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IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Search Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting List of Topics Use this Help Guide when you have any questions on how to use your IC recorder. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use Table Of Contents Help Guide ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000..........................................................................................i How to Use.....................................................................................................................................1 Help Guide | Preparation..........................................................................................................6 Help Guide | Parts description..........................................................................................26 Help Guide | Parts and controls..................................................................................79 Help Guide | Display window............................................................................................27 Help Guide | Display when stopped............................................................................81 Help Guide | Display when recording..........................................................................84 Help Guide | Display during playback.........................................................................86 Help Guide | Display when the HOLD function is set..................................................88 Help Guide | Display in the HOLD status....................................................................89 Help Guide | Display of the current file information.....................................................90 Help Guide | Display during FOLDER selection.........................................................92 Help Guide | Display of the file list..............................................................................94 Help Guide | Display during MENU operation.............................................................95 Help Guide | Power...........................................................................................................28 Help Guide | Recharging the battery...........................................................................96 Help Guide | Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer...............................98 Help Guide | Recharging the battery using a USB AC adaptor..................................99 Help Guide | Disconnecting the IC recorder from the USB AC adaptor....................101 Help Guide | Turning the power on...........................................................................102 Help Guide | Turning the power off...........................................................................103 Help Guide | Memory card................................................................................................29 Help Guide | Inserting a memory card......................................................................104 Help Guide | Selecting the memory..........................................................................106 Help Guide | Clock setting................................................................................................30 Help Guide | Setting the clock...................................................................................107 Help Guide | Setting the clock using the menu.........................................................109 Help Guide | Language setting.........................................................................................31 Help Guide | Setting the display language................................................................111 Help Guide | Selecting items on the display.....................................................................32 Help Guide | Selecting a folder and a file..................................................................112 Help Guide | Selecting a tab.....................................................................................114 Help Guide | HOLD...........................................................................................................33 Help Guide | Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD).......................................116 Help Guide | Releasing the HOLD function..............................................................117 Help Guide | Maintaining the volume level (European model only)..................................34 Help Guide | Maintaining the moderate volume level (European TOC-1 Help Guide | Maintaining the moderate volume level (European models only).............................................................................................................118 Help Guide | Recording............................................................................................................7 Help Guide | Recording....................................................................................................35 Help Guide | Recording sound from the built-in microphones – AGC recording...................................................................................................................119 Help Guide | Peak meter for the recording level.......................................................122 Help Guide | Monitoring sound while recording........................................................123 Help Guide | Various operations while recording......................................................124 Help Guide | Various operations/settings.........................................................................36 Help Guide | Directionality of the built-in microphones.............................................125 Help Guide | Switching the directionality of the built-in microphones.......................127 Help Guide | Selecting a recording scene for each situation....................................130 Help Guide | Registering recording settings in “My Scene” .....................................132 Help Guide | Tips for better recording.......................................................................133 Help Guide | Settings for the Scene Select function.................................................135 Help Guide | Recording sound manually..................................................................137 Help Guide | Adding a new segment to a previously recorded file...........................139 Help Guide | Adding an overwrite recording during playback...................................141 Help Guide | Recording a few seconds in advance – the prerecording function.....................................................................................................143 Help Guide | Recording one sound source to two files - the dualrecording function (ICD-SX1000 only)......................................................................145 Help Guide | Recording across memory media – cross-memory recording...................................................................................................................147 Help Guide | Starting to record automatically in response to sound – the VOR function......................................................................................................148 Help Guide | Recording via other devices........................................................................38 Help Guide | Recording with an external microphone...............................................149 Help Guide | Recording from external equipment (using the synchronized recording function)..............................................................................150 Help Guide | Recording without using the synchronized recording function.....................................................................................................................152 Help Guide | Using external devices.................................................................................39 Help Guide | Recording the playback sound of the IC recorder on external equipment...................................................................................................154 Help Guide | Playback..............................................................................................................8 Help Guide | Playing.........................................................................................................40 Help Guide | Playing back the recorded sound.........................................................155 Help Guide | Various operations while playing.........................................................157 TOC-2 Help Guide | Various operations/settings.........................................................................41 Help Guide | Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer – the noise cut function ..........................................................158 Help Guide | Adjusting the playback sound by amplifying inaudible sound – the digital voice up function .......................................................................159 Help Guide | Transcribing a recorded file (Transcription Playback Mode)........................................................................................................................160 Help Guide | Adjusting the playback speed and tones – the DPC ( Digital Pitch Control) and the key control function....................................................162 Help Guide | Selecting the sound effect....................................................................164 Help Guide | Customizing the sound level................................................................166 Help Guide | Selecting the playback mode...............................................................167 Help Guide | Playing back a specified section repeatedly (A-B repeat)....................169 Help Guide | Listening with better sound quality.......................................................170 Help Guide | Searching forward/backward during playback (Cue/ Review).....................................................................................................................171 Help Guide | Searching the desired point quickly (Easy Search).............................172 Help Guide | Using a calendar..........................................................................................42 Help Guide | Selecting a recording date from the calendar and playing back..........................................................................................................................174 Help Guide | Setting an alarm...........................................................................................43 Help Guide | Playing back a file at a desired time with an alarm..............................176 Help Guide | Changing the alarm setting..................................................................178 Help Guide | Editing..................................................................................................................9 Help Guide | Erasing files.................................................................................................44 Help Guide | Erasing a file........................................................................................179 Help Guide | Erasing all files in a folder....................................................................181 Help Guide | Organizing files............................................................................................45 Help Guide | Moving a file to a different folder..........................................................182 Help Guide | Copying a file to the other memory......................................................183 Help Guide | Track marks.................................................................................................46 Help Guide | Adding a track mark.............................................................................184 Help Guide | Erasing a track mark............................................................................186 Help Guide | Erasing all the track marks in the selected file at one time..................187 Help Guide | Dividing files.................................................................................................47 Help Guide | Dividing a file at the current position....................................................188 Help Guide | Dividing a file at all the track mark positions........................................190 Help Guide | Changing names..........................................................................................48 Help Guide | Changing a folder name.......................................................................191 Help Guide | Changing a file name...........................................................................192 TOC-3 Help Guide | Protecting files.............................................................................................49 Help Guide | Protecting a file....................................................................................193 Help Guide | Menu..................................................................................................................10 Help Guide | Using menus................................................................................................50 Help Guide | Using the menu....................................................................................194 Help Guide | Menu list...............................................................................................195 Help Guide | Menu items..................................................................................................51 Help Guide | Selecting the recording mode (REC Mode).........................................198 Help Guide | Selecting the input mode and the input sensitivity of an external device (Ext. Input Setting)...........................................................................200 Help Guide | Reducing noise when recording (LCF(Low Cut)).................................202 Help Guide | Adjusting the input level of loud sound automatically ( LIMITER)..................................................................................................................203 Help Guide | Selecting the display mode (Display)...................................................204 Help Guide | Turning the recording lamp/the access lamp on or off ( LED)..........................................................................................................................205 Help Guide | Turning the backlight on or off (Backlight)...........................................206 Help Guide | Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory).....................207 Help Guide | Selecting the clock display (Time Display)...........................................208 Help Guide | Turning the beep sound on or off (Beep).............................................209 Help Guide | Using the sleep timer (Sleep Timer)....................................................210 Help Guide | Setting the time period for the IC recorder to turn off ( Auto Power Off)........................................................................................................211 Help Guide | Resetting all menu items to the default setting (Reset All Settings)....................................................................................................................212 Help Guide | Formatting the memory (Format).........................................................213 Help Guide | Checking the system information (System Information)......................214 Help Guide | Computer...........................................................................................................11 Help Guide | Using the IC recorder with a computer........................................................53 Help Guide | Connecting the IC recorder to your computer......................................215 Help Guide | Structure of folders and files................................................................217 Help Guide | Copying files from the IC recorder to your computer...........................220 Help Guide | Copying a music file from your computer to the IC recorder (drag and drop)...........................................................................................221 Help Guide | Playing back music files copied from your computer using the IC recorder................................................................................................222 Help Guide | Using the IC Recorder as USB memory..............................................223 Help Guide | Software.............................................................................................................12 Help Guide | Sound Organizer..........................................................................................54 Help Guide | What you can do using Sound Organizer (for Windows TOC-4 Help Guide | What you can do using Sound Organizer (for Windows only)..........................................................................................................................224 Help Guide | System requirements for using Sound Organizer................................226 Help Guide | Installing Sound Organizer (for Windows only)....................................228 Help Guide | The Sound Organizer window (for Windows only)...............................230 Help Guide | Specifications.....................................................................................................13 Help Guide | Specifications...............................................................................................55 Help Guide | About compatible memory cards.........................................................231 Help Guide | System requirements...........................................................................232 Help Guide | Design and specifications....................................................................234 Help Guide | Battery life............................................................................................239 Help Guide | Announcements.................................................................................................14 Help Guide | Notes on use................................................................................................56 Help Guide | Precautions..........................................................................................241 Help Guide | Safety regulations........................................................................................57 Help Guide | Safety regulations................................................................................243 Help Guide | Important information...................................................................................58 Help Guide | Listening for a Lifetime.........................................................................245 Help Guide | Copyrights/Trademarks/License..................................................................59 Help Guide | Trademarks..........................................................................................247 Help Guide | Notice for users....................................................................................248 Help Guide | License.................................................................................................249 Help Guide | Support website...........................................................................................60 Help Guide | Customer support websites.................................................................250 Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................................2 IC recorder operations............................................................................................................15 If you have problems........................................................................................................61 Troubleshooting........................................................................................................251 Resetting the IC recorder..................................................................................................62 Resetting the IC recorder..........................................................................................252 Noise.................................................................................................................................63 The recorded file is noisy and is hard to understand................................................253 The recorded file is noisy and you want to record....................................................254 A rustling noise is recorded.......................................................................................255 A buzzing or humming noise is recorded..................................................................256 Noise is recorded when you record a file using an...................................................257 Noise is heard when you listen to the file usingheadphones....................................258 Noise is heard in the playback even though the noisecut function is active........................................................................................................................259 Power................................................................................................................................64 TOC-5 The IC recorder cannot be turned on. The IC...........................................................260 The IC recorder cannot be turned off........................................................................261 The IC recorder is powered off automatically...........................................................262 The battery life is short.............................................................................................263 Charging...........................................................................................................................65 You cannot charge the battery by connecting the ICrecorder to your computer...................................................................................................................264 The charging indicator is not displayed or disappearsin the middle of charging....................................................................................................................265 “COLD” or “HOT” is flashing instead of the batteryindicator. ..................................266 General operations...........................................................................................................66 The IC recorder does not operate correctly..............................................................267 The recording lamp and the access lamp do not light..............................................268 Recording.........................................................................................................................67 You cannot record a file............................................................................................269 Recording is interrupted............................................................................................270 The VOR function does not work..............................................................................271 When recording from other equipment, the inputlevel is too strong or not strong enough.....................................................................................................272 The input sound is distorted......................................................................................273 You cannot add a recording or an overwrite recording.............................................274 Playback...........................................................................................................................68 The playback volume is low......................................................................................275 The playback sound becomes loud unexpectedly....................................................276 No sound comes from the speaker...........................................................................277 Sound comes from the speaker even when theheadphones are plugged in.................................................................................................................278 Sound effect does not change even when the “Effect”setting is changed....................................................................................................................279 Playback speed is too fast or too slow......................................................................280 Playback sound is not good when a music file isplayed back...................................281 Editing...............................................................................................................................69 You cannot divide a file.............................................................................................282 You cannot move a file.............................................................................................283 You cannot copy a file to another memory...............................................................284 Clock.................................................................................................................................70 “--:--” is displayed. ....................................................................................................285 or “--:--.” ...................................................................................................................286 Display..............................................................................................................................71 There are fewer menu items displayed in the menumode........................................287 TOC-6 The remaining time displayed in the display windowis shorter than that displayed on the computer.................................................................................288 Files..................................................................................................................................72 The “Memory Full” animation is displayed and youcannot start recording...................................................................................................................289 The “File Full” animation is displayed and you cannotoperate the IC recorder....................................................................................................................290 The memory card is not recognized..........................................................................291 Computer..........................................................................................................................73 Even after you change a menu setting, the change isnot applied to the menu...................................................................................................................292 A character in a folder or file name is displayed inunreadable characters.................................................................................................................293 It takes a long time to copy a file..............................................................................294 The IC recorder is not recognized by your computer.A folder/file cannot be transferred from yourcomputer.................................................................295 The file transferred from your computer is notdisplayed or cannot be played back...............................................................................................................296 The computer cannot start........................................................................................297 Software operations (Sound Organizer).................................................................................16 Installation.........................................................................................................................74 The Sound Organizer software cannot be installed..................................................298 Connections......................................................................................................................75 The IC recorder cannot be properly connected........................................................299 Operations........................................................................................................................76 Playback sound from the computer is low./No soundis emitted from the computer.............................................................................................................300 Stored files cannot be played back or edited............................................................301 The counter or slider moves incorrectly, or noise isheard........................................302 Operation is slow when there are many files............................................................303 Display does not work during saving, adding, ordeleting of files..............................304 The software ‘hangs’ when the Sound Organizersoftware starts up. .......................305 Messages...............................................................................................................................17 Messages list..................................................................................................................306 System limitations...................................................................................................................18 System limitations...........................................................................................................310 List of Topics..................................................................................................................................3 Help Guide | How to Use........................................................................................................19 Help Guide | Troubleshooting.................................................................................................23 TOC-7 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top How to Use Select the item you want to check from the navigation pane on the left. If you cannot find the item: Playback In the “List of Topics,” you can see headers for all of the topics in this help guide. Editing You can search for what you want by entering keywords in the search window at the top of the page. Menu Go to Page Top Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 1 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages Search Back to Top Troubleshooting Select the item you want to check from the navigation pane on the left. If you cannot find the item: In the “List of Topics,” you can see headers for all of the topics in this help guide. You can search for what you want by entering keywords in the search window at the top of the page. Go to Page Top System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 2 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Back to Top List of Topics How to Use In the “List of Topics,” you can see headers for all of the Troubleshooting topics in this help guide. Select the item you want to check from the navigation pane on the left. List of Topics If you cannot find the item: How to Use Troubleshooting 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation You can search for what you want by entering keywords in the search window at the top of the page. Go to Page Top Notes on use 3 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Back to Top Notes on use How to Use Before use Troubleshooting notice. October 2012 To make full use of this website, please read the following notes thoroughly. 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Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 5 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Back to Top Preparation Parts description Preparation Display window Recording Power Playback Search Memory card Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Clock setting Language setting Selecting items on the display HOLD Announcements Maintaining the volume level (European model only) Troubleshooting Go to Page Top List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 6 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Back to Top Recording Recording Preparation Various operations/settings Recording Recording via other devices Playback Editing Search Using external devices Go to Page Top Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 7 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Back to Top Playback Playing Preparation Various operations/settings Recording Using a calendar Playback Editing Search Setting an alarm Go to Page Top Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 8 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Back to Top Editing Erasing files Preparation Organizing files Recording Track marks Playback Search Dividing files Editing Menu Computer Software Changing names Protecting files Go to Page Top Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 9 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Menu Using menus Menu items Go to Page Top Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 10 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Back to Top Computer Using the IC recorder with a computer Go to Page Top Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 11 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Back to Top Software Sound Organizer Go to Page Top Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 12 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Back to Top Specifications Specifications Go to Page Top Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 13 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Back to Top Announcements Notes on use Preparation Safety regulations Recording Important information Playback Search Copyrights/Trademarks/License Editing Menu Computer Support website Go to Page Top Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 14 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics Search Back to Top IC recorder operations If you have problems Resetting the IC recorder Noise Power Charging General operations Recording Playback Editing Clock Display Files Computer Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 15 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Search Back to Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Installation Connections Operations Go to Page Top Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 16 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Back to Top Messages Messages list Go to Page Top Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 17 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Back to Top System limitations System limitations Go to Page Top Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 18 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting List of Topics How to Use Troubleshooting Search Back to Top How to Use Preparation Parts description Parts and controls Display window Display when stopped Display when recording Display during playback Display when the HOLD function is set Display in the HOLD status Display of the current file information Display during FOLDER selection Display of the file list Display during MENU operation Power Recharging the battery Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer Recharging the battery using a USB AC adaptor Disconnecting the IC recorder from the USB AC adaptor Turning the power on Turning the power off Memory card Inserting a memory card Selecting the memory Clock setting Setting the clock Setting the clock using the menu Language setting Setting the display language Selecting items on the display Selecting a folder and a file Selecting a tab HOLD Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) Releasing the HOLD function Maintaining the volume level (European model only) Maintaining the moderate volume level (European models only) 19 Recording Recording Recording sound from the built-in microphones – AGC recording Peak meter for the recording level Monitoring sound while recording Various operations while recording Various operations/settings Directionality of the built-in microphones Switching the directionality of the built-in microphones Selecting a recording scene for each situation Registering recording settings in “My Scene” Tips for better recording Settings for the Scene Select function Recording sound manually Adding a new segment to a previously recorded file Adding an overwrite recording during playback Recording a few seconds in advance – the pre-recording function Recording one sound source to two files - the dual-recording function (ICDSX1000 only) Recording across memory media – cross-memory recording Starting to record automatically in response to sound – the VOR function Recording via other devices Recording with an external microphone Recording from external equipment (using the synchronized recording function) Recording without using the synchronized recording function Using external devices Recording the playback sound of the IC recorder on external equipment Playback Playing Playing back the recorded sound Various operations while playing Various operations/settings Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer – the noise cut function Adjusting the playback sound by amplifying inaudible sound – the digital voice up function Transcribing a recorded file (Transcription Playback Mode) Adjusting the playback speed and tones – the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) and the key control function Selecting the sound effect Customizing the sound level Selecting the playback mode Playing back a specified section repeatedly (A-B repeat) Listening with better sound quality 20 Searching forward/backward during playback (Cue/Review) Searching the desired point quickly (Easy Search) Using a calendar Selecting a recording date from the calendar and playing back Setting an alarm Playing back a file at a desired time with an alarm Changing the alarm setting Editing Erasing files Erasing a file Erasing all files in a folder Organizing files Moving a file to a different folder Copying a file to the other memory Track marks Adding a track mark Erasing a track mark Erasing all the track marks in the selected file at one time Dividing files Dividing a file at the current position Dividing a file at all the track mark positions Changing names Changing a folder name Changing a file name Protecting files Protecting a file Menu Using menus Using the menu Menu list Menu items Selecting the recording mode (REC Mode) Selecting the input mode and the input sensitivity of an external device (Ext. Input Setting) Reducing noise when recording (LCF(Low Cut)) Adjusting the input level of loud sound automatically (LIMITER) Selecting the display mode (Display) Turning the recording lamp/the access lamp on or off (LED) Turning the backlight on or off (Backlight) Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) Selecting the clock display (Time Display) 21 Turning the beep sound on or off (Beep) Using the sleep timer (Sleep Timer) Setting the time period for the IC recorder to turn off (Auto Power Off) Resetting all menu items to the default setting (Reset All Settings) Formatting the memory (Format) Checking the system information (System Information) Computer Using the IC recorder with a computer Connecting the IC recorder to your computer Structure of folders and files Copying files from the IC recorder to your computer Copying a music file from your computer to the IC recorder (drag and drop) Playing back music files copied from your computer using the IC recorder Using the IC Recorder as USB memory Software Sound Organizer What you can do using Sound Organizer (for Windows only) System requirements for using Sound Organizer Installing Sound Organizer (for Windows only) The Sound Organizer window (for Windows only) Specifications Specifications About compatible memory cards System requirements Design and specifications Battery life Announcements Notes on use Precautions Safety regulations Safety regulations Important information Listening for a Lifetime Copyrights/Trademarks/License Trademarks Notice for users License Support website Customer support websites Go to Page Top 22 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting List of Topics How to Use Troubleshooting Search Back to Top Troubleshooting IC recorder operations If you have problems Troubleshooting Resetting the IC recorder Resetting 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 in your recording. A rustling noise is recorded. A buzzing or humming noise is recorded. Noise is recorded when you record a file using an external microphone (not supplied). Noise is heard when you listen to the file using headphones. Noise is heard in the playback even though the noise cut function is active. Power The IC recorder cannot be turned on. The IC recorder does not operate, even if you press any button. The IC recorder cannot be turned off. The IC recorder is powered off automatically. The battery life is short. Charging You cannot charge the battery by connecting the IC recorder to your computer. The charging indicator is not displayed or disappears in the middle of charging. “COLD” or “HOT” is flashing instead of the battery indicator. General operations The IC recorder does not operate correctly. The recording lamp and the access lamp do not light. Recording You cannot record a file. Recording is interrupted. The VOR function does not work. When recording from other equipment, the input level is too strong or not strong enough. The input sound is distorted. You cannot add a recording or an overwrite recording. Playback The playback volume is low. 23 The playback sound becomes loud unexpectedly. No sound comes from the speaker. Sound comes from the speaker even when the headphones are plugged in. Sound effect does not change even when the “Effect” setting is changed. Playback speed is too fast or too slow. Playback sound is not good when a music file is played back. Editing You cannot divide a file. You cannot move a file. You cannot copy a file to another memory. Clock “--:--” is displayed. The recording date of a file appears as “--y--m--d” or “--:--.” Display There are fewer menu items displayed in the menu mode. The remaining time displayed in the display window is shorter than that displayed on the computer. Files The “Memory Full” animation is displayed and you cannot start recording. The “File Full” animation is displayed and you cannot operate the IC recorder. The memory card is not recognized. Computer Even after you change a menu setting, the change is not applied to the menu. A character in a folder or file name is displayed in unreadable characters. It takes a long time to copy a file. The IC recorder is not recognized by your computer. A folder/file cannot be transferred from your computer. The file transferred from your computer is not displayed or cannot be played back. The computer cannot start. Software operations (Sound Organizer) Installation The Sound Organizer software cannot be installed. Connections The IC recorder cannot be properly connected. Operations Playback sound from the computer is low./No sound is emitted from the computer. Stored files cannot be played back or edited. The counter or slider moves incorrectly, or noise is heard. Operation is slow when there are many files. Display does not work during saving, adding, or deleting of files. The software ‘hangs’ when the Sound Organizer software starts up. 24 Messages Messages list Messages list System limitations System limitations System limitations Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 25 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Back to Top Parts description Parts and controls Explains the name of parts, such as buttons and switches, on the IC recorder. Go to Page Top Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 26 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Display window Display when stopped Explains the items and icons that appear in the display window while the IC recorder is stopped. Display when recording Playback Explains the items and icons that appear in the display window while the IC recorder is recording. Editing Display during playback Menu Explains the items and icons that appear in the display window while the IC recorder is playing back. Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting Display when the HOLD function is set Shows the message that appears in the display window when the HOLD function is set to “ON.” Display in the HOLD status Shows the message that appears in the display window when you operate the IC recorder while the HOLD function is set to “ON.” Display of the current file information List of Topics Explains the display which shows the current file information, such as the date and time recorded, file length, etc. Display during FOLDER selection Explains the items and icons that appear in the display window of the folder list. Display of the file list Explains the file list which appears after you select a particular folder. Display during MENU operation Explains the display that appears when you operate menu items. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 27 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Power Recharging the battery Explains how to charge the rechargeable battery by connecting the IC recorder to a computer. Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer Explains how to disconnect the IC recorder from your computer. Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Recharging the battery using a USB AC adaptor Explains how to charge the rechargeable battery from the AC outlet using the USB AC adaptor. Disconnecting the IC recorder from the USB AC adaptor Explains how to disconnect the IC recorder from the USB AC adaptor. Turning the power on Explains how to turn the power of the IC recorder on with the POWER ON/OFF•HOLD switch. Turning the power off Explains how to turn the power of the IC recorder off with the POWER ON/OFF•HOLD switch. Go to Page Top Notes on use 28 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Memory card Inserting a memory card Explains how to insert or remove a memory card. Selecting the memory Explains how to select the memory to be used, either the built-in memory or the memory card. Playback Editing Go to Page Top Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 29 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Search Back to Top Clock setting Setting the clock Explains how to set the clock when the clock setting window appears. Setting the clock using the menu Explains how to set the clock from the menu. Go to Page Top Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 30 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Language setting Setting the display language Explains how to select the language to be used for messages, menus, folder names, etc. Go to Page Top Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 31 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Selecting items on the display Selecting a folder and a file Explains how to select a file or a folder in the display window. Selecting a tab Explains how to select the tab and switch the display according to the tab selected. Playback Editing Go to Page Top Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 32 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top HOLD Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) Explains how to disable all button operations to prevent unintentional operations. Releasing the HOLD function Explains how to release the HOLD function to enable button operations. Playback Editing Go to Page Top Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 33 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Back to Top Maintaining the volume level (European model only) Maintaining the moderate volume level (European models only) Explains how to maintain a moderate volume level when using the headphones. Go to Page Top Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 34 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Recording Recording sound from the built-in microphones – AGC recording Explains the basic recording procedures using the built-in microphone. Peak meter for the recording level Explains the recording level guide. It appears during recording and shows the input level. Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Monitoring sound while recording Explains how to monitor the sound while recording with the supplied headphones. Various operations while recording Introduces various operations you can perform while recording. Go to Page Top Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 35 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Search Back to Top Various operations/settings Directionality of the built-in microphones Explains the features of the two built-in microphones (stereo microphones and zoom microphone) of the IC recorder. Switching the directionality of the built-in microphones Explains how to switch between the two types of built-in microphones (stereo microphones and zoom microphone) of the IC recorder and how to adjust the microphone sensitivity. Editing Menu Computer Selecting a recording scene for each situation Explains how to select the recording settings that match to various recording scenes, such as during meeting or interview (Scene Select). Software Registering recording settings in “My Scene” Specifications Explains how to register recording settings you want to use in “My Scene 1” or “My Scene 2” in the Scene Select setting. Announcements Troubleshooting Tips for better recording Introduces hints for recording in various situations. Settings for the Scene Select function List of Topics Introduces the recording settings (such as “REC Mode,” “Sensitivity setting,” etc.) that are set for each Scene Select item. Recording sound manually Explains how to record sound while adjusting the recording level manually, which can reduce the distortion of the sound. Adding a new segment to a previously recorded file Explains how to add a new segment to the file that is currently playing. Adding an overwrite recording during playback Explains how to add an overwrite recording after a selected point in a recorded file. Recording a few seconds in advance – the pre-recording function Explains how to use the pre-recording function which allows you to record sound sources for approximately 5 seconds prior to the point when you start recording. Recording one sound source to two files - the dual-recording function (ICD-SX1000 only) Explains how to create both LPCM and MP3 files in one recording session. 36 Recording across memory media – cross-memory recording Explains how to use the cross-memory recording function, which switches the memory media automatically when the memory currently being used becomes full during recording. Starting to record automatically in response to sound – the VOR function This function starts and pauses recording automatically according to the volume of the sound (input level) that the IC recorder detects. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 37 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Back to Top Recording via other devices Recording with an external microphone Explains how to record with an external microphone that is connected to the IC recorder and selects the input mode with the “Ext. Input Setting” menu. Recording Recording from external equipment (using the synchronized recording function) Playback Explains how to start and pause recording automatically according to the sound level input from externally connected equipment (synchronized recording). Editing Menu Computer Software Recording without using the synchronized recording function Explains how to record manually regardless of the sound level input from externally connected equipment. Go to Page Top Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 38 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Using external devices Recording the playback sound of the IC recorder on external equipment Explains how to record the playback sound of the IC recorder on external equipment. Go to Page Top Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 39 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Playing Playing back the recorded sound Explains how to play back the recorded sound with the speaker of the IC recorder. Various operations while playing Introduces various operations you can perform while playing. Playback Editing Go to Page Top Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 40 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Search Back to Top Various operations/settings Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer – the noise cut function Explains how to reduce ambient noise, which makes the human voice clearer when playing back a file. Adjusting the playback sound by amplifying inaudible sound – the digital voice up function Explains how to set the digital voice up function, which amplifies the low-level part of a recording, allowing you to hear low or small voices clearly. Menu Transcribing a recorded file (Transcription Playback Mode) Computer Explains how to adjust the playback speed, etc. when transcribing a recorded file. Software Specifications Adjusting the playback speed and tones – the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) and the key control function Explains how to adjust the playback speed and key tones. Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Selecting the sound effect Explains how to set the effect you want for playback. Customizing the sound level Explains how to adjust the sound levels of the multiple frequency band to obtain your favorite sound effect. Selecting the playback mode Explains how to set the playback mode, such as shuffle play or repeat play. Playing back a specified section repeatedly (A-B repeat) Explains how to play back a range between point A and point B, that you have set. Listening with better sound quality Explains how you can listen to a file with the high quality sound by connecting headphones or speakers to the IC recorder. Searching forward/backward during playback (Cue/Review) Explains how to find a desired point in the file by cueing/reviewing during playback. Searching the desired point quickly (Easy Search) Explains how to quickly locate the point at which you wish to start playback. 41 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Using a calendar Selecting a recording date from the calendar and playing back Explains how to play back a file recorded using the IC recorder by searching for it from the calendar. Go to Page Top Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 42 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Setting an alarm Playing back a file at a desired time with an alarm Explains how to start playing back a file with alarm sound at a desired time you set. Changing the alarm setting Explains how to change an alarm setting that has already been set. Playback Editing Go to Page Top Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 43 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Search Back to Top Erasing files Erasing a file Explains how to erase a file stored on the IC recorder. Erasing all files in a folder Explains how to erase all files in a selected folder at once. Go to Page Top Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 44 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Organizing files Moving a file to a different folder Explains how to move a selected file to a selected folder. Copying a file to the other memory Explains how to copy a file back and forth between the built-in memory and a memory card. Playback Editing Go to Page Top Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 45 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Track marks Adding a track mark Explains how to add track marks to make it easier for you to find a point in a file. Erasing a track mark Playback Explains how to erase a track mark that is located at just before the current position. Editing Erasing all the track marks in the selected file at one time Menu Computer Explains how to erase all track marks in the selected file at once. Go to Page Top Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 46 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Search Back to Top Dividing files Dividing a file at the current position Explains how to divide a file into two parts at the desired position. Dividing a file at all the track mark positions Explains how to divide a file at all track mark positions. Go to Page Top Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 47 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Changing names Changing a folder name Explains how to change a folder name by selecting one from a template. Changing a file name Explains how to add a word (words) from a template to the beginning of the file name. Playback Editing Go to Page Top Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 48 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Back to Top Protecting files Protecting a file Explains how to protect a file so that you cannot erase or edit it. Go to Page Top Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 49 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Using menus Using the menu Explains how to set menus. Menu list Introduces the menus in each tab and in which operation mode the IC recorder can make changes to the menu. It also includes a link to each menu topic. Playback Editing Go to Page Top Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 50 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Menu items Selecting the recording mode (REC Mode) Explains how to set the recording mode for the file to be recorded. Selecting the input mode and the input sensitivity of an external device (Ext. Input Setting) Playback Explains how to select the type of external input (“MIC IN” or “Audio IN”) to be recorded and the sensitivity setting when you record from an external device. Editing Reducing noise when recording (LCF(Low Cut)) Menu Explains how to reduce ambient noise or the roaring noise from wind, which allows you to record a file more clearly. Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Adjusting the input level of loud sound automatically (LIMITER) Explains how to use the LIMITER function, which adjusts the input level automatically when a sound that is too loud is input, to prevent sound distortion during manual recording. Selecting the display mode (Display) Explains how to set which information is to be displayed (elapsed time, remaining time, etc.) in the display window. Turning the recording lamp/the access lamp on or off (LED) Explains how to turn the recording lamp/the access lamp on or off while you are operating the IC recorder. Turning the backlight on or off (Backlight) Explains how to turn the backlight of the display window on or off. Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) Explains how to select the memory media (built-in memory or microSD card) to be used. Selecting the clock display (Time Display) Explains how to select from 12 hour-clock or 24 hour-clock. Turning the beep sound on or off (Beep) Explains how to turn the operation beep on or off. Using the sleep timer (Sleep Timer) Explains how to set the Sleep Timer function which turns the IC recorder off automatically when the duration of time set for this sleep timer has elapsed. 51 Setting the time period for the IC recorder to turn off (Auto Power Off) Explains how to set the Auto Power Off function which turns the IC recorder off automatically when no operation has made and the duration of time set for this function has elapsed. Resetting all menu items to the default setting (Reset All Settings) This function changes menu settings back to the default settings. (Some of the menu items such as the clock setting, will not be changed.) Formatting the memory (Format) Explains how to format the built-in memory or a memory card which erases all files and changes the folder structure back to the initial status. Checking the system information (System Information) Explains how to check the model name of your IC recorder, software version and user name. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 52 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Search Back to Top Using the IC recorder with a computer Connecting the IC recorder to your computer Explains how to exchange files between the IC recorder and the computer. Structure of folders and files Explains the structure of folders and files that can be viewed on the computer. Copying files from the IC recorder to your computer Explains how to copy files and folders from the memory on the IC recorder to your computer. Menu Computer Copying a music file from your computer to the IC recorder (drag and drop) Software Explains how to copy music files that are stored on your computer to the IC recorder. Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting Playing back music files copied from your computer using the IC recorder Explains how to listen to the files that have been transferred from your computer to the IC recorder. Using the IC Recorder as USB memory List of Topics Explains how to store files (image files, text files, etc.) on the computer to the IC recorder and use it as an USB storage device. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 53 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Sound Organizer What you can do using Sound Organizer (for Windows only) Introduces the functions or operations you can perform using the Sound Organizer software. System requirements for using Sound Organizer Playback Shows a list of the system environments that are required to use the Sound Organizer software. Editing Installing Sound Organizer (for Windows only) Menu Computer Software Specifications Explains the procedures required to install the Sound Organizer software. The Sound Organizer window (for Windows only) Explains the operations you can perform on the basic Sound Organizer window. Go to Page Top Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 54 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Specifications About compatible memory cards Explains the types of memory cards you can use with your IC recorder. System requirements Shows a list of the system environments that are required to use the IC recorder (such as the version of your OS, the size of the memory, etc.). Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Design and specifications Shows the specifications of the IC recorder (such as dimensions and weight, the size of the built-in memory, etc.). Battery life Shows the battery life for the built-in rechargeable battery in each file format. Go to Page Top Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 55 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Back to Top Notes on use Precautions Explains notes on operations, such as the places you use the IC recorder, and information on handling or maintenance. Go to Page Top Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 56 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Back to Top Safety regulations Safety regulations Describes important information (warnings or notes) for your safety. Go to Page Top Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 57 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Back to Top Important information Listening for a Lifetime Important information on the sound level. Go to Page Top Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 58 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Search Back to Top Copyrights/Trademarks/License Trademarks List of trademarks/registered trademarks Notice for users Important notice on copyrights License Notes on the software license Go to Page Top Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 59 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Back to Top Support website Customer support websites Introduces URLs of the customer support websites. Go to Page Top Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 60 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Back to Top If you have problems Troubleshooting Go to Page Top Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 61 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Back to Top Resetting the IC recorder Resetting the IC recorder Go to Page Top Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 62 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Back to Top Noise The recorded file is noisy and is hard to understand. The recorded file is noisy and you want to record with less noise in your recording. IC recorder operations A rustling noise is recorded. Software operations (Sound Organizer) A buzzing or humming noise is recorded. Messages System limitations List of Topics Search Noise is recorded when you record a file using an external microphone (not supplied). Noise is heard when you listen to the file using headphones. Noise is heard in the playback even though the noise cut function is active. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 63 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Back to Top Power How to Use The IC recorder cannot be turned on. The IC recorder does not operate, even if you press any button. Troubleshooting The IC recorder cannot be turned off. IC recorder operations The IC recorder is powered off automatically. Software operations (Sound Organizer) The battery life is short. Messages Go to Page Top System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 64 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Back to Top Charging How to Use You cannot charge the battery by connecting the IC recorder to your computer. Troubleshooting The charging indicator is not displayed or disappears in the middle of charging. IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) “COLD” or “HOT” is flashing instead of the battery indicator. Go to Page Top Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 65 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Search Back to Top General operations The IC recorder does not operate correctly. The recording lamp and the access lamp do not light. Go to Page Top IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 66 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Search Back to Top Recording You cannot record a file. Recording is interrupted. The VOR function does not work. Software operations (Sound Organizer) When recording from other equipment, the input level is too strong or not strong enough. Messages The input sound is distorted. System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation You cannot add a recording or an overwrite recording. Go to Page Top Notes on use 67 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Search Back to Top Playback The playback volume is low. The playback sound becomes loud unexpectedly. No sound comes from the speaker. Software operations (Sound Organizer) Sound comes from the speaker even when the headphones are plugged in. Messages Sound effect does not change even when the “Effect” setting is changed. System limitations List of Topics Playback speed is too fast or too slow. Playback sound is not good when a music file is played back. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 68 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Search Back to Top Editing You cannot divide a file. You cannot move a file. You cannot copy a file to another memory. Go to Page Top Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 69 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Search Back to Top Clock “--:--” is displayed. The recording date of a file appears as “--y--m--d” or “--:--.” Go to Page Top IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 70 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Search Back to Top Display There are fewer menu items displayed in the menu mode. The remaining time displayed in the display window is shorter than that displayed on the computer. Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 71 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Back to Top Files How to Use The “Memory Full” animation is displayed and you cannot start recording. Troubleshooting The “File Full” animation is displayed and you cannot operate the IC recorder. IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) The memory card is not recognized. Go to Page Top Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 72 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Back to Top Computer How to Use Even after you change a menu setting, the change is not applied to the menu. Troubleshooting A character in a folder or file name is displayed in unreadable characters. IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics It takes a long time to copy a file. The IC recorder is not recognized by your computer. A folder/file cannot be transferred from your computer. The file transferred from your computer is not displayed or cannot be played back. The computer cannot start. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 73 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Back to Top Installation The Sound Organizer software cannot be installed. Go to Page Top Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 74 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Back to Top Connections The IC recorder cannot be properly connected. Go to Page Top Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 75 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Back to Top Operations How to Use Playback sound from the computer is low./No sound is emitted from the computer. Troubleshooting Stored files cannot be played back or edited. IC recorder operations The counter or slider moves incorrectly, or noise is heard. Software operations (Sound Organizer) Operation is slow when there are many files. Messages Display does not work during saving, adding, or deleting of files. System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation The software ‘hangs’ when the Sound Organizer software starts up. Go to Page Top Notes on use 76 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Back to Top Messages list Messages list Go to Page Top Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 77 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Back to Top System limitations System limitations Go to Page Top Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 78 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Parts and controls ICD-SX1000 Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements ICD-SX733/SX734 Troubleshooting List of Topics 1. Built-in microphones (stereo) (L/R) 2. Built-in zoom microphone (monaural) 3. Peak lamp (ICD-SX1000 only) 4. Display window 5. SCENE button 79 6. (folder) button 7. STOP button 8. Access lamp 9. (play/enter) button (*1) 10. Speaker 11. Control button ( , / (review/fast backward), (cue/fast forward)) 12. Strap hole (A strap is not supplied.) 13. USB connector compartment (The USB connector is stored inside.) 14. POWER ON/OFF•HOLD switch 15. VOL –/+ (volume –/+) buttons (*1) 16. MENU button 17. A-B (repeat A-B) button 18. ERASE button 19. REC/PAUSE (record/pause) button, recording lamp 20. TRACK MARK button 21. USB DIRECT slide lever 22. (microphone) jack (PLUG IN POWER) (*1) 23. (headphones) jack 24. M2™/microSD memory card slot (The card slot is in the cover.) (*2) 25. DPC (SPEED)/KEY CTRL (control) switch 26. RESET button *1 These buttons and the jack have a tactile dot. Use it as a reference point for operations, or to identify each terminal. *2 In this Help Guide, M2™ and microSD cards are generally referred to as a “memory card.” The M2™/microSD card slot is referred to as the “memory card slot.” Note The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 80 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Display when stopped How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 1. Newly arriving podcast indicator Appears when a new podcast file is transferred from the Sound Organizer software. 2. Scene select indicator Displays the currently selected scene used for recording. Appears when a scene is set. : Auto Voice Rec : Meeting : Lecture : Voice Notes : Interview : Music : My Scene 1 : My Scene 2 3. File information type indicator : A folder where you can record a file : A folder for playback only : A folder for podcast files : Title name : Artist name : File name 4. Sensitivity setting indicator Displays the level of the Sensitivity setting that has been set in the menu. : Auto : High : Medium : Low : High(Music) : Low(Music) : Zoom 3 : Zoom 2 81 : Zoom 1 : Manual When “Manual” is selected, the recording level also appears. 5. File information Displays the information for each file according to the file information type (folder name, title name, artist name, file name). 6. Operating guide for switching file information You can switch the file information display in sequence by pressing or . 7. Operation mode indicator Displays the following, depending on the current operation of the IC recorder. : stop 8. Counter information You can select the display mode in the menu. Elapsed Time: The elapsed time of a file Remain Time: The remaining time of a file REC Date: Date recorded REC Time: Time recorded 9. Remaining recording time Displays the remaining recording time in hours, minutes, and seconds. If there is 10 hours and more time remaining, the time is displayed in hours. If there is 10 minutes and more and less than 10 hours time remaining, the time is displayed in hours and minutes. If there is less than 10 minutes time remaining, the time is displayed in minutes and seconds. 10. Track mark indicator Displays the track mark number just before the current position. Appears when a track mark is set for a file. 11. Alarm indicator Appears when the alarm is set in a file. 12. File number information The selected file number is displayed in the numerator and the total number of files in the folder is displayed in the denominator. 13. Recording mode indicator The recording mode selected in the menu is displayed. (ICD-SX1000 only), , , , , : LPCM file : MP3 file : LPCM and MP3 files recorded using the Dual recording function (ICD-SX1000 only) 14. Sleep timer indicator When the sleep timer is set, is displayed in the same area of the display as the recording mode. (The sleep timer indicator appears prior to the recording mode indicator.) 15. Protect indicator Appears when the protection is set for a file. 16. Memory card indicator Appears when “Memory Card” is selected as “Select Memory.” When “Built-In Memory” is selected, no indication is displayed. 17. LCF (Low Cut Filter) indicator Appears when “LCF(Low Cut)” is set to “ON” in the menu. 82 18. Battery indicator Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 83 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Print Back to Top Display when recording AGC recording Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Manual recording Computer Software Specifications Pre-recording Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1. Level meter display Level meter display in AGC recording mode. In manual recording, the level meter whose colors are reverse is displayed. 2. Operation mode indicator Displays the following, depending on the current operation of the IC recorder. : recording : recording pause (flashing) : recording with the VOR function : recording pause with the VOR function (flashing) If you press menu, only “ REC/PAUSE to pause recording when “VOR” is set to “ON” in the ” flashes. : synchronized recording : synchronized recording pause (flashing) 3. Recording mode indicator Displays the recording mode of the currently recorded file. (ICD-SX1000 only), , , , : LPCM file : MP3 file 84 , : LPCM and MP3 files recorded using the Dual recording function (ICD-SX1000 only) 4. Sleep timer indicator When the sleep timer is set, is displayed in the same area of the display as the recording mode. (The sleep timer indicator appears prior to the recording mode indicator.) 5. Sensitivity setting indicator : Manual When “Manual” is selected, the recording level also appears. : Recording level over indicator Appears when the recording level is too high and has reached a specified level while recording. 6. Limiter indicator (appears during manual recording) Appears when “LIMITER” is set to “ON” in the menu. 7. Pre-recording buffering time display Appears when the IC recorder is in the recording standby mode. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 85 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Display during playback How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. Computer Software Specifications 1. File information Press or to check the file information during playback. A file recorded using the IC recorder is displayed as follows. Announcements Troubleshooting : Folder name: FOLDER01 - FOLDER05 (If the folder has been transferred from the computer to the IC recorder, “ ” appears on the display.) : File name: Date_file number.extension (e.g. 130101_001.mp3) List of Topics : Artist name (e.g. My Recording) : Title: Date_file number (e.g. 130101_001) Playback level meter 2. Playback 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. ALL: Appears when all the files are played back repeatedly. : Appears when files in one folder (in the Music category) are played back in random order (Shuffle play for files in one folder). ALL: Appears when all the files in all folders (in the Music category) are played back in random order (Shuffle play for all files in all folders). 3. Operation mode indicator Displays the following, depending on the current operation of the IC recorder. 86 : playback : review/fast backward, cue/fast forward : going backward/forward continuously 4. Counter information You can select the display mode in the menu. Elapsed Time: The elapsed time of a file Remain Time: The remaining time of a file REC Date: Date recorded REC Time: Time recorded 5. Recording mode indicator When the IC recorder is playing a file, the recording mode of the file is displayed. (ICD-SX1000 only), : LPCM file , , , : MP3 file When the files are transferred from your computer, only the file format is displayed. : LPCM file transferred : MP3 file transferred : WMA files transferred : AAC-LC files transferred : Appears when the IC recorder cannot recognize the recording mode. 6. Sleep timer indicator When the sleep timer is set, is displayed in the same area of the display as the recording mode. (The sleep timer indicator appears prior to the recording mode indicator.) 7. Noise Cut/Effect indicator Appears when the “Noise Cut” in the menu is set to “Auto,” “Maximum,” or “Medium,” or “Effect” is set in the menu. : Noise Cut : Pop : Rock : Jazz : Bass1 : Bass2 : Custom 8. Remaining recording time Displays the remaining recording time in hours, minutes, and seconds. If there is 10 hours and more time remaining, the time is displayed in hours. If there is 10 minutes and more and less than 10 hours time remaining, the time is displayed in hours and minutes. If there is less than 10 minutes time remaining, the time is displayed in minutes and seconds. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 87 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Display when the HOLD function is set How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1. Message displayed when the HOLD function is set to “ON.” “HOLD” and the current time appear for approximately 3 seconds when you slide the POWER ON/OFF•HOLD switch in the direction of “HOLD.” Specifications Go to Page Top Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Related Topic Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) Releasing the HOLD function Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 88 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Display in the HOLD status How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1. Message displayed while HOLD function is on. Appears when you attempt to operate the IC recorder while the HOLD function is set to prevent unintentional operations. All button operations are disabled. Specifications Go to Page Top Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Related Topic Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) Releasing the HOLD function Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 89 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Display of the current file information How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1. Current file information When a file that has been recorded using the IC recorder is selected and the IC recorder is stopped, you can check the file information by pressing STOP. Specifications The file information appears for about 60 seconds. You can scroll the display by pressing or . Announcements The following information will be displayed. Rec Date/Time: Displays the date and time recorded (y (year), m (month), d (day), and time). Troubleshooting File Length: Displays the length of the file (h (hour), m (minute), and s (second)). List of Topics Model Name: Displays the name of the device on which the current file was recorded. The model name that appears for “Model:” in the “System Information” will be displayed in this area. Scene: Displays the Scene Select setting in effect when the file was recorded. REC Mode: Displays the recording mode of the file. Sensitivity setting: Displays the type of the microphone and the sensitivity settings in effect when the file was recorded. LCF(Low Cut): Displays the “LCF(Low Cut)” setting in effect when the file was recorded. LIMITER: Displays the LIMITER setting in effect when the file was recorded. VOR: Displays the VOR (Voice Operated Recording) setting in effect when the file was recorded. Input: Displays the input method (“Built-in Stereo Mic,” “Built-in Zoom Mic,” “Ext. (MIC IN),” or “Ext. (Audio IN)”) used when the file was recorded. Note 90 File information other than “Rec Date/Time” and “File Length” will be displayed only when the file has been recorded with the IC recorder you use. Hint If you do not attempt to operate the IC recorder for 60 seconds, the file information disappears and the display returns to the stop mode display. If you go back to the STOP. stop mode display immediately, press Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 91 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Display during FOLDER selection How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1. Tabs Displays the types (recordable or playback-only) of areas and memory available. Specifications (Voice): Recordable area used to manage files recorded with the IC recorder. Announcements (Music): Playback-only area used to manage music files transferred from your computer. (If no file or folder has been transferred, the tab will not be displayed.) Troubleshooting List of Topics (Podcast): Playback-only area used to manage podcast files transferred from your computer. (If no file or folder has been transferred, the tab will not be displayed.) (Built-in memory) : Appears when you insert a memory card and set the memory to the built-in memory. (memory card) : Appears when you insert a memory card and set the memory to the memory card. 2. Folders Displays the folders contained in the selected tab. Structure of folders displayed in the display window of the IC recorder The display of the structure of the folders seen in the display window of the IC recorder is different from that seen on the display of a computer. The folder indicators in the display window of the IC recorder are as follows: : Folder for files recorded using the IC recorder : Folder transferred from a computer (They are displayed when music files have been transferred from a computer.) : Folder for podcast files transferred from a computer (These folders are displayed when podcast files have been transferred from a computer.) Note 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. 92 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 tab of the IC recorder. the Folders displayed on the tab of the IC recorder The following folders will be displayed among the folders forwarded from a computer. Folders under the MUSIC folder which contains a file (when some folders have multiple levels, all folders will be displayed in parallel.) Folders transferred to places other than under the MUSIC folder or the PODCASTS folder A folder called “No Folder” (If you transfer music files separately, those files will be displayed under this folder.) Folders displayed on the tab of the IC recorder Folders for podcast files transferred from a computer will be displayed. When you transfer podcast files from your computer to the IC recorder, use the Sound Organizer software. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 93 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Display of the file list How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. Computer Software 1. Folder The icon and the name of the particular folder that you select. Specifications 2. File list The list of files stored in the folder. Announcements Go to Page Top Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 94 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Display during MENU operation How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu The menu items will be different depending on the model you are using. Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. Computer Software 1. Menu tabs Displays the menu tabs. Specifications : Recording : Playback Announcements : Edit Troubleshooting : Display : IC recorder settings 2. Menu items Displays the menu items of the selected menu tab. List of Topics Go to Page Top Related Topic Menu list Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 95 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Print Back to Top Recharging the battery 1. Connect the IC recorder to your computer. Slide the USB DIRECT slide lever on the back of the IC recorder in the direction of the arrow, so that the USB connector appears. Then, insert the USB connector into the USB port of a running computer. (*1) Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications While the battery is charging, “Connecting” and the battery indicator ( ) are displayed in an animation. Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics When the battery is fully charged, the battery indicator will indicate “ ”( ). When you charge the IC recorder for the first time, or when you have not used the IC recorder for a long time, charge the rechargeable battery until the “ ” indicator appears on the display. It takes about 4 hours to fully charge an exhausted battery. (*2) *1 If the IC recorder cannot be connected to a computer directly, use the supplied USB connection support cable. *2 This is an approximation for the time it takes to charge from no remaining battery power to full battery power at room temperature. It varies depending on the remaining power and the condition of the battery. It also takes more time if the temperature of the battery is low, or if the battery is charged while you are transferring data to the IC recorder. Note When you connect the IC recorder to a computer which is not running, the battery will not be charged. Even if the computer is on, and the computer is in a mode of reduced operation (standby or sleep), you cannot charge the battery. The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons 96 and controls used for operations are the same. Go to Page Top Related Topic Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer Connecting the IC recorder to your computer Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 97 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer Follow the procedures below; otherwise, when the IC recorder contains data files, the files may be damaged or become unplayable. Preparation Recording Playback 1. Make sure that the access lamp does not light. 2. Perform the following operation on your computer. On the Windows taskbar at the bottom right of the desktop, left-click the following icon. Editing Menu Then, left-click “Eject IC RECORDER” (Windows 7, Windows 8), or “Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device” (Windows XP, Windows Vista). The icon and menu displayed can be different on different operating systems. The icon may not be always displayed on the taskbar depending on your computer settings. Computer Software Specifications On a Mac screen, click the removal icon of the “IC RECORDER” that appears on the sidebar of the Finder. Announcements Troubleshooting 3. Disconnect the IC recorder from the USB port of the computer, and slide the USB DIRECT slide lever in the direction of the arrow to retract the USB connector. List of Topics Note The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Hint For details on disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your computer. Go to Page Top Related Topic Recharging the battery Connecting the IC recorder to your computer 98 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Back to Top Print Recharging the battery using a USB AC adaptor You can charge the rechargeable battery or use the IC recorder by connecting it to an AC outlet using a USB AC adaptor (not supplied). You can charge the battery while you are using the IC recorder, so that it is useful when you want to record for a long time. When you use the IC recorder for the first time, or after you have not used the IC recorder for a certain period of time, charge the battery continuously until “ ” is Playback displayed. Editing * Menu Search It takes about 4 hours to fully charge an exhausted battery. (*) This is an approximation for the time it takes to charge from no remaining battery power to full battery power at room temperature. It varies depending on the remaining power and the condition of the battery. It also takes more time if the temperature of the battery is low, or if the battery is charged while you are transferring data to the IC recorder. Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics A: USB AC adaptor (not supplied) Note If it is difficult to connect the IC recorder directly to the USB AC adaptor, use the supplied USB connection support cable. 1. Connect a USB AC adaptor (not supplied) to an AC outlet. 2. Slide the USB DIRECT slide lever on the back of the IC recorder and connect the USB connector to the USB AC adaptor. While the battery is charging, the battery indicator ( ) is displayed in an animation. Now you can use the IC recorder while charging the battery. Note While playing back files using the built-in speaker, you cannot charge the battery. During recording (the recording lamp lights or flashes in red) or accessing data (the access lamp flashes in orange), the IC recorder should not be connected to or disconnected from the USB AC adaptor connected to the AC outlet. the USB AC adaptor connected to the IC recorder should not be connected to or disconnected from the AC outlet. Doing so may damage the data. The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These 99 illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Go to Page Top Related Topic Disconnecting the IC recorder from the USB AC adaptor Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 100 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Search Print Back to Top Disconnecting the IC recorder from the USB AC adaptor Follow the procedures below; otherwise, when the IC recorder contains data files, the files may be damaged or become unplayable. 1. If you are recording or playing back a file, press STOP to stop the IC recorder. 2. Make sure that the recording lamp and the access lamp of the IC recorder do not light. 3. Disconnect the IC recorder from the USB AC adaptor, and then disconnect the USB AC adaptor from the AC outlet. Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting Note During recording (the recording lamp lights or flashes in red) or accessing data (the access lamp flashes in orange), the IC recorder should not be connected to or disconnected from the USB AC adaptor connected to the AC outlet. the USB AC adaptor connected to the IC recorder should not be connected to or disconnected from the AC outlet. Doing so may damage the data. Go to Page Top List of Topics Related Topic Recharging the battery using a USB AC adaptor Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 101 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Print Back to Top Turning the power on 1. Slide and hold the POWER ON/OFF•HOLD switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” until the window display appears. Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting The “Accessing...” animation is displayed, and the IC recorder is turned on. Note If the IC recorder is required to process a large amount of data, the start-up window may be displayed for an extended period of time. This is not a malfunction of the IC recorder. Wait until the start-up display disappears from the display window. The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Hint List of Topics 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. (The length of time before auto power off is set to “10min” when you purchase the IC recorder.) If the sleep timer is set, the IC recorder will turn off automatically when the duration of time set for the sleep timer has elapsed. When you turn the power on again within 4 hours after the last time you turned the power off, the power will come on quickly. Go to Page Top Related Topic Turning the power off Setting the time period for the IC recorder to turn off (Auto Power Off) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 102 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Print Back to Top Turning the power off 1. Slide and hold the POWER ON/OFF•HOLD switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” until the “Power Off” animation is displayed. The IC recorder is turned off. Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Note The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Hint 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. (The length of time before auto power off is set to “10min” when you purchase the IC recorder.) If the sleep timer is set, the IC recorder will turn off automatically when the duration of time set for the sleep timer has elapsed. Go to Page Top Related Topic Turning the power on Using the sleep timer (Sleep Timer) Setting the time period for the IC recorder to turn off (Auto Power Off) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 103 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Search Print Back to Top Inserting a memory card In addition to the built-in memory, you can record files on a memory card. Note In this Help Guide, M2™ and microSD cards are generally referred to as a “memory card.” The M2™/microSD card slot is referred to as the “memory card slot.” 1. In the stop mode, open the cover of the memory card slot. Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting 2. Insert a memory card securely to the end of the slot until it clicks into place, as described below. : Insert an M2™ with the terminal side facing toward you. : Insert a microSD card with the label side facing toward you. List of Topics 3. Close the cover of the memory card slot. “Change to Memory Card?” appears on the display. 4. Press or to select “Yes” or “No,” and then press . Note If a memory card is not recognized, remove it and then insert it into the IC recorder again. Do not insert any liquid, metal, flammable or any object other than a memory card into the memory card slot. Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or malfunctions. Before recording, we recommend that you copy all the data stored on the memory 104 card to your computer and format the memory card on the IC recorder so it contains no data. If you insert a memory card while the IC recorder is turned off, you can select the memory to be used with “Select Memory” in the menu when you turn the IC recorder on the next time. The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Hint To remove the memory card, push the memory card into the slot. When it pops out, remove it from the memory card slot. Go to Page Top Related Topic Formatting the memory (Format) Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) Structure of folders and files About compatible memory cards Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 105 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Print Back to Top Selecting the memory You can switch the memory between the built-in memory and a memory card using the folder selection window. Preparation Recording (folder). 1. Press The folder selection window is displayed. Playback 2. Press Editing , and then press or to select the or tab. (Built-in memory) or (memory card) tab will appear when you insert a memory card into the IC recorder. Menu 3. Press Computer 4. Press . The memory selection window is displayed. or to select “Built-In Memory” or “Memory Card,” and then press . Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics The tab icon is changed to those of the selected memory, 5. Press or . STOP to return to the stop mode display. Hint You can switch the memory using the menu. Select MENU - the Memory” to switch the memory. tab - “Select If the memory card has not been formatted, switch the memory using the “Select tab - “Format” to format the Memory” menu, and then select MENU - the memory card. Go to Page Top Related Topic Inserting a memory card Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) Formatting the memory (Format) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 106 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Print Back to Top Setting the clock You need to set the clock to use the alarm function or record the date and time. When the clock is not set, the “Set Date&Time” animation appears, and then the confirmation display (“Set Date&Time?”) appears. Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 1. While the “Set Date&Time?” message is displayed, press “Yes,” and then press or to select . The clock setting display appears and the year section begins to flash. 2. Set year, month, day, hour and minute. Press or to set the year (the last two digits of the year), and then press . Repeat this procedure to set month, day, hour, and minute in sequence. You can move the cursor to the year, month, day, hour and minute by pressing or . When you set the minute and press , the clock reflects the setting. When you finish setting the clock, the display window returns to the stop mode display. Note If you do not press within 1 minute of entering the clock setting data, the clock setting mode 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. The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons 107 and controls used for operations are the same. Hint If you set the HOLD function to on while the IC recorder is stopped, the current time will be displayed. You can set the clock using the menu as well. Go to Page Top Related Topic Setting the clock using the menu Selecting the clock display (Time Display) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 108 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Setting the clock using the menu While the IC recorder is stopped, you can set the clock using the menu. Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications 1. Select MENU - the tab - “Date&Time,” and then press . Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 2. Press or to select “Auto(Synchronizing)” or “Manual,” and then press . When you select “Auto(Synchronizing),” the clock is automatically adjusted using the clock in the computer connected to the IC recorder and on which the Sound Organizer software is started. When you select “Manual,” proceed to the next steps. 3. Press or to select “13y1m1d,” and then press . 4. Set year, month, day, hour and minute. Press or to set the year (the last two digits of the year), and then press . Repeat this procedure to set month, day, hour, and minute in sequence. You can move the cursor to the year, month, day, hour and minute by pressing 109 and . When you set the minute and press , “Executing...” appears, and then “Setting Completed” is displayed and the clock reflects the setting. 5. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Note If you do not press within 1 minute of entering the clock setting data, the clock setting mode 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. The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Hint If you set the HOLD function to on while the IC recorder is stopped, the current time will be displayed. Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting the clock display (Time Display) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 110 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Print Back to Top Setting the display language You can select the language to be used for messages, menus, folder names, file names, etc. Preparation Recording 1. Select MENU - the tab - “Language,” and then press . Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting 2. Press or to select the language that you want to use, and then press . You can select the language from Deutsch (German), English, Español (Spanish), Français (French), Italiano (Italian), Русский (Russian), (Korean), 3. Press (Chinese), (Chinese), (Thai). STOP to return to the stop mode display. Note Number of language options you can select and the default setting differ depending on the country or region you purchased your IC recorder. Go to Page Top List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 111 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Selecting a folder and a file You can select a folder and a file for recording, playing or editing. Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting 1. In the stop mode and the playback mode, press The folder selection window is displayed. (folder). 2. Select a folder. Press or to select the desired folder, and then press To display the files contained in the selected folder, press the folder, and then press . or to select . List of Topics When you purchase the IC recorder, there are 5 folders already available (FOLDER01-05). 3. Select a file. When the file selection window is displayed, press desired file, and then press or to select the . When the stop mode window is displayed, you can switch files by pressing and . Note The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons 112 and controls used for operations are the same. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 113 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Print Back to Top Selecting a tab The recordable area and the playback-only area of folders stored on the IC recorder are managed separately, and are displayed with tabs. Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting 1. Press (folder). The folder selection window is displayed. 2. Press , and then press Only the or to select the , , , or tab. tab is displayed when you purchase the IC recorder. The tab and the List of Topics tab will be displayed when you transfer files from your computer. tab is displayed when a memory card is inserted. When the memory The card is selected as the memory to be used, the tab will be displayed. 3. Press . The folders contained in the selected tab are displayed. 4. Select a folder and a file. Note The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Go to Page Top Related Topic 114 Selecting a folder and a file Playing back music files copied from your computer using the IC recorder Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 115 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) You can disable all the buttons (HOLD) in order to prevent unintentional operations when you carry the IC recorder, etc. Preparation Recording 1. Slide the POWER ON/OFF•HOLD switch in the direction of “HOLD” to disable the buttons while the power is on. Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications “HOLD” and current time appear for approximately 3 seconds, indicating that all the button operations are disabled. Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Note When the HOLD function is activated during recording, all button operations are disabled. To stop recording, cancel the HOLD function first. The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Hint Even if the HOLD function is activated, you can stop the alarm playback by pressing any button. (You cannot stop normal playback.) The clock display (12 hour-clock or 24 hour-clock) can be changed using “Time Display” in the menu. (e.g., 12:00 (24 hour-clock) / 12:00 PM (12 hour-clock)) Go to Page Top Related Topic Releasing the HOLD function Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) 116 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Releasing the HOLD function If you operate buttons on the IC recorder when the HOLD function is set, “HOLD. Slide HOLD Switch to Activate.” appears on the display. Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Release the HOLD function when you operate the IC recorder. 1. Slide the POWER ON/OFF•HOLD switch towards the center. Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Note The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Go to Page Top Related Topic Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 117 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Print Back to Top Maintaining the moderate volume level (European models 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. Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Note The volume is lowered automatically and the “Volume Lowered” message appears, if you do not lower the volume for the specified period of time after the “Check The Volume Level” message appears. Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Go to Page Top Notes on use 118 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Print Back to Top Recording sound from the built-in microphones – AGC recording The following steps are the basic recording procedures using the specified sensitivity setting and recording mode. Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Note Noise may be recorded if an object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubs or scratches the IC recorder during recording. Hint Before you start recording, we recommend you make a trial recording first, or monitor the recording. 1. Slide the POWER ON/OFF•HOLD switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” to turn on the IC recorder, or towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status. The stop mode window appears. 2. Select the desired folder. 3. Place the IC recorder so that the built-in microphones ( ) face the direction of the source to be recorded. 119 4. Press REC/PAUSE in the stop mode. The recording lamp ( ) lights in red. You do not need to press and hold REC/PAUSE while recording. The new file will be automatically recorded as the last file in the current folder. During recording, the peak meter ( ) is displayed. 5. Press STOP to stop recording. The access lamp ( ) flashes in orange and the IC recorder stops at the beginning of the current recording file. Note The IC recorder is recording data and storing it on the memory media when the access lamp is flashing in orange. 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. If the file recorded exceeds the maximum file size (2 GB for an LPCM file or 1 GB for an MP3 file) during recording, the file will be divided. The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Hint You can record up to 199 files in each folder. When a memory card has been inserted, you can continue recording a file by changing the location of the folder used to store the file from the built-in memory to the memory card automatically after the built-in memory is full (Cross-memory recording). Go to Page Top 120 Related Topic Turning the power on Releasing the HOLD function Peak meter for the recording level Various operations while recording Switching the directionality of the built-in microphones Monitoring sound while recording Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 121 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Peak meter for the recording level During the AGC recording, the peak meter used to adjust the recording level ( ) is displayed. Preparation Recording Playback Editing Software The upper meter shows the current input level. The white bar in the lower meter shows the optimum input level for recording. Please adjust the orientation of the built-in microphones, the distance from the sound source, the sensitivity setting of the microphones, or the Scene Select setting so that the level is closer to -12 dB, which fits within the lower optimum range, as illustrated. In manual recording, the level meter colors are reversed. Specifications Recording sound using the built-in stereo microphones Announcements The “L” and “R” meters show the current input level from the built-in stereo microphones. Menu Computer Troubleshooting List of Topics Recording sound using the built-in zoom microphones The “Z” meter shows the current input level from the built-in zoom microphone. Hint If the input level is low, we recommend that you place the IC recorder nearer to the sound source or set the input sensitivity higher. Go to Page Top Related Topic Recording sound from the built-in microphones – AGC recording Recording sound manually Switching the directionality of the built-in microphones Selecting the input mode and the input sensitivity of an external device (Ext. Input Setting) Go to Page Top 122 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Monitoring sound while recording If you connect the supplied stereo headphones to the (headphones) jack, you can monitor the recording. Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software 1. Connect the supplied stereo headphones to the (headphones) jack. 2. Press VOL –/+ to adjust the monitoring volume. Monitoring volume does not affect to the recording level. Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Note When the cord of the headphones touches the IC recorder while you are monitoring the recording, the IC recorder may record a rustling noise. The rustling noise can be reduced by holding the cord away from the IC recorder. The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Go to Page Top Related Topic Recording sound from the built-in microphones – AGC recording Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 123 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Print Back to Top Various operations while recording You can perform the following operations while recording. Preparation To pause recording Recording Press Playback flash in the display window. Editing Menu Search REC/PAUSE. During recording pause, the recording lamp flashes in red and “ ” begins to (An hour after you pause recording, recording pause is automatically released and the IC recorder enters the stop mode.) To release pause and resume recording Press REC/PAUSE again. Computer Recording resumes from that point. (To stop recording after pausing recording, press STOP.) Software To review the current recording instantly Specifications Press Announcements . Recording stops and playback starts from the beginning of the file just recorded. (You cannot select this function in the manual recording mode.) To review during recording Troubleshooting Press and hold List of Topics (You cannot select this function in the manual recording mode.) during recording or recording pause. Recording stops and you can search backwards while listening to fast playback sound. After you release , playback starts from that point. Hint You can make new folders or erase unwanted folders using the Sound Organizer software. You can record up to 199 files in each folder. When a memory card has been inserted, you can continue recording a file by changing the location of the folder used to store the file from the built-in memory to the memory card automatically after the built-in memory is full (Cross-memory recording). Go to Page Top Related Topic Recording sound from the built-in microphones – AGC recording Recording across memory media – cross-memory recording The Sound Organizer window (for Windows only) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) 124 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Directionality of the built-in microphones The IC recorder has two types of built-in microphones, stereo microphones and a zoom microphone. You can switch these two built-in microphones depending on Preparation the recording situation. The built-in microphones can be switched using the menu. Recording Using the built-in stereo microphones Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics The IC recorder records sound from both the left and the right, using the built-in stereo microphones (L/R) ( ). You can obtain dynamic stereo sound recording. Therefore, using the built-in stereo microphones is recommended for recording a complicated sound source, such as a conference, a musical performance, etc. Using the built-in zoom microphone The IC recorder records the sound from the direction you point it out, using the built-in zoom microphone ( ). This is convenient when you want to record a sound source from a particular direction, such as when recording a voice memo, an interview, etc. When using the built-in zoom microphone, the IC recorder records monaural sound. Note The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons 125 and controls used for operations are the same. Go to Page Top Related Topic Switching the directionality of the built-in microphones Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 126 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 How to Use Preparation Print Back to Top Back Help Guide Search Switching the directionality of the built-in microphones You can switch the type of built-in microphone (stereo microphones and zoom microphone). Furthermore, you can set the sensitivity of the microphone you select. Recording Playback 1. In the stop mode or recording mode, select MENU - the Setting,” and then press . tab - “Built-in Mic Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements The built-in microphone setting display appears. 2. Press or to select the item you want to set, and then press . If you intend to switch the microphone to be used, and do not set the microphone sensitivity: Select “Stereo Mic.” or “Zoom Mic.” When you press , the microphone Troubleshooting switches to the one you have selected. In this case, proceed to step 5 to exit the menu mode. List of Topics If you intend to change the microphone sensitivity: Select the “Sensitivity setting” item that is displayed under “Stereo Mic.” or “Zoom Mic.” When you press , the microphone sensitivity setting display appears. In this case, proceed to step 3. 3. Press or to select the item you want to set, and then press . If you select “Sensitivity setting” for “Stereo Mic.”: You can select from “For Voice,” “For Music,” or “Manual.” If you select “For Voice” or “For Music,” you can select the sensitivity level. In this case, proceed to step 4. If you select “Manual,” the setting process is complete and the “Built-in Mic Setting” display appears again. In this case, proceed to step 5. If you select “Sensitivity setting” for “Zoom Mic.”: You can select from “For Voice” or “Manual.” If you select “For Voice,” you can select the zoom level. In this case, proceed to step 4. If you select “Manual,” the setting process is complete and the “Built-in Mic Setting” display appears again. In this case, proceed to step 5. 4. Press or to select the sensitivity setting you want to set, and then press . 127 5. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Sensitivity settings for “Stereo Mic.” You can select one of the menu items available. For Voice: You can select one of the following items for recording voices. Auto: The microphone sensitivity is set automatically to the appropriate recording level for the input sound. (Initial setting) High: To record sound far away from the IC recorder or low sound, such as when recording in a spacious room. Medium: To record the sound of a normal conversation or meeting, such as when recording in a meeting space or during an interview. Low: To record dictation with the microphone held in front of your mouth, sound near the IC recorder, or loud sound. For Music: You can select one of the following items for recording music. High(Music): To record small groups, for example, a chorus, small (soft) sounds, or a musical instrument that is played some distance away from the IC recorder. Low(Music): To record loud sounds, such as that of a band or singing practice. (Initial setting) Manual: During manual recording, you can adjust the recording level manually. Sensitivity settings for “Zoom Mic.” You can select one of the menu items available. For Voice: You can select one of the following settings for recording voices. Zoom3: To record small sounds far from the IC recorder, such as when zooming the voice of a person in a big conference room. Zoom2: To record the voice of a person close to you, such as when recording an interview. (Initial setting) Zoom1: To record your own voice while holding the IC recorder close to your mouth, such as when recording a voice note. Manual: During manual recording, you can adjust the recording level manually. Note When using the built-in zoom microphone, the IC recorder records monaural sound. You cannot set the microphone sensitivity when the Scene Select function has been set. Set the Scene Select function to “Scene Select Off” before setting the sensitivity. Menu items set for “Built-in Mic Setting” will not function if an external microphone (microphone) jack of the IC or an external equipment is connected to the recorder. 128 Go to Page Top Related Topic Directionality of the built-in microphones Recording sound manually Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 129 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Print Back to Top Selecting a recording scene for each situation According to various recording scene, you can change the items for recording, such as “REC Mode”, “Sensitivity setting,” etc., to the recommended settings in bulk (Scene Select). You can store your favorite recording settings for “My Scene 1” and “My Scene 2.” Select “Scene Select Off” first, change the recording settings (“REC Mode,” “Sensitivity setting” for “Built-in Mic Setting” (*)/ “Ext. Input Setting” (*), Playback “LCF(Low Cut),” “LIMITER,” and “VOR”) to your desired settings, and then perform the following operations. Editing * In the Scene Select function, the setting values (the input type setting and the sensitivity setting) set for either the “Built-in Mic Setting” or “Ext. Input Setting” are used. Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 1. In the stop mode, press SCENE. 2. Press 3. Press or to select a scene you want, and then press . STOP to exit the menu mode. Descriptions of Scene Select items You can select one of the Scene Select items available. Scene Select Off: To turn off the Scene Select function. (Initial setting) Auto Voice Rec: To record voices. Meeting: To record in a variety of situations, such as recording in a spacious conference room. 130 Lecture: To record seminars or lectures. Voice Notes: To record dictation with a microphone in front of your mouth. Interview: To record human voice at a distance of 1 to 2 meters (40 in. to 80 in.). Music: To record chorus lessons or musical instruments, such as an acoustic guitar, a piano, or a violin, at a distance of 2 to 3 meters (80 in. to 120 in.). My Scene 1: Use to keep your favorite recording settings, such as “REC Mode” and “Sensitivity setting.” My Scene 2: Use to keep your favorite recording settings, such as “REC Mode” and “Sensitivity setting.” Note The “Auto Voice Rec” setting is designed especially for recording human voices (audio). However, if an unexpected loud sound is input, such as sneezing or laughing during a quiet conversation, the sound recorded may be distorted. The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Go to Page Top Related Topic Settings for the Scene Select function Registering recording settings in “My Scene” Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 131 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Registering recording settings in “My Scene” You can register recording settings you want to use in “My Scene 1” or “My Scene 2” in the Scene Select setting. Preparation Recording 1. Press SCENE to enter the scene selection display, and then select “Scene Select Off.” Playback Editing Menu Computer Software 2. Set the following recording menu items to the setting you want to use. You can set “REC Mode,” “Sensitivity setting” for “Built-in Mic Setting” / “Ext. Input Setting,” “LCF(Low Cut),” “LIMITER,” and “VOR.” Specifications 3. Press SCENE to enter the scene selection display, and then select “My Scene 1” or “My Scene 2,” and then press . Announcements 4. Press or to select “Copy Current Settings,” and then press . “Copy Current Recording Setting?” appears on the display. Troubleshooting 5. Press or to select “Execute,” and then press . Go to Page Top List of Topics Related Topic Selecting a recording scene for each situation Settings for the Scene Select function Selecting the recording mode (REC Mode) Reducing noise when recording (LCF(Low Cut)) Starting to record automatically in response to sound – the VOR function Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 132 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Print Back to Top Tips for better recording Recording at a meeting By placing the IC recorder on a handkerchief or on the supplied stand, you can record with clear, low-noise sound, without vibration noise from the desk. When you use the Scene Select function, select “Auto Voice Rec” or “Meeting.” Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting 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. When you use the Scene Select function, select “Auto Voice Rec” or “Voice Notes.” Note When you record while holding the IC recorder on your hand, be careful not to record any rustling noises which may be recorded when you touch the IC recorder. List of Topics Recording an interview Place the IC recorder so that the built-in microphones face the interviewee. When you use the Scene Select function, select “Auto Voice Rec” or “Interview.” 133 Recording a music performance You can obtain dynamic stereo recording. When you record a music performance, place the IC recorder close to the musical instruments. If you record a piano performance, for example, make sure not to place the IC recorder on the piano, otherwise the vibration from the piano may be recorded as well. If the sound distortion occur when you place the IC recorder close to a musical instruments, set the “Sensitivity setting” item for “Built-in Mic Setting” / “Ext. Input Setting” in the menu to “For Music,” and then select the “ Low(Music)” item from the list. In this way, you can record the sound more clearly. By attaching a tripod (not supplied), you can adjust the angle of the IC recorder and the built-in microphones more precisely. When you use the Scene Select function, select “Music.” You can also create your own CDs using the Sound Organizer software. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 134 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Print Back to Top Settings for the Scene Select function The setting items for the Scene Select function are set as follows. Auto Voice Rec Recording REC Mode: MP3 192kbps Built-in Mic Setting (“Sensitivity setting” for “Stereo Mic.”): For Voice - Playback LCF(Low Cut): ON LIMITER: OFF VOR: OFF Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Auto Meeting REC Mode: MP3 192kbps Built-in Mic Setting (“Sensitivity setting” for “Stereo Mic.”): For Voice - Medium LCF(Low Cut): ON LIMITER: OFF VOR: OFF Lecture REC Mode: MP3 192kbps Built-in Mic Setting (“Sensitivity setting” for “Zoom Mic.”): For Voice - Zoom3 LCF(Low Cut): ON LIMITER: OFF VOR: OFF Voice Notes REC Mode: MP3 128kbps Built-in Mic Setting (“Sensitivity setting” for “Zoom Mic.”): For Voice - Zoom1 LCF(Low Cut): ON LIMITER: OFF VOR: OFF Interview REC Mode: MP3 192kbps Built-in Mic Setting (“Sensitivity setting” for “Zoom Mic.”): For Voice LCF(Low Cut): ON LIMITER: OFF VOR: OFF Music REC Mode: LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit Built-in Mic Setting (“Sensitivity setting” for “Stereo Mic.”): For Music Low(Music) LCF(Low Cut): OFF LIMITER: OFF VOR: OFF My Scene 1 (Initial setting) REC Mode: LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit 135 Zoom2 Built-in Mic Setting (“Sensitivity setting” for “Stereo Mic.” / “Zoom Mic.”): Manual LCF(Low Cut): OFF LIMITER: ON VOR: OFF My Scene 2 (Initial setting) REC Mode: LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit Built-in Mic Setting (“Sensitivity setting” for “Stereo Mic.”/ “Zoom Mic.”): Manual LCF(Low Cut): OFF LIMITER: ON VOR: OFF Note The value for the “Built-in Mic Setting” shown above is the initial setting in effect when you select either “Stereo Mic.” or “Zoom Mic.” Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting a recording scene for each situation Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 136 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Print Back to Top Recording sound manually When you set the “Sensitivity setting” item for “Built-in Mic Setting”/“Ext. Input Setting” to “Manual,” you can adjust the recording level manually, according to the sound source. If necessary, you can also utilize the “LIMITER” setting in the menu to reduce sound distortion. Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements 1. Do one of the following: When recording using the built-in stereo microphone Select MENU - “Built-in Mic Setting” - “Sensitivity setting” of “Stereo Mic.” “Manual.” When recording using the built-in zoom microphone Select MENU - “Built-in Mic Setting” - “Sensitivity setting” of “Zoom Mic.” “Manual.” When recording using an external microphone Select MENU - “Ext. Input Setting” - “Sensitivity setting” of “MIC IN” “Manual.” When recording from an external device Select MENU - “Ext. Input Setting” - “Sensitivity setting” of “Audio IN” - “ Manual.” Troubleshooting List of Topics 2. Select a folder. 3. Turn the microphones in the direction of the source to be recorded. 4. Press and hold REC/PAUSE. The IC recorder enters the recording standby mode. When the microphones pick up sound, the level meter in the display window moves. 5. Press or to adjust the recording level, depending on the sound source. You can check the recording level value with the peak meter of the display window. Adjust the level closer to –12 dB, into a range that is appropriate for your sound source( ). When the recording level is too high, appears ( (ICD-SX1000 only) lights up. In this case, press ) and the peak lamp to adjust the recording 137 level downward until disappears and the peak lamp (ICD-SX1000 only) turns off, to prevent sound distortion. Press and hold or to change the recording level value continuously. The sound level is also displayed as a number at the right side of the level meter. 6. Make other settings according to the state of recording. If necessary, utilize the “LIMITER” setting in the menu. 7. To start recording, press REC/PAUSE. 8. To stop recording, press STOP. Note In the manual recording mode, you cannot record with the VOR function. In the manual recording mode, you cannot review the current recording, even if you . press Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting a folder and a file Adjusting the input level of loud sound automatically (LIMITER) Starting to record automatically in response to sound – the VOR function Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 138 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Print Back to Top Adding a new segment to a previously recorded file When “Add/Overwrite” in the menu is set to “Add,” you can add a new segment to the file being played back. The added segment will be placed after the current file, and will be counted as a part of the file. Select the file to which you want to add a segment first. Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer A: During playback of file 3 B: After adding a new segment C: Added segment Software Specifications 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the . tab - “Add/Overwrite,” and then press Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics The menu items will be different depending on the model you are using. 2. Press or to select “Add,” and then press . “Add/Overwrite” is set to “OFF” when you purchase the IC recorder. 3. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. 4. When the file to be added is played back press REC/PAUSE. “Add REC?” will be displayed. 5. While “Add REC?” is displayed, press REC/PAUSE. The recording lamp will turn red. Then recording starts. 6. To stop recording, press STOP. Note You cannot add a segment when the file has reached the maximum size limit (2 GB with LPCM files and 1 GB with MP3 files). 139 You cannot add a segment to an LPCM file or an MP3 file that was not recorded using the IC recorder. Moreover, when you edit files using the Sound Organizer software, adding a segment to the files may not be possible. The recording mode of an additional recording is the same as the added file. If 10 minutes have passed after step 4, you must start the procedure again from step 4. The pre-recording function cannot be used together with this function. You cannot add a new segment while using the synchronized recording function. You cannot add a new segment to a protected file. Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting a folder and a file Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 140 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Print Back to Top Adding an overwrite recording during playback When “Add/Overwrite” in the menu is set to “Overwrite,” you can add an overwrite recording after a selected point in a recorded file. The part of the file after the selected point is erased. Select the file to which you want to add an overwrite recording first. Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting A: The starting point of an overwrite recording B: The erased part of File 2 C: Added overwrite recording in File 2 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the . tab - “Add/Overwrite,” and then press List of Topics The menu items will be different depending on the model you are using. 2. Press or to select “Overwrite,” and then press . “Add/Overwrite” is set to “OFF” when you purchase the IC recorder. 3. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. 4. When the file to be added is played back, press REC/PAUSE at the position where you want to overwrite the file. “Overwrite REC?” will be displayed. 5. While “Overwrite REC?” is displayed, press REC/PAUSE. The recording lamp will turn red. Then recording starts. 141 6. To stop recording, press STOP. Note You cannot add an overwrite recording to an MP3 file when the file has reached the maximum size limit (1 GB). You can add an overwrite recording to an LPCM file, even if the file has reached the maximum size limit (2 GB), when the beginning of the point to be overwritten has not reached the maximum size limit. You cannot add an overwrite recording to an LPCM file or MP3 file which was not recorded using the IC recorder. Moreover, when you edit files using the Sound Organizer software, adding an overwrite recording to the files may not be possible. The recording mode of an additional overwrite recording is the same as the added file. If 10 minutes have passed after step 4, you must start the procedure again from step 4. The pre-recording function cannot be used together with this function. You cannot overwrite a file while using the synchronized recording function. You cannot overwrite a protected file. Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting a folder and a file Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 142 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Print Back to Top Recording a few seconds in advance – the prerecording function Preparation The pre-recording function allows you to record sound sources for approximately 5 seconds prior to the point when you press REC/PAUSE. This is useful for Recording recording during interviews or when making an open-air recording so that you will not miss an opportunity to start recording. Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements A: Sounds for 5 seconds are buffered in the memory. B: Press REC/PAUSE to enter the recording standby mode. C: Press REC/PAUSE. D: Recording starts. 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “PRE REC,” and then press . Troubleshooting List of Topics The menu items will be different depending on the model you are using. 2. Press or to select “ON,” and then press . “PRE REC” is set to “OFF” when you purchase the IC recorder. 3. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. 4. Select a folder. 5. Press and hold REC/PAUSE. The IC recorder enters the recording standby mode. Pre-recording starts and sounds for a maximum of the last 5 seconds are buffered in the memory. ( shows how long the sound is buffered in the memory.) 6. To start recording, press REC/PAUSE. The standby for recording mode is released, and recording continues from the sound buffered in step 5. 143 7. To stop recording, press STOP. Note If you start recording with pre-recording function using the built-in microphones, a REC/PAUSE. To record with preclick noise may be recorded when you press recording function, we recommend using an external microphone. When the remaining recordable time is less than 10 seconds, the pre-recording function is disabled. Before using the pre-recording function, erase unwanted files. When 60 minutes have passed after the IC recorder entered the standby mode in step 5, the standby mode will be canceled and recording stops. If you stop recording before step 6, sounds buffered in the memory will not be saved. Hint To cancel the pre-recording function, set "PRE REC" to “OFF” in step 2. Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting a folder and a file Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 144 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Print Back to Top Recording one sound source to two files - the dualrecording function (ICD-SX1000 only) You can create both LPCM and MP3 files in one recording session. Note If recording the two new files exceeds the maximum number of files that can be saved as a result of the dual recording, the recording will not start. Playback Editing 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “REC Mode,” and then press . Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements 2. Press or to select “Edit” under “Dual Recording,” and then press 3. Press or to select “LPCM,” and then press 4. Press or to select the bit rate you want for LPCM, and then press When you press Troubleshooting List of Topics . . , the previous display appears again. 5. Press or to select “MP3,” and then press 6. Press or to select the bit rate you want for MP3, and then press 7. Press or to select “Edit Complete,” and then press 8. Press . . . STOP to exit the menu mode. Descriptions of menu items (LPCM) You can select one of the following bit rates when you select “LPCM.” LPCM 96kHz/24bit LPCM (not compressed) in stereo high-quality recording mode (The sound quality is higher than with LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit mode.) LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit LPCM (not compressed) in stereo high-quality recording mode (The sound quality is equivalent to that of CDs.) (Initial setting) Descriptions of menu items (MP3) You can select one of the following bit rates when you select “MP3.” MP3 320kbps MP3 (compressed) in stereo high-quality recording mode (Initial setting) MP3 192kbps MP3 (compressed) in stereo standard-quality recording mode MP3 128kbps MP3 (compressed) in long play stereo recording mode MP3 48kbps(MONO) 145 . MP3 (compressed) in monaural standard recording mode Note If either one of the files created exceeds the maximum file size (2 GB for an LPCM file and 1 GB for an MP3 file) during recording, both the LPCM and MP3 files will be divided at the same time. The IC recorder adds the same name to both the LPCM and MP3 files at the beginning of the dual recording, however, when the files are divided during recording, different file names may be added to the LPCM and the MP3 files, depending on the file names of the files already stored in the IC recorder. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 146 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Print Back to Top Recording across memory media – cross-memory recording When the memory media currently being used becomes full during recording, the IC recorder automatically switches its destination to the other memory media and continues recording (Cross-memory recording). Recording Playback 1. Select MENU - the tab - “Cross-Memory REC,” and then press . Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics The menu items will be different depending on the model you are using. 2. Press or to select “ON,” and then press . “Cross-Memory REC” is set to “OFF” when you purchase the IC recorder. 3. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. When the current memory media becomes full during recording, the “Continue REC in Other Memory” animation appears in the display window. Recording continues as a new file in a recordable folder of the smallest folder number available for the other memory media. A new file created with a new file name. Note If the other memory media is also full, a message is displayed and the IC recorder stops recording. When you play back the original file recorded with cross-memory recording, the IC recorder does not play the succeeding file automatically. Before attempting cross-memory recording, check to see if the IC recorder can switch the memory media to “Memory Card” in advance. Cross-memory recording will not work if you insert a memory card into the IC recorder during recording. When you are recording files with cross-memory recording, the sound may be partially interrupted after the memory media has been switched. Hint To cancel cross-memory recording, set “Cross-Memory REC” to “OFF” in step 2 Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) Go to Page Top 147 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Print Back to Top Starting to record automatically in response to sound – the VOR function You can set the VOR (Voice Operated Recording) function to “ON,” to make the IC recorder start recording when the IC recorder detects sound, and pause when no sound is heard, eliminating recording during soundless periods. Recording Playback 1. Select MENU - the tab - “VOR,” and then press . Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics The menu items will be different depending on the model you are using. 2. Press or to select “ON,” and then press . “VOR” is set to “OFF” when you purchase the IC recorder. 3. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. 4. Press REC/PAUSE. “ ” appears in the display window. The recording pauses when no sound is detected and “ ” flashes. When the IC recorder detects sound again, the recording starts again. Note The VOR function is affected by the sound around you. Set “Sensitivity setting” in the menu according to the recording conditions. If recording is not satisfactory after you have changed the sensitivity setting, or for an important recording, set “VOR” to “OFF” in the menu. During manual recording, pre-recording and synchronized recording, the VOR function does not work. You cannot set the VOR function when the Scene Select function has been set. Set the Scene Select function to “Scene Select Off” before setting “VOR.” Hint To cancel the VOR function, set “VOR” to “OFF” in step 2. Go to Page Top Related Topic Recording sound manually Recording a few seconds in advance – the pre-recording function Recording from external equipment (using the synchronized recording function) Using the menu 148 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Print Back to Top Recording with an external microphone You can record sound using an externally connected microphone. 1. Connect an external microphone ( ) to the jack when the IC recorder is in the stop mode. Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics “Ext. Input Setting” appears in the display window. If “Ext. Input Setting” is not displayed, set it in the menu. 2. Press or to select “MIC IN,” and then press 3. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. 4. Press REC/PAUSE to start recording. . The built-in microphones are automatically cut off. If the input level is too high or too low, adjust it using the “Sensitivity setting” for “MIC IN” in the “Ext. Input Setting” menu. When a plug in power type microphone is connected, power is automatically supplied to the microphone from the IC recorder. Note The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Hint You can use a headphone-type electret condenser microphone (not supplied) to record sound from a telephone or a cell phone. For details on how to make the connection, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the microphone. You can set “Sensitivity setting” for “MIC IN” in step 2. Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting the input mode and the input sensitivity of an external device (Ext. Input Setting) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 149 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Print Back to Top Recording from external equipment (using the synchronized recording function) 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 the synchronized recording function is set to “ON,” the IC recorder enters the recording pause mode when no sound is detected for more than 2 seconds. The IC recorder starts recording again as a new file when sound is detected. Hint If the input level is not strong enough, connect the headphone jack (minijack, (microphone) jack of the IC recorder and stereo) of other equipment to the adjust the volume level on the piece of equipment connected to the IC recorder while checking the recording level guide. You can also adjust the input level using the “Sensitivity setting” for “Audio IN” in the “Ext. Input Setting” menu. Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting 1. Connect a piece of external equipment ( ) to the (microphone) jack of the IC recorder when the IC recorder is in the stop mode. Connect the audio output connector (stereo mini-plug) of other equipment to the (microphone) jack of the IC recorder using an audio connecting cable (not supplied). List of Topics “Ext. Input Setting” appears in the display window. If “Ext. Input Setting” is not displayed, set it in the menu. 2. Press or to select “Audio IN,” and then press . “Use SYNC REC Function To Record?” appears on the display. 3. Press or to select “Yes,” and then press . The synchronized recording setting is on. The synchronized recording setting is set to “OFF” when you purchase the IC recorder. 4. Press “ REC/PAUSE. ” flashes and the IC recorder enters the recording pause mode. 5. Start playback on the piece of equipment connected to the IC recorder. “ ” appears on the display and synchronized recording starts. 150 When no sound is detected for more than 2 seconds, “Dividing...” appears and ” begins to flash. The synchronized recording pauses. The IC then “ recorder starts recording again as a new file when sound is detected. Note When no sound is detected for more than 2 seconds, the IC recorder enters the recording pause mode. When the sound is detected again, the IC recorder starts recording again in a new file. However, in this case, if the number of files will exceed the maximum number that can be saved in the folder or on the drive, the IC recorder will not create a new file, but will continue to record as a part of the current file. During synchronized recording, you cannot pause recording, record with the prerecording function, record with the VOR function, record with the cross-memory recording function, and add a track mark. Depending on the piece of equipment connected to the IC recorder, the synchronized recording function may not operate properly due to a difference in the audio input level. The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Hint You can set “Sensitivity setting” for “Audio IN” in step 2. You can also set the synchronized recording function from the menu. Select MENU tab - “SYNC REC.” the Go to Page Top Related Topic Recording the playback sound of the IC recorder on external equipment Selecting the input mode and the input sensitivity of an external device (Ext. Input Setting) Recording without using the synchronized recording function Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 151 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Print Back to Top Recording without using the synchronized recording function 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. Hint If the input level is not strong enough, connect the headphone jack (minijack, (microphone) jack of the IC recorder and stereo) of other equipment to the adjust the volume level on the piece of equipment connected to the IC recorder while checking the recording level guide. You can also adjust the input level using the “Sensitivity setting” for “Audio IN” in the “Ext. Input Setting” menu. 1. Connect a piece of external equipment ( ) to the (microphone) jack of the IC recorder when the IC recorder is in the stop mode. Connect the audio output connector (stereo mini-plug) of other equipment to the (microphone) jack of the IC recorder using an audio connecting cable (not supplied). Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics “Ext. Input Setting” appears in the display window. If “Ext. Input Setting” is not displayed, set it in the menu. 2. Press or to select “Audio IN,” and then press . “Use SYNC REC Function To Record?” appears on the display. 3. Press or to select “No,” and then press . The synchronized recording is off. (The synchronized recording is set to “OFF” when you purchase the IC recorder.) 4. Press REC/PAUSE to start recording. The built-in microphones are automatically cut off and the sound from the connected piece of equipment is recorded. lights up in the display. 5. Start playback on the piece of equipment connected to the IC recorder. Note The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Hint To stop recording, press STOP. 152 You can set “Sensitivity setting” for “Audio IN” in step 2. Go to Page Top Related Topic Recording the playback sound of the IC recorder on external equipment Selecting the input mode and the input sensitivity of an external device (Ext. Input Setting) Recording from external equipment (using the synchronized recording function) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 153 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Print Back to Top Recording the playback sound of the IC recorder on external equipment You can record the playback sound of the IC recorder with an externally connected equipment. Before you start recording, we recommend you make a trial recording first. Recording Playback 1. Connect an audio connecting cable (not supplied) to the Editing 2. Press Menu Computer Software Specifications (headphones) jack of the IC recorder and to the external input terminal of other equipment. to start playback and at the same time set the connected equipment to the recording mode. A file from the IC recorder will be recorded on the equipment connected. 3. Press STOP on the IC recorder and the connected equipment at the same time to stop recording. Go to Page Top Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 154 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Playing back the recorded sound How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 1. Slide the POWER ON/OFF•HOLD switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” to turn on the IC recorder, or towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status. The stop mode window appears. 2. Select the desired file to be played back. If you do not select a file, the file just recorded will be played back. 3. Press . Playback starts. 4. Press VOL –/+ to adjust the volume. Note For the customers in Europe only: When you try to adjust the volume to a level that exceeds the specified level, the “Check The Volume Level” message appears. The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Hint Press STOP to stop playback. Go to Page Top Related Topic Turning the power on Releasing the HOLD function Selecting a folder and a file 155 Various operations while playing Maintaining the moderate volume level (European models only) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 156 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Various operations while playing You can perform the following operations while the IC recorder is playing. Preparation To stop at the current position (Playback Pause function) Recording Press Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics . To resume playback from that point, press again. To go back to the beginning of the current file Press once. When a track mark is set, the IC recorder goes backward to the track mark before the current point. (The IC recorder acts as described here when the “Easy Search” function is set to “OFF.”) To go back to previous files Press repeatedly. (During the stop mode, keep the button pressed to go back the files continuously. In the continuous searching mode, the IC recorder does not locate track marks.) To fast-rewind and find a point in the file Press and hold while playing, and release it at the desired point. To skip to the next file Press once. When a track mark is set, the IC recorder goes forward to the track mark after the current point. (The IC recorder acts as described here when the “Easy Search” function is set to “OFF.”) To skip to the succeeding files Press repeatedly. (During the stop mode, keep the button pressed to skip the files continuously. In the continuous searching mode, the IC recorder does not locate track marks.) To fast-forward and find a point in the file Press and hold while playing, and release it at the desired point. Go to Page Top Related Topic Searching the desired point quickly (Easy Search) Playing back the recorded sound Adding a track mark Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) 157 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Search Print Back to Top Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer – the noise cut function The noise cut function reduces ambient noise other than the human voice, which makes the human voice clearer when you listen to the playback sound. 1. In the stop or playback mode, select MENU - the press . tab - “Noise Cut,” and then Editing Menu Computer Software 2. Press 3. Press or to select “Auto,” “Maximum,” or “Medium,” and then press . STOP to exit the menu mode. Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Descriptions of menu items You can select one of the menu items available. OFF: The noise cut function will be turned off. (Initial setting) Auto: The noise cut function will be enabled automatically according to the Scene Select setting that has been set before the file is recorded. Maximum: The noise cut level will be higher. Medium: The noise cut level will be lowered. Select this item when you cannot hear the sound clearly by setting the noise cut function to “Maximum.” Note When playing back a music file in good sound quality, make sure to set the noise cut function to “OFF.” When playing back files using the built-in speaker, the noise cut function does not work. If you play a file recorded with the Scene Select function set to “Auto Voice Rec,” “Meeting,” “Lecture,” “Voice Notes,” or “Interview” while the noise cut function is set to “Auto,” the noise cut function will switch to “Medium” automatically. When the noise cut function is set to “Auto,” “Maximum,” or “Medium,” the effect function does not work. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 158 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Search Print Back to Top Adjusting the playback sound by amplifying inaudible sound – the digital voice up function When you set “V-UP” to “Maximum” or “Medium,” the low-level part of a recorded file is amplified, allowing you to hear even low/small voices more easily. 1. In the stop or playback mode, select MENU - the press . tab - “V-UP,” and then Editing Menu Computer Software 2. Press or to select “Maximum” or “Medium,” and then press . Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting 3. Press List of Topics Descriptions of menu items STOP to exit the menu mode. You can select one of the menu items available. OFF: Disables the digital voice up function. (Initial setting) Maximum: Adjusts the digital voice up function more effectively. Medium: Adjusts the digital voice up function less finely. Hint To cancel the digital voice up function, set “V-UP” to “OFF” in step 2. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 159 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Print Back to Top Transcribing a recorded file (Transcription Playback Mode) This function allows you to fast-forward or fast-rewind the playback to search for a particular point and also to use the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) function to slow the playback. This is useful when you want to transcribe a recorded file of a meeting, etc. 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the and then press . tab - “Transcription Playback Mode,” Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements 2. Press to start playback. You can use the following functions while the IC recorder is set to the transcription playback mode. Troubleshooting List of Topics DPC: You can change the playback speed to make the playback easier for you to understand. Slide the DPC (SPEED)/KEY CTRL switch to “ON,” and press or to adjust the playback speed. Easy Search: You can quickly find the desired point in the file by pressing / . Cue/Review: You can search for the desired point in the file by pressing and holding / . 3. Press STOP to exit the transcription playback mode. “End Transcription Playback Mode?” appears on the display. 4. Press or to select “Yes,” and then press . Note When the duration of time set for the sleep timer has elapsed, the IC recorder will be turned off automatically even when the transcription playback mode is active. The following functions or operations cannot be used when the transcription playback mode is active. General recording operations Sound effect setting (Effect) 160 Playback mode Selecting a file Erasing a file Displaying the file list A-B repeat function Protecting a file Hint If you enter the menu and select “End Transcription Playback Mode” while the IC recorder is already in the transcription playback mode, a confirmation display asking or to select if you want to end the transcription playback mode appears. Press “Yes,” and then press to end the transcription playback mode. When you want to listen to other files, exit the transcription playback mode. You can operate the following menu items while the IC recorder is in the transcription playback mode. End Transcription Playback Mode Noise Cut V-UP “Set Skip Time” in Easy Search Erase Track Mark Erase All Track Marks Sleep Timer Go to Page Top Related Topic Adjusting the playback speed and tones – the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) and the key control function Searching the desired point quickly (Easy Search) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 161 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Search Print Back to Top Adjusting the playback speed and tones – the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) and the key control function You can adjust the playback speed in a range from 0.25 times to 3.00 times. The file is played back in natural tones by means of a digital processing function. Moreover, you can adjust the playback sounds in semitones higher or lower, each in 6 steps. This is useful for practicing songs to recorded accompaniment. You can also change the playback speed while the “Transcription Playback Mode” is active. Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 1. Slide the DPC (SPEED)/KEY CTRL switch to “ON.” 2. During playback, press 3. Press or or to enter the DPC setting mode. to adjust the playback speed. The speed decreases by 0.05 times (from ×0.25 to ×1.00). The speed increases by 0.10 times (from ×1.00 to ×3.00). When you press and hold each button, you can change the speed continuously. The playback speed is set to “×0.70” when you purchase the IC recorder. 4. Press or to adjust the playback tone (key control). The playback tone is adjusted by a halftone higher ( 1 - 6). The playback tone is adjusted by a halftone lower ( 1 - 6). The playback tone is set to “0” when you purchase the IC recorder. A: Current setting B: DPC setting C: Key control setting 5. Press to exit the setting mode. Note 162 When the playback speed is in a range from 2.10 times to 3.00 times, the noise cut function and the effect function do not work. The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Hint To resume normal playback speed, slide the DPC (SPEED)/KEY CTRL switch to “OFF.” Go to Page Top Related Topic Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer – the noise cut function Selecting the sound effect Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 163 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Print Back to Top Selecting the sound effect You can set the effect you want for the playback in the menu. 1. In the stop or playback mode, select MENU - the press . tab - the “Effect,” and then Playback Editing Menu Computer 2. Press 3. Press or to select effect you want for the playback, and then press . STOP to exit the menu mode. Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Descriptions of menu items You can select one of the menu items available. OFF: Disables the effect function. (Initial setting) ): 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 ( ): Emphasizes the bass sound. Bass2 ( ): Emphasizes the bass sound even more. Custom ( ): You can design your own custom sound level for 5 bands and for “CLEAR BASS.” Note When playing back files using the built-in speaker, when the noise cut function is set to “Auto,” “Maximum,” or “Medium,” or when the “Transcription Playback Mode” is active, the effect function does not work. Go to Page Top Related Topic Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer – the noise cut function Transcribing a recorded file (Transcription Playback Mode) Customizing the sound level 164 Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 165 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Print Back to Top Customizing the sound level When you select the sound effect from the “Effect” menu, select “Custom” so that you can set your favorite sound level. Preparation Recording 1. In the stop or playback mode, select MENU - the press . Playback 2. Press Editing Menu Computer or tab - “Effect,” and then to select “Custom,” and then press . The custom setting window will be displayed. 3. When you adjust the sound level for the 0.4 kHz, 1.0 kHz, 2.5 kHz, 6.3 kHz, or 16 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. Software Specifications Announcements 4. When you adjust the sound level for “CLEAR BASS,” press Troubleshooting List of Topics “CLEAR BASS,” and then press or to move to to adjust the level. The setting can be adjusted in 4 steps, from 0 to +3. 5. Press 6. Press . STOP to exit the menu mode. Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting the sound effect Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 166 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Print Back to Top Selecting the playback mode You can select the playback mode, such as shuffle play or repeat play, in the menu. Preparation Recording 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “Play Mode,” and then press . Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics The category selection window appears on the display. 2. Press or to select the category you want to play (“Recording files,” “Music,” or “Podcast”), and then 3. Press 4. Press or . to select the playback mode you want, and then press . STOP to exit the menu mode. Descriptions of menu items You can select one of the menu items available. 1: A file is played back. : Files in one folder are played back continuously. ALL: All the files are played back continuously. 1: One file is played back repeatedly. : Files in one folder are played back repeatedly. ALL: All the files are played back repeatedly. : All files in the currently selected Music folder are played back in random order. ALL: All files in the all Music folders (on the tab) are played back in random order. Note The 2. and ALL can be set only when you select the “Music” category in step The playback mode can be set to various categories (“Recording files,” “Music,” or “Podcast”). Even when you have set the playback mode to one category, you need to set it again when you select a different category. Hint If you select “Play Mode” in the menu while playing a file, the category selection 167 window (in step 2) will not appear and you can select the desired playback mode directory. If you press the button for one second or more while the IC recorder is playing a file, the file will be played back repeatedly. (In this case, you do not have to set the repeat play function from the menu.) Go to Page Top Related Topic Display during FOLDER selection Selecting a folder and a file Playing back a specified section repeatedly (A-B repeat) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 168 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Playing back a specified section repeatedly (A-B repeat) How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 1. During playback, press “A-B B?” is displayed. A-B to specify the starting point A. 2. Press A-B again to specify the finishing point B. A-B” is displayed and the specified section is played back repeatedly. “ Note You cannot set the point A and B near the beginning of a file or the end of a file, and around track mark. The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Hint To cancel A-B repeat playback and change back to the normal playback, press again. To stop A-B repeat playback, press repeat setting remains. Press A-B STOP. The IC recorder is stopped but the A-B STOP again to release the A-B repeat setting. To change the segment specified for A-B repeat playback, press A-B again during the A-B repeat playback. The play mode changes to the normal playback. Perform the steps 1 and 2 again to re-set the range of the A-B repeat playback. Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting the playback mode Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 169 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Listening with better sound quality How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Listening to the sound with the headphones: Connect the supplied stereo headphones to the (headphones) jack. The built-in speaker will be automatically disconnected. Listening to the sound from an external speaker: Connect an active or passive speaker (not supplied) to the (headphones) jack. Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Note The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Go to Page Top Notes on use 170 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Searching forward/backward during playback (Cue/Review) How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software To search forward (Cue): Press and hold during playback and release it at the point you wish to resume playback. To search backward (Review): during playback and release it at the point you wish to Press and hold resume playback. Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics The IC recorder searches at slow speed with playback sound. This is useful to check one word forward or back. Then, if you press and hold the button, the IC recorder starts to search at higher speed. When files are played back or searched to the end of the last file When you play back or fast play back to the end of the last file, “FILE END” lights up for approximately 5 seconds. When “FILE END” disappears, the IC recorder will stop at the beginning of the last file. If you press and hold while “FILE END” is lit, the files are played back rapidly, and normal playback will start at the point you release the button. If the last file is long and you wish to start playback at a later part of the file, press and hold to go to the end of the file, and then press to go back to the desired point while “FILE END” is lit. For files other than the last one, go to the beginning of the next file and play backward to the desired point. Note The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 171 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Print Back to Top Searching the desired point quickly (Easy Search) The Easy Search function allows you to quickly locate the point at which you wish to start playback. You can also set the skip time interval, which is useful for locating a desired point in a long recording such as at a meeting. Recording Playback tab - “Easy Search,” and 1. In the stop or playback mode, select MENU - the then press . Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting 2. Press or to select “ON” or “Set Skip Time,” and then press 3. Select the skip time interval. Press or to select “Forward Skip Time” or “Reverse Skip Time,” and then press Press . or to select the time interval, select “Setting Complete” when you finish selecting the interval, and then press List of Topics . If you select “ON,” proceed to the step 4. If you select “Set Skip Time,” proceed to the step 3. 4. Press . STOP to exit the menu mode. Descriptions of menu items You can select one of the menu items available. 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. (Initial setting) Set Skip Time: Sets the time to go forward or backward in easy searching. Setting Complete: Changes the settings and completes the process. Forward Skip Time: Sets the time to skip forward when you press . (5sec, 10sec (Initial setting), 30sec, 1min, 5min, or 10min) Reverse Skip Time: Sets the time to skip backwards when you press . (1sec, 3sec (Initial 172 setting), 5sec, 10sec, 30sec, 1min, 5min, or 10min) Hint You can set “Set Skip Time” while the “Transcription Playback Mode” is active. Go to Page Top Related Topic Transcribing a recorded file (Transcription Playback Mode) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 173 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Print Back to Top Selecting a recording date from the calendar and playing back You can play back a file recorded using the IC recorder by searching for it from the calendar. 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “Calendar,” and then press . Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications The calendar appears after the “Accessing...” animation, and the current date will be selected. 2. Press or to select a date, and then press . The underline is displayed at the date where a recorded file exists. Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics You can move to the previous week or the following week of the date by pressing or . When you press and hold each button, you can move continuously through the dates or the weeks. 3. Press or to select a file, and then press . When you press or confirmation. When you press to enter the selection, the playback starts. 4. Press to select a file, the file will be played back for STOP to stop playback. Note You need to set the clock in advance to select a recording date from the calendar and play back a file. 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. You can search for and play back only the files in the recordable folder that contains files recorded with the IC recorder. For details, see “Structure of folders and files”. 174 Hint To cancel the selection of a recording date from the calendar and the accompanying STOP before pressing in step 3. playback, press Go to Page Top Related Topic Setting the clock Setting the clock using the menu Structure of folders and files Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 175 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Print Back to Top Playing back a file at a desired time with an alarm 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. You can set a maximum of 30 alarms. Recording Playback Editing 1. Select the file you want to play back with an alarm. 2. Enter the alarm setting mode. 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “Alarm,” and then press . Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 2. Press or to select “New,” and then press . 3. Set the alarm date and time. 1. Press or press to select “Date,” a day of the week, or “Daily,” and then . 2. Do one of the following operations. When you select “Date,” set the year, month, day, hour, and minute in sequence, as described in “Setting the clock.” or to set the When you select a day of the week or “Daily,” press hour, and then press . Press or to set the minute, and then press . 4. Press or to select a favorite alarm pattern, and then press . “Executing...,” is displayed. 5. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. The setting process is finished and “ ” (alarm indicator) appears in the display window. When the set date and time comes, the IC recorder is automatically turned on and “ALARM” is displayed in the display window. Then the alarm and the selected file will be played back using the selected alarm pattern. When the playback ends, the IC recorder will stop automatically. (When the alarm pattern is set to “Beep&Play” or “Play,” the IC recorder will stop at the beginning of the selected file.) 176 Descriptions of the alarm pattern You can select one of the menu items available. 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. Note An alarm set will not sound during recording. The alarm will start playing after you stop the recording. You cannot select a podcast file for the alarm sound. Hint The alarm will be played back even when “Beep” in the menu is set to “OFF.” To cancel the alarm setting, select MENU - the tab - “Alarm” - “List,” select the . Press or to select “Cancel,” setting you want to cancel, and then press and then press . Press or to select “Execute,” and then press . The alarm setting selected will be canceled and the alarm indicator will disappear from the display window. To stop the alarm playback, press any button other than VOL –/+ while the alarm sound is heard. If the HOLD function is activated, you can stop the alarm playback by pressing any button. Go to Page Top Related Topic Setting the clock Changing the alarm setting Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 177 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Changing the alarm setting You can change an alarm setting that has already been set. 1. Select MENU – the 2. Press Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting or tab – “Alarm,” and then press to select “List,” and then press 3. Press . or to select the alarm setting you want to change, and then press or to select “Edit,” and then press . 4. Press . The file you select will be played back. 5. Select “Date,” a day of the week, or “Daily,” and then press 6. Set the date and time, and then press 7. Select an alarm pattern, and then press . . . “Executing...” appears, and then your settings are displayed. 8. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Hint To cancel the alarm setting, select “Cancel” in step 4. Press “Execute,” and then press List of Topics . A list of alarm settings that have been set appears on the display. Editing Menu Print Back to Top or to select . The alarm setting selected will be canceled and the alarm indicator will disappear from the display window. Go to Page Top Related Topic Playing back a file at a desired time with an alarm Setting the clock Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 178 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Print Back to Top Erasing a file You can select a file and erase it. Note Once a file has been erased, you cannot retrieve it. Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 1. Slide the POWER ON/OFF•HOLD switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” to turn on the IC recorder, or towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status. The stop mode window appears. 2. Select the file you want to erase when the IC recorder is in the stop or playback mode. 3. Press ERASE. “Erase?” appears and the specified file is played back for confirmation. 4. Press 5. Press or to select “Execute.” . The “Erasing...” animation appears in the display window and the selected file will be erased. When a file is erased, the remaining files will advance so that there will be no space between files. Note You cannot erase a file while the IC recorder is in the transcription playback mode or in the stop mode. 179 You cannot erase a protected file. To erase the file, release the protection first, and then erase the file. The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Hint To cancel erasing, select “Cancel” in step 4, and then press . To erase a part of a file, divide the file into two files first, and then proceed with steps 3 through 5. Go to Page Top Related Topic Turning the power on Releasing the HOLD function Selecting a folder and a file Dividing a file at the current position Protecting a file Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 180 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Search Print Back to Top Erasing all files in a folder You can erase all files in the selected folder. Press (folder) to return to the folder window before erasing the files and select a folder from which all files are to be erased, and then go to the menu window. 1. In the stop mode, select the folder containing the files you want to erase. 2. Select MENU - the tab - “Erase All,” and then press . Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics “Erase All Files in the Folder?” appears on the display. 3. Press or to select “Execute,” and then press . The “Erasing...” animation appears in the display window and all files in the selected folder will be erased. 4. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Note You cannot erase a protected file. To erase the file, release the protection first, and then erase the file. Hint To cancel erasing, select “Cancel” in step 3, and then press . Go to Page Top Related Topic Protecting a file Selecting a folder and a file Erasing a file Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 181 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Print Back to Top Moving a file to a different folder Moves the selected file to the selected folder. 1. Select the file you want to move. 2. In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “Move File,” and then press . Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications 3. Press , press or to select the tab or the tab, and then press . 4. Press or then press to select the folder that you want to move the file into, and . Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics “Moving File...” animation appears and the file is moved to the last position in the destination folder. When you move a file to another folder, the original file in the previous folder will be erased. 5. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Note You cannot move a protected file. To move the file, release the protection first, and then move the file. You cannot move podcast files. You cannot move a file to the podcast folders. Hint To cancel moving the file, press STOP before step 4. Go to Page Top Related Topic Protecting a file Selecting a folder and a file 182 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Print Back to Top Copying a file to the other memory You can copy the selected file from the built-in memory to the desired folder on a memory card, or from a memory card to the desired folder on the built-in memory. This function is useful in saving a backup. Before starting the operation, insert a memory card to be used for copying into the memory card slot. Recording Playback Editing Menu 1. Select the file you want to copy. When you want to copy a file from a memory card to the built-in memory, set the source memory media to “Memory Card.” 2. Select MENU - the tab - “File Copy,” and then press . Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting The “Copy to Memory Card Select Folder” or the “Copy to Built-In Memory Select Folder” animation appears and the folder selection window is displayed. 3. Press or to select the tab or the tab, and then press . 4. Press press List of Topics , press or to select the folder that you want to copy the file into, and then . The “Copying...” animation appears and the file is copied as the last file in the destination folder. A file will be copied with the identical file name. 5. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Note You cannot copy podcast files. Hint To cancel the copy operation, press STOP before step 4. To cancel the copy operation during copying, press STOP while the “Copying...” animation is displayed in step 4. Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting the memory Inserting a memory card Go to Page Top 183 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Adding a track mark You can add a track mark at a point at which you would like to divide a file later or locate during playback. You can add a maximum of 98 track marks to each file. Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting 1. During recording, playing back, or recording pausing, press TRACK MARK at the position you want to add a track mark. The (track mark) indicator flashes three times, and a track mark is added. List of Topics Note You cannot add track marks to a protected file. To add track marks to the file, release the protection first, and then add the track marks. You cannot add track marks to music files or podcast files. You cannot add track marks while using the synchronized recording function. The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Hint To locate a track mark and start playback at the track mark, press stop mode. When the (Track mark) indicator flashes once, press or in the . You can add track marks when the IC recorder is in the transcription playback mode. Go to Page Top Related Topic 184 Protecting a file Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 185 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Print Back to Top Erasing a track mark You can erase the track mark that is located at just before the current position. 1. Stop at a position after the track mark you would like to erase. 2. Select MENU - the tab - “Erase Track Mark,” and then press . Playback Editing Menu Computer Software “Erase Track Mark?” appears on the display. 3. Press or to select “Execute,” and then press . The “Erasing...” animation appears in the display window and the selected track mark will be erased. Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics A. Before erasing a track mark: is the stop position. B. After erasing a track mark: The track mark just before the stop position will be erased. 4. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Note You cannot erase track marks from a protected file. To erase track marks from the file, release the protection first, and then erase the track marks. Hint To cancel erasing, select “Cancel” in step 3, and then press . Go to Page Top Related Topic Protecting a file Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 186 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Erasing all the track marks in the selected file at one time You can erase all the track marks of the selected file. Preparation Recording Playback 1. Select a file from which you want to erase the track marks. 2. Select MENU - the tab - “Erase All Track Marks,” and then press . Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics “Erase All Track Marks?” appears on the display. 3. Press or to select “Execute,” and then press . The “Erasing...” animation appears in the display window and all the track marks will be erased at one time. 4. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Note You cannot erase track marks from a protected file. To erase track marks from the file, release the protection first, and then erase the track marks. Hint To cancel erasing, select “Cancel” in step 3, and then press . Go to Page Top Related Topic Protecting a file Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 187 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Search Print Back to Top Dividing a file at the current position 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. You can divide a file until the total number of files in the folder reaches the maximum number allowed. 1. Stop the file at the position where you want to divide a file. 2. Select MENU - the tab - “Divide Current Position,” and then press . Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements A period of approximately 4 seconds from the dividing point will be played back repeatedly. 3. Press or to adjust the position to be divided, if you wish. Troubleshooting List of Topics You can adjust the position to be divided by approximately 0.3 seconds in a period of approximately 6 seconds each, both before and after the current position. 4. Press . “Divide?” appears on the display. 5. Press or to select “Execute,” and then press . The “Dividing...” animation appears, and the divided files will be suffixed with a sequential number (“_1” for the original file, and “_2” for the new file). A. Before dividing a file: is the position you want to divide. B. After dividing a file: A suffix made up of a sequential number is added to a file name of the divided files. 6. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Note You cannot divide a protected file. To divide the file, release the protection first. 188 You cannot divide music files or podcast files. You can divide the files in the recordable area (under the tab) only. Hint To cancel dividing, select “Cancel” in step 5, and then press . Go to Page Top Related Topic Protecting a file Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 189 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Print Back to Top Dividing a file at all the track mark positions You can divide a file at all the track mark positions. 1. Select the file you want to divide. 2. In the stop mode, select MENU - the press tab - “Divide All Track Marks,” and then . Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements “Divide All Track Marks?” appears on the display. 3. Press or to select “Execute,” and then press . 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. A suffix made up of a sequential number (“_01,” “_02”) is added each of the divided files. Troubleshooting List of Topics A. Before dividing a file: are track marks B. After erasing track marks: A file is divided at all the track marks. 4. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Note You cannot divide a protected file. To divide the file, release the protection first. You cannot divide music files or podcast files. You can divide the files in the recordable area (under the tab) only. Hint To cancel dividing, select “Cancel” in step 3, and then press To cancel dividing while a file is being divided, press . STOP while the “Dividing...” animation is displayed. Go to Page Top Related Topic Protecting a file Go to Page Top 190 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Print Back to Top Changing a folder name 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. 1. Select the folder which you want to rename from the 2. In the stop mode, select MENU - the press tab of the folder list. tab - “Change Folder Name,” and then . Menu Computer Software 3. Press or to select a favorite folder name, and then press . Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics “Executing...” appears in the display window and the folder name will be changed. 4. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Note You cannot change names of music or podcast folders. Hint When you specify a folder name that already exists, a suffix made up of a sequential number (2 to 10) is added to the name of the new folder. When you choose “FOLDER” from the templates, a suffix made up of a sequential number (01 to 10) is added to each of the folder names. You can use the Sound Organizer software to rename a folder. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 191 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Print Back to Top Changing a file name You can rename a file by prefixing characters from a desired template to the file name. A file in the recordable area can be renamed. You can choose characters to be added from the templates. 1. Select the file which you want to rename from the 2. In the stop mode, select MENU - the press tab of the folder list. tab - “Change File Name,” and then . Menu Computer Software Specifications 3. Press or to select the desired characters to be prefixed to the file name, and then press . Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics “Executing...” appears in the display window and the selected characters are added to the file name separated from it by an underscore (_). (e.g. If “A” is added to the file 131215_001.mp3: A_ 131215_001.mp3) 4. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Note You cannot change the name of a protected file. To change the file name, release the protection first. You cannot change names of music or podcast files. You can rename the files in the recordable area (under the tab) only. Hint You can use the Sound Organizer software to rename a file. Go to Page Top Related Topic Protecting a file Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) 192 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Print Back to Top Protecting a file 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. 1. Display the file which you want to protect from the 2. In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab or the tab. tab - “Protect,” and then press . Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics “Set Protection?” appears on the display. 3. Press or to select “Execute,” and then press . The file is protected. A protected file is marked with the 4. Press (protect) indicator. STOP to exit the menu mode. Note You cannot protect podcast files. Hint To release protection, select the protected file, and then proceed with steps 2 through 4. In this case, “Erase Protection?” will be displayed in step 2. To cancel setting the protection, select “Cancel” in step 3, and then press . Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 193 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Print Back to Top Using the menu How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications 1. Press MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics The menu items will be different depending on the model you are using. 2. Press press 3. Press , press or and then press 4. Press 5. Press or to select the , , , , or tab, and then . or to select the menu item for which you want to make setting, . to select the setting that you want to set, and then press . STOP to exit the menu mode. Note If you do not press any button for 60 seconds, the menu mode is automatically canceled and the window will return to the normal display. The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Hint To return to the previous window, press To exit the menu mode, press during menu mode. STOP or MENU. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) 194 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Search Print Back to Top Menu list The list below shows the menu items in each tab and in which operation mode the IC recorder can make changes to the menus. Menu items in the (Recording) tab REC Mode: Stop mode Selecting the recording mode (REC Mode) Built-in Mic Setting: Stop mode, Recording mode Switching the directionality of the built-in microphones Ext. Input Setting: Stop mode, Recording mode Selecting the input mode and the input sensitivity of an external device (Ext. Input Setting) LCF(Low Cut): Stop mode, Recording mode Reducing noise when recording (LCF(Low Cut)) LIMITER: Stop mode, Recording mode Adjusting the input level of loud sound automatically (LIMITER) Add/Overwrite: Stop mode Adding a new segment to a previously recorded file Adding an overwrite recording during playback PRE REC: Stop mode Recording a few seconds in advance – the pre-recording function Cross-Memory REC: Stop mode Recording across memory media – cross-memory recording VOR: Stop mode, Recording mode Starting to record automatically in response to sound – the VOR function SYNC REC: Stop mode Recording from external equipment (using the synchronized recording function) Menu items in the (Playback) tab Transcription Playback Mode: Stop mode Transcribing a recorded file (Transcription Playback Mode) Noise Cut: Stop mode, Playback mode, Transcription playback mode Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer – the noise cut function V-UP: Stop mode, Playback mode, Transcription playback mode Adjusting the playback sound by amplifying inaudible sound – the digital voice up function Effect: Stop mode, Playback mode Selecting the sound effect Easy Search: Stop mode, Playback mode Searching the desired point quickly (Easy Search) 195 Play Mode: Stop mode, Playback mode Selecting the playback mode Alarm: Stop mode Playing back a file at a desired time with an alarm Menu items in the (Edit) tab Protect: Stop mode Protecting a file Divide Current Position: Stop mode Dividing a file at the current position Move File: Stop mode Moving a file to a different folder File Copy: Stop mode Copying a file to the other memory Change Folder Name: Stop mode Changing a folder name Change File Name: Stop mode Changing a file name Erase Track Mark: Stop mode Erasing a track mark Erase All Track Marks: Stop mode Erasing all the track marks in the selected file at one time Divide All Track Marks: Stop mode Dividing a file at all the track mark positions Erase All: Stop mode Erasing all files in a folder Menu items in the (Display) tab Calendar: Stop mode Selecting a recording date from the calendar and playing back Display: Stop mode, Playback mode, Recording mode Selecting the display mode (Display) LED: Stop mode Turning the recording lamp/the access lamp on or off (LED) Backlight: Stop mode Turning the backlight on or off (Backlight) Menu items in the (IC recorder setting) tab Select Memory: Stop mode Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) Language: Stop mode Setting the display language Date&Time: Stop mode Setting the clock using the menu Time Display: Stop mode 196 Selecting the clock display (Time Display) Beep: Stop mode Turning the beep sound on or off (Beep) Sleep Timer: Stop mode, Playback mode, Transcription playback mode, Recording mode Using the sleep timer (Sleep Timer) Auto Power Off: Stop mode Setting the time period for the IC recorder to turn off (Auto Power Off) Reset All Settings: Stop mode Resetting all menu items to the default setting (Reset All Settings) Format: Stop mode Formatting the memory (Format) System Information: Stop mode Checking the system information (System Information) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 197 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Print Back to Top Selecting the recording mode (REC Mode) You can set the recording mode for the files to be recorded. Set this menu item before you start recording. Hint You can also record both LPCM and MP3 files at the same time from one source (the dual recording function) (ICD-SX1000 only). Playback Editing 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “REC Mode,” and then press . Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics The menu items will be different depending on the model you are using. 2. Press 3. Press or to select the desired recording mode, and then press . STOP to exit the menu mode. Descriptions of menu items You can select one of the menu items available. Dual Recording: Select the recording mode for both LPCM and MP3. (ICD-SX1000 only) LPCM 96kHz/24bit: LPCM (not compressed) in stereo high-quality recording mode (The sound quality is higher than with LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit mode) (ICD-SX1000 only) LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit: LPCM (not compressed) in stereo high-quality recording mode (The sound quality is equivalent to that of CDs.) MP3 320kbps: MP3 (compressed) in stereo high-quality recording mode (Initial setting) 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 Note You cannot set “REC Mode” when the Scene Select function has been set. Set the Scene Select function to “Scene Select Off” before setting “REC Mode.” Go to Page Top 198 Related Topic Recording one sound source to two files - the dual-recording function (ICDSX1000 only) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 199 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Print Back to Top Selecting the input mode and the input sensitivity of an external device (Ext. Input Setting) You can select the type of external input (“MIC IN” or “Audio IN”) to be recorded and the sensitivity setting when you record from an external device connected to the (microphone) jack. Recording Playback 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the press tab - “Ext. Input Setting,” and then . Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements The menu items will be different depending on the model you are using. 2. Press or to select the item you want to set, and then press If you do not intend to set the input sensitivity: Select “MIC IN” or “Audio IN.” When you press . , the input type switches. In this case, proceed to step 5 to exit the menu mode. Troubleshooting List of Topics If you intend to set the input sensitivity: Select the “Sensitivity setting” item that is displayed under “MIC IN” or “Audio IN.” When you press , the sensitivity setting display appears. In this case, proceed to the next step. 3. Press or to select the item you want to set, and then press . If you select “Sensitivity setting” for “MIC IN”: Select “For Voice,” “For Music,” or “Manual.” If you select “For Voice” or “For Music,” proceed to the next step. If you select “Manual,” the setting process is complete. If you select “Sensitivity setting” for “Audio IN”: Select “ High,” “ Low,” or “ Manual.” The setting process is complete. 4. Press 5. Press or to select the sensitivity setting you want, and then press STOP to exit the menu mode. Sensitivity settings for “MIC IN” You can select one of the menu items available. For Voice: You can select one of the following items for recording voices. Auto: The microphone sensitivity is set automatically to the appropriate 200 . recording level for the input sound. (Initial setting) High: To record sound far away from the IC recorder or low sound, such as when recording in a spacious room. Medium: To record the sound of a normal conversation or meeting, such as when recording in a meeting space or during an interview. Low: To record dictation with the microphone held in front of your mouth, sound near the IC recorder, or loud sound. For Music: You can select one of the following items for recording music. High(Music): To record small groups, for example, a chorus, small (soft) sounds, or a musical instrument that is played some distance away from the IC recorder. Low(Music): To record loud sounds, such as that of a band or singing practice. (Initial setting) Manual: During manual recording, you can adjust the recording level manually. Sensitivity settings for “Audio IN” You can select one of the menu items available. High: Select this when the output level from the connected equipment is too low. Low: Select this when the output level from the connected equipment is too high. Manual: During manual recording, you can adjust the recording level manually. (Initial setting) Note You cannot set the microphone sensitivity when the Scene Select function has been set. Set the Scene Select function to “Scene Select Off” before setting the sensitivity. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 201 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Search Print Back to Top Reducing noise when recording (LCF(Low Cut)) The LCF (Low Cut Filter) function cuts a low frequency to reduce a projector machine sound or roaring noise from wind, etc., therefore you can record a file more clearly. 1. In the stop or recording mode, select MENU - the . then press tab - “LCF(Low Cut),” and Editing Menu Computer The menu items will be different depending on the model you are using. Software 2. Press Specifications 3. Press Announcements Descriptions of menu items Troubleshooting List of Topics or to select “ON” or “OFF,” and then press . STOP to exit the menu mode. You can select one of the menu items available. ON: The LCF function is activated. OFF: The LCF function is canceled. (Initial setting) Note When the “Ext. Input Setting” menu is set to “Audio IN,” the LCF function does not work. You cannot set the LCF function when the Scene Select function has been set. Set the Scene Select function to “Scene Select Off” before setting the LCF function. Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting the input mode and the input sensitivity of an external device (Ext. Input Setting) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 202 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Print Back to Top Adjusting the input level of loud sound automatically (LIMITER) The LIMITER function adjusts the input level automatically when a sound that is too loud is input, to prevent sound distortion during manual recording. 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “LIMITER,” and then press . Playback Editing Menu Computer Software The menu items will be different depending on the model you are using. 2. Press 3. Press or to select “ON” or “OFF,” and then press . STOP to exit the menu mode. Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Descriptions of menu items You can select one of the menu items available. ON: The LIMITER function is activated. (Initial setting) OFF: The LIMITER function is canceled. Note When the “Sensitivity setting” item in the “Built-in Mic Setting” or “Ext. Input Setting” is set to “Manual,” the LIMITER function is enabled. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 203 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Print Back to Top Selecting the display mode (Display) You can set which information to be displayed in the display window. 1. Select MENU - the tab - “Display,” and then press . Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 2. Press 3. Press or to select the desired display mode, and then press . STOP to exit the menu mode. Descriptions of menu items You can select one of the menu items available. Elapsed Time: Elapsed playback time of one file (Initial setting) Remain Time: During stop or playback, the remaining time of one file During recording, the available recording time REC Date: Date recorded REC Time: Time recorded Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 204 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Turning the recording lamp/the access lamp on or off (LED) This setting turns the recording lamp/the access lamp on or off during operation. Preparation Recording 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “LED,” and then press . Playback Editing Menu Computer 2. Press 3. Press or to select “ON” or “OFF,” and then press . STOP to exit the menu mode. Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Descriptions of menu items You can select one of the menu items available. ON: During recording, the recording lamp lights or flashes. The access lamp lights or flashes while the IC recorder is accessing the memory (such as when it is saving data.) (Initial setting) OFF: The recording lamp and the access lamp do not light or flash, even during operation. Note When the IC recorder is connected to a computer, the access lamp lights or flashes even if “LED” is set to “OFF.” Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 205 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Print Back to Top Turning the backlight on or off (Backlight) This setting turns the backlight in the display window on or off. 1. In the stop mode, select MENU — the tab — “Backlight,” and then press . Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 2. Press 3. Press or to select the desired menu item, and then press . STOP to exit the menu mode. Descriptions of menu items You can select one of the menu items available. OFF: The backlight in the display window does not light, even during operation. 20sec: The backlight in the display window lights up for approx. 20 seconds. (Initial settings) 1min: The backlight in the display window lights up for approx. one minute. Always-ON: The backlight in the display window lights up always. Note When you select “Always-ON,” the battery will be consumed quickly. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 206 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Search Print Back to Top Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) You can select the memory media on which you want to store a file, or which contains the file you want to play, edit, or copy. 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the . tab - “Select Memory,” and then press Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 2. Press or to select “Built-In Memory” or “Memory Card,” and then press . 3. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Descriptions of menu items You can select one of the menu items available. Built-In Memory: The built-in memory of the IC recorder is selected. (Initial setting) Memory Card: The memory card inserted in the memory card slot is selected. Note When no memory card is currently inserted in the IC recorder, the built-in memory is automatically selected. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 207 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Print Back to Top Selecting the clock display (Time Display) You can select from 12 hour-clock or 24 hour-clock. 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the . tab - “Time Display,” and then press Playback Editing Menu Computer 2. Press 3. Press or to select the desired menu item, and then press . STOP to exit the menu mode. Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting Descriptions of menu items You can select one of the menu items available. 12-Hour: 12:00AM = midnight, 12:00PM = noon 24-Hour: 0:00 = midnight, 12:00 = noon Note List of Topics The default setting differs depending on the area you purchased your IC recorder. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 208 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Print Back to Top Turning the beep sound on or off (Beep) You can turn the operation beep on or off. 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “Beep,” and then press . Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 2. Press 3. Press or to select “ON” or “OFF,” and then press . STOP to exit the menu mode. Descriptions of menu items You can select one of the menu items available. ON: A beep will sound to indicate that an operation has been accepted or an error has occurred. (Initial setting) OFF: No beep sound will be heard. Note The alarm sounds even if you set “Beep” to “OFF” in the menu. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 209 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Print Back to Top Using the sleep timer (Sleep Timer) If you set the sleep timer, the IC recorder will turn off automatically when the duration of time set for the sleep timer has elapsed. Preparation Recording 1. Select MENU - the tab - “Sleep Timer,” and then press . Playback Editing Menu Computer Software 2. Press or to select the desired time duration, and then press . You can select from “OFF,” “15min,” “30min,” “60min,” “90min,” or “120min.” 3. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. When you set the sleep timer, “ ” appears on the display. Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Note When “Auto Power Off” is set in the menu, the power of the IC recorder may turn off before the duration of time set for the sleep timer has elapsed. When the duration of time set for the sleep timer has elapsed, the IC recorder will turn off even when it is recording. Hint To cancel the sleep timer setting, select “OFF” (initial setting). To check the remaining time before the sleep timer activates, perform step 1 again. If you want to keep the setting, select “Stay On.” Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 210 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Search Print Back to Top Setting the time period for the IC recorder to turn off (Auto Power Off) If the IC recorder is on and left for the period you have set, the IC recorder turns off automatically. 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the . tab - “Auto Power Off,” and then press Editing Menu Computer Software 2. Press 3. Press or to select the desired menu item, and then press . STOP to exit the menu mode. Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Descriptions of menu items You can select one of the menu items available. OFF: The IC recorder will not be turned off automatically. 5min: The IC recorder will be turned off after approx. 5 minutes. 10min: The IC recorder will be turned off after approx. 10 minutes. (Initial setting) 30min: The IC recorder will be turned off after approx. 30 minutes. 60min: The IC recorder will be turned off after approx. 60 minutes. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 211 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Print Back to Top Resetting all menu items to the default setting (Reset All Settings) You can re-set all menu items to the default setting. However, the following menu items cannot be initialized. Alarm Protect Select Memory Date&Time Menu Computer 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the press tab - “Reset All Settings,” and then . Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics “Default Value?” appears on the display. 2. Press 3. Press or to select “Execute,” and then press . STOP to exit the menu mode. Hint To cancel the operation, select “Cancel” in step 2. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 212 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Print Back to Top Formatting the memory (Format) You can format the memory media currently selected (the built-in memory or the memory card), erasing all the data in the memory and resetting the folder structure to its default status. 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “Format,” and then press . Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 2. Press or to select “Execute,” and then press . The “Formatting...” animation appears and the memory media will be formatted. 3. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Note Use the IC recorder formatting function to format the memory media. Do not use your computer to format the media. Switch the memory media to the one to be formatted before you start the format operation. If you format the built-in memory, all data stored there will be erased. (Protected files, the Help Guide and the Sound Organizer software will also be erased.) Note that once the files are erased, you cannot retrieve them. Hint To cancel formatting the memory media, select “Cancel” in step 2. Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 213 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Print Back to Top Checking the system information (System Information) You can check the system information such as the IC recorder model name and the version number of the software. User name can be registered on your IC recorder using the Sound Organizer software. Recording Playback 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the press . tab - “System Information,” and then Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting 2. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Hint You can set the IC recorder so that it will display the user name in a part of the file name by using the Sound Organizer software. Go to Page Top List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 214 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Connecting the IC recorder to your computer To exchange files between the IC recorder and your computer, connect the IC recorder to your computer. Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications 1. 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. Announcements 2. Make sure the IC recorder has been recognized properly. On the Windows screen; open “My Computer” or “Computer,” and make sure that “IC RECORDER” or “MEMORY CARD” has been recognized. Troubleshooting On the Mac screen; make sure that an “IC RECORDER” or “MEMORY CARD” drive is displayed on the Finder. List of Topics The IC recorder is recognized by the computer as soon as the connection is made. While the IC recorder is connected to the computer, “Connecting” is displayed in the display window of the IC recorder. If the IC recorder cannot be connected to a computer directly, use the supplied USB connection support cable ( ). Note The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Go to Page Top 215 Related Topic Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 216 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Structure of folders and files The folders and files are displayed on the computer screen as shown. On a Windows screen using Explorer, and on a Mac screen using Finder, folders and files Preparation can be displayed by opening “IC RECORDER” or “MEMORY CARD.” Recording Built-in memory Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics A: IC RECORDER folder B: Folder for files recorded using the IC recorder C: Folder containing installers for the Sound Organizer software, Help Guide, etc. D: Folder transferred from your computer *1 Even if a file is transferred directly under the VOICE folder, it will not be displayed on the tab of the IC recorder. When you transfer a file from your computer to the IC recorder, put the file in the folders under the VOICE folder. *2 The name of a folder in which music files are stored will be displayed on the IC recorder as it is, so it is convenient if you put an easy-to-remember name on the folder in advance. Folders shown in the illustration are examples of folder names. *3 The IC recorder can recognize up to 8 levels of folders transferred to the IC recorder. *4 If you transfer music files separately, they are classified as being in “No Folder.” Hint 217 The title or artist name, etc., registered in the music files, can be displayed on the IC recorder. It is useful if you input the ID3 tag information using the software you use to make the music files on your computer. If no title, or artist name has been registered “No Data” will be displayed in the display window of the IC recorder. Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™) When connecting the IC recorder with your computer after the destination memory media has been set to “Memory Card,” the structure of folders is different from that when the destination memory media is set to “Built-In Memory.” A: MEMORY CARD B: Folder for files recorded using the IC recorder C: Folder transferred from your computer microSD card When connecting the IC recorder with your computer after the destination memory media has been set to “Memory Card,” the structure of folders is different from that when the destination memory media is set to “Built-In Memory.” 218 A: “MEMORY CARD” folder B: Folder for files recorded using the IC recorder C: Folder transferred from your computer Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 219 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Copying files from the IC recorder to your computer You can copy the files and folders from the IC recorder to your computer to store them. Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements 1. Connect the IC recorder to your computer. 2. 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” or “MEMORY CARD” to the local disk on your computer. 3. Disconnect the IC recorder from your computer. Note The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Troubleshooting Hint List of Topics A: IC RECORDER or MEMORY CARD B: Your computer To copy a file or folder (drag and drop), click and hold the file or folder ( ( ), and then drop ( ), drag ). Go to Page Top Related Topic Connecting the IC recorder to your computer Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer Go to Page Top 220 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Print Back to Top Copying a music file from your computer to the IC recorder (drag and drop) You can copy music or the other audio files (LPCM(.wav) / MP3(.mp3) / WMA(.wma) / AAC-LC(.m4a) (*)) from your computer to the IC recorder by dragging and dropping them, and you can play them back using the IC recorder. Recording Playback Editing Menu * Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics For the file formats that can be played back using the IC recorder, see “Design and specifications.” 1. Connect the IC recorder to your computer. 2. Copy the folder in which the music files are stored to the IC recorder. On a Windows screen using Explorer, or on a Mac screen using Finder, drag and drop the folder containing the music files onto “IC RECORDER” or “MEMORY CARD.” The IC recorder can recognize up to 400 folders. You can copy up to 199 files to one folder. Moreover, the IC recorder can recognize up to a total of 4,095 folders and files for one memory media. 3. Disconnect the IC recorder from your computer. Note The illustrations used in this Help Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model. These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for operations are the same. Go to Page Top Related Topic Connecting the IC recorder to your computer Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 221 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Print Back to Top Playing back music files copied from your computer using the IC recorder Preparation You can copy music or the other audio files (LPCM(.wav) / MP3(.mp3) / WMA(.wma) / AAC-LC(.m4a) (*)) from your computer to the IC recorder, and you Recording * Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics can play them back using the IC recorder. For the file formats that can be played back using the IC recorder, see “Design and specifications.” 1. Press (folder). 2. Press , press 3. Press or then press or to select the to select the folder ( tab, and then press . ) in which music files are stored, and . To display the files contained in a folder, press then press or to select a folder, and . 4. Select the music file you want to play. When the file selection window is displayed, press desired file, and then press or to select the . When the stop mode window is displayed, you can switch files by pressing and . 5. Press to start playback. Pressing or allows you to check the information of a music file that is currently being played back. 6. Press STOP to stop playback. Go to Page Top Related Topic Display during playback Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 222 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Search Print Back to Top Using the IC Recorder as USB memory 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, check “System requirements .” Go to Page Top Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 223 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Search Print Back to Top What you can do using Sound Organizer (for Windows only) You can install Sound Organizer using the set up file (SoundOrganizerInstaller_V140.exe) stored on the built-in memory of the IC recorder. Sound Organizer allows you to exchange files with an IC recorder or memory card. The songs imported from music CDs and other media, MP3 and other audio files imported from a computer, and podcasts can also be played and transferred to an IC recorder. Various operations can be performed for imported files, including playback, editing and conversion to MP3 and other formats. You can also burn CDs of the music you like, and send audio files by mail. For details on the operation of the Sound Organizer, refer to the Sound Organizer help. Importing files recorded with an IC recorder You can import recording files that were recorded with an IC recorder into Sound Organizer. The imported files are saved to the computer. Importing songs from a music CD Troubleshooting You can import the songs of a music CD into Sound Organizer. The imported songs are saved to the computer. List of Topics Importing songs on the computer You can import music and other files saved to the computer into Sound Organizer. Subscribing to and updating podcasts You can subscribe to podcasts in Sound Organizer. Subscribing to and updating podcasts enables you to download (subscription) and enjoy the latest data from the Internet. Playing files You can play the files imported into Sound Organizer. Changing the file information You can change the title name, artist name, and other file information displayed in the file list. Dividing files You can divide one file into multiple files. Combining files You can combine multiple files into one file. 224 Registering the user name You can register a user name (information for recognizing your IC recorder) for your IC recorder. If you record a file with a user name set, the user name will be added to the file. If you do not set a user name, the user information for the recorded file will be “My Recording.” Editing templates for a folder or file name You can edit the templates used as “Change File Name” and “Change Folder Name” menu options. Deleting files from an IC recorder You can delete a file saved to an IC recorder. Use this operation to delete files in the IC recorder when you want to increase the amount of free space in the IC recorder or there are unnecessary files. Transferring files to an IC recorder You can transfer a file from Sound Organizer to an IC recorder or memory card. You can enjoy transferred music, podcasts, and other content on your IC recorder. Burning a music CD You can select your favorite songs from the songs imported into Sound Organizer and then burn your own original music CD. Other convenient uses You can start the mail software and send a recording file attached to mail. You can use the voice recognition software Dragon NaturallySpeaking (*) which is compatible with Sound Organizer to perform voice recognition for a file and convert the voice to text. * The application software, Dragon NaturallySpeaking (DVD-ROM) is supplied with some models in some countries or regions only. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 225 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Print Back to Top System requirements for using Sound Organizer The following shows the system requirements for using Sound Organizer. Operating systems Windows 8 Recording Windows 8 Pro Playback Windows 7 Ultimate Windows 7 Professional Editing Windows 7 Home Premium Menu Windows 7 Home Basic Windows 7 Starter Computer Windows Vista Ultimate Service Pack 2 or higher Software Windows Vista Business Service Pack 2 or higher Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 2 or higher Specifications Windows Vista Home Basic Service Pack 2 or higher Announcements Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Service Pack 3 or higher Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 Service Pack 3 or higher (*) Troubleshooting Windows XP Media Center Edition Service Pack 3 or higher (*) Windows XP Professional Service Pack 3 or higher List of Topics Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 3 or higher Pre-installed * Excluding China Note One of the above operating systems should be by default pre-installed. Upgraded operating systems or multi-boot environment are not supported. 64 bit versions of Windows XP are not supported. IBM PC/AT or compatible CPU Windows XP: Pentium III processor of 500 MHz or faster Windows Vista: Pentium III processor of 800 MHz or faster Windows 7: Pentium III processor of 1 GHz or faster Windows 8: Pentium III processor of 1 GHz or faster Memory Windows XP: At least 256 MB Windows Vista: At least 512 MB (In the case of Windows Vista Ultimate/Business/Home Premium, at least 1 GB is recommended.) Windows 7: At least 1 GB (32 bit version)/At least 2 GB (64 bit version) 226 Windows 8: At least 1 GB (32 bit version)/At least 2 GB (64 bit version) Free hard disk space At least 400 MB is required. Depending on the version of Windows, more than 400 MB may be used. Also, free space for handling music data is required. Display settings Screen resolution: 800 × 600 pixels or higher (1,024 × 768 pixels is recommended.) Screen color: High Color (16 bit) or higher Sound card A SoundBlaster compatible card is recommended. USB port A compatible USB port is required to use devices and media. Operation via a USB hub is not guaranteed except for models for which operation has been specifically guaranteed. Disk drive To create a music CD, you need a CD-R/RW drive. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 227 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Print Back to Top Installing Sound Organizer (for Windows only) Install Sound Organizer on your computer. Note Recording When installing Sound Organizer, log in to an account with administrator privileges. Also, if you are using Windows 7/Windows 8 and the [User Account Control] screen appears, confirm the contents of the screen and then click [Yes] ([Continue] in the case of Windows Vista). Playback Sound Organizer cannot be started by a user with limited privileges in Windows XP. Editing To use the software update function in Windows XP, you must log on to an account with computer administrator privileges. Menu The Windows Media Format Runtime module is added by the installer of Sound Organizer. This module is not removed when Sound Organizer is uninstalled. However, it may not be installed if it has been preinstalled. Computer The data in the content storage folders is not deleted when Sound Organizer is uninstalled. Software In an installation environment in which multiple operating systems are installed on one computer, do not install Sound Organizer in each of the operating systems. Doing so may result in data inconsistencies. Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting 1. Connect the IC recorder to the computer. 2. Go to the [Start] menu, click [Computer] (or [My Computer]), and then doubleclick [IC RECORDER] - [FOR WINDOWS]. List of Topics The display that appears on the computer screen differs depending on the version of the operating system you are using. Windows 7 is used as an example in this Help Guide. 3. Double-click [SoundOrganizerInstaller_V140] (or [SoundOrganizerInstaller_V140.exe]). 228 Depending on the version of the operating system you are using, the preparations for setup (extract) may start automatically without any notice appearing on the screen. In such a case, follow the instructions that appear on the screen. 4. Make sure that you accept the terms of the license agreement, select [I accept the terms in the license agreement], and then click [Next]. 5. When the [Setup Type] window appears, select [Standard] or [Custom], and then click [Next]. Follow the instructions on the screen and set the installation settings when you select [Custom]. 6. When the [Ready to Install the Program] window appears, click [Install]. The installation starts. 7. When [Sound Organizer has been installed successfully.] window appears, check [Launch Sound Organizer Now], and then click [Finish]. Note You may need to restart your computer after installing Sound Organizer. Go to Page Top Related Topic Connecting the IC recorder to your computer Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 229 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top The Sound Organizer window (for Windows only) How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 1. Help Displays the help of Sound Organizer. For details on each operation, refer to these help files. 2. The file list of Sound Organizer (My Library) Displays a list of files included in My Library of Sound Organizer in accordance with the operation. Recording Files: Displays a list of recording files. Recording files that were recorded with an IC recorder appear in this library when they are imported. Music: Displays a list of music files. Songs imported from a music CD appear in this library. Podcast: Displays a list of podcasts. 3. The file list of the IC recorder Displays the files saved to the connected IC recorder or memory card. 4. Edit Mode button Displays the edit area so that you can edit a file. 5. Quick Operation Guide button Displays the Quick Operation Guide to receive guidance on the basic features of Sound Organizer. 6. Sidebar (Import/Transfer) IC Recorder: Displays the transfer screen. A list of files on a connected device appears. Import CD: Displays the screen for importing music CDs. Burn CD/DVD: Displays the screen for burning discs. 7. Transfer buttons : Transfers the files of Sound Organizer to an IC recorder or memory card. : Imports the files of an IC recorder or memory card to My Library of Sound Organizer. 230 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Search Print Back to Top About compatible memory cards You can use the following memory cards with the IC recorder. microSD cards of up to 2 GB: supported microSDHC cards from 4 GB to 32 GB: supported microSDXC cards of 64 GB or more: not supported M2™ cards of up to 16 GB: supported Due to the file system specifications of the IC recorder, you can record and play back an LPCM file smaller than 2 GB, and an MP3/WMA/AAC-LC file smaller than 1 GB using a memory card. Computer Software Note Specifications In this Help Guide, M2™ and microSD cards are generally referred to as a “memory card.” The M2™/microSD card slot is referred to as the “memory card slot.” Announcements Operations of all types of compatible memory cards are not guaranteed. Troubleshooting Go to Page Top List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 231 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top System requirements When you use the IC recorder connected to a computer or as a USB mass storage device, your computer must meet the operating system requirements and port Recording environment described below. To use your computer with the Sound Organizer software, see “System requirements for using Sound Organizer.” Playback Operating systems Preparation Windows 8 Editing Windows 8 Pro Menu Windows 7 Ultimate Service Pack 1 or higher Windows 7 Professional Service Pack 1 or higher Computer Windows 7 Home Premium Service Pack 1 or higher Software Windows 7 Home Basic Service Pack 1 or higher Windows 7 Starter Service Pack 1 or higher Specifications Windows Vista Ultimate Service Pack 2 or higher Announcements Windows Vista Business Service Pack 2 or higher Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 2 or higher Troubleshooting Windows Vista Home Basic Service Pack 2 or higher Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Service Pack 3 or higher List of Topics Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 Service Pack 3 or higher (*) Windows XP Media Center Edition Service Pack 3 or higher (*) Windows XP Professional Service Pack 3 or higher Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 3 or higher Mac OS X (v10.3.9-v10.8) Pre-installed * Excluding China Note One of the above operating systems should be by default pre-installed. Any operating system other than those indicated above (Windows 98, Windows 2000 or Linux, etc.), upgraded operating systems or multi-boot environment are not supported. 64 bit versions of Windows XP are not supported. For the latest version information and compatibility with your operating system, please access the support home page for the IC recorder (see “Customer support websites”). Hardware environment 232 Sound board: Sound boards compatible with any of the supported operating systems Port: USB port Disk drive: To create a music CD, you need a CD-R/RW drive. Note The following systems are not supported: Operating systems other than the ones indicated in this topic Personally constructed computers or operating systems Upgraded operating systems Multi-boot environment Multi-monitor environment Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 233 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Search Print Back to Top Design and specifications Capacity (User available capacity: when the built-in memory is formatted with the IC recorder) ICD-SX733 4 GB (approx. 3.20 GB = 3,435,973,837 Byte) ICD-SX734 8 GB (approx. 6.40 GB = 6,871,947,674 Byte) ICD-SX1000 16 GB (approx. 12.80 GB = 13,743,895,347 Byte) A small amount of the built-in memory is used for file management and therefore not available for user storage. Note that when the built-in memory is formatted, the Help Guide and the Sound Organizer software stored in the IC recorder will be deleted. 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.) Frequency range LPCM 96kHz/24bit: 40 Hz - 40,000 Hz (*1) LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit: 40 Hz - 20,000 Hz MP3 320kbps: 40 Hz - 20,000 Hz MP3 192kbps: 40 Hz - 18,000 Hz MP3 128kbps: 40 Hz - 16,000 Hz MP3 48kbps(MONO): 40 Hz - 14,000 Hz Compatible file formats MP3 (*2) Bit rate: 32 kbps - 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) Sampling frequencies: 16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 kHz File extension: .mp3 WMA (*3) Bit rate: 32 kbps - 192 kbps, (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) Sampling frequencies: 44.1 kHz File extension: .wma AAC-LC (*4) Bit rate: 16 kbps - 320 kbps, (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) Sampling frequencies: 11.025/12/16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 kHz File extension: .m4a LPCM (*5) Sampling frequencies: 22.05/44.1 kHz Quantization bit rate: 16 bit File extension: .wav 234 LPCM (*1) Sampling frequencies: 22.05/44.1/48/96/176.4/192 Quantization bit rate: 16 bit File extension: .wav LPCM (*1) Sampling frequencies: 44.1/48/96/176.4/192 Quantization bit rate: 24 bit File extension: .wav Speaker Approx. 10 mm × 6 mm (13/32 in. × 1/4 in.) Input/Output Microphone jack (minijack, stereo) Input impedance: approx. 4 kΩ Input for plug in power, minimum input level: approx. 1.5 mV Headphone jack (minijack, stereo) Output for 16 Ω to 32 Ω impedance headphones USB connector (Type-A) High-Speed USB compatible Card slot Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™)/microSD memory card slot Playback speed control (DPC) 3.00 times - 0.25 times Power output 150 mW Power requirements Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery: 3.7 V DC Operating temperature 5 °C - 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) Dimensions (w/h/d) (not incl. projecting parts and controls) (JEITA) (*6) ICD-SX733/SX734 Approx. 39.6 mm × 108.6 mm × 14.9 mm (1 9/16 in. × 4 3/8 in. × 19/32 in.) ICD-SX1000 Approx. 39.6 mm × 110.8 mm × 14.6 mm (1 9/16 in. × 4 3/8 in. × 19/32 in.) Mass (JEITA) (*6) ICD-SX733/SX734 Approx. 81 g (2 3/4 oz) ICD-SX1000 Approx. 82 g (3 oz) Supplied accessories See “Quick Start Guide” supplied with your IC recorder. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. *1 ICD-SX1000 only *2 The playback of MP3 files recorded using the IC recorder is also supported. Not all encoders are supported. *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. Not all encoders are supported. *4 *5 Copyright-protected file cannot be played back. Not all AAC encoders are supported. 235 ICD-SX733/SX734 only *6 Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association) Maximum recording time (*1)(*2) The maximum recording time of all the folders is as follows. LPCM 96kHz/24bit (*3) Built-in memory 6 h. 35 m. Memory card 2 GB: 55 m. 4 GB: 1 h. 50 m. 8 GB: 3 h. 40 m. 16 GB: 7 h. 25 m. 32 GB: 14 h. 50 m. LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit ( / / ) Built-in memory ICD-SX733: 5 h. 20 m. ICD-SX734: 10 h. 45 m. ICD-SX1000: 21 h. 35 m. Memory card 2 GB: 3 h. 4 GB: 6 h. 5 m. 8 GB: 12 h. 10 m. 16 GB: 24 h. 20 m. 32 GB: 48 h. 40 m. MP3 320kbps Built-in memory ICD-SX733: 23 h. 50 m. ICD-SX734: 47 h. 40 m. ICD-SX1000: 95 h. 25 m. Memory card 2 GB: 13 h. 25 m. 4 GB: 26 h. 50 m. 8 GB: 53 h. 40 m. 16 GB: 107 h. 32 GB: 214 h. MP3 192kbps ( / / / ) Built-in memory ICD-SX733: 39 h. 45 m. ICD-SX734: 79 h. 30 m. ICD-SX1000: 159 h. Memory card 2 GB: 22 h. 20 m. 4 GB: 44 h. 40 m. 8 GB: 89 h. 25 m. 16 GB: 178 h. 32 GB: 357 h. MP3 128kbps ( ) Built-in memory ICD-SX733: 59 h. 35 m. 236 ICD-SX734: 119 h. ICD-SX1000: 238 h. Memory card 2 GB: 33 h. 30 m. 4 GB: 67 h. 5 m. 8 GB: 134 h. 16 GB: 268 h. 32 GB: 536 h. MP3 48kbps(MONO) Built-in memory ICD-SX733: 159 h. ICD-SX734: 318 h. ICD-SX1000: 636 h. Memory card 2 GB: 89 h. 25 m. 4 GB: 178 h. 8 GB: 357 h. 16 GB: 715 h. 32 GB: 1,431 h. (h.: hours/m.: minutes) *1 When you are going to record continuously for a long time, you may need an USB AC adaptor (not supplied). For details on the battery life, see “Battery life.” *2 The maximum recording time in this topic for your reference only, and may differ depending on the card specifications. *3 ICD-SX1000 only The maximum playback time of a music file/number of files (*1) 48 kbps ICD-SX733 Playback time: 159 h. Number of files: 2,385 files ICD-SX734 Playback time: 318 h. Number of files: 4,770 files ICD-SX1000 Playback time: 636 h. Number of files: 9,540 files 128 kbps ICD-SX733 Playback time: 59 h. 35 m. Number of files: 893 files ICD-SX734 Playback time: 119 h. Number of files: 1,785 files ICD-SX1000 Playback time: 238 h. Number of files: 3,570 files 256 kbps ICD-SX733 Playback time: 29 h. 45 m. Number of files: 446 files ICD-SX734 237 Playback time: 59 h. 35 m. Number of files: 893 files ICD-SX1000 Playback time: 119 h. Number of files: 1,785 files (h.: hours/m.: minutes) *1 In the case where MP3 files of 4 minutes each are transferred to the IC recorder. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 238 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Search Battery life When using a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery (*1) LPCM 96kHz/24bit (*2) Recording Recording: Approx. 12 h. Playback through speaker (*3): Approx. 16 h. Playback using the headphones: Approx. 16 h. Playback LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit Editing Recording: Approx. 19 h. Menu Playback through speaker (*3): Approx. 18 h. Playback using the headphones (ICD-SX733/SX734): Approx. 25 h. Playback using the headphones (ICD-SX1000): Approx. 22 h. Computer MP3 320kbps Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Back to Top Recording: Approx. 17 h. Playback through speaker (*3): Approx. 18 h. Playback using the headphones (ICD-SX733/SX734): Approx. 25 h. Playback using the headphones (ICD-SX1000): Approx. 22 h. MP3 192kbps Recording: Approx. 17 h. Playback through speaker (*3): Approx. 18 h. Playback using the headphones (ICD-SX733/SX734): Approx. 25 h. Playback using the headphones (ICD-SX1000): Approx. 22 h. MP3 128kbps Recording: Approx. 17 h. Playback through speaker (*3): Approx. 18 h. Playback using the headphones (ICD-SX733/SX734): Approx. 25 h. Playback using the headphones (ICD-SX1000): Approx. 22 h. MP3 48kbps(MONO) Recording: Approx. 19 h. Playback through speaker (*3): Approx. 18 h. Playback using the headphones (ICD-SX733/SX734): Approx. 25 h. Playback using the headphones (ICD-SX1000): Approx. 22 h. Music file (MP3: 128 kbps/44.1 kHz) Recording: — Playback through speaker (*3): Approx. 18 h. Playback using the headphones (ICD-SX733/SX734): Approx. 25 h. Playback using the headphones (ICD-SX1000): Approx. 22 h. Music file (LPCM: 192 kHz/24 bit) (*2) Recording: — Playback through speaker (*3): Approx. 12 h. Playback using the headphones: Approx. 13 h. (h.: hours/m.: minutes) 239 *1 Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). The battery life may shorten depending on how you operate the IC recorder. *2 ICD-SX1000 only *3 When playing back music through the internal speaker with the volume level set to 27 Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 240 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Precautions On power Preparation Operate the unit only on 3.7 V DC with the built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Recording On safety Playback Editing Do not operate the unit while driving, cycling or operating any motorized vehicle. On handling Menu Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock. Computer 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. Software Be careful not to allow water to splash on the unit. The unit is not waterproof. In particular, be careful in the following situations. Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics When you have the unit in your pocket and go to the bathroom, etc. When you bend down, the unit may drop into the water and may get wet. When you use the unit in an environment where the unit is exposed to rain, snow, or humidity. In circumstances where you get sweaty. If you touch the unit with wet hands or if you put the unit in the pocket of sweaty clothes, the unit may get wet. You may feel pain in your ears if you use the headphones when the ambient air is very dry. This is not because of a malfunction of the headphones, but because of static electricity accumulated in your body. You can reduce static electricity by wearing non-synthetic clothes that prevent the emergence of static electricity. 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. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Backup recommendations To avoid potential risk of data loss caused by accidental operation or malfunction 241 of the IC recorder, we recommend that you save a backup copy of your recorded files to a computer, etc. On using a memory card When formatting (initializing) a memory card, make sure to use the IC recorder to format it. Operations of the memory cards formatted with Windows or other devices are not guaranteed. If you format a memory card containing recorded data, the recorded data will be deleted. Be careful not to delete important data. Do not leave a memory card within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it. Do not insert or remove a memory card during recording/playback/formatting. Doing so may cause a malfunction of the IC recorder. Do not remove a memory card while the “Accessing...” animation appears in the display window or the access lamp is flashing in orange. Doing so may damage the data. We do not guarantee the operations of all types of compatible memory cards with the IC recorder. For compatible M2™, please refer to the Sony website. “MagicGate™” is the collective name of content protection technologies developed by Sony. The IC recorder does not support data recording/playback that requires MagicGate™ functions. The IC recorder does not support parallel data transfer. You cannot use a ROM (read-only-memory) type or write-protected memory card. Data may be corrupted in the following cases: When a memory card is removed or the IC recorder is turned off during a read or write operation. When a memory card is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise. We assume no responsibility for any loss or damage of recorded data. We recommend that you save a backup copy of the important data. Do not touch the terminal of a memory card with your hand or a metal object. Do not strike, bend or drop a memory card. Do not disassemble or modify a memory card. Do not expose a memory card to water. Do not use a memory card under the following conditions: Locations beyond the required operating conditions, including locations, such as the hot interior of a car parked in the sun and/or in the summer, the outdoors exposed to direct sunlight, or a place near a heater. Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances present. When using a memory card, make sure to check the correct insertion direction into the memory card slot. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 242 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Search Print Back to Top 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. Playback The recorded music is limited to private use only. Use of the music beyond this limit requires permission of the copyright holders. Editing Sony is not responsible for incomplete recording/downloading or damaged data due to problems of the IC recorder or computer. Menu Depending on the types of the text and characters, the text shown on the IC recorder may not be displayed properly on device. This is due to: Computer Software Specifications Announcements The capacity of the connected IC recorder. The IC recorder is not functioning normally. Content information is written in the language or the character that is not supported by the IC recorder. For users in France Troubleshooting List of Topics At high volume, prolonged listening to the personal audio player can damage the user’s hearing. If you need to replace the headphones/earphones, please refer to the headphones/earphones model corresponding to your device and indicated below. MDR-E706 (ICD-SX733)/MDR-EX0300E (ICD-SX1000) Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential 243 negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Applicable accessory: Headphones Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead. By ensuring these 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 of the battery. 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. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at endof-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Notice for the customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in the countries applying EU directives This product has been manufactured by or on behalf of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. Inquiries related to product compliance based on European Union legislation shall be addressed to the authorized representative, Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters, please refer to the addresses provided in the separate service or guarantee documents. To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. 244 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Search Print Back to Top Listening for a Lifetime Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it's time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer, the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) ® and the American Speech- Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level; a level that lets the sound come through clearly without annoying blaring or distortion and, most importantly, without damaging your sensitive hearing. Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts. Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics TO ESTABLISH A SAFE LEVEL Set your volume control to the lowest level where you can hear the music comfortably and clearly. Prolonged exposure to anything over 85 decibels can cause gradual hearing loss. Once you have established a sound level where you can hear the audio comfortably, clearly and without distortion, set the dial and leave it there. See if your music player has a volume limiter that allows you to set a safe listening level by establishing a maximum volume level on your player. This is a great solution for parents to ensure their children listen at a safe level. Limit listening time to give your hearing “quiet breaks.” BE SURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES WHEN WEARING YOUR HEADPHONES OR EARBUDS Do not turn up the volume so high that you can't hear sounds around you. Do not use headphones or earbuds while operating a motorized vehicle; it may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas. Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide years of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer, CEA and ASHA recommend that you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. The following list of sound levels is included for your information so that you can better protect your hearing. DECIBEL LEVEL EXAMPLES: 30 Whisper 40 Quiet room 50 Moderate rainfall 60 Normal conversation 70 Busy traffic, vacuum cleaner 245 80 Alarm clock CONSTANT EXPOSURE TO THESE NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS: 90 Lawn mower, motorcycle 100 Chain saw 110 Rock concert 120 Jet plane takeoff 130 Jackhammer 140 Firecrackers This information courtesy of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), the national professional, scientific and credentialing association for more than 135,000 audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and speech, language and hearing scientists. For information on protection against noise-induced hearing loss, call the ASHA Action Center (800-638-8255), Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. To find an audiologist in your area, visit www.asha.org/findpro. Parents can find helpful information about how to protect their children's hearing and how to teach them about safe listening at www.listentoyourbuds.org, an ASHA award-winning public education campaign sponsored in part by CEA. A safety tip from the Consumer Electronics Association, 1919 South Eads Street, Arlington, VA 22202 and the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2200 Research Boulevard, Rockville, MD 20850. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 246 IC Recorder Search ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Print Back to Top Trademarks Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows Media are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Mac OS is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the USA and other countries. Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. microSD and microSDHC logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. Menu Computer Software Specifications “Memory Stick Micro,” “M2” and are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Announcements Troubleshooting “MagicGate” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. List of Topics Nuance, the Nuance logo, Dragon, Dragon NaturallySpeaking, and RealSpeak are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Nuance Communications Inc., and/or its affiliates in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Furthermore, “™” and “®” are not mentioned in each case in this Help Guide. 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. The “Sound Organizer” uses software modules as shown below: Windows Media Format Runtime Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 247 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting Search Print Back to Top 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. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY CORPORATION BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS HELP GUIDE, THE SOFTWARE OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this Help Guide or the information contained herein at any time without notice. The software described herein may also be governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement. This software is for Windows and cannot be used for Mac. The supplied connection support cable is for the IC recorder ICDSX733/SX734/SX1000. You cannot connect other IC recorders. Display windows in this Help Guide may differ from what are actually displayed on your IC recorder depending on the area you purchased the IC recorder and the settings you have made. List of Topics What you record is for personal enjoyment and use only. Copyright laws prohibit other forms of use without the permission of the copyright holders. The use of media and Memory Stick™ media for recording copyright-protected graphics or other data is limited to the restrictions specified under applicable copyright laws. Any use beyond those restriction is prohibited. This product supports “Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™) ” media. “M2™” is an abbreviated form of “Memory Stick Micro™.” Hereinafter, “M2™” is used in this Help Guide. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 248 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Search Print Back to Top License Notes on the License This IC 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 IC recorder. Establish a Mass Storage connection between the IC recorder and a computer to read licenses in the “LICENSE” folder. On GNU GPL/LGPL applied software The software that is eligible for the following GNU General Public License (hereinafter referred to as “GPL”) or GNU Lesser General Public License (hereinafter referred to as “LGPL”) are included in the IC recorder. This informs you that you have a right to have access to, modify, and redistribute source code for these software programs under the conditions of the supplied GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. Licenses (in English) are recorded in the internal memory of your IC recorder. Establish a Mass Storage connection between the IC recorder and a computer to read licenses in the “LICENSE” folder. Go to Page Top Notes on use 249 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Software Search Print Back to Top Customer support websites 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 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.com/support Note that recorded files may be deleted during service or repair work. Go to Page Top Specifications Announcements Troubleshooting List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 250 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Troubleshooting Before taking the IC recorder for repair, check it as follows. Check the items listed in “Troubleshooting.” Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics Charge the battery. Some problems may be solved when the battery is charged. Check the Sound Organizer help. For details on the operation of Sound Organizer, refer to the Sound Organizer help. Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer. 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 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.com/support Note that recorded files may be deleted during service or repair work. Go to Page Top Related Topic Customer support websites Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 251 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Resetting the IC recorder How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics When a problem persists after you check any corrective actions listed in the “Troubleshooting” topics, you may solve the problem by resetting the IC recorder. Press the RESET button with a small pin, etc. If you press the RESET button while operating the IC recorder, stored data and settings may be deleted. Before resetting, make sure that the access lamp ( ) and the recording lamp ( ) are not lit. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 252 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Search Print Back to Top The recorded file is noisy and is hard to understand. Noise from the recording environment other than the human voice is recorded. If you set “Noise Cut” in the menu to “Auto,” “Maximum,” or “Medium,” the IC recorder reduces the extraneous noise, such as mechanical noise from projectors or air-conditioners. This function reduces noise in the entire bandwidth, therefore the IC recorder is able to play back the human voice clearly. Go to Page Top Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 253 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top The recorded file is noisy and you want to record with less noise in your recording. How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) If you set “LCF(LowCut)” in the menu to “ON” before recording, you can record a file with less noise from the recording environment. Furthermore, you can use the Scene Select function, which allows you to change various recording settings (REC Mode, Built-in Mic Setting, etc.) to the recommended settings in one batch process to suit the situation in which you are recording. Go to Page Top Messages System limitations List of Topics Related Topic Reducing noise when recording (LCF(Low Cut)) Selecting a recording scene for each situation Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 254 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Search Print Back to Top A rustling noise is recorded. A rustling noise may be recorded if the IC recorder is rubbed by your hand or clothing while you are recording. If possible, please do not touch the IC recorder until you finish recording. Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 255 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Search Print Back to Top A buzzing or humming noise is recorded. A buzzing or humming noise may be recorded if the 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 equipment when recording. Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 256 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Noise is recorded when you record a file using an external microphone (not supplied). How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations The plug of the connected external microphone is dirty. Clean the plug. Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 257 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Noise is heard when you listen to the file using headphones. How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations The plug of the connected headphones is dirty. Clean the plug. Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 258 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Noise is heard in the playback even though the noise cut function is active. How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages When playing back files using the built-in speaker, the noise cut function does not work. When the noise cut function is set to “Auto,” the IC recorder adjusts the noise cut level automatically. When you play a file recorded with the Scene Select function set to “Auto Voice Rec,” “Meeting,” “Lecture,” “Voice Notes,” or “Interview,” the noise cut function will switch to “Medium” automatically. Go to Page Top System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 259 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Search Print Back to Top The IC recorder cannot be turned on. The IC recorder does not operate, even if you press any button. The battery is weak. The power of the IC recorder is off. Slide and hold the POWER ON/OFF•HOLD switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” until the window display appears. The power is turned on. The HOLD function is activated. Slide the POWER ON/OFF•HOLD switch in the center direction. Messages Go to Page Top System limitations List of Topics Related Topic Turning the power on Parts and controls Releasing the HOLD function Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 260 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Print Back to Top The IC recorder cannot be turned off. Slide and hold the POWER ON/OFF•HOLD switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” until “Power Off” animation is displayed when the IC recorder is stopped. The power is turned off. Go to Page Top IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Search Related Topic Turning the power off Parts and controls Go to Page Top Notes on use 261 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Search Print Back to Top 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. (The length of time before auto power off is set to “10min” when you purchase the IC recorder.) You can select the length of time before auto power off takes effect in the menu. Sleep Timer is set. Software operations (Sound Organizer) Go to Page Top Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Related Topic Setting the time period for the IC recorder to turn off (Auto Power Off) Go to Page Top Notes on use 262 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics Search Print Back to Top The battery life is short. The battery life listed in this Help Guide is based on playback with the volume level set to 27. The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the IC recorder. Even if you do not use the IC recorder, the battery is consumed slightly. 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. Moreover, if you set “Auto Power Off” to a short span in the menu, you can prevent the battery from being consumed due to forgetting to turn the IC recorder off. The battery indicator is displayed only for a short time, however, the rechargeable battery is not charged completely. It takes about 4 hours to fully charge an exhausted battery. The IC recorder has not been used for a certain time. Charge and discharge the rechargeable battery using the IC recorder several times. You are using the rechargeable battery in an environment with a temperature of under 5 °C (41 ºF). Battery life becomes shorter as a result of the battery characteristics. This is not a malfunction. The rechargeable battery has deteriorated. The rechargeable battery can be charged about 1,000 times (this depends on the environment where the IC recorder is used). If the length of time that the IC recorder can be used approximates only half of the normal time, even after the rechargeable battery is fully charged, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Go to Page Top Related Topic Turning the power off Setting the time period for the IC recorder to turn off (Auto Power Off) Battery life Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 263 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top You cannot charge the battery by connecting the IC recorder to your computer. How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) When you connect the IC recorder to a computer which is not running, the battery will not be charged. Even if the computer is on, and the computer is in a mode of reduced operation (standby or sleep), you cannot charge the battery. Disconnect the IC recorder from your computer and reconnect it. Operation is not guaranteed if you use any system requirements other than those described in this Help Guide. Go to Page Top Messages System limitations Related Topic List of Topics Design and specifications System requirements Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 264 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top The charging indicator is not displayed or disappears in the middle of charging. How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation The USB connector of the IC recorder is not connected properly. While playing back files using the built-in speaker, you cannot charge the battery. The rechargeable battery performance has deteriorated. If you do not intend to use the IC recorder for a long period of time, you may not be able to enjoy the same performance as the original battery performance. If you charge and discharge the battery power repeatedly, the battery may recover its ability to take and hold a charge. If the rechargeable battery does not recover its ability, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Go to Page Top Notes on use 265 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top “COLD” or “HOT” is flashing instead of the battery indicator. How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations “ ” or “ ” flashes when the environmental temperature is out of the range for charging. Charge the battery in an environment with a temperature of 5 °C - 35 °C (41 °F - 95 °F). Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 266 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top The IC recorder does not operate correctly. You may have formatted the memory of the IC recorder using the computer. Use the IC recorder formatting function to format the memory. Troubleshooting Go to Page Top IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations Related Topic Formatting the memory (Format) Go to Page Top List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 267 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top The recording lamp and the access lamp do not light. “LED” is set to “OFF.” Display the menu and set “LED” to “ON.” Troubleshooting Go to Page Top IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations Related Topic Turning the recording lamp/the access lamp on or off (LED) Go to Page Top List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 268 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Search Print Back to Top 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). Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 269 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top Recording is interrupted. The VOR function is activated. When you are not using the VOR function, set “VOR” to “OFF” in the menu. Troubleshooting Go to Page Top IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations Related Topic Starting to record automatically in response to sound – the VOR function Go to Page Top List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 270 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top The VOR function does not work. During manual recording or synchronized recording, the VOR function does not work. Troubleshooting Go to Page Top IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations Related Topic Starting to record automatically in response to sound – the VOR function Go to Page Top List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 271 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top When recording from other equipment, the input level is too strong or not strong enough. How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations Connect the headphone jack of other equipment to the (microphone) jack of the IC recorder and adjust the volume level on the piece of equipment connected to the IC recorder. If you use an audio connecting cable with high resistance, the input level becomes low during recording. Use an audio connecting cable without resistance. The sensitivity setting is set to “ High,” “ Medium,” or “ Low” or “ Low(Music).” Set it to “ High(Music).” When the sensitivity setting is set to “Manual,” adjust the recording level manually. Go to Page Top List of Topics Related Topic Switching the directionality of the built-in microphones Recording sound manually Selecting the input mode and the input sensitivity of an external device (Ext. Input Setting) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 272 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top The input sound is distorted. The sound source has parts that are too loud. Set “LIMITER” to “ON” in the menu. Troubleshooting Go to Page Top IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations Related Topic Adjusting the input level of loud sound automatically (LIMITER) Go to Page Top List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 273 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top You cannot add a recording or an overwrite recording. How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations “Add/Overwrite” is set to “OFF” in the menu. Set “Add/Overwrite” to “Add” or “Overwrite.” The remaining memory capacity is insufficient. The overwritten part will be deleted after the overwriting part finishes recording. Therefore, you can only overwrite within the remaining recording time. You cannot add a segment or overwrite a part of a file which was not recorded using the IC recorder. You cannot add a segment or overwrite a part of a file in a folder in the playback-only area ( tab and the tab). You cannot add a segment to or overwrite a protected file. List of Topics Go to Page Top Related Topic Adding a new segment to a previously recorded file Adding an overwrite recording during playback Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 274 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Search Print Back to Top The playback volume is low. The built-in speaker is mainly for monitoring, and the playback volume is low. Use the supplied headphones. If it is difficult to hear small sound of a recorded file, set “V-UP” to “Maximum” or “Medium.” Playback sound may become more audible. IC recorder operations Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 275 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top The playback sound becomes loud unexpectedly. The “V-UP” setting in the menu is set to “Maximum” or “Medium.” Set it to “OFF.” Troubleshooting Go to Page Top IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations Related Topic Adjusting the playback sound by amplifying inaudible sound – the digital voice up function Go to Page Top List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 276 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top No sound comes from the speaker. Headphones are plugged in. Troubleshooting Go to Page Top IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages Related Topic Listening with better sound quality Go to Page Top System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 277 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Sound comes from the speaker even when the headphones are plugged in. How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations 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. Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 278 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Sound effect does not change even when the “Effect” setting is changed. How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations When you are using the built-in speaker, the effect function is invalid. When the “Noise Cut” in the menu is set to “Auto,” “Maximum,” or “Medium,” the effect function does not work. Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Related Topic Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer – the noise cut function Go to Page Top Notes on use 279 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Search Print Back to Top Playback speed is too fast or too slow. The DPC (SPEED)/KEY CTRL switch has been set to “ON,” and you have changed the playback speed using or . Slide the DPC (SPEED)/KEY CTRL switch to “OFF,” or change the playback speed to normal using or . IC recorder operations Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Related Topic Adjusting the playback speed and tones – the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) and the key control function Go to Page Top Notes on use 280 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Playback sound is not good when a music file is played back. How to Use Troubleshooting When you play back a music file with “Noise Cut” in the menu is set to “Auto,” “Maximum,” or “Medium,” playback sound may be deteriorated. Set “Noise Cut” to “OFF.” IC recorder operations Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Related Topic Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer – the noise cut function Go to Page Top Notes on use 281 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top You cannot divide a file. How to Use You need a certain amount of free space in the memory to divide a file. Troubleshooting 199 files have been recorded in the selected folder ( ). Erase some of the files or erase all the files after you store them on the other IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations memory media or on your computer. 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 using the IC recorder (e.g., a file transferred from a computer). You cannot divide a protected file. To divide the file, release the protection first. You cannot divide music files or podcast files. Go to Page Top List of Topics Related Topic Erasing a file Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 282 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Search Print Back to Top You cannot move a file. You cannot move a (Podcast) file. You cannot move a protected file. You cannot move a file to a memory card. Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 283 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Search Print Back to Top You cannot copy a file to another memory. You cannot copy a (Podcast) file to another memory. Go to Page Top IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 284 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Search Print Back to Top “--:--” is displayed. You have not set the clock. Troubleshooting Go to Page Top IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations Related Topic Setting the clock Setting the clock using the menu Go to Page Top List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 285 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top The recording date of a file appears as “--y--m--d” or “--:--.” How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations The date of recording will not be displayed if you recorded the file when the clock was not set. Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 286 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top There are fewer menu items displayed in the menu mode. How to Use Troubleshooting During playback, recording, or transcription playback mode, there are menu items that are not displayed. IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations Go to Page Top Related Topic Menu list Go to Page Top List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 287 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top The remaining time displayed in the display window is shorter than that displayed on the computer. How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations The IC recorder requires a certain amount of memory for system operation. That amount is subtracted from the remaining time, which is the reason for the difference. Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 288 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top The “Memory Full” animation is displayed and you cannot start recording. How to Use Troubleshooting The memory is full. Erase some of the files or erase all the files after you store them on the other memory media or on your computer. IC recorder operations Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Related Topic Erasing a file Go to Page Top Notes on use 289 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top The “File Full” animation is displayed and you cannot operate the IC recorder. How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations 199 files have been recorded in the selected folder ( ) or 4,074 files (when there are 21 folders) in total have been recorded. Therefore you cannot record another file, or move a file. Erase some of the files or erase all the files after you store them on the other memory media or on your computer. Software operations (Sound Organizer) Go to Page Top Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Related Topic Erasing a file Go to Page Top Notes on use 290 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Print Back to Top The memory card is not recognized. Remove a memory card and check the side of the memory card. Then insert it with correct side and direction. Switch the memory media of the IC recorder to “Memory Card.” IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Search Go to Page Top Related Topic Inserting a memory card Selecting the memory Go to Page Top Notes on use 291 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Even after you change a menu setting, the change is not applied to the menu. How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations If the menu setting is changed using “IC Recorder Setting” of the Sound Organizer software with the exhausted battery, the menu setting may not function. Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 292 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top A character in a folder or file name is displayed in unreadable characters. How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations The IC recorder cannot support or display some special characters and symbols that are entered on a computer using Windows Explorer or the Mac Finder. Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 293 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Search Print Back to Top 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. Go to Page Top IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 294 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations Search Print Back to Top 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. Do not use a USB hub or USB extension cable other than supplied USB connection support cable. Connect the IC recorder directly to your computer or use the supplied USB connection support cable. Operation is not guaranteed if you use any system requirements other than those described in this Help Guide. Depending on the USB port position, the IC recorder may not be recognized. If this happens, try another port. Go to Page Top List of Topics Related Topic System requirements System requirements for using Sound Organizer Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 295 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top The file transferred from your computer is not displayed or cannot be played back. How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) The IC recorder can recognize up to 8 levels of folders transferred to the IC recorder. The file format may differ from those that can be played back using the IC recorder (LPCM(.wav) / MP3(.mp3) / WMA(.wma) / AAC-LC(.m4a)). Check the compatible file formats. Go to Page Top Messages System limitations List of Topics Related Topic Design and specifications Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 296 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Search Print Back to Top The computer cannot start. If you start the computer with the IC recorder connected to the computer, the computer may freeze or may not start properly. Disconnect the IC recorder from the computer and reboot the computer again. Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 297 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages Print Back to Top The Sound Organizer software cannot be installed. The free disk or memory space on the computer is too small. Check the hard disk and memory space. You are trying to install the software into the computer with the operating system that the Sound Organizer software does not support. Install the software into the computer with the supported operating system. In Windows XP, you have logged on using a user name belonging to a user account with limitations. Or in Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8, you have logged on using a guest account. Make sure to log on using a user name with computer administrator privileges. Go to Page Top System limitations List of Topics Search Related Topic System requirements for using Sound Organizer Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 298 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations Search Print Back to Top The IC recorder cannot be properly connected. Check that the installation of the software has been successful. Also check the connection as follows: When using an external USB hub, connect the IC recorder directly to the computer or use the supplied USB connection support cable. Disconnect and then connect the IC recorder. Connect the IC recorder to another USB port. Your computer may be in the system standby/hibernate mode. Do not let your computer enter into the system standby/hibernate mode while being connected to the IC recorder. Save a backup copy of all of the data stored on the built-in memory or the memory card, and then format the built-in memory or the memory card using the formatting function in the menu. List of Topics Go to Page Top Related Topic Formatting the memory (Format) Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 299 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Playback sound from the computer is low./No sound is emitted from the computer. How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations No sound board is installed. No speaker is built-in or connected to the computer. The volume of the sound is turned down. Turn up the volume on the computer. (Refer to the instruction manual of the computer.) The volume of WAV files can be changed and saved using the “Increase Volume” feature of the Microsoft Sound Recorder. Go to Page Top List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 300 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Search Print Back to Top Stored files cannot be played back or edited. You cannot play back files whose file format the Sound Organizer software does not support. Depending on the file format, you cannot use part of editorial features of the software. Refer to the help files of the Sound Organizer software. Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 301 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top The counter or slider moves incorrectly, or noise is heard. How to Use Troubleshooting This happens when you play back files that you divided. Store a file on your computer first (*), and then add it to the IC recorder. * Select the saving file format that suits the IC recorder you use. IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Go to Page Top Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 302 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Search Print Back to Top Operation is slow when there are many files. When the total number of files increases, the operation becomes slower, regardless of the length of the recording time. Go to Page Top IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 303 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top Display does not work during saving, adding, or deleting of files. How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations It takes a longer time to copy or delete long files. Wait until the copying is finished. After completing operations, the display works normally. Go to Page Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 304 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Print Back to Top The software ‘hangs’ when the Sound Organizer software starts up. How to Use Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Do not disconnect the IC recorder while the computer is communicating with the IC recorder. Otherwise the computer operations become unstable or the data inside the IC recorder may be damaged. There may be conflict between the software and other driver or application. Go to Page Top Messages System limitations List of Topics 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 305 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide Search Messages list How to Use Follow the instructions below if a message appears on the display. Troubleshooting HOLD. Slide HOLD Switch to Activate. IC recorder operations Print Back to Top All the button operations are disabled because the IC recorder is in the HOLD status to prevent unintentional operations. Slide the POWER ON/OFF•HOLD switch towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status. (See “Releasing the HOLD function.”) Software operations (Sound Organizer) Low Battery Level Messages You cannot format the memory or erase all the files in a folder because of System limitations insufficient battery power. Charge the rechargeable battery. (See “Recharging the battery.”) Charge Battery List of Topics The battery is exhausted. Charge the rechargeable battery. (See “Recharging the battery.”) Low Battery to Update The software update cannot be done because of the insufficient battery power. Charge the rechargeable battery. (See “Recharging the battery.”) Memory Card Error An error occurred while a memory card was being inserted into the memory card slot. Remove and try inserting it again. If this message persists, use a new memory card. Memory Card Not Supported A memory card that the IC recorder does not support is inserted. (See “About compatible memory cards.”) Memory Card Locked The memory card is write-protected. A write-protected memory card cannot be used with the IC recorder. Read Only Memory Card A read-only memory card is inserted. A read-only memory card cannot be used with the IC recorder. Memory Card Access Denied Since a memory card containing an access control function is inserted, you cannot use it. Memory Full The remaining memory capacity of the IC recorder is insufficient so that you cannot record or copy a file. Erase some files before recording. (See “Erasing a file.”) 306 File Full When there are already the maximum number of files in the selected folder or the total number of files stored on the IC recorder has exceeded the maximum, you cannot record a new file. Erase some files before recording. (See “Erasing a file.”) Settings are Full You can set up to 30 alarms. Cancel unwanted alarms. When you operate “Change Folder Name” function in the menu, there are 10 folders with the same folder name as the folder you selected. Please choose a different folder name from the templates. Track Marks are Full You can set up to 98 track marks for a file. Cancel unwanted track marks. (See “Erasing a track mark.”) File Damaged You cannot play back or edit files, because the data of the selected file is damaged. Built-In Memory Needs to be Formatted / Memory Card Needs to be Formatted The IC recorder cannot be turned on using the computer because there is no copy of the control file required for operation. Format the built-in memory or the memory card using the formatting function in the menu of the IC recorder. Do not use your computer to format the built-in memory or the memory card. (See “Formatting the memory (Format).”) Process Error Save a backup copy of your data and format the built-in memory or the memory card using the menu of the IC recorder. (See “Formatting the memory (Format).”) If a problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Stop and Reinsert Memory Card A memory card was inserted during recording or playback. Remove the memory card and insert it while the IC recorder is in the stop mode. 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. No Setting If you have not set the alarm, the alarm list will not be displayed. Make the alarm setting for “New.” (See “Playing back a file at a desired time with an alarm.”) File Protected The selected file is protected or is a “Read only” file. You cannot erase it. Cancel 307 the protection on the IC recorder or cancel “Read only” on your computer to edit the file using the IC recorder. (See “Protecting a file.”) Already Set The selected file has already been set for alarm playback. Select the other file. You set the alarm to play back a file at a date and time previously set on another file. Change the alarm setting. Past Date/Time You set the alarm when the time has already passed. Check it and set the appropriate date and time. (See “Playing back a file at a desired time with an alarm.”) Unknown Data This data is not in a file format that is supported by the IC recorder. The IC recorder supports LPCM(.wav)/MP3 (.mp3)/WMA(.wma)/AAC-LC(.m4a) files. (See “Design and specifications.”) You cannot play back copyright protected files. Set Add/Overwrite “Add/Overwrite” in the menu is set to “OFF.” You cannot add a recording or an overwrite recording. (See “Adding a new segment to a previously recorded file” and “Adding an overwrite recording during playback.”) Invalid Operation You cannot divide or set a track mark in files in the folder in the playback-only tab and the tab). area (the When a memory card has a bad block on it, the card cannot be written to. Prepare a new memory card to replace the current one. The file name has reached the maximum number of characters; you cannot divide the file. Shorten the file name. The “Divide All Track Marks” function cannot be used because there is a track mark within 0.5 seconds from the dividing position. The “Divide All Track Marks” function cannot be used because there is a track mark within 0.5 seconds from the beginning of a file or the end of a file. The file length is less than 1 second; you cannot divide such a short file. The “Divide Current Position” function cannot be used at a position within 0.5 seconds from the beginning of a file or the end of a file. New File The file being recorded has reached the maximum size limit (2 GB for an LPCM file, and 1 GB for an MP3 file). The file will be divided automatically and recording will continue as a new file. Invalid when Noise Cut is ON When “Noise Cut” in the menu is set to “Auto,” “Maximum,” or “Medium,” the effect function does not work. Set “Noise Cut” to “OFF.” (See “Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer – the noise cut function.”) Change Folder 308 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. Cannot Divide - Exceeds Max 199 Files in Folder When there are already 199 files in the selected folder or the total number of files stored on the IC recorder exceeds the maximum, you cannot divide a file. Erase some files before dividing a file. (See “Erasing a file.”) Same File Name Exists A file of the same file name already exists in the folder, so a file cannot be created or renamed. Erased Track Marks too near Divide Point When there is a track mark set within 0.5 seconds from the dividing position, the track mark is automatically erased. No operation with Memory Card You cannot set an alarm in a file stored on a memory card. Switch the memory media of the IC recorder to “Built-In Memory.” (See “Selecting the memory.”) Check The Volume Level The volume of the playback sound exceeds the specified volume level. Adjust the volume to a moderate level. Turn off Scene Select When the Scene Select function is set to a value other than “Scene Select Off,” “REC Mode,” “Sensitivity setting” for “Built-in Mic Setting” or “Ext. Input Setting,” “LCF(Low Cut),” “LIMITER” and “VOR” cannot be set. (See “Selecting a recording scene for each situation.”) System Error A system error other than the above has occurred. Press the RESET button to restart the IC recorder. If the problem still persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. Continue REC in Other Memory When “Cross-Memory REC” in the menu is enabled and the memory media currently being used becomes full during recording, the IC recorder switches to the other memory media and continues recording. (See “Recording across memory media – cross-memory recording.”) No Memory Card There is no memory card inserted into the memory card slot when you attempt to set the “Select Memory,” “File Copy,” or “Cross-Memory REC” menus. Manual Setting Only “Sensitivity setting” for “Built-in Mic Setting” or “Ext. Input Setting” is not set to “Manual.” The LIMITER function does not work. (See “Adjusting the input level of loud sound automatically (LIMITER).”) Invalid in Manual Setting “Sensitivity setting” for “Built-in Mic Setting” or “Ext. Input Setting” is set to “Manual.” The VOR function does not work. (See “Starting to record automatically in response to sound – the VOR function.”) Go to Page Top 309 IC Recorder ICD-SX733/SX734/SX1000 Back Help Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Search Print Back to Top System limitations There are some system limitations of the IC recorder. Troubles as mentioned below are not malfunctions of the IC recorder. You cannot record files up to the maximum recording time. IC recorder operations If you record files in a mixture of the recording modes, the recordable time varies from the maximum recording time of the highest recording mode to Software operations (Sound Organizer) those of the lowest recording mode. Messages System limitations List of Topics The sum of the number on the counter (elapsed recording time) and the remaining recording time may be less than the IC recorder's maximum recording time. You cannot display or play back music files in order. If you have transferred music files using your computer, 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. A file is divided automatically. The file being recorded has reached the maximum size limit (2 GB for an LPCM file, and 1 GB for an MP3 file). Therefore it is automatically divided. You cannot enter lowercase characters. Depending on the combination of the characters used for the folder name that was made on your computer, those characters may change to all capitals. Unreadable characters or “ name, or file name. ” are displayed in a folder name, title, artist A character which cannot be displayed on the IC recorder has been used. The IC recorder cannot support or display some special characters and symbols that are entered on a computer using Windows Explorer or the Mac Finder. When you set A-B repeat playback, the set positions move a little. Depending on the files, the set positions may move. The remaining recording time becomes shorter when you divide a file. You need a certain amount of free space for a file management area to divide a file, therefore the remaining recording time will be shortened. Go to Page Top 4-447-269-14(1) © 2013 Sony Corporation Notes on use 310
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