Sony ICD UX300 UX200/UX300 User Manual Operating Instructions ICDUX300

User Manual: Sony ICD-UX300 Operating Instructions

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© 2009 Sony Corporation
IC Recorder
Operating Instructions
Printed in China
ICD-UX200/UX300
Getting Started
Basic Operations
Other Recording Operations
Other Playback Operations
Editing Messages
About the Menu Function
Utilizing Your Computer
Additional Information
Troubleshooting
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Owner's Record
The model number is located at the rear panel and the
serial number is located inside the battery
compartment. Record these numbers in the space
provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever
you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Model No. __________________________________
Serial No. __________________________________
FOR UNITED STATES
CUSTOMERS. NOT APPLICABLE
IN CANADA, INCLUDING IN THE
PROVINCE OF QUEBEC.
POUR LES CONSOMMATEURS
AUX ÉTATS-UNIS. NON
APPLICABLE AU CANADA, Y
COMPRIS LA PROVINCE DE
QUÉBEC.
For the customers in the United
States
The following FCC statement applies only to the
version of this model manufactured for sale in the
USA. Other versions may not comply with FCC
technical regulations.
INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
not expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
If you have any questions about this product, you may
call: Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-
800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/
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Notice for the customers in
Canada
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
For the customers in the USA
and Canada
RECYCLING NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE
BATTERIES
Nickel metal hydride batteries are
recyclable.
You can help preserve our
environment by returning your used
rechargeable batteries to the
collection and recycling location
nearest you.
For more information regarding recycling of
rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837,
or visit http://www.rbrc.org/.
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking nickel
metal hydride batteries.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name : SONY
Model : ICD-UX200/UX300
Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc.
Address : 16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127 USA
Telephone Number : 858-942-2230
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
• The recorded music is limited to private use only.
Use of the music beyond this limit requires
permission of the copyright holders.
• Sony is not responsible for incomplete recording/
downloading or damaged data due to problems of
the IC recorder or computer.
• Depending on the types of the text and characters,
the text shown on the IC recorder may not be
displayed properly on device. This is due to:
– The capacity of the connected IC recorder.
– The IC recorder is not functioning normally.
– Content information is written in the language
or the character that is not supported by the IC
recorder.
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Table of Contents
Getting Started
Step 1: Checking the Contents of the
Package .....................................................7
Index to parts and controls ...................8
Step 2: Recharging the Battery .................9
When to charge/replace the battery ....11
Step 3: Turning the IC Recorder On .......12
Turning the power on .........................12
Turning the power off .........................12
Step 4: Setting the Clock ........................13
Setting the clock after recharging the
battery .................................................13
Setting the clock using the menu ........13
Step 5: Setting the Language to Be Used
in the Display Window ...........................15
Preventing Accidental Operation
(HOLD) ...................................................17
Locking the buttons ............................17
Unlocking the buttons .........................17
Basic Operations
Recording .......................................18
Listening .........................................22
Erasing ............................................26
Other Recording Operations
Changing the Recording Settings ............28
Selecting the recording mode .............28
Setting the microphone sensitivity ......29
Cutting out low frequency
– the LCF function ..............................31
Starting to record automatically in
response to sound
– the VOR function .............................32
Operating during Recording ....................34
Monitoring the recording ....................34
Dividing a message during
recording .............................................34
Recording via Other Devices ..................36
Recording with an external
microphone .........................................36
Recording from other equipment ........37
Other Playback Operations
Changing the Playback Method ..............42
Convenient playback methods ............42
Adjusting the playback speed
– the DPC function .............................43
Changing the Playback Settings ..............45
Selecting the playback mode ..............45
Making the human voice clearer
– the noise cut function .......................47
Selecting the sound effect ...................48
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Playing Back a Message at a Desired
Time with an Alarm ................................50
Playback via Other Devices ....................53
Recording with other equipment ........53
Editing Messages
Erasing All Messages in a Folder ...........54
Moving a Message to a Different
Folder ......................................................55
Dividing a Message into Two .................57
About the Menu Function
Making Settings for the Menu ................59
Menu Settings .........................................60
Utilizing Your Computer
Using the IC Recorder with Your
Computer ................................................70
System requirements for your
computer .............................................70
Connecting the IC recorder to your
computer .............................................71
Construction of folders and files ........72
Copying Messages from the IC
Recorder to Your Computer to
Save Them ..............................................74
Copying Music Files from Your
Computer to the IC Recorder and
Playing Them Back .................................75
Copying a music file from your
computer to the IC recorder
(drag and drop) ...................................75
Enjoying the music files more ............77
Using the IC Recorder as USB Memory
– Data Storage Function ..........................78
Using Voice Recognition Software .........79
Introducing the voice recognition
software ...............................................79
Creating a user file adapted to your
recorded speech (Training) .................79
Disconnecting the IC Recorder from Your
Computer .................................................81
Additional Information
Using a USB AC Adaptor
(not supplied) ..........................................82
Disconnecting the IC recorder from
the AC outlet .......................................83
Precautions ..............................................84
Specifications ..........................................86
System requirements ...........................86
Design and specifications ...................87
Battery life ..........................................90
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ......................................92
Error Messages ........................................98
System Limitations ...............................101
Display Window Guide .........................102
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Index .....................................................105
Trademarks ...........................................108
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Getting Started
Getting Started
Step 1: Checking the Contents of the
Package
IC Recorder (1)
Remove the film on the display window
before you use the IC recorder.
NH-AAA (size AAA) rechargeable
battery (1)
Stereo headphones (1)
USB connection support cable (1)
If the IC recorder cannot be connected to a
computer directly, use the supplied USB
connection support cable.
Battery case (1)
Operating Instructions
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
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Index to parts and controls
Front
AOperation indicator
BBuilt-in microphones (stereo)
CDisplay window
DxSTOP button
EzREC (record)/PAUSE button
FControl button (v, V / . (review/fast
backward), > (cue/fast forward))
GN(play)/ENT (enter) button*
H (folder) button
IMENU button
Jm(microphone) jack*
Ki(headphone) jack
LERASE button
MVOL (volume) +*/– button
N(repeat) A-B button
ODIVIDE button
Rear
PStrap hole (A strap is not supplied.)
QSpeaker
RUSB slide lever
SHOLD/POWER switch
TDPC (SPEED CTRL) switch
UBattery compartment
* These buttons and the jack have a tactile dot.
Use it as a reference point for operations, or
to identify each terminal.
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Getting Started
Step 2: Recharging the Battery
Remove the film on the display window
before you use the IC recorder.
Connect the IC recorder to a running
computer, and charge the battery until the
battery indicator indicates “ .”
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
displayed.
It takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes to
fully charge exhausted battery.*1
You can also charge the battery by using an
AC-U50AD USB AC adaptor (not
supplied), etc.
1Insert a rechargeable battery.
Slide and lift the battery compartment
lid, insert one NH-AAA rechargeable
battery with correct polarity, and close
the lid.
2Insert the USB connector of the IC
recorder into the USB port of a
computer.
Slide the USB lever on the back of the IC
recorder in the direction of the arrow,
and insert the USB connector into the
USB port of a running computer.*2
Computer
IC recorder
To USB port
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While the battery is charging,
“Connecting” and the battery indicator
are displayed in an animation.
3Disconnect 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.
1Perform the following operation on
your computer.
On the Windows screen, left-click the
icon at the bottom of the desktop of
the computer.
t Left-click “Safely remove USB
Mass Storage Device.”
The icon can be different on different
operating systems.
On the Macintosh screen, drag the
“IC RECORDER” on the desktop to
“Trash” and drop it there.
For details on disconnecting the IC
recorder from your computer, refer to
the operating instructions supplied
with your computer.
2Make sure that the display of the IC
recorder turns off.
3Disconnect the IC recorder from the
USB port of the computer, and slide
the USB lever in the direction of the
arrow to retract the USB connector.
*1This 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.
*2If the IC recorder cannot be connected to a
computer directly, use the supplied USB
connection support cable.
Battery indicator
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Getting Started
PNote
If the battery indicator is not displayed in an
animation, charging has not been done
properly. See “Troubleshooting” on page 95.
When using a fully charged
battery or an LR03 (size AAA)
alkaline battery
Follow the step 1.
zTips
• Do not use manganese battery for this IC
recorder.
• When replacing the battery, messages
recorded or alarm settings are not erased
even when you remove the battery.
• When replacing the battery, the clock
continues moving for about 3 minutes after
you remove the battery.
When to charge/replace the
battery
The battery indicator on the display shows
the battery condition.
Battery remain indication
: Charge the rechargeable battery or
replace the old battery with a new
one.
m
: “Low Battery” appears and the IC
recorder will stop operation.
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Step 3: Turning the IC Recorder On
Turning the power on
Slide the HOLD/POWER switch in the
direction of “POWER” for more than 1
second. The IC recorder is turned on, and
“Accessing...” is displayed.
Turning the power off
Slide the HOLD/POWER switch in the
direction of “POWER” for more than 2
seconds, and “Power Off” is displayed.
zTips
• When you are not going to use the IC
recorder for a long time, we recommend to
turn off the IC recorder.
• When 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 in the menu
(page 68).
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Getting Started
Step 4: Setting the Clock
You need to set the clock to use the alarm
function or record the date and time.
Clock setting display appears when you
insert battery for the first time, or when you
insert a battery after the IC recorder has
been without battery for more than 3
minutes, “Set Date&Time” appears, and
then the year section flashes in the display
window.
Setting the clock after
recharging the battery
1Press v or V on the control button to set
the year, month, day, hour, and minute in
sequence, and then press N/ENT.
2Press xSTOP to return to the stop mode
display.
Setting the clock using the
menu
While the IC recorder is in the stop mode,
you can set the clock using the menu.
1Select “Date&Time” in the menu.
1Press MENU to enter the menu mode.
xSTOP
N/ENT
MENU
v, V
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The menu mode window will be
displayed.
2Press v or V on the control button to
select “Detail Menu,” and then press
N/ENT.
3Press v or V on the control button to
select “Date&Time,” and then press
N/ENT.
2Press v or V on the control button to
select “09y1m1d,” and then press N/
ENT.
3Press v or V on the control button to set
the year, month, day, hour, and minute in
sequence, and then press N/ENT.
4Press xSTOP to return to the stop mode
display.
PNote
If you do not press N/ENT within 1 minute
of entering the clock setting data, the clock
setting mode is cancelled and the window will
return to the display of the stop mode.
To display the current date and
time
Press xSTOP to display the current date
and time.
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Getting Started
Step 5: Setting the Language to Be Used in
the Display Window
You can select the language to be used for
messages, menus, folder names, file names,
etc. from 3 languages.
1Press MENU to enter the menu mode.
The menu mode window will be
displayed.
2Press v or V on the control button to
select “Detail Menu,” and then press N/
ENT.
3Press v or V on the control button to
select “Language,” and then press N/
ENT.
4Press v or V on the control button to
select the language that you want to use,
and then press N/ENT.
N/ENT
MENU
v, V
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You can select the following languages.
English, Español (Spanish), Français
(French)
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Getting Started
Preventing Accidental Operation (HOLD)
Locking the buttons
Slide the HOLD/POWER switch in the
direction of “HOLD.”
“HOLD” will appear indicating for approx.
3 seconds that all the functions of the
buttons are locked.
Unlocking the buttons
Slide the HOLD/POWER switch towards
the center so that all buttons will be
unlocked.
PNote
When the HOLD function is activated during
recording, all the functions of the buttons are
locked to prevent accidental operation. To stop
recording, cancel the HOLD function first.
zTip
Even if the HOLD function is activated, you
can stop the alarm playback by pressing any
button. (You cannot stop normal playback.)
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Basic Operations
Recording
PNote
• Before making a recording, exit HOLD mode and turn on the power.
Selecting a folder
1Press to display the folder selection window.
2Press v or V on the control button to select the folder in
which you want to record messages
( FOLDER01-10).
There are 10 folders already available when you
purchase the IC recorder.
3Press N/ENT.
v
V
N/ENT
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Basic Operations
Starting to record
To stop recording
Note while accessing
The IC recorder is recording data and saving it in memory when “Accessing...” appears on
the display. While the IC recorder is accessing data, do not remove the battery or connect or
disconnect the USB AC adaptor (not supplied). Doing so may damage the data.
1Press zREC/PAUSE in the stop mode.
The operation indicator lights in red.
You do not need to press and hold zREC/PAUSE
while recording.
The new message will be automatically recorded after
the last recorded message.
2Turn the built-in microphones in the direction of the
source to be recorded.
1Press xSTOP.
“Accessing...” appears on the display and the IC
recorder stops at the beginning of the current recording.
Operation
indicator
zREC/
PAUSE
Built-in
microphones
xSTOP
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Other operations
zTips
• Messages recorded using this IC recorder will be recorded as MP3 files.
• You can record up to 99 messages in each folder.
• Before you start recording, we recommend you make a trial recording first, or monitor the
recording (page 34).
PNotes
• Noise may be recorded if an object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubs or scratches the IC
recorder during recording.
• Before making a recording, be sure to check the battery indicator (page 11).
pause recording* Press zREC/PAUSE. During recording pause, the operation
indicator flashes in red and “ ” flashes in the display window.
release pause and resume
recording
Press zREC/PAUSE again. Recording resumes from that point. (To
stop recording after pausing recording, press xSTOP.)
review the current
recording instantly
Press N/ENT. Recording stops and playback starts from the
beginning of the message just recorded.
review during recording Press and hold . on the control button during recording or
recording pause. Recording stops and you can search backwards
while listening to fast playback sound. After you release . on the
control button, playback starts from that point.
* 1 hour after you pause recording, recording pause is automatically released and the IC recorder enters
the stop mode.
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Basic Operations
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Listening
PNote
• Before playback starts, exit HOLD mode and turn on the power.
To start playback
1Press .
2Press v or V on the control button to select the folder.
3Press > on the control button.
4Press v or V on the control button to select the message
you want to play.
v
V
>
v
V
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Basic Operations
To stop playback
5Press N/ENT.
Playback will start soon, and the operation indicator
will light in green. (When “LED” is set to “OFF” in the
menu (page 67), the operation indicator does not light.)
6Press VOL +/– to adjust the volume.
1Press xSTOP.
Operation
indicator
N/ENT
VOL +/–
xSTOP
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Other operations
Display when playing back the messages
AFile information
Press v or V on the control button to check the file information during playback.
A message recorded using the IC recorder is displayed as follows.
You can change the folder name, title, artist name, and/or file name using a computer.
stop at the current position
(Playback Pause function)
Press N/ENT. To resume playback from that point, press N/ENT
again.
go back to the beginning of
the current message
Press . on the control button once.*
go back to previous
messages
Press . on the control button repeatedly. (During the stop mode,
keep the button pressed to go back the messages continuously.)
skip to the next message Press > on the control button once.*
skip to the succeeding
messages
Press > on the control button repeatedly. (During the stop mode,
keep the button pressed to skip the messages continuously.)
* These operations are for when “Easy Search” is set to “OFF” (page 64).
: Folder name: FOLDER01-FOLDER10
: Title: Date_file number (e.g. 090101_001 or FM_090101_001)
: Artist name: My Recording
: File name: Date_file number (e.g. 090101_001 or FM_090101_001)
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Basic Operations
BCounter information
You can select the display mode in the menu (page 65).
Elapsed time: Elapsed playback time of one message
Remaining time: The remaining time of the message
Recording date: Date recorded
Recording time: Time recorded
CRemaining recording time
Displays the remaining recording time in hours, minutes, and seconds.
If there is more than 10 hours time remaining, the time is displayed in hours.
If there is more than 10 minutes and less than 10 hours time remaining, the time is
displayed in hours and minutes.
If there is less than 10 minutes time remaining, the time is displayed in minutes and
seconds.
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Erasing
PNotes
• Once a recording has been erased, you cannot retrieve it.
• Before erasing a message, exit HOLD mode and turn on the power.
Selecting a message and erasing it
1Select the message you want to erase when the IC
recorder is in the stop or playback mode.
2Press ERASE.
“Erase?” appears with the message title.
3Press v or V on the control button to select “Execute.”
ERASE
v
V
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Basic Operations
To cancel erasing
Erasing another message
Proceed with the same steps again from the beginning.
Erasing a part of one message
Divide the message into two messages first (page 57), and then proceed with the same steps
from the beginning.
4Press N/ENT.
“Erasing...” appears in the display window and the
selected message will be erased.
When a message is erased, the remaining messages will
advance and be renumbered so that there will be no
space between messages.
1Select “Cancel” in step 3 of “Selecting a message and
erasing it,” and then press N/ENT.
N/ENT
N/ENT
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Other Recording Operations
Changing the Recording Settings
Selecting the recording
mode
You can select the recording mode in the
menu when the IC recorder is in the stop
mode.
1Press MENU to enter the menu mode.
The menu mode window will be
displayed.
2Press v or V on the control button to
select “REC Mode,” and then press N/
ENT.
3Press v or V on the control button to
select “ST,” “STSP,” “STLP,” “SP,” or
“LP,” and then press N/ENT.
4Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
N/ENT
MENU
v, V
xSTOP
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Other Recording Operations
To record with better sound quality, select
the ST or STSP mode.
The recording mode is set to “ST” when
you purchase the IC recorder.
PNote
You cannot set the recording mode while
recording.
Setting the microphone
sensitivity
You can set the microphone sensitivity in
the menu when the IC recorder is stopped
or is recording.
1Press MENU to enter the menu mode.
The menu mode window will be
displayed.
ST High-quality stereo recording mode
(44.1 kHz/192 kbps)
You can record with stereo
high-quality sound.
STSP Standard play stereo recording mode
(44.1 kHz/128 kbps)
You can record with stereo sound.
STLP Long play stereo recording mode
(22.05 kHz/48 kbps)
You can record for a longer time
with stereo sound.
SP Standard play monaural recording
mode (44.1 kHz/32 kbps)
You can record with standard quality
sound.
LP Long play monaural recording mode
(11.025 kHz/8 kbps)
You can record for a longer time
with monaural sound.
N/ENT
MENU
v, V
xSTOP
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2Press v or V on the control button to
select “Mic Sensitivity,” and then press
N/ENT.
3Press v or V on the control button to
select “S-High ,” “High ,”
“Low ,” and then press N/ENT.
4Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
The microphone sensitivity is set to
“High ” when you purchase the IC
recorder.
S-High To record a sound far away
from the IC recorder or a low
sound, such as a recording
made in a spacious room.
High To record the sound of a
normal conversation or
meeting, such as a recording
made in a conference room or
during interviews.
Low To record dictation with a
microphone in front of your
mouth, a sound near the IC
recorder, or a loud sound.
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Other Recording Operations
Cutting out low frequency –
the LCF function
When you set the LCF (Low Cut Filter)
function to “ON” in the stop or recording
mode, you cut out a low frequency to
reduce the roaring noise from wind, etc.;
therefore you can record a message more
clearly.
1Press MENU to enter the menu mode.
The menu mode window will be
displayed.
2Press v or V on the control button to
select “LCF(Low Cut),” and then press
N/ENT.
3Press v or V on the control button to
select “ON,” and then press N/ENT.
The LCF function is set to “OFF” when
you purchase the IC recorder.
4Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
To cancel the LCF function
Set “LCF(Low Cut)” to “OFF” in step 3.
N/ENT
MENU
v, V
xSTOP
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Starting to record
automatically in response to
sound – the VOR function
You can set the VOR (Voice Operated
Recording) function to “ON” when the IC
recorder is stopped or is recording, 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.
1Press MENU to enter the menu mode.
The menu mode window will be
displayed.
2Press v or V on the control button to
select “VOR,” and then press N/ENT.
3Press v or V on the control button to
select “ON,” and then press N/ENT.
The VOR function is set to “OFF” when
you purchase the IC recorder.
4Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
5Press zREC/PAUSE.
“ ” and “ ” appear in the display
window.
The recording pauses when no sound is
detected and “ ” and “ ” flash.
When the IC recorder detects sound again,
the recording starts again.
xSTOP
zREC/PAUSE
N/ENT
MENU
v, V
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Other Recording Operations
To cancel the VOR function
Set “VOR” to “OFF” in step 3.
PNote
The VOR function is affected by the sound
around you. Set “Mic Sensitivity” in the menu
according to the recording conditions. If
recording is not satisfactory after you have
changed the microphone sensitivity, or for an
important recording, set “VOR” to “OFF” in
the menu.
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Operating during Recording
Monitoring the recording
If you connect the supplied stereo
headphones to the i(headphone) jack
before you start, you can monitor the
recording. You can adjust the monitoring
volume by pressing VOL +/–, but the
recording level is fixed.
Dividing a message during
recording
You can divide a message during recording
so that the message is divided into two
parts, and a new message number is added
to the newer part of the divided message.
Once a message is divided, you cannot
re-combine the divided messages.
i (headphone) jack
VOL +/–
DIVIDE
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Other Recording Operations
1Press DIVIDE during recording.
“Dividing...” appears on the display and
the new message number is added at the
point you pressed the button. The
message will be recorded as two
messages, however recording continues
without stopping.
zTip
You can divide the currently recorded message
during recording pause.
PNote
When you divide a message into two, at the
point of division, the end of the first message
and the beginning of the second message may
be interrupted.
Message 1 Message 2 Message 3
v
Message is divided.
Message 2 and Message 3 are
recorded without stopping.
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Recording via Other Devices
Recording with an external
microphone
1Connect an external microphone to the
m(microphone) jack when the IC
recorder is in the stop mode.
“Select Input” appears in the display
window.
If “Select Input” is not displayed, set it in
the menu (page 69).
2Press v or V on the control button to
select “MIC IN,” and then press N/
ENT.
3Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
4Press zREC/PAUSE to start recording.
The built-in microphones are
automatically cut off.
If the input level is not strong enough,
adjust the microphone sensitivity on the
IC recorder.
When a plug in power type microphone
is connected, power is automatically
supplied to the microphone from the IC
recorder.
zRecommended microphones
You can use the Sony ECM-CS10,
ECM-CZ10, ECM-DS70P, ECM-DS30P
electret condenser microphone (not supplied).
v, V
Stereo microphone
xSTOP
zREC/PAUSE
N/ENT
m(microphone) jack
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Recording sound from a
telephone or a cell phone
You can use the ECM-TL1 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 ECM-TL1 microphone.
PNotes
• After you have made the connection, check
the sound quality of the conversation and the
recording level before you start recording.
• If the beep of the telephone or a dial tone is
recorded, the conversation may be recorded
with lower level of sound. In this case, start
recording after the conversation has started.
• The VOR function may not work, depending
on the kind of telephone or the line
condition.
• We assume no responsibility whatsoever for
any inconvenience, even if you cannot
record a conversation using the IC recorder.
Recording from other
equipment
You can make music files without using the
computer by recording the sound from
other equipment connected to the IC
recorder.
zTips
• Before you start recording, we recommend
you make a trial recording first.
• If the input level is not strong enough,
connect the headphone jack (minijack,
stereo) of other equipment to the
v, V
External equipment
xSTOP
zREC/PAUSE
N/ENT
MENU
m(microphone) jack
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m(microphone) jack of the IC recorder and
adjust the volume level on the piece of
equipment connected to the IC recorder.
To record using the
synchronized recording function
1Press MENU to enter the menu mode.
The menu mode window will be
displayed.
2Press v or V on the control button to
select “Detail Menu,” and then press N/
ENT.
3Press v or V on the control button to
select “SYNC REC,” and then press N/
ENT.
4Press v or V on the control button to
select “ON,” and then press N/ENT.
5Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
6Connect other equipment to 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 m(microphone) jack of the IC
recorder using an audio connecting cable
(page 41)*.
“Select Input” appears in the display
window.
If “Select Input” is not displayed, set it in
the menu (page 69).
7Press v or V on the control button to
select “Audio IN,” and then press N/
ENT.
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8Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
9Press zREC/PAUSE to start recording.
“ ” flashes and the IC recorder
enters the recording pause mode.
10 Start playback on the piece of
equipment connected to the IC
recorder.
“ ” appears on the display and
synchronized recording starts.
The synchronized recording pauses when
no sound is detected for more than 2
seconds, and “ ” flashes.
The IC recorder starts recording again as a
new message when sound is detected.
PNotes
• During synchronized recording, you cannot
divide a message (page 34) and you cannot
pause recording (page 20).
• 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.
To record without using the
synchronized recording function
1Press MENU to enter the menu mode.
The menu mode window will be
displayed.
2Press v or V on the control button to
select “Detail Menu,” and then press N/
ENT.
3Press v or V on the control button to
select “SYNC REC,” and then press N/
ENT.
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4Press v or V on the control button to
select “OFF,” and then press N/ENT.
5Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
6Connect other equipment to 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 m(microphone) jack of the IC
recorder using an audio connecting cable
(page 41)*.
“Select Input” appears in the display
window.
If “Select Input” is not displayed, set it in
the menu (page 69).
7Press v or V on the control button to
select “Audio IN,” and then press N/
ENT.
8Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
9Press zREC/PAUSE to start recording.
The built-in microphones are
automatically cut off and the sound from
the connected equipment is recorded.
10 Start playback on the piece of
equipment connected to the IC
recorder.
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Other Recording Operations
*Optional audio connecting cables
(not supplied)
PNote
When recording from other equipment, the
microphone sensitivity cannot be adjusted.
To the IC
recorder
To the other
equipment
RK-G139 Stereo
mini-plug
(without
resistor)
Mini-plug
(monaural)
(without
resistor)
RK-G136 Stereo
mini-plug
(without
resistor)
Stereo
mini-plug
(without
resistor)
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Other Playback Operations
Changing the Playback Method
Convenient playback
methods
Listening with better sound
quality
• To listen with the headphones:
Connect the supplied headphones to the
i(headphone) jack. The built-in speaker
will be automatically disconnected.
• To listen from an external speaker:
Connect an active or passive speaker (not
supplied) to the i(headphone) jack.
Quickly locating the point you
wish to start playback (Easy
Search)
When “Easy Search” is set to “ON”
(page 64) in the menu, you can quickly
locate the point at which you wish to start
playback by pressing > or . on the
control button repeatedly during playback.
You can go back approx. 3 seconds by
pressing . on the control button once, or
advance approx. 10 seconds by pressing
> on the control button once. This
function is useful for locating a desired
point in a long recording.
Searching forward/backward
during playback (Cue/Review)
• To search forward (Cue):
Press and hold > on the control button
during playback and release it at the point
you wish to resume playback.
• To search backward (Review):
Press and hold . on the control button
during playback and release it at the point
you wish to resume playback.
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.
zWhen messages are played back
to the end of the last message
• When you play back or fast play back to the
end of the last message, “MESSAGE END”
lights up for approx. 5 seconds.
• When “MESSAGE END” and the operation
indicator go off, the IC recorder will stop at
the beginning of the last message.
• If you press and hold . on the control
button while “MESSAGE END” is lit, the
messages are played back rapidly, and
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normal playback will start at the point you
release the button.
• If the last message is long and you wish to
start playback at a later part of the message,
press and hold > on the control button to
go to the end of the message, and then press
. on the control button while
“MESSAGE END” is lit to go back to the
desired point.
• For messages other than the last one, go to
the beginning of the next message and play
backward to the desired point.
Playing back a message
repeatedly
During playback, press and hold N/ENT
until “ 1” appears. The selected message
will be played back repeatedly.
To resume normal playback, press N/ENT
again.
Adjusting the playback
speed – the DPC function
Rear
Front
When you set the DPC (Digital Pitch
Control) function to “ON,” you can adjust
the playback speed between +100% and
–50% of normal speed in the menu.
The message is played back in natural tones
thanks to the digital processing function.
v, V
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1Slide the DPC (SPEED CTRL) switch to
“ON.”
2If you wish to increase the playback
speed, press v on the control button
when the IC recorder is in the playback
mode.
Every time the button is pressed, you can
increase the speed by 5% for + from
–50% to 0%, and 10% for + between 0%
and 100%.
3If you wish to decrease the playback
speed, press V on the control button
when the IC recorder is in the playback
mode.
Every time the button is pressed, you can
decrease the speed by 5% for – from 0%
to –50%, and 10% for – between 100%
and 0%.
To resume normal playback
Slide the DPC (SPEED CTRL) switch to
“OFF.”
PNotes
• You can only adjust the playback speed
between 0% and –50% when messages are
recorded as WMA/AAC-LC files.
• When any one message is played back
repeatedly by pressing and holding N/ENT
during playback (page 43), or when the
specified A-B section is played back
repeatedly (page 46), you cannot adjust the
playback speed.
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Other Playback Operations
Changing the Playback Settings
Selecting the playback
mode
You can select the playback mode in the
menu.
1Press MENU to enter the menu mode
when the IC recorder is in the stop or
playback mode.
The menu mode window will be
displayed.
2Press v or V on the control button to
select “Play Mode,” and then press N/
ENT.
3Press v or V on the control button to
select “1,” “ ,” “ALL,” “ 1,”
“ ,” or “ ALL,” and then press
N/ENT.
4Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
N/ENT
MENU
v, V
xSTOP
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Playing back a specified section
repeatedly – A-B Repeat
1During playback, press (repeat) A-B
to specify the starting point A.
“A-B B?” is displayed.
2Press (repeat) A-B again to specify
the finishing point B.
“ A-B” is displayed and the specified
section is played back repeatedly.
To resume normal playback:
Press N/ENT.
To stop A-B Repeat playback:
Press xSTOP.
To change the segment specified for A-B
Repeat playback:
During A-B Repeat playback, press
(repeat) A-B again to specify a new
starting point A. Then specify a new
finishing point B, as in step 2.
PNote
You cannot specify the finishing point B
before the starting point A that has been set.
1 A message is played back.
Messages in one folder are played
back continuously.
ALL All the messages are played back
continuously.
1 One message is played back
repeatedly.
Messages in one folder are played
back repeatedly.
ALL All the messages are played back
repeatedly.
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Other Playback Operations
Making the human voice
clearer – the noise cut
function
When the noise cut function is set to “ON”
in the menu, the distortion of very low and
high frequencies which are outside the
human voice range is reduced, therefore
you can hear the human voice more clearly.
1Press MENU to enter the menu mode
when the IC recorder is in the stop or
playback mode.
The menu mode window will be
displayed.
2Press v or V on the control button to
select “Noise Cut,” and then press N/
ENT.
3Press v or V on the control button to
select “ON,” and then press N/ENT.
4Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
PNotes
• The effect of the noise cut function may be
different depending on the condition of the
recorded voice.
• When you are using the built-in speaker, the
noise cut function does not work.
To cancel the noise cut function
Set “Noise Cut” to “OFF” in step 3.
N/ENT
MENU
v, V
xSTOP
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Selecting the sound effect
You can set the effect you want for the
playback in the menu.
1Press MENU to enter the menu mode
when the IC recorder is in the stop or
playback mode.
The menu mode window will be
displayed.
2Press v or V on the control button to
select “Effect,” and then press N/ENT.
3Press v or V on the control button to
select effect you want for the playback,
and then press N/ENT.
4If you select “Custom,” you can press v
or V on the control button to adjust the
sound level for each band.
Press . or > on the control button
to move to the band on the left or right.
5Press N/ENT to close the custom
setting window.
6Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
N/ENT
MENU
v, V
., >
xSTOP
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PNotes
• When you are using the built-in speaker, this
setting is invalid.
• When the noise cut function is set to “ON” in
the menu, this setting is invalid.
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 of EQ.
OFF The Effect function does not work.
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Playing Back a Message at a Desired Time
with an Alarm
You can sound an alarm and start playback
of a selected message at a desired time.
You can have the message played back on a
specified date, once every week, or at the
same time every day.
You can set a maximum of 30 alarms.
1Select the message you want to play back
with an alarm.
2Enter the alarm setting mode.
1Press MENU to enter the menu mode
when the IC recorder is in the stop
mode.
The menu mode window will be
displayed.
2Press v or V on the control button to
select “Alarm,” and then press N/
ENT.
3Press v or V on the control button to
select “New,” and then press N/
ENT.
N/ENT
MENU
v, V
xSTOP
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3Set the alarm date and time.
1Press v or V on the control button to
select “Date,” a day of the week, or
“Daily,” and then press N/ENT.
2When you select “Date”:
Set the year, month, day, hour, and
minute in sequence, as described in
“Step 4: Setting the Clock” on
page 13.
“Executing...,” then your settings are
displayed.
When you select a day of the week
or “Daily”:
Press v or V on the control button to
set the hour, and then press N/ENT,
press v or V on the control button to
set the minute, and then press N/
ENT.
4Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
The setting process is finished and “,”
(alarm indicator) appears in the display
window.
To change the alarm setting
1Select “Alarm” - “List” in the menu, then
press N/ENT.
The alarm list is displayed.
2Press v or V on the control button to
select the item you want to change, then
press N/ENT.
3Press v or V on the control button to
select “Edit,” then press N/ENT.
4Select “Date,” a day of the week, or
“Daily,” then press N/ENT.
5Set the date and time and press N/ENT.
“Executing...,” then your settings are
displayed.
6Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
To cancel the alarm setting
Follow steps 1 and 2 of “To change the
alarm setting.” In step 3, select “Cancel”
and press N/ENT. “Cancel Alarm?” is
displayed. Press v or V on the control
button to select “Execute,” then press N/
ENT. The alarm will be cancelled and the
alarm indicator will disappear from the
display window.
To set the alarm pattern
1Select “Alarm” - “Pattern” in the menu,
then press N/ENT.
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2Press v or V on the control button to
select “Beep&Play,” “Beep” or “Play,”
then press N/ENT.
3Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
When the set date and time
comes
At the set time, “Alarm” is displayed in the
display window and the alarm and the
selected message 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 message.)
To listen to the same message
again
Press N/ENT, and the same message will
be played back from the beginning.
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.
PNotes
• You can set only one alarm each one
message.
• When the clock has not been set or no
messages are recorded, you cannot set the
alarm.
• The alarm sounds even if you set “Beep” to
“OFF” in the menu (page 67).
• If the alarm time comes during recording,
the alarm will sound after the recording is
finished. “,” will flash when the alarm time
comes.
• If the alarm time comes while you are
updating data, the alarm will be cancelled
automatically.
• If more than one alarm time comes, only the
first message will be played back with an
alarm.
• Once the alarm is set, the alarm will not be
cancelled, even after the message is played
back.
• If the alarm time comes while another
message is being played back with an alarm,
the payback stops and the new message will
be played back.
• If you divide a message you have set an
alarm for, the alarm setting remains on only
the first part of the divided message.
• If you delete a message on which you have
set an alarm, that alarm will be also
cancelled.
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Other Playback Operations
Playback via Other Devices
Recording with other
equipment
You can record the sound of the IC recorder
with other equipment.
Before you start recording, we recommend
you to make trial recording first.
1Connect the i(headphone) jack of the
IC recorder to the audio input connector
(stereo minijack) of other equipment
using an audio connecting cable*.
2Press N/ENT to start playback and at
the same time set the connected
equipment to the recording mode.
A message from the IC recorder will be
recorded on the piece of equipment
connected.
3Press xSTOP on the IC recorder and the
connected equipment at the same time to
stop recording.
*Optional audio connecting cables
(not supplied)
Tape recorder, etc.
xSTOP
N/ENT
i (headphone) jack
To the IC
recorder
To the other
equipment
RK-G139 Stereo
mini-plug
(without
resistor)
Mini-plug
(monaural)
(without
resistor)
RK-G136 Stereo
mini-plug
(without
resistor)
Stereo
mini-plug
(without
resistor)
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Editing Messages
Erasing All Messages in a Folder
PNote
If the selected folder contains a protected
message, you cannot erase the message.
1Select the folder containing the messages
you want to erase when the IC recorder is
in the stop mode.
2Press MENU to enter the menu mode.
The menu mode window will be
displayed.
3Press v or V on the control button to
select “Erase All,” and then press N/
ENT.
4Press v or V on the control button to
select “Execute,” and then press N/
ENT.
“Erasing...” appears in the display
window and all messages in the selected
folder will be erased.
5Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
To cancel erasing
Select “Cancel” in step 4, and then press
N/ENT.
N/ENT
MENU
v, V
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Editing Messages
Moving a Message to a Different Folder
PNotes
• When “ ” is displayed for the folder
indicator, you cannot move a message
(page 72).
• You cannot move a message to a folder.
1Select the message you want to move.
2Press MENU to enter the menu mode
when the IC recorder is in the stop or
playback mode.
The menu mode window will be
displayed.
3Press v or V on the control button to
select “Move,” and then press N/ENT.
The message to be moved will be played
back.
4Press v or V on the control button to
select the folder that you want to move
the message into, and then press N/
ENT.
“Executing...” is displayed and the
message is moved to the last position in
the destination folder.
N/ENT
MENU
v, V
xSTOP
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When you move a message to another
folder, the original message in the
previous folder will be deleted.
5Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
To cancel moving the message
Press xSTOP before step 4.
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Editing Messages
Dividing a Message into Two
You can divide a message during playback,
so that the message is divided into two parts
and a new message number is added to the
newer part of the divided message. By
dividing a message, 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 message until
the total number of messages in the folder
reaches the maximum number allowed.
1Press DIVIDE while you are playing
back the message you want to divide.
“Divide?” appears with the message title.
2Press v or V on the control button to
select “Execute,” and then press N/
ENT.
“Dividing...” appears, a new number is
added to the newer part of the divided
message, and the message numbers of
the following messages will be
incremented by one.
N/ENT
DIVIDE
v, V
., >
Message 1 Message 2 Message 3
v
f
A Message is divided.
Message 1 Message 2 Message 3 Message 4
The message numbers are incremented.
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PNotes
• You need a certain amount of free space in
the memory to divide a message.
• When you divide a message with a title and
artist name, the newer part has the same title,
artist name, and file name.
• You cannot divide a message other than the
one recorded using the IC recorder (MP3/
WMA/AAC-LC file transferred from a
computer).
• Once a message is divided, you cannot
combine divided messages using the IC
recorder.
• If you divide a message with an alarm
setting, the same alarm setting remains only
with the former message divided.
• You may not be able to divide a message at
the beginning or at the end of the message
because of system limitations.
To play the divided message
Press . or > on the control button to
display the message number, as the divided
messages now each have message numbers.
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About the Menu Function
About the Menu Function
Making Settings for the Menu
1Press MENU to enter the menu mode.
The menu mode window will be
displayed.
2Press v or V on the control button to
select the menu item for which you want
to make setting, and then press N/ENT.
3Press v or V on the control button to
select the setting that you want to set,
and then press N/ENT.
4Press xSTOP to exit the menu mode.
PNote
If you do not press any button for 1 minute, the
menu mode is automatically cancelled and the
window will return to the normal display.
To return to the previous window
Press . on the control button during
menu mode.
To exit the menu mode
Press xSTOP or MENU.
N/ENT
MENU
v, V
xSTOP
., >
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Menu Settings
Menu items Settings Operation mode
(
a
: the setting can be made/
— : the setting cannot be made)
Stop mode Playback mode Recording mode
REC Mode ST, STSP, STLP, SP, LP
a
——
Mic Sensitivity S-High , High , Low
a
—
a
LCF(Low Cut) ON, OFF
a
—
a
VOR ON, OFF
a
—
a
Noise Cut ON, OFF
aa
—
Effect Pop, Rock, Jazz, Bass1, Bass2,
Custom, OFF
aa
—
Easy Search ON, OFF
aa
—
Play Mode 1, , ALL, 1, ,
ALL
aa
—
Display Elapsed Time, Remain Time,
REC Date, REC Time
aa a
Alarm New, List, Pattern
a
——
Protect Execute, Cancel
a
——
Move (Folder to be moved)
aa
—
Erase All Execute, Cancel
a
——
Detail Menu
a
——
Date&Time _ _ y _ _ m _ _ d _ _ : _ _
a
——
Time Display 12-Hour, 24-Hour
a
——
Beep ON, OFF
a
——
LED ON, OFF
a
——
Backlight ON, OFF
a
——
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About the Menu Function
Language English, Español (Spanish),
Français (French)
a
——
USB Charge ON, OFF
a
——
Auto Power Off 5min, 10min, 30min, 60min
a
——
Select Input MIC IN, Audio IN
a
——
SYNC REC ON, OFF
a
——
Format Execute, Cancel
a
——
Menu items Settings Operation mode
(
a
: the setting can be made/
— : the setting cannot be made)
Stop mode Playback mode Recording mode
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Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) See page
REC Mode
Sets the recording mode.
ST*:
Stereo high-quality recording mode
STSP:
Stereo standard recording mode
STLP:
Stereo long play recording mode
SP:
Monaural standard play recording mode
LP:
Monaural long play recording mode
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Mic Sensitivity
Sets the microphone sensitivity.
S-High :
To record a sound far away from the IC recorder or a low
sound, such as a recording made in a spacious room.
High *:
To record the sound of a normal conversation or meeting, such
as a recording made in a conference room or during
interviews.
Low :
To record dictation with a microphone in front of your mouth,
a sound near the IC recorder, or a loud sound.
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LCF(Low Cut)
Sets the LCF (Low Cut Filter) function to cut a low frequency to
reduce the roaring noise from wind; therefore you can record a
message more clearly.
ON:
The LCF function is activated.
OFF*:
The LCF function is cancelled.
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About the Menu Function
VOR
Sets the VOR (Voice Operated Recording) function.
ON:
Recording starts when the IC recorder detects sound and
pauses when no sound is heard, eliminating recording during
soundless periods. The VOR function is activated when
zREC/PAUSE is pressed.
OFF*:
The VOR function does not work.
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Noise Cut
Sets the noise cut function.
ON:
The distortion of very low and high frequencies which are
outside the human voice range is reduced, therefore you can
hear the human voice more clearly.
OFF*:
The noise cut function does not work.
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Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) See page
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Effect
Sets the effect you want for the playback in the menu.
Pop:
Stresses middle ranges, ideal for vocals.
Rock:
Emphasizes high and low ranges for a powerful sound.
Jazz:
Emphasizes high ranges for a lively sound.
Bass1:
The bass sound is emphasized.
Bass2:
The bass sound is emphasized even more.
Custom:
You can design your own custom sound level for 5 bands of
EQ.
OFF*:
The Effect function does not work.
PNote
When playing back messages using the built-in speaker or when
the noise cut function is set to “ON” in the menu, the Effect
function does not work.
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Easy Search
Sets the easy search function.
ON:
You can go forward for about 10 seconds by pressing > on
the control button and go back for about 3 seconds by pressing
. on the control button. 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 > on the control button, a message will be moved
forward or backward.
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Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) See page
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About the Menu Function
Play Mode
Sets the playback mode.
1:
A message is played back.
*:
Messages in one folder are played back continuously.
ALL:
All the messages are played back continuously.
1:
One message is played back repeatedly.
:
Messages in one folder are played back repeatedly.
ALL:
All the messages are played back repeatedly.
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Display
Changes the display mode.
Elapsed Time*:
Elapsed playback time of one message
Remain Time:
During stop or playback, the remaining time of the message
During recording, the available recording time
REC Date:
Date recorded
REC Time:
Time recorded
–
Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) See page
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Alarm
Sets the alarm.
New*:
To set the alarm, select “New” and set the date, time or day of
the week or choose daily for playback.
List:
A list of dates or the days of the week, and times at which the
alarm has already been set will be displayed.
Edit: You can change the selected date or day of the week and
time.
Cancel: You can cancel the alarm setting on the selected date
or on a day of the week.
Pattern:
Sets the alarm sound pattern for all alarm settings.
Beep&Play*: The selected message is played back after the
alarm sounds.
Beep: Only the alarm sounds.
Play: Only the selected message is played back.
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Protect
Protect the selected message to prevent the message from being
erased, divided, or being moved.
Execute:
Protect the selected message. If you specify a message that has
already been protected, cancel the protection.
Cancel*:
“Set Protection?” or “Erase Protection?” is not executed.
–
Move
The selected message will be moved to the selected folder.
Before attempting to move a message, select the message to be
moved, and then go to the menu window.
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Erase All
All messages in the selected folder will be erased.
Press to return to the folder window before erasing the
messages and select a folder from which all messages are to be
erased, and then go to the menu window and select “Execute.”
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Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) See page
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About the Menu Function
Detail Menu
Date&Time
Sets the clock by setting year, month, day, hour, and minute in
sequence.
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Time Display
Sets the clock display.
12-Hour*:
12:00AM = midnight, 12:00PM = noon
24-Hour:
0:00 = midnight, 12:00 = noon
–
Beep
Sets whether a beep will be heard or not.
ON*:
A beep will sound to indicate that an operation has been
accepted or an error has occurred.
OFF:
No beep sound will be heard.
PNote
The alarm sounds even if you set “Beep” to “OFF” in the menu.
–
LED
Turns the operation indicator on or off during operation.
ON*:
During recording or playback, the operation indicator lights or
flashes.
OFF:
The operation indicator does not light or flash, even during
operation.
PNote
When the IC recorder is connected to a computer, the operation
indicator lights or flashes even if “LED” is set to “OFF.”
–
Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) See page
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Backlight
Turns the backlight in the display window on or off.
ON*:
The backlight in the display window lights up for approx. 10
seconds.
OFF:
The backlight in the display window does not light, even
during operation.
–
Language
Sets the language to be used for messages, menus, folder names,
file names, etc.
English, Español (Spanish), Français (French)
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USB Charge
Sets whether battery will be charged using a USB connection or
not.
ON*:
The battery will be charged.
OFF:
The battery will not be charged.
PNote
If you use a USB AC adaptor (not supplied) to connect the IC
recorder to the AC outlet, you can charge battery regardless this
setting.
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Auto Power Off
If the IC recorder is on and left for the period you have set, the IC
recorder turns 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.
30min:
The IC recorder will be turned off after approx. 30 minutes.
60min:
The IC recorder will be turned off after approx. 60 minutes.
–
Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) See page
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About the Menu Function
Select Input
Selects the external input to be recorded that is connected to the
m(microphone) jack.
MIC IN*:
Select when you record messages using an external
microphone.
Audio IN:
Select when you record using other equipment.
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SYNC REC
When set to “ON,” the IC recorder enters the recording pause
mode when no sound is detected for more than 2 seconds, and the
IC recorder starts recording again as a new message when any
sound is detected.
ON:
The synchronized recording function is activated.
OFF*:
The synchronized recording function is cancelled.
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Format
Sets the formatting of the drive.
Execute:
“Formatting...” appears and the drive will be formatted.
Cancel*:
The drive will not be formatted.
PNotes
• Use the IC recorder formatting function to format the memory.
• When the memory is formatted, all the data stored in the IC
recorder will be erased. Once the memory has been erased, you
cannot retrieve the data that was erased.
–
Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) See page
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Utilizing Your Computer
Using the IC Recorder with Your Computer
When the IC recorder is connected to your
computer, the IC recorder is recognized by
the computer, and you can transfer data
between them.
Copying messages from the IC
recorder to your computer to
save them (page 74)
You can copy the messages recorded on the
IC recorder to save them.
Copying music files from your
computer to the IC recorder to
play them back (page 75)
You can copy MP3/WMA/AAC-LC files
saved on your computer by a simple drag &
drop operation when you connect the
IC recorder to your computer. You can also
play back the copied files.
Using the IC recorder as USB
memory – data storage function
(page 78)
You can store image data or text data saved
on the computer temporarily in the IC
recorder.
System requirements for
your computer
See “System requirements” on page 86.
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Utilizing Your Computer
Connecting the IC recorder
to your computer
1Slide the USB lever on the back of the IC
recorder in the direction of the arrow,
and insert the USB connector into the
USB port of a running computer.
2Make sure the IC recorder has been
recognized properly.
On the Windows screen; open “My
Computer” or “Computer,” and make
sure that “IC RECORDER” has been
recognized.
On the Macintosh screen; make sure that
an “IC RECORDER” drive is displayed
on the desktop.
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 you cannot insert the USB connector of
the IC recorder into the USB port of a
computer directly, use the supplied USB
connection support cable.
PNotes
• If you connect more than two USB devices
to your computer, normal operation will not
be guaranteed.
• Use of this IC recorder with a USB hub or a
USB connection support cable other than the
supplied cable is not guaranteed.
• A malfunction may occur depending on the
USB devices connected at the same time.
To USB port
IC recorder
Computer
USB connection support
cable (supplied)
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• Before connecting the IC recorder to the
computer, make sure that the battery is
inserted in the IC recorder.
• It is recommended that you disconnect the
IC recorder from the computer when you are
not using the IC recorder connected to the
computer.
Construction of folders and
files
If you connect the IC recorder to your
computer, you can see the structure of
folders and files on the computer screen.
“IC RECORDER”
Folder for messages
recorded using the IC
recorder
Folder transferred from
your computer
VOICE
FOLDER01
FOLDER10
Conversation
*
1
MUSIC
POP
OLDIES*1
*3
*2
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Utilizing Your Computer
The folders and files are displayed on the
computer screen as shown.
The folder indicators in the display window
of the IC recorder are as follows:
PNote
You can record messages in up to 10 folders
(FOLDER01-10) using the IC recorder.
*1The 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.
*2The IC recorder can recognize up to 8 levels
of folders copied to the IC recorder.
*3If you copy music files separately, they are
classified as being in “No Folder.”
zTips
• You can change the folder name, title, artist
name, and/or file name using a computer.
• 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.
• You can display the information in sequence
by pressing v or V on the control button
(page 76).
PNotes
• You cannot copy 511 or more folders
(except VOICE folders) or files to the root
directory that is located immediately below
“IC RECORDER” on the computer. This is
due to system limitations (for ICD-UX200
only).
• If no title, or artist name has been registered
“Unknown” will be displayed.
: Folder for messages recorded using
the IC recorder (They have been
already made when you purchase
the IC recorder.)
: Folder transferred from a computer
(They are displayed when music
files have been transferred from a
computer.)
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Copying Messages from the IC Recorder to
Your Computer to Save Them
You can save messages or folders by
copying them from the IC recorder to your
computer.
1Connect the IC recorder to your
computer (page 71).
2Copy messages or folders you want to
save to your computer.
Drag and drop the messages or folders
you want from “IC RECORDER” to the
local disc on your computer.
zTo copy a message or a folder
(Drag and drop)
3Disconnect the IC recorder from your
computer (page 81).
If you wish to create a CD, use a
commercially available CD burner software
application, a CD burner software application
installed on your computer, or Windows
Media Player.
For details about operations for the CD burner
software application or Windows Media
Player, refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the software application, or
contact the respective manufacturers.
1 Click and hold,
2 drag,
3 and then drop.
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Utilizing Your Computer
Copying Music Files from Your Computer to
the IC Recorder and Playing Them Back
You can copy music or other audio files
(MP3/WMA/AAC-LC*) from your
computer to the IC recorder by dragging
and dropping them, and you can then play
them back on the IC recorder.
You can make an MP3/WMA/AAC-LC file
using a software application, etc., installed
on your computer.
* For the file formats that can be played back
using the IC recorder, see “Specifications”
(page 86).
Copying a music file from
your computer to the IC
recorder (drag and drop)
1Connect the IC recorder to your
computer (page 71).
2Copy the folder in which the music files
are stored to the IC recorder.
On the Windows screen using Explorer,
and on the Macintosh screen using
Finder, drag and drop the folder onto the
IC recorder.
The IC recorder can recognize up to 500
folders. You can copy up to 999 files to
one folder and up to 5,000 files in total.
3Disconnect the IC recorder from your
computer (page 81).
4Press .
5Press v or V on the control button to
select the folder ( ) in which music
files are stored, and then press > on
the control button.
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6Press v or V on the control button to
select the music file you want to play.
7Press N/ENT to start playback.
8Press xSTOP to stop playback.
The maximum playback time (tracks*),
when playing music files using the IC
recorder, is as follows.
* In the case where MP3 files of 4 minutes
each are transferred to the IC recorder.
PNote
If you have transferred music files using your
computer, those files may not be copied in
order of transfer because of system limitations.
If you copy music files from your computer to
the IC recorder one by one, you can display
and play back the music files in copied order.
Display when playing back a
music file
Press v or V on the control button to check
the music file information during playback.
zTip
You can change the folder name, title, artist
name, and/or file name using a computer.
48 kbps 128 kbps 256 kbps
ICD-
UX200
89 hr.
15 min.
(1,338
tracks)
33 hr.
25 min.
(501 tracks)
16 hr.
40 min.
(250 tracks)
ICD-
UX300
178 hr.
40 min.
(2,680
tracks)
67 hr.
(1,005
tracks)
33 hr.
25 min.
(501 tracks)
: Folder name
: Title
: Artist name
: File name
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Utilizing Your Computer
Enjoying the music files
more
Selecting the playback mode
You can select the playback mode, such as
playback of one music file, continuous
playback of music files in one folder,
continuous playback of all music files,
repeat playback of one music file, repeat
playback of music files in one folder and
repeat playback of all music files, in the
menu.
For details, see page 45.
Adjusting the playback speed –
the DPC (Digital Pitch Control)
function
You can adjust a playback speed between
+100% and –50% of normal speed in the
menu. You can only adjust the playback
speed between 0% and –50% when
messages are recorded as WMA/AAC-LC
files.
For details, see page 43.
Selecting a sound effect
You can cut the noise or set a effect such as
“Pop,” “Rock,” “Jazz,” “Bass1,” “Bass2,”
or “Custom” for the playback item in the
menu.
For details, see page 47 and 48.
Playing back a message at a
desired time with an alarm
You can start playback of a selected
message at a desired time.
For details, see page 50.
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Using the IC Recorder as USB Memory – Data
Storage Function
When the IC recorder is connected to your
computer directly or using a USB
connection support cable, image data or text
data on the computer, as well as messages
or files recorded using the IC recorder can
be temporarily stored in the IC recorder.
Your computer must meet the specified
system requirements to use the IC recorder
as USB memory.
For details on the system requirements, see
page 86.
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Utilizing Your Computer
Using Voice Recognition Software
When voice recognition software (not
supplied) is installed on your computer, you
can transcribe a message into a text file.
Introducing the voice
recognition software
Dragon NaturallySpeaking is a speech-
recognition software application that allows
you to recognize and transcribe your
recorded voice in a message and convert it
into a text file.
For details on Dragon NaturallySpeaking,
refer to the operating instructions supplied
with Dragon NaturallySpeaking.
For information on using Dragon
NaturallySpeaking, refer to the
documentation supplied with the software.
For the latest version and information on
the availability of Dragon
NaturallySpeaking in each region, please
refer to the following home page:
http://www.nuance.com
PNotes
• You can use the transcribing feature only
when you have installed Dragon
NaturallySpeaking Select or Professional
Edition (not supplied) on your computer. To
install Dragon NaturallySpeaking, your
computer should meet the specified system
requirements.
• You can transcribe the following messages
saved in your IC recorder or on your
computer;
– ST, STSP, STLP or SP recording mode
messages (MP3 files)
– 44.1/16/11 kHz 16-bit WAV/AAC-LC
files saved on your computer
• You cannot transcribe a message recording
the voices of more than one person.
Creating a user file adapted
to your recorded speech
(Training)
What is “Training”?
Before you can transcribe recorded
messages using Dragon NaturallySpeaking,
you must create a user file specifically
adapted to the sound of your recorded
speech. This procedure is called “training.”
When training is complete, Dragon
NaturallySpeaking creates a user speech
file containing information about your
recorded speech.
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• Refer to the operating instructions or the
help supplied with Dragon
NaturallySpeaking, as some parts of
training are the same as those required for
dictating directly to the computer using a
headset microphone.
• Even if you have already created a user
speech file with a headset microphone,
you should create a separate speech file
for the IC recorder to get better
recognition accuracy.
Tips on using the IC recorder
When transcribing messages recorded using
the IC recorder, the following tips will help
you obtain maximum recognition accuracy.
• Set “REC Mode” to “ST,” “STSP,”
“STLP” or “SP” in the menu.
When creating a user speech file
(training), set “REC Mode” to the mode
you normally use for voice recognition
software.
• Set “Mic Sensitivity” to “Low ” in
the menu.
• Hold the IC recorder firmly and start
recording.
Hold the IC recorder so that the
microphone is about an inch (2 cm -
3 cm) from the corner of your mouth, not
directly in front of it. This minimizes the
sound of your breath in the recordings,
enabling maximum recognition accuracy.
PNote
Avoid recording in a noisy place, such as on a
subway platform, in order to obtain maximum
recognition accuracy.
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Utilizing Your Computer
Disconnecting the IC Recorder from Your
Computer
Follow the procedures below; otherwise,
data may be damaged.
1Make sure that the operation indicator
does not light.
2Perform the following operation on your
computer.
On the Windows screen, left-click the
icon at the bottom of the desktop of the
computer.
t Left-click “Safely remove USB Mass
Storage Device.”
The icon can be different on different
operating systems.
On the Macintosh screen, drag the “IC
RECORDER” on the desktop to “Trash”
and drop it there.
For details on disconnecting the IC
recorder from your computer, refer to the
operating instructions supplied with your
computer.
3Make sure that the display of the IC
recorder turns off.
4Disconnect the IC recorder from the
USB port of the computer, and slide the
USB lever in the direction of the arrow to
retract the USB connector.
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Additional Information
Using a USB AC Adaptor (not supplied)
You can charge the rechargeable battery by
connecting the IC recorder to an AC outlet
using an AC-U50AD 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 time, it is
recommended that you charge the battery
repeatedly until “ ” is displayed.
It takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes to
fully charge exhausted battery.*
PNote
Your dealer may not handle some of the
optional accessories. Please ask the dealer for
detailed information.
1Connect the USB AC adaptor (not
supplied) to an AC outlet.
2Slide the USB lever of the IC recorder
and connect the IC recorder to a USB AC
adaptor.
While the battery is charging, the
remaining battery indicator are displayed
in an animation.
Now you can use the IC recorder while
changing the 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.
USB connector of the IC recorder
USB AC adaptor
(not supplied)
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Additional Information
Disconnecting the IC
recorder from the AC outlet
Follow the procedures below; otherwise,
when the IC recorder contains data files, the
files may be damaged or become
unplayable.
1If you are recording or playing back a
message, press xSTOP to put the IC
recorder into the stop mode.
2Make sure that the operation indicator
does not light.
3Disconnect the IC recorder from the
USB AC adaptor, and then disconnect
the USB AC adaptor from the AC outlet.
PNotes
• During recording (the operation indicator
lights or flashes in red) or accessing data (the
operation indicator flashes in orange),
– the IC recorder should not be connected to
or disconnected from the USB AC adaptor
connected to the AC outlet.
– the USB AC adaptor connected to the IC
recorder should not be connected to or
disconnected from the AC outlet.
Doing so may damage the data. 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.
• While a USB AC adaptor (not supplied) is
being used, the remaining battery indicator
does not appear in the display window.
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Precautions
On power
Operate the unit only on 1.5 V or 1.2 V DC.
Use one NH-AAA rechargeable battery or
one LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery.
On safety
Do not operate the unit while driving,
cycling or operating any motorized vehicle.
On handling
• Do not leave the unit in a location near
heat sources, or in a place subject to direct
sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical
shock.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into
the unit, remove the battery and have the
unit checked by qualified personnel
before operating it any further.
• Be careful not to allow water to splash on
the unit. The unit is not water-proof. In
particular, be careful in the following
situations.
– 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.
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Additional Information
On maintenance
To clean the exterior, use a soft cloth
slightly moistened in water. Do not use
alcohol, benzine or thinner.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your unit, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Backup recommendations
To avoid potential risk of data loss
caused by accidental operation or
malfunction of the IC recorder, we
recommend that you save a backup copy
of your recorded messages on a tape
recorder or to a computer, etc.
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Specifications
System requirements
Operating systems:
– Windows® 7 Ultimate
– Windows® 7 Professional
– Windows® 7 Home Premium
– Windows® 7 Home Basic
– Windows® 7 Starter
– Windows Vista® Ultimate Service Pack 1
or higher
– Windows Vista® Business Service Pack 1
or higher
– Windows Vista® Home Premium Service
Pack 1 or higher
– Windows Vista® Home Basic Service
Pack 1 or higher
– Windows® XP Media Center Edition
2005 Service Pack 3 or higher
– 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
– Windows® 2000 Professional Service
Pack 4 or higher
– Mac OS X (v10.2.8-v10.6)
– Pre-Installed
PNotes
• Operation is not guaranteed if any operating
system other than those indicated on the left
(Windows® 98 or Linux, etc.) is used.
• 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:
U.S.A.:
http://www.sony.com/recordersupport
Canada:
http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/
http://fr.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/
Hardware environment:
– Port: USB port
– Sound board: Sound cards compatible
with any of the supported Microsoft®
Windows® operating systems
PNote
• The following systems are not supported:
– Operating systems other than the ones
indicated on the left
– Personally constructed computers or
operating systems
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Additional Information
– Upgraded operating systems
– Multi-boot environment
– Multi-monitor environment
When you are using Windows®
2000 Professional
Install the driver using
“SonyRecorder_Driver.exe” in the IC
recorder.
Design and specifications
IC recorder section
Capacity (User available capacity)
ICD-UX200: 2 GB
(approx. 1.79 GB = 1,928,822,784 Byte)
ICD-UX300: 4 GB
(approx. 3.59 GB = 3,860,922,368 Byte)
A part of the memory capacity is used as a
management area.
Frequency range
• ST: 40 Hz - 20,000 Hz
• STSP: 40 Hz - 15,000 Hz
• STLP: 60 Hz - 7,500 Hz
• SP: 60 Hz - 10,000 Hz
• LP: 60 Hz - 3,400 Hz
Bit rate and sampling frequencies for
MP3 files*1
Bit rate: 32 kbps - 320 kbps, VBR
Sampling frequencies:
16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 kHz
*1The playback of MP3 files recorded using
the IC recorder is also supported. Not all
encoders are supported.
Bit rate and sampling frequencies*2 for
WMA files
Bit rate: 32 kbps - 192 kbps*3, VBR
Sampling frequencies: 44.1 kHz
*2WMA Ver. 8 Class2A is compatible,
however, MBR (Multi Bit Rate), Lossless,
Professional, and Voice are not supported.
This IC recorder cannot play back DRM
protected contents. Not all encoders are
supported.
*3The NoiseSubstitution function is not
supported, therefore, playback becomes
simple playback with 32 kbps bit rate.
Bit rate and sampling frequencies for
AAC-LC files*4
Bit rate: 16 kbps - 320 kbps, VBR
Sampling frequencies:
11.025/12/16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 kHz
*4This IC recorder cannot play back DRM
protected contents. Not all encoders are
supported.
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General
Speaker
Approx. 16 mm (21/32 in.) dia.
Input/Output
• Microphone jack (minijack, stereo)
– input for plug in power, minimum input
level 0.9 mV, 3 kilohms or lower
impedance microphone
• Headphone jack (minijack, stereo)
– output for 8 ohms - 300 ohms headphones
• USB connector
– High-Speed USB compatible
Playback speed control (DPC)
+100% to –50% (MP3)
0% to –50% (WMA/AAC-LC)
Power output
90 mW
Power requirements
One NH-AAA rechargeable battery (supplied):
1.2 V DC
One LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery (not
supplied): 1.5 V DC
Operating temperature
5°C - 35°C (41°F - 95°F)
Dimensions (w/h/d) (not incl. projecting
parts and controls) (JEITA)*5
36.6 mm × 98.5 mm × 14.6 mm
(1 1/2 in. × 4 in. × 19/32 in.)
Mass (JEITA)*5
Approx. 58 g (2 oz) including NH-AAA
rechargeable battery
*5Measured value by the standard of JEITA
(Japan Electronics and Information
Technology Industries Association)
Supplied accessories
See page 7.
Optional accessories
Active speaker SRS-M50
Electret condenser microphone ECM-CS10,
ECM-CZ10, ECM-DS70P, ECM-DS30P,
ECM-TL1
Audio connecting cable RK-G136, RK-G139
Rechargeable battery NH-AAA-B2K
USB AC adaptor AC-U50AD
Battery charger BCG-34HS2KA
Your dealer may not handle some of the above
listed optional accessories. Please ask the
dealer for detailed information.
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
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Additional Information
Maximum recording time*6*7
The maximum recording time of all the folders is as follows.
ST mode STSP mode STLP mode SP mode LP mode
ICD-UX200 22 hr.
15 min.
33 hr.
25 min.
89 hr.
15 min.
133 hr.
55 min.
535 hr.
45 min.
ICD-UX300 44 hr.
40 min.
67 hr. 178 hr.
40 min.
268 hr.
5 min.
1,072 hr.
25 min.
(hr.: hours/min.: minutes)
*6When you are going to record continuously for a long time, you may have to replace the battery
with a new one in the midst of recording. For details on the battery life, see page 90.
*7The maximum recording time varies if you record messages in mixed recording mode.
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Battery life
When using Sony NH-AAA rechargeable battery
When using Sony LR03 (SG) (size AAA) alkaline battery
Recording
mode
ST*
2
STSP*
3
STLP*
4
SP*
5
LP*
6
Music file
(128 kbps/
44.1 kHz)
Recording Approx. 11 hr. Approx. 11 hr.
30 min.
Approx. 14 hr. Approx. 12 hr. Approx. 14 hr.
30 min.
–
Playback*
7
through
speaker
Approx. 20 hr. Approx. 20 hr.
30 min.
Approx. 22 hr. Approx. 21 hr.
30 min.
Approx. 21 hr. Approx. 20 hr.
30 min.
Playback
using the
headphones
Approx. 42 hr. Approx. 43 hr.
30 min.
Approx. 49 hr.
30 min.
Approx. 50 hr. Approx. 53 hr.
30 min.
Approx. 43 hr.
30 min.
(hr.: hours/min.: minutes)
Recording
mode
ST*
2
STSP*
3
STLP*
4
SP*
5
LP*
6
Music file
(128 kbps/
44.1 kHz)
Recording Approx. 11 hr. Approx. 12 hr. Approx. 15 hr. Approx. 12 hr.
30 min.
Approx. 15 hr. –
Playback*
7
through
speaker
Approx. 26 hr.
30 min.
Approx. 27 hr.
30 min.
Approx. 29 hr. Approx. 28 hr.
30 min.
Approx. 30 hr. Approx. 27 hr.
30 min.
Playback
using the
headphones
Approx. 63 hr. Approx. 67 hr. Approx. 75 hr.
30 min.
Approx. 75 hr. Approx. 83 hr. Approx. 67 hr.
(hr.: hours/min.: minutes)
*1
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Additional Information
*1The battery life is measured in testing using methods proprietary to Sony. The battery life may
shorten depending on how you operate the IC recorder.
*2ST: Stereo high quality recording mode
*3STSP: Stereo standard recording mode
*4STLP: Stereo long play recording mode
*5SP: Monaural standard play recording mode
*6LP: Monaural long play recording mode
*7When playing back music through the internal speaker with the volume level set to 15
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Before taking the IC recorder for repair, check the following sections. Should any problem
persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Please note that recorded messages may be erased during service or repair work.
Symptom Remedy
The IC recorder cannot be
turned off.
• Slide the HOLD/POWER switch in the direction of “POWER” for
more than 2 seconds when the IC recorder is stopped (page 12).
The IC recorder cannot be
turned on.
• The power to the IC recorder is off. Slide the HOLD/POWER
switch in the direction of “POWER” for more than 1 second
(page 12).
The IC recorder is powered
off automatically.
• When 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 in the menu (page 68).
Display does not disappear.
Display appears blurred.
• Remove the protective film on the display window before you use
the IC recorder.
The IC recorder does not
operate.
• The battery has been inserted with incorrect polarity (page 9).
• The battery is weak (page 11).
• The power to the IC recorder is off. Slide the HOLD/POWER
switch in the direction of “POWER” for more than 1 second
(page 12).
• The HOLD function is activated. Slide the HOLD/POWER switch
towards the center (page 17).
No sound comes from the
speaker.
• The volume is turned down completely (page 22).
• Headphones are plugged in (page 42).
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Troubleshooting
Sound comes from the
speaker even when the
headphones are plugged in.
• If you plug in the headphones not securely during playback, the
sound may come from the speaker. Unplug the headphones, and
then insert them securely.
The operation indicator does
not light.
• “LED” is set to “OFF.” Display the menu and set “LED” to “ON”
(page 67).
“Memory Full” is displayed
and you cannot start
recording.
• The memory is full. Erase some of the messages (page 26) or
erase all the messages after you store them on your computer.
“File Full” is displayed and
you cannot operate the IC
recorder.
• 99 messages have been recorded in the selected folder or 990
messages (when there are 10 folders) in total have been recorded.
Therefore you cannot record another message, or move a message.
Erase some of the messages (page 26) or erase all the messages
after you store them on your computer.
Recording is interrupted. • The VOR function is activated. Set “VOR” to “OFF” in the menu
(page 32).
Noise is heard. • An object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubbed or
scratched the IC recorder during recording so that noise was
recorded.
• The IC recorder was placed near an AC power source, a
fluorescent lamp or a mobile phone during recording or playback.
• Plug of the connected microphone was dirty when recording.
Clean the plug.
•The
i (headphones) plug is dirty. Clean the plug.
Recording level is low. • “Mic Sensitivity” (microphone sensitivity) is set to “Low .”
• Display the menu and set “Mic Sensitivity” to “High ” or
“S-High ” (page 29).
The VOR function does not
work.
• The synchronized recording function is activated (page 37). Set
“SYNC REC” to “OFF” in the menu (page 69).
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You cannot divide a
message.
• You need a certain amount of free space in the memory to divide a
message.
• If 99 messages have been recorded in a folder, you cannot divide a
message in that folder. 99 messages have been recorded in the
selected folder. Erase some of the messages (page 26) or erase
all the messages after you store them on your computer.
• The synchronized recording function is activated (page 37). Set
“SYNC REC” to “OFF” in the menu (page 69).
• You may not be able to divide a message at the beginning or at the
end of the message because of system limitations.
• You cannot divide or move a message other than the one recorded
using the IC recorder (MP3/WMA/AAC-LC file transferred from
a computer).
• If you divide a message frequently, the unit may become unable to
divide the message further.
When recording from other
equipment, the input level is
too strong or not strong
enough.
• Connect the headphone jack of other equipment to the
m(microphone) jack of the IC recorder and adjust the volume
level on the piece of equipment connected to the IC recorder.
Playback speed is too fast or
too slow.
• The playback speed is adjusted in DPC. Slide the DPC (SPEED
CTRL) switch to “OFF” or press v or V on the control button to
adjust the speed in DPC again (page 43).
“--:--” is displayed. • You have not set the clock (page 13).
“--y--m--d” or “--:--” is
displayed on the REC Date
display.
• The date of recording will not be displayed if you recorded the
message when the clock was not set.
There are fewer menu items
displayed in the menu mode.
• The menu items displayed are different depending on the
operation modes (stop mode, playbak mode and recording mode)
(page 60).
Symptom Remedy
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Troubleshooting
The battery life is short. • The battery life on page 90 is based on playback with the volume
level set to 15. The battery life may shorten depending on the
operation of the IC recorder.
There is no battery power
remaining after you have left
the battery inserted for long
time without using the IC
recorder.
• Even if you do not use the IC recorder, the battery is consumed
slightly. The battery life in this case varies depending on humidity
or other environmental conditions. 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 (page 12) or remove the battery. Moreover,
if you set “Auto Power Off” to a short span in the menu (page 68),
you can prevent the battery from being consumed due to
forgetting to turn the IC recorder off.
There is no battery power
remaining when you
disconnect the IC recorder
from the USB AC adaptor
after you have left the IC
recorder connected for long
time, fully charged.
• Once the battery is full charged, it is not recharged automatically,
even if you leave the IC recorder connected to the USB AC
adaptor. You can use the IC recorder while it is connected to the
USB AC adaptor, but charge it again after disconnecting it.
The charging indicator is not
displayed.
• You are not using a rechargeable battery or are using a battery
other than a rechargeable battery (alkaline battery, manganese
battery, etc.)
• Rechargeable battery has been inserted with incorrect polarity.
• “USB Charge” of “Detail Menu” is set to “OFF” in the menu. To
charge the battery using your computer, set it to “ON.”
• When playing back messages using the built-in speaker, you
cannot charge the battery.
The charging indicator
disappears in the middle of
charging.
• A rechargeable battery other than an NH-AAA model or a battery
other than a rechargeable battery (alkaline battery, manganese
battery, etc.) has been inserted.
• The rechargeable battery has deteriorated.
• When playing back messages using the built-in speaker, you
cannot charge the battery.
Symptom Remedy
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“” or “” is
flashing instead of the
remaining battery indicator.
• The environmental temperature is out of the range for charging.
Charge the battery in an environment with a temperature of 5 °C -
35 °C.
The battery life of the
rechargeable battery is short.
• You are using the rechargeable battery in an environment with a
temperature of under 5 °C. Charge the battery in an environment
with a temperature of 5 °C - 35 °C.
• The IC recorder has not been used for a certain time. Charge and
discharge the rechargeable battery using the IC recorder several
times.
• Replace the old one with new rechargeable battery.
• The remaining battery indicator is displayed only for a short time,
however, the rechargeable battery is not charged completely. It
takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes to fully charge exhausted
battery.
The changed menu setting
does not function.
• If the battery is removed just after the menu setting is changed, the
menu setting may not function.
You cannot charge the
battery by connecting the IC
recorder to your computer.
• 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.
• “USB Charge” of “Detail Menu” is set to “OFF” in the menu. To
charge the battery using your computer, set it to “ON.”
• Disconnect the IC recorder from your computer and reconnect it.
• Operation is not guaranteed if you use any system requirements
other than those described on page 86.
It takes a long time for the IC
recorder to start.
• If the IC recorder is required to process a large amount of data, it
may take longer for the IC recorder to start. This is not a
malfunction of the IC recorder. Wait until the start-up display
disappears.
Symptom Remedy
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Troubleshooting
The IC recorder does not
operate correctly.
• Take out the battery and insert it again (page 9).
The IC recorder does not
operate.
• You may have formatted the memory of the IC recorder using the
computer. Use the IC recorder formatting function to format the
memory (page 69).
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 the
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 on page 86.
• Depending on the USB port position, the IC recorder may not be
recognized. If this happens, try another port.
The file transferred from
your computer cannot be
played back.
• The file format may differ from those that can be played back
using the IC recorder (MP3/WMA/AAC-LC).
The computer cannot start. • If you reboot the computer with the unit connected to the
computer, the computer may freeze or may not start properly.
Disconnect the unit from the computer and reboot the computer
again.
Symptom Remedy
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Error Messages
Error message Cause/Remedy
Low Battery Level • You cannot format the memory or erase all the files in a folder
because of insufficient battery power. Prepare a new battery to
replace the current one.
Low Battery • Battery is exhausted. Replace the old battery with a new one. Or
charge the rechargeable battery or replace the old rechargeable
battery with a new one.
Memory Full • The remaining memory capacity of the IC recorder is insufficient.
Erase some messages before recording.
File Full • When there are already 99 messages in the selected folder or the
total number of the file stored in the IC recorder becomes
maximum, you cannot record a new message. Erase some
messages before recording a message.
File Damaged • You cannot play or edit messages, because the data of the selected
file is damaged.
Format Error • The IC recorder cannot be turned on using the computer because
there is no copy of the control file required for operation. Format
the IC recorder using the formatting function in the menu.
Process Error • The IC recorder failed in memory access. Remove and then re-
insert the battery.
• Save a backup copy of your data and format the IC recorder using
the menu.
Set Date&Time • Set the clock; otherwise, you cannot set the alarm.
No File • The selected folder does not have any messages. You cannot
move a message or set the alarm, etc., because of this.
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Troubleshooting
Already Set • The selected message has already been set for alarm playback.
Select the other message.
• You set the alarm to play back a message at a date and time
previously set on another message. 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.
No Setting • If you have not set the alarm, the alarm list will not be displayed.
Make the alarm setting for “New.”
Settings are Full • You can set up to 30 alarms. Cancel unwanted alarms.
File Protected • The selected message is protected and is now a “Reading only”
file. You cannot erase it. Cancel the protection on the IC recorder
or cancel “Read only” on your computer to edit the message using
the IC recorder.
Unknown Data • This data is not in a file format that is supported by the IC
recorder. The IC recorder supports MP3 files (.mp3), WMA files
(.wma), and AAC-LC files (.m4a). See “Design and
specifications” on page 87.
• You cannot play back copyright protected files.
Invalid Operation • You cannot move a message or divide a message, because there is
more than one folder that has files with same name. Change the
file names.
• A message in the folder cannot be moved or divided.
• You cannot divide messages not recorded using the IC recorder.
New Message • The maximum recording message/music file size is 1 GB. When
the recording message/music file size exceeds the maximum size
limit, exceeded recording is recorded as a new message.
Change Folder • If there are no MP3 files in the folder, no folders are displayed
in the display window, therefore, the folder setting will be
changed.
Error message Cause/Remedy
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System Error • A system error other than the above has occurred. Remove the
battery and re-insert it.
Invalid when Noise Cut is
ON
• When the “Noise Cut” is set to “ON” in the menu, the setting of
the “Effect” menu does not work. Cancel the noise cut setting.
Error message Cause/Remedy
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Troubleshooting
System Limitations
There are some system limitations of the IC recorder. Troubles as mentioned below are not
malfunctions of the IC recorder.
Symptom Cause/Remedy
You cannot record messages
up to the maximum
recording time.
• If you record messages in a mixture of ST, STSP, STLP, SP and
LP modes, the recordable time varies from the maximum ST
mode recording time to the maximum LP mode recording time.
• 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 copied in order of transfer because of system
limitations. If you copy music files from your computer to the IC
recorder one by one, you can display and play back the music files
in copied order.
A message/music file is
automatically divided.
• The message/music file has reached the maximum size limit (1
GB), therefore it is automatically divided.
You cannot enter lower-case
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.
“s” is displayed in place of
a folder name, title, artist
name, or file name.
• A character which cannot be displayed on the IC recorder has
been used. Using your computer, replace it with one which can be
displayed on the IC recorder.
You cannot specify the
finishing point B.
• You cannot specify the finishing point B before the starting point
A that has been set.
When you set A-B Repeat
playback, the set positions
move a little.
• Depending on the files, the set positions may move.
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Display Window Guide
Display when stopped or recording
AElapsed time/Remaining time/
Recording date and time indication
B ( ) Folder name/ Message
title name/ Artist name/ File
name indication
Press v or V of the control button to
display a folder name, message title,
artist name, and file name in sequence.
CRemaining recording time indication
Displays the remaining recording time
in hours, minutes, and seconds.
If there is more than 10 hours time
remaining, the time is displayed in
hours.
If there is more than 10 minutes and
less than 10 hours time remaining, the
time is displayed in hours and minutes.
If there is less than 10 minutes time
remaining, the time is displayed in
minutes and seconds.
DOperation mode indicator
Displays the following, depending on
the current operation mode
: stop
: playback
: recording
: recording standby/recording
pause
: recording with the VOR
function
: recording pause with the
VOR function (flashing)
If you press zREC/PAUSE to pause
recording when “VOR” is set to “ON”
in the menu, only “ ” flashes.
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Troubleshooting
: Synchronized recording
: Flashes while synchronized
recording is set to pause.
: review/fast backward, cue/
fast forward
: going backward/forward
continuously
ERecording mode indicator
Displays the recording mode set using
the menu when the IC recorder is in the
stop mode, and displays the current
recording mode when the IC recorder is
in the playback or recording mode.
: Standard play stereo recording
mode with high quality sound
: Standard play stereo recording
mode
: Long play stereo recording mode
: Standard play monaural recording
mode
: Long play monaural recording
mode
Displays the following when a file is
transferred from the computer.
: MP3 files transferred
: WMA files transferred
: AAC-LC files transferred
Displays the following when the IC
recorder cannot get the recording mode
information.
: Unknown
FSelected message number/Total number
of messages in the folder
GMicrophone sensitivity indicator
Displays the microphone sensitivity.
: Recorded with the further high
recording level.
: Recorded with the high recording
level.
: Recorded with the low recording
level.
HProtect indicator
Appears when protection is set for a
message.
IAlarm indicator
Appears when the alarm is set for a
message.
JLCF (Low Cut Filter) indicator
Appears when “LCF(Low Cut)” is set
to “ON” in the menu.
KBattery indicator
When a dry battery is used, the
indicator shows the remaining battery
power.
While charging the rechargeable battery
an animation appears.
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Display during playback
LNoise cut/Effect
Displays the “Noise Cut” or “Effect”
setting in the menu.
: Noise Cut
: Pop
: Rock
: Jazz
: Bass1
: Bass2
: Custom
MRepeat playback
: Appears when one message is
played back repeatedly.
: Appears when messages in one
folder are played back repeatedly.
: Appears when all the messages
are played back repeatedly.
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Index
A
AAC-LC files ..........................................87
A-B Repeat .............................................46
Adjusting the volume ........................23, 34
Alarm ..........................................50, 60, 66
Alkaline battery ......................................90
B
Battery life ..............................................90
Built-in microphones ..............................19
C
Connecting the IC recorder to your
computer .................................................71
Copying messages ..................................74
Copying music files ................................75
Cue/Review ............................................. 42
D
Dividing a message ...........................34, 57
DPC (Digital Pitch Control) ................... 43
E
Easy Search .................................42, 60, 64
Editing messages ....................................54
Erase all ...................................................54
Erasing ....................................................26
Error messages ........................................98
F
Folder ....................................18, 22, 55, 72
H
HOLD ......................................................17
HOLD/POWER switch .....................12, 17
I
Index to parts and controls
Display window ................................102
Front ......................................................8
Rear .......................................................8
L
LCF (Low Cut Filter) ..................31, 60, 62
LP ....................................29, 60, 62, 89, 90
M
Maintenance ............................................85
Menu
Alarm ............................................60, 66
Auto Power Off .............................61, 68
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Backlight ....................................... 60, 68
Beep ..............................................60, 67
Date&Time ...................................60, 67
Detail Menu ..................................60, 67
Display ..........................................60, 65
Easy Search ..................................60, 64
Effect ............................................60, 64
Erase All .......................................60, 66
Format ...........................................61, 69
Language ......................................61, 68
LCF(Low Cut) ..............................60, 62
LED ..............................................60, 67
Making settings ..................................59
Menu settings ......................................60
Mic Sensitivity .............................. 60, 62
Move .............................................60, 66
Noise Cut ......................................60, 63
Play Mode .....................................60, 65
Protect ...........................................60, 66
REC Mode .................................... 60, 62
Select Input ...................................61, 69
SYNC REC ...................................61, 69
Time Display ................................60, 67
USB Charge .................................. 61, 68
VOR ..............................................60, 63
Microphone sensitivity ...............29, 60, 62
Monitoring the recording ........................34
Moving a message .......................55, 60, 66
MP3 files .................................................87
N
Noise .......................................................84
Noise Cut .....................................47, 60, 63
P
Pause recording .......................................20
Playback ............................................22, 42
Playback modes ...........................45, 60, 65
Precautions ..............................................84
R
Rechargeable battery ...........................9, 90
Recharging the battery ..............................9
Recording ..........................................18, 28
Recording from a telephone ....................37
Recording from other equipment ............37
Recording mode ..........................28, 60, 62
Recording time ........................................89
Recording with an external microphone .36
Recording with other equipment .............53
Remaining battery indicator ....................11
Review ....................................................20
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S
Selecting the sound effect ...........48, 60, 64
Setting the clock .....................................13
Setting the language ....................15, 61, 68
SP ....................................29, 60, 62, 89, 90
Specifications ..........................................86
ST ....................................29, 60, 62, 89, 90
STLP ...............................29, 60, 62, 89, 90
STSP ...............................29, 60, 62, 89, 90
Synchronized recording ..............38, 61, 69
System Limitations ...............................101
T
Troubleshooting ......................................92
U
USB AC adaptor .....................................82
USB Memory ..........................................78
V
Voice recognition software .....................79
VOR (Voice Operated Recording) ..32, 60,
63
W
WMA files ..............................................87
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Trademarks
• Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows
Media are registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or
other countries.
• Apple, Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of
Apple Inc., registered in the USA and other
countries.
• 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.
• MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and
patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
All other trademarks and registered trademarks are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their
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