the REC_FILE folder or the MUSIC folder.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Playing music files on the IC recorder that were copied from a computer You can play the music files that you copied from a computer on your IC recorder. Operate the remote control and follow the steps below: 1 Operate the remote control to select “ and then select a file.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Using the IC recorder as a USB storage device You can connect your IC recorder to a computer and use it as a USB storage device. To use the IC recorder as a USB storage device, you need a computer that meets the system requirements. For more information, see System requirements.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 What you can do with Sound Organizer 2 (for W indows only) You can install Sound Organizer 2 using the installer file (SoundOrganizer_V2001.exe) stored on the built-in memory of your IC recorder. Sound Organizer 2 allows you to exchange files with the IC recorder. You can play songs imported from other media (music CDs, etc.) and audio files (MP3 files, etc.) imported from another computer as well as transfer them to the IC recorder.
You can delete files stored on your IC recorder. When you want increase the remaining free space on the IC recorder or you find unnecessary files on the IC recorder, you can directly delete files from Sound Organizer 2. Transferring files to the IC recorder You can transfer music and audio files from Sound Organizer 2 to the built-in memory of your IC recorder and enjoy them on the IC recorder.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 System requirements for Sound Organizer 2 The following lists the system requirements for Sound Organizer 2. Operating systems Windows 10 Windows 8.1 Windows 7 Service Pack 1 or higher Note One of the above operating systems should be pre-installed at shipment. Upgraded operating systems or multi-boot environments are not supported. IBM PC/AT or compatible CPU Windows 7/Windows 8.1/Windows 10: Processor of 1.66 GHz or higher Memory Windows 7/Windows 8.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Installing Sound Organizer 2 (for W indows only) Install Sound Organizer 2 on a computer. Note Be sure to install Sound Organizer 2 on the computer that has already Sound Organizer (Ver. 1.6) installed as well. When installing Sound Organizer 2, log in to an account with administrator privileges. Also, if you are using Windows 7/Windows 8.1 and the [User Account Control] window appears, confirm the contents of the window and then click [Yes].
3 Double-click [IC RECORDER] - [ FOR WINDOWS]. 4 Double-click [SoundOrganizer_V2001] (or [ SoundOrganizer_V2001.exe]). Depending on the version of your operating system, the setup preparation process (file extraction) may start automatically without showing any notice. In such a case, follow the on-screen instructions. 5 When the [ Welcome to Sound Organizer 2 Installer ] window appears, click [ Next].
9 When the [ Sound Organizer 2 has been installed successfully .] window appears, make sure that [ Sound Organizer 2 Now ] is selected, and then click [ Finish ]. Note You may need to restart the computer after you installed Sound Organizer 2.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The Sound Organizer 2 window (for W indows only) 1. Help Displays the help of Sound Organizer 2. For details on operations, refer to respective help topics. 2. The file list of Sound Organizer 2 (My Library) Displays a list of files included in My Library of Sound Organizer 2 in accordance with a particular operation. Recording Files: Displays a list of recording files. Files that you recorded with your IC recorder appear in this library when they are imported.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 System requirements To connect your IC recorder to a computer or use it as a USB storage device, the computer must meet the following system requirements. For using Sound Organizer 2 on the computer, see System requirements for Sound Organizer 2. Operating systems Windows 10 Windows 8.1 Windows 7 Service Pack 1 or higher macOS (v10.9-v10.12) Note One of the above operating systems should be pre-installed at shipment.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Technical specifications Specifications of the IC recorder Capacity (User available capacity) (*1) (*2) 16 GB (approx. 12.80 GB = 13,743,895,347 Byte) Maximum number of recorded files (for a folder) 199 files Maximum number of files 5,000 files (including folders) LPCM 44.
File extension: .wav Communication system: Bluetooth specification version 4.0 Bluetooth specifications Frequency band: 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz - 2.4835 GHz) Modulation method: FHSS Compatible Bluetooth profile (*7): SPP Headphone connector (USB micro-B) Recommended impedance: 16 Ω Input/Output USB connector (USB micro-B), High-Speed USB compatible Playback speed control (DPC ) 3.00 times - 0.25 times: MP3/WMA/AAC-LC/LPCM Power requirements DC 3.
Battery life Approx. 1 year (*3) Operating temperature: 5 °C - 35 °C (41 °F - 95 °F) Operating humidity: 25 % - 75 % Ambient conditions Storage temperature: -10 °C - +45 °C (14 °F - 113 °F) Storage humidity: 25 % - 75 % Dimensions (w/h/d) (not incl. projecting parts and controls) Mass *1 *2 *3 *4 Approx. 38.0 mm × 38.0 mm × 10.8 mm (1.50 in. × 1.50 in. × 0.43 in.) (Width/Height/Depth) (JEITA) (*4) Approx. 15 g (0.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Maximum recording time The following lists the maximum recording time (*1) (*2) per memory by recording mode (recording scene). The maximum recording time is estimated, provided that all the folders in the memory are used. Built-in memory REC Mode (REC Scene) (*3) Maximum recording time LPCM 44.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Maximum playback time/number of music files The following lists the maximum playback time of a music file and the number of music files (*) by bit rate. Bit rate * Playback time Number of files 128 kbps 238 hours 3,570 files 256 kbps 119 hours 1,785 files Provided that MP3 files of 4 minutes each are transferred to the IC recorder.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Battery life The following lists the battery life(*) of the built-in rechargeable battery by REC Mode. Built-in rechargeable battery life of the IC recorder REC Mode * Recording Playback with the headphones Recording with REC Remote LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit Approx. 12 hours Approx. 10 hours Approx. 6 hours MP3 192kbps Approx. 15 hours Approx. 12 hours Approx. 6 hours MP3 128kbps Approx. 15 hours Approx. 12 hours Approx. 6 hours MP3 48kbps(MONO) Approx.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Precautions On power IC Recorder DC 3.7V : the built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery DC 5.0V : when charged using USB Rated current consumption : 500mA Remote Control DC 3V : CR2032 (Button type lithium battery) On safety Do not operate the unit while driving, cycling or operating any motorized vehicle. On handling Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.
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. Then use a soft dry cloth to wipe the exterior. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Safety regulations 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. Do not dismantle, open or shred secondary cells or batteries. Do not expose cells or batteries to heat or fire. Avoid storage in direct sunlight. In the event of a cell leaking, do not allow the liquid to come in contact with the skin or eyes.
lead. By ensuring these products and batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Trademarks Microsoft, Windows and Windows Media are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Google Play and Android are trademarks of Google Inc. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPod, iPod touch, iTunes, Mac, iOS and macOS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Licenses MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary. Notes on the License This IC recorder comes with software that are used based on licensing agreements with the owners of that software.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Notice for users All rights reserved. This Help Guide or the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated or reduced to any machine readable form without prior written approval from Sony Corporation.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Customer support websites Please access the following support home page to get the support information about your IC recorder: For customers in Europe: http://www.sony.eu/DNA For customers in Latin America: http://www.sony-latin.com/index.crp For customers in the U.S.A.: http://www.sony.com/recordersupport For customers in Canada: http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport For customers in China: https://service.sony.com.cn For customers in other countries/regions: http://www.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Troubleshooting Before taking your IC recorder for repair, check it as follows. Check the items listed in “Troubleshooting.” Charge the IC recorder. Some problems may be solved when you charge the built-in rechargeable battery of the IC recorder. Restart the IC recorder. Reset the remote control. Replace the battery of the remote control. Check the Sound Organizer 2 help. For details on the operation of Sound Organizer 2, refer to the Sound Organizer 2 help.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Restarting the IC recorder When a problem persists after you have checked all corrective actions listed in the “Troubleshooting” topics, you may be able to solve the problem by restarting your IC recorder. Slide the HOLD•POWER switch to “POWER” and holding it for 8 seconds or longer ( ). When the display window turns off, the restart process begins. Release the HOLD•POWER switch.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The recorded file is noisy and is hard to understand. Ambient noise is recorded as well as human voices. If you apply the Clear Voice function (“Clear Voice 1” or “Clear Voice 2,”) to the playback audio, ambient noise in all frequency bands (noise from projectors or air conditioners, etc.) will be reduced to make human voices distinctive, and you will hear human voices more clearly.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The recorded file is noisy and you want to record with less noi se. With the Recording Filter function (“NCF(Noise Cut)” or “LCF(Low Cut)”), you can reduce noise in the recordings. Additionally, you can use the Scene Select function to change some recording settings, including the recording mode and the sensitivity level of the built-in microphones, at once by selecting one of the recording scenes.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 A rustling noise is recorded. If you accidentally touch your IC recorder or let an object come in contact with it while recording is in progress, rustling noises may be recorded. Keep your hand away from the IC recorder until you finish recording.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 A buzzing or humming noise is recorded. A buzzing or humming noise may be recorded if your IC recorder is placed near an AC power source, a fluorescent lamp, or a mobile phone during recording or playback. Keep the IC recorder away from such devices when recording.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 You hear noise when using the headphones for playback. The plug of the connected headphones is dirty. Clean the plug.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 You hear noise during playback even with the Clear V While playback of the files in “ oice function turned on. Music” is in progress, the Clear Voice function does not work.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The IC recorder does not turn on or pressing any button on the work. IC recorder does not The built-in rechargeable battery in the IC recorder is running out of power. Charge the built-in rechargeable battery. Your IC recorder is turned off. Slide the HOLD•POWER switch to “POWER” and hold it until the display window turns on. Your IC recorder is placed in the HOLD state. Slide the HOLD•POWER switch to the center dot.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The IC recorder does not turn off. Slide and hold the HOLD•POWER switch to “POWER” and hold it until “Power Off” appears on the display window.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The IC recorder automatically turns off. The Auto Power Off function on your IC recorder is set to “30min” by default to save battery power. If you leave the IC recorder unused for 30 minutes, it will automatically turn off. You can change the current setting with the Settings menu. When the time period that is specified for the sleep timer expires, your IC recorder automatically turns off. (By default, the sleep timer is set to “OFF.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The battery life of the IC recorder is short. The battery life listed in this Help Guide may shorten depending on the usage of your IC recorder. Your IC recorder still consumes slight battery power while no operations are in progress. If you do not intend to use the IC recorder for an extended period of time, it is recommended that you turn the power off. It is also recommended that you set “Auto Power Off” to a shorter period of time.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The battery of the IC recorder does not charge when the IC reco computer . rder is connected to a When your IC recorder is connected to a computer which is not running, the battery will not charge. When the computer is in a power saving mode (standby or sleep), it will not charge, either. Disconnect your IC recorder from the computer and connect it once again. Check the system requirements of your IC recorder.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The battery indicator does not appear on the display window or middle of charging. Connection to the USB/Headphone connector on your IC recorder is loose.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The charge error indicator is flashing where the battery indica displayed. tor should be If appears and flashes instead of the battery indicator, the ambient temperature is out of the range for charging the battery. Charge the battery under the temperature of 5 °C - 35 °C (41 °F - 95 °F).
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The remote control does not turn on or pressing any button on t does not work. he remote control Try the following: Release the remote control from the HOLD state. Press the RESET button on the back of the remote control. Make sure that the battery of the remote control is placed with the positive (+) terminal side facing up. Replace the battery of the remote control. Make sure that your IC recorder is turned on. Restart your IC recorder.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The operation indicator on the remote control flashes and press remote control does not work. ing any button on the The operation indicator on the remote control either flashes or lights depending on the state of the remote control. For details, see Checking the operation indicator on the remote control.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The battery life of the remote control is short. The battery life listed in this Help Guide may shorten depending on the usage of the remote control. You are using the remote control under the temperature of 5 °C (41 ºF) or below where the battery wears quickly. This is due to the characteristics of the battery and does not indicate a malfunction.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The IC recorder does not operate correctly . You may have formatted the built-in memory of your IC recorder with a computer. Be sure to use the IC recorder for formatting.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The operation indicator does not light. “LED” is set to “OFF.” Set “LED” to “ON.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 You cannot record a file. The remaining recording time is insufficient. Related Topic Checking the remaining recording time (Available Rec.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Recording is interrupted. The VOR function is turned on. To turn off the VOR function, set “VOR” to “OFF.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The playback volume is low . The recording volume may be low. Check the sensitivity level of the built-in microphones and the Scene Select setting.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Playback speed is too fast or too slow . The DPC (Digital Pitch Control) setting is set to “ON,” and you have changed the playback speed. Set the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) setting to “OFF,” or change the playback speed to normal.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 You cannot divide a file. You need a certain amount of free space in the built-in memory to divide a file. Because of the system limitations, you may not be able to divide a file at the very beginning or at the very end of the file. You cannot divide files other than those recorded by the IC recorder (e.g. a file transferred from a computer).
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 You cannot move a file. You cannot move files in “ Music” to another folder in the built-in memory.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 You cannot copy a file to a different folder You cannot copy files in “ . Music” to another folder in the built-in memory.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Track marks are not detected. Your IC recorder may fail to detect the track marks that are added by any IC recorder model other than ICD-TX800. Use Sound Organizer 2 to copy such a file to the IC recorder.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The folder or file you created is not displayed. If you have created a folder or file on the computer, your IC recorder may fail to detect it depending on where you created it. For more information, see Structure of folders and files.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The recording date of a file appears as “----/--/--” or “ --:--.” The file may have been recorded by a model of the IC recorder other than ICD-TX800. The date and time recording format varies depending on the model.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The remaining recording time on the display window is shorter t displayed on the computer . han the one As the remaining recording time on the display window is calculated by subtracting the memory capacity required for system operations from the remaining built-in memory capacity, it may not be consistent with the one that Sound Organizer 2 shows on the computer.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The “ Memory Full ” message appears and you cannot start recording. The built-in memory is full. Delete unnecessary files from the built-in memory, or copy some files to a computer and delete the files.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The “ File Full” message appears and you cannot operate the IC record er. With the built-in memory, your IC recorder is capable of storing up to 5,000 folders and files all together in total. Delete unnecessary files from the built-in memory, or copy some files to a computer and delete the files.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 A folder or file name appears in unreadable characters. Some characters you use on Windows Explorer or Mac Finder are not supported by your IC recorder. Folder and file names containing such characters appear in unreadable characters on the IC recorder.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Copying a file takes time. If the size of a file is large, it takes a considerable time to finish copying. Wait until the copying finishes.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The IC recorder is not detected by the computer and you cannot from the computer . transfer folders/files Disconnect your IC recorder from the computer and connect it once again. If your IC recorder is connected to the computer with a USB hub (not supplied) or a USB extension cable (not supplied), remove the hub or cable and connect the IC recorder to a USB port on the computer directly with the supplied USB cable.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The file you transferred from the computer does not appear on t you cannot play the file. he IC recorder and Your IC recorder is capable of displaying up to 8 folder levels. Your IC recorder supports the LPCM (.wav), MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma), and AAC-LC (.m4a) formats. Files in other formats may not be detected by the IC recorder. See the technical specifications of your IC recorder.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The computer does not start. If you start the computer with your IC recorder connected to the computer, the computer may freeze or may not start properly. Disconnect the IC recorder from the computer and start the computer once again.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 You cannot make device registration (pairing) between the IC rec smartphone. order and a Your IC recorder and the smartphone are too apart from each other. Bring them closer (within one meter (3.3 feet) from each other) and try it once again.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 You cannot establish a Bluetooth connection. Your IC recorder is turned off. Turn on the IC recorder and the smartphone, and then make sure that the Bluetooth function is turned on. The battery of your IC recorder is running low or almost out of power. Charge the battery with a running computer. The Bluetooth pairing information on your IC recorder or the smartphone is deleted due to initialization (settings, built-in memory, etc.).
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 You cannot install Sound Organizer 2. The capacity of the computer's hard disk is insufficient. Check the hard disk capacity. You cannot install Sound Organizer 2 on the computer with the operating system that is not supported by the software. Install the software on the computer with the supported operating system. You are attempting to log on to Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10 with a Guest account.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The IC recorder is not detected by Sound Organizer 2. Check if the software is successfully installed, and then check the connections with your IC recorder as follows: When you are using a USB hub, remove the hub and connect the IC recorder directly to a USB port on the computer directly with the supplied USB cable. Disconnect the supplied USB cable from the USB/Headphone connector on the IC recorder and connect it back again.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The playback volume of the computer is low or you hear no audio from the computer . The computer has no sound board. The computer has no built-in speakers or no external speakers are connected. The volume of the computer is turned off. Turn up the volume of the computer. (Refer to the instruction manual of the computer.) You can change the volume of WAV files and save them using the Increase Volume feature of the Microsoft Sound Recorder.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 You cannot play or edit stored files. Sound Organizer 2 is only capable of playing files in the supported format. Depending on the file format, you cannot use part of editorial features of the software. Refer to the help files of Sound Organizer 2.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The counter or slider does not operate correctly or you hear no ise. You may be attempting to play one of the divided files. Save the file on the computer (*), and then transfer it to your IC recorder. The file data will be optimized. * Select one of the file formats supported by the IC recorder to save the file.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Operations slow down as the number of stored files increases. Regardless of the recording length of files, operations slow down as the total number of files stored on your IC recorder increases.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 The computer seems to freeze while a file is being saved, added It takes a longer time to copy or delete a large file. Wait until the copying or deleting finishes. 4-699-323-31(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 204 , or deleted.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 Sound Organizer 2 freezes during start-up. While the computer is accessing your IC recorder, do not disconnect any cables as it may cause unstable computer operations or data corruption. There may be a conflict between Sound Organizer 2 and another driver or application.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 List of messages HOLD... Slide HOLD Switch to Activate. All the buttons are disabled because your IC recorder is in the HOLD state to prevent unintentional operations. Slide the HOLD•POWER switch to the center dot to release the IC recorder from the HOLD state. (See Releasing the IC recorder from the HOLD state.) Low Battery Level You cannot format the memory or delete all the files in a folder because of insufficient battery power.
(See Formatting the memory (Format).) If the above actions do not work, consult your nearest Sony dealer. No File The folder you selected does not contain any files. There is no file that you move or copy. No Track Marks The file you selected does not have any track marks that you can delete. Selecting “At All Track Marks” for “Divide” with the OPTION menu does not work, either. Cannot Add Additional Folders The sum of folders and files has reached the limit. You cannot create any more files.
This data is not in a file format that is supported by your IC recorder. The IC recorder supports LPCM(.wav)/MP3 (.mp3)/WMA(.wma)/AAC-LC(.m4a) files. (See Technical specifications.) Invalid Operation A file system error was detected in the built-in memory. It may have been formatted by a computer. Use your IC recorder to format the built-in memory. (See Formatting the memory (Format).) The built-in memory has a bad block. You cannot write data on the card. You need to repair your IC recorder.
While a Bluetooth connection is established between your IC recorder and a smartphone, you cannot make device registration (pairing) with another smartphone. Disconnect the Bluetooth connection and try again. (See Re-establishing the Bluetooth connection (for Android).) (See Re-establishing the Bluetooth connection (for iOS).) Bluetooth Disconnected After a Bluetooth connection was established between your IC recorder and a smartphone, the smartphone disconnected the connection.
Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-TX800 System limitations Due to some system limitations on your IC recorder, you may encounter the following issues that do not indicate malfunctions. Music files are not displayed in the sequence you expected or y sequence. ou cannot play them in that The music files you transferred from a computer to your IC recorder are sorted by meta-data track number or file name. A recording file is divided automatically .