Other operations To

pause recording*
The unit does not operate.
The batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity. The batteries are weak. The buttons are locked with the HOLD switch. (If you press any button, HOLD will appear for 3 seconds.)

Do this

Press zREC/REC PAUSE. During recording pause, the OPR indicator flashes in red and PAUSE flashes in the display window. Press zREC/REC PAUSE again. Recording resumes from that point. (To stop recording after pausing recording, press xSTOP.) Press the jog lever (xB). Recording stops and playback starts from the beginning of the message just recorded. Keep pressing the jog lever down (.) during recording or recording pause. Recording stops and you can search backwards while listening to fast playback sound. After you release the jog lever, playback starts from that point. You can add an overwrite recording from that point.
Recording a sound not centering on a specific direction (all-directional recording)
Slide the DIRECTNL switch to OFF position.
REC-OP SET DATE BEEP LED ALARM
release pause and resume recording
Selecting the sensitivity of the built-in microphone
Select the microphone sensitivity by setting SENS in the menu.
No sound comes from the speaker.
The headphones are plugged in. The volume is turned down completely.
Using on house current (excluding the Korean and the Peoples Republic of China models)
Connect the AC power adaptor AC-E30HG (not supplied) to the DC IN 3V jack of the unit and to the wall outlet. Do not use any other AC power adaptor.
Sound comes from the speaker even when the headphones are plugged in.
If you plug in the headphones not securely during playback, the sound may come from the speaker. Unplug the headphones and then insert them securely.
review the current recording instantly

Monitoring the recording

Connect headphones supplied or not supplied to the i (headphones) jack and monitor the recording. You can adjust the volume with VOL +/, but the recording level is fixed.
Displays the window to set the recording mode: ST*: You can record with high-quality stereo sound. STLP: You can record with stereo sound for longer time. SP: You can record with better sound (monaural sound). LP: You can record for longer time (monaural sound). Note: The DIRECTNL switch functions only in the SP or LP recording mode. In the ST or STLP modes where the high-performance sound reproduction is important, sound is recorded in the stereo mode without regard to the DIRECTNL switch ON/OFF position. Displays the window to set the microphone sensitivity. H* (high): To record at meetings or in a quiet and/or spacious place. L (low): To record dictation or in a noisy place. Displays the window to change the display mode (COUNTER*). See Selecting the Display Mode on the reverse. Displays the window to set the VOR (Voice Operated Recording) function. on: The VOR function is activated. Recording starts when the unit detects sound and stops when no sound is heard, eliminating recording from soundless period. oFF*: The VOR function is disabled. Normal recording operation is selected. Notes: VOR function is affected by the sound around you. Set SENS in the menu according to the recording conditions. If recording is not satisfactory after you have changed the microphone sensitivity, or for important recording, set VOR to oFF. When recording with the VOR function set to on in LP mode, the time display in the REM (remaining time) mode may not be correct (ICD-SX66 only). Displays the window to set the playback speed (on/oFF (0%*)). See Adjusting the Playback Speed DPC on the reverse. Displays the window to set the easy search function. on: You can go back for approx. 3 seconds by pressing the jog lever down (.), or advance for approx. 10 seconds by pressing the jog lever up (>). oFF*: You can go back or forward the messages by pressing the jog lever down or up (./>). Displays the window to set the continuous play. on: You can play back all messages in a folder continuously. oFF*: Playback stops at the end of each message. Displays the window to set the adding recording mode (on/oFF*). See Using an Adding Recording on the reverse. Displays the window to set the clock (05Y1M1D*). See Step 2: Seting the Clock. on*: A beep will sound to indicate that operation has been accepted. oFF: No beep sound will be heard except for the alarm. Displays the window to turn on or off the OPR indicator during operation (on*/oFF). See Turning off the OPR indicator (LED) on the reverse. Displays the window to set the alarm (on/oFF*). See Playing Back a Message at a Desired Time with an Alarm on the reverse.

OK//OK OK/OK/OK

OK//OK

OK/OK/

OK/OK/ OK// OK// OK// OK// OK//
**Displays whether you can change the setting in each operation mode (Stop: stop mode/Play: playback mode/Rec: recording mode): OK shows the setting can be changed and shows the setting cannot be changed.

Polarity of the plug

review during recording
If you turn up the volume excessively or place the headphones near the microphone while monitoring recording, the microphone may pick up the sound from the headphones, causing acoustic feedback (howling sound).
The OPR indicator does not light.
LED in the menu is set to oFF. Display the menu and set LED to on.
Step 2: Setting the Clock
You need to set the clock to use the alarm function or record the date and time. Clock setting display appears when you insert batteries for the first time, or when you insert batteries after the unit has been without batteries for a certain period of time. In this case, proceed from step 4. Jog lever Press up (>). Turn toward MENU. Press the center (xB). Press down (.). Note on setting the clock
Set the clock while the unit is in the stop mode.
Index to Parts and Controls
Identifying the front and rear panels of the unit
You cannot start recording.
The memory is full. Erase some of the messages. Or use the Digital Voice Editor to save the IC recorder messages to the hard disk of your PC. 99 messages have already been recorded in the selected folder. Select another folder or erase some of the messages.
* 1 hour after you pause recording, recording pause is automatically released and the unit goes into the stop mode.
Starting recording automatically in response to the sound Advanced VOR function
Set VOR in the menu to on.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Model: Responsible Party: Address: SONY ICD-SX46 Sony Electronics Inc. 16450 W. Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127 USA Telephone Number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
You cannot erase a message.
The message or the folder containing the message is set to Read-only in the computer. Display the message or the folder using Windows Explorer and remove the check for Read-only under Properties.
You cannot add a recording or an overwrite recording to the previously recorded message.
The remaining memory is too short. The overwritten part will be deleted after the overwriting part finishes recording. Therefore, you can only overwrite within the remaining recording time. At a factory setting, REC-OP (recording option) is set to oFF. Display the menu and set REC-OP to on.

3 REC (Recording) indicator 4 Remaining battery indicator
When the AC power adaptor (not supplied) is connected, the indicator does not appear (excluding the Korean and the Peoples Republic of China models).
qa Counter /Remaining time indication / Recording date and time indication /Current time indication
The display selected with the DISP in the menu appears.
You cannot combine messages. Trademarks
LPEC and are the trademarks of Sony Corporation. IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Microsoft, Windows and Outlook are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation, registered in the USA and other countries. Copyright 1995 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Portion Copyright 1995 Microsoft Corporation Apple and Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc., registered in the USA and other countries. Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories. NaturallySpeaking, Dragon Systems are trademarks owned by ScanSoft, Inc. and are registered in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Furthermore, and are not mentioned in each case in this manual. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
The Digital Voice Editor uses software modules as shown below: Microsoft DirectX 2001 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
The bookmark is set for the message. Delete the bookmark, and then combine messages.
The window will return to normal display. 2 Adjust the volume with VOL +/. * The display selected with DISP in the menu appears. ** When LED in the menu is set to oFF, the OPR indicator turns off.
qs SENS (microphone sensitivity) indication
Displays the current microphone sensitivity: H (high): To record at a meeting or in a quiet/ spacious place. L (low): To record for dictation or in a noisy place.
Messages are not sorted in order of the number of priority marks in a folder.

stop at the current position (Playback Pause function) go back to the beginning of the current message* go back to previous messages
Press xSTOP or the jog lever (xB). To resume playback from that point, press the jog lever (xB) again. Press the jog lever down (.) once.** Press the jog lever down (.) repeatedly. (During stop mode, keep the jog lever pressed to go back the messages continuously.) Press the jog lever up (>) once.** Press the jog lever up (>) repeatedly. (During stop mode, keep the jog lever pressed to skip the messages continuously.) e.g.: A message is being recorded as the 21st message of all 21 messages in the folder A in ST mode with H (high) microphone sensitivity. In a special recording or playback mode such as overwrite recording, A-B repeat playback, or DPC play, the mode flashes in the display.
The battery life is short.
The battery life mentioned in Step 1: Installing the Batteries is based on playback through internal speaker with the medium volume level (using Sony alkaline batteries LR03(SG)). The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the unit.
ACCESS display does not disappear.
If the unit is required to process excessive amount of data, ACCESS may be displayed for an extended period of time. This is not a malfunction of the unit. Wait until the message disappears.
When you record a new message.
Recording modes* ICD-SX46 ST 5 hr. STLP 11 hr. SP LP ICD-SX56 ST STLP SP LP ICD-SX66 ST STLP SP LP 17 hr. 47 hr. 11 hr. 22 hr. 35 hr. 95 hr. 23 hr. 45 hr. 72 hr. 192 hr.
50 min. 15 min. 50 min. 35 min. 45 min. 40 min. 55 min. 50 min. 40 min. 30 min. 5 min. 20 min. skip to the next message* skip to the succeeding messages
When the remain time becomes shorter than 1 minute When the memory is full, recording automatically stops and FULL will be displayed with an alarm sound. To continue recording, first erase some of the messages. Note
When you set BEEP to oFF, an alarm sound (beep) does not sound.
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Applicable accessories: Headphones

The unit does not operate correctly.
Take out the batteries and insert them again with correct polarity.
You cannot connect the unit to the PC.
Refer to the Digital Voice Editor 2 operating instructions. Please note that recorded messages may be erased during service or repair work.
Turn the jog lever toward FOLDER repeatedly to display the folder (A, B, C, D or E) in which you wish to record messages. Selected folder
When the DPC switch is set to ON to start playback rapidly x Display during setting the menu In menu setting mode, the menu items and current setting are displayed. You can change the setting while it is flashing. LP recording mode is being selected.
* If you have set a bookmark on the message, the unit stops at the bookmark. **These operations are for when EASY-S is set to oFF. For operations when EASY-S is set to on, see Operating the Menu.
x Error messages The error messages or error numbers will be displayed. When an access error occurs

Operating the Menu

You can use the menu to change the IC recorder settings. During playback and recording, the menu items to be displayed are limited. Follow the procedures below to display the menu and change the settings: 1 Turn the jog lever toward MENU. The menu mode will be displayed. 2 Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select the menu item for which you want to change setting. 3 Press the jog lever (xB). The setting mode of the selected menu item will be displayed. 4 Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select the setting that you want to set, and then press the jog lever (xB). The setting will be changed. 5 Turn the jog lever toward MENU to exit the menu mode. The window will return to normal display. Note
If you do not press any keys for one minute, the menu mode is automatically cancelled and the window will return to normal display.
(hr.: hours/min.: minutes) * Recording modes (To record in better sound quality, select the ST or STLP mode. For switching the recording mode, see Operating the Menu.): ST: Standard play stereo recording mode STLP: Long play stereo recording mode SP: Standard play monaural recording mode LP: Long play monaural recording mode
MODE menu In alarm or clock setting, the date and time setting display appears.
When an error number is displayed
When an MP3 file is played back, the time display may not be correct. MP3 is not displayed in the window even when an MP3 file is played back.
July 8, 2006 is being selected.
BVarious Ways of Recording
Adding a Recording to a Previously Recorded Message

You can add a recording to the message being played back. Notes
At a factory setting, you cannot add a recording not to erase the message by accidental operation. See Using an Adding Recording to change the setting. The added or overwritten portion of a message will be recorded in the same recording mode (ST, STLP, SP or LP) as the original message, regardless of the current recording mode setting. You cannot add or overwrite a recording if the remaining memory is insufficient. For more information, see Troubleshooting. You cannot add or overwrite a recording onto an MP3 file.
Adjusting the Playback Speed DPC (Digital Pitch Control)
You can adjust the speed of the playback between twice the normal speed (+100%) and half the normal speed (50%). The message is played back in natural tone thanks to the digital processing function.
2 Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select ALARM oFF. If the alarm has been already set to on, ALARM on will be displayed. 3 Press the jog lever (xB). The alarm setting mode will be displayed in the display window. 4 Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select on. If on has already been selected, follow the next step. 5 Press the jog lever (xB). DATE will be displayed in the display window.
Erasing All Messages in a Folder
You can erase all recorded messages in a folder.
Turn the jog lever toward FOLDER repeatedly to display the folder (A, B, C, D or E) containing the messages you want to erase. While pressing xSTOP, press ERASE for more than 1 second.
The message number and ALL ERASE will flash for 10 seconds.
Adding Priority Mark(s) Priority Mark Function
Usually the recorded messages are lined up in the order of recording. By adding priority marks () to important messages, you can renumber the messages in the order of their priority. There are four levels, (the most important), , , and no priority mark. You can add priority marks both in the stop mode and in the playback mode.
Turning off the OPR Indicator (LED)
During recording and playback, the OPR (operation) indicator lights or flashes. You can set the OPR indicator to turn off even in operation.

BOther Information

To avoid potential risk of data loss caused by accidental operation or malfunction of the IC recorder, we recommend that you save a backup copy of your recorded messages on a tape recorder or to a computer, etc.
Press xSTOP to stop the recording.
Adding an Overwrite Recording during Playback When REC-OP in the menu is set to OVER, you can add an overwrite recording after the selected point in a recorded message. The part of the message after the selected point is deleted. The starting point of an overwrite recording
Message 2 Message 3 Message 4 The deleted part of Message 2 Message 2 Message 3 Message 4
Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to set the playback speed.
Fast play (up to +100% by 10%): Press up (>). Slow play (down to 50% by 5%): Press down (.).
On system limitations of the IC recorder
There are some system limitations of the unit. Troubles as mentioned below are not malfunctions of the unit.
Press the job lever (xB).
The specified playback speed is confirmed.
Press A-B (repeat)/ PRIORITY repeatedly to select the number of priority mark(s) (). Press the jog lever (xB) to fix the setting.
The setting is finished and the messages will be renumbered.
You cannot record messages up to the maximum recording time.
If you record messages in a mixture of ST, STLP, SP and LP modes, the recordable time varies from the maximum ST mode recording time to the maximum LP mode recording time. Due to the limitation of the IC recording system mentioned above, the sum of the total recorded time in the counter (elapsed time) and the remaining time becomes shorter than the maximum recording time of the IC recorder.
To cancel the HOLD function
Slide the HOLD switch in the opposite direction. 1 Tip
Even if the HOLD function is activated, you can stop the alarm playback. To stop the alarm or playback, press xSTOP. (You cannot stop usual playback.)
To play back at the same time every day
Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select DAILY. Then press the jog lever (xB).
Added overwrite recording in Message 2
REC is displayed. OVER flashes on the display window and the OPR indicator flashes in red.

Adding a Bookmark

You can add a bookmark at a point in a message and use it during playback. You can add only one bookmark in each message.
Select the alarm time. 1 Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select the hour digits, and press the jog lever (xB). The minute digit will flash. 2 Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select the minute digits, and press the jog lever (xB).
While recording or playing back a message, press DIVIDE/ (bookmark) at the point you want to divide. (bookmark) during When you press DIVIDE/ recording: The new message number is added at the point you pressed the button, and the new message number and DIVIDE flash for 3 seconds. The message will be divided into two; however, the messages will be recorded without a break. Message 1 Message 2 Message 3

e.g. When there are 3 Messages with messages in a folder priority mark(s) Messages are sorted in order of the number of priority mark(s) () in a folder. Messages without a priority mark Message 1 are moved behind the messages with priority mark(s). 1 Tip
If there are over 2 messages with the same number of priority marks in a folder, these messages are sorted by Message 3 the recorded date and time (The oldest one comes first).
Using an Adding Recording
At a factory setting, you cannot add a recording not to erase the message by accidental operation. If you want to add a recording to a previously recorded message or add an overwrite recording, change the REC-OP setting in the procedures below.
You cannot divide a message.
You cannot divide a message in a folder which has 99 messages. If you divide messages frequently, the unit may become unable to divide a message. You cannot divide an MP3 file. NO EDIT appears in the display window.

Message 2

You cannot combine messages.
You cannot combine different recording mode (ST/ STLP/SP/LP) messages. If you divide or combine messages frequently, the unit may become unable to combine messages. You cannot combine MP3 files. NO EDIT appears in the display window.
Press zREC/REC PAUSE to start recording.
The display returns to the display mode set in the menu and the OPR indicator lights in red.
During playback or stop, press DIVIDE/ (bookmark) for more than 1 second.
A bookmark is added and the bookmark indicator ( ) flashes for 3 seconds. If you add a bookmark to a message that already has a bookmark, a previously added bookmark is deleted and a bookmark is added to the newly specified point.
The menu mode will be displayed in the display window.
Recording with an External Microphone or Other Equipment
Recording with an External Microphone
Connect an external microphone to the m (microphone) jack. When you connect an external microphone, the built-in microphone is automatically cut off. When a plug in power type microphone is connected, power is automatically supplied to the microphone from the IC recorder.
Select the alarm playback.
Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select the alarm sound either from B-PLAY (for starting playback after the alarm) or B-ONLY (for only the alarm).
A message is divided. Recording continues. 1 Tip
You can divide a message during recording pause.
To start playback at the bookmark
Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) during stop so that the bookmark indicator flashes for 3 seconds. Then press the jog lever (xB). To delete the bookmark 1 In stop mode, press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to display the number of the message with the bookmark you wish to delete. 2 While pressing DIVIDE/ (bookmark), press ERASE for more than 1 second. 3 Press ERASE while the bookmark indicator and ERASE are flashing. Notes

If you want to combine messages to which the bookmark is already added, delete the bookmark before combining messages. You cannot add a bookmark to an MP3 file.

The setting is finished.

When you press DIVIDE/ (bookmark) during playback: The message is divided into two at the point you pressed the button, and DIVIDE flashes for 3 seconds. The message numbers of the following messages will increase by one.
Message 1 Message 2 Message 3 The message numbers increase.
You can also add priority mark(s) using the supplied Digital Voice Editor software. But messages are not sorted in order of the number of the priority marks unless you sorted by the number of priority marks using the software.
Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select REC-OP, then press the jog lever (xB).
The adding recording window will be displayed.
You cannot add additional recording.
You cannot record an MP3 file. NO EDIT appears in the display window.
You cannot overwrite a recording.
You cannot overwirte an MP3 file. NO EDIT appears in the display window.

BOther Functions

Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select on, then press the jog lever (xB).
You cannot display the remaining time in the REM (remaining time) mode.
When recording with the VOR function in LP mode, the time display may not be correct (ICD-SX 66 only).
The normal display appears. , is displayed when the message having an alarm setting is selected.
Selecting the Display Mode
You can select the display mode for stop, recording and playback modes.

A message is divided.

Message 1 Message 2 Message 3 Message 4

mini-plug (stereo)

When the set date and time comes
At the set time, the alarm will sound for about 10 seconds and the selected message will be played back (If you have selected B-ONLY in step 5, only the alarm will sound). During alarm playback, ALARM will flash in the display window. When the playback ends, the unit will stop automatically at the beginning of that message. 1To listen to the same message again
Press the jog lever (xB). The same message will be played back from the beginning.
To play the divided message Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to display the message number as the divided messages have message numbers. 1 To play the divided messages continuously

Select on for CONT in the menu as described in Operating the Menu.
Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select ADD or OVER, then press the jog lever (xB).
ADD: adds a recording to a previously recorded message OVER: adds an overwrite recording
DPC function does not work.
You cannot set the playback speed to more than +10% with an MP3 file with a speed of more than 192kbps. If you try to do so, NO FAST will appear in the display window and the playback becomes normal.
You cannot add a bookmark.
You cannot add a bookmark to an MP3 file. NO EDIT appears in the display window.

Stereo microphone

Combining Messages
You can combine two messages into one.
The message numbers decrease.
Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select DISP. Press the jog lever (xB).
The display setting window will be displayed.
If an Error Message is displayed
If the following error messages are displayed, do the remedies described here. Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
1 Recommended types of microphones
You can use the ECM-CS10 Sony electret condenser microphone (not supplied).
Playing back all messages in a folder continuously Continuous Play
When CONT is set to on in the menu, you can play back all the messages in a folder continuously. You can change the setting during playback.
To prohibit to add a recording In step 3 , select oFF and then press the jog lever (xB).

BACK-D

COUNTER n REM N N REC TIME n REC DATE
Recording from Other Equipment
To record sound of other equipment with the IC recorder, connect the m (microphone) jack of the IC recorder to the earphone jack of other equipment (tape recorder etc.) by using a resistance audio connecting cable. Before you start recording, set the microphone sensitivity by setting SENS in the menu to H (high). Note
If you use an audio connecting cable without a resistor, sound may be recorded interrupted. Make sure to use a resistance audio connecting cable.
1To cancel the alarm setting before the playback starts
Press xSTOP while the alarm sound is heard. You can stop the alarm playback even when the HOLD function is activated.

Message 1

Messages are combined.
After combining messages, the latter messages alarm setting, priority mark(s) and bookmark will be deleted. If you combine messages with a bookmark, the following procedures will erase the bookmark. To combine messages, redo the procedures. You cannot combine messages of different recording modes.
Playing back a message repeatedly Repeat Play
During playback, press the jog lever (xB) for more than one second. will be displayed and the selected message will be played back repeatedly. To resume normal playback, press the jog lever (xB) again. To stop playback, press xSTOP.

During playback, press A-B (repeat)/ PRIORITY briefly.
The starting point (A) of the section you wish to play repeatedly is set. A-B B flashes.
To cancel erasing Press xSTOP before step 4.
Connecting cable (supplied) Notes on adding files in MP3 format to the IC recorder
When you want to play back an MP3 file of more than 192kbps, set the DPC switch to OFF, or if the switch is set to ON, adjust the speed of the playback to slower than 10% (toward ). If the speed is set to faster than 10% (toward +), NO FAST will appear and the playback becomes normal. When an MP3 file made at VBR (variable bit rate) is being played, time may not be displayed correctly. If MP3 files made at a high bit rate are played continuously, the buttons on the IC recorder may not work momentarily. MP3 is not displayed in the window even when an MP3 file is played back. Some edit functions can not be used.

NO CMB

You cannot combine messages of different modes.
The finishing point (B) of the section is set. A-B and are displayed and the specified section is played back repeatedly.

BEditing Messages

Moving Messages to a Different Folder
You can move the recorded messages to another folder. When you move a message to another folder, the one in the previous folder will be deleted. Example: Moving Message 3 in Folder B to Folder C

PRE SET

You set the alarm to play back a message at a date and time previously set on another message. Change the alarm setting.

Erasing Messages

You can erase the recorded messages one by one or all messages in a folder at a time. Note
Once a recording has been erased, you cannot retrieve it.

REC-OP OFF

REC-OP in the menu is se to oFF and you cannot add or overwrite a recording.

SET DATE

If you do not set date and time, you cannot make alarm setting. To set date and time, see Step 2: Setting the Clock.
To resume normal playback Press the jog lever (xB). To stop A-B Repeat playback Press xSTOP.
Play back the message you want to move. Turn the jog lever toward FOLDER repeatedly to select the folder that you want to move the message into.
The destination folder and MOVE flash. The first and last 5 seconds of the message will be played back.
Erasing Messages one by one
You can erase unnecessary messages only. When a message is erased, the remaining messages will advance and be renumbered so that there will be no space between messages. Erase Message 3
Before erasing Message 1 Message 2 Message 3 Message 4 Message 5 After erasing Message 1 Message 2 Message 3 Message 4

ERR 01

Maximum playback time of an MP3 file
Maximum playback time when an MP3 file of 128kbps is played back is as follows. ICD-SX46: 2 hours 10 minutes ICD-SX56: 4 hours 25 minutes ICD-SX66: 9 hours
Adjusting the playback sound by amplifying inaudible sound Digital Voice Up function
You can make the playback sound well-balanced and more audible by amplifying only the inaudible low-level part of a recorded message and adjusting the overall recording to its optimum level (Digital Voice Up function). This function is useful to hear a meeting with each speaker's voice more audible.
You cannot set A-B Repeat for a section that overlaps two or more messages. If you do not set the finishing point (B), the finishing point is automatically set at the end (or the beginning) of the message.
The IC recorder cannot access the memory or cannot format the memory.

ERR 02

The IC recorder cannot write (record or erase) the data in the memory.

System requirements

Your computer and system software must meet the following minimum requirements. IBM PC/AT or compatible CPU: 266MHz Pentium II processor or higher RAM: 64MB or more Hard disk space: 70MB or more depending on the size and number of sound files you store CD-ROM drive USB port Sound board: Sound Blaster 16 compatible Display: High color (16 bits) or more and 800 x 480 dots or more OS: Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004/Windows XP Media Center Edition/Windows XP Professional/Windows XP Home Edition/ Windows 2000 Professional/Windows Millennium Edition*/Windows 98 Second Edition* standard installation (You cannot use this software with Windows 98, Windows 95 or Windows NT.)
* Excluding the Peoples Republic of China model

ERR 03

The IC recorder cannot read the memory.
Playing Back a Message at a Desired Time with an Alarm
You can sound an alarm and start playback of a selected message at a desired time. You can have the message played back at a specified date, once every week, or the same time everyday. You can also sound the alarm without playing back a message. Note

To cancel erasing Press xSTOP before step 2. To erase other messages Repeat steps 1 and 2. To erase a message partially First divide the message and then proceed from step 1 to erase the unnecessary message.

ICD-SX46

Digital Voice Recorder
USB1 Compatible for Hi-Speed Transfer to a PC Compatible with Dragon NaturallySpeaking Preferred Voice to Print Software Up to 30 Songs of MP3 Playback4 STLP Recording Mode: Up to 11 Hours 15 Minutes Recording Time2 LP Recording Mode Up to 47 Hours 35 Min. Rec. Time (LP Mode)2 All Aluminum Body Slim Style Design Digital Voice Up and VOR (Voice Operated Recording) Functions Digital Pitch Control Recording Monitor Function Playback Speaker DC-In Jack Includes USB Cable, Digital Voice Editor Software, Stereo Ear Receiver 128MB 3 Flash Memory

Features

USB2.01 Compatible for Hi-Speed Transfer Rate to a PC via USB port on a PC. Compatible with Dragon NaturallySpeaking Preferred Voice to Print Software to easily convert your recorded files into text. MP3 Playback4 provides easy playback of unsecured MP3 files by dragging and dropping files into the MP3 folder on the device. STLP Recording Mode: Up to 11 Hrs 15 Minutes2 Recording Time Offers a longer recording time while maintaining 2-channel recording. Slim Style Design only one-half inch thick, with Record and Pause controls located on the side of the unit for easy operation; fits neatly into a shirt pocket. Digital Voice Up and VOR (Voice Operated Recording) Functions increases the volume of the person speaking when recorded at a distance from the unit. Digital Pitch Control allows recordings to be heard at slower than normal speeds without distortion to facilitate transcribing or editing, or faster than normal to move quickly to a desired portion. Recording Monitor Function Allows the user to listen to the recording level by using headphone while the unit is recording. 128MB3 Flash Memory uses a high capacity IC chip, which may be recorded over and used again and again, with distortion-free clarity.

Speaker

Type: Built-in Speaker Dimensions: 17/27" (16mm); Built-in

Software

Supplied Software: Digital Voice Editor (CD-ROM) Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft Windows 98, 98SE, ME, 2000 Professional, XP Home, XP Professional, XP Media Center Edition

Inputs and Outputs

Microphone Input: 1 DC-In: 3V Headphone Output(s): 1 (Mini) USB Port(s): 1

Dimensions

Weight: 2.26 oz. (64 g) with battery Measurements: 1.10" x 4.72" x 0.54 (28.0 x 120.0 x 13.8mm)

Supplied Accessories

USB Cable Digital Voice Editor Software Stereo headphones AAA Batteries x 2 Carrying pouch

Optional Accessories

AC Power Adaptor (AC-E30HG) Color: Silver UPC Code: 027242684201

Specifications

General
Type of Use: Ultra Portable Voice Recorder Recording Media: Built-In Flash Memory 128MB Recording and Playback Times: STLP: 11 Hrs 15 Min.; ST: 5 Hr 50 Min.; SP: 17 Hrs 50 Min.; LP: 47 Hrs 35 Min
1. Not all products with USB 2.0 connectors may communicate with each other due to chipset variations. 2. Approximate recording times. Battery life will vary based upon usage conditions. 3. User available memory=128,494,080 bytes (preliminary), a portion of which is used for data management functions. 4. Based on Approx. 4 minutes per song at 128 kbps. 2006 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony, Voice Up, and like.no.other are trademarks of Sony. Dragon, NaturallySpeaking, and the Dragon logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Nuance Communications, Inc. or its affiliates in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate.

Recording System: Digital Stereo, Monaural Recording Microphone: Built-in with DIRECTNL Switch Frequency Range: ST: 60-13500Hz; STLP: 60-6900Hz; SP: 60-7000Hz; LP 80-3500Hz

Convenience

Erase/Protect: 2 Erase Options; Message Protection Feature

Hardware

Display: Full Function Display
Output Power: 150mW Power Requirements: 120V AC Adaptor (Optional) Battery Life (Approx.): Up to 20 Hours Recording, Up to 13 Hours Playback Battery Type: "AAA" x 2
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Last Updated: 03/02/2006