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WARNING........................................................5 Notice for users.................................................6 Table of Contents Table of Contents Playing Files Basic Playback .......................................35 Checking the Parts and Controls ............7 Using the Display Window.......................9 Preventing Unintentional Operations (HOLD)................................................14 Maintaining the Moderate Volume Level (AVLS) (For European models only).........
Making Settings for the Menu................63 Menu Settings.........................................64 Using the IC Recorder with Your Computer.............................................77 Connecting the IC recorder to your computer..............................................78 Structure of folders and files..........................79 Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer..............................................81 Copying Files from the IC Recorder to Your Computer...............
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Preparing the Recorder Preparing the recorder Front Table of Contents Checking the Parts and Controls Operation indicator Display window STOP button REC (record)/PAUSE button (folder) button Control button (, / (review/fast backward), (cue/fast forward)) (play)/ENT (enter) button* (microphone) jack* (headphone) jack ERASE button VOL (volume) –/+* button (repeat) A-B button T-MARK (Track mark) button MENU/NOISE CUT button * These buttons
Preparing the Recorder Strap hole (A strap is not supplied.
Preparing the Recorder Display when stopped The above window and the other windows in this section display indications, numbers, or items for explanatory purposes. The actual windows may differ from those displayed here. Newly arriving podcast indication Scene select indication Displays the currently selected scene used for recording. Appears when a scene is set.
Preparing the Recorder Displays as follows when the IC recorder cannot get the recording mode. : Unknown Table of Contents Elapsed time/Remaining time/ Recording date and time indication Protect indicator Appears when the protection is set for a file. Index Track mark indicator Displays the track mark number just before the current position. Appears when a track mark is set for a file. LCF (Low Cut Filter) indicator Appears when “LCF(Low Cut)” is set to “ON” in the menu.
Preparing the Recorder Display during playback Recording level guide display Displays the recording level and the optimum level for recording. Play mode indicator 1: Appears when a file is played back. : Appears when files in one folder are played back continuously. ALL: Appears when all the files are played back continuously. 1: Appears when one file is played back repeatedly. : Appears when files in one folder are played back repeatedly.
Preparing the Recorder Display of the current date and time Table of Contents Display in the HOLD status Index HOLD indicator Appears when the IC recorder is in the HOLD status to prevent unintentional operations. To release the HOLD status, slide the HOLD•POWER switch towards the center ( p. 14). Current date display Displays the current date (year, month, and day) for 3 seconds when you press STOP in the stop mode. e.g.
Preparing the Recorder Tabs Displays the types (recordable or playback-only) of areas available: (Voice): Recordable area used to manage files recorded with the IC recorder. (Music): Playback-only area used to manage music files transferred from your computer. (Podcast): Playback-only area used to manage podcast files transferred from your computer.
Preparing the Recorder You can disable all the buttons (HOLD) in order to prevent unintentional operations when you carry the IC recorder, etc. Slide the HOLD•POWER switch in the direction of “HOLD” to disable the buttons while the power is on. “HOLD” will appear for approximately 3 seconds, indicating that all the button operations are disabled. To enable the button operations Slide the HOLD•POWER switch towards the center.
Preparing the Recorder (For European models only) When “AVLS” is set to “ON” When you try to adjust the volume to a level that exceeds the AVLS-specified level, the “AVLS” indicator lights. You cannot adjust the volume to a level that exceeds the limit. Note “AVLS” is set to “ON” when you purchase the IC recorder. If you want to turn off the function and play back files at the original volume, use the menu to set “AVLS” to “OFF.
Preparing the Recorder Table of Contents Turning the IC Recorder On Inserting a battery Note You cannot charge a battery with the IC recorder. When to replace the battery The battery indicator on the display shows the battery condition in an animation. Battery remain indication : “Low Battery Level” appears. Replace the current battery with a new alkaline battery or fully charged rechargeable battery. : “Low Battery” appears and the IC recorder will stop operation.
Preparing the Recorder Table of Contents Turning the power on Index Slide and hold the HOLD•POWER switch in the direction of “POWER” until the window display appears. The “Accessing...” animation is displayed, and the IC recorder is turned on. Turning the power off Slide and hold the HOLD•POWER switch in the direction of the “POWER” until “Power Off ” animation is displayed. The IC recorder is turned off.
Preparing the Recorder Table of Contents Setting the Clock You need to set the clock to use the alarm function or record the date and time. , /ENT , When you insert a battery for the first time, or when you insert a battery after the IC recorder has been without a battery for more than 1 minute, the “Set Date&Time” animation appears, and then the year section begins to flash in the clock setting display window. Set year, month, day, hour and minute.
Preparing the Recorder Table of Contents Setting the clock using the menu STOP , Index /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT , While the IC recorder is in the stop mode, you can set the clock using the menu. Select “Date&Time” in the menu. Press MENU/NOISE CUT to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. Press , and then press or to select the tab, and then press /ENT. Press or to select “Date&Time,” and then press /ENT.
Preparing the Recorder Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Notes If there is no operation for 1 minute or longer between steps, the clock setting is canceled and the window will return to the display of the stop mode. The time is displayed either in 12-Hour with “AM” or “PM,” or in 24-Hour, depending on the “Time Display” setting in the menu. The default setting differs depending on the country or region you purchased the IC recorder.
Preparing the Recorder /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT , You can select the language to be used for messages, menus, folder names, file names, etc. Press MENU/NOISE CUT. Select the “Language,” and then press /ENT. tab Press or to select the language that you want to use, and then press /ENT. Press STOP to exit the menu mode.
Preparing the Recorder Table of Contents Selecting a Folder, File, and Tab Selecting a folder and a file /ENT , You can select a folder and a file for recording, playing or editing as follows: Press . The folder selection window is displayed. Select a folder. Press or to select the desired folder, and then press /ENT. Hint To display the files contained in the selected folder, press or to select the desired folder, and then press .
Preparing the Recorder Table of Contents Selecting a tab /ENT The recordable area and the playback-only area of folders stored on the IC recorder are managed separately, and are displayed with tabs. To select a folder, you can move to the desired area by selecting a tab as follows: Press . The folder selection window is displayed. Press , and then press or to select the , , or tab. Only the tab will be displayed when you purchase the IC recorder.
Recording Files Recording Files Table of Contents Basic Recording Operation indicator Built-in microphones (L/R) Index HOLD•POWER REC/PAUSE /ENT STOP The following are the basic recording procedures using the specified microphone sensitivity and recording mode. Note Noise may be recorded if an object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubs or scratches the IC recorder during recording.
Recording Files Recording level guide About the recording level guide During recording, the recording level guide is displayed. The upper meter shows the current input level during recording. The white bar in the lower meter shows the optimum input level for recording.
Recording Files Table of Contents Stopping the recording Press STOP. Note while accessing The IC recorder is recording data and storing it on the memory when the “Accessing...” animation appears on the display. While the IC recorder is accessing data, do not remove the battery or connect or disconnect the USB AC adaptor (not supplied). Doing so may damage the data. Other operations To Do this pause recording* Press REC/PAUSE.
Recording Files Table of Contents Changing the Recording Settings Selecting a recording scene for each situation /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT , According to various recording scene, you can change the items for recording, such as REC Mode ( p. 67), Mic Sensitivity ( p. 67), etc., to the recommended settings in bulk. You can change the settings for each item. In the stop mode, press MENU/NOISE CUT. Select the tab “Scene Select,” and then press /ENT.
Recording Files There are ways of making better recordings other than using scene selection. Table of Contents Recording at a meeting By placing the IC recorder on a handkerchief, etc. substituting for a stand, you can record with clear, low-noise sound, without vibration noise from the desk. Index Tips for better recording Recording a voice note By placing the IC recorder close to one side of your mouth, you can prevent breathing on the built-in microphones, and record with clear sound.
Recording Files In the stop mode, press MENU/NOISE CUT. Select the Table of Contents Changing the Scene Select settings tab “Scene Edit,” and then press /ENT. Index Press or to select the scene you want to change the settings, and then press /ENT. Press or to select “Edit from Current Setting” or “Edit,” and then press /ENT. Press or to select the item you want to change, and then press /ENT. Press or to select a setting item, and then press /ENT.
Recording Files In the stop mode, press MENU/NOISE CUT. Select the tab Table of Contents Changing the Scene Select setting to the default values “Scene Edit,” and then press /ENT. the default values, and then press /ENT. Select “Set Default Value,” and then press /ENT. “Default Value?” will be displayed. Press or to select “Execute,” and then press /ENT. The menu item settings of the selected scene will be set to the default values. Press STOP to exit the menu mode.
Recording Files REC/PAUSE /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT , You can set the VOR (Voice Operated Recording) function to “ON,” to make the IC recorder start recording when the IC recorder detects sound that exceeds a specified level, and pause when sound falls to a level lower than a specified level. In the stop or recording mode, press MENU/NOISE CUT. Select the ENT. tab “VOR,” and then press / Press or to select “ON,” and then press /ENT.
Recording Files Table of Contents Recording via Other Devices Recording with an external microphone jack STOP REC/PAUSE /ENT , In the stop mode, connect an external microphone to the jack. “Select Input” appears in the display window. If “Select Input” is not displayed, set it in the menu ( p. 68). Press or to select “MIC IN,” and then press /ENT. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.
Recording Files Table of Contents Recording from other equipment Radio cassette recorder, tape recorder, etc. Index jack STOP REC/PAUSE , /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT You can make music files without using the computer by recording sound/ music from other equipment such as a radio cassette recorder, a tape recorder, etc. connected to the IC recorder. When you select “Audio IN” from the “Scene Select” menu, the settings suitable for recording from other equipment are already selected ( p. 27).
Recording Files Press or to select “Audio IN,” and then press /ENT. Press REC/PAUSE to start recording. “ ” flashes and the IC recorder enters the recording pause mode. Start playback on the piece of equipment connected to the IC recorder. “ ” appears on the display and synchronized recording starts. When no sound is detected for more than 2 seconds, “Dividing...” appears and then “ ” begins to flash. The synchronized recording pauses.
Playing Files Playing Files HOLD•POWER Table of Contents Basic Playback VOL−/+ , /ENT Slide the HOLD•POWER switch in the direction of “POWER” to turn on the IC recorder ( p. 17), or towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status ( p. 14). The stop mode window appears. Select the desired file to be played back ( p.22). If you do not select a file, the file just recorded will be played back. Press /ENT.
Playing Files Do this stop at the current position (Playback Pause function) Press /ENT. To resume playback from that point, press /ENT again. go back to the beginning of the current file go back to previous files Press once.*1*2 skip to the next file Press once.*1*2 skip to the succeeding files Press repeatedly. (During the stop mode, keep the button pressed to skip the files continuously.*3) Press repeatedly.
Playing Files File information Press or to check the file information during playback. A file recorded using the IC recorder is displayed as follows. : Folder name: FOLDER01-FOLDER05 : File name: Date_file number (e.g., 120101_001) : Artist name (e.g., My Recording) : Title name: Date_file number (e.g., 120101_001) Counter information You can select the display mode in the menu ( p. 73).
Playing Files STOP /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT , When the noise cut function is effective in the playback mode, ambient noise other than the human voice is reduced. A file is played back with clear sound quality because the noise of all frequency bands including a human voice is reduced. To set the noise cut level In the stop or playback mode, press and hold MENU/NOISE CUT for approximately 2 seconds or longer. The “Noise Cut” setting window will be displayed.
Playing Files Table of Contents Adjusting the playback speed – the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) function Index , You can adjust the playback speed in a range from 0.50 times to 2.00 times. The file is played back in natural tones by means of a digital processing function. Slide the DPC(SPEED CTRL) switch to “ON.” During playback, press or to adjust the playback speed. The speed decreases by 0.05 times (from ×0.50 to ×1.00). The speed increases by 0.10 times (from ×1.00 to ×2.00).
Playing Files Table of Contents Selecting the sound effect STOP , Index /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT , You can set the effect you want for the playback in the menu. In the stop or playback mode, press MENU/NOISE CUT. Select the ENT. tab “Effect,” and then press / Press or to select effect you want for the playback, and then press /ENT. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Option items Description Pop Stresses middle ranges, ideal for vocals.
Playing Files Set “Effect” to “Custom” in step on page 40 , and then press Table of Contents When you adjust the sound level for the 100 Hz, Index To set your favorite sound level /ENT. The custom setting window will be displayed. 300 Hz, 1 kHz, 3 kHz, and 10 kHz bands, press or to move to the band to the left or right, and then press or . The setting can be adjusted in 7 steps from –3 to +3. Press /ENT. Press STOP to exit the menu mode.
Playing Files Table of Contents Selecting the play mode STOP A-B Index /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT , You can select the play mode in the menu. In the stop or playback mode, press MENU/NOISE CUT. Select the press /ENT. tab “Play Mode,” and then Press or to select “1,” “ ,” “ALL,” “ 1,” “ then press /ENT. ,” or “ ALL,” and Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Option items Description/reference page 1 A file is played back. Files in one folder are played back continuously.
Playing Files During playback, press “A-B B?” is displayed. A-B to specify the starting point A. “ A-B again to specify the finishing point B. A-B” is displayed and the specified section is played back repeatedly. To resume normal playback: Press /ENT. To stop A-B repeat playback: Press STOP. To change the segment specified for A-B repeat playback: During A-B repeat playback, press A-B again to specify a new starting point A. Then specify a new finishing point B, as in step .
Playing Files Table of Contents Convenient Playback Methods (headphone) jack Index , Listening with better sound quality To listen with the headphones: Connect the supplied stereo headphones to the (headphone) jack. The built-in speaker will be automatically disconnected. To listen from an external speaker: Connect an active or passive speaker to the (headphone) jack.
Playing Files Table of Contents Quickly locating the point you wish to start playback – Easy search function STOP Index , /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT , When “Easy Search” is set to “ON” in the menu, you can go back for the specified reverse skip time by pressing once, and can go forward for the specified forward skip time by pressing once during playback. This function is useful for locating a specific point in a long recording such as one made at a meeting.
Playing Files /ENT. Hint Table of Contents Press or to select the skip time, and then press To adjust both the forward and backward skip times, repeat steps and . 5sec, 10sec, 30sec, 1min, 5min, or 10min Reverse Skip Time 1sec, 3sec, 5sec, 10sec, 30sec, 1min, 5min, or 10min Press STOP to exit the menu mode.
Playing Files Table of Contents Selecting a Recording Date from the Calendar and Playing Back STOP Index , /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT , You can play back a file recorded using the IC recorder by searching for it from the calendar. In the stop mode, press MENU/NOISE CUT. Select the tab “Calendar,” and then press /ENT. The calendar appears after the “Accessing...” animation, and the current date will be selected. Press or to select a date, and then press /ENT.
Playing Files Table of Contents To cancel the selection of a recording date from the calendar and the accompanying playback Press STOP before step . Notes Index You need to set the clock in advance to select a recording date from the calendar and play back a file ( p. 18). If you specify a date where a recorded file does not exist, “No File” will be displayed. Select a date where a recorded file exists.
Playing Files Index STOP /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT , You can sound an alarm and start playback of a selected file at a desired time. You can have a file played back on a specified date, once every week, or at the same time every day. You can set an alarm for a file. Select the file you want to play back with an alarm. Enter the alarm setting mode. In the stop mode, press MENU/NOISE CUT. Select the tab “Alarm,” and then press /ENT. Press or to select “ON,” and then press /ENT.
Playing Files The setting process is finished and “” (alarm indicator) appears in the display window. To cancel the alarm setting Follow steps and . In step - select “OFF” and press /ENT. The alarm will be canceled and the alarm indicator will disappear from the display window. When the set date and time comes At the set time, the IC recorder is automatically turned on and “ALARM” is displayed in the display window.
Playing Files Table of Contents Playback via Other Devices Recording with other equipment (headphone) jack STOP /ENT You can record the sound of the IC recorder with other equipment. Before you start recording, we recommend you make a trial recording first. Connect the (headphone) jack of the IC recorder to the external input terminal of other equipment using an audio connecting cable.
Erasing Files Erasing Files Table of Contents Erasing a File ERASE , /ENT You can select a file and erase it as follows. Note Once a file has been erased, you cannot retrieve it. Slide the HOLD•POWER switch in the direction of “POWER” to turn on the IC recorder ( p. 17), or towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status ( p. 14). The stop mode window appears. In the stop or playback mode, select the file you want to erase ( p.22). Press ERASE.
Erasing Files STOP , In the stop mode, select the folder containing the files you want to erase ( p.22). Press MENU/NOISE CUT. Select the tab “Erase All,” and then press /ENT. “Erase All Files in the Folder?” will be displayed. Press or to select “Execute,” and then press /ENT. The “Erasing...” animation appears in the display window and all files in the selected folder will be erased. Press STOP to exit the menu mode.
Editing Files Editing Files Table of Contents Arranging Files in a Folder Moving a file to a different folder Index STOP /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT , Select the file you want to move. In the stop mode, press MENU/NOISE CUT. Select the tab “Move File,” and then press /ENT. Press , press or to select the press /ENT. tab or the Press or to select the folder that you want to tab, and then move the file into, and then press /ENT. “Moving File...
Editing Files Table of Contents Using a Track Mark Adding a track mark /ENT , You can add a track mark at a point at which you would like to divide a file later or locate during playback. You can add a maximum of 98 track marks to each file. During recording, playing back, or recording pausing, press T-MARK at the position you want to add a track mark. The (Track mark) indicator flashes three times, and a track mark is added.
Editing Files STOP Table of Contents /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT Index Erasing a track mark , Stop at a position after the track mark you would like to erase. Press MENU/NOISE CUT. Select the tab “Erase Track Mark,” and then press /ENT. “Erase Track Mark?” will be displayed. Press or to select “Execute,” and then press /ENT. The “Erasing...” animation appears in the display window and the selected track mark will be erased.
Editing Files STOP Table of Contents /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT Index Erasing all the track marks in the selected file at one time , Select a file from which you want to erase the track marks. Press MENU/NOISE CUT. Select the tab “Erase All Track Marks,” and then press /ENT. “Erase All Track Marks?” will be displayed. Press or to select “Execute,” and then press /ENT. The “Erasing...” animation appears in the display window and all the track marks will be erased at one time.
Editing Files Table of Contents Dividing a File Dividing a file at the current position Index STOP /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT , You can divide a file in the stop mode, so that the file is divided into two parts and new file numbers are added to the divided file names. By dividing a file, you can easily find the point from which you want to play back when you make a long recording such as at a meeting.
Editing Files STOP , Select the file you want to divide. In the stop mode, press MENU/NOISE CUT. Select the tab “Divide All Track Marks,” and then press /ENT. “Divide All Track Marks?” will be displayed. Press or to select “Execute,” and then press /ENT. The “Dividing...” animation appears, and the file is divided at all the track mark positions. All the existing track marks in the files will be erased.
Editing Files Table of Contents Renaming a Folder and a File Changing a folder name Index STOP /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT , You can change a name of a folder used to store files recorded with the IC recorder. You can choose a new folder name from the templates. Select the folder which you want to rename from the folder list. tab of the In the stop mode, press MENU/NOISE CUT. Select the tab “Change Folder Name,” and then press /ENT.
Editing Files Table of Contents Changing a file name STOP Index /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT , You can rename a file by prefixing characters from a desired template to the file name. A file in the recordable area, or in a folder on the tab, can be renamed. You can choose characters to be added from the templates. Select the file which you want to rename from the folder list. In the stop mode, press MENU/NOISE CUT. Select the tab “Change File Name,” and then press /ENT.
Editing Files Table of Contents Protecting a File STOP Index /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT , To prevent a file from being accidentally erased or edited, you can protect an important file. A protected file is marked with the (protect) indicator and is regarded as a read-only file you cannot erase or edit. Display the file which you want to protect from the tab. tab or the In the stop mode, press MENU/NOISE CUT. Select the tab “Protect,” and then press /ENT.
About the Menu Function Table of Contents Making Settings for the Menu STOP Index /ENT MENU/NOISE CUT , Press MENU/NOISE CUT to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. Press , press or to select the , , , , or press /ENT. tab, and then Press or to select the menu item for which you want to make setting, and then press /ENT. Press or to select the setting that you want to set, and then press /ENT. Press STOP to exit the menu mode.
About the Menu Function Tabs Menu items Operation mode ( : the setting can be made/ -: the setting cannot be made) (Recording) (Playback) (Edit) Playback mode Recording mode Scene Select - - Scene Edit - - REC Mode - - Mic Sensitivity - LCF(Low Cut) - VOR - SYNC REC - - Select Input - - Noise Cut - Effect - Easy Search - Play Mode - Alarm - - AVLS * - Protect - - Divide Current Position
About the Menu Function Menu items Operation mode ( : the setting can be made/ -: the setting cannot be made) Stop mode (Display) Calendar - - Display LED - - Backlight - - Language - - Date&Time - - Time Display - - Beep - - Auto Power Off - - Format - - System Information - - Continued Index (IC recorder setting) Playback mode Recording mode Table of Contents Tabs
About the Menu Function (Recording) Menu items Settings (* : Initial setting) Allows you to choose a recording scene according to each recording situation as follows: (Meeting), (Voice Notes), (Interview), (Lecture), (Audio IN), (My Scene). You can change the items for recording to the recommended settings in bulk. Scene Edit ( p. 29) Edits the settings of the various recording menu items which are pre-set in the “Scene Select” menu.
About the Menu Function (Recording) Menu items Settings (* : Initial setting) Sets the recording mode. MP3 192kbps*: MP3 (compressed) in stereo standard-quality recording mode MP3 128kbps: MP3 (compressed) in long play stereo recording mode MP3 48kbps(MONO): MP3 (compressed) in monaural standard recording mode MP3 8kbps(MONO): MP3 (compressed) in long play monaural recording mode Mic Sensitivity Sets the microphone sensitivity.
About the Menu Function (Recording) Menu items Settings (* : Initial setting) Sets the VOR (Voice Operated Recording) function. ON: Recording starts when the IC recorder detects sound that exceeds a specified level, and pause when sound falls below a specified level. The VOR function is activated when REC/PAUSE is pressed. OFF*: The VOR function does not work. SYNC REC ( p.
About the Menu Function (Playback) Menu items Noise Cut ( p. 38) Settings (* : Initial setting) Note When playing back files using the builtin speaker, the noise cut function does not work. Effect ( p. 40) Sets the effect you want for the playback. Pop: Stresses middle ranges, ideal for vocals. Rock: Emphasizes high and low ranges for a powerful sound. Jazz: Emphasizes high ranges for lively sound. Bass1: The bass sound is emphasized. Bass2: The bass sound is emphasized even more.
About the Menu Function (Playback) Menu items Settings (* : Initial setting) Sets the easy search function. ON: You can go forward or backwards for the specified skip time by pressing or during playback. This function is useful when attempting to locate desired point in a long recording. OFF*: The easy search function does not work. When you press or , a file will be moved forward or backward. Set Skip Time: Sets the time to go forward or backward when searching.
About the Menu Function (Playback) Menu items Settings (* : Initial setting) Sets the alarm. ON: The alarm function is effective. Set the date, time or day of the week or choose daily for playback, and set the following alarm pattern. Beep&Play: The selected file is played back after the alarm sounds. Beep: Only the alarm sounds. Play: Only the selected file is played back. OFF*: The alarm function is canceled. AVLS * 1 ( p. 15) Sets the AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function.
About the Menu Function (Edit) Menu items Protect ( p. 62) Settings (* : Initial setting) Divide Current Position Divides a file into two. ( p. 58) Execute: A file will be divided into two. Cancel: File division is not executed. Move File ( p. 54) Moves the selected file to the selected folder. Before attempting to move a file, select the file to be moved, and then go to the menu window. Change Folder Name ( p. 60) Renames a folder by selecting a template. Change File Name ( p.
About the Menu Function (Edit) Settings (* : Initial setting) Divide All Track Marks ( p. 59) Divides a file at all the track mark positions. Execute: The track mark division is executed. Cancel: The track mark division is not executed. Erase All ( p. 53) Erases all files in the selected folder. to return to the folder window Press before erasing the files and select a folder from which all files are to be erased, and then go to the menu window.
About the Menu Function (Display) Menu items LED Settings (* : Initial setting) Note When the IC recorder is connected to a computer, the operation indicator lights or flashes even if “LED” is set to “OFF.” Backlight Language (IC recorder setting) ( p. 21) Turns the backlight in the display window on or off. ON*: The backlight in the display window lights up for approx. 10 seconds. OFF: The backlight in the display window does not light, even during operation.
About the Menu Function (IC recorder setting) Menu items Time Display Settings (* : Initial setting) Note The default setting differs depending on the area you purchased your IC recorder. Beep Sets whether a beep will be heard or not. ON*: A beep will sound to indicate that an operation has been accepted or an error has occurred. OFF: No beep sound will be heard. Note The alarm sounds even if you set “Beep” to “OFF” in the menu.
About the Menu Function (IC recorder setting) Menu items Format Settings (* : Initial setting) Notes When you format the built-in memory, all the data which you have stored on the memory will be erased. Once the memory has been erased, you cannot retrieve the data that was erased. When you format the built-in memory, the operating instructions stored in the built-in memory will also be erased.
Utilizing Your Computer Utilizing Your Computer When the IC recorder is connected to your computer, you can transfer data between them. Copying music files from your computer to the IC recorder to play them back ( p. 83) Using the IC recorder as USB memory ( p. 85) You can store image data or text data stored on the computer temporarily in the IC recorder. System requirements for your computer For details on the system requirements for your computer, see page 89.
Utilizing Your Computer Table of Contents Connecting the IC recorder to your computer Index Your computer IC recorder To USB port of your computer To exchange files between the IC recorder and your computer, connect the IC recorder to your computer. Slide the USB DIRECT slide lever on the back of the IC recorder, and insert the USB connector into the USB port of a running computer. Make sure the IC recorder has been recognized properly.
Utilizing Your Computer The folders and files are displayed on the computer screen as shown. On a Windows screen using Explorer, and on a Macintosh screen using Finder, folders and files can be displayed by opening “IC RECORDER.
Utilizing Your Computer If folders have no files that can be played back using the IC recorder, those folders will not be displayed in the display window of the IC recorder. Folders displayed on the tab of the IC recorder Folders for files recorded using the IC recorder (folders under the VOICE folder) will be displayed. Note Even if a file is transferred directly under the VOICE folder, it will not be displayed on the tab of the IC recorder.
Utilizing Your Computer tab of the IC recorder Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer Follow the procedures below; otherwise, data may be damaged. Make sure that the operation indicator of the IC recorder does not light. Perform the following operation on your computer.* On the Windows taskbar at the bottom right of the desktop, left-click the following icon: Left-click “Eject IC RECORDER” (Windows 7), or “Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device” (Windows XP, Windows Vista).
Utilizing Your Computer Table of Contents Copying Files from the IC Recorder to Your Computer Index You can copy the files and folders from the IC recorder to your computer to store them. Connect the IC recorder to your computer ( p. 78). Copy files or folders you want to transfer to your computer. Drag and drop the files or folders you want to copy from “IC RECORDER” to the local disk on your computer.
Utilizing Your Computer Table of Contents Copying Music Files from Your Computer to the IC Recorder and Playing Them Back Index You can copy music or the other audio files (MP3(.mp3)/WMA(.wma)/AACLC(.m4a)*) from your computer to the IC recorder by dragging and dropping them, and you can play them back using the IC recorder. * For the file formats that can be played back using the IC recorder, see “Specifications” ( p. 89).
Utilizing Your Computer Press . Press or to select the folder ( ) in which music files are stored, and then press /ENT. To display the files contained in the selected folder, press . Select the music file you want to play. When the file selection window is displayed, press or to select the desired file, and then press /ENT. When the stop mode window is displayed, you can switch files by pressing and . Press /ENT to start playback. Press STOP to stop playback.
Utilizing Your Computer Index When the IC recorder is connected to your computer, image data or text data on the computer, as well as files recorded using the IC recorder can be temporarily stored on the IC recorder. Your computer must meet the specified system requirements to use the IC recorder as USB memory. For details on the system requirements, see page 89.
Additional Information Additional Information USB connector of the IC recorder You can use the IC recorder by connecting the IC recorder to an AC outlet using a USB AC adaptor (not supplied). It is useful when you want to record for a long time. Connect a USB AC adaptor to an AC outlet. Slide the USB DIRECT slide lever on the back of the IC recorder and connect the USB connector to the USB AC adaptor.
Additional Information 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. Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, remove the battery and have the unit checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. Be careful not to allow water to splash on the unit. The unit is not waterproof.
Additional Information Backup recommendations To avoid potential risk of data loss caused by accidental operation or malfunction of the IC recorder, we recommend that you save a backup copy of your recorded files to a computer, etc. Index If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Table of Contents On maintenance To clean the exterior, use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Then use a soft dry cloth to wipe the exterior.
Additional Information Table of Contents Specifications System requirements Operating systems Windows 7 Ultimate Windows 7 Professional Windows 7 Home Premium Windows 7 Home Basic Windows 7 Starter Windows Vista Ultimate Service Pack 2 or higher Windows Vista Business Service Pack 2 or higher Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 2 or higher Windows Vista Home Basic Service Pack 2 or higher Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Service Pack 3 or higher Windows XP Media Center E
Additional Information Table of Contents Notes Index The following systems are not supported: Operating systems other than the ones indicated on page 89 Personally constructed computers or operating systems Upgraded operating systems Multi-boot environment Multi-monitor environment Design and specifications IC Recorder section Capacity (User available capacity) 2 GB (approx. 1.80 GB = 1,932,735,283 Byte) A part of the memory capacity is used as a management area.
Additional Information Table of Contents General section Speaker Approx. 16 mm (21/32 in.) dia. Input/Output (minijack, stereo) input for plug in power, minimum input level 0.9 mV Headphone jack (minijack, stereo) recommended load impedance: 16 ohms USB connector (Type-A) High-Speed USB compatible Playback speed control (DPC) 2.00 times - 0.50 times MP3/WMA/AAC-LC Power output 90 mW Power requirements One LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery (supplied) 1.
Additional Information REC mode Recording scene*7 Stereo standard-quality recording mode MP3 128kbps Long play stereo recording mode / / / / 22h. 20m. 33h. 30m. MP3 48kbps (MONO) Monaural standard recording mode 89h. 25m. MP3 8kbps (MONO) 536h. Long play monaural recording mode h.: hours/m.: minutes *5 When you are going to record continuously for a long time, you may have to replace the battery with new one in the midst of recording.
Additional Information When using a Sony LR03 (SG) (size AAA) alkaline battery *1 REC Mode Recording Playback through speaker*2 Playback using the headphones Approx. 29h. Approx. 22h. Approx. 61h. MP3 128kbps Approx. 31h. Approx. 22h. Approx. 61h. MP3 48kbps (MONO) Approx. 33h. Approx. 22h. Approx. 61h. MP3 8kbps (MONO) Approx. 42h. Approx. 22h. Approx. 61h. Approx. 22h. Approx. 61h. Music file (128 kbps/44.1kHz) — Index MP3 192kbps h.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Please access the following support home page to get the support information about your IC recorder: For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com/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 http://fr.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport For customers in other countries/regions: http://www.sony-asia.
Troubleshooting The IC recorder cannot be turned off. Slide and hold the HOLD•POWER switch in the direction of “POWER” until “Power Off ” animation is displayed when the IC recorder is stopped. The power is turned off ( p. 17). The IC recorder is powered off automatically. When the IC recorder is in the stop mode and you leave the IC recorder without attempting an operation for a certain length of time, the auto power off function will take effect.
Troubleshooting The operation indicator does not light. “LED” is set to “OFF.” Display the menu and set “LED” to “ON” ( p. 74). Recording You cannot record a file. The remaining memory capacity is insufficient. You cannot record a file when you select a folder in the playback-only area (the tab and the tab). Recording is interrupted. The VOR function is activated. When you are not using the VOR function, set “VOR” to “OFF” in the menu ( p. 31). The VOR function does not work.
Troubleshooting The playback volume is low. The built-in speaker is mainly for monitoring, and the playback volume is low. Use the supplied headphones. Table of Contents Playback Index No sound comes from the speaker. Headphones are plugged in ( p. 44). Sound comes from the speaker even when the headphones are plugged in. If you plug in the headphones not securely during playback, the sound may come from the speaker. Unplug the headphones, and then insert them securely.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents Clock “--:--” is displayed. You have not set the clock ( p. 18). Display There are fewer menu items displayed in the menu mode. During playback or recording modes, there are menu items that are not displayed ( p. 64). The remaining time displayed in the display window is shorter than that displayed in the computer. The IC recorder requires a certain amount of memory for system operation.
Troubleshooting Menu does not reflect the change in settings. If the battery is removed just after the menu setting is changed, the menu setting may not function. It takes a long time to copy a file. If the file size of a file is large, it takes a considerable time to finish copying. Wait until the copying is finished. The IC recorder is not recognized by your computer. A folder/file cannot be transferred from your computer. Disconnect the IC recorder from your computer and reconnect it.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents Messages List Follow the instructions below if a message appears in the display. Cause/Remedy HOLD Slide HOLD Switch to Activate. All the button operations are disabled because the IC recorder is in the HOLD status to prevent unintentional operations. Slide the HOLD•POWER switch towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status ( p. 14).
Troubleshooting Set Date&Time Set the clock; otherwise, you cannot set the alarm. No File The selected folder does not have any files. You cannot move a file or set the alarm, etc., because of this. No Track Marks There are no track marks when you attempt to erase a track mark or track marks, or divide a file at all the track mark positions. File Protected The selected file is protected or is a “Read only” file. You cannot erase it.
Troubleshooting Cause/Remedy *: for the European models only Index Invalid when Noise Cut is When the noise cut function is effective, the effect function ON does not work. Set “Noise Cut” to “OFF” ( p. 38). Change Folder If there are no files in the or folder, no folders are displayed in the display window. A folder containing a file will be displayed.
Troubleshooting There are some system limitations of the IC recorder. Troubles as mentioned below are not malfunctions of the IC recorder. Cause/Remedy You cannot display or play If you have transferred music files using your computer, back music files in order. those files may not be transferred in order of transfer because of system limitations. If you transfer music files from your computer to the IC recorder one by one, you can display and play back the music files in transferred order.
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Additional Information B Battery life ....................................... 93 Built-in memory ............................. 79 Built-in microphones . ................... 24 C Calendar ..............................47, 65, 73 Changing a file name .........61, 64, 72 Changing a folder name ....60, 64, 72 Changing the Scene Select settings .............................29, 64, 66 Connecting the IC recorder to your computer . ........................... 78 Copying files to your computer . ..............
Additional Information N Noise ................................................ 87 Noise cut ..............................38, 64, 69 P Pause recording .............................. 26 Playback . ......................................... 35 Playback speed . .............................. 39 Playback time . ................................ 92 Play modes ..........................42, 64, 70 Precautions ...................................... 87 Protecting a file . .................
