Linear PCM Recorder Operating Instructions Overview Getting Started Recording Playback Editing Utilizing Your Computer Menu Operations Additional Information PCM-D100
Owner’s Record The model number is located at the rear panel and the serial number is located inside the battery compartment. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. Serial No. PCM-D100 CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
For the customers in Europe This product with the CE marking complies with the EMC Directive issued by the Commission of the European Community.
Table of Contents Manuals........................................................................................................................................ 9 Overview What you can do with the PCM-D100............................................................................. 10 For recording practice sessions................................................................................. 10 For outdoor recording......................................................................................
Using a memory card (not supplied).............................................................................. 25 Inserting a memory card............................................................................................... 25 Switching the memory................................................................................................... 26 Selecting a file................................................................................................................................
Table of Contents (continued) Recording analog sound......................................................................................................... 36 Recording using the built-in microphones....................................................... 36 Monitoring the recording........................................................................................................ 39 Recording a few seconds in advance, before starting to record (Pre‑Recording)..........................................
Adjusting the playback speed (DPC(Speed Control))................................ 50 Improving the playback sound quality (Upsampling)............................... 50 Connecting external equipment for playback........................................................... 51 Connecting an analog device..................................................................................... 51 Connecting a digital device..........................................................................................
Table of Contents (continued) Protecting a file.............................................................................................................................. 60 Registering a function to F1/F2 function keys........................................................... 61 Utilizing Your Computer Using the linear PCM recorder with your computer............................................. 62 Connecting the linear PCM recorder to your computer.....................................
Specifications.................................................................................................................................. 86 System requirements....................................................................................................... 86 Design and specifications.............................................................................................87 Notice for users.....................................................................................................
What you can do with the PCM-D100 For recording practice sessions ˎˎThe built-in microphones of the PCM-D100 allow you to record musical performances easily without complicated microphone setup. ˎˎThe DPC (Digital Pitch Control) feature provides quick or slow playback of a musical performance and the Key Control feature provides tone adjustments that are ideal for modeling your playing on the playback from the recorder (pages 49-50).
Overview For outdoor recording ˎˎThe high-sensitivity 15 mm built-in microphones enable easy and high-quality outdoor recording. ˎˎYou can also connect an external microphone (not supplied) to the stereo mini jack of the PCM-D100. ˎˎYou can use the supplied wind screen to reduce the noise caused by wind or breath. ˎˎThe Pre‑Recording feature allows you to buffer sound sources for a maximum of five seconds prior to the point when the recording button is actually pressed (page 40).
What you can do with the PCM-D100 (continued) Audio file formats you can record or play on the PCM-D100 The linear PCM recorder can make a highquality recording in DSD, LPCM, and MP3 file formats. The recorder also supports playback of a variety of file formats (DSD, LPCM, FLAC, AAC, MP3, WMA). MP3 The MP3 file format compresses sound data to reduce the file size. Although it only cuts sound in the range inaudible to human ears, the sound quality is inferior to that of the LPCM format.
Identifying parts and controls Front Right side Getting Started Continued on the next page 13
Identifying parts and controls (continued) Built-in microphones (page 33) Peak level lamps (L/R) (page 37) Displays the left and right peak levels of an audio signal input with –12dB (green) and OVER (red) lamps. REC LEVEL dial guard Display window (page 17) Volume dial (pages 39, 46) Adjust the playback volume by turning the dial to set the desired level (0 to 10), indicated by the “—” mark next to the display window.
Left side Hole for attaching the tripod (not supplied) Battery cover lock lever INPUT switch (pages 36, 41, 43, 44) LINE OUT (OPT) (line output (optical)) jack (page 51) (headphones) jack (pages 39, 46) MIC ATT (microphone attenuator) switch (page 34) USB connector (page 63) DC IN 6V jack (page 22) Slot for a wrist strap (strap not supplied.
Identifying parts and controls (continued) Remote control (transmitter unit) PAUSE button STOP button (review/fast backward) /CH1 (channel 1) button PLAY/CH2 (channel 2) button REC (record) button (page 30) T-MARK (track mark) button Adds a track mark at the current position of the selected file. (cue/fast forward) /CH3 (channel 3) button SET button (page 31) Press and hold the SET button and press CH1, CH2, or CH3 to set a channel to the remote control.
Display window Display during recording Notes ˎˎ Display windows in this manual may differ from what are actually displayed on your linear PCM recorder depending on the area you purchased the linear PCM recorder and the settings you have made.
Identifying parts and controls (continued) Recording mode (page 69) Displays the recording mode currently specified in the menu in the stop mode. During playback or recording this displays the recording mode of the current file. File name/folder name The file name is displayed during recording, playback, and recording/playback pause. The folder name is displayed in recording stop or standby mode. LIMITER / S/N 100dB setting (pages 71, 72) Displayed when “LIMITER” or “S/N 100dB” is enabled.
Checking the supplied items ˎˎLinear PCM recorder (1) ˎˎFour LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (Supplied in the carrying case) ˎˎApplication Disc (“Sound Forge Audio Studio LE”) (1) ˎˎOperating Instructions (this manual) ˎˎUsing cable (1) (Supplied in the carrying case) ˎˎCarrying case (1) The external pocket can hold the remote control (transmitter unit), and the inner pocket can hold batteries and the battery case.
Preparing a power source Inserting batteries Battery case Use the supplied LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries. 1 Slide the battery cover lock lever to “RELEASE” to release the lock and open the battery compartment cover on the rear of the recorder. Push the buttons on both sides of the battery case to pull it out. 3 Insert four LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries into the battery case. Be sure to insert the batteries with the and ends in the right position.
Turning the power on Slide the POWER switch to the “ON” position. When to replace the batteries When using batteries, the remaining battery power is indicated on the display. There is sufficient battery power. Getting Started Replace all four batteries. ACCESS indicator POWER switch “Low battery” appears on the display when there is no power left. The recorder will not operate.
Preparing a power source (continued) To operate with an AC adaptor (not supplied) Connect an AC adaptor (not supplied) to the DC IN 6V jack. Connect to a wall outlet AC adaptor Connect to the DC IN 6V jack Note on an AC adaptor You can use an AC adaptor that supports: ˎˎOutput voltage: DC6V ˎˎOutput current: 800mA or more Polarity of the plug Note ˎˎ When “Please wait” appears on the display or the ACCESS indicator flashes, the recorder is accessing memory.
Setting the clock Recorded audio files are named using the date and time of the clock. By setting the clock before recording, recordings will be saved with the correct date and time. 2 Press and to select “ Settings“ and then press the button. The Settings menu is displayed. Setting the clock just after purchasing 4 Press and to select “Date&Time,” and then press the button. The “Date&Time” display appears. 1 Press and to select “Yes” and press the button.
Using the HOME and OPTION menus Selecting the desired function from the HOME menu By pressing and holding the HOME/BACK button for 1 second or more, you can display the HOME menu, the starting point for the functions of your linear PCM recorder. From the HOME menu, you can select the desired function or change settings. 1 Press and hold the HOME/BACK button for 1 second or more. The HOME menu is displayed.
Using a memory card (not supplied) In addition to the built-in memory, you can record audio files using a memory card (not supplied). Inserting a memory card button , , , HOME/BACK button 1 Open the cover of the memory card slot. 2 Insert a memory card into the memory card slot firmly until it clicks, in the direction shown in the illustration on the left, and close the cover. Memory card slot “Please wait” appears on the display and the ACCESS indicator flashes.
Using a memory card (not supplied) (continued) Compatible memory cards To remove the memory card You can use the following memory cards with the linear PCM recorder. SD cards up to 2 GB: supported SDHC cards from 4 GB to 32 GB: supported SDXC cards 48 GB or more: not completely supported*1 Memory Stick PRO Duo and Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo cards up to 32 GB: supported*2 Be sure that the ACCESS indicator light is off, and then push the memory card into the recorder.
ˎˎ Do not touch the terminal of a memory card with your hand or a metal object. Notes ˎˎ If a memory card is not recognized, remove it and then insert it into the linear PCM recorder again. ˎˎ Do not insert or remove the memory card during recording/playback/formatting. Doing so may cause a malfunction of the recorder. you use a memory card formatted with other device than the linear PCM recorder, you cannot record files properly. Make sure to use a memory card formatted with the linear PCM recorder.
Selecting a file Selecting a file from the folder list You can select a desired file for playback or editing from the HOME menu. 1 Press and hold the HOME/BACK button for 1 second or more. 3 Press and to select a desired folder, and then press the button. The file list is displayed. 4 Press and to select a desired file, and then press the button. The HOME menu is displayed. 2 Press and to select “ Recorded Files” or “ Music,” and then press the button.
Selecting a file by date from the calendar 6 Press and hold the HOME/BACK button for 1 second or more. The HOME menu is displayed. 2 Press and to select “ Recorded Files,” and then press the button. The folder list is displayed. 3 Press the OPTION button to display an option menu. 4 Select “File Selection,” and then press the button. The File Selection menu is displayed. 5 Press and to select “Display by Date,” and then press the button. The calendar is displayed.
Using the remote control You can use the supplied remote control (receiver and transmitter units) to control operations such as recording, playback and track mark settings of the linear PCM recorder. 3 Replace the battery case into the wireless remote control transmitter unit until it clicks into place. Inserting batteries into the wireless remote control transmitter unit Before using the remote control, remove the insulation sheet .
Controlling operations from the transmitter unit Press and to select “CH1,” “CH2,” or “CH3” and then press the button. 3 In the stop mode, press and hold the HOME/BACK button for 1 second or more, select “ Record,” and press the button. 4 Point the remote control transmitter unit at the remote sensor of the receiver unit. 5 On the transmitter unit of the remote control, press the button of the channel number you selected in step 2 (CH1, CH2 or CH3), while pressing the SET button.
Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) You can disable all the buttons (HOLD) in order to prevent unintentional operations when you carry the linear PCM recorder, etc. “HOLD” appears for approximately 3 seconds, indicating that all the button operations are disabled. To disable the button operations Slide the HOLD switch to “ON” to disable the buttons while the power is on. Releasing the HOLD function If you operate buttons on the linear PCM recorder when the HOLD function is set, “HOLD.
Preparation before recording Example: Placement when recording a musical performance using the built-in microphones For best results, place the linear PCM recorder about 2 to 3 m (6.56 to 9.84 ft) from the sound source. Referring to the characteristics of the built-in microphones, adjust direction of the linear PCM recorder and the angle of the microphones. Sound source On the characteristics of the built-in microphones The built-in microphones are unidirectional.
Preparation before recording (continued) When rotating both capsules of the microphones to 120˚ to face outside (Wide stereo position) The microphone on the right records sound from the right; the microphone on the left records sound from the left. You can obtain dynamic stereo sound recording. This position is recommended for recording a remote sound source such as a chorus, an orchestra, or other performance of a large number of people. Records sound from the left. Records sound from the right.
To reduce noise in the recording Sounds that may be recorded as noise The linear PCM recorder may record various sounds in addition to the target sound. Noises that may be recorded include: ˎˎA rustling noise that may be caused when you touch the linear PCM recorder ˎˎBreath ˎˎSound that may be caused when you touch a table ˎˎBuzzing or humming noises from airconditioners, projectors, or computers To reduce noise, do not touch the linear PCM recorder during recording.
Recording analog sound This section explains how to record analog sound signals from the line output of an external device or by using the built-in or external microphones. INPUT switch Volume dial MIC jack LINE IN (OPT) jack REC LEVEL dial Recording using the built-in microphones This sub-section explains how to record sound sources in the built-in memory with the builtin microphones. To change the sampling frequency, quantifying bit number, or memory drive for a recording, go to the menu display.
5 Press the and buttons to select the desired folder, and press the button. You can save recorded files in a folder in the VOICE folder. You can record a maximum of 199 files in each folder. 6 Press the REC button. Peak indicator (crest value of input signal) 7 Open the REC LEVEL dial guard (page 14) and turn the REC LEVEL dial to adjust the recording level while referring to the display. To adjust the right and left channels simultaneously, turn the external dial.
Recording analog sound (continued) Note The peak level lamps do not light during digital recording. 8 Press PAUSE (or ) button. The standby for recording is released, and recording starts. lights on the display while recording is in progress. To pause recording Press the PAUSE button during recording. and the counter display flash. Press the button again to restart recording. The linear PCM recorder does not start recording again automatically.
Monitoring the recording Connect optional headphones or earphones to the (headphone) jack of the linear PCM recorder to monitor the recording sound. The volume of monitored sound can be adjusted by turning the volume dial. The volume of monitored sound does not affect the recording volume.
Recording a few seconds in advance, before starting to record (Pre‑Recording) The Pre-Recording feature allows you to record sound sources for a maximum of five seconds prior to the point when the recording is started. 5 seconds of sound is buffered in the memory 5 Press the PAUSE (or ) button. The standby for recording mode is released, and recording starts. Sound is saved from a maximum of 5 seconds prior to the point when the button is pressed.
Recording using other devices Recording with an external microphone Recording from external equipment (Line Input) You can connect an optional external microphone to the linear PCM recorder. You can connect an external device such as a CD player, MD player, or DAT player to the linear PCM recorder and record its playback sound. 1 Connect an external microphone to the MIC (microphone) jack of the linear PCM recorder, and adjust the position of the microphone.
Digital recording This section explains digital recording: recording digital sound signals from an external digital device such as a CD or DAT player. When digital signals are input Notes ˎˎ During digital recording, the following features cannot be used: Setting the recording level/MIC ATT switch/LIMITER setting/Setting the recording mode/LCF setting/ SBM setting/Pre-Recording/S/N100dB ˎˎ When the remaining recordable time is less than 10 seconds, digital recording may be disabled.
Recording digital signals from external equipment (Optical Input) 1 Connect an optional optical digital audio cable from the digital output jacks of external digital equipment to the LINE IN (OPT) jack of the linear PCM recorder. 7 Press the PAUSE (or ) button when you want to start recording. The standby for recording mode is released, and recording starts.
Synchronizing recording with playback (Digital Synchronized Recording) Some portable digital devices such as portable CD/MD/DAT players do not output digital signals while playback is stopped. With the signals from those devices, you can start recording automatically (Digital Synchronized Recording). 1 Connect the digital output jacks of the external digital equipment to the LINE IN (OPT) jack of the linear PCM recorder using an optional optical digital cable.
Recording across memory media (Cross-Memory Recording) When the built-in memory or a memory card currently being used becomes full during recording, the linear PCM recorder automatically switches its destination to the other memory media and continues recording (Cross-Memory Recording). 1 Recording In the stop mode, press and hold the HOME/BACK button for 1 second or more, select “ Settings” “Recording Settings” “CrossMemory Recording,” and then press the button.
Playing a file Volume dial , , , button You can play a file recorded using the linear PCM recorder or a music file transferred from your computer through the built-in speaker. 1 Select a file you want to play using the HOME menu (page 28). 2 Press the button. 3 Adjust the volume with the volume dial. PAUSE button/ lamp STOP button Playback starts. is lit on the display. All of the files in the folder are played in order of file number.
Operations during playback To Operation Stop playback Press the STOP button. Pause playback Press the PAUSE button. and the counter display flash. To resume play after pausing, press the PAUSE button again. Press and hold the button.* Fast reverse (Review) Press and hold the button.* Go back to the Press the button once. beginning of the current file Go back to previous files Press the button repeatedly.** Go to the Press the button once.
Playing a file (continued) Playing a file repeatedly During playback, press and hold the button. The repeat play mark ( 1) appears. The selected file will be played repeatedly. To cancel A-B repeat playback, press the OPTION button to display the OPTION menu, select “End A-B Repeat Mode,” and then press the button. Searching a desired point quickly (Easy Search) The Easy Search function allows you to quickly locate the point at which you can also wish to start playback.
Setting the playback sound quality Selecting the sound effect You can set the effect you want for the playback of a selected file. Select a file you want to play using the HOME menu (page 28). 2 In play or playback stop mode, press the OPTION button to display the OPTION menu, select “Effect,” and then press the button. 3 Press and to select the desired effect, and then press the button. OFF* Disables the Effect function. Pop Stresses middle ranges, ideal for vocals.
Setting the playback sound quality (continued) Adjusting the playback speed (DPC(Speed Control)) Improving the playback sound quality (Upsampling) You can adjust the playback speed in a range from 0.25 times to 2.00 times. The file is played in natural tones using a digital processing function. By interpolating and raising the sampling frequency to 2 times or 4 times the original frequency of the source sound, you can improve the playback sound quality. This function is only valid for PCM files.
Connecting external equipment for playback To output recorded files from speakers of external equipment, connect the audio input jack or digital input jack of the external equipment to the LINE OUT (OPT) jack of the linear PCM recorder using an audio cable or optical digital cable.
Organizing files Moving a file to a different folder You can move a selected file to the desired folder. , , , 1 Select the file you want to move from the HOME menu (page 28). button 2 In play or playback stop mode, press the OPTION button to display the OPTION menu, select “Move/Copy File,” and then press the button. 3 Press and to select “Move to Built-In Memory” or “Move to Memory Card,” and press the button.
Copying a file to a different folder You can copy a selected file to the desired folder. This function is useful for saving a backup. Select the file you want to copy from the HOME menu (page 28). 2 In play or playback stop mode, press the OPTION button to display the OPTION menu, select “Move/Copy File,” then press the button. 3 Press and to select “Copy to Built-In Memory” or “Copy to Memory Card,” and press the button. Press the HOME/BACK button while “Please wait” appears on the display.
Using track marks Adding a track mark Erasing a track mark You can add a track mark at a point at which you would like to divide a file later or that you want to locate during playback. You can add a maximum of 98 track marks to each file. During recording, recording pause, or playback, press the T-MARK button at the position where you want to add a track mark. The (track mark) indicator flashes three times, and a track mark is added.
Setting fading in/out effects You can add fading in/out effects to a file recorded in the LPCM (.wav) format. Fading time can be specified for each fading in and fading out effect. 1 2 In play or playback stop mode, press the OPTION button to display the OPTION menu, select “Fade” “Fade In,” “Fade Out,” or “Fade In/Out,” and then press the button. Press and to specify the fading in or out time in 1 second steps up to 7 seconds, and press the button.
Dividing a file Dividing a file at the current position 5 You can divide a file into two parts while in the stop mode. When a long recording is made, you can divide the file to easily find the point from which you want to play back. Files can be divided until the total number of files in the folder reaches the maximum permitted number. When “Divide?” is displayed, press and to select “Yes,” and press the button. The file is divided into two. New file numbers are added to the divided files.
Tip ˎˎ The divided files are named as follows: ˋˋ“Divide at This Position”: The divided files will be suffixed with a sequential number (“_1,” “_2”). ˋˋ“At All Track Marks”: A suffix made up of a sequential number (“_01,” “_02”) is added to each of the divided files. Notes ˎˎ You cannot divide a file if: ˋˋThe file is recorded by a device other than the linear PCM recorder. ˋˋThe file is protected. ˋˋYou try to divide the file at a point less than 0.
Combining files You can combine two recorded LPCM (.wav) or DSD (.dsf) files into one. Select two files that are identical in file format (including sampling frequency, bit rate, and number of channels), saved in the same folder. 1 From the HOME menu (page 24), select the first recorded LPCM or DSD file that you would like to combine. 2 In play or playback stop mode, press the OPTION button to display the OPTION menu, select “Combine,” then press the button.
Erasing files Erasing a file You can select a file and erase it. 1 Select a file that you want to erase from the HOME menu (page 28). 2 In play or playback stop mode, press the OPTION button to display the OPTION menu, select “Erase a File,” and then press the button. Erasing all of the files in a folder or on a particular date You can erase all of the files in a folder by selecting “By Folder” in the file selection or on particular date by selecting “Display by Date” in the file selection.
Protecting a file You can protect an important file. A protected file is marked with the (protect) indicator and is regarded as a read-only file that you cannot erase or edit. 1 Select the recorded file that you want to protect from the HOME menu (page 28). 2 In play or playback stop mode, press the OPTION button to display the OPTION menu, select “Protect,” and then press the button. The file is protected.
Registering a function to F1/F2 function keys By registering frequently-used functions to the F1 and F2 buttons, you can quickly access these functions and display the setting windows just pressing the F1 or F2 key. 1 Press and hold the HOME/BACK button for 1 second or more to display the HOME menu, select “ Settings” “Common Settings” ”Function Key Setting,” and then press the button. The “Function Key Setting” window is displayed.
Using the linear PCM recorder with your computer When the linear PCM recorder is connected to your computer, you can transfer data between them linear PCM recorder and your computer.
Connecting the linear PCM recorder to your computer To exchange files between the linear PCM recorder and your computer, connect the linear PCM recorder to your computer. 1 Connect the USB connector of the linear PCM recorder with the USB port of a running computer using the supplied USB cable. The linear PCM recorder is recognized by the computer as soon as the connection is made.
Structure of folders and files You can display the structure of folders and files of the linear PCM recorder on your computer by connecting the linear PCM recorder to your computer. Folders and files can be displayed by opening “PCMRECORDER” or “MEMORY CARD” in Explorer on a Windows computer or Finder on a Mac. The linear PCM recorder creates two default folders for each media: the VOICE and MUSIC folders (shaded in the following structure illustrations).
Tips ˎˎ The title or artist name, etc., registered in the music files, can be displayed on the linear PCM recorder. It is useful if you input the information using the software you use to make the music files on your computer. SD card ˎˎ If no title, or artist name has been registered “No Data” will be displayed in the display window of the linear PCM recorder.
Disconnecting the linear PCM recorder from your computer Follow the procedures below; otherwise, when the linear PCM recorder contains data files, the files may be damaged. 1 Make sure that the ACCESS indicator on the linear PCM recorder does not light. 2 Perform the following operation on your computer. On the Windows taskbar at the bottom right of the desktop, click the following icon. Then, click “Eject PCMRECORDER.” The icon and menu displayed can be different on different operating systems.
OPTION menu items After you have selected a function from the HOME menu, you can display the OPTION menu by pressing the OPTION button. The OPTION menu items displayed differ depending on the display on the window: Folder selection window, file selection window, or stop or record window.
OPTION menu items (continued) Music ĄĄIn file list display OPTION menu item See page: Sort File Names 53 Protect 60 Erase a File 59 Erase All Files 59 Move/Copy File 52, 53 File Information 47 ĄĄIn file selection display OPTION menu item See page: Start A-B Repeat Mode 48 DPC(Speed Control) 50 Key Control 49 Effect 49 Easy Search 48 Play Mode 74 Protect 60 Erase a File 59 Move/Copy File 52, 53 File Information 47 68
Settings menu items Item Settings (*: Default setting) Recording Folder You can select the destination folder where you save the files recorded using the linear PCM recorder (page 36). FOLDER01*/FOLDER02/FOLDER03/FOLDER04/FOLDER05 REC Mode You can set the recording mode in which the files are recorded. ˎLPCM ˎ You can select the sampling frequency and quantifying bit number for recording. 192kHz/24bit 176.4kHz/24bit 96kHz/24bit 96kHz/16bit 88.2kHz/24bit 88.2kHz/16bit 48kHz/24bit 48kHz/16bit 44.
Settings menu items (continued) Menu Item Settings (*: Default setting) Recording Settings SBM(Super Bit Mapping) When LPCM 16bit REC Mode is selected, you can reduce noise using the Super Bit Mapping function. ON: The Super Bit Mapping function works to reduce noise. OFF*: The Super Bit Mapping function is disabled. Note ˎˎ Super Bit Mapping significantly increases the dynamic range acoustically by reducing noise that is particularly easy to hear within the band audible to humans.
Menu Item Settings (*: Default setting) Recording Settings LIMITER With two A/D converters for one channel, the linear PCM recorder always reserves audio signals that are 12 dB lower than audio processed in the normal circuit in addition to the normal audio signals. If an over-input occurs, recorded data from the point at which the over-input starts is replaced and compensated. The limiter prevents sound distortion using a limiter minus time constant (not available for analog). Over-input occurs.
Settings menu items (continued) Menu Item Settings (*: Default setting) Recording Settings S/N 100dB With two A/D converters for one channel, the linear PCM recorder always reserves audio signals that are 12 dB lower than audio processed in the normal circuit in addition to the normal audio signals. If an over-input occurs, recorded data from the point at which the over-input starts is replaced and compensated.
Item Settings (*: Default setting) Cross-Memory Recording When the built-in memory or a memory card currently being used becomes full during recording, the linear PCM recorder automatically switches its destination to the other memory media and continues recording. You can enable or disable the CrossMemory function. ON: The Cross-Memory Recording function is enabled. OFF*: The Cross-Memory Recording function is disabled.
Settings menu items (continued) Menu Item Settings (*: Default setting) Playback Settings Play Mode You can select the playback mode, such as shuffle play or repeat play, according to your purpose. 1 Play 1 File: Only the currently selected file is played. Play Folder*: All files in the currently selected folder are played. ALL Play All Files: All of the files are played. 1 Repeat 1 File: The currently selected file is played repeatedly.
Menu Item Settings (*: Default setting) Common Settings Battery Setting For optimum operations, you can select the type of batteries you are using for the linear PCM recorder. Alkaline Battery*: Select this option if using alkaline batteries. NiMH Battery: Select this option if using rechargeable NiMH batteries.
Precautions On power ˋˋIn Operate the unit only on 6.0V DC with four alkaline batteries or 4.8V DC with four nickel metal hydride rechargeable batteries or 6.0V with an AC adaptor (not supplied). ˎˎYou On safety Do not operate the linear PCM recorder while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. On handling ˎˎDo not subject the linear PCM recorder to strong shock or vibration. Doing so may cause a malfunction of the linear PCM recorder.
Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your linear PCM recorder, try the following solutions. 1 Turn off the linear PCM recorder completely by removing the batteries and an AC adaptor (not supplied), and then turn it on again. Or use the linear PCM recorder to initialize the built-in memory or the memory card. (Note that initializing will delete all data in the memory or in the memory card.
Troubleshooting (continued) Symptom Cause/Solution The linear PCM recorder does not operate. ˎˎThe You cannot start recording. ˎˎThe Digital Synchronized Recording cannot be performed. ˎˎDigital The ACCESS indicator, peak level lamps, or REC / PAUSE indicators do not light/ flash. ˎˎThe “LED” item You cannot erase a file. ˎˎThe 78 batteries have been inserted with the +/– facing in the incorrect direction. Reinsert them correctly (page 20). ˎˎThe batteries have run out.
Symptom Cause/Solution You cannot divide a file. ˎˎYou need a certain amount of free space in the memory to divide a file. files have been recorded in the selected folder. Erase some of the files or select another folder. ˎˎBecause 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. ˎˎYou cannot divide files other than those recorded using the linear PCM recorder (e.g., a file transferred from a computer).
Troubleshooting (continued) Symptom Cause/Solution The linear PCM recorder is not recognized by your computer. A folder/file cannot be transferred from your computer. ˎˎDisconnect The file transferred from your computer is not displayed or cannot be played back. ˎˎThe A character in a folder or file name is displayed in unreadable characters. ˎˎThe The “Please wait” display does not disappear. ˎˎIf You cannot record files up to the maximum recording time noted on page 90.
Symptom Cause/Solution Sound comes from the built-in speaker even when headphones are plugged in. ˎˎIf Playback speed is too fast or too slow. ˎˎ“DPC(Speed A file cannot be played back. ˎˎFiles you plug in the headphones not securely during playback, the sound may come from the speaker. Unplug the headphones, and then insert them securely. Control)” in the menu is effective and the linear PCM recorder plays at the specified playback speed.
Error messages Message Meaning/Solution Set Date&Time The clock is not set. Set it before operating the linear PCM recorder (page 23). Only activated for 16-bit LPCM The “SBM” item is effective only when the quantifying bit number is set to 16 bit (page 70). File full The total number of files including folders has reached the maximum (4,095 files), and you cannot record or divide any more files.
Meaning/Solution File damaged The file you are trying to play or edit is damaged. It cannot be played or edited on the linear PCM recorder. No file There are no files in the selected folder. Continue recording with new file The file size of the file being recorded exceeds 1 GB for an MP3 file and 2 GB for an LPCM/DSD file. A new file is created and recording continues as a new file.
Error messages (continued) Message Meaning/Solution Invalid operation ˎˎYou Operation invalid while recording/Operation invalid while playing ˎˎYou Low battery The batteries have run out. Replace the batteries with new ones (page 20). System error A system error has occurred. Remove the batteries or an AC adaptor (not supplied) to turn off the linear PCM recorder completely, and then turn on the linear PCM recorder again.
System limitations There are some system limitations of the linear PCM recorder. The issues described below are not malfunctions of the linear PCM recorder. Cause/Remedy You cannot record files up to the maximum recording time. If you record files in a mixture of recording modes, the recordable time varies between the maximum recording time of the highest recording mode to those of the lowest recording mode.
Specifications System requirements When you use the linear PCM recorder connected to a computer or as a USB mass storage device, your computer must meet the operating system requirements and port environment described below. To use your computer with the Sound Forge Audio Studio LE software, see “Using the Sound Forge Audio Studio LE” supplied.
Design and specifications Compatible file formats*1 Capacity (User available capacity: when the built-in memory is formatted with the linear PCM recorder) 32 GB (approx. 25.60 GB = 27,487,790,694 Byte) A part of the memory capacity is used as a management area. Maximum number of folders (for a drive) 400 folders Maximum number of files (for a folder) 199 files Maximum number of files (for a drive) 4,074 files (When 21 folders are contained in a drive.
Specifications (continued) Input/output WMA*3 ˎˎBit rate: 32 kbps - 192 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) ˎˎSampling ˎˎFile frequencies: 44.1 kHz extension: .wma *3 WMA Ver. 9 is compatible, however, MBR (Multi Bit Rate), Lossless, Professional, and Voice are not supported. Copyright-protected file cannot be played back. AAC-LC*4 ˎˎBit rate: 16 kbps - 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) ˎˎSampling frequencies: 11.025/12/16/ 22.05/24/32/44.1/48 kHz ˎˎFile extension: .
General Additional Information Maximum power output 200 mW Power requirements Four LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (supplied)/AC adaptor (not supplied): 6 V DC Four nickel metal hydride rechargeable batteries NH-AA (not supplied): 4.8 V DC Power consumption 3.7 W Operating temperature 5 °C - 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) Dimensions Approx. 72.0 × 156.8 × 32.7 mm (2 7/8 × 6 1/4 × 1 5/16 inches) (w/h/d) (not including projecting parts and controls) Mass Approx.
Specifications (continued) Maximum recordable time*1 *2 The total maximum recordable time (approximate) of all the folders is as follows. Built-in memory (32 GB) REC Mode Maximum recordable time DSD 2.8MHz/1bit (STEREO) Approx. 10 hrs. 50 min. LPCM 192kHz/24bit (STEREO) Approx. 6 hrs. 35 min. LPCM 176.4kHz/24bit (STEREO) Approx. 7 hrs. 10 min. LPCM 96kHz/24bit (STEREO) Approx. 13 hrs. 15 min. LPCM 96kHz/16bit (STEREO) Approx. 19 hrs. 50 min. LPCM 88.2kHz/24bit (STEREO) Approx. 14 hrs. 25 min.
REC Mode Memory card 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB 128 GB LPCM 88.2kHz/16bit (STEREO) Approx. 1 hr. 30 min. Approx. 3 hrs. 0 min. Approx. 6 hrs. 5 min. Approx. 12 hrs. 10 min. Approx. 24 hrs. 20 min. Approx. 48 hrs. 40 min. Approx. 97 hrs. 20 min. LPCM 48kHz/24bit (STEREO) Approx. 1 hr. 50 min. Approx. 3 hrs. 40 min. Approx. 7 hrs. 25 min. Approx. 14 hrs. 50 min. Approx. 29 hrs. 45 min. Approx. 59 hrs. 35 min. Approx. 119 hrs. LPCM 48kHz/16bit (STEREO) Approx. 2 hrs. 45 min. Approx.
Specifications (continued) Battery life*4 When using alkaline batteries (Continuous using of Sony alkaline battery LR6(SG)) (supplied) REC Mode Recording Playback With monitor without monitor through speakers with headphones DSD 2.8MHz/1bit (STEREO) Approx. 8 hrs. Approx. 12 hrs. Approx. 17 hrs. Approx. 17 hrs. LPCM 192kHz/24bit (STEREO) Approx. 10 hrs. Approx. 18 hrs. Approx. 15 hrs. Approx. 15 hrs. LPCM 96kHz/24bit (STEREO) Approx. 11 hrs. Approx. 22 hrs. Approx. 18 hrs. Approx.
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Trademarks ˎˎMicrosoft, Windows and Windows Media are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. ˎˎ“DSD” is a trademark. ˎˎmacOS is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the USA and other countries. ˎˎPentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. ˎˎMPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
License Notes on the License This linear PCM recorder comes with software that are used based on licensing agreements with the owners of that software. Based on requests by the owners of copyright of these software applications, we have an obligation to inform you of the following. Please read the following sections. Licenses (in English) are recorded in the internal memory of your linear PCM recorder.
License (continued) THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS ”AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED.
Index Symbols E M (headphone) jack............ 39, 46 Easy Search............................... 73 Maximum recordable time...... 90 button.......................... 23, 47 Effect........................................ 49 Memory card............................. 25 button.......................... 23, 47 Error messages........................ 82 Memory card slot...................... 25 PAUSE button/ External microphone................ 41 MIC ATT switch.........................
Index (continued) R T REC LEVEL dial...................... 14, 37 Track Mark................................ 54 REC Mode................................. 69 Tripod........................................ 35 Recording.................................. 33 Troubleshooting........................ 77 Digital recording............... 42 Digital Synchronized Recording....................... 44 Pause................................. 38 Recording analog sound.............................
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