Sony ICD-SX712 User Manual

4-196-715-12(1)ICD-SX712IC RecorderOperating InstructionsGetting StartedBasic OperationsOther Recording OperationsOther Playback OperationsEditing Fil

10GBIndex to parts and controlsFrontA Built-in microphones (stereo)B Operation indicatorC Display windowD SCENE buttonE (folder) buttonFx STOP button

100GB(Edit)Divide All Track MarksDivides a file at all the track mark positions.Execute:The track mark division is executed. Cancel:The track mark div

101GBAbout the Menu Function(Display)LEDTurns the operation indicator on or off during operation.ON*:During recording or playback, the operation indic

102GB(IC recorder setting)Select MemorySelects the memory media on which you want to store a file, or which contains the file you want to play, edit,

103GBAbout the Menu Function(IC recorder setting)BeepSets whether a beep will be heard or not.ON*:A beep will sound to indicate that an operation has

104GB(IC recorder setting)Auto Power OffIf the IC recorder is on and left for the period you have set, the IC recorder turns off automatically.5min:Th

105GBAbout the Menu Function(IC recorder setting)FormatFormats the memory media currently selected (the built-in memory or the memory card), erasing a

106GBUtilizing Your ComputerUsing the IC Recorder with Your ComputerWhen the IC recorder is connected to your computer, you can transfer data between

107GBUtilizing Your Computer1 Connect the (USB) connector of the IC recorder with the USB port of your running computer with the supplied USB connec

108GBBuilt-in memory*1Even if a file is transferred directly under the VOICE folder, it will not be displayed on the (Voice) tab of the IC recorder.

109GBUtilizing Your ComputerWhen connecting the IC recorder with your computer after the destination memory media has been set to “Memory Card” (page

11GBGetting StartedW M2™/microSD memory card slotX (USB) connector* These buttons and the jack have a tactile dot. Use it as a reference point for op

110GBmicroSD card Structure of folders displayed in the display window of the IC recorderThe display of the structure of the folders seen in the displ

111GBUtilizing Your ComputerFolders displayed on the (Voice) tab of the IC recorderFolders for files recorded using the IC recorder (folders under the

112GB2 Perform the following operation on your computer.On a Windows screen, left-click the icon at the bottom of the desktop of the computer.t Left-c

113GBUtilizing Your ComputerCopying Files from the IC Recorder to Your ComputerYou can copy the files and folders from the IC recorder to your compute

114GBCopying Music Files from Your Computer to the IC Recorder and Playing Them BackYou can copy music or the other audio files (LPCM(.wav)/MP3(.mp3)/

115GBUtilizing Your Computer3 Press v or V on the control button to select the folder ( ) in which music files are stored, and then press > on the

116GBUsing the IC Recorder as USB MemoryWhen the IC recorder is connected to your computer using a USB connecting cable, image data or text data on th

117GBUtilizing Your ComputerUsing the Supplied Sound Organizer SoftwareWhat you can do using Sound OrganizerSound Organizer allows you to exchange fil

118GBChanging the file information of filesYou can change the title name, artist name, and other file information displayed in the file list.Dividing

119GBUtilizing Your Computer• Windows Vista Business Service Pack 2 or higher• Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 2 or higher• Windows Vista Home

12GBPreventing unintentional operations (HOLD)You can disable all the buttons (HOLD) in order to prevent unintentional operations when you carry the I

120GBInstalling Sound OrganizerInstall Sound Organizer on your computer.P Notes• When installing Sound Organizer, log in to an account with administra

121GBUtilizing Your Computer5 When the [Ready to Install the Program] window appears, click [Install].The installation starts.6 When [Sound Organizer

122GBF Sidebar (Import/Transfer) IC Recorder: Displays the transfer screen. A list of files on a connected device appears. Import CD: Displays the scr

123GBAdditional InformationAdditional InformationUsing a USB AC AdaptorYou can charge the rechargeable batteries by connecting the IC recorder to an A

124GBand the condition of the batteries. It also takes more time if the temperature of the batteries is low, or if the batteries are charged while you

125GBAdditional InformationPrecautionsOn powerOperate the unit only on 2.4 V or 3.0 V DC. Use two NH-AAA rechargeable batteries or two LR03 (size AAA)

126GBOn maintenanceTo clean the exterior, use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner.If you have any questio

127GBAdditional Information• We recommend that you save a backup copy of the important data.• Do not touch the terminal of a memory card with your han

128GBSpecificationsSystem requirementsTo use your computer with the Sound Organizer softwareTo use your computer with the Sound Organizer software, se

129GBAdditional InformationHardware environment:– Sound board: Sound cards compatible with any of the supported Microsoft Windows operating systems– P

13GBGetting StartedMaintaining the moderate volume level (AVLS)The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function allows you to listen to the sound a

130GBSampling frequencies and bit for linear PCM filesSampling frequencies: 22.05/44.1 kHzBit: 16 bitFile extension: .wavGeneralSpeakerApprox. 16 mm d

131GBAdditional InformationMaximum recording time*5*6The maximum recording time of all the folders is as follows.*5When you are going to record contin

132GBBattery lifeWhen using Sony NH-AAA rechargeable batteries*1REC Mode Recording Playback through speaker*2Playback using a pair of headphones (not

133GBAdditional InformationWhen using Sony LR03 (SG) (size AAA) alkaline batteries*1*1The battery life is measured in testing using methods proprietar

134GBTroubleshootingTroubleshootingBefore taking the IC recorder for repair, check the following sections. Should any problem persist after you have m

135GBTroubleshootingThe charging indicator is not displayed or disappears in the middle of charging.• Rechargeable batteries have not been inserted, o

136GBThe IC recorder does not operate.• You may have formatted the memory of the IC recorder using the computer. Use the IC recorder formatting functi

137GBTroubleshootingThe playback volume is low. • The volume is turned down completely. Press VOLUME –/+ to adjust the volume (page 28).• The recordin

138GBRecording is interrupted. • The VOR function is activated. Set “VOR” to “OFF” in the menu (page 47).The VOR function does not work.• During manua

139GBTroubleshooting“--:--” is displayed. • You have not set the clock (page 18).“--y--m--d” or “--:--” is displayed on the REC Date display.• The dat

14GBStep 2: Recharging the BatteriesRecharging the batteries using a computerRemove the film on the display window before you use the IC recorder.Conn

140GB“” or “” is flashing instead of the battery indicator.• The environmental temperature is out of the range for charging. Charge the batteries in a

141GBTroubleshootingThe transferred files are not displayed.• The IC recorder can recognize up to 8 levels of folders transferred to the IC recorder.•

142GBSound OrganizerRefer to the help files of the Sound Organizer software, too.Symptom Cause/RemedyThe Sound Organizer software cannot be installed.

143GBTroubleshootingPlayback sound from the computer is low./No sound is emitted from the computer.• No sound board is installed.• No speaker is built

144GBMessage ListMessage Cause/RemedyHOLD • All the button operations are disabled because the IC recorder is in the HOLD status to prevent unintentio

145GBTroubleshootingFile Full • When there are already the maximum number of files in the selected folder or the total number of files stored on the I

146GBNo Setting • If you have not set the alarm, the alarm list will not be displayed. Make the alarm setting for “New” (page 70).Low Battery Level •

147GBTroubleshootingInvalid Operation • You cannot divide or set a track mark in files in the folder in the playback-only area (the (Music) tab and t

148GBSame File Name Exists • A file of the same file name already exists in the destination folder when a file is copied to the other memory media.No

149GBTroubleshootingSystem LimitationsThere are some system limitations of the IC recorder. Troubles as mentioned below are not malfunctions of the IC

15GBGetting StartedWhen the batteries are fully charged, the battery indicator will indicate “ .”3 Disconnect the IC recorder from your computer.Follo

150GBThe remaining recording time becomes shorter when you divide a file.• You need a certain amount of free space for a file management area to divid

151GBTroubleshootingDisplay Window GuideDisplay when stoppedA Newly arriving podcast indicationB Scene select indicationDisplays the currently selecte

152GBthe control button. You can also display the recording level meter.G Operation mode indicatorDisplays the following, depending on the current ope

153GBTroubleshootingL Limiter indicator (only displayed during manual recording)Appears when “LIMITER” is set to “ON” in the menu.M LCF (Low Cut Filte

154GBP Level meter displayLevel meter display in auto (AGC) recording mode. In manual recording, the level meter whose colors are reverse is displayed

155GBTroubleshootingV Noise cut/Effect indicatorAppears when the NOISE CUT switch is set to “ON,” or “Effect” is set in the menu.: Noise cut: Pop: Roc

156GBIndexAAAC-LC files ...129A-B repeat ...69Adding a recording ...

157GBIndexHHOLD ... 12IIndex to parts and controlsDisplay window ...151

158GBSelect Input ...88, 95Select Memory ...89, 102SYNC REC ...

159GBIndexTTab view ...30Track mark ...78Troubleshooting ...

16GB• When replacing the batteries, the clock continues moving for about 1 day after you remove the batteries.Recharging the batteries using a USB AC

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17GBGetting StartedStep 3: Turning the IC Recorder OnTurning the power onSlide the POWER/HOLD switch in the direction of “POWER” for more than 1 secon

18GBStep 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

19GBGetting Started2 Press . on the control button, press v or V on the control button to select the (IC recorder setting) tab, and then press N/ENT

2GBTo prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods.WARNINGDo not expose the batteries (battery pack or batter

20GBTo display the current date and timeWhile the IC recorder is in the stop mode, press x STOP to display the current date and time for about 3 secon

21GBGetting StartedStep 5: Setting the Language to Be Used in the Display WindowYou can select the language to be used for messages, menus, folder nam

22GBBasic OperationsRecordingP Notes• Before making a recording, be sure to check the battery indicator (page 16).• Noise may be recorded if an object

23GBBasic Operations2 Press to display the folder selection window.3 Press . on the control button, press v or V on the control button to select the

24GBStarting to record (Auto (AGC) recording)4 Press v or V on the control button to select the folder in which you want to record files.When you purc

25GBBasic OperationsTo stop recordingNote while accessingThe IC recorder is recording data and storing it on the memory media when the operation indic

26GBOther operationsz Tips• You can record up to 199 files in each folder.• You can make new folders or erase unwanted folders using the supplied Soun

27GBBasic OperationsListeningStarting playback1 Slide the POWER/HOLD switch towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status (page 1

28GB5 Press > on the control button.6 Press v or V on the control button to select the file you want to play.7 Press N/ENT.Playback will start soon

29GBBasic OperationsTo stop playbackOther operations1 Press x STOP.stop at the current position (Playback Pause function)Press N/ENT. To resume playba

3GBNotice for the customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in the countries applying EU directivesThe manufacturer of

30GBAbout the tab viewThe recordable area and the playback-only area of folders stored on the IC recorder are managed separately, and are displayed wi

31GBBasic OperationsDisplay when playing back a fileA File informationPress v or V on the control button to check the file information during playback

32GBB Counter informationYou can select the display mode in the menu (page 100).Elapsed time: The elapsed playback time of one fileRemaining time: The

33GBBasic OperationsErasingP NoteOnce a recording has been erased, you cannot retrieve it.Selecting a file and erasing it1 Slide the POWER/HOLD switch

34GBTo cancel erasingTo erase another fileProceed with steps 2 through 5 in “Selecting a file and erasing it.”To erase a part of a fileDivide the file

35GBOther Recording OperationsOther Recording OperationsChanging the Recording SettingsSwitching the directionality of the built-in microphonesThe bui

36GBSelecting a recording scene for each situationAccording to various recording scene, you can change the items for recording, such as REC Mode (page

37GBOther Recording OperationsThere are ways of making settings to record well other than using scene selection.Recording at a meeting• When you recor

38GBRecording music• Set the angle of the built-in microphones to 120° (page 35).• By attaching a tripod (not supplied) using the supplied stand, you

39GBOther Recording Operations3 Press v or V on the control button to select “Edit from Current Setting” or “Edit,” and then press N/ENT.4 Press v or

4GBTrademarks• Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows Media are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United Stat

40GBDefault settingsFor details on the menu items and settings, see pages 91 through 95.(Meeting) (Voice Notes)(Interview)REC ModeMP3 192kbpsMP3 128kb

41GBOther Recording OperationsManual recordingWhen you set “REC Level” to “Manual ,” you can adjust the recording level manually, according to the sou

42GBYou can check the recording level value with the peak meter of the display window. Adjust the level closer to –12 dB, into a range that is appropr

43GBOther Recording OperationsWhen “Add/Overwrite” in the menu is set to “Add,” you can add a recording to the file being played back. The added recor

44GBthe IC recorder. Moreover, when you edit files using the supplied Sound Organizer software, adding a recording to the files may not be possible.•

45GBOther Recording Operations2 Press v or V on the control button to select “Overwrite,” and then press N/ENT.“Add/Overwrite” is set to “OFF” when yo

46GBseconds prior to the point when you press z REC/PAUSE. This is useful for recording during interviews or when making an open-air recording so that

47GBOther Recording Operations• When the remaining recordable time is less than 10 seconds, the pre-recording function is disabled. Before starting to

48GBTo cancel the VOR functionSet “VOR” to “OFF” in step 2.P Notes• The VOR function is affected by the sound around you. Set “REC Level” in the menu

49GBOther Recording OperationsRecording on a Memory CardIn addition to the built-in memory, you can record files on a memory card.About compatible mem

5GBThis product contains technology subject to certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft.Use or distribution of this technology outside of thi

50GBFor ICD-SX712, the operational tests performed were using memory cards available as of September 2010.For the latest information about the memory

51GBOther Recording Operations• Close the cover of the memory card slot firmly. Also, do not insert any liquid, metal, flammable or any object other t

52GB2 Press v or V on the control button to select “Memory Card,” and then press N/ENT.“Select Memory” is set to “Built-In Memory” when you purchase t

53GBOther Recording Operations1 Select the (Recording) tab t “Cross-Memory REC” in the menu, and then press N/ENT.2 Press v or V on the control butto

54GBRecording via Other DevicesRecording with an external microphone1 Connect an external microphone to the m (microphone) jack when the IC recorder i

55GBOther Recording OperationsTo record sound from a telephone or a cell phoneYou can use the ECM-TL1 headphone-type electret condenser microphone (no

56GBTo record using the synchronized recording functionThe IC recorder pauses when no sound is detected for more than 2 seconds. The IC recorder start

57GBOther Recording OperationsThe synchronized recording pauses when no sound is detected for more than 2 seconds, and “ ” begins to flash.The IC reco

58GB“Select Input” is set to “MIC IN” when you purchase the IC recorder.6 Press x STOP to exit the menu mode.7 Press z REC/PAUSE to start recording.Th

59GBOther Recording OperationsOperating during RecordingMonitoring the recordingIf you connect a pair of headphones (not supplied) to the i (headphone

6GBTable of ContentsGetting StartedStep 1: Checking the Contents of the Package ...9Index to parts a

60GBOther Playback OperationsChanging the Playback SettingsConvenient playback methodsListening with better sound quality• To listen with a pair of he

61GBOther Playback Operations• If the last file is long and you wish to start playback at a later part of the file, press and hold > on the control

62GB3 Press v or V on the control button to select a file, and then press N/ENT.A confirmation message appears, and the file you selected will be play

63GBOther Playback OperationsWhen you set the NOISE CUT switch to “ON,” ambient noise other than the human voice is reduced. A file is played back wit

64GB1 Select the (Playback) tab t “V-UP” in the menu when the IC recorder is in the stop or playback mode, and then press N/ENT.The menu items will b

65GBOther Playback OperationsAdjusting the playback speed and tones – the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) function, key controlRearFrontYou can adjust the

66GB4 Press v or V on the control button to adjust the playback tone.v: Adjusts the sounds by a halftone higher each time this button is pressed (from

67GBOther Playback Operations2 Press v or V on the control button to select effect you want for the playback, and then press N/ENT.3 Press x STOP to e

68GB5 Press x STOP to exit the menu mode.P Notes• When you are using the built-in speaker, this setting is invalid.• When the NOISE CUT switch is set

69GBOther Playback Operations“Play Mode” is set to “ ” when you purchase the IC recorder.To play back a specified section repeatedly – A-B repeat1 Dur

7GBRecording from other equipment ...55Operating during Recording ...59Monitoring the recording ...59Other Play

70GBPlaying Back a File at a Desired Time with an AlarmYou can sound an alarm and start playback of a selected file at a desired time.You can have a f

71GBOther Playback Operations“Step 4: Setting the Clock” on page 18.When you select a day of the week or “Daily”:Press v or V on the control button to

72GBalarm indicator will disappear from the display window.When the set date and time comesAt the set time, “ALARM” is displayed in the display window

73GBOther Playback OperationsPlayback via Other DevicesRecording with other equipmentYou can record the sound of the IC recorder with other equipment.

74GBEditing FilesArranging Files in a FolderMoving a file to a different folder1 Select the file you want to move.2 Select the (Edit) tab t “Move Fil

75GBEditing FilesTo cancel moving the filePress x STOP before step 4.P Notes• You cannot move podcast files.• You cannot move protected files (page 86

76GB4 Press v or V on the control button to select the folder that you want to copy the file into, and then press N/ENT.The “Copying...” animation app

77GBEditing Files2 Select the (Edit) tab t “Erase All” in the menu, and then press N/ENT.“Erase All Files in the Folder?” will be displayed.3 Press v

78GBUsing 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 during playback.

79GBEditing FilesErasing a track mark1 Stop at a position after the track mark you would like to erase.2 Select the (Edit) tab t “Erase Track Mark” i

8GBCopying a music file from your computer to the IC recorder (drag and drop) ...114Playing back music files copied fro

80GB1 Select a file from which you want to erase the track marks.2 Select the (Edit) tab t “Erase All Track Marks” in the menu, and then press N/ENT.

81GBEditing 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

82GBof approximately 6 seconds each, both before and after the current position.4 Press N/ENT.“Divide?” will be displayed.5 Press v or V on the contro

83GBEditing Files2 Select the (Edit) tab t “Divide All Track Marks” in the menu when the IC recorder is in the stop mode, and then press N/ENT.“Divid

84GBChanging a Folder NameYou can change the folder name of folders that can be used to store files recorded using the IC recorder.You can choose a ne

85GBEditing Files• When you choose “FOLDER” from the templates, a suffix made up of a sequential number (01 to 10) is added to each of the folder name

86GBProtecting a FileTo prevent a file from being accidentally erased or edited, you can protect an important file. A protected file is marked with th

87GBAbout the Menu FunctionAbout the Menu FunctionMaking Settings for the Menu1 Press MENU to enter the menu mode.The menu mode window will be display

88GBMenu SettingsTabs Menu items Operation mode(a: the setting can be made / —: the setting cannot be made)Stop mode Playback mode Recording mode (Re

89GBAbout the Menu FunctionTabs Menu items Operation mode(a: the setting can be made / —: the setting cannot be made)Stop mode Playback mode Recording

9GBGetting StartedGetting StartedStep 1: Checking the Contents of the PackageIC Recorder (1)Remove the film on the display window before you use the I

90GBTabs Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) See page (Recording)Scene EditEdits the settings of the various recording menu items which are pre-s

91GBAbout the Menu Function (Recording)REC ModeSets the recording mode.LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit:LPCM (not compressed) in stereo high-quality recording modeM

92GB (Recording)REC LevelSets the microphone sensitivity.High :To record a sound far away from the IC recorder or a low sound, such as recording in a

93GBAbout the Menu Function (Recording)LIMITERSets the input level automatically to prevent the sound distortion that occurs when a sound that is too

94GB (Recording)Cross-Memory RECWhen the memory media currently selected (page 51) becomes full during recording, the IC recorder automatically switch

95GBAbout the Menu Function (Recording)Select InputSelects the external input to be recorded that is connected to the m (microphone) jack.MIC IN*:Sele

96GB(Playback)EffectSets the effect you want for the playback in the menu.Pop:Stresses middle ranges, ideal for vocals.Rock:Emphasizes high and low ra

97GBAbout the Menu Function(Playback)Play ModeSets the playback mode.1:A file is played back.*:Files in one folder are played back continuously.ALL:Al

98GB(Playback)AVLSSets the AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function.ON*:The AVLS function that maintains a moderate volume level is effective w

99GBAbout the Menu Function(Edit)Divide Current PositionDivides a file into two.Execute:A file will be divided into two.Cancel:Division is not execute