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Table of Contents

Getting Started
Step 1: Installing the Batteries.... 6 Replacing the Batteries... 7 Step 2: Setting the Clock... 8

Basic Operations

Recording Messages.... Tips for Using the Built-in Microphone... Using Convenient Functions while Recording.. Recording with an External Microphone or Other Equipment.. Recording with an External Microphone.. Recording from Other Equipment.. Recording with Other Equipment.. Playing Back Messages.... Using the Display Window... Selecting the Display Mode... Turning off the Display... 28

Various Ways of Playback

Adjusting the playback sound by amplifying inaudible sound Digital Voice Up function... Adjusting the Playback Speed DPC (Digital Pitch Control)... Adding a Bookmark.... Playing Back the Specified Section Repeatedly A-B Repeat.. 32 33

Editing Messages

Adding a Recording.... Adding a Recording to a Previously Recorded Message.. Adding an Overwrite Recording during Playback.. Erasing Messages... Erasing Messages one by one... Erasing All Messages in a Folder.. Dividing a Message into Two/Combining Messages. Dividing a Message... Combining Messages.... Moving Messages to a Different Folder... Adding Priority Mark(s) Priority Mark Function... Adding Priority Mark(s) in the Stop Mode.. Adding Priority Mark(s) during Playback... 44

Other Functions

Playing Back a Message at a Desired Time with an Alarm.. Turning off the OPR Indicator (LED)... Preventing Accidental Operation HOLD Function.. Using an Adding Recording... Changing the Settings MENU... Using the Digital Voice Editor Software.. 52 55

Additional Information

Precautions.... Troubleshooting.... Error Messages of the IC Recorder... System Limitations... Specifications... Index to Parts and Controls... Index..... 67

BGetting Started

Step 1: Installing the Batteries

Slide and lift the battery compartment lid.
Insert two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries with correct polarity, and close the lid.
If the battery compartment lid is accidentally detached, attach it as illustrated. 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. Please refer to steps 3 to 6 in Step 2: Setting the Clock on pages 8 and 9 to set the date and time.
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.

Polarity of the plug

Replacing the Batteries
The battery indicator on the display window shows the battery condition. Notes
Do not use manganese batteries for this unit. When you replace the batteries, insert the new ones within 3 minutes after you remove the exhausted ones. Otherwise, the display may show the clock setting display or incorrect date and time when you re-insert the batteries. In this case, set the date and time again. The recorded messages and alarm setting, however, will remain. Do not charge dry batteries. When you are not going to use the unit for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
Battery remain indication
: Replace both of the two batteries with new ones. m : The unit will stop operation.
Battery life* (Using Sony alkaline batteries LR03 (SG))
Recording mode: In recording: In playback: ST (Stereo) Approx. 9 hr. STLP Approx.9 hr. SP LP Approx. 12 hr. Approx. 14 hr. Approx. 16 hr. Approx. 20 hr. Approx. 11 hr. Approx. 13 hr.
(hr.: hours) * In continuous recording/playback * When playing back through the internal speaker with the medium volume level * The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the unit.
Note on the ACCESS message The unit is accessing data while ACCESS appears in the display window or the OPR indicator flashes in orange. While accessing, do not remove the batteries or AC adaptor (excluding the Korean and the Peoples Republic of China models). Doing so may damage the data. Note

Recording modes*: ST

ICD-SX25 ICD-SX35 ICD-SX45 ICD-SXhr. 25 min. 2 hr. 50 min. 5 hr. 50 min. 11 hr. 45 min.
2 hr. 45 min. 5 hr. 35 min. 11 hr. 15 min. 22 hr. 40 min.
4 hr. 20 min. 8 hr. 50 min. 17 hr. 50 min. 35 hr. 55 min.
11 hr. 35 min. 23 hr. 40 min. 47 hr. 35 min. 95 hr. 50 min.
(hr.: hours/min.: minutes)
* Recording modes (To record in better sound quality, select the ST or STLP mode. For switching the recording mode, see page 53.): ST: Standard play stereo recording mode/STLP: Long play stereo recording mode SP: Standard play monaural recording mode/LP: Long play monaural recording mode
Before making a long recording, be sure to check the battery indicator (page 7). The maximum recording time and the number of messages you can make varies depending on the conditions of use. To avoid replacing batteries during long time recording, use the AC power adaptor (not supplied) (excluding the Korean and the Peoples Republic of China models). Depending on the areas, available models may differ. Noises caused by touching and rubbing may be recorded.

Select the folder.

Turn the jog lever toward FOLDER repeatedly to display the folder (A, B, or C) in which you wish to record messages.

Selected folder

Start recording.
1 Press zREC/REC PAUSE button. You do not need to keep pressing zREC/REC PAUSE while recording. 2 Speak into the built-in microphone. Recording mode Remaining memory indication

Built-in microphone

OPR indicator (lights in red during recording**)

Current message number

Microphone sensitivity

Counter display*

* The display selected with the DISP in the menu (page 26) appears. **When the LED in the menu is set to OFF, the OPR indicator turns off (page 49).
While the OPR indicator flashes or turns in orange, do not remove the batteries or the AC adaptor (excluding the Korean and the Peoples Republic of China models). Doing so may damage the data. Noise may be recorded if an object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubs or scratches the unit during recording. Continued
Recording Messages (continued)

Stop recording.

Press xSTOP. The unit stops at the beginning of the current recording. If you do not change the folder after you stop recording, the next time you record you will record in the same folder.

Other operations To

pause recording*

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.

release pause and resume recording
review the current recording instantly review during recording
* 1 hour after you pause recording, recording pause is automatically released and the unit goes into the stop mode.
Tips for Using the Built-in Microphone
Recording a sound centering on a specific direction
To record a sound centering on a specific direction, slide the DIRECTNL switch to ON position. When you record a sound at a conference/meeting or in a spacious place etc., use this setting.
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. For details of recording modes, see page 53. DIRECTNL
Recording a sound not centering on a specific direction (alldirectional recording)
Slide the DIRECTNL switch to OFF position.
Selecting the sensitivity of the built-in microphone
You can select the microphone sensitivity by setting the SENS (page 53) in the menu according to the recording conditions: H (high): To record a small sound at a meeting or in a quiet and/or spacious place. L (low): To record for dictation or in a noisy place. You can change the SENS setting with the menu during recording.
Using Convenient Functions while Recording

Monitoring the recording

When recording from the built-in microphone, you connect headphones supplied or not supplied to the i (headphones) jack and monitor the recording from the connected headphones. You can adjust the volume with VOL +/, but the recording level is fixed. Note
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).
Starting recording automatically in response to the sound Advanced VOR function
You can set the VOR (voice operated recording) function in the menu. With VOR set to on, recording starts when the recorder detects sound, and VOR appears in the display window. The recording pauses when no sound is detected, and VOR PAUSE appears. You can change the VOR setting with the menu during recording (page 53). Note
VOR function is affected by the sound around you. Set the SENS (page 53) according to the recording conditions. If recording is not satisfactory after you have changed the microphone sensitivity, or for important recording, set the VOR to OFF.

Memory remain indication

During recording, the remaining memory indicator decreases one by one. When the remaining recording time reaches 5 minutes, the remaining memory indication flashes.

Adjusting the playback sound by amplifying inaudible soundDigital Voice Up function
When you slide the VOICE UP switch to ON, low-level part of a recorded message is amplified, allowing you to hear even small voices more easily. By adjusting the overall recording to its optimum level, you can make playback sound well-balanced and more audible (page 29). Note
Depending on the area you purchased the unit, the Digital Voice Up switch name shown on the unit may differ.
Playing back a message rapidly or slowly DPC (Digital Pitch Control)
When you adjust the playback speed with the DPC in the menu (page 30), you can play back a message rapidly or slowly by sliding the DPC switch to ON. When you set the playback speed faster or slower of the normal speed, FAST or SLOW appears. You can change the setting during playback.
Locating quickly the point you wish to start playback (Easy Search)
When EASY-S is set to on (page 54) in the menu, you can quickly locate the point you wish to start playback by pressing the jog lever up or down (>/.) repeatedly during playback or playback pause. You can go back approx. 3 seconds by pressing the jog lever down (.) once, or advance approx. 10 seconds by pressing the jog lever up (>) once. This function is useful when locating a desired point in a long recording.
Searching forward/backward during playback (Cue/Review)
To search forward (Cue): Keep pressing the jog lever up (>) during playback and release it at the point you wish to resume playback. To search backward (Review): Keep pressing the jog lever down (.) during playback and release it at the point you wish to resume playback. The unit searches at slow speed with playback sound. It is useful to check one word forward or behind. Then, if you keep pressing the jog lever up or down, the unit starts to search at higher speed. During cue/review, the counter will be displayed, regardless of the display mode setting (page 26). 1 When playback is done to the end of the last message
When playback or fast playback is done to the end of the last message, END flashes for 5 seconds and the OPR indicator lights up in green. (You cannot hear the playback sound.) When END stops flashing and the OPR indicator goes off, the unit will stop at the beginning of the last message. If you keep pressing the jog lever down (.) while END is flashing, the messages are played back rapidly, and normal playback will start at the point you release the button. If the last message is long and you wish to start playback at a later part of the message, keep pressing the jog lever up (>) to go to the end of the message and then press the jog lever down (.) while END is flashing to go back to the desired point. For messages other than the last one, go to the beginning of the next message and play backward to the desired point.

Playing back all messages in a folder continuously Continuous Play
When the CONT (page 54) 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.
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. 1 To play back the specified section repeatedly A-B Repeat You can specify the start (A) and end (B) points and play back the specified section repeatedly (page 33).

Using the Display Window

Parts in the display window
1 Folder indication Displays the current folder (A, B, or C). 2 Alarm indicator (47) Appears when the alarm is set for a message. 3 Recording mode indication (53) Displays the current recording mode: ST: Standard play stereo recording mode STLP: Long play stereo recording mode SP: Standard play monaural recording mode LP: Long play monaural recording mode 4 REC (Recording) indicator (11) 5 Remaining battery indicator (7) When the AC power adaptor (not supplied) is connected, the indicator does not appear (excluding the Korean and the Peoples Republic of China models). 6 Remaining memory indicator (15) 7 Priority marks (43)
8 Selected message number / Total message number in the folder (11, 18) 9 Repeat play indicator (22, 33) Appears while a message or a specific portion (A-B) of the message is played back repeatedly. 0 Bookmark indicator (32) Appears when the bookmark is set for a message. qa Counter /Remaining time indication /Recording date and time indication / Current time indication (26) The display selected with the DISP in the menu appears. qs SENS (microphone sensitivity) indication (53) 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. Continued
Using the Display Window (continued)
xDisplay during recording and playback In an ordinary recording or playback mode, the message number, recording mode and microphone sensitivity of the message being recorded or played back, and playback counter are displayed in the window.

Turning off the Display

The unit is not equipped with the power button. The display always appears on the window, which almost will not influence the battery life. To turn off the display, slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow in the stop mode.
HOLD will flash for three seconds and then the display turns off in the window. To turn on the display, slide the HOLD switch in the opposite direction.
BVarious Ways of Playback
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.

VOICE UP

During playback or stop, slide the VOICE UP switch to ON.
The message is played back with adjusted sound. To resume normal playback Slide the VOICE UP switch to OFF. Note
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.
Jog lever (>/./xB/MENU)
Playing back a message rapidly or slowly
Slide the DPC switch to ON. FAST or SLOW flashes for 3 seconds and the message is played back at the speed specified with the menu.
To resume normal playback Slide the DPC switch to OFF.
Setting the playback speed
You can set the playback speed when the DPC switch is set to ON. The setting for the playback speed holds effective until you change the setting.
Turn the jog lever toward MENU to display the menu mode.
Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select DPC, then press the jog lever (xB).
The playback speed setting mode will be displayed. The flashing number represents the playback speed in percentage with the standard speed as 0.
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 (.).
Press the job lever (xB).
The specified playback speed is confirmed.
Press the jog lever toward MENU to exit the menu mode.
The normal display appears.

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.

DIVIDE/

(bookmark) ERASE

Jog lever (>/./xB)

During playback or stop, press DIVIDE/ than 1 second.
A bookmark is added and the bookmark indicator ( ) flashes for 3 seconds.

Press xSTOP to stop the IC recorder. Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to display the number of the second of the two messages you want to combine. While pressing DIVIDE/ than 1 second.
COMBINE will flash for 10 seconds.
(bookmark), press ERASE for more
Press ERASE while the display is flashing.
The two messages are combined into one and the messages will be renumbered as in the illustration on this page.
Press xSTOP before step 4.
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.

Jog lever (FOLDER/xB)

Example: Moving Message 3 in Folder B to Folder C
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.
The message is moved to the destination folder. Messages are sorted in order of the recorded date and time or the number of the priority marks in the folder.
To cancel moving the message
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.
Jog lever (xB) A-B (repeat)/PRIORITY
Adding Priority Mark(s) in the Stop Mode
Select the message you want to mark.

Press A-B

(repeat)/PRIORITY for more than 1 second.
and the message number indication will flash on the display window.
Press A-B (repeat)/PRIORITY repeatedly to select the number of priority mark(s) () while indications are flashing.
The setting is finished when the priority mark(s) () light(s) steadily in the display window and the messages are renumbered.

Adding Priority Mark(s) Priority Mark Function (Continued)
Adding Priority Mark(s) during Playback
Press A-B (repeat)/PRIORITY for more than 1 second during playback of the message you want to mark.
and the message number indication will flash on the display window while the first and last 5 seconds of the message is played back 10 times.
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.
e.g. When there are 3 messages in a folder
Messages with priority mark(s)
Messages are sorted in order of the number of priority mark(s) () in a folder. Messages without a priority mark 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 the recorded date and time (The oldest one comes first).
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.

BOther Functions

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
When the clock is not set or no messages are recorded, you cannot set the alarm.
Select the message you want to play back.
For more information about selecting the desired message, see step 1 and 2 of Playing Back Messages on page 18.
Enter the alarm setting mode.
1Press the jog lever toward MENU. The menu mode will be displayed in the display window. 2Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select ALARM OFF. If the alarm has been already set to on, ALARM on will be displayed.
Playing Back a Message at a Desired Time with an Alarm (continued)
3Press the jog lever (xB). The alarm setting mode will be displayed in the display window. 4Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select on. If on has already been selected, follow the next step. 5Press the jog lever (xB). DATE will be displayed in the display window.
Set the alarm date and time. To play back on a desired date
1Press the jog lever (xB) while DATE is displayed. The year digits will flash. 2Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select the year digits and press the jog lever (xB). The month digits will flash. 3Set the month and the day in sequence, then press the jog lever (xB).

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.

OPR indicator

Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select LED on.
The LED setting mode will be displayed.
Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select OFF, and then press the jog lever (xB).

The setting is changed.

To turn on the OPR indicator
In step 4 , select on and then press the jog lever (xB).
Preventing Accidental Operation HOLD Function

HOLD switch

Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow. HOLD will flash for 3 seconds, indicating that all the functions of the buttons are locked. When the HOLD function is activated during stop, all the display will be turned off after HOLD flashes.
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.)
Using an Adding Recording
At a factory setting, you cannot add a recording (page 34) not to erase the message by accidental operation. If you want to add a recording to a previously recorded message (page 34) or add an overwrite recording (page 35), change the REC-OP setting in the procedures below.
Jog lever (>/./xB/ MENU)
Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select REC-OP, then press the jog lever (xB).
The adding recording window will be displayed.
Press the jog lever up or down (>/.) to select on, then press the jog lever (xB).
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
To prohibit to add a recording
In step 3 , select OFF and then press the jog lever (xB).
Changing the Settings 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

Connection

To USB connector of your computer
To USB connector of IC recorder
Connecting cable (supplied)
Using the Digital Voice Editor Software MENU (continued)

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.) Notes
You cannot use the software with a Macintosh machine. A handmade computer, a computer whose operating system is installed or upgraded by the user, or a computer with multi-boot operating environment are not supported.

BAdditional Information

Precautions

On power

Operate the unit only on 3 V DC. Use two LR 03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries.

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.

On noise

Noise may be heard when the unit is placed near an AC power source, a fluorescent lamp or a mobile phone during recording or playback. Noise may be recorded when an object, such as your finger, etc., rubs or scratches the unit during recording.

On maintenance

To clean the exterior, use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Troubleshooting (continued)

Symptom Remedy

Playback speed is The playback speed is adjusted in DPC. Slide too fast or too slow. the DPC switch to OFF or display the menu and adjust the speed in DPC again (page 30). --:-- is displayed. You have not set the clock (page 8). --Y--M--D or --:--The date of recording will not be displayed if is displayed on the you recorded the message when the clock was REC DATE display. not set. You cannot combine messages. The bookmark is set for the message. Delete the bookmark, and then combine messages.
Messages are not Unless you sort messages using the supplied sorted in order of the Digital Voice Editor software, messages are number of priority sorted in the unit the same as the setting in the marks in a folder. computer. Sort again in the order of the number of priority marks in the computer using the supplied Digital Voice Editor software. The remaining time The unit requires a certain amount of memory displayed in the for system operation. That amount is display window is subtracted from the remaining time, which is shorter than that the reason for the difference. displayed in the supplied Digital Voice Editor software. The battery life is short. The battery life on page 7 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. Take out the batteries and insert them again (page 6).
The unit does not operate correctly.
Please note that recorded messages may be erased during service or repair work.
Error Messages of the IC Recorder
Error message Cause/Remedy BACK-D You set the alarm when the time is already past. Check it and set the appropriate date and time.
Err ACCESS The IC recorder failed in memory access. Remove and then insert the batteries. ERR DATA The file is not supported by the Digital Voice Editor software, or the file itself is corrupted. FULL The remaining memory of the IC recorder is too small. Erase some messages before recording (page 36). When there are already 99 messages in the selected folder or the remaining memory of the IC recorder is short, you cannot divide a message. Erase some messages before dividing a message (page 36). An AC power adaptor that is not compatible with the IC recorder is connected. Make sure to use the AC power adaptor for the IC recorder (excluding the Korean and the Peoples Republic of China models).

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Recording mode Recording Playback*2 through speaker Playback using ear receiver Recording mode Recording Playback*2 through speaker Playback using ear receiver

STHQ*3

Approx. 13 hr. Approx. 14 hr. 30 min. 30 min. Approx. 16 hr. Approx. 17 hr. 30 min. Approx. 22 hr. Approx. 23 hr.

STLP*5

Battery remain indication
: Replace the old batteries with new ones or charge both batteries.
Approx. 16 hr. Approx. 17 hr. 30 min. Approx. 17 hr. Approx. 19 hr. 30 min. Approx. 24 hr. Approx. 27 hr. 30 min. 30 min.
: LOW BATTERY appears and the IC recorder will stop operation.
Recording mode Recording Playback*2 through speaker Playback using ear receiver

MP3 (128 Kbps/ 44.1 kHz)

Note on the UPDATING DATABASE message
The IC recorder is accessing data while UPDATING DATABASE appears in the display window or the OPR indicator flashes in orange. While accessing, do not remove the batteries or USB AC adaptor (not supplied). Doing so may damage the data. Note
If the IC recorder is required to process excessive amount of data, UPDATING DATABASE may be displayed for an extended period of time. This is not a malfunction of the IC recorder. Wait until the message disappears before starting operation.
Approx. 19 hr. Approx. 19 hr. Approx. 17 hr. 30 min. 30 min. Approx. 28 hr. Approx. 24 hr. 30 min.
(hr : hours/min. : minutes) The battery life may shorten depending on how you operate the IC recorder *2 When playing back through the internal speaker with the volume level set to VOL12 *3 STHQ : Stereo high quality recording mode *4 ST : Stereo standard recording mode *5 STLP : Stereo long play recording mode *6 SP : Standard play recording mode *7 LP : Long play recording mode
Step 2: Setting the Clock
1 Select DATE & TIME in the menu.

Press and hold

/MENU. The menu mode will be displayed in the display window.
Press or to select DETAIL MENU and press. Press or to select DATE & TIME and press.
2 Press or to select AUTO

or MANUAL and press.

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 IC recorder has been without batteries for a certain period of time. In this case, proceed from step 4.

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 Digital Voice Editor software is started. When you select MANUAL, proceed to the next steps.

3 Press or to select

07y1m1d and press.

4 Press or

to set the year, month, day, hour, and minute in sequence, and then press.
EXECUTING. appears and the clock is set.
5 Press to return to the normal

display. Note

If you do not press within one minute of entering the clock setting data, the clock setting mode is cancelled and the window will return to the normal display.
Step 3: Preparations Required before Recording

Recording at a meeting

Recording a musical performance
Set MIC SENS to HIGH in the menu (page 49). Slide the DIRECTNL switch to ON to record a voice coming from a specific direction (page 23). Set LCF (LOW CUT) to ON in the menu to prevent noise caused by a projector, etc. (page 49).
Set REC LEVEL to MANUAL in the menu (page 50) to record more realistic sound, distinguishing dynamic sound and soft sound. Set LIMITER to ON in the menu (page 54), to prevent distortion when a loud sound is suddenly input.
Recording dictation (using the voice recognition software)
Set MIC SENS to LOW in the menu (page 49). Slide the DIRECTNL switch to ON to record a voice coming from a specific direction (page 23). To transcribe a message recorded on the IC recorder using voice recognition software (not supplied), set REC MODE to STHQ, ST, STLP, or SP (page 49).

Microphone

To obtain maximum recognition accuracy, hold the IC recorder so that the microphone is about an inch (2 - 3cm) from the corner of your mouth. To minimize the sound of your breach in the recordings, do not hold the microphone directly in front of your mouth. To obtain maximum recognition accuracy, avoid recording in a noisy place. You cannot transcribe a message recording the voices of more than one person. You can transcribe the following messages recorded using your IC recorder or files saved on your computer. Messages recorded in the STHQ, ST, STLP or SP mode (DVF) 44.1/16/11kHz 16-bit WAV files saved on the computer
Before you can transcribe recorded messages, you have to create a user file specifically adapted to the sound of your recorded speech. This procedure is called training. For details on training, refer to the help files supplied with the voice recognition software you are using.

Recording Messages

Built-in microphones DIRECTNL OPR indicator

(headphone) jack

Basic Operations
This section explains how to record using the AUTO_AGC* setting, to which the IC recorder is preset at the factory.

* Auto Gain Control

2 Start recording.

Press (record).

1 Select a folder.

Press

/MENU to display the folder selection window. Press or to select the folder in which you want to record messages, and then press.
The OPR indicator lights in red and the window changes to the recording display (page 11). You do not need to press and hold (record) while recording. The new message will be automatically recorded after the last recorded message. Speak into the built-in microphone. 21
3 Press (stop) to stop recording.
The IC recorder stops at the beginning of the current recording.
Tips When you purchase the IC recorder, there are 5 folders already available, and you can record up to 999 messages in each folder. By using the supplied Digital Voice Editor software, you can make new folders or delete unnecessary folders (page 57).

To pause recording*

Do this Press (record). During recording pause, the OPR indicator flashes in red and flashes in the display window. Press (record). Recording resumes from that point. (To stop recording after pausing recording, press (stop.) Press. Recording stops and playback starts from the beginning of the message just recorded. Press and hold during recording or recording pause. Recording stops and you can search backwards while listening to fast playback sound. After you release , playback starts from that point. You can add an overwrite recording from that point.
release pause and resume recording
While the OPR indicator is flashing or is lit in orange, do not remove the batteries or the USB AC adaptor. Doing so may damage the data. Noise may be recorded if an object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubs or scratches the IC recorder during recording. Before making a recording, be sure to check the battery indicator (page 15). To avoid replacing batteries during a long recording session, use the USB AC adaptor (not supplied). The maximum recording time and the number of messages you can make varies, depending on the conditions of use.
review the current recording instantly** review during recording**

* One hour after you pause recording, recording pause is automaticaly released and the IC recorder enters the stop mode. ** You cannot select this function in the manual recording mode.

Monitoring the recording

Connect the stereo ear receiver supplied to the (headphone) jack and monitor the recording. You can adjust the monitoring volume by pressing VOL + or VOL , but the recording level is fixed.
Selecting the recording mode
Select the recording mode in the REC MODE menu. STHQ : High-quality stereo recording mode; you can record with stereo high-quality sound. ST : Standard play stereo recording mode; you can record with stereo sound. STLP : Long play stereo recording mode; you can record for a longer time with stereo sound. SP : Standard play monaural recording mode; you can record with standard quality sound. LP : Long play monaural recording mode; you can record for a longer time with monaural sound. To record with better sound quality, select the STHQ or ST mode.

Maximum recording time

The maximum recording time of all the folders is as follows.
STHQ mode ST mode STLP mode 4 hr. 10 min. 11 hr. 10 min. 21 hr. 35 min. SP mode LP mode 34 hr. 15 min. 91 hr. 20 min.
Recording a sound centering on a specific direction
To record a sound centering on a specific direction, slide the DIRECTNL switch to the ON position. This is convenient when you want to record a particular sound at a conference/meeting, etc. In this case, even when you select the stereo recording mode (STHQ, ST, or STLP mode), the sound is recorded in the monaural mode. When you are using an external microphone, the DIRECTNL switch does not function.

Press or to select the

Manual Recording Mode

2, 6 3, 1, 2 1, 2, 4

Operation indicator
folder in which you want to record messages and then press.
3 Press and hold (record).
The IC recorder enters the record standby mode. When you speak into the microphone, the level meter in the display window moves.
4 Adjust the recording level.
Adjust the maximum level of the sound source to about 12 dB on the recording level meter. If OVER is displayed, press or and adjust the recording level down so that OVER is not displayed, to prevent sound distortion.

OVER indicator

1 Select the manual recording mode
in the menu. Select MANUAL by pressing or in the REC LEVEL menu, and then press.

Level meter

2 Select a folder.
/MENU to display the folder selection window.
Press and hold or to change the sound level continuously. The sound level is also displayed as a number below the level meter.

To change the alarm setting
1 Select ALARM LIST in the menu
and then press. The alarm list is displayed.
2 Press or to select the item 3 Press or to select EDIT,

and then press.

you want to change, and then press.
To listen to the same message again
Press , and the same will be played back from the beginning.
4 Select DATE, a day of the week, or

DAILY, and then press.

To stop the alarm before the playback starts
Press while the alarm sound is heard. You can stop the alarm playback even when the HOLD function is activated.
5 Set the date and time and press
EXECUTING and then your settings are displayed.
To cancel the alarm setting
Follow steps 1 and 2 of To change the alarm setting. In step 3, select CANCEL and press. CANCEL ALARM? is displayed. Press or to select YES, and press. The alarm will be cancelled and the alarm indicator will disappear from the display window. Notes
If you divide a message you set the alarm for, the alarm setting remains on only the first part of the divided message. The alarm setting will not be cancelled when the alarm playback finishes. When you have set 30 alarms, you cannot set a new one. Cancel an alarm first. If you delete a message on which you have set an alarm, that alarm will be also cancelled.
You can set only one alarm each one message. If the alarm time comes while another message is being played back with an alarm, the playback stops and the new message will be played back. If the alarm time comes during recording, the alarm will sound after the recording is finished. will flash when the alarm time comes. If more than one alarm time comes during recording only the first message will be played back. When the alarm time comes when the IC recorder is in the menu mode, the alarm will sound and the menu mode will be cancelled.

Erasing Messages

Erasing Messages one by one
You can erase unwanted messages, retaining all other messages. When a message is erased, the remaining messages will advance and be renumbered so that there will be no space between messages.
1 Press ERASE while playing back the
message you want to erase or press ERASE for more than one second while the IC recorder is in the stop mode. The message title, message number, and ERASE? [ERASE] TO EXECUTE will be displayed and the message will be played back.
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.
2 Press ERASE again while ERASE?
The message is erased and the remaining messages will be renumbered.
[ERASE] TO EXECUTE is displayed.

To cancel erasing

Press (stop).
Erasing All Messages in a Folder

Select ERASE ALL in the menu (page 53).

Playback/Erasing

Dividing a Message into Two
You can divide a message during playback, so that the message is divided into two parts and a new message number is added to the newer part of the divided message. By dividing a message, you can easily find the point you want to play back when you make a long recording such as at a meeting. You can divide a message until the total number of messages in the folder reaches 999 or until the total number of messages in the all folders reaches 1012. Notes
You cannot divide a message at the very beginning or at the very end of the message, or around bookmarks. You cannot divide an MP3 file.

Message 1

Message 2 A Message is divided.

Message 3 Message 4

The message numbers are incremeted.
1 During playback, press DIVIDE/
(bookmark). The message title, message number, and DIVIDE? [DIVIDE] TO EXECUTE are displayed.

2 Press DIVIDE/

(bookmark) again.
You need a certain amount of space in the memory to divide a message. For more information, see System Limitations on page 76. If you divide a message with priority mark(s), the priority mark(s) will be added to both parts of the divided message. When you divide a message with a title, the newer part of the message will have the same title.
The message numbers of the following messages will be incremeted by one.
Moving Message to a Different Folder
When is displayed for the folder indicator, you cannot move a message (page 64).
Adding Priority Mark(s) the Priority Mark Function
You can add priority marks ( ) to important messages. 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. You cannot add priority marks to an MP3 file.
2 Select MOVE in the menu and

press.

3 Press or to select the
folder that you want to move the message into, and then press. EXECUTING is displayed and the message is moved to the destination folder. When you move a message to another folder, the original message in the previous folder will be deleted.
2 Press and hold 3 Press and hold

A-B/ (priority).

The indicator will flash. A-B/ (priority) again to add the priority mark. Each you press and hold A-B/ , the priority mark(s) will change as follows: No mark

To cancel moving the message
Press (stop) before step 3.
Making Settings for the Menu

1 Press and hold

/MENU for more than one second to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed.
2 Press or to select the menu
item for which you want to make setting and then press. setting that you want to set, and then press.
4 Press to exit the menu mode.
If you do not press any button for one minute, the menu mode is automatically cancelled and the window will return to the normal display.
To return to the previous window
Press /MENU during menu mode.

Menu settings

Menu items Operation mode ( : the setting can be made/ : the setting cannot be made) Settings REC MODE MIC SENS LCF (LOW CUT) REC LEVEL VOR DISPLAY DPC EFFECT EASY SEARCH PLAY MODE ADD/OVER BEEP LED BACKLIGHT ERASE ALL ERASE BKMRK MOVE ALARM LP, SP, STLP, ST, STHQ LOW, HIGH ON, OFF AUTO_AGC, MANUAL ON, OFF ELAPSE, REMAIN, REC DATE n% (n=-75 - +200) BASS1, BASS2, OFF ON, OFF 1 FILE, FOLDER, ALL ADD, OVER, OFF ON OFF ON, OFF 10 SEC, 60 SEC, OFF ERASE ALL? YES, NO ERASE BOOKMARK? YES, NO (Folder to be moved) NEW, LIST EDIT, CANCEL

Stop mode
Playback Recording mode mode
Utilizing the Menu Function

Menu items

Operation mode ( : the setting can be made/ : the setting cannot be made) Settings
DETAIL MENU LIMITER SELECT INPUT DATE&TIME FORMAT USB CHARGE V-UP LEVEL ON, OFF MIC IN, AUDIO IN MANUAL, AUTO ERASE ALL DATA? YES, NO ON, OFF MID, MAX

Menu items REC MODE

Settings (*: Initial setting) Sets the recording mode. STHQ*: You can record with high-quality stereo sound. ST: You can record with better sound in stereo. STLP: You can record for a longer time in stereo. SP: You can record with better sound (monaural sound) LP: You can record for a longer time (monaural sound). Sets the microphone sensitivity. When REC LEVEL is set to AUTO_ AGC, this setting is effective. HIGH *: To record at meeting or in a quiet and/or spacious place. LOW : To record dictation, or record in a noisy place. Cuts any frequency lower than 200Hz to reduce the roaring noise from wind (Low Cut Filter). OFF*: The LCF function does not work. ON: The LCF function is activated.

MIC SENS

LCF (LOW CUT)

Menu items REC LEVEL

Settings (*: Initial setting) Sets to record using AGC or to record manually. AUTO_AGC*: The recording level is automatically adjusted, and you can record with distortion-free sound. You can set the microphone sensitivity by changing the setting of MIC SENS. MANUAL: You can adjust the recording level manually (page 24). Sets the VOR (Voice Operated Recording) function. When REC LEVEL is set to AUTO_AGC, this setting is effective. OFF*: The VOR function does not work. ON: The VOR function is activated when (record) is pressed. Recording starts when the IC recorder detects sound and pauses when no sound is heard, eliminating recording during soundless periods. Changes the display mode. (Items shown in the playback/ stop mode) ELAPSE*: Elapsed playback time of one message REMAIN: Remaining time of one message REC DATE: Recorded date and time Sets the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) function. When you set the DPC switch to ON, you can adjust the speed of the playback in a range from +200% to -75%. Set the speed by 10% for + setting and by 5% for setting. 30%*

When installing or uninstalling the software in Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005/Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004/Windows XP Media Center Edition/ Windows XP Professional/Windows XP Home Edition, log on as a user name with the Computer administrator user account. (To find if the user name has a Computer administrator user account, open the User Accounts from the Control Panel and refer to the section beneath the user name being displayed.) When the Memory Stick Voice Editor 1.0/1.1/1.2/2.0 software has already been installed, installing the supplied software will automatically remove the Memory Stick Voice Editor software. (Messages are not removed.) After installing, the Microsoft DirectX module is also installed depending on the operation system of your computer. This module is not deleted after uninstalling the software. After installing the Digital Voice Editor software, do not install the Memory Stick Voice Editor 1.0/1.1/1.2/2.0 software. The Digital Voice Editor will not work properly. With the supplied software, you can save or edit the messages in the Memory Stick.
1 Make sure that the IC recorder
is not connected and then turn on your computer and start up Windows. the CD-ROM drive.
When the dialog box to select the help language is displayed Click the desired language you want to use for the help. When the dialog box used to input the owner name is displayed Input the owner name for privilages and limitations in the Digital Voice Editor usage. Notes
2 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into
The installer starts up automatically and the welcome window appears. If the installer does not start up, double click [DVE Setup.exe] in the [English] folder. If you have already installed a previous version of the Digital Voice Editor or any version of the Memory Stick Voice Editor The dialog box to uninstall the previous version may be displayed. (Messages are not removed.) Follow the instructions on the screen to uninstall the software and then the installation of the current version starts.
You cannot change the owner name once it is entered. Please write down and keep it for future reference. A file recorded from a CD cannot be handled except for the PC where the file is recorded. Handling of a file is limited among the PCs bearing the same owner name input during the Digital Voice Editor installation. If any illegal data modification is attempted, or a file is used beyond the private purposes, the file may become unplayable or the Digital Voice Editor may become inoperable.

Uninstalling the software
When you wish to uninstall the software, follow the steps below. 1 Click [Start] and select [Programs], The uninstaller starts up. 2 Follow the displayed instructions.
[Sony Digital Voice Editor 3] and then [Uninstall].
3 Follow the displayed instructions.
When the [Restart] dialog box appears, click [OK] to restart the computer. Now the installation is completed.
Note If you wish to move the software to another drive or directory after it is installed, you need to uninstall the software and then reinstall it. The software does not work properly if you just move the files.
Tips You can also start up the uninstaller by clicking [Start] and then selecting [Settings], [Control Panel], and [Add/Remove Programs]. Uninstallation does not remove the message files.
To USB connector of your computer

To USB jack

USB connecting cable (supplied)
Connecting the IC Recorder to your Computer
You can transfer the IC recorder data onto your computer by connecting the IC recorder to the computer. Use the USB connecting cable supplied with the IC recorder to connect the USB connectors of the IC recorder and your computer. The IC recorder is recognized by the computer as soon as the cable is connected. You can connect or disconnect the cable when the IC recorder and the computer are turned on or off.
Be sure to install the Digital Voice Editor software before connecting the IC recorder to your computer. Otherwise, a message like [Found New Hardware Wizard] may appear when you connect the IC recorder to your computer. In this case, click [Cancel]. Do not 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 extension cable is not guaranteed. A malfunction may occur depending on the USB devices connected at any one time. Before connecting the IC recorder to the computer, check that batteries are inserted in the IC recorder.
When you connect the IC recorder to the computer, make sure that the IC recorder is in the stop mode. It is recommend that you disconnect the cable from the computer when you do not use the Digital Voice Editor.
Playing Back MP3 Files Using the IC Recorder
You can play back MP3 files on your computer using the IC recorder. There are two ways how to copy the MP3 files to the IC recorder; using the Digital Voice Editor software and dragging and dropping from Windows Explorer. The maximum playback time (tracks*), when playing MP3 files using the IC recorder, is as follows.

You cannot copy 511 or more folders (except VOICE folders) or files to a removable disk depending on system limitations.
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.
Symptom The IC recorder cannot be turned off with a display in the window. Remedy
The IC recorder is not equipped with a power on/off switch. The display always appears in the window. The power consumption for the display is very small and will not have any appreciable influence on the battery life. You can turn off the display by sliding the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow. The display will also be turned off after 10 minutes if you do not press any button. The batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity (page 13). The batteries are weak (page 14). The buttons are locked with the HOLD switch (page 9). (If you press any button, HOLD will flash for 3 seconds.) The volume is turned down completely (page 33). Headphones are plugged in (page 34). 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. LED is set to OFF (page 52). Display the menu and set LED to ON. The memory is full. Erase some of the messages (page 42) or erase all the messages after you store them on your computer.
The IC recorder does not operate.
No sound comes from the speaker. Sound comes from the speaker even when the headphones are plugged in. The operation indicator does not light. MEMORY FULL is displayed and you cannot start recording. 66
Symptom FILE FULL is displayed and you cannot operate the IC recorder.

Remedy

999 messages have been recorded in the selected folder or 1012 messages (when there are 5 folders) in total have been recorded. Therefore you cannot record another message, or move or divide a message. Erase some of the messages (page 42) or erase all lthe messages after you store them on your computer. As a factory setting, ADD/OVER in the menu is set to OFF. Display the menu and change ADD/OVER to ADD or OVER (page 52). The remaining memory capacity is insufficient. The overwritten part will be deleted after the overwriting part finishes recording. Therefore, you can only overwrite within the remaining recording time. You cannot add a recording or an overwrite recording to MP3 files. The advanced VOR function (page 25) is activated. Set VOR to OFF in the menu (page 50). An object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubbed or scratched the IC recorder during recording so that noise was recorded. The IC recorder was placed near an AC power source, a fluorescent lamp or a mobile phone during recording or playback. Plug of the connected microphone was dirty when recording. Clean the plug. The (headphones) plug is dirty. Clean the plug. MIC SENS (microphone sensitivity) is set to . Display the menu and set MIC SENS to (page 49). If it is difficult to hear small sound of a recorded message, slide VOICE UP to ON (page 36). Playback sound may become more audible. 67

You cannot add a recording or an overwrite recording.
Recording is interrupted. Noise is heard.

Recording level is low.

Symptom Playback speed is too fast or too slow. --:-- is displayed. --Y--M--D or --:-- is displayed on the REC DATE display. There are fewer menu items displayed in the menu mode. The remaining time displayed in the display window is shorter than that displayed in the supplied Digital Voice Editor software. The battery life is short.
The playback speed is adjusted in DPC. Slide the DPC switch to OFF or display the menu and adjust the speed in DPC again (pages 37, 50). You have not set the clock (page 17). The date of recording will not be displayed if you recorded the message when the clock was not set. The menu items displayed are different depending on the operation modes (stop mode, playback mode, and recording mode) (pages 47, 48). 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 pages 15 and 16 is based on playback with the medium volume level (using Sony alkaline batteries LR03 (SG)). The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the IC recorder. Even if you do not use the IC recorder, the batteries are consumed slightly. The battery life in this case varies depending on humidity or other environmental conditions. Usually, the batteries last two or three months. If you do not intend to use the IC recorder for an extended period of time, it is recommended that you remove the batteries.
There is no battery power remaining after you have left the batteries inserted for long time without using the IC recorder.
Symptom The charging indicator is not displayed.
You are not using rechargeable batteries. Rechargeable batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity. The USB cable is not connected properly. USB CHARGE of DETAIL MENU is set to OFF in the menu. To charge the batteries using your computer, set it to ON. Rechargeable batteries other than NH-AAA have been inserted. The rechargeable batteries have deteriorated. The environmental temperature is out of the range for charging. Charge the batteries in an environment with a temperature of 5 C 35 C. You are using the rechargeable batteries in an environment with a temperature of under 5 C. Charge the batteries in an environment with a temperature of 5 C 35 C. The IC recorder has not been used for a certain time. Charge and discharge the rechargeable batteries using the IC recorder several times. Replace the old ones with new rechargeable batteries. 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 Setting of the Digital Voice Editor software with the exhausted batteries inserted, the menu setting may not function.

On safety

On handling

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. To clean the exterior, use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner.

Specifications

Capacity (User available capacity)
256MB=249,462,784Byte Actual usable capacity may be smaller.

Recording time

See page 23.

On maintenance

Frequency range
STHQ : 80 Hz - 20,000 Hz ST : 80 Hz - 16,500 Hz STLP : 80 Hz - 7,000 Hz SP : 80 Hz - 6,000 Hz LP : 80 Hz - 3,500 Hz
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Bit rates and sampling frequencies for MP3 files
MPEG Ver. 1 Layer 3: Sampling frequencies: 32, 44.1, 48 kHz Bit rates: 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 160, 192, 224, 256, 320 kbps, VBR MPEG Ver. 2 Layer 3: Sampling frequencies: 16, 22.05, 24 kHz Bit rates: 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 144, 160 kbps, VBR

Backup recommendations

To avoid potential risk of data loss caused by accidental operation or malfunction of the IC recorder, we recommend that you save a backup copy of your recorded messages on a tape recorder or to a computer, etc.

Speaker

Approx. 16 mm (21/32 in.) dia.

Power output

150 mW

Input/Output

Optional accessories
Battery charger BCG-34HE Active speaker SRS-T88, SRS-T80 Electret condenser microphone ECM-CS10, ECM-CZ10, ECM-TL1 Audio connecting cable RK-G136HG, RK-G139HG USB AC adaptor AC-U50A.
Microphone jack (minijack, stereo) input for plug in power, minimum input level 0.6 mV, 3 kilohms or lower impedance microphone Headphone jack (minijack, stereo) output for 8 - 300 ohms headphones USB connector

Playback speed control

+200% to 75% (DPC)

Power requirements

Two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries: 3.0 V DC Two NH-AAA rechargeable batteries: 2.4 V DC
Your dealer may not handle some of the above listed optional accessories. Please ask the dealer for detailed information. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Operating temperature

5C - 35C (41F - 95F)
Dimensions (w/h/d) (not incl. projecting parts and controls)(JEITA)*
30.8 119.3 14.9 mm (1 1/3/4 19/32 in.)
Mass (incl. batteries)(JEITA)*
70 g (2.47 oz) Addtional Information * Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology and Industries Association)