Sony PX312 User Manual Page 1

4-267-070-51(1)ICD-PX312/PX312FIC RecorderOperating InstructionsGetting StartedBasic OperationsOther Recording OperationsOther Playback OperationsEdit

10GBPreventing unintentional operations (HOLD)You can disable all the buttons (HOLD) in order to prevent unintentional operations when you carry the I

100GBmicroSD card Structure of folders displayed in the display window of the IC recorderThe display of the structure of the folders seen in the displ

101GBUtilizing Your ComputerDisplay of a file recorded with the IC recorderFolders for files recorded using the IC recorder (folders under the VOICE f

102GB1 Make sure that the operation indicator of the IC recorder does not light.2 Perform the following operation on your computer.On a Windows screen

103GBUtilizing Your ComputerCopying Files from the IC Recorder to Your ComputerYou can copy the files and folders from the IC recorder to your compute

104GBCopying MP3 Files from Your Computer to the IC Recorder and Playing Them BackYou can copy MP3 files from your computer to the IC recorder by drag

105GBUtilizing Your Computer5 Press x (stop) to stop playback.P Notes• An MP3 file copied from your computer can be played back with the IC recorder.

106GBUsing the IC Recorder as USB MemoryWhen the IC recorder is connected to your computer, image data or text data on the computer, as well as files

107GBUtilizing Your ComputerUsing the Supplied Sound Organizer SoftwareWhat you can do using Sound OrganizerSound Organizer allows you to exchange fil

108GBCombining filesYou can combine multiple files into one file.Deleting files from an IC recorderYou can delete a file saved to an IC recorder.Use t

109GBUtilizing Your Computer• Windows XP Professional Service Pack 3 or higher• Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 3 or higherPre-installed.P Notes•

11GBGetting StartedStep 2: Preparing a Power SourceRemove the film on the display window before you use the IC recorder.Slide and lift the battery com

110GBclick [Yes] ([Continue] in the case of Windows Vista).• Sound Organizer cannot be started by a user with limited privileges in Windows XP.• To us

111GBUtilizing Your ComputerThe Sound Organizer windowA HelpDisplays the help of Sound Organizer. For details on each operation, refer to these help f

112GBAdditional InformationUsing a USB AC AdaptorYou can use the IC recorder while it is connected to an AC outlet using an AC-U50AG or an AC-U501AD U

113GBAdditional Information– the USB AC adaptor connected to the IC recorder should not be connected to or disconnected from the AC outlet.Doing so ma

114GBPrecautionsOn powerOperate the unit only on 3.0 V or 2.4 V DC. Use two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries or two NH-AAA-B2KN rechargeable batteri

115GBAdditional InformationOn maintenanceTo clean the exterior, use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Then use a soft dry cloth to wipe the ex

116GB• We recommend that you save a backup copy of the important data.• Do not touch the terminal of a memory card with your hand or a metal object.•

117GBAdditional InformationSpecificationsSystem requirementsTo use your computer with the Sound Organizer softwareTo use your computer with the Sound

118GBHardware environment:– Sound board: Sound cards compatible with any of the supported Microsoft Windows operating systems– Port: USB portP Note• T

119GBAdditional Information• Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™)/microSD memory card slotPlayback speed control (DPC)2.00 times - 0.50 times Power output300 mWP

12GBWhen to replace the batteriesThe battery indicator in the display window shows the battery condition.Battery remain indicator : “Low Battery Level

120GBMaximum recording time*3*4The maximum recording time of all the folders is as follows.*3When you are going to record continuously for a long time

121GBAdditional InformationBattery lifeWhen using Sony LR03 (SG) (size AAA) alkaline batteries*1When using Sony NH-AAA-B2KN rechargeable batteries*1*1

122GBTroubleshootingTroubleshootingBefore taking the IC recorder for repair, check the following sections. Should any problem persist after you have m

123GBTroubleshootingIt takes a long time for the IC recorder to start.• If the IC recorder is required to process a large amount of data, it may take

124GBThe operation indicator does not light.• “LED” is set to “OFF.” Display the menu and set “LED” to “ON” (page 93).“Memory Full” is displayed and y

125GBTroubleshootingYou cannot add a recording or an overwrite recording.• “Add/Overwrite” is set to “OFF” in the menu. Set “Add/Overwrite” to “Add” o

126GBThe memory card is not recognized.• Since the memory card may contain image data or other files, the memory required for creating initial folders

127GBTroubleshootingThe battery life of the rechargeable batteries is short.• You are using the rechargeable batteries in an environment with a temper

128GBThe IC recorder is not recognized by your computer.A folder/file cannot be transferred from your computer.• Disconnect the IC recorder from your

129GBTroubleshootingSound OrganizerRefer to the help files of the Sound Organizer software, too.Symptom Cause/RemedyThe Sound Organizer software canno

13GBGetting StartedStep 3: Turning the IC Recorder OnTurning the power onSlide the HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” for mor

130GBPlayback sound from the computer is low./No sound is emitted from the computer.• No sound board is installed.• No speaker is built-in or connecte

131GBTroubleshootingMessage ListMessage Cause/RemedyHOLD • All the button operations are disabled because the IC recorder is in the HOLD status to pre

132GBFile Full • When there are already the maximum number of files in the selected folder or the total number of files stored on the IC recorder has

133GBTroubleshootingAlready Set • The selected file has already been set for alarm playback. Select the other file.• You set the alarm to play back a

134GBInvalid Operation • You cannot divide or set a track mark in files in a (music) or (podcast) folder in the playback-only area.• When a memory ca

135GBTroubleshootingChange Folder • If there are no files in a (music) or (podcast) folder in the playback-only area, no folders are displayed in th

136GBSystem LimitationsThere are some system limitations of the IC recorder. Troubles as mentioned below are not malfunctions of the IC recorder.Sympt

137GBTroubleshootingDisplay Window GuideDisplay when stoppedA Track mark indicatorDisplays the track mark number just before the current position. App

138GBJ Memory card indicatorWhen “Memory Card” is selected as “Select Memory,” the indicator is displayed. When “Built-In Memory” is selected, no indi

139GBTroubleshootingO Scene select indicatorDisplays the currently selected scene used for recording. Appears when a scene is set.: Meeting: Voice Not

14GBStep 4: Setting the ClockYou need to set the clock to use the alarm function or record the date and time.When you insert batteries for the first t

140GBDisplay during playbackS Playback mode indicator 1: Appears when one file is played back repeatedly.A-B: Appears when a specified A-B period is p

141GBTroubleshootingDisplay when recording an FM radio broadcast (for ICD-PX312F only)Display in the HOLD statusY HOLD indicatorAppears when the IC re

142GBIndexAA-B repeat ...53Adding a recording ...33Adding an overwrite reco

143GBPresetting the FM stations manually ...77Recording FM broadcasts ...75Switching the FM

144GBMaking settings ...82Menu settings ...84Mic Sensitivity ...

145GBTTrack mark ...63Troubleshooting ...122UUSB AC adaptor ...

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15GBGetting StartedWhen you use the IC recorder for the first time or when no file is recorded, the following window may be displayed.P Notes• If you

16GBStep 5: Setting the Language to Be Used in the Display WindowYou can select the language to be used for messages, menus, etc. from 3 languages.1 P

17GBGetting StartedYou can select the following languages.English, Español (Spanish), Français (French)5 Press x (stop) to exit the menu mode.

18GBBasic OperationsRecordingP Notes• Before making a recording, be sure to check the battery indicator (page 12).• Noise may be recorded if an object

19GBBasic Operations3 Place the IC recorder so that the built-in microphone face the direction of the source to be recorded.4 Press z REC/PAUSE in the

2GBNotice for usersAll rights reserved. This manual or the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated or reduce

20GBTo stop recordingNote while accessingThe IC recorder is recording data and storing it on the memory media when the “Accessing...” animation appear

21GBBasic OperationsOther operationsz Tips• Files recorded using this IC recorder will be recorded as MP3 files.• You can record up to 199 files in ea

22GBTo record according to each recording situation (scene selection)According to various recording scene, you can change the recording items, such as

23GBBasic OperationsListeningStarting playback1 Slide the HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status

24GBTo stop playbackTo select a folder and file1 Press x (stop).1 Press (folder) to display the folder selection window.2 Press –. or >+ to selec

25GBBasic Operations3 Press N PLAY/STOP•ENTER.4 Press –. or >+ to select a file.Press >+ to select a file with a larger number.Press –. to selec

26GBOther operationsstop at the current position (Playback Pause function)Press N PLAY/STOP•ENTER. To resume playback from that point, press N PLAY/ST

27GBBasic OperationsAbout the displayPress DISP/MENU briefly to switch and check the file information.A file recorded using the IC recorder is display

28GBErasingP NoteOnce a recording has been erased, you cannot retrieve it.Selecting a file and erasing it1 Slide the HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch towards

29GBBasic OperationsTo cancel erasingTo erase another fileProceed with steps 2 through 5 in “Selecting a file and erasing it.”To erase a part of a fil

3GBTrademarks• Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows Media are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United Stat

30GBOther Recording OperationsChanging the Recording SettingsSelecting a recording scene for each situationAccording to various recording scene, you c

31GBOther Recording OperationsP Notes• You cannot set a scene during recording.• When 60 seconds have passed without any operation after the Scene Sel

32GBRecording a music performanceBy attaching a tripod (not supplied) or placing the IC recorder on a stand or table, you can adjust the angle of the

33GBOther Recording OperationsP NoteYou cannot modify the Scene Select settings. If you want to change the setting items, such as REC Mode (page 91),

34GB1 Press and hold DISP/MENU in the stop mode to enter the menu mode.The menu mode window will be displayed.2 Press –. or >+ to select “Add/Overw

35GBOther Recording Operations• You cannot add a recording to an MP3 file that was not recorded using the IC recorder. Moreover, when you edit files u

36GB3 Press –. or >+ to select “Overwrite,” and then press N PLAY/STOP•ENTER.“Add/Overwrite” is set to “OFF” when you purchase the IC recorder.4 Pr

37GBOther Recording OperationsStarting to record automatically in response to sound – the VOR functionYou can set the VOR (Voice Operated Recording) f

38GBThe recording pauses when no sound is detected and “PAUSE” flashes. When the IC recorder detects sound again, the recording starts again.To cancel

39GBOther Recording OperationsRecording on a Memory CardIn addition to the built-in memory, you can record files on a memory card.About compatible mem

4GBTable of ContentsGetting StartedStep 1: Checking the Contents of the Package ...7Index to parts a

40GBFor ICD-PX312/PX312F, the operational tests performed were using memory cards available as of January 2011.For the latest information about the me

41GBOther Recording Operationsmemory card into the slot. Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or malfunctions.To switch the IC recorder destinatio

42GB7 Press x (stop) to exit the menu mode.To use the built-in memorySelect “Built-In Memory” in step 3.To start recordingSelect the folder and then p

43GBOther Recording OperationsRecording via Other DevicesRecording with an external microphoneWhen you connect a stereo microphone (not supplied) to t

44GB4 Press z REC/PAUSE to start recording.The built-in microphone is automatically cut off, and the IC recorder starts recording sounds from the exte

45GBOther Recording OperationsRecording from other equipmentYou can make music files without using the computer by recording sound from other equipmen

46GB2 Press –. or >+ to select “Audio IN,” and then press N PLAY/STOP•ENTER.“Select Input” is set to “MIC IN” when you purchase the IC recorder.3 P

47GBOther Recording OperationsOperation during RecordingMonitoring the recordingIf you connect the headphones to the i (headphone) jack, you can monit

48GBOther Playback OperationsChanging the Playback SettingsConvenient playback methodsListening with better sound quality• To listen with headphones:C

49GBOther Playback Operations• If the last file is long and you wish to start playback at a later part of the file, press and hold >+ to go to the

5GBEditing FilesArranging Files in a Folder ...59Moving a file to a different folder ...59Copying a file to the other memory ...

50GB3 Press –. or >+ to select “Noise Cut Level,” and then press N PLAY/STOP•ENTER.4 Press –. or >+ to select “Maximum” or “Medium,” and then pr

51GBOther Playback Operations2 Press –. or >+ to select “DPC(Speed Control),” and then press N PLAY/STOP•ENTER.3 Press –. or >+ to select “ON,”

52GBSelecting the playback modeYou can use the menu or operate buttons to select the playback mode according to the playback situations.To play back a

53GBOther Playback Operations“Continuous Play” is set to “OFF” when you purchase the IC recorder.5 Press x (stop) to exit the menu mode.To resume norm

54GBstarting point A. Then specify a new finishing point B, as in step 2.P NoteYou cannot set the points A and B near the beginning or the end of a fi

55GBOther Playback OperationsPlaying Back a File at a Desired Time with an AlarmYou can sound an alarm and start playback of a selected file at a desi

56GB2 When you select “Date”:Set the year, month, day, hour, and minute in sequence, as described in “Step 4: Setting the Clock” on page 14.When you s

57GBOther Playback OperationsWhen the set date and time comesAt the set time, “ALARM” is displayed in the display window and the alarm and the selecte

58GBPlayback via Other DevicesRecording with other equipmentYou can record the sound of the IC recorder with other equipment.Before you start recordin

59GBEditing FilesEditing FilesArranging Files in a FolderMoving a file to a different folder1 Select the file you want to move.2 Press and hold DISP/M

6GBUsing the IC Recorder as USB Memory ...106Using the Supplied Sound Organizer Software ...

60GB5 Press –. or >+ to select the folder that you want to move the file into, and then press N PLAY/STOP•ENTER.The “Moving File...” animation is d

61GBEditing Files3 Press –. or >+ to select “Move & Copy,” and then press N PLAY/STOP•ENTER.4 Press –. or >+ to select “File Copy,” and then

62GB• Do not remove or insert a memory card, or turn off the IC recorder while copying. Files may be damaged.Erasing all files in a folderP NoteIf the

63GBEditing FilesUsing a Track MarkAdding a track markYou can add a track mark at a point at which you would like to divide a file later or locate dur

64GBErasing a track mark1 Stop at a position after the track mark you want to erase.2 Press and hold DISP/MENU in the stop mode to enter the menu mode

65GBEditing Files6 Press x (stop) to exit the menu mode.To cancel erasingSelect “NO” in step 5, and then press N PLAY/STOP•ENTER.Erasing all the track

66GB5 Press –. or >+ to select “YES,” and then press N PLAY/STOP•ENTER.The “Erasing...” animation appears in the display window and all the track m

67GBEditing FilesDividing a FileDividing a file at the current positionYou can divide a file in the stop mode, so that the file is divided into two pa

68GB5 Press –. or >+ to select “YES,” and then press N PLAY/STOP•ENTER.The “Dividing...” animation appears, and the divided files will be suffixed

69GBEditing Files3Press –. or >+ to select “Divide,” and then press NPLAY/STOP•ENTER.4 Press –. or >+ to select “Divide All Track Marks,” and th

7GBGetting StartedGetting StartedStep 1: Checking the Contents of the PackageIC Recorder (1)Remove the film on the display window before you use the I

70GBOrganizer software, dividing files may not be possible.• Once a file is divided, you cannot return it to the original status again.

71GBEditing FilesProtecting a FileTo prevent a file from being accidentally erased or edited, you can protect an important file. A protected file is m

72GBTo release protectionSelect the protected file, and then follow steps 2 through 5.In this case, select “OFF” in step 4, and then press N PLAY/STOP

73GBListening to the FM RadioListening to the FM Radio (for ICD-PX312F only)Tuning in an FM Radio StationTuning in a radio station by scanning frequen

74GB4 Press –. or >+ repeatedly to tune in a station.5 Press x (stop) to turn the FM radio off.To scan radio frequencies automaticallyIn step 4, pr

75GBListening to the FM Radio2 Press –. or >+ to select “FM Radio,” and then press N PLAY/STOP•ENTER.The IC recorder enters the FM radio mode.3 Pre

76GBPresetting FM Radio StationsPresetting FM radio stations automaticallyYou can automatically tune in radio stations and then register them with pre

77GBListening to the FM RadioPresetting FM radio stations manuallyYou can store an unregistered FM radio station on a preset number. You can preset up

78GB2 Press N PLAY/STOP•ENTER.The preset number and “Erase Preset?” will be displayed.3 Press –. or >+ to select “YES,” and then press N PLAY/STOP•

79GBListening to the FM RadioChanging the FM Radio Reception SettingsSwitching the receiver sensitivity of the FM radioYou can set the receiver sensit

8GBIndex to parts and controlsFrontA Built-in microphoneB m (microphone) jack*1 C Display windowD DISP/MENU buttonE SCENE buttonF (folder) buttonGN P

80GB“DX/LOCAL” is set to “DX” when you purchase the IC recorder.P NoteSelect “DX” when the IC recorder reception status is not good due to a weak sign

81GBListening to the FM RadioSwitching the FM radio output between speaker and headphonesDuring FM reception or FM recording, you can switch between t

82GBAbout the Menu FunctionMaking Settings for the Menu1 Press and hold DISP/MENU to enter the menu mode.The menu mode window will be displayed.2 Pres

83GBAbout the Menu FunctionP NoteIf you do not press any button for 60 seconds, the menu mode is automatically canceled and the window will return to

84GBMenu SettingsMenu items Operation mode(a: the setting can be made /—: the setting cannot be made)Stop mode Playback modeRecording modeFM radio rec

85GBAbout the Menu FunctionSelect Memorya————FM Radio*a————Auto Preset*———a—DX/LOCAL*———aaScan Sensitivity*———a—Audio Output*———aaDetail Menuaaaa—REC

86GBMenu items Settings (*: Initial setting) See pageAdd/OverwriteAllows you to add a recording to a previously recorded file or an overwrite recordin

87GBAbout the Menu FunctionEasy SearchSets the easy search function.ON:You can go forward for about 10 seconds by pressing >+ and go back for about

88GBDivide Divide Current PositionDivides a file into two.YES: A file will be divided into two.NO:Division is not executed.67Divide All Track MarksDiv

89GBAbout the Menu FunctionDelete Erase AllErases all files in the selected folder.Press (folder) to display the folder selection window before eras

9GBGetting StartedRearS (USB) connectorT M2™/microSD memory card slotU HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switchV Battery compartmentW Strap hole (A strap is not supp

90GBDX/LOCAL(for ICD-PX312F only)Sets the receiver sensitivity when listening to the FM radio.DX*:Normally, select this setting.LOCAL:When there is in

91GBAbout the Menu FunctionDetail MenuREC ModeSets the recording mode including sound quality.192kbps(MONO)*:Super high-quality monaural recording mod

92GBDetail MenuLCF(Low Cut)Sets the LCF (Low Cut Filter) function to cut a low frequency to reduce the roaring noise from wind; therefore you can reco

93GBAbout the Menu FunctionDetail MenuLEDTurns the operation indicator on or off during operation.ON*:During accessing to the memory, recording or pla

94GBDetail MenuTime DisplaySets the clock display.12-Hour*:12:00AM = midnight, 12:00PM = noon24-Hour:0:00 = midnight, 12:00 = noon–BeepSets whether a

95GBAbout the Menu FunctionDetail MenuFormatFormats the memory media currently selected (the built-in memory or the memory card), erasing all the data

96GBUtilizing Your ComputerUsing the IC Recorder with Your ComputerWhen the IC recorder is connected to your computer, you can transfer data between t

97GBUtilizing Your ComputerTo exchange files between the IC recorder and your computer, connect the IC recorder to your computer.1 Connect the (USB)

98GBBuilt-in memory*1When a file is transferred directly under the VOICE folder, the IC recorder recognizes and handles it as a file transferred from

99GBUtilizing Your Computermedia has been set to “Memory Card” (page 41), the structure of folders is different from that when the destination memory