ICD-SX712 English 71

4-265-039-71(1)
IC Recorder
Operating Instructions
Getting Started Basic Operations Other Recording Operations Other Playback Operations Editing Files About the Menu Function Utilizing Your Computer Additional Information Troubleshooting Index
ICD-SX712
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Notice for users

All rights reserved. This manual or the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated or reduced to any machine readable form without prior written approval from Sony Corporation. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY CORPORATION BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice. The software described herein may also be governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement. This software is for Windows and cannot be used for Macintosh. The supplied connecting cable is for the IC recorder ICD-SX712. You cannot connect other IC recorders.
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. 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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What you record is for personal enjoyment and use only. Copyright laws prohibit other forms of use without the permission of the copyright holders. The use of Memory Stick media for recording copyright-protected graphics or other data is limited to the restrictions specified under applicable copyright laws. Any use beyond those restriction is prohibited.
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Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows Media are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the USA and other countries. Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. microSD and microSDHC logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.
This product supports Memory Stick Micro (M2) media. M2 is an abbreviated form of Memory Stick Micro. Hereinafter, M2 is used in this document.
Memory Stick Micro, M2 and are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. MagicGate is a trademark of Sony Corporation. 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. US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Furthermore, and are not mentioned in each case in this manual. The Sound Organizer uses software modules as shown below: Windows Media Format Runtime
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Table of Contents
Getting Started
Step 1: Checking the Contents of the Package .....................................................8 Index to parts and controls ...................9 Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) ..............................................11 Step 2: Recharging the Batteries .............12 Recharging the batteries using a computer .............................................12 Recharging the batteries using a USB AC adaptor ..........................................14 When to charge/replace the batteries ...............................................14 Step 3: Turning the IC Recorder On .......15 Turning the power on .........................15 Turning the power off .........................15 Step 4: Setting the Clock ........................16 Setting the clock after recharging the batteries ...............................................16 Setting the clock using the menu ........16 Step 5: Setting the Language to Be Used in the Display Window ...........................19
Other Recording Operations

Changing the Recording Settings ............33 Switching the directionality of the built-in microphones ...........................33 Selecting a recording scene for each situation ...............................................34 Manual recording ................................39 Adding a recording to a previously recorded file ........................................40 Adding an overwrite recording during playback ..............................................42 Recording a few seconds in advance the pre-recording function ...............43 Starting to record automatically in response to sound the VOR function .............................45 Recording on a Memory Card .................47 Recording across memory media cross-memory recording ..................50 Recording via Other Devices ..................52 Recording with an external microphone .........................................52 Recording from other equipment ........53 Operating during Recording ....................57 Monitoring the recording ....................57
Basic Operations
Recording .......................................20 Listening .........................................25 Erasing ............................................31
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Other Playback Operations

Changing the Playback Settings .............58 Convenient playback methods ............58 Selecting a recording date from the calendar and playing back ..................59 Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer the noise cut function ...........60 Adjusting the playback sound by amplifying inaudible sound the digital voice up function ............61 Adjusting the playback speed and tones the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) function, key control ............63 Selecting the sound effect ...................64 Selecting the playback mode ..............66 Playing Back a File at a Desired Time with an Alarm .........................................68 Playback via Other Devices ....................71 Recording with other equipment ........71
Dividing a File ........................................79 Dividing a file at the current position ...............................................79 Dividing a file at all the track mark positions ..............................................80 Changing a Folder Name ........................82 Protecting a File ......................................84
About the Menu Function

Making Settings for the Menu ................85 Menu Settings .........................................86
Utilizing Your Computer

Using the IC Recorder with Your Computer ...............................................103 Connecting the IC recorder to your computer ...........................................103 Structure of folders and files .............104 Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer ...................................108 Copying Files from the IC Recorder to Your Computer .....................................110 Copying Music Files from Your Computer to the IC Recorder and Playing Them Back ...............................111 Copying a music file from your computer to the IC recorder (drag and drop) .................................111 Playing back music files copied from your computer using the IC recorder ........................................111
Editing Files
Arranging Files in a Folder .....................72 Moving a file to a different folder ......72 Copying a file to the other memory media ..................................................73 Erasing all files in a folder ..................74 Using a Track Mark ................................76 Adding a track mark ...........................76 Erasing a track mark ...........................77 Erasing all the track marks in the selected file at one time ......................77 6
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Using the IC Recorder as USB Memory ................................................. 113 Using the Supplied Sound Organizer Software ................................................114 What you can do using Sound Organizer ..........................................114 System requirements for your computer ........................................... 115 Installing Sound Organizer ...............117 The Sound Organizer window .......... 118
Additional Information
Using a USB AC Adaptor .....................120 Disconnecting the IC recorder from the AC outlet ..................................... 121 Precautions ............................................ 122 Specifications ........................................ 125 System requirements ........................125 Design and specifications ................. 126 Battery life ........................................ 130
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ....................................132 Message List ......................................... 142 System Limitations ............................... 147 Display Window Guide ........................149 Index .....................................................154
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Getting Started
Step 1: Checking the Contents of the Package

IC Recorder (1) Application software, Sound Organizer (CD-ROM) (1) Application software, Dragon NaturallySpeaking (DVD-ROM)* (1) Carrying pouch (1)
Remove the film on the display window before you use the IC recorder.
Stereo headphones (1)
NH-AAA (size AAA) rechargeable batteries* (2) LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries* (2) Battery case* (1) Operating Instructions
USB connecting cable (1) Wind screen* (1)
Use this to cover the built-in microphones.
Cradle* (1) Stand (1)
The operating instructions are stored as PDF files in the built-in memory of the IC recorder. * The wind screen, cradle, application software, Dragon NaturallySpeaking (DVD-ROM), NH-AAA (size AAA) rechargeable batteries, LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries and battery case are supplied with some models in some regions only. 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
K L M N O P
POWER/HOLD switch MENU button VOLUME /+* button (repeat) A-B button ERASE button Strap hole (A strap is not supplied.)
Getting Started
Rear
A B C D E F G H
Built-in microphones (stereo) Operation indicator Display window SCENE button (folder) button x STOP button z REC (record)/PAUSE button Control button (v, V / . (review/fast backward), > (cue/fast forward)) I N (play)/ENT (enter) button* J T-MARK (Track mark) button
Q R S T U V
Speaker NOISE CUT switch DPC(SPEED)/KEY CTRL switch Battery compartment m (microphone) jack* i (headphone) jack 9
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W M2/microSD memory card slot X (USB) connector

* 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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Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD)

You can disable all the buttons (HOLD) in order to prevent unintentional operations when you carry the IC recorder, etc.
To release the IC recorder from the HOLD status
To put the IC recorder in the HOLD status
Getting Started
Slide the POWER/HOLD switch towards the center. P Note

When the HOLD function is activated during recording, all the button operations are disabled. To stop recording, cancel the HOLD function first. z Tip Even if the HOLD function is activated, you can stop the alarm playback by pressing any button. (You cannot stop normal playback.)
Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in the direction of HOLD. HOLD will appear for approximately 3 seconds, indicating that all the button operations are disabled.
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Step 2: Recharging the Batteries

P Note
The NH-AAA (size AAA) rechargeable batteries are supplied with some models in some regions only.
2 Connect the IC recorder to your

computer. Use the USB connecting cable supplied with the IC recorder to connect the (USB) connector of the IC recorder and the USB port of your computer.
Computer IC recorder
Recharging the batteries using a computer

Remove the film on the display window before you use the IC recorder. Connect the IC recorder to a running computer, and charge the batteries until the battery indicator indicates . It takes about 4 hours to fully charge exhausted batteries.*
To USB port of your computer
To (USB) connector
1 Insert rechargeable batteries.

Slide and lift the battery compartment lid, insert two NH-AAA rechargeable batteries with correct polarity, and close the lid.
USB connecting cable
While the batteries are charging, Connecting and the battery indicator are displayed in an animation.
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For details on disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your computer. Battery indicator
3 Disconnect the IC recorder from the
USB port of the computer.

* 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 batteries. It also takes more time if the temperature of the batteries are low, or if the batteries are charged while you are transferring data to the IC recorder.
When the batteries are fully charged, the battery indicator will indicate .
Getting Started
3 Disconnect 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.
1 Make sure that the operation indicator
P Note
If the battery indicator is not displayed in an animation, charging has not been done properly. See Troubleshooting on page 132.
of the IC recorder does not light.

2 Perform the following operation on
your computer. On a Windows screen, left-click the icon at the bottom of the desktop of the computer.
When using fully charged batteries or LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries
Follow the step 1. P Note
You cannot charge LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries.
t Left-click Eject IC RECORDER.

The icon and menu displayed can be different on different operating systems.
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z Tips Do not use manganese batteries for this IC recorder. When replacing the batteries, files recorded or alarm settings are not erased even when you remove the batteries. When replacing the batteries, the clock continues moving for about 1 day after you remove the batteries.
Battery remain indication

: Low Battery Level appears. Charge the rechargeable batteries or replace the old batteries with new ones. m : Low Battery appears and the IC recorder will stop operation.
Recharging the batteries using a USB AC adaptor

You can also charge the batteries by using an AC-U501AD USB AC adaptor, etc. (not supplied) (page 120).
When to charge/replace the batteries

The battery indicator on the display shows the battery condition in an animation.
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Step 3: Turning the IC Recorder On

Turning the power on
z Tips When you are not going to use the IC recorder for a long time, we recommend to turn off the IC recorder. When the IC recorder is in the stop mode, and you leave the IC recorder without attempting an operation for a certain length of time, the auto power off function will take effect. (The length of time before auto power off is set to 10min when you purchase the IC recorder.) You can select the length of time before auto power off takes effect in the menu (page 101).
Getting Started
Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in the direction of POWER for more than 1 second. The IC recorder is turned on, and the Accessing... animation is displayed.
Turning the power off

Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in the direction of POWER for more than 2 seconds, and the Power Off animation is displayed.
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Step 4: Setting the Clock

MENU
Select the last two digits of the year when you set the year.
x STOP N/ENT v, V .
2 Press x STOP to return to the stop mode

display.
You need to set the clock to use the alarm function or record the date and time. When you insert batteries for the first time, or when you insert batteries after the IC recorder has been without batteries for more than 1 day, the Set Date&Time animation appears, and then the year section begins to flash in the clock setting display window.
Setting the clock using the menu

While the IC recorder is in the stop mode, you can set the clock using the menu.
1 Select Date&Time in the menu.

1 Press MENU to enter the menu mode.
The menu mode window will be displayed.
Setting the clock after recharging the batteries
1 Press v or V on the control button to set

the year, month, day, hour, and minute in sequence, and then press N/ENT. 16
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2 Press . on the control button, press v or V on the control button to select
3 Press v or V on the control button to

select 10y1m1d, and then press N/ ENT.
the (IC recorder setting) tab, and then press N/ENT. 3 Press v or V on the control button to select Date&Time, and then press N/ENT.
Getting Started
4 Press v or V on the control button to set 2 Press v or V on the control button to

select Auto or Manual, and then press N/ENT. the year, month, day, hour, and minute in sequence, and then press N/ENT. Select the last two digits of the year when you set the year.
When you selected Auto, the clock is automatically adjusted using the clock in the computer connected to the IC recorder and on which the supplied Sound Organizer software is started. When you select Manual, proceed to the next steps.
5 Press x STOP to exit the menu mode.

P Note
If you do not press N/ENT within 1 minute of entering the clock setting data, the clock setting mode is canceled and the window will return to the display of the stop mode.
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To display the current date and time

While the IC recorder is in the stop mode, press x STOP to display the current date and time for about 3 seconds.
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Step 5: Setting the Language to Be Used in the Display Window

x STOP N/ENT v, V
select the language that you want to use, and then press N/ENT.
Getting Started
You can select the language to be used for messages, menus, folder names, file names, etc. from 3 languages.
1 Select the
You can select the following languages. English, Espaol (Spanish), Franais (French)
(IC recorder setting) tab t Language in the menu, and then press N/ENT.
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Basic Operations
Recording
P Notes
Before making a recording, be sure to check the battery indicator (page 14). Noise may be recorded if an object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubs or scratches the IC recorder during recording. z Tip Before you start recording, we recommend you make a trial recording first, or monitor the recording (page 57).
Switching the directionality of the built-in microphones
1 Change the angle of the built-in microphones manually

according to the direction you want to record (page 33).
Built-in microphones
Selecting a folder
1 Slide the POWER/HOLD switch towards the center to

release the IC recorder from the HOLD status (page 11).
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2 Press
to display the folder selection window.
3 Press . on the control button, press v or V on the

control button to select the (Voice) tab, and then press > on the control button.
v, V ., >
Basic Operations
P Note
Only the (Voice) tab will be displayed when you purchase the IC recorder. The (Music) tab and the (Podcast) tab will be displayed when you transfer files from your computer (page 111, 115). The (Built-in memory) tab will be displayed when you insert a memory card into the IC recorder (page 48).
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4 Press v or V on the control button to select the folder in

which you want to record files. When you purchase the IC recorder, there are 5 folders already available ( FOLDER01-05).
v V
5 Press N/ENT.
N/ENT
Starting to record (Auto (AGC) recording)
1 Turn the built-in microphones in the direction of the

source to be recorded.
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2 Press z REC/PAUSE in the stop mode.

The operation indicator lights in red. You do not need to press and hold z REC/PAUSE while recording. The new file will be automatically recorded after the last recorded file.
Operation indicator
z REC/ PAUSE
Basic Operations
To stop recording
1 Press x STOP.
The operation indicator flashes in orange and the IC recorder stops at the beginning of the current recording file.
x STOP
Note while accessing

The IC recorder is recording data and storing it on the memory media when the operation indicator flashes in orange. While the IC recorder is accessing data, do not remove the batteries or connect or disconnect the USB AC adaptor (not supplied). Doing so may damage the data.
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Other operations
pause recording* Press z REC/PAUSE. During recording pause, the operation indicator flashes in red and begins to flash in the display window. Press z REC/PAUSE again. Recording resumes from that point. (To stop recording after pausing recording, press x STOP.) Press N/ENT. Recording stops and playback starts from the beginning of the file just recorded.
release pause and resume recording review the current recording instantly**
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. ** You cannot select this function in the manual recording mode.
z Tips You can record up to 199 files in each folder. You can make new folders or erase unwanted folders using the supplied Sound Organizer software (page 114). When a memory card has been inserted, you can continue recording a file by changing the location of the folder used to store the file from the built-in memory to the memory card automatically after the built-in memory is full (Cross-memory recording) (page 50).
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Listening
Starting playback

2 Press
.
Basic Operations
3 Press . on the control button, press v or V on the

control button to select the (Voice) tab, the (Music) tab, or the (Podcast) tab, and then press > on the control button.
v, V ., >
4 Press v or V on the control button to select the folder.
v V
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5 Press > on the control button.

>
6 Press v or V on the control button to select the file you

want to play.
v V
7 Press N/ENT.
Playback will start soon, and the operation indicator will light in green. (When LED is set to OFF in the menu (page 98), the operation indicator does not light.)
Operation indicator
N/ENT
8 Press VOLUME /+ to adjust the volume.

VOLUME /+
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To stop playback
1 Press x STOP.
x STOP
Other operations
stop at the current position Press N/ENT. To resume playback from that point, press N/ENT (Playback Pause function) again.
Basic Operations
go back to the beginning of Press . on the control button once.*1*2 the current file go back to previous files skip to the next file Press . on the control button repeatedly. (During the stop mode, keep the button pressed to go back the files continuously.*3) Press > on the control button once.*1*2
skip to the succeeding files Press > on the control button repeatedly. (During the stop mode, keep the button pressed to skip the files continuously.* 3)
*1 When a track mark is set, the IC recorder goes backward or forward to the track mark before or after the current point (page 76). *2 These operations are for when Easy Search is set to OFF (page 58). *3 In the continuous searching mode, the IC recorder does not locate track marks.
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About the tab view

The recordable area and the playback-only area of folders stored on the IC recorder are managed separately, and are displayed with tabs. When you choose a folder, you can move to one of those areas by switching a tab.
Tabs
(Voice): Recordable area. This is the area used to manage files recorded with the IC recorder. (Music): Playback-only area. This is the area used to manage music files transferred from your computer. (Podcast): Playback-only area. This is the area used to manage podcast files transferred from your computer. (Built-in memory) or (External memory): You can switch between the built-in memory and external memory (memory card) of the IC recorder (page 49). Only the (Voice) tab will be displayed when you purchase the IC recorder. The (Music) tab and the (Podcast) tab will be displayed when you transfer files from your computer (page 111, 115). The (Built-in memory) tab will be displayed when you insert a memory card into the IC recorder (page 48).
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Display when playing back a file
A File information Press v or V on the control button to check the file information during playback. A file recorded using the IC recorder is displayed as follows.
Basic Operations
: Folder name: FOLDER01-FOLDER05 : File name: Date_file number (e.g. 100101_001)
: Artist name (e.g. My Recording) : Title: Date_file number (e.g. 100101_001)
Playback level meter
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B Counter information You can select the display mode in the menu (page 98). Elapsed time: The elapsed playback time of one file Remaining time: The remaining playback time of one file Recording date: Date recorded Recording time: Time recorded C Remaining 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
P Note
Once a recording has been erased, you cannot retrieve it.
Selecting a file and erasing it

Basic Operations
2 Select the file you want to erase when the IC recorder is

in the stop or playback mode.
3 Press ERASE.
Erase? is displayed and the specified file is played back for confirmation.
ERASE
4 Press v or V on the control button to select Execute.
v V
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5 Press N/ENT.
The Erasing... animation appears in the display window and the selected file will be erased. When a file is erased, the remaining files will advance so that there will be no space between files.
N/ENT
To cancel erasing
1 Select Cancel in step 4 of Selecting a file and

erasing it, and then press N/ENT.
N/ENT
To erase another file

Proceed with steps 2 through 5 in Selecting a file and erasing it.
To erase a part of a file

Divide the file into two files first (page 79), and then proceed with steps 2 through 5 in Selecting a file and erasing it.
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Changing the Recording Settings

Switching the directionality of the built-in microphones
The built-in microphones are unidirectional. You can change the angle of the built-in microphones manually.
Rotating both capsules of the built-in microphones to face the outside (120 position)
Rotating both capsules of the built-in microphones in the same direction (0 position)
You can record the sound directly in front of the built-in microphones. This is convenient when you want to record a sound source in a particular direction, such as a voice note, an interview, etc.
The microphone on the right records sound from the right; the microphone on the left records sound from the left. You can thus obtain dynamic stereo sound recording, therefore this position is recommended for recording a sound source, such as a conference, a musical performance, etc.
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Selecting a recording scene for each situation

SCENE
x STOP
(Meeting)
N/ENT v, V
To record in a variety of situations, such as recording in a spacious conference room.
To record dictation with a (Voice Notes) microphone in front of your mouth. (Interview) To record human voice at a distance of 1 to 2 meters (40 to 80 in.). When you rotate both capsules of the built-in microphones in the same direction (0 position), the directionality effect of the microphones will be improved. To record acoustic guitar, piano, violin, or other instrumental sounds at a distance of 2 to 3 meters (80 to 120 in.). Use to store your favorite settings.
According to various recording scene, you can change the items for recording, such as REC Mode (page 89), REC Level (page 90), etc., to the recommended settings in bulk. You can change the settings for each item.
1 Press SCENE in the stop mode.

The Scene Select window will be displayed.
(Music)

select the scene you want, and then press N/ENT.
(My Scene)
P Notes
You cannot set a scene during recording.
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When 60 seconds have passed without any operation after the Scene Select window appears in step 1, the stop mode display will be displayed.
Recording a voice note

Set the angle of the built-in microphones to 0 (page 33).
There are ways of making settings to record well other than using scene selection.
Recording at a meeting
When you record a voice coming from a specific direction, set the angle of the built-in microphones to 0. When you record voices from unspecified directions, set the angle of the built-in microphones to 120 (page 33). By placing the IC recorder on the supplied stand, you can record with clear and low-noise sound, without vibration noise from the desk.
Recording an interview
Set the angle of the built-in microphones to 0 (page 33).
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Recording music
Set the angle of the built-in microphones to 120 (page 33). By attaching a tripod (not supplied) using the supplied stand, you can adjust the angles of the IC recorder and the built-in microphones more precisely.
Sound source
To change the Scene Select settings using the menu
1 Select the
(Recording) tab t Scene Edit in the menu, and then press N/ ENT.
Approx. 2 to 3 meters (80 to 120 in.)

select the scene you want to change the settings, and then press N/ENT.
Set up the IC recorder with the display window facing up, and with the built-in microphones pointing to the sound source.
Tripod (not supplied)
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select Edit from Current Setting or Edit, and then press N/ENT.

select Edit Complete, and then press
N/ENT.

select the menu item you want to change, and then press N/ENT.

To set the menu item settings of the Scene Select to the default values
1 Select Set Default Value in step 3 of 5 Press v or V on the control button to

select a setting item, and then press N/ ENT. For details on the menu items and settings, see pages 89 through 93. To change the Scene Select settings using the menu, and then press N/ ENT. Default Value? will be displayed.

select Execute, and then press N/ ENT. The menu item settings will be set to the default settings.
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Default settings
For details on the menu items and settings, see pages 89 through 93.
(Meeting) (Voice Notes) REC Mode REC Level REC Level Value MP3 192kbps Medium MP3 128kbps Low (Interview) MP3 192kbps Medium REC Mode REC Level REC Level Value
(Music) LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit Low(Music)
(My Scene) LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit Manual 10
LCF(Low OFF Cut) LIMITER VOR OFF OFF MIC IN
OFF ON OFF MIC IN
LCF(Low ON Cut) LIMITER VOR SYNC REC Select Input OFF OFF MIC IN
ON OFF OFF MIC IN
ON OFF OFF MIC IN
SYNC REC Select Input
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Manual recording
2 Select a folder.
For details, see Selecting a folder (page 20).
x STOP z REC/PAUSE N/ENT ., >
3 Turn the built-in microphones in the

direction of the source to be recorded.
4 Press and hold z REC/PAUSE.

The IC recorder enters the recording standby mode. When the microphones pick up sound, the level meter in the display window moves.
When you set REC Level to Manual , you can adjust the recording level manually, according to the sound source. If necessary, you can also utilize the LIMITER setting (page 91) in the menu to reduce sound distortion.
1 Set REC Level to Manual

the menu (page 90).
in
5 Press . or > on the control button

to adjust the recording level, depending on the sound source.
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You can check the recording level value with the peak meter of the display window. Adjust the level closer to 12 dB, into a range that is appropriate for your sound source. If is displayed, press . on the control button to adjust the recording level down so that is not displayed, to prevent sound distortion.
OVER indicator Adjust the maximum level of the sound to about 12 dB.
7 To start recording, press z REC/

PAUSE.
8 To stop recording, press x STOP.

P Notes
In the manual recording mode, you cannot record with the VOR function (page 45). In the manual recording mode, you cannot review the current recording, even if you press N/ENT.
Press and hold . or > on the control button to change the REC Level value continuously. The sound level is also displayed as a number right side of the level meter.
Adding a recording to a previously recorded file

x STOP z REC/PAUSE N/ENT v, V
6 Make other settings according to the

state of recording. If necessary, utilize the LIMITER setting in the menu (page 91).
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When Add/Overwrite in the menu is set to Add, you can add a recording to the file being played back. The added recording will be placed after the current file, and will be counted as a part of the file.
During playback of file 3 File 3 File 4

select Add, and then press N/ENT.
Add/Overwrite is set to OFF when you purchase the IC recorder.

After adding a recording File 3 Added recording File 4
3 Press x STOP to exit the menu mode. 4 When the file to be added is played back,
press z REC/PAUSE. Add REC? will be displayed. For details on playback, see page 25.
Select the file to which you want to add a recording first.
1 Select the
(Recording) tab t Add/ Overwrite in the menu, and then press N/ENT.
5 While Add REC? is displayed, press

z REC/PAUSE. The operation indicator will turn red. Then recording starts.

P Notes
You cannot add a recording when the file has reached the maximum size limit (2 GB with LPCM files and 1 GB with MP3 files). You cannot add a recording to an LPCM file or an MP3 file that was not recorded using
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the IC recorder. Moreover, when you edit files using the supplied Sound Organizer software, adding a recording to the files may not be possible. The REC Mode of an additional recording is the same as the added file. If 10 minutes have passed after step 4, you must start the procedure again from step 4.
The starting point of an overwrite recording File 2 File 3 File 4
The erased part of File 2
Adding an overwrite recording during playback

File 2
File 3
File 4
Added overwrite recording in File 2
Select the file to which you want to add an overwrite recording first.
1 Select the
(Recording) tab t Add/ Overwrite in the menu, and then press N/ENT.
When Add/Overwrite in the menu is set to Overwrite, you can add an overwrite recording after a selected point in a recorded file. The part of the file after the selected point is erased.
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select Overwrite, and then press N/ ENT.
Add/Overwrite is set to OFF when you purchase the IC recorder.
3 Press x STOP to exit the menu mode. 4 When the file to be added is played back,
press z REC/PAUSE at the position where you want to overwrite the file. Overwrite REC? will be displayed. For details on playback, see page 25.
overwrite recording to an LPCM file, even if the file has reached the maximum size limit (2 GB), when the beginning of the point to be overwritten has not reached the maximum size limit. You cannot add an overwrite recording to an LPCM file or MP3 file which was not recorded using the IC recorder. Moreover, when you edit files using the supplied Sound Organizer software, adding an overwrite recording to the files may not be possible. The REC Mode of an additional overwrite recording is the same as the added file. If 10 minutes have passed after step 4, you must start the procedure again from step 4.
Recording a few seconds in advance the pre-recording function

5 While Overwrite REC? is displayed,

press z REC/PAUSE. The operation indicator will turn red. Then recording starts.

P Notes
You cannot add an overwrite recording to an MP3 file when the file has reached the maximum size limit (1 GB). You can add an
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seconds prior to the point when you press z REC/PAUSE. This is useful for recording during interviews or when making an open-air recording so that you will not miss an opportunity to start recording.
Sounds for 5 seconds are buffered in the memory.
3 Press x STOP to exit the menu mode. 4 Select a folder. 5 Press and hold z REC/PAUSE.
The IC recorder enters the recording standby mode. Pre-recording starts and sounds for a maximum of the last 5 seconds are buffered in the memory.
Press z REC/PAUSE to enter the recording standby mode.
Press z REC/ PAUSE. Recording starts. Displays how long the sound is buffered in the memory.
1 Select the
(Recording) tab t PRE REC in the menu, and then press N/ ENT.
6 To start recording, press z REC/

PAUSE. The standby for recording mode is released, and recording continues from the sound buffered in step 5.

P Notes

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If you start recording with pre-recording function using the built-in microphones, a click noise may be recorded when you press z REC/PAUSE. To record with pre-recording function, we recommend using an external microphone.
When the remaining recordable time is less than 10 seconds, the pre-recording function is disabled. Before starting to use the pre-recording function, erase unwanted files. When 60 minutes have passed after the IC recorder entered the standby mode in step 5, the standby mode will be canceled and recording stops. If you stop recording before step 6, sounds buffered in the memory will not be saved.
recorder detects sound, and pause when no sound is heard, eliminating recording during soundless periods.
1 Select the
(Recording) tab t VOR in the menu when the IC recorder is in the stop or recording mode, and then press N/ENT.
To cancel the pre-recording function

Set PRE REC to OFF in step 2.
Starting to record automatically in response to sound the VOR function


select ON, and then press N/ENT. VOR is set to OFF when you purchase the IC recorder.
3 Press x STOP to exit the menu mode. 4 Press z REC/PAUSE.

window. appears in the display
You can set the VOR (Voice Operated Recording) function to ON, to make the IC recorder start recording when the IC
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Set VOR to OFF in step 2. P Notes
The VOR function is affected by the sound around you. Set REC Level in the menu according to the recording conditions. If recording is not satisfactory after you have changed the REC Level setting, or for an important recording, set VOR to OFF in the menu. If you press z REC/PAUSE to pause recording during VOR recording, only flashes. During manual recording (page 39), pre-recording (page 43), and synchronized recording (page 54), the VOR function does not work.
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Recording on a Memory Card

Memory Stick Micro (M2) media: Up to 16 GB is supported. microSD card: A microSD (FAT16) card smaller than 2 GB and a microSDHC (FAT32) card from 4 GB to 32 GB are supported. A memory card of 64 MB or less is not supported. The microSD/microSDHC cards that have been tested according to our standards are as follows. microSD/microSDHC cards
Supplier
SONY Toshiba
Insert microSD card with the terminal side facing toward you.*
x STOP z REC/PAUSE N/ENT v, V .

Insert M2 with the label side facing toward you.* * When you are inserting a memory card with the back side of the IC recorder facing toward you.
2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB
a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
Panasonic SanDisk
In addition to the built-in memory, you can record files on a memory card.
a: Operation tested : Operation not tested As of September 2010
About compatible memory cards

Memory cards that you can use with the IC recorder are as follows: 47
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For ICD-SX712, the operational tests performed were using memory cards available as of September 2010. For the latest information about the memory cards that have been tested, please access the support home page for the IC recorder: http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/ http://fr.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/
1 Open the cover of the memory card slot

in the stop mode.
2 Insert an M2 or microSD card, in the

direction shown in the illustration on page 47, securely to the end of the slot until it clicks into place. Then close the cover.
In this manual, M2 and microSD cards are generally referred to as a memory card. The M2/microSD card slot is referred to as the memory card slot. Due to the file system specifications of the IC recorder, you can record and play back an LPCM file smaller than 2 GB, and an MP3/LPEC/WMA/AAC-LC file smaller than 1 GB using a memory card.
You can record up to 4,074 files on an M2 media.
To remove a memory card

Push the memory card into the slot. When it pops out, remove it from the memory card slot.
Structure of folders and files

5 folders are created in a memory card in addition to those in the built-in memory. The structure of folders and files is somewhat different from that of the built-in memory (page 106). P Notes
Do not insert or remove a memory card during recording/playback/formatting. Doing so may cause a malfunction of the IC recorder. Do not remove a memory card while the Accessing... animation appears in the display window. Doing so may damage the data. If a memory card is not recognized, remove it and then insert it into the IC recorder again.
P Note
Operations of all types of compatible memory cards are not guaranteed.
To insert a memory card

Before recording, be sure to copy all the data stored on the memory card to your computer and format the memory card on the IC recorder (page 102) so it contains no data. 48
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Close the cover of the memory card slot firmly. Also, do not insert any liquid, metal, flammable or any object other than a memory card into the slot. Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or malfunctions.
then the folder selection window will be displayed.
To switch the IC recorder destination to the memory card (from the folder selection window)
4 Press x STOP to return to the stop mode

display.
1 Press
. The folder selection window will be displayed.
To use the built-in memory

Select Built-In Memory in step 3.
2 Press . on the control button, press v

or V on the control button to select the (Built-in memory) tab, and then press N/ENT.
To switch the IC recorder destination to the memory card (from the menu)

select Memory Card, and then press
N/ENT.
1 Select the
(IC recorder setting) tab t Select Memory in the menu, and then press N/ENT.
The to the
(Built-in memory) tab changes (External memory) tab, and
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select Memory Card, and then press N/ENT.
To start recording
Select the folder and then press z REC/ PAUSE. For auto (AGC) recording, see page 22. For manual recording, see page 39.
Select Memory is set to Built-In Memory when you purchase the IC recorder. If the memory card has already been formatted, proceed to step 5.
Recording across memory media cross-memory recording

x STOP N/ENT v, V
3 When the memory card is not formatted,

select the (IC recorder setting) tab t Format in the menu, and then press N/ENT. Erase All Data? will be displayed.

select Execute, and then press N/ ENT.

To use the built-in memory
Select Built-In Memory in step 2.
When the memory media currently being used becomes full during recording, the IC recorder automatically switches its destination to the other memory media and continues recording (Cross-memory recording).
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1 Select the
(Recording) tab t Cross-Memory REC in the menu, and then press N/ENT.

select ON, and then press N/ENT. Cross-Memory REC is set to OFF when you purchase the IC recorder.

To cancel cross-memory recording
Set Cross-Memory REC to OFF in step 2.
P Notes If the other memory media is also full, a message is displayed and the IC recorder stops recording. When you play back the original file recorded with cross-memory recording, the IC recorder does not play the succeeding file automatically. Before attempting cross-memory recording, check to see if the IC recorder can switch the memory media to Memory Card in advance (page 49). Even if you insert a memory card into the IC recorder during recording, cross-memory recording will not work. When you are recording files with cross-memory recording, the sound may be partially interrupted after the memory media has been switched.
When the current memory media becomes full during recording

The Continue REC in Other Memory animation appears in the display window. Recording continues as a new file in a recordable folder of the smallest folder number available for the other memory media. A new file created with a new file name. 51
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Recording via Other Devices

Recording with an external microphone
m (microphone) jack

select MIC IN, and then press N/ ENT.
Stereo microphone
z REC/PAUSE x STOP N/ENT v, V
Select Input is set to MIC IN when you purchase the IC recorder.
3 Press x STOP to exit the menu mode. 4 Press z REC/PAUSE to start recording.
The built-in microphones are automatically cut off. If the input level is not strong enough, adjust the REC Level setting on the IC recorder. When a plug in power type microphone is connected, power is automatically supplied to the microphone from the IC recorder.
z Recommended microphones You can use the Sony ECM-CS10 electret condenser microphone (not supplied).
1 Connect 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 93).
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To record 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. Insert the earphone of the microphone into your ear, then, while holding the receiver to the ear with the earphone in it, connect the plug of the earphone to the (microphone) jack of the IC recorder. P Notes
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 (page 45) 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

m (microphone) jack
CD player, etc.
z REC/PAUSE x STOP N/ENT

v, V
You can make music files without using the computer by recording sound from other equipment connected to the IC recorder.
z Tips 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 m (microphone) jack of the IC recorder and adjust the volume level on the piece of equipment connected to the IC recorder.
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To record using the synchronized recording function

The IC recorder pauses when no sound is detected for more than 2 seconds. The IC recorder starts recording again as a new file when sound is detected.
recorder using an audio connecting cable (page 127). Select Input appears in the display window. If Select Input is not displayed, set it in the menu (page 93).
1 Select the
(Recording) tab t SYNC REC in the menu, and then press N/ENT.

select Audio IN, and then press N/ ENT.

select ON, and then press N/ENT. SYNC REC is set to OFF when you purchase the IC recorder.
6 Press z REC/PAUSE to start recording.

flashes and the IC recorder enters the recording pause mode.
3 Press x STOP to exit the menu mode. 4 Connect other equipment to the IC
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7 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 begins to flash. The IC recorder starts recording again as a new file when sound is detected. P Notes
During synchronized recording, you cannot pause recording (page 24), record with the pre-recording function (page 43), record with the VOR function (page 45), record with the cross-memory recording function (page 50), and add a track mark (page 76). 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.

select OFF, and then press N/ENT. SYNC REC is set to OFF when you purchase the IC recorder.
3 Press x STOP to exit the menu mode. 4 Connect 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 127). Select Input appears in the display window. If Select Input is not displayed, set it in the menu (page 93).
To record without using the synchronized recording function
1 Select the
(Recording) tab t SYNC REC in the menu, and then press N/ENT.

select Audio IN, and then press N/ ENT.
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6 Press x STOP to exit the menu mode. 7 Press z REC/PAUSE to start recording.
The built-in microphones are automatically cut off and the sound from the connected equipment is recorded.
8 Start playback on the piece of equipment

connected to the IC recorder.
z Tip When recording sound from other equipment, we recommend you set REC Level as follows. Equipment to be connected REC Level setting
Tape recorder, portable High(Music) CD player, etc. CD player, etc. Low(Music)
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Operating during Recording

Monitoring the recording
i (headphone) jack
VOLUME /+
If you connect the supplied stereo headphones to the i (headphone) jack, you can monitor the recording. You can adjust the monitoring volume by pressing VOLUME /+, but the recording level is fixed. P Note
When the cord of the headphones touches the IC recorder while you are monitoring the recording, the IC recorder may record a rustling noise. The rustling noise can be reduced by holding the cord away from the IC recorder.
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Changing the Playback Settings

Convenient playback methods
Listening with better sound quality
To listen with the headphones: Connect the supplied stereo 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.
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.
z When files are played back to the
Quickly locating the point you wish to start playback (Easy search)
When Easy Search is set to ON (page 94) 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. 58
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end of the last file

When you play back or fast play back to the end of the last file, FILE END lights up for approx. 5 seconds. When FILE END and the operation indicator go off, the IC recorder will stop at the beginning of the last file. If you press and hold . on the control button while FILE END is lit, the files are played back rapidly, and normal playback will start at the point you release the button.
If the last file is long and you wish to start playback at a later part of the file, press and hold > on the control button to go to the end of the file, and then press . on the control button while FILE END is lit to go back to the desired point. For files other than the last one, go to the beginning of the next file and play backward to the desired point.
1 Select the
(Display) tab t Calendar in the menu, and then press N/ENT.
Selecting a recording date from the calendar and playing back

x STOP v, V N/ENT ., >
The calendar appears after the Accessing... animation, and the current date will be selected.

to select a date, and then press N/ENT. The underline is displayed at the date where a recorded file exists.
You can play back a file recorded using the IC recorder by searching for it from the calendar.
You can move to the previous week or the following week of the date by pressing v or V on the control button. When you press and hold each button, you can move continuously through the dates or the weeks.
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select a file, and then press N/ENT.
files recorded with the IC recorder. For details, see Structure of folders and files (page 104).
A confirmation message appears, and the file you selected will be played back.
Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer the noise cut function
Rear

select Enter, and then press N/ENT. The file will be played back.
5 Press x STOP to stop playback.

To cancel the selection of a recording date from the calendar and the accompanying playback
Press x STOP before step 4. P Notes
You need to set the clock to select a recording date from the calendar and play back a file (page 16). If you specify a date where a recorded file does not exist, the No File animation will be displayed. Select a date where a recorded file exists. You can search for and play back only the files in the recordable folder that contains
Front
x STOP N/ENT v, V
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When you set the NOISE CUT switch to ON, ambient noise other than the human voice is reduced. A file is played back with clear sound quality because the noise of all frequency bands including a human voice is reduced. P Notes
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. When the NOISE CUT switch is set to ON, the effect function does not work.

select Maximum or Medium, and then press N/ENT. Noise Cut Level is set to Maximum when you purchase the IC recorder.

To cancel the noise cut function
Set the NOISE CUT switch to OFF.
To set the noise cut level
Adjusting the playback sound by amplifying inaudible sound the digital voice up function
x STOP N/ENT v, V
1 Select the
(Playback) tab t Noise Cut Level in the menu, and then press N/ENT.
The menu items will be different depending on the model you are using.
When you set V-UP to Maximum or Medium, the low-level part of a recorded file is amplified, allowing you to hear even low/small voices more easily.
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1 Select the
(Playback) tab t V-UP in the menu when the IC recorder is in the stop or playback mode, and then press N/ENT.
Maximum Medium OFF
Adjusts the digital voice up function more effectively. Adjusts the digital voice up function less finely. Disables the digital voice up function.
V-UP is set to OFF when you purchase the IC recorder. The menu items will be different depending on the model you are using.
To cancel the digital voice up function

Set V-UP to OFF in step 2.

select Maximum or Medium, and then press N/ENT.
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Adjusting the playback speed and tones the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) function, key control
Rear
You can adjust the playback speed in a range from 0.25 times to 3.00 times. The file is played back in natural tones by means of a digital processing function. Moreover, you can adjust the playback sounds in semitones higher or lower, each in 6 steps. This is useful for practicing songs to recorded accompaniment.
1 Slide the DPC(SPEED)/KEY CTRL

switch to ON.
2 During playback, press v or V on the

control button to enter the setting mode.

Front
., > N/ENT v, V
to adjust the playback speed. .: Decreases the speed by 0.05 times each time this button is pressed (from 0.25 to 1.00). >: Increases the speed by 0.10 times each time this button is pressed (from 1.00 to 3.00). When you press and hold each button, you can change the speed continuously. The playback speed is set to 0.70 when you purchase the IC recorder.
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adjust the playback tone. v: Adjusts the sounds by a halftone higher each time this button is pressed (from #1 to #6). V: Adjusts the sound by a halftone lower each time this button is pressed (from 2 1 to 2 6). The playback tone is set to 0 when you purchase the IC recorder.
Current setting DPC setting Key control setting
Selecting the sound effect

You can set the effect you want for the playback in the menu.
1 Select the
5 Press N/ENT to exit the setting mode.

To resume normal playback speed and sounds
Slide the DPC(SPEED)/KEY CTRL switch to OFF. P Note
When the playback speed is in a range from 2.10 times to 3.00 times, the noise cut function (page 60) and the effect function do not work.
(Playback) tab t Effect in the menu when the IC recorder is in the stop or playback mode, and then press N/ENT.
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select effect you want for the playback, and then press N/ENT.
To set your favorite sound level
1 Set Effect to Custom in step 2, and

then press N/ENT. The custom setting window will be displayed.
2 When you adjust the sound level for the 3 Press x STOP to exit the menu mode.
Pop Rock Jazz Bass1 Bass2 Stresses middle ranges, ideal for vocals. Emphasizes high and low ranges for a powerful sound. Emphasizes high ranges for lively sound. Emphasizes the bass sound. Emphasizes the bass sound even more.
0.4 kHz, 1.0 kHz, 2.5 kHz, 6.3 kHz, and 16 kHz bands, press . or > on the control button to move to the band to the left or right, and then press v or V on the control button. The setting can be adjusted in 7 steps from 3 to +3.
3 When you adjust the sound level for

CLEAR BASS, press . on the control button to move to CLEAR BASS, and then press v or V on the control button. The setting can be adjusted in 4 steps from 0 to +3.
Custom You can design your own custom sound level for 5 bands of EQ and CLEAR BASS.
OFF
Disables the effect function.
Effect is set to OFF when you purchase the IC recorder.
4 Press N/ENT.
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P Notes
When you are using the built-in speaker, this setting is invalid. When the NOISE CUT switch is set to ON, the effect function does not work.
Selecting the playback mode

x STOP N/ENT
A-B

select 1, , ALL, 1, , or ALL, and then press N/ENT.
v, V

You can select the playback mode in the menu.
1 Select the
(Playback) tab t Play Mode in the menu when the IC recorder is in the stop or playback mode, and then press N/ENT.
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A file is played back. Files in one folder are played back continuously.
To resume normal playback: Press N/ENT. To stop A-B repeat playback: Press x STOP. 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. P Note
You cannot set the point A and B near the beginning of a file or the end of a file, and around track mark.
ALL 1
All the files are played back continuously. One file is played back repeatedly. Files in one folder are played back repeatedly.
ALL All the files are played back repeatedly.
Play Mode is set to when you purchase the IC recorder.
To play back a specified section repeatedly A-B repeat
1 During playback, press 2 Press
(repeat) A-B to specify the starting point A. A-B B? is displayed. (repeat) A-B again to specify the finishing point B. A-B is displayed and the specified section is played back repeatedly.
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Playing Back a File at a Desired Time with an Alarm

x STOP N/ENT v, V
You can sound an alarm and start playback of a selected file at a desired time. You can have a file played back on a specified date, once every week, or at the same time every day. You can set a maximum of 30 alarms.
The menu items will be different depending on the model you are using. 2 Press v or V on the control button to select New, and then press N/ ENT.
1 Select the file you want to play back with

an alarm.
2 Enter the alarm setting mode.

1 Select the
3 Set the alarm date and time.

(Playback) tab t Alarm in the menu when the IC recorder is in the stop mode, and then press N/ENT.
select Date, a day of the week, or Daily, and then press N/ENT.
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2 When you select Date:
To change the alarm setting
Set the year, month, day, hour, and minute in sequence, as described in Step 4: Setting the Clock on page 16. 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.
1 Select the
(Playback) tab t Alarm t List in the menu, and then press N/ENT. The alarm list is displayed.

select the item you want to change, then press N/ENT.

select a favorite alarm pattern, and then press N/ENT.

select Edit, then press N/ENT. The file you selected will be played back.
4 Select Date, a day of the week, or

Daily, then press N/ENT.
5 Set the date and time and press N/ENT.

Executing..., then your settings are displayed.
6 Select an alarm pattern, and then press

N/ENT.

The setting process is finished and , (alarm indicator) appears in the display window.
Executing..., then your settings are displayed.

To cancel the alarm setting
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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 canceled and the alarm indicator will disappear from the display window.
When the set date and time comes

At the set time, ALARM is displayed in the display window and the alarm and the selected file will be played back using the selected alarm pattern. When the playback ends, the IC recorder will stop automatically. (When the alarm pattern is set to Beep&Play or Play, the IC recorder will stop at the beginning of the selected file.)
If the alarm time comes while you are updating data, the alarm will be canceled automatically. If more than one alarm time comes, only the first file will be played back with an alarm. If you divide a file you have set an alarm for, the alarm setting remains on only the first part of the divided file. If you erase a file in which you have set an alarm, that alarm will be also canceled. You cannot set alarm in podcast files. You cannot set an alarm in the files stored on a memory card.
To stop the alarm playback

Press any button other than VOLUME /+ while the alarm sound is heard. If the HOLD function is activated, you can stop the alarm playback by pressing any button. P Notes
You can set only one alarm each one file. When the clock has not been set or no files are recorded, you cannot set the alarm. The alarm sounds even if you set Beep to OFF in the menu (page 100).
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Playback via Other Devices

Recording with other equipment
i (headphone) jack Tape recorder, Mini disc recorder, etc.
A file from the IC recorder will be recorded on the equipment connected.
3 Press x STOP on the IC recorder and the

connected equipment at the same time to stop recording.
z Tip If the volume of the recorded sound is not strong enough, adjust the playback sound of the IC recorder (page 26).
x STOP N/ENT
You can record the sound of the IC recorder with other equipment. Before you start recording, we recommend you make a trial recording first.
1 Connect the i (headphone) jack of the

IC recorder to the external input terminal of other equipment using an audio connecting cable (page 127).
2 Press N/ENT to start playback and at

the same time set the connected equipment to the recording mode.
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Editing Files
Arranging Files in a Folder

Moving a file to a different folder

or V on the control button to select the (Voice) tab or the (Music) tab, and then press >.

select the folder that you want to move the file into, and then press N/ENT.
1 Select the file you want to move. 2 Select the

(Edit) tab t Move File in the menu when the IC recorder is in the stop or playback mode, and then press N/ENT.
The file to be moved will be played back.
The Moving File... animation is displayed and the file is moved to the last position in the destination folder. When you move a file to another folder, the original file in the previous folder will be erased.

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To cancel moving the file

Press x STOP before step 4. P Notes
You cannot move podcast files. You cannot move protected files (page 84). You cannot move files to the other memory media.
1 Select the file you want to copy.

When you want to copy a file from a memory card to the built-in memory, set the source memory media to Memory Card (page 49).
2 Select the
(Edit) tab t File Copy in the menu, and then press N/ENT.
Copying a file to the other memory media

Memory card slot
x STOP N/ENT v, V ., >
The Copy to Memory Card Select Folder or the Copy to Built-In Memory Select Folder animation appears and the folder selection window is displayed.
Editing Files

or V on the control button to select the (Voice) tab or the (Music) tab, and then press >.
You can copy files between the built-in memory and a memory card, which is useful in saving a backup. Before starting the operation, insert a memory card to be used for copying into the memory card slot.
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select the folder that you want to copy the file into, and then press N/ENT.
You cannot copy the podcast files. Do not remove or insert a memory card, or turn off the IC recorder while copying. Files may be damaged.
Erasing all files in a folder

x STOP
The Copying... animation appears and the file is copied as the last file in the destination folder. A file will be copied with the identical file name.
N/ENT v, V

To cancel the copy operation
Press x STOP before step 4. P Note
If the selected folder contains a protected file (page 84), you cannot erase the protected file in that folder.
To cancel the copy operation during copying

While the Copying... animation is displayed in step 4, press x STOP. P Notes
Before starting to copy the target file, make sure to check the battery indicator. If the batteries are weak, you may not be able to copy files. If the remaining memory capacity of the destination memory media is insufficient, you may not be able to copy files.
1 Select the folder containing the files you

want to erase when the IC recorder is in the stop mode.
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2 Select the
(Edit) tab t Erase All in the menu, and then press N/ENT.
Erase All Files in the Folder? will be displayed.

select Execute, and then press N/ ENT. The Erasing... animation appears in the display window and all files in the selected folder will be erased.
Editing Files

To cancel erasing
Select Cancel in step 3, and then press N/ENT.
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Using a Track Mark

Adding a track mark
., >
N/ENT
P Notes
You can add a track mark only to files recorded using the IC recorder. However, when you edit files using the supplied Sound Organizer software, adding a track mark to the files may not be possible. You cannot add a track mark at a point within 0.5 seconds from another track mark. You cannot add a track mark at the very beginning or at the very end of the file. If there are already 98 track marks in a file, you cannot add any more track marks. When a track mark is added during playback, the playback stops.
T-MARK
You can add a track mark at a point at which you would like to divide a file later or locate during playback. You can add a maximum of 98 track marks to each file. During recording, playing back, or pausing, press T-MARK at the position you want to add a track mark. The (Track mark) indicator flashes three times, and a track mark is added.
Locating a track mark and starting playback at the track mark

Press . or > on the control button in the stop mode. When the (Track mark) indicator flashes once, press N/ENT.
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Erasing a track mark

x STOP N/ENT v, V
The Erasing... animation appears in the display window and the selected track mark will be erased.
Stop position
Erase track mark
1 Stop at a position after the track mark

you would like to erase.
The track mark just before the stop position will be erased.
2 Select the
(Edit) tab t Erase Track Mark in the menu, and then press N/ ENT.

To cancel erasing
Editing Files
Erase Track Mark? will be displayed.
Erasing all the track marks in the selected file at one time
x STOP N/ENT v, V

select Execute, and then press N/ ENT.
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1 Select a file from which you want to

erase the track marks.
2 Select the
(Edit) tab t Erase All Track Marks in the menu, and then press N/ENT.
Erase All Track Marks? will be displayed.

select Execute, and then press N/ ENT. The Erasing... animation appears in the display window and all the track marks will be erased at one time.

To cancel erasing
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Dividing a File
Dividing a file at the current position
x STOP N/ENT v, V
2 Select the
(Edit) tab t Divide Current Position in the menu, and then press N/ENT.
You can divide a file in the stop mode, so that the file is divided into two parts and a new file number is added to the newer part of the divided file. By dividing a file, you can easily find the point from which you want to play back when you make a long recording such as at a meeting. You can divide a file until the total number of files in the folder reaches the maximum number allowed.
A period of approximately 4 seconds from the dividing point will be played back repeatedly.

adjust the position to be divided, if you wish. v: Moves the position backward. V: Moves the position forward.
Editing Files
1 Stop the file at the position where you

want to divide a file. You can adjust the position to be divided by approximately 0.3 seconds in a period
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of approximately 6 seconds each, both before and after the current position.
4 Press N/ENT.
Divide? will be displayed.

select Execute, and then press N/ ENT. The Dividing... animation appears, and the divided files will be suffixed with a sequential number (_1 for the original file, and _2 for the new file).
File 1 File 2
A file is divided.
transferred from a computer). Moreover, when you edit files using the supplied Sound Organizer software, dividing files may not be possible. Once a file is divided, you cannot return it to the original status again. If you divide a file at the position within 0.5 seconds from a track mark, the track mark will be erased. Because of the system limitations, you cannot divide a file at the very beginning or at the very end of the file.
To cancel dividing
File 3
File 1
File 2_1 File 2_2
File 3
Dividing a file at all the track mark positions

x STOP
A suffix made up of a sequential number is added to each of the divided files.

P Notes
You need a certain amount of free space in the memory media to divide a file. When you divide a file with a title and artist name, the newer part has the same title, and artist name. You cannot divide files other than those recorded using the IC recorder (e.g., a file
N/ENT v, V
1 Select the file you want to divide.
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2 Select the
(Edit) tab t Divide All Track Marks in the menu when the IC recorder is in the stop mode, and then press N/ENT.
To cancel dividing
z Tip To cancel division during the operation at all the remaining track marks, press x STOP. The files that have been divided before the cancellation remain divided.
P Notes Divide All Track Marks? will be displayed.

You need a certain amount of free space in the memory media to divide a file. When you divide a file with a title and artist name, the newer part has the same title, and artist name. You cannot divide files other than those recorded using the IC recorder (e.g., a file transferred from a computer). Moreover, when you edit files using the supplied Sound Organizer software, dividing files may not be possible. Once a file is divided, you cannot return it to the original status again.

select Execute, and then press N/ ENT. The Dividing... animation appears, and the file is divided at all the track mark positions. All the existing track marks in the files will be erased.
File 1
A file is divided.
Editing Files
File 1_01 File 1_02
File 1_03
A suffix made up of a sequential number is added each of the divided files.

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Changing a Folder Name

x STOP N/ENT v, V
You can change the folder name of folders that can be used to store files recorded using the IC recorder. You can choose a new folder name from the 16 templates.
select a favorite folder name, and then press N/ENT. You can choose a new folder name from the 16 templates below. Conference, Meeting, Lecture, Class, Music, Singing, Interview, Language Lesson, Travel, Outdoors, Message, Schedule, Shopping List, To Do, Voice Notes, FOLDER
1 Select the folder for which you want to

change the name from the of the folder list. (Voice) tab Executing... appears in the display window and the folder name will be changed.
2 Select the
(Edit) tab t Change Folder Name in the menu when the IC recorder is in the stop mode, and then press N/ENT.

z Tips You can specify the same folder name up to 10 times. When you specify a folder name that already exists, a suffix made up of a sequential number (2 to 10) is added to the name of the new folder.
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When you choose FOLDER from the templates, a suffix made up of a sequential number (01 to 10) is added to each of the folder names.
P Note
You cannot change a folder name in a tab used for playback only, such as the (Music) tab or the (Podcast) tab.
Editing Files
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Protecting a File
Set Protection? will be displayed.
x STOP N/ENT v, V

select Execute, and then press N/ ENT. The file is protected. A protected file is marked with the (protect) indicator.
To prevent a file from being accidentally erased or edited, you can protect an important file. A protected file is marked with the (protect) indicator and is regarded as a read-only file you cannot erase or edit.

To release protection
Select the protected file, and then proceed with steps 2 through 4. In this case, Erase Protection? will be displayed in step 2. P Note
You cannot set protection to the files in the (Podcast) tab.
1 Display the file which you want to

protect from the (Music) tab. (Voice) tab or the
2 Select the
(Edit) tab t Protect in the menu when the IC recorder is in the stop mode, and then press N/ENT.
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Making Settings for the Menu

MENU
x STOP N/ENT v, V .
select the menu item for which you want to make setting, and then press N/ENT.
4 Press v or V on the control button to 1 Press MENU to enter the menu mode.
The menu mode window will be displayed. select the setting that you want to set, and then press N/ENT.

P Note
If you do not press any button for 60 seconds, the menu mode is automatically canceled and the window will return to the normal display.
To return to the previous window

or V on the control button to select the (Recording) tab, the (Playback) tab, the (Edit) tab, the (Display) tab or the (IC recorder setting) tab, and then press N/ENT.
Press . on the control button during menu mode.
To exit the menu mode

Press x STOP or MENU.
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Menu Settings
Tabs Menu items Operation mode (a: the setting can be made / : the setting cannot be made) Stop mode (Recording) Scene Edit REC Mode REC Level LCF(Low Cut) LIMITER Add/Overwrite PRE REC Cross-Memory REC VOR SYNC REC Select Input (Playback) Noise Cut Level V-UP Effect Easy Search Play Mode Alarm
a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
Playback mode
a a a a a
Recording mode
a a a a a
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Tabs
Menu items
Operation mode (a: the setting can be made / : the setting cannot be made) Stop mode Playback mode
a a
Recording mode
a
(Edit)
Protect Divide Current Position Move File File Copy Change Folder Name Erase Track Mark Erase All Track Marks Divide All Track Marks Erase All
a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
(Display)
Calendar Display LED Backlight Select Memory
(IC recorder setting) Language Date&Time Time Display Beep USB Charge Auto Power Off Format
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Tabs (Recording)
Menu items Scene Edit
Settings (*: Initial setting) Edits the settings of the various recording menu items which are pre-set in the Scene Select menu. You can choose a scene item as follows: (Meeting), (Voice Notes), (Interview), (Music), (My Scene) Edit from Current Setting: Changes the settings that is pre-set in the menu. Set Default Value: Changes the settings to the default settings. Execute: Changes the settings to the default settings and completes the process. Cancel: Completes the process without changing the settings. Edit: Changes the settings from the settings in the selected scene item. z Tip You can edit the following menu items: REC Mode (page 89), REC Level (page 90), LCF(Low Cut) (page 90), LIMITER (page 91), VOR (page 45), SYNC REC (page 54), Select Input (page 52, 53). When you select Edit Complete, the process will be completed.
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Tabs (Recording)
Menu items REC Mode
Settings (*: Initial setting) Sets the recording mode. LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit: LPCM (not compressed) in stereo high-quality recording mode MP3 320kbps*: MP3 (compressed) in stereo high-quality recording mode MP3 192kbps: MP3 (compressed) in stereo standard-quality recording mode MP3 128kbps: MP3 (compressed) in long play stereo recording mode MP3 48kbps(MONO): MP3 (compressed) in monaural standard recording mode MP3 8kbps(MONO): MP3 (compressed) in long play monaural recording mode
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Tabs (Recording)
Menu items REC Level
Settings (*: Initial setting) Sets the microphone sensitivity. High : To record a sound far away from the IC recorder or a low sound, such as recording in a spacious room. Medium *: To record a sound relatively-close to the IC recorder, such as recording in a meeting space. Low : To record dictation with a microphone in front of your mouth, a sound near the IC recorder, or a loud sound. High(Music) : To record more natural acoustic sound, as well as preventing sound distortion. Low(Music) : To record a loud sound, such as band practice. Manual : During manual recording, you can adjust the recording level manually. Sets the LCF (Low Cut Filter) function to cut a low frequency to reduce the roaring noise from wind; therefore you can record a file more clearly. ON: The LCF function is activated. OFF*: The LCF function is canceled.
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LCF(Low Cut)
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Tabs (Recording)
Menu items LIMITER
Settings (*: Initial setting) Sets the input level automatically to prevent the sound distortion that occurs when a sound that is too loud is input. ON*: The LIMITER function is activated. OFF: The LIMITER function is canceled.
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P Note
When REC Level is set to Manual setting is effective. Add/Overwrite , this 40, 42
Allows you to add a recording to a previously recorded file or an overwrite recording during playback. Add: You can add a recording. Overwrite: You can overwrite a recording. OFF*: You cannot add or overwrite a recording. Allows you to record sound sources for a maximum of 5 seconds prior to the point when the recording is started. Sounds for 5 seconds are buffered in the memory. ON: The pre-recording function is activated. OFF*: The pre-recording function is canceled.
PRE REC
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Tabs
Menu items
Settings (*: Initial setting) When the memory media currently selected (page 49) becomes full during recording, the IC recorder automatically switches its destination to the other memory media and continues recording. The new recording is stored as another file. ON: The cross-memory function is activated. OFF*: The cross-memory function is disabled. Recording stops when the memory media currently being selected becomes full. 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 z REC/PAUSE is pressed. OFF*: The VOR function does not work. 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 file when any sound is detected. ON: The synchronized recording function is activated. OFF*: The synchronized recording function is canceled.
See page 50
Cross-Memory (Recording) REC
VOR
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SYNC REC
54
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Tabs (Recording)
Menu items Select Input
Settings (*: Initial setting) Selects the external input to be recorded that is connected to the m (microphone) jack. MIC IN*: Select when you record files using an external microphone. Audio IN: Select when you record using other equipment. Sets the noise cut level to use when the IC recorder play a file back which is recorded with noise cut function (page 60). Maximum*: The noise cut level will be more intense. Medium: The noise cut level will be weakened. Select when you cannot catch the sound easily by setting Noise Cut Level to Maximum. A low-level portion of a recorded file can be amplified, allowing you to hear even low/small voices more easily. Maximum: Adjusts the digital voice up function more effectively. Medium: Adjusts the digital voice up function less finely. OFF*: Disables the digital voice up function.
See page 52, 53
Noise Cut Level (Playback)
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V-UP
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Tabs (Playback)
Menu items Effect
Settings (*: Initial setting) 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 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 (0.4 kHz, 1.0 kHz, 2.5 kHz, 6.3 kHz and 16 kHz) in 7 steps (3 to +3) and CLEAR BASS in 4 steps (0 to +3). OFF*: The effect function does not work.
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P Note
When playing back files using the built-in speaker or when the NOISE CUT switch is set to ON (page 60), the effect function does not work. 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 file will be moved forward or backward. 58
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Tabs (Playback)
Menu items Play Mode
Settings (*: Initial setting) Sets the playback mode. 1: A file is played back. *: Files in one folder are played back continuously. ALL: All the files are played back continuously. 1: One file is played back repeatedly. : Files in one folder are played back repeatedly. ALL: All the files are played back repeatedly.
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Alarm
Sets the alarm. New: Sets the alarm. To set the alarm, select New and set the date, time or day of the week or choose daily for playback, and set the following alarm pattern. Beep&Play: The selected file is played back after the alarm sounds. Beep: Only the alarm sounds. Play: Only the selected file is played back. List: A list of the file numbers, date, or the days of the week in 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.
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Tabs (Edit)
Menu items Protect
Settings (*: Initial setting) Protects the selected file to prevent the file from being erased, divided, or being moved. Execute: The selected file will be protected. If you specify a file that has already been protected, cancel the protection. Cancel: Protection or cancel protection is not executed. Divides a file into two. Execute: A file will be divided into two. Cancel: Division is not executed. Moves the selected file to the selected folder. Before attempting to move a file, select the file to be moved, and then go to the menu window. Copies the selected file from the built-in memory to the desired folder on a memory card, or from a memory card to the desired folder on the built-in memory. Before attempting to copy a file, select the file to be copied and then go to the menu window. Renames a folder by selecting a template. Conference*, Meeting, Lecture, Class, Music, Singing, Interview, Language Lesson, Travel, Outdoors, Message, Schedule, Shopping List, To Do, Voice Notes, FOLDER
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Divide Current Position
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Move File
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File Copy
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Change Folder Name
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Erase Track Mark Erases the track mark just before the current position. Execute: The track mark will be erased. Cancel: The track mark will not be erased.
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Tabs (Edit)
Menu items Erase All Track Marks
Settings (*: Initial setting) Erases all the track marks of the selected file. Execute: All the track marks will be erased. Cancel: All the track marks will not be erased. Divides a file at all the track mark positions. Execute: The track mark division is executed. Cancel: The track mark division is not executed. Erases all files in the selected folder. Press to return to the folder window before erasing the files and select a folder from which all files are to be erased, and then go to the menu window. Execute: All files in the selected folder will be erased. Cancel: All files will not be erased. Switches the display window to a calendar, and plays back a file recorded with the IC recorder by selecting a date from the calendar. Enter: The selected file is played back. Back: The IC recorder does not play the selected file and returns to the calendar view.
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Divide All Track Marks
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Erase All
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Calendar (Display)
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Tabs (Display)
Menu items Display
Settings (*: Initial setting) Changes the display mode. Elapsed Time*: Elapsed playback time of one file Remain Time: During stop or playback, the remaining time of one file During recording, the available recording time REC Date: Date recorded REC Time: Time recorded 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.
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LED
P Note
When the IC recorder is connected to a computer, the operation indicator lights or flashes even if LED is set to OFF.
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Tabs (Display)
Menu items Backlight
Settings (*: Initial setting) Turns the backlight in the display window on or off. 10 SEC*: The backlight in the display window lights up for approx. 10 seconds. 60 SEC: The backlight in the display window lights up for approx. 60 seconds. Always-ON: The backlight in the display window lights up always. OFF: The backlight in the display window does not light, even during operation.
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P Note
When you select Always-ON, the batteries will be consumed quickly. When you use the IC recorder with batteries, we recommend you select other options than Always-ON. Select Memory (IC recorder setting) Selects the memory media on which you want to store a file, or which contains the file you want to play, edit, or copy. Built-In Memory*: The built-in memory of the IC recorder is selected. Memory Card: The memory card inserted in the memory card slot is selected. 49
P Note
When no memory card is currently inserted in the IC recorder, the built-in memory is automatically selected.
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Tabs (IC recorder setting)
Menu items Language
Settings (*: Initial setting) Sets the language to be used for messages, menus, folder names, file names, etc. English*, Espaol (Spanish), Franais (French) Auto*: When the IC recorder is connected to a computer that is running the Sound Organizer, the clock will be automatically adjusted according to that computer. Manual: Sets the clock by setting year, month, day, hour, and minute in sequence. Sets the clock display. 12-Hour*: 12:00AM = midnight, 12:00PM = noon 24-Hour: 0:00 = midnight, 12:00 = noon 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.
See page 19
Date&Time
16
Time Display
Beep
P Note
The alarm sounds even if you set Beep to OFF in the menu.
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Menu items USB Charge
Settings (*: Initial setting) Sets whether batteries will be charged using a USB connection or not. ON*: The batteries will be charged. OFF: The batteries will not be charged.
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P Note
If you use a USB AC adaptor (not supplied) to connect the IC recorder to the AC outlet (page 120), you can charge batteries regardless this setting. 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. OFF: The IC recorder will not be turned off automatically.
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Menu items Format
Settings (*: Initial setting) Formats the memory media currently selected (the built-in memory or the memory card), erasing all the data in the memory and resetting the folder structure to its default status. Execute: The Formatting... animation appears and the memory media will be formatted. Cancel: The memory media will not be formatted.
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P Notes
Use the IC recorder formatting function to format the memory media. Switch the memory media to the one to be formatted before you start the format operation (page 49). When you format the memory media, all the data which you have stored on the IC recorder will be erased. Once the memory media has been erased, you cannot retrieve the data that was erased. When you format the built-in memory, the operating instructions stored in the built-in memory will also be erased. To get another copy of the operating instructions, please visit the Sony support home page: http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/ http://fr.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/
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Using the IC Recorder with Your Computer

When the IC recorder is connected to your computer, you can transfer data between them.
System requirements for your computer

For details on the system requirements for your computer, see page 115, 125.
Copying files from the IC recorder to your computer to store them (page 110) Copying music files from your computer to the IC recorder to play them back (page 111) Using the IC recorder as USB memory (page 113)
You can store image data or text data stored on the computer temporarily in the IC recorder.
Connecting the IC recorder to your computer

Computer IC recorder Utilizing Your Computer
To USB port of your computer
Managing and editing files using the Sound Organizer software (page 114)
The supplied Sound Organizer software allows you to transfer the files that you have recorded using the IC recorder to your computer to manage and edit them. You can also transfer music files and podcast files stored on your computer to the IC recorder.
To (USB) connector
USB connecting cable
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1 Connect the
(USB) connector of the IC recorder with the USB port of your running computer with the supplied USB connecting cable inserted into the connectors securely until each plug stops to the end.
2 Make sure the IC recorder has been

recognized properly. On a Windows screen; open My Computer or Computer, and make sure that IC RECORDER or MEMORY CARD has been recognized. On a Macintosh screen; make sure that an IC RECORDER or MEMORY CARD 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. P Notes
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. Before connecting the IC recorder to your computer, check that batteries are 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.
Structure of folders and files

The folders and files are displayed on the computer screen as shown. On a Windows screen using Explorer, and on a Macintosh screen using Finder, folders and files can be displayed by opening IC RECORDER or MEMORY CARD.
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Built-in memory
IC RECORDER Folder for files recorded using the IC recorder
VOICE*1
FOLDER01
FOLDER05
Folder transferred from your computer

MUSIC POP J-POP*2 LPCM PODCASTS NEWS*2 MP3 AAC-LC
Conversation *2
*3
AAC-LC
*3
*1 Even if a file is transferred directly under the VOICE folder, it will not be displayed on the (Voice) tab of the IC recorder. When you transfer a file from your computer to the IC recorder, put the file in the folders under the VOICE folder. *2 The name of a folder in which music files are stored will be displayed on the IC recorder as it is, so it is convenient if you put an easy-to-remember name on the folder in advance. Folders shown in the illustration are examples of folder names. *3 The IC recorder can recognize up to 8 levels of folders transferred to the IC recorder. *4 If you transfer music files separately, they are classified as being in No Folder. *5 The operating instructions of the IC recorder are stored in the Instructions folder directly under the IC RECORDER folder. z Tips The title or artist name, etc., registered in the music files, can be displayed on the IC recorder. It is useful if you input the ID3 tag information using the software you use to make the music files on your computer. If no title, or artist name has been registered Unknown will be displayed in the display window of the IC recorder.
LPCM MP3 MSV WMA

Instructions*5
*4
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When connecting the IC recorder with your computer after the destination memory media has been set to Memory Card (page 49), the structure of folders is different from that when the destination memory media is set to Built-In Memory.
Memory Stick Micro (M2)

MEMORY CARD
MSSONY
VOICE
Folder for files recorded using the IC recorder
FOLDER01
FOLDER05
MUSIC POP
J-POP LPCM PODCASTS NEWS MP3 AAC-LC

Conversation
AAC-LC
LPCM MP3 MSV WMA
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microSD card
MEMORY CARD
PRIVATE SONY
Structure of folders displayed in the display window of the IC recorder

The display of the structure of the folders seen in the display window of the IC recorder is different from that seen on the display of a computer. The folder indicators in the display window of the IC recorder are as follows: : Folder for files recorded using the IC recorder Folder transferred from a computer (They are displayed when music files have been transferred from a computer.) Folder for podcast files transferred from a computer (These folders are displayed when podcast files have been transferred from a computer.)
VOICE
Folder for files recorded using the IC recorder
FOLDER01
FOLDER05
MUSIC POP
J-POP LPCM PODCASTS NEWS MP3

Conversation
AAC-LC
AAC-LC
LPCM MP3 MSV WMA
P Note
If folders have no files that can be played back using the IC recorder, those folders will not be displayed in the display window of the IC recorder.
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Folders displayed on the (Voice) tab of the IC recorder
Folders transferred to places other than under the MUSIC folder or the PODCASTS folder A folder called No Folder (If you transfer music files separately, those files will be displayed under this folder.)
Folders for files recorded using the IC recorder (folders under the VOICE folder) will be displayed. P Note
Even if a file is transferred directly under the VOICE folder, it will not be displayed on the (Voice) tab of the IC recorder.
Folders displayed on the (Podcast) tab of the IC recorder
Folders displayed on the (Music) tab of the IC recorder
Folders for podcast files transferred from a computer will be displayed. When you transfer podcast files from your computer to the IC recorder, use the supplied Sound Organizer software.
The following folders will be displayed among the folders forwarded from a computer. Folders under the MUSIC folder which contains a file (when some folders have multiple levels, all folders will be displayed in parallel.) 108
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Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer

Follow the procedures below; otherwise, data may be damaged.
1 Make sure that the operation indicator of

the IC recorder does not light.
2 Perform the following operation on your

computer. On a Windows screen, left-click the icon at the bottom of the desktop of the computer.
t Left-click Eject IC RECORDER. The icon and menu displayed can be different on different operating systems. On a Macintosh screen, drag 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.
3 Disconnect the USB connecting cable

connected to the IC recorder from the USB port of the computer.
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Copying Files from the IC Recorder to Your Computer

z To copy a file or folder (Drag and
drop)
You can copy the files and folders from the IC recorder to your computer to store them.

computer (page 103).
1 Click and hold, 2 drag, 3 and then drop.
2 Copy files or folders you want to transfer

to your computer. Drag and drop the files or folders you want to copy from IC RECORDER or MEMORY CARD to the local disk on your computer.

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Copying Music Files from Your Computer to the IC Recorder and Playing Them Back
2 Copy the folder in which the music files
are stored to the IC recorder. On a Windows screen using Explorer, or on a Macintosh screen using Finder, drag and drop the folder containing the music files onto IC RECORDER or MEMORY CARD. The IC recorder can recognize up to 400 folders. You can copy up to 199 files to one folder. Moreover, the IC recorder can recognize up to a total of 4,095 folders and files for one memory media.
You can copy music or the other audio files (LPCM(.wav)/MP3(.mp3)/LPEC(.msv)/ WMA(.wma)/AAC-LC(.m4a)*) from your computer to the IC recorder by dragging and dropping them, and you can play them back using the IC recorder.
* For the file formats that can be played back using the IC recorder, see Specifications (page 125).

Copying a music file from your computer to the IC recorder (drag and drop)
Playing back music files copied from your computer using the IC recorder
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select the folder ( ) in which music files are stored, and then press > on the control button.
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.

select the music file you want to play.
Display when playing back a music file

Press v or V on the control button to check the music file information during playback.
5 Press N/ENT to start playback. 6 Press x STOP to stop playback.

The maximum playback time (files*), when playing music files using the IC recorder, is as follows.
48 kbps
89 hr. 25 min. (1,341 files)
: Folder name : File name : Artist name : Title
128 kbps
33 hr. 30 min. (502 files)
256 kbps
16 hr. 45 min. (251 files)
(hr.: hours/min.: minutes)
* In the case where MP3 files of 4 minutes each are transferred to the IC recorder.
P Notes
A music file copied from your computer can be played back with the IC recorder. Dividing a file and setting a track mark, however, may not be performed. If you have copied music files using your computer, those files may not be copied in order of transfer because of system
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Using the IC Recorder as USB Memory

When the IC recorder is connected to your computer using a USB connecting cable, image data or text data on the computer, as well as files recorded using the IC recorder can be temporarily stored on the IC recorder. Your computer must meet the specified system requirements to use the IC recorder as USB memory. For details on the system requirements, see page 125.
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Using the Supplied Sound Organizer Software

What you can do using Sound Organizer
Sound Organizer allows you to exchange files with an IC recorder or memory card. The songs imported from music CDs and other media, MP3 and other audio files imported from a computer, and podcasts can also be played and transferred to an IC recorder. Various operations can be performed for imported files, including playback, editing and conversion to MP3 and other formats. You can also burn CDs of the music you like, and send audio files by mail.
Importing songs from a music CD

You can import the songs of a music CD into Sound Organizer. The imported songs are saved to the computer.
Importing songs on the computer

You can import music and other files saved to the computer into Sound Organizer.
Subscribing to and updating podcasts

You can subscribe to podcasts in Sound Organizer. Subscribing to and updating podcasts enables you to download (subscription) and enjoy the latest data from the Internet.
Importing files recorded with an IC recorder

You can import recording files that were recorded with an IC recorder into Sound Organizer. The imported files are saved to the computer.
Playing files
You can play the files imported into Sound Organizer.
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Changing the file information of files

You can change the title name, artist name, and other file information displayed in the file list.
Burning a music CD
You can select your favorite songs from the songs imported into Sound Organizer and then burn your own original music CD.
Other convenient uses

You can start the mail software and send a recording file attached to mail. You can use the voice recognition software Dragon NaturallySpeaking* which is compatible with Sound Organizer to perform voice recognition for a file and convert the voice to text.
* The application software, Dragon NaturallySpeaking (DVD-ROM) is supplied with some models in some regions only.
Dividing files
You can divide one file into multiple files.
Combining files
You can combine multiple files into one file.
Deleting files from an IC recorder

You can delete a file saved to an IC recorder. Use this operation to delete files in the IC recorder when you want to increase the amount of free space in the IC recorder or there are unnecessary files.
System requirements for your computer

The following shows the system requirements for using Sound Organizer.
Transferring files to an IC recorder

You can transfer a file from Sound Organizer to an IC recorder or memory card. You can enjoy transferred music, podcasts, and other content on your IC recorder.
Operating systems
Windows 7 Ultimate Windows 7 Professional Windows 7 Home Premium Windows 7 Starter (32 bit version) Windows Vista Ultimate Service Pack 2 or higher 115
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Windows Vista Business Service Pack 2 or higher Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 2 or higher Windows Vista Home Basic Service Pack 2 or higher Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Service Pack 3 or higher Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 Service Pack 3 or higher Windows XP Professional Service Pack 3 or higher Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 3 or higher Pre-installed. P Notes
Operation is not guaranteed if any operating system other than those indicated listed above is used. 64 bit versions of Windows XP are not supported.
IBM PC/AT or compatible

CPU Windows XP: Pentium III processor of 500 MHz or faster Windows Vista: Pentium III processor of 800 MHz or faster Windows 7: Pentium III processor of 1 GHz or faster 116
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Memory Windows XP: At least 256 MB Windows Vista: At least 512 MB (In the case of Windows Vista Ultimate/ Business/Home Premium, at least 1 GB is recommended.) Windows 7: At least 1 GB (32 bit version)/At least 2 GB (64 bit version) Free hard disk space At least 400 MB is required. Depending on the version of Windows, more than 400 MB may be used. Also, free space for handling music data is required. Display settings Screen resolution: 800 600 pixels or higher (1,024 768 pixels is recommended) Screen color: High Color (16 bit) or higher Sound card A SoundBlaster compatible card is recommended. USB port A compatible USB port is required to use devices and media. Operation via a USB hub is not guaranteed except for models for which operation has been specifically guaranteed.
Installing Sound Organizer

Install Sound Organizer on your computer. P Notes
When installing Sound Organizer, log in to an account with administrator privileges. Also, if you are using Windows 7 and the [User Account Control] screen appears, confirm the contents of the screen and then click [Yes] ([Continue] in the case of Windows Vista). Sound Organizer cannot be started by a user with limited privileges in Windows XP. To use the software update function in Windows XP, you must log on to an account with computer administrator privileges. The Windows Media Format Runtime module is added by the installer of Sound Organizer. This module is not removed when Sound Organizer is uninstalled. However, it may not be installed if it has been preinstalled. The data in the content storage folders is not deleted when Sound Organizer is uninstalled. In an installation environment in which multiple operating systems are installed on one computer, do not install Sound Organizer in each of the operating systems. Doing so may result in data inconsistencies.
1 Make sure that the IC recorder is not

connected, then turn on your computer and start up Windows.
2 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the

CD-ROM drive. The [Sound Organizer - InstallShield Wizard] menu starts up automatically and the [Welcome to Sound Organizer Installer] window appears. If the [Welcome to Sound Organizer Installer] menu does not start up, open Windows Explorer, right-click the CD-ROM drive, double-click [SoundOrganizerInstaller.exe], and then follow the instructions on the screen.
3 Make sure that you accept the terms of

the license agreement, select [I accept the terms in the license agreement], then click [Next].
4 When the [Setup Type] window appears,

select [Standard] or [Custom], and then click [Next]. Follow the instructions on the screen and set the installation settings when you select [Custom].
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5 When the [Ready to Install the Program]

window appears, click [Install]. The installation starts.
6 When [Sound Organizer has been

installed successfully.] window appears, check [Launch Sound Organizer Now], and then click [Finish]. P Note
You may need to restart your computer after installing Sound Organizer.
The Sound Organizer window
A Help Displays the help of Sound Organizer. For details on each operation, refer to these help files. B The file list of Sound Organizer (My Library) Displays a list of files included in My Library of Sound Organizer in accordance with the operation. Recording Files: Displays a list of recording files. Recording files that were recorded with an IC recorder appear in this library when they are imported. Music: Displays a list of music files. Songs imported from a music CD appear in this library. Podcast: Displays a list of podcasts. C The file list of the IC recorder Displays the files saved to the connected IC recorder or memory card. D Edit Mode button Displays the edit area so that you can edit a file. E Quick Operation Guide button Displays the Quick Operation Guide to receive guidance on the basic features of Sound Organizer.
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F Sidebar (Import/Transfer) IC Recorder: Displays the transfer screen. A list of files on a connected device appears. Import CD: Displays the screen for importing music CDs. Burn CD/DVD: Displays the screen for burning discs. G Transfer buttons : Transfers the files of Sound Organizer to an IC recorder or memory card. : Imports the files of an IC recorder or memory card to My Library of Sound Organizer.
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Using a USB AC Adaptor

the batteries continuously until is displayed. It takes about 4 hours to fully charge exhausted batteries.*
To the (USB) connector USB connecting cable (supplied)
1 Connect a USB AC adaptor (not

supplied) to an AC outlet.
2 Connect the USB AC adaptor to the

supplied USB connecting cable.
3 Connect the USB connecting cable to the

(USB) connector of the IC recorder. While the batteries are charging, the battery indicator is displayed in an animation. Now you can use the IC recorder while charging the batteries.
You can charge the rechargeable batteries by connecting the IC recorder to an AC outlet using a USB AC adaptor AC-U501AD (not supplied). You can charge the batteries while you are using the IC recorder, so that it is useful when you want to record for a long time. When you use the IC recorder for the first time, or after you have not used the IC recorder for a certain period of time, charge
Battery indicator
* 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
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and the condition of the batteries. It also takes more time if the temperature of the batteries is low, or if the batteries are charged while you are transferring data to the IC recorder.
P Notes
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 is being used, the battery indicator does not appear in the display window.
P Notes
While playing back files using the built-in speaker, you cannot charge the batteries. You cannot charge LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries.
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.
1 If you are recording or playing back a

file, press x STOP to put the IC recorder into the stop mode.
2 Make sure that the operation indicator of

the IC recorder does not light.
3 Disconnect the IC recorder from the

USB AC adaptor, and then disconnect the USB AC adaptor from the AC outlet.
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Precautions
On power
Operate the unit only on 2.4 V or 3.0 V DC. Use two NH-AAA rechargeable batteries or two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries. 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 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 batteries 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.
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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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 files to a computer, etc.
On using a memory card

P Notes
When formatting (initializing) a memory card, make sure to use the IC recorder to format it. Operations of the memory cards formatted with Windows or other devices are not guaranteed. If you format a memory card containing recorded data, the recorded data will be deleted. Be careful not to delete important data. Do not leave a memory card within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it.
Do not insert or remove a memory card during recording/playback/formatting. Doing so may cause a malfunction of the IC recorder. Do not remove a memory card while the Accessing... animation appears in the display window or the indicator is flashing in orange. Doing so may damage the data. We do not guarantee the operations of all types of compatible memory cards with the IC recorder. For compatible M2, please refer to the Sony web site (page 126). MagicGate is the collective name of content protection technologies developed by Sony. The IC recorder does not support data recording/playback that requires MagicGate functions. The IC recorder does not support parallel data transfer. You cannot use a ROM (read-only-memory) type or write-protected memory card. Data may be corrupted in the following cases: When a memory card is removed or the IC recorder is turned off during a read or write operation. When a memory card is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise. We assume no responsibility for any loss or damage of recorded data.
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We recommend that you save a backup copy of the important data. Do not touch the terminal of a memory card with your hand or a metal object. Do not strike, bend or drop a memory card. Do not disassemble or modify a memory card. Do not expose a memory card to water. Do not use a memory card under the following conditions: Locations beyond the required operating conditions, including locations, such as the hot interior of a car parked in the sun and/ or in the summer, the outdoors exposed to direct sunlight, or a place near a heater. Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances present. When using a memory card, make sure to check the correct insertion direction into the memory card slot.
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Specifications
System requirements
To use your computer with the Sound Organizer software
To use your computer with the Sound Organizer software, see System requirements for your computer on page 115. Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 2 or higher Windows Vista Home Basic Service Pack 2 or higher Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Service Pack 3 or higher Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 Service Pack 3 or higher Windows XP Media Center Edition Service Pack 3 or higher Windows XP Professional Service Pack 3 or higher Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 3 or higher Mac OS X (v10.2.8-v10.6) Pre-Installed P Notes
Operation is not guaranteed if any operating system other than those indicated on the left (Windows 98, Windows 2000 or Linux, etc.) is used. 64 bit versions of Windows XP are not supported.
To use your computer without the Sound Organizer software

To use your computer with the IC recorder without the Sound Organizer software, or to use the IC recorder as a USB mass storage device, your computer must meet the operating system requirements and port environment described below.
Operating systems:
Windows 7 Ultimate Windows 7 Professional Windows 7 Home Premium Windows 7 Home Basic Windows 7 Starter Windows Vista Ultimate Service Pack 2 or higher Windows Vista Business Service Pack 2 or higher
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For the latest version information and compatibility with your operating system, please access the support home page for the IC recorder: http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/ http://fr.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/
Frequency range
LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit: 40 Hz - 20,000 Hz MP3 320kbps: 40 Hz - 16,000 Hz MP3 192kbps: 40 Hz - 16,000 Hz MP3 128kbps: 40 Hz - 16,000 Hz MP3 48kbps(MONO): 40 Hz - 14,000 Hz MP3 8kbps(MONO): 50 Hz - 2,000 Hz
Hardware environment:
Sound board: Sound cards compatible with any of the supported Microsoft Windows operating systems Port: USB port P Note
The following systems are not supported: Operating systems other than the ones indicated on page 125 Personally constructed computers or operating systems Upgraded operating systems Multi-boot environment Multi-monitor environment
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 File extension: .mp3 *1 The playback of MP3 files recorded using the IC recorder is also supported. Not all encoders are supported.
Bit rate and sampling frequencies for WMA files*2

Bit rate: 32 kbps - 192 kbps, VBR Sampling frequencies: 44.1 kHz File extension: .wma *2 WMA Ver. 9 is compatible, however, MBR (Multi Bit Rate), Lossless, Professional, and Voice are not supported. Copyright-protected file cannot be played back. Not all encoders are supported.
Design and specifications

IC recorder section
Capacity (User available capacity)
2 GB (approx. 1.80 GB = 1,932,735,283 Byte) A part of the memory capacity is used as a management area.
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Bit rate and sampling frequencies for AAC-LC files*3

Bit rate: 16 kbps - 320 kbps, VBR Sampling frequencies: 11.025/12/16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 kHz File extension: .m4a *3 Copyright-protected file cannot be played back. Not all AAC encoders are supported.
Playback speed control (DPC)

3.00 times - 0.25 times
Power output
150 mW
Power requirements
Two NH-AAA rechargeable batteries: 2.4 V DC Two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries: 3.0 V DC
Sampling frequencies and bit for linear PCM files

Sampling frequencies: 22.05/44.1 kHz Bit: 16 bit File extension: .wav
Operating temperature
5C - 35C (41F - 95F)
Dimensions (w/h/d) (not incl. projecting parts and controls) (JEITA)*4

Approx. 32.4 mm 137.8 mm 16 mm (1 1/4 in. 5 3/8 in. 5/8 in.)
General
Speaker
Approx. 16 mm (21/32 in.) dia.
Mass (JEITA)*4
Approx. 68 g (2 3/8 oz) excluding batteries *4 Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association)
Input/Output
Microphone jack (minijack, stereo) input for plug in power, minimum input level 1.5 mV Headphone jack (minijack, stereo) output for 8 ohms - 300 ohms impedance headphones USB connector (mini-B jack) High-Speed USB compatible Memory Stick Micro (M2)/microSD memory card slot
Supplied accessories
See page 8.
Optional accessories
Memory Stick Micro (M2) MS-A16GU2, MS-A8GU2, MS-A4GU2, MS-A2GU2 microSD/microSDHC SR-8A4, SR-4A4, SR-2A1 Active speaker SRS-M50
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Electret condenser microphone ECM-CS10, ECM-TL1 Audio connecting cable RK-G136, RK-G139 Rechargeable battery NH-AAA-B2KN USB AC adaptor AC-U501AD Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Maximum recording time*5*6

The maximum recording time of all the folders is as follows. REC Mode Recording scene*7 Built-in memory ICD-SX712
LPCM 44.1kHz/ 16bit MP3 320kbps MP3 192kbps (Meeting) (Interview) MP3 128kbps MP3 48kbps(MONO) MP3 8kbps(MONO) (Music) (My Scene) 3 hr. 0 min. 13 hr. 20 min. 22 hr. 20 min.
Memory card 2 GB
3 hr. 0 min. 13 hr. 20 min. 22 hr. 20 min. 33 hr. 30 min. 89 hr. 25 min. 536 hr. 0 min.
4 GB
6 hr. 0 min. 26 hr. 45 min. 44 hr. 40 min. 67 hr. 5 min. 178 hr. 0 min. 1,073 hr. 0 min.
8 GB
16 GB
32 GB
48 hr. 40 min. 214 hr. 0 min. 357 hr. 0 min. 536 hr. 0 min. 1,431 hr. 0 min. 8,589 hr. 0 min.
(Voice Notes) 33 hr. 30 min. 89 hr. 25 min. 536 hr. 0 min.
(hr.: hours/min.: minutes) *5 When you are going to record continuously for a long time, you may have to replace the batteries with new ones in the midst of recording. For details on the battery life, see the next table. *6 The maximum recording time varies if you record files in mixed recording mode. *7 Default settings
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Battery life
When using Sony NH-AAA rechargeable batteries*1
REC Mode
LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit MP3 320kbps MP3 192kbps MP3 128kbps MP3 48kbps(MONO) MP3 8kbps(MONO) Music file (128 kbps/44.1kHz)
Recording
19 hr. 17 hr. 17 hr. 17 hr. 19 hr. 19 hr.
Playback through speaker*2

16 hr. 16 hr. 16 hr. 16 hr. 16 hr. 16 hr. 16 hr.
Playback using the headphones

22 hr. 22 hr. 22 hr. 22 hr. 22 hr. 22 hr. 22 hr. (hr.: hours)
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When using Sony LR03 (SG) (size AAA) alkaline batteries*1

REC Mode
LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit MP3 320kbps MP3 192kbps MP3 128kbps MP3 48kbps(MONO) MP3 8kbps(MONO) Music file (128 kbps/44.1kHz)
Recording
25 hr. 22 hr. 22 hr. 22 hr. 25 hr. 25 hr.
Playback through speaker *2

21 hr. 21 hr. 21 hr. 21 hr. 21 hr. 21 hr. 21 hr.
Playback using the headphones

30 hr. 30 hr. 30 hr. 30 hr. 30 hr. 30 hr. 30 hr. (hr.: hours) Additional Information
*1 The battery life is measured in testing using methods proprietary to Sony. The battery life may shorten depending on how you operate the IC recorder. *2 When playing back music through the internal speaker with the volume level set to 20
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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 files may be deleted during service or repair work.
Symptom Noise is heard. Remedy 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. The plug of the connected microphone is dirty. Clean the plug. The plug of the connected headphones is dirty. Clean the plug. Noise may be heard during recording pause of an MP3 file, VOR recording, or synchronized recording. When you connect the IC recorder to a computer which is not running, the batteries 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 batteries. USB Charge is set to OFF in the menu. To charge the batteries using your computer, set it to ON (page 101). 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 125.
You cannot charge the batteries by connecting the IC recorder to your computer.
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Symptom
Remedy
The charging indicator is not Rechargeable batteries have not been inserted, or batteries other displayed or disappears in than rechargeable batteries (alkaline batteries, manganese the middle of charging. batteries, etc.) have been inserted. Rechargeable batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity. Rechargeable batteries other than NH-AAA have been inserted. The rechargeable batteries have deteriorated. Replace the old rechargeable batteries with new ones. The USB connecting cable is not connected properly. USB Charge is set to OFF in the menu. To charge the batteries using your computer, set it to ON (page 101). While playing back files using the built-in speaker, you cannot charge the batteries. The IC recorder cannot be turned off. The IC recorder cannot be turned on. Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in the direction of POWER for more than 2 seconds when the IC recorder is stopped (page 15). The power to the IC recorder is off. Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in the direction of POWER for more than 1 second (page 15). The batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity (page 12). When the IC recorder is in the stop mode and you leave the IC recorder without attempting an operation for a certain length of time, the auto power off function will take effect. (The length of time before auto power off is set to 10min when you purchase the IC recorder.) You can select the length of time before auto power off takes effect in the menu (page 101). Take out the batteries and insert them again.
Troubleshooting
The IC recorder is powered off automatically.
The IC recorder does not operate correctly.
It takes a long time for the IC If the IC recorder is required to process a large amount of data, it recorder to start. 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.
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Symptom The IC recorder does not operate. The IC recorder does not operate, even if you press any button.
Remedy You may have formatted the memory of the IC recorder using the computer. Use the IC recorder formatting function to format the memory (page 102). The batteries are weak (page 14). The power to the IC recorder is off. Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in the direction of POWER for more than 1 second (page 15). The HOLD function is activated. Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in the center direction (page 11). The volume is turned down completely (page 26). Headphones are plugged in (page 58). 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.
No sound comes from the speaker. Sound comes from the speaker even when the headphones are plugged in.
The operation indicator does LED is set to OFF. Display the menu and set LED to ON not light. (page 98). The Memory Full animation is displayed and you cannot start recording. The memory is full. Erase some of the files (page 31) or erase all the files after you store them on the other memory media or on your computer.
The File Full animation is 199 files have been recorded in the selected folder ( ) or 4,074 displayed and you cannot files (when there are 21 folders) in total have been recorded. operate the IC recorder. Therefore you cannot record another file, or move a file. Erase some of the files (page 31) or erase all the files after you store them on the other memory media or on your computer. You cannot record a file. The remaining memory capacity is insufficient. You cannot record a file when you select a folder in the playbackonly area (the (Music) tab and the (Podcast) tab).
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Symptom
Remedy
The playback volume is low. The volume is turned down completely. Press VOLUME /+ to adjust the volume (page 26). The recording scene is set to (Voice Notes). Select a recording scene depending on the current situation (page 34). REC Level is set to Low or Low(Music) . Set it to High , Medium , or High(Music) (page 90). When you set REC Level is set to Manual , adjust the recording level manually using . or > on the control button (page 39). If it is difficult to hear small sound of a recorded file, set V-UP to Maximum or Medium (page 61). Playback sound may become more audible. The input sound is distorted. The sound source has parts that are too loud. Set LIMITER to ON in the menu (page 91). You cannot add a recording or an overwrite recording. Add/Overwrite is set to OFF in the menu. Set Add/ Overwrite to Add or Overwrite (page 91). The remaining memory capacity is insufficient. The overwritten part will be deleted after the overwriting part finishes recording. Therefore, you can only overwrite within the remaining recording time. You cannot add or overwrite a recording to a file which was not recorded using the IC recorder. You cannot add or overwrite a recording to a file in a folder in the playback-only area (the (Music) tab and the (Podcast) tab). The VOR function is activated. Set VOR to OFF in the menu (page 45). During manual recording and synchronized recording, the VOR function does not work.
Troubleshooting
Recording is interrupted. The VOR function does not work.
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Symptom
Remedy
When recording from other Connect the headphone jack of other equipment to the equipment, the input level is m (microphone) jack of the IC recorder and adjust the volume too strong or not strong level on the piece of equipment connected to the IC recorder. enough. Playback sound becomes loud unexpectedly. V-UP is set to Maximum or Medium. Set it to OFF (page 61).
Playback speed is too fast or The playback speed is adjusted in DPC. Slide the DPC(SPEED)/ KEY CTRL switch to OFF or press . or > on the control too slow. button to adjust the speed in DPC again (page 63). You cannot divide a file. You need a certain amount of free space in the memory to divide a file. 199 files have been recorded in the selected folder ( ). Erase some of the files (page 31) or erase all the files after you store them on the other memory media or on your computer. Because of the system limitations, you may not be able to divide a file at the very beginning or at the very end of the file. You cannot divide files other than those recorded using the IC recorder (e.g., a file transferred from a computer). Since the memory card may contain image data or other files, the memory required for creating initial folders is insufficient. Use Windows Explorer, Macintosh desktop, or other tools to erase unwanted files or initialize the memory card on the IC recorder. Switch the memory media of the IC recorder to Memory Card (page 49). Remove a memory card and check the side of the memory card. Then insert it with correct side and direction. You have not set the clock (page 16). The date of recording will not be displayed if you recorded the file when the clock was not set.
The memory card is not recognized.
--:-- is displayed. --y--m--d or --:-- is displayed on the REC Date display.
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Symptom
Remedy
There are fewer menu items The menu items displayed are different depending on the displayed in the menu mode. operation modes (stop mode, playback mode, and recording mode) (page 86). The remaining time displayed in the display window is shorter than that displayed in the supplied Sound Organizer software. The battery life is short. The IC recorder requires a certain amount of memory for system operation. That amount is subtracted from the remaining time, which is the reason for the difference.
The battery life on page 130 is based on playback with the volume level set to 20. The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the IC recorder.
There is no battery power Even if you do not use the IC recorder, the batteries are consumed remaining after you have left slightly. If you do not intend to use the IC recorder for an the batteries inserted for long extended period of time, it is recommended that you turn the time without using the IC power off (page 15) or remove the batteries. Moreover, if you set recorder. Auto Power Off to a short span in the menu (page 101), you can prevent the batteries 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. or is flashing instead of the battery indicator. Once the batteries are fully charged, they are 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.
Troubleshooting
The environmental temperature is out of the range for charging. Charge the batteries in an environment with a temperature of 5 C - 35 C (41 F - 95 F).
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Symptom The battery life of the rechargeable batteries is short.
Remedy You are using the rechargeable batteries in an environment with a temperature of under 5 C (41 F). Charge the batteries in an environment with a temperature of 5 C - 35 C (41 F - 95 F). The IC recorder has not been used for a certain time. Charge and discharge the rechargeable batteries using the IC recorder several times. Replace the old rechargeable batteries with new ones. The battery indicator is displayed only for a short time, however, the rechargeable batteries are not charged completely. It takes about 4 hours to fully charge exhausted batteries. If the batteries are removed just after the menu setting is changed, or the menu setting is changed using IC recorder settings of the Sound Organizer software with the exhausted batteries inserted, the menu setting may not function.
Menu does not reflect the change in settings.
A character in a folder or file The IC recorder cannot support or display some special characters name is displayed in and symbols that are entered on a computer using Windows unreadable characters. Explorer or the Macintosh desktop. The Accessing... animation display does not disappear. If the IC recorder is required to process excessive amount of data, the animation may be displayed for an extended period of time. This is not a malfunction of the IC recorder. Wait until the message disappears.
It takes a long time to copy a If the file size of a file is large, it takes a considerable time to file. finish copying. Wait until the copying is finished. The transferred files are not displayed. The IC recorder can recognize up to 8 levels of folders transferred to the IC recorder. If files are incompatible, other than an LPCM(.wav)/MP3(.mp3)/ LPEC(.msv)/WMA(.wma)/AAC-LC(.m4a) file that the IC recorder supports, they may not be displayed. See page 126.
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Symptom The IC recorder is not recognized by your computer. A folder/file cannot be transferred from your computer.
Remedy 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 connecting cable. Connect the IC recorder to your computer using the supplied USB connecting cable. Operation is not guaranteed if you use any system requirements other than those described on page 125. Depending on the USB port position, the IC recorder may not be recognized. If this happens, try another port. The file format may differ from those that can be played back using the IC recorder (LPCM(.wav)/MP3(.mp3)/LPEC(.msv)/ WMA(.wma)/AAC-LC(.m4a)). Check the file name (page 126). If you reboot the computer with the IC recorder connected to the computer, the computer may freeze or may not start properly. Disconnect the IC recorder from the computer and reboot the computer again.
The file transferred from your computer cannot be played back. The computer cannot start.
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Sound Organizer
Refer to the help files of the Sound Organizer software, too.
Symptom Cause/Remedy
The Sound Organizer The free disk or memory space on the computer is too small. software cannot be installed. Check the hard disk and memory space. You are trying to install the software into the operating system that the Sound Organizer software does not support. Install the software into the supported operating system (page 115). In Windows XP, you have logged on using a user name belonging to a user account with limitations. Or in Windows Vista or Windows 7, you have logged on using a guest account. Make sure to log on using a user name with computer administrator privileges. The IC recorder cannot be properly connected. Check that the installation of the software has been successful. Also check the connection as follows: When using an external USB hub, connect the IC recorder directly to the computer. Disconnect and then connect the cable with the IC recorder. Connect the IC recorder to another USB port. Your computer may be in the system standby/hibernate mode. Do not let your computer enter into the system standby/hibernate mode while being connected to the IC recorder. Save a backup copy of all of the data stored on the built-in memory or the memory card, and then format the built-in memory or the memory card using the formatting function in the menu (page 102).
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Symptom
Cause/Remedy
Playback sound from the No sound board is installed. computer is low./No sound is No speaker is built-in or connected to the computer. emitted from the computer. The volume of the sound is turned down. Turn up the volume on the computer. (Refer to the instruction manual of the computer.) The volume of WAV files can be changed and saved using the Increase Volume feature of the Microsoft Sound Recorder. Stored files cannot be played You cannot play back files whose file format the Sound Organizer back or edited. software does not support. Depending on the file format, you cannot use part of editorial features of the software. Refer to the help files of the Sound Organizer software. The counter or slider moves This happens when you play back files that you divided, incorrectly, or noise is heard. combined, overwrote, or added a recording. Store a file on your computer first*, and then add it to the IC recorder. (*Select the saving file format that suits the IC recorder you use.) Operation is slow when there When the total number of files increases, the operation becomes are many files. slower, regardless of the length of the recording time. Display does not work during saving, adding, or deleting of files. The software hangs when the Sound Organizer software starts up. It takes a longer time to copy or delete long files. Wait until the copying is finished. After completing operations, the display works normally. Do not disconnect the connector of the IC recorder while the computer is communicating with the IC recorder. Otherwise the computer operations become unstable or the data inside the IC recorder may be damaged. There may be conflict between the software and other driver or application.
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Message List
Message HOLD Cause/Remedy All the button operations are disabled because the IC recorder is in the HOLD status to prevent unintentional operations. Slide the POWER/HOLD switch towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status (page 11). Batteries are exhausted. Replace the old LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries with new ones. Or charge the rechargeable batteries (page 12) or replace the old rechargeable batteries with new ones. An error occurred while a memory card was being inserted into the memory card slot. Remove and try inserting it again. If this message persists, use a new memory card.
Low Battery
Memory Card Error
Memory Card Not Supported A memory card that the IC recorder does not support is inserted. See About compatible memory cards on page 47. Unknown Memory Card Memory Card Locked Read Only Memory Card Memory Card Access Denied Memory Full An M2 that the IC recorder does not authorize is inserted. See About compatible memory cards on page 47. The memory card is write-protected. A write-protected memory card cannot be used with the IC recorder. A read-only memory card is inserted. A read-only memory card cannot be used with the IC recorder. Since a memory card containing an access control function is inserted, you cannot use it. The remaining memory capacity of the IC recorder is insufficient. Erase some files before recording.
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Message File Full
Cause/Remedy When there are already the maximum number of files in the selected folder or the total number of files stored on the IC recorder has exceeded the maximum, you cannot record a new file. Erase some files before recording. You cannot play back or edit files, because the data of the selected file is damaged. 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 (page 102). The IC recorder failed in memory access. Remove and then reinsert the batteries. Save a backup copy of your data and format the IC recorder using the menu (page 102). A memory card was inserted during recording or playback. Remove the memory card and insert it while the IC recorder is in the stop mode. Set the clock; otherwise, you cannot set the alarm.
Troubleshooting
File Damaged Format Error
Process Error
Stop and Reinsert Memory Card Set Date&Time Set Add/Overwrite Track Marks are Full No File No Track Marks No Setting
Add/Overwrite in the menu is set to OFF. You cannot add a recording or an overwrite recording (page 91). You can set up to 98 track marks for a file. Cancel unwanted track marks (page 77). The selected folder does not have any files. You cannot move a file or set the alarm, etc., because of this. There are no track marks when you attempt to erase or locate a track mark. If you have not set the alarm, the alarm list will not be displayed. Make the alarm setting for New (page 68).
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Message Low Battery Level
Cause/Remedy You cannot format the memory or erase all the files in a folder because of insufficient battery power. Replace the old LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries with new ones. Or charge the rechargeable batteries (page 12) or replace the old rechargeable batteries with new ones. The selected file is protected or is a Read only file. You cannot erase it. Cancel the protection on the IC recorder or cancel Read only on your computer to edit the file using the IC recorder (page 84). The selected file has already been set for alarm playback. Select the other file. You set the alarm to play back a file at a date and time previously set on another file. Change the alarm setting. You set the alarm when the time has already passed. Check it and set the appropriate date and time (page 68). You can set up to 30 alarms. Cancel unwanted alarms. When you operate Change Folder Name function in the menu, there are 10 folders with the same folder name as the folder you selected. Please choose a different folder name from the templates (page 82). This data is not in a file format that is supported by the IC recorder. The IC recorder supports LPCM(.wav)/MP3(.mp3)/ LPEC(.msv)/WMA(.wma)/AAC-LC(.m4a) files. For details, see Design and specifications on page 126. You cannot play back copyright protected files.
File Protected
Already Set
Past Date/Time Settings are Full
Unknown Data
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Message Invalid Operation
Cause/Remedy You cannot divide or set a track mark in files in the folder in the playback-only area (the (Music) tab and the (Podcast) tab). When a memory card has a bad block on it, the card cannot be written to. Prepare a new memory card to replace the current one. The file name has reached the maximum number of characters; you cannot divide the file. Shorten the file name. The Divide All Track Marks function cannot be used because there is a track mark within 0.5 seconds from the dividing position. The Divide All Track Marks function cannot be used because there is a track mark within 0.5 seconds from the beginning of a file or the end of a file. The file length is less than 1 second; you cannot divide such a short file. The Divide Current Position function cannot be used at a position within 0.5 seconds from the beginning of a file or the end of a file. You cannot use the editorial functions in the menu for LPEC(.msv) files. The file being recorded has reached the maximum size limit (2 GB for an LPCM file, and 1 GB for an MP3 file). The file will be divided automatically and recording will continue as a new file. When the NOISE CUT switch is set to ON, the effect function does not work. Cancel the noise cut setting (page 60). If there are no files in the or folder, no folders are displayed in the display window. Only a folder with a file will be displayed. When there are already 199 files in the selected folder or the total number of files stored on the IC recorder exceeds the maximum, you cannot divide a file. Erase some files before dividing a file.
Troubleshooting
New File
Invalid when Noise Cut is ON Change Folder
Cannot Divide - Exceeds Max 199 Files in Folder
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Message Same File Name Exists No Memory Card
Cause/Remedy A file of the same file name already exists in the destination folder when a file is copied to the other memory media. There is no memory card inserted into the memory card slot when you attempt to set the Select Memory, File Copy, or Cross-Memory REC menus. When Cross-Memory REC in the menu is enabled and the memory media currently being used becomes full during recording, the IC recorder switches to the other memory media and continues recording. REC Level in the menu is set to Manual function does not work (page 90). REC Level in the menu is not set to Manual LIMITER function does not work (page 90). . The VOR . The
Continue REC in Other Memory
Invalid in Manual Setting Manual Setting Only
Erased Track Marks too near When there is a track mark set within 0.5 seconds from the Divide Point dividing position, the track mark is automatically erased. No operation with Memory Card System Error You cannot set an alarm in a file stored on a memory card. Switch the memory media of the IC recorder to Built-In Memory (page 49, 50). A system error other than the above has occurred. Remove the batteries and re-insert them.
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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 files up to If you record files in a mixture of the recording modes, the the maximum recording recordable time varies from the maximum recording time of the time. highest recording mode to those of the lowest recording mode. The sum of the number on the counter (elapsed recording time) and the remaining recording time may be less than the IC recorders maximum recording time. You cannot display or play back music files in order. If you have transferred music files using your computer, those files may not be transferred in order of transfer because of system limitations. If you transfer music files from your computer to the IC recorder one by one, you can display and play back the music files in transferred order. The file being recorded has reached the maximum size limit (2 GB for an LPCM file, and 1 GB for an MP3 file). Therefore it is automatically divided.
A file is divided automatically.
Troubleshooting
You cannot enter lower-case Depending on the combination of the characters used for the characters. folder name that was made on your computer, those characters may change to all capitals. s is displayed in place of A character which cannot be displayed on the IC recorder has a folder name, title, artist been used. Using your computer, replace it with one which can be name, or file name. displayed on the IC recorder. 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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Symptom The remaining recording time becomes shorter when you divide a file.
Cause/Remedy You need a certain amount of free space for a file management area to divide a file, therefore the remaining recording time will be shortened.
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Display Window Guide

Display when stopped
C File information type indicator : A folder where you can record a file : A folder for playback only : A folder for podcast files : Title name : Artist name : File name D Microphone sensitivity indicator : High : Medium : Low : High(Music) : Low(Music) : Manual Displays the recording level when Manual is set. E File information Displays the information for each file according to the file information type (folder name, title name, artist name, file name). F File information switch operation guide You can switch the file information display in order by pushing v or V on
A Newly arriving podcast indication B Scene select indication Displays the currently selected scene used for recording. Appears when a scene is set. : Meeting : Voice Notes : Interview : Music : My Scene
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the control button. You can also display the recording level meter. G Operation mode indicator Displays the following, depending on the current operation of the IC recorder. : stop : playback : recording : recording standby/recording pause (flashing) : recording with the VOR function : recording pause with the VOR function (flashing) If you press z REC/PAUSE to pause recording when VOR is set to ON in the menu, only flashes. : synchronized recording : synchronized recording pause (flashing) : review/fast backward, cue/ fast forward : going backward/forward continuously H Elapsed time/Remaining time/ Recording date and time indication
I Track mark indicator Displays the track mark number just before the current position. Appears when a track mark is set for a file. J Alarm indicator Appears when the alarm is set in a file. K Recording 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. : LPCM file recorded or transferred with the IC recorder , , , , : MP3 file recorded or transferred with the IC recorder When the files are transferred from your computer, file formats only ( / ) are displayed. : WMA files transferred : AAC-LC files transferred : LPEC files transferred Displays as follows when the IC recorder cannot get the recording mode. : Unknown
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L Limiter indicator (only displayed during manual recording) Appears when LIMITER is set to ON in the menu. M LCF (Low Cut Filter) indicator Appears when LCF(Low Cut) is set to ON in the menu. N Protect indicator Appears when the protection is set for a file. O Remaining 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.
Display when recording (auto (AGC) recording)
Display when recording (manual recording)
Troubleshooting
Display when recording (pre-recording)
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P Level meter display Level meter display in auto (AGC) recording mode. In manual recording, the level meter whose colors are reverse is displayed. Q File number The selected file number is displayed in the numerator and the total number of files in the folder is displayed in the denominator. R Memory card indication When Memory Card is selected as Select Memory, the indication is displayed. When Built-In Memory is selected, no indication is displayed. S Battery indicator T Pre-recording buffering time display Appears when the IC recorder is in the recording standby mode.
Display during playback
U Playback mode indicator 1: Appears when a file is played back. : Appears when files in one folder are played back continuously. ALL: Appears when all the files are played back continuously. 1: Appears when one file is played back repeatedly. : Appears when files in one folder are played back repeatedly. ALL: Appears when all the files are played back repeatedly.
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V Noise cut/Effect indicator Appears when the NOISE CUT switch is set to ON, or Effect is set in the menu. : Noise cut : Pop : Rock : Jazz : Bass1 : Bass2 : Custom
W HOLD indicator Appears when the IC recorder is in the HOLD status to prevent unintentional operations. To release the HOLD status, slide the POWER/HOLD switch towards the center (page 11).
Display in the HOLD status
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Index
A
AAC-LC files ........................................ 127 A-B repeat ...............................................67 Adding a recording .....................40, 86, 91 Adjusting the volume ........................26, 57 Alarm ..........................................68, 86, 95 Alkaline battery ....................................131 Auto (AGC) recording ............................22
D
Digital voice up ...........................61, 86, 93 Displaying the current date and time ......18 Dividing a file at all the track mark positions ......................................80, 87, 97 Dividing a file at the current position ........................................79, 87, 96 DPC (Digital Pitch Control) ....................63
B
Battery indicator .....................................14 Battery life ............................................ 130
E
Easy search ..................................58, 86, 94 Editing files .............................................72 Effect ...........................................64, 86, 94 Erasing ....................................................31 Erasing a track mark ...................77, 87, 96 Erasing all files in a folder ..........74, 87, 97 Erasing all the track marks ..........77, 87, 97 External microphone ...............................52
C
Calendar ......................................59, 87, 97 Changing a folder name ..............82, 87, 96 Changing the Scene Select settings ........................................36, 86, 88 Copying a file to the other memory media ...........................................73, 87, 96 Copying files to your computer ............110 Copying music files to the IC recorder ................................................. 111 Cross-memory recording ............50, 86, 92 Cue ..........................................................58 154
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F
Folder ..................................20, 25, 72, 104
H
HOLD ......................................................11
I
Index to parts and controls Display window ................................ 149 Front .....................................................9 Rear .......................................................9 Input selection .............................52, 86, 93
K
Key control .............................................63
M
Maintenance ..........................................123 Manual recording ....................................39 Memory card ................................... 47, 123 Memory Stick Micro (M2) ..... 47, 106 Menu Add/Overwrite ..............................86, 91 Alarm ............................................86, 95 Auto Power Off .......................... 87, 101 Backlight .......................................87, 99 Beep ............................................ 87, 100 Calendar ........................................87, 97 Change Folder Name ....................87, 96 Cross-Memory REC .....................86, 92 Date&Time .................................87, 100 Display ..........................................87, 98 Divide All Track Marks ................87, 97
Divide Current Position ................87, 96 Easy Search ...................................86, 94 Effect .............................................86, 94 Erase All .......................................87, 97 Erase All Track Marks ..................87, 97 Erase Track Mark .........................87, 96 File Copy ......................................87, 96 Format .........................................87, 102 Language .....................................87, 100 LCF(Low Cut) ..............................86, 90 LED ...............................................87, 98 LIMITER ......................................86, 91 Making settings for the menu .............85 Menu settings ......................................86 Move File ......................................87, 96 Noise Cut Level ............................86, 93 Play Mode .....................................86, 95 PRE REC ......................................86, 91 Protect ...........................................87, 96 REC Level ....................................86, 90 REC Mode ....................................86, 89 Scene Edit .....................................86, 88 Select Input ...................................86, 93 Select Memory ..............................87, 99 SYNC REC ...................................86, 92 Time Display ..............................87, 100
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USB Charge ................................ 87, 101 VOR ..............................................86, 92 V-UP .............................................86, 93 Message list ..........................................142 Microphone directionality ................20, 33 microSD card .................................. 47, 107 Monitoring the recording ........................57 Moving a file ...............................72, 87, 96 MP3 files ............................................... 126
R
Rechargeable battery ...............12, 120, 130 Recharging the batteries ..........................12 Recording ..........................................20, 33 Recording from a telephone ....................53 Recording from other equipment ............53 Recording level .......................................39 Recording time ......................................129 Recording with other equipment .............71 Review ..............................................24, 58
N
Noise .....................................................122 Noise cut .................................................60 Noise cut level ............................61, 86, 93
S
Scene selection ........................................34 Setting the clock ........................16, 87, 100 Setting the language ..................19, 87, 100 Sound Organizer ...................................114 Specifications ........................................125 Switching the memory ................49, 87, 99 Synchronized recording ..............54, 86, 92 System limitations .................................147 System requirements .....................115, 125
O
Overwrite recording ....................42, 86, 91
P
Pause recording .......................................24 Playback ............................................25, 58 Playback modes ..........................66, 86, 95 Podcast .................................................. 114 POWER/HOLD switch .....................11, 15 Precautions ............................................ 122 Pre-recording ..............................43, 86, 91 Protecting a file ...........................84, 87, 96 156
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T
Tab view ..................................................28 Track mark ..............................................76 Troubleshooting ....................................132
U
USB AC adaptor ................................... 120 USB memory ........................................ 113 Using the IC recorder with your computer ............................................... 103
V
VOR (Voice Operated Recording) ..................................45, 86, 92
W
WMA files ............................................ 126
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This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Notice for users

RECYCLING NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERIES

Other Recording Operations

Other Playback Operations

About the Menu Function

Utilizing Your Computer

Step 1: Checking the Contents of the Package

Stereo headphones (1)

USB connecting cable (1) Wind screen* (1)

Use this to cover the built-in microphones.

Cradle* (1) Stand (1)

Index to parts and controls

W M2/microSD memory card slot X (USB) connector

Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD)

To release the IC recorder from the HOLD status

To put the IC recorder in the HOLD status

Slide the POWER/HOLD switch towards the center. P Note

Step 2: Recharging the Batteries

2 Connect the IC recorder to your

Recharging the batteries using a computer

To USB port of your computer

1 Insert rechargeable batteries.

3 Disconnect the IC recorder from the

USB port of the computer.

3 Disconnect the IC recorder from your

of the IC recorder does not light.

t Left-click Eject IC RECORDER.

Battery remain indication

Recharging the batteries using a USB AC adaptor

When to charge/replace the batteries

Step 3: Turning the IC Recorder On

Turning the power off

Step 4: Setting the Clock

2 Press x STOP to return to the stop mode

Setting the clock using the menu

1 Select Date&Time in the menu.

The menu mode window will be displayed.

Setting the clock after recharging the batteries

1 Press v or V on the control button to set

2 Press . on the control button, press v or V on the control button to select

3 Press v or V on the control button to

4 Press v or V on the control button to set 2 Press v or V on the control button to

5 Press x STOP to exit the menu mode.

To display the current date and time

Step 5: Setting the Language to Be Used in the Display Window

3 Press x STOP to exit the menu mode.

Switching the directionality of the built-in microphones

1 Change the angle of the built-in microphones manually

1 Slide the POWER/HOLD switch towards the center to

to display the folder selection window.

3 Press . on the control button, press v or V on the

4 Press v or V on the control button to select the folder in

Starting to record (Auto (AGC) recording)

1 Turn the built-in microphones in the direction of the

2 Press z REC/PAUSE in the stop mode.

Note while accessing

1 Slide the POWER/HOLD switch towards the center to

3 Press . on the control button, press v or V on the