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La parola deriva dal latino "instructio", cioè organizzare. Così, il manuale d’uso Sony ICDPX440 descrive le fasi del procedimento. Lo scopo del manuale d’uso è istruire, facilitare lo avviamento, l'uso di attrezzature o l’esecuzione di determinate azioni. Il manuale è una raccolta di informazioni sull'oggetto/servizio, un suggerimento.

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Innanzitutto, il manuale d’uso Sony ICDPX440 dovrebbe contenere:
- informazioni sui dati tecnici del dispositivo Sony ICDPX440
- nome del fabbricante e anno di fabbricazione Sony ICDPX440
- istruzioni per l'uso, la regolazione e la manutenzione delle attrezzature Sony ICDPX440
- segnaletica di sicurezza e certificati che confermano la conformità con le norme pertinenti

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Generalmente questo è dovuto alla mancanza di tempo e certezza per quanto riguarda la funzionalità specifica delle attrezzature acquistate. Purtroppo, la connessione e l’avvio Sony ICDPX440 non sono sufficienti. Questo manuale contiene una serie di linee guida per funzionalità specifiche, la sicurezza, metodi di manutenzione (anche i mezzi che dovrebbero essere usati), eventuali difetti Sony ICDPX440 e modi per risolvere i problemi più comuni durante l'uso. Infine, il manuale contiene le coordinate del servizio Sony in assenza dell'efficacia delle soluzioni proposte. Attualmente, i manuali d’uso sotto forma di animazioni interessanti e video didattici che sono migliori che la brochure suscitano un interesse considerevole. Questo tipo di manuale permette all'utente di visualizzare tutto il video didattico senza saltare le specifiche e complicate descrizioni tecniche Sony ICDPX440, come nel caso della versione cartacea.

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Prima di tutto, contiene la risposta sulla struttura, le possibilità del dispositivo Sony ICDPX440, l'uso di vari accessori ed una serie di informazioni per sfruttare totalmente tutte le caratteristiche e servizi.

Dopo l'acquisto di successo di attrezzature/dispositivo, prendere un momento per familiarizzare con tutte le parti del manuale d'uso Sony ICDPX440. Attualmente, sono preparati con cura e tradotti per essere comprensibili non solo per gli utenti, ma per svolgere la loro funzione di base di informazioni e di aiuto.

Sommario del manuale d’uso

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    Help Guide | Top index.html[6/5/2014 9:06:17 PM] Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Use this Help Guide when you have any questions on how to use your IC recorder. Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer Help Guide How to Use[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top Go to Page Top Software Specifications Announcements IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations How to Use Troubleshooting Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Troubleshooting List of Topics 1[...]

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    Table of Contents How to Use i ..................................................................................................................................... Preparation 1 .............................................................................................................................. Parts description 24 .......................[...]

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    About the AVLS function (European models only) 111 ................................................... Turning the AVLS function on or off 112 ......................................................................... Recording 2 .........................................................................................................................[...]

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    Selecting a recording date from the calendar and playing back 153 .............................. Setting an alarm 41 ............................................................................................................... Playing back a file at a desired time with an alarm 155 .................................................. Editing 4 ....[...]

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    Connecting the IC recorder to your computer 197 .......................................................... Structure of folders and files 199 .................................................................................... Copying files from the IC recorder to your computer 203 ............................................... Copying a music fil[...]

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    A buzzing or humming noise is recorded 236 ................................................................. Noise is recorded when you record a file using an external microphone (not supplied). 237 ...................................................................................... Noise is heard when you listen to the file using headphones 238 [...]

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    The remaining time displayed in the display window is shorter than that displayed on the computer 262 ................................................................................ Files 66 ................................................................................................................................. The “Memory Full” animat[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Preparation Parts description Display window Power Memory card Clock setting Language setting Selecting items on the display HOLD AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) Notes on use Help Guide How to Use 1[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Recording Recording Various operations/settings Recording via other devices Using external devices Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 2[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Playback Playing Various operations/settings Using a calendar Setting an alarm Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 3[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Editing Erasing files Organizing files Track marks Dividing files Protecting files Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 4[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Menu Using menus Menu items Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 5[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Computer Using the IC recorder with a computer Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 6[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Software Sound Organizer Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 7[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Specifications Specifications Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 8[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Announcements Notes on use Safety regulations Copyrights/Trademarks Support website Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 9[...]

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    Back Back to Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 IC recorder operations If you have problems Noise Power General operations Recording Playback Editing Clock Display Files Computer Help Guide Troubleshooting 10[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Software operations (Sound Organizer) Installation Connections Operations Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 11[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Messages Messages list Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 12[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 System limitations System limitations Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 13[...]

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    Back Back to Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 How to Use Preparation Parts description Parts and controls Display window Display when stopped Display when recording Display during playback Display when the HOLD function is set Display in the HOLD status Display of the current file information Display during FOLDER selection Display of the file list Displa[...]

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    Selecting the memory Clock setting Setting the clock Setting the clock using the menu Language setting Setting the display language Selecting items on the display Selecting a folder and a file Selecting a tab HOLD Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) Releasing the HOLD function AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) About the AVLS function (E[...]

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    Recording the playback sound of the IC recorder on external equipment Playback Playing Playing back the recorded sound Various operations while playing Various operations/settings Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer – the noise cut function Adjusting the playback speed – the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) functi[...]

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    Protecting files Protecting a file Menu Using menus Using the menu Menu list Menu items Selecting the recording mode (REC Mode) Selecting the microphone sensitivity (Mic Sensitivity) Reducing noise when recording (Recording Filter) Selecting the input mode (Select Input) Selecting the display mode (Display) Turning the operation indicator on or off[...]

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    Go to Page Top Installing Sound Organizer (for Windows only) The Sound Organizer window (for Windows only) Specifications Specifications About compatible memory cards System requirements Design and specifications Battery life Announcements Notes on use Precautions Safety regulations Safety regulations Copyrights/Trademarks Trademarks Notice for use[...]

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    Back Back to Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Troubleshooting IC recorder operations If you have problems Troubleshooting Noise The recorded file is noisy and is hard to understand. The recorded file is noisy and you want to record with less noise in your recording. A rustling noise is recorded. A buzzing or humming noise is recorded. Noise is recorded wh[...]

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    When recording from other equipment, the input level is too strong or not strong enough. You cannot add a recording or an overwrite recording. Playback The playback volume is low. No sound comes from the speaker. Sound comes from the speaker even when headphones are plugged in. Playback speed is too fast or too slow. Playback sound is not good when[...]

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    Go to Page Top Connections The IC recorder cannot be properly connected. Operations Playback sound from the computer is low. / No sound is emitted from the computer. Stored files cannot be played back or edited. The counter or slider moves incorrectly, or noise is heard. Operation is slow when there are many files. Display does not work during savi[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print June 2013 IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Notes on use Before use To make full use of this content, please read the following notes thoroughly. Please note that they are subject to change without prior notice. Recommended system environment The following system environments are recommended for displaying this content. You may not be ab[...]

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    Go to Page Top will not be affected. Cookies This content uses cookies. To use services incorporating cookies, you need to set your browser to allow cookies. Handling of personal information obtained from websites Sony may use cookies, web beacons or similar technologies to make statistical analysis of customers’ usage of this content while prese[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Parts description Parts and controls Explains the name of parts, such as buttons and switches, on the IC recorder. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 24[...]

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    Back Back to Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Display window Display when stopped Explains the items and icons that appear on the display window while the IC recorder is stopped. Display when recording Explains the items and icons that appear on the display window while the IC recorder is recording. Display during playback Explains the items and icons tha[...]

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    Go to Page Top Display during MENU operation Explains the display that appears when you operate menu items. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 26[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Power Inserting batteries Explains how to insert batteries. Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer Explains how to disconnect the IC recorder from your computer. Using a USB AC Adaptor Explains how to use a USB AC Adaptor. Disconnecting the IC recorder from the USB AC adaptor Explains [...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Memory card Inserting a memory card Explains how to insert or remove a memory card. Selecting the memory Explains how to select the memory to be used, either the built-in memory or the memory card. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 28[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Clock setting Setting the clock Explains how to set the clock when the clock setting window appears. Setting the clock using the menu Explains how to set the clock from the menu. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 29[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Language setting Setting the display language Explains how to select the language to be used for messages, menus, folder names, etc. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 30[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Selecting items on the display Selecting a folder and a file Explains how to select a file or a folder in the display window. Selecting a tab Explains how to select the tab and switch the display according to the tab selected. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Gui[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 HOLD Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) Explains how to disable all button operations to prevent unintentional operations. Releasing the HOLD function Explains how to release the HOLD function to enable button operations. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help [...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) About the AVLS function (European models only) Explains how to maintain a moderate volume level when using headphones. Turning the AVLS function on or off Explains how to turn the AVLS function on or off. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Cor[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Recording Recording sound from the built-in microphones Explains the basic recording procedures using the built-in microphone. About the recording level guide Explains the recording level guide. It appears during recording and shows the input level. Monitoring sound while recording Explains how [...]

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    Back Back to Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Various operations/settings Selecting a recording scene for each situation Explains how to select the recording settings that match to various recording scenes, such as during meeting or interview (Scene Select). Registering recording settings in “My Scene” Explains how to register recording settings you w[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Recording via other devices Recording with an external microphone Explains how to record with an external microphone that is connected to the IC recorder and selects the input mode with the “Select Input” menu. Recording from external equipment Explains how to record from externally connecte[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Using external devices Recording the playback sound of the IC recorder on external equipment Explains how to record the playback sound of the IC recorder on external equipment. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 37[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Playing Playing back the recorded sound Explains how to play back the recorded sound with the speaker of the IC recorder. Various operations while playing Introduces various operations you can perform while playing. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to U[...]

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    Back Back to Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Various operations/settings Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer – the noise cut function Explains how to reduce ambient noise, which makes the human voice clearer when playing back a file. Adjusting the playback speed – the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) function Explains h[...]

  • Pagina 48

    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Using a calendar Selecting a recording date from the calendar and playing back Explains how to play back a file recorded using the IC recorder by searching for it from the calendar. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 40[...]

  • Pagina 49

    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Setting an alarm Playing back a file at a desired time with an alarm Explains how to start playing back a file with alarm sound at a desired time you set. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 41[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Erasing files Erasing a file Explains how to erase a file stored on the IC recorder. Erasing all files in a folder Explains how to erase all files in a selected folder at once. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 42[...]

  • Pagina 51

    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Organizing files Moving a file to a different folder Explains how to move a selected file to a selected folder. Copying a file to the other memory Explains how to copy a file back and forth between the built-in memory and a memory card. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporatio[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Track marks Adding a track mark Explains how to add track marks to make it easier for you to find a point in a file. Erasing a track mark Explains how to erase a track mark that is located at just before the current position. Erasing all the track marks in the selected file at one time Explains [...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Dividing files Dividing a file at the current position Explains how to divide a file into two parts at the desired position. Dividing a file at all the track mark positions Explains how to divide a file at all track mark positions. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Hel[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Protecting files Protecting a file Explains how to protect a file so that you cannot erase or edit it. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 46[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Using menus Using the menu Explains how to set menus. Menu list Introduces the menus in each tab and in which operation mode the IC recorder can make changes to the menu. It also includes a link to each menu topic. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Us[...]

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    Back Back to Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Menu items Selecting the recording mode (REC Mode) Explains how to set the recording mode for the file to be recorded. Selecting the microphone sensitivity (Mic Sensitivity) Explains how to set the microphone sensitivity for the built-in microphone. Reducing noise when recording (Recording Filter) Explains how[...]

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    Go to Page Top Turning the beep sound on or off (Beep) Explains how to turn the operation beep on or off. Setting the time period for the IC recorder to turn off (Auto Power Off) Explains how to set the Auto Power Off function which turns the IC recorder off automatically when no operation has made and the duration of time set for this function has[...]

  • Pagina 58

    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Using the IC recorder with a computer Connecting the IC recorder to your computer Explains how to exchange files between the IC recorder and the computer connected. Structure of folders and files Explains the structure of folders and files that can be viewed on the computer. Copying files from t[...]

  • Pagina 59

    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Sound Organizer What you can do using Sound Organizer (for Windows only) Introduces the functions or operations you can perform using the Sound Organizer software. System requirements for using Sound Organizer Shows a list of the system environments that are required to use the Sound Organizer s[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Specifications About compatible memory cards Explains the types of memory cards you can use with your IC recorder. System requirements Shows a list of the system environments that are required to use the IC recorder (such as the version of your OS, etc.). Design and specifications Shows the spec[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Notes on use Precautions Explains notes on operations, such as the places you use the IC recorder, and information on handling or maintenance. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 53[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Safety regulations Safety regulations Describes important information (warnings or notes) for your safety. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 54[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Copyrights/Trademarks Trademarks List of trademarks/registered trademarks Notice for users Important notice on copyrights Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 55[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Support website Customer support websites Introduces URLs of the customer support websites. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide How to Use 56[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 If you have problems Troubleshooting Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 57[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Noise The recorded file is noisy and is hard to understand. The recorded file is noisy and you want to record with less noise in your recording. A rustling noise is recorded. A buzzing or humming noise is recorded. Noise is recorded when you record a file using an external microphone (not suppli[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Power The IC recorder cannot be turned on. The IC recorder does not operate, even if you press any button. The IC recorder cannot be turned off. The IC recorder is powered off automatically. The battery life is short. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubl[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 General operations The IC recorder does not operate correctly. The operation indicator does not light. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 60[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Recording You cannot record a file. Recording is interrupted. When recording from other equipment, the input level is too strong or not strong enough. You cannot add a recording or an overwrite recording. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 61[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Playback The playback volume is low. No sound comes from the speaker. Sound comes from the speaker even when headphones are plugged in. Playback speed is too fast or too slow. Playback sound is not good when a music file is played back. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporatio[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Editing You cannot divide a file. You cannot move a file. You cannot copy a file to another memory. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 63[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Clock “--:--” is displayed. The recording date of a file appears as “--y--m--d” or “--:--.” The clock setting is reset. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 64[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Display There are fewer menu items displayed in the menu mode. The remaining time displayed in the display window is shorter than that displayed on the computer. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 65[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Files The “Memory Full” animation is displayed and you cannot start recording. The “File Full” animation is displayed and you cannot operate the IC recorder. The memory card is not recognized. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 66[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Computer Even after you change a menu setting, the change is not applied to the menu. A character in a folder or file name is displayed in unreadable characters. It takes a long time to copy a file. The IC recorder is not recognized by your computer. A folder/file cannot be transferred from your[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Installation The Sound Organizer software cannot be installed. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 68[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Connections The IC recorder cannot be properly connected. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 69[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Operations Playback sound from the computer is low. / No sound is emitted from the computer. Stored files cannot be played back or edited. The counter or slider moves incorrectly, or noise is heard. Operation is slow when there are many files. Display does not work during saving, adding, or dele[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Messages list Messages list Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 71[...]

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    Back Back to Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 System limitations System limitations Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 72[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Parts and controls 1 . Operation indicator 2 . Built-in microphones (stereo) (L) 3 . Built-in microphones (stereo) (R) 4 . Display window 5 . REC/PAUSE (record/pause) button 6 . STOP button 7 . Control button ( , , (review/fast backward), (cue/fast forward)) 8 . (play/enter) button (*1) 9 . MENU button 1[...]

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    Go to Page Top 13 . Strap hole (A strap is not supplied.) 14 . USB connector compartment 15 . (headphones) jack 16 . (microphone) (PLUG IN POWER) jack (*1) 17 . ERASE button 18 . VOL –/+ (volume –/+) button (*1) 19 . A-B (repeat A-B) button 20 . M2™/microSD memory card slot (The card slot is inside the cover.)(*2) 21 . USB slide lever 22 . HO[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Display when stopped Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1 . Newly arriving podcast indicator Appears when a new podcast file is transferred from the Sound Organizer software. 2 . Scene Select[...]

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    4 . Microphone sensitivity indicator Displays the level of the microphone sensitivity that has been set in the menu. : High : Medium : Low : High(Music) : Low(Music) 5 . File information Displays the information for each file according to the file information type (folder name, title name, artist name, file name). 6 . Operating guide for switching [...]

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    Go to Page Top remaining, the time is displayed in hours. If there is more than 10 minutes and less than 10 hours time remaining, the time is displayed in hours and minutes. If there is less than 10 minutes time remaining, the time is displayed in minutes and seconds. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 77[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Display when recording Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1 . Recording level guide display Displays the recording level and the optimum level for recording. 2 . Operation mode[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Display during playback Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1 . File information You can check and switch the file information display during playback by pressing or . The file information dis[...]

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    Go to Page Top : playback : review/fast backward, cue/fast forward : going backward/forward continuously 3 . Counter information You can select the display mode in the menu. Elapsed Time: The elapsed time of a file Remain Time: The remaining time of a file REC Date: Date recorded REC Time: Time recorded 4 . Recording mode indicator When the IC reco[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Display when the HOLD function is set Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1 . Message displayed when the HOLD function is set to “ON.” “HOLD” and the current time appear[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Display in the HOLD status Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1 . Message displayed while HOLD function is on. Appears when you attempt to operate the IC recorde[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Display of the current file information Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1 . Current file information When a file that has been recorded using the IC recorder is selected and the IC recorde[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Display during FOLDER selection Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1 . Tabs Displays the types (recordable or playback-only) of areas and memory available: (Voice): Recordable area used to ma[...]

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    Go to Page Top transferred from a computer.) Note If folders have no files that can be played back using the IC recorder, those folders will not be displayed in the display window of the IC recorder. Folders displayed on the tab of the IC recorder Folders for files recorded using the IC recorder (folders under the VOICE folder) will be displayed. N[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Display of the file list Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1 . Folder The icon and the name of the particular folder that you select. 2 . File list The list of files stored in[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Display during MENU operation Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1 . Menu tabs Displays the menu tabs. : Recording : Playback : Edit : Display : IC recorder settings 2 . Menu i[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Inserting batteries 1 . Insert batteries. Slide and lift the battery compartment lid, insert LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries with correct polarity, and close the lid. Note The IC recorder itself cannot charge the nickel metal hydride rechargeable batteries. Use the specified charger to [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer Follow the procedures below; otherwise, when the IC recorder contains data files, the files may be damaged or become unplayable. 1 . Make sure that the operation indicator does not light. 2 . Perform the following operation on your computer.[...]

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    Go to Page Top Related Topic Connecting the IC recorder to your computer Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 90[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Using a USB AC Adaptor You can use the IC recorder while it is connected to an AC outlet using a USB AC adaptor (not supplied). This is useful when you want to record for a long time. A: USB AC adaptor (not supplied) 1 . Connect a USB AC adaptor (not supplied) to an AC outle[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Disconnecting the IC recorder from the USB AC adaptor Follow the procedures below; otherwise, when the IC recorder contains data files, the files may be damaged or become unplayable. 1 . If you are recording or playing back a file, press STOP to stop the IC recorder. 2 . Mak[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Turning the power on 1 . Slide and hold the HOLD ・ POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” until the window display appears. The “Accessing...” animation is displayed, and the IC recorder is turned on. Hint When the IC recorder is in the stop mode, and you leave th[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Turning the power off 1 . Slide and hold the HOLD ・ POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” until the “Power Off” animation is displayed. The IC recorder is turned off. Hint When the IC recorder is in the stop mode, and you leave the IC recorder without attempting [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Inserting a memory card In addition to the built-in memory, you can record files on a memory card. Note In this Help Guide, M2™ and microSD cards are generally referred to as a “memory card.” The M2™/microSD memory card slot is referred to as the “memory card slot.” 1 . In the stop mode, open[...]

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    Go to Page Top 3 . Close the cover of the memory card slot. “Change to Memory Card?” appears on the display. 4 . Press or to select “Yes” or “No,” and then press . Note If a memory card is not recognized, remove it and then insert it into the IC recorder again. Do not insert any liquid, metal, flammable or any object other than a memory[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Selecting the memory You can switch the memory between the built-in memory and a memory card using the folder selection window. 1 . Press FOLDER. The folder selection window is displayed. 2 . Press , and then press or to select the or tab. (Built-in memory) or (Memory card) tab will appear[...]

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    Go to Page Top Related Topic Inserting a memory card Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) Formatting the memory (Format) Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 98[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Setting the clock You need to set the clock to use the alarm function or record the date and time. When you insert batteries for the first time, or when you re-insert batteries or replace batteries with new ones, the “Set Date&Time” animation appears, and then the year section begins to flash in [...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top Note When you re-insert batteries, or when you replace batteries with new ones, the clock setting display appears, and the approximate time when you last operated the IC recorder before replacing the batteries is displayed. Set the clock to the current time again. If you do not press within 1 minute of entering the clo[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Setting the clock using the menu While the IC recorder is stopped, you can set the clock using the menu. 1 . Select MENU - the tab - “Date&Time,” and then press . 2 . Press or to select “Auto(Synchronizing)” or “Manual,” and then press . When you select “Auto(Synchronizing),” the cloc[...]

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    Go to Page Top connected to the IC recorder and on which the Sound Organizer software is started. When you select “Manual,” proceed to the next steps. 3 . Press or to select the date display and then press . 4 . Set year, month, day, hour and minute. Press or to set the year (the last two digits of the year), and then press . Repeat this proced[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Setting the display language You can select the language to be used for messages, menus, folder names, file names, etc. 1 . Select MENU - the tab - “Language,” and then press . 2 . Press or to select the language that you want to use, and then press . You can select the language from D[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Selecting a folder and a file You can select a folder and a file for recording, playing or editing. 1 . In the stop mode, press FOLDER. The folder selection window is displayed. 2 . Select a folder. Press or to select the desired folder, and then press . To display the files contained in the selected fol[...]

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    Go to Page Top When the stop mode window is displayed, you can switch files by pressing and . Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 105[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Selecting a tab The recordable area and the playback-only area of folders stored on the IC recorder are managed separately, and are displayed with tabs. When you select a folder, you can move between areas by switching the tabs. 1 . In the stop mode, press FOLDER. The folder selection window is displayed[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top 3 . Press . The folders contained in the selected tab are displayed. 4 . Select a folder and a file. Related Topic Selecting a folder and a file Playing back music files copied from your computer using the IC recorder Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 107[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) You can disable all the buttons (HOLD) in order to prevent unintentional operations when you carry the IC recorder, etc. 1 . Slide the HOLD ・ POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of “HOLD” to disable the buttons while the power is on. “HOLD” and curren[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top (24 hour-clock) / 12:00 PM (12 hour-clock)) Related Topic Releasing the HOLD function Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 109[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Releasing the HOLD function If you operate buttons on the IC recorder when the HOLD function is set, “HOLD. Slide HOLD Switch to Activate.” appears on the display. Release the HOLD function when you operate the IC recorder. 1 . Slide the HOLD ・ POWER ON/OFF switch towards the center.[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 About the AVLS function (European models only) The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function allows you to listen to the sound at a moderate volume level when using headphones. The AVLS function limits the maximum volume to prevent auditory issues or distraction and also to maintain [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Turning the AVLS function on or off When the AVLS function is set to “ON,” the “AVLS” indicator lights and you cannot adjust the volume to a level that exceeds the AVLS-specified level. This function is set to “ON” at the time of purchase, but you can also turn the function off. 1 . In the st[...]

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    Go to Page Top When you listen to the sound using headphones for the specific period of time, the AVLS function is automatically turned on even if you set “AVLS” is set to “OFF” in the menu. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 113[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Recording sound from the built-in microphones The following steps are the basic recording procedures using the specified microphone sensitivity and recording mode. Note Noise may be recorded if an object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubs or scratches the IC recorder during recording. Hint Bef[...]

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    Go to Page Top 2 . Select the desired folder. 3 . Place the IC recorder so that the built-in microphones ( ) face the direction of the source to be recorded. 4 . Press REC/PAUSE in the stop mode. The operation indicator ( ) lights in red. You do not need to press and hold REC/PAUSE while recording. The new file will be automatically recorded as the[...]

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    Go to Page Top Releasing the HOLD function Selecting a folder and a file About the recording level guide Various operations while recording Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 116[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 About the recording level guide During recording, the recording level guide ( ) is displayed. The upper meter shows the current input level. The white bar in the lower meter shows the optimum input level for recording. Please adjust the orientation of the built-in microphone[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Monitoring sound while recording If you connect headphones to the (headphones) jack, you can monitor the recording. 1 . Connect headphones to the (headphones) jack. 2 . Press VOL –/+ to adjust the monitoring volume. Monitoring volume does not affect to the recording level.[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Various operations while recording You can perform the following operations while recording. To pause recording Press REC/PAUSE. During recording pause, the operation indicator flashes in red and “ ” begins to flash in the display window. An hour after you pause recording, recording pa[...]

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    Go to Page Top The Sound Organizer window (for Windows only) Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 120[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Selecting a recording scene for each situation According to various recording scene, you can change the items for recording, such as “REC Mode,” “Mic Sensitivity,” etc., to the recommended settings in bulk (Scene Select). You can store your favorite recording settings for “My Scene 1” and “[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top To record seminars or lectures. Voice Notes: To record dictation with a microphone in front of your mouth. Interview: To record human voice at a distance of 1 to 2 meters (40 in. to 80 in.). Music: To record chorus lessons or musical instruments, such as an acoustic guitar, a piano, or a violin, at a distance of 2 to 3[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Registering recording settings in “My Scene” You can register recording settings you want to use in “My Scene 1” or “My Scene 2” in the “Scene Select” menu. 1 . Set the “Scene Select” menu to “OFF.” 2 . Set the following recording menu items to the setting you want [...]

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    Go to Page Top Default settings for the “Scene Select” menu Selecting the recording mode (REC Mode) Selecting the microphone sensitivity (Mic Sensitivity) Reducing noise when recording (Recording Filter) Starting to record automatically in response to sound – the VOR function Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 124[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Tips for better recording Recording at a meeting By placing the IC recorder on a handkerchief, etc. substituting for a stand, you can record with clear, low-noise sound, without vibration noise from the desk. When you use the “Scene Select” function, select “Meeting.” Recording a voice note By pl[...]

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    Go to Page Top Recording an interview Place the IC recorder so that the built-in microphones face the interviewee. When you use the “Scene Select” function, select “Interview.” Recording a music performance You can obtain dynamic stereo recording. When you record a music performance, place the IC recorder close to the musical instruments. I[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Default settings for the “Scene Select” menu The setting items for the “Scene Select” menu are set as follows by default. Meeting REC Mode: MP3 192kbps Mic Sensitivity: Medium VOR: OFF Recording Filter: NCF(Noise Cut) Lecture REC Mode: MP3 192kbps Mic Sensitivity: Medium VOR: OFF Recording Filter[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top REC Mode: MP3 192kbps Mic Sensitivity: Medium VOR: OFF Recording Filter: OFF My Scene 2 REC Mode: MP3 192kbps Mic Sensitivity: Medium VOR: OFF Recording Filter: OFF Related Topic Selecting a recording scene for each situation Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 128[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Adding a new segment to a previously recorded file When “Add/Overwrite” in the menu is set to “Add,” you can add a new segment to the file being played back. The added segment will be placed after the current file, and will be counted as a part of the file. Select the file to which you want to ad[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top 4 . When the file to be added is played back press REC/PAUSE. “Add REC?” will be displayed. 5 . While “Add REC?” is displayed, press REC/PAUSE. The recording lamp will turn red. Then recording starts. 6 . To stop recording, press STOP. Note You cannot add a segment when the file has reached the maximum size lim[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Adding an overwrite recording during playback When “Add/Overwrite” in the menu is set to “Overwrite,” you can add an overwrite recording after a selected point in a recorded file. The part of the file after the selected point is erased. Select the file to which you want to add an overwrite record[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top “Add/Overwrite” is set to “OFF” when you purchase the IC recorder. 3 . Press STOP to exit the menu mode. 4 . When the file to be added is played back, press REC/PAUSE at the position where you want to overwrite the file. “Overwrite REC?” will be displayed. 5 . While “Overwrite REC?” is displayed, press [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Starting to record automatically in response to sound – the VOR function You can set the VOR (Voice Operated Recording) function to “ON,” to make the IC recorder start recording when the IC recorder detects sound, and pause when no sound is heard, eliminating recording during soundless periods. 1 .[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top Related Topic Using the menu Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 134[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Recording with an external microphone You can record sound using an externally connected microphone. 1 . Connect an external microphone ( ) to the (microphone) jack when the IC recorder is in the stop mode. “Select Input” appears in the display window. If “Select Input” is not disp[...]

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    Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting the input mode (Select Input) Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 136[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Recording from external equipment You can make music files without using the computer by recording sound/music from other equipment such as a radio cassette recorder, a tape recorder, etc. connected to the IC recorder. Hint If the input level is not strong enough, connect the headphones jack (minijack, s[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top Hint To stop recording, press STOP. Related Topic Recording the playback sound of the IC recorder on external equipment Selecting the input mode (Select Input) Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 138[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Recording the playback sound of the IC recorder on external equipment You can record the playback sound of the IC recorder with an externally connected equipment. Before you start recording, we recommend you make a trial recording first. 1 . Connect an audio connecting cable (not supplied)[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Playing back the recorded sound 1 . Slide the HOLD ・ POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” to turn on the IC recorder, or towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status. The stop mode window appears. 2 . Select the desired file to be played back. If you do not s[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top Hint Press STOP to stop playback. Related Topic Turning the power on Releasing the HOLD function Selecting a folder and a file Various operations while playing Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 141[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Various operations while playing You can perform the following operations while the IC recorder is playing. To stop at the current position (Playback Pause function) Press . To resume playback from that point, press again. To go back to the beginning of the current file Press once. When a [...]

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    Go to Page Top Adding a track mark Searching the desired point quickly (Easy Search) Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 143[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer – the noise cut function The noise cut function reduces ambient noise other than the human voice, which makes the human voice clearer when you listen to the playback sound. 1 . In the stop or playback mode, select MENU - the tab - [...]

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    Go to Page Top When the noise cut function is set to “Auto,” the IC recorder adjusts the noise cut level automatically, however, when you play a file recorded with the “Scene Select” menu set to “Meeting,” “Lecture,” “Voice Notes,” or “Interview,” the noise cut function will switch to “Medium” automatically. Notes on use[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Adjusting the playback speed – the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) function You can adjust the playback speed in a range from 0.50 times to 2.00 times. The file is played back in natural tones by means of a digital processing function. 1 . Slide the DPC (SPEED CTRL) switch to “ON.” 2 . D[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Playing back all files in a folder continuously - the continuous play 1 . In the stop or playback mode, select MENU - the tab - “Continuous Play,” and then press . 2 . Press or to select “ ON” or “OFF,” and then press . 3 . Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Descriptions of menu[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Playing back a file repeatedly 1 . During playback, press and hold until “ 1” appears. The selected file will be played back repeatedly. Hint To cancel repeat playback and change back to the normal playback, press again. Related Topic Playing back all files in a folder c[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Playing back a specified section repeatedly (A-B repeat) 1 . During playback, press A-B to specify the starting point A. “A-B B?” is displayed. 2 . Press A-B again to specify the finishing point B. “ A-B” is displayed and the specified section is played back repeatedly. Hint To can[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Listening with better sound quality Listening to the sound with headphones: Connect headphones to the (headphones) jack. The built-in speaker will be automatically disconnected. Listening to the sound from an external speaker: Connect an active or passive speaker (not supplied) to the (hea[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Searching forward/backward during playback (Cue/Review) To search forward (Cue): Press and hold during playback and release it at the point you wish to resume playback. To search backward (Review): Press and hold during playback and release it at the point you wish to resume playback. The [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Searching the desired point quickly (Easy Search) The Easy Search function allows you to quickly locate the point at which you wish to start playback. 1 . In the stop or playback mode, select MENU - the tab - “Easy Search,” and then press . 2 . Press or to select “ON,” and then pre[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Selecting a recording date from the calendar and playing back You can play back a file recorded using the IC recorder by searching for it from the calendar. 1 . In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “Calendar,” and then press . The calendar appears after the “Accessing...” animation, and the [...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top The file will be played back. You can return to the previous window by selecting “Back.” 5 . Press STOP to stop playback. Note You need to set the clock in advance to select a recording date from the calendar and play back a file. If you specify a date where a recorded file does not exist, “No File” will be dis[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Playing back a file at a desired time with an alarm You can sound an alarm and start playback of a selected file at a desired time. You can have a file played back on a specified date, once every week, or at the same time every day. You can set an alarm for a file. 1 . Select the file you want to play ba[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top 5 . Press STOP to exit the menu mode. The setting process is finished and “ ” (alarm indicator) appears in the display window. When the set date and time comes, the IC recorder is automatically turned on and “ALARM” is displayed in the display window. Then the alarm and the selected file will be played back usi[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Erasing a file You can select a file and erase it. Note Once a file has been erased, you cannot retrieve it. 1 . Slide the HOLD ・ POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” to turn on the IC recorder, or towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status. The stop mode w[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top 5 . Press . The “Erasing...” animation appears in the display window and the selected file will be erased. When a file is erased, the remaining files will advance so that there will be no space between files. Note You cannot erase a protected file. To erase the file, release the protection first, and then erase the[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Erasing all files in a folder You can erase all files in the selected folder. Press FOLDER to return to the folder window before erasing the files and select a folder from which all files are to be erased, and then go to the menu window. 1 . In the stop mode, select the folder containing t[...]

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    Go to Page Top Protecting a file Selecting a folder and a file Erasing a file Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 160[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Moving a file to a different folder Moves the selected file to the selected folder. 1 . Select the file you want to move. 2 . In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “Move File,” and then press . 3 . Press , press or to select the tab or the tab, and then press . 4 . Press or to select the folder t[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top Related Topic Protecting a file Selecting a folder and a file Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 162[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Copying a file to the other memory You can copy the selected file from the built-in memory to the desired folder on a memory card, or from a memory card to the desired folder on the built-in memory. This function is useful in saving a backup. Before starting the operation, insert a memory card to be used[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top To cancel the copy operation during copying, press STOP while the “Copying...” animation is displayed in step 4. Related Topic Selecting the memory Inserting a memory card Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 164[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Adding a track mark You can add a track mark at a point at which you would like to divide a file later or locate during playback. You can add a maximum of 98 track marks to each file. 1 . During recording, playing back, or recording pausing, press T-MARK at the position you want to add a track mark. The [...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top To locate a track mark and start playback at the track mark, press or in the stop mode. When the (Track mark) indicator flashes once, press . Related Topic Protecting a file Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 166[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Erasing a track mark You can erase the track mark that is located at just before the current position. 1 . Stop at a position after the track mark you would like to erase. 2 . Select MENU - the tab - “Erase Track Mark,” and then press . “Erase Track Mark?” appears on the display. 3 . Press or to [...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top To cancel erasing, select “Cancel” in step 3, and then press . Related Topic Protecting a file Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 168[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Erasing all the track marks in the selected file at one time You can erase all the track marks of the selected file. 1 . Select a file from which you want to erase the track marks. 2 . Select MENU - the tab - “Erase All Track Marks,” and then press . “Erase All Track Marks?” appear[...]

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    Go to Page Top Protecting a file Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 170[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Dividing a file at the current position You can divide a file in the stop mode, so that the file is divided into two parts and new file numbers are added to the divided file names. By dividing a file, you can easily find the point from which you want to play back when you make a long recording such as at[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top You cannot divide a protected file. To divide the file, release the protection first. You cannot divide music files or podcast files. Hint To cancel dividing, select “Cancel” in step 3, and then press . Related Topic Protecting a file Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 172[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Dividing a file at all the track mark positions You can divide a file at all the track mark positions. 1 . Select the file you want to divide. 2 . In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “Divide All Track Marks,” and then press . “Divide All Track Marks?” appears on the display. 3 . Press or to[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top You cannot divide music files or podcast files. Hint To cancel dividing, select “Cancel” in step 3, and then press . To cancel dividing while a file is being divided, press STOP while the “Dividing...” animation is displayed. Related Topic Protecting a file Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corpo[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Protecting a file To prevent a file from being accidentally erased or edited, you can protect an important file. A protected file is marked with the (protect) indicator and is regarded as a read-only file you cannot erase or edit. 1 . Display the file which you want to protect from the tab[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Using the menu 1 . Press MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 . Press , press or to select the , , , , or tab, and then press . 3 . Press or to select the menu item for which you want to make setting, and then press . 4 . Press or to select the setting that you want to s[...]

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    Go to Page Top If you do not press any button for 1 minute, the menu mode is automatically canceled and the window will return to the normal display. Hint To return to the previous window, press during menu mode. To exit the menu mode, press STOP or MENU. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 177[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Menu list The list below shows the menu items in each tab and in which operation mode the IC recorder can make changes to the menus. Menu items in the (Recording) tab Scene Select: Stop mode Selecting a recording scene for each situation REC Mode: Stop mode Selecting the recording mode (REC Mode) Mic Sen[...]

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    AVLS (*): Stop mode, Playback mode Turning the AVLS function on or off Menu items in the (Edit) tab Protect: Stop mode Protecting a file Divide Current Position: Stop mode Dividing a file at the current position Move File: Stop mode Moving a file to a different folder File Copy: Stop mode Copying a file to the other memory Erase Track Mark: Stop mo[...]

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    Go to Page Top Format: Stop mode Formatting the memory (Format) System Information: Stop mode Checking the system information (System Information) * For the European models only Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 180[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Selecting the recording mode (REC Mode) You can set the recording mode for the files to be recorded. Set this menu item before you start recording. 1 . In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “REC Mode,” and then press . 2 . Press or to select the desired recording mode, and then pre[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Selecting the microphone sensitivity (Mic Sensitivity) You can set the microphone sensitivity for the built-in microphone. Set this menu item before you start recording. 1 . In the stop or recording mode, select MENU - the tab - “Mic Sensitivity,” and then press . 2 . Press or to select the desired l[...]

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    Go to Page Top The microphone sensitivity is disabled when “Select Input” in the menu is set to “Audio IN.” Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 183[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Reducing noise when recording (Recording Filter) You can record with less noise in the recorded sound by using the “Recording Filter” function. 1 . In the stop or recording mode, select MENU - the tab - “Recording Filter,” and then press . 2 . Press or to select “NCF(Noise Cut)” or “LCF(Low[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top When the “Select Input” menu is set to “Audio IN” and you connect other equipment to the (microphone) jack, the recording filter function does not work. If you set “Recording Filter” when “Scene Select” is set to other than “OFF,” the “Scene Select” setting will be canceled. Hint Select “OFF?[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Selecting the input mode (Select Input) You can select the external input to be recorded that is connected to the (microphone) jack. 1 . In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “Select Input,” and then press . 2 . Press or to select “MIC IN” or “Audio IN,” and then press . 3 [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Selecting the display mode (Display) You can set which information to be displayed in the display window. 1 . Select MENU - the tab - “Display,” and then press . 2 . Press or to select the desired display mode, and then press . 3 . Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Descriptions of menu[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Turning the operation indicator on or off (LED) This setting turns the operation indicator on or off during operation. 1 . In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “LED,” and then press . 2 . Press or to select “ON” or “OFF,” and then press . 3 . Press STOP to exit the menu mo[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) You can select the memory media on which you want to store a file, or which contains the file you want to play, edit, or copy. 1 . In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “Select Memory,” and then press . 2 . Press or to select “B[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Selecting the clock display (Time Display) You can select from 12 hour-clock or 24 hour-clock. 1 . In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “Time Display,” and then press . 2 . Press or to select the desired menu item, and then press . 3 . Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Description[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Turning the beep sound on or off (Beep) You can turn the operation beep on or off. 1 . In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “Beep,” and then press . 2 . Press or to select “ON” or “OFF,” and then press . 3 . Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Descriptions of menu items You [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Setting the time period for the IC recorder to turn off (Auto Power Off) You can set the IC recorder to turn off automatically after a designated length of time. The auto power off function then takes effect when the IC recorder is not used for a specified length of time while in the stop [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Resetting all menu items to the default setting (Reset All Settings) You can re-set all menu items to the default setting. However, the following menu items cannot be initialized. Alarm Protect Select Memory Date&Time 1 . In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “Reset All Settings,[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Formatting the memory (Format) You can format the memory media currently selected (the built-in memory or the memory card), erasing all the data in the memory and resetting the folder structure to its default status. 1 . In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “Format,” and then pres[...]

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    Go to Page Top Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 195[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Checking the system information (System Information) You can check the system information such as the IC recorder model name and the version number of the software. User name can be registered on your IC recorder using the Sound Organizer software. 1 . In the stop mode, select MENU - the t[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Connecting the IC recorder to your computer To exchange files between the IC recorder and your computer, connect the IC recorder to your computer. 1 . Slide the USB slide lever on the back of the IC recorder, and insert the USB connector into the USB port of a running computer. 2 . Make sure the IC recor[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top Related Topic Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 198[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Structure of folders and files The folders and files are displayed on the computer screen as shown. On a Windows screen using Explorer, and on a Mac screen using Finder, folders and files can be displayed by opening “IC RECORDER” or “MEMORY CARD.” Built-in memory Help Guide How to Use 199[...]

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    A: IC RECORDER B: Folder for files recorded using the IC recorder C: Folder containing installers for the Sound Organizer software, Help Guide, etc. D: Folder transferred from your computer *1 Even if a file is transferred directly under the VOICE folder, it will not be displayed on the tab of the IC recorder. When you transfer a file from your com[...]

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    A: MEMORY CARD B: Folder for files recorded using the IC recorder C: Folder transferred from your computer microSD card When connecting the IC recorder with your computer after the destination memory media has been set to “Memory Card,” the structure of folders is different from that when the destination memory media is set to “Built-In Memor[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top A: MEMORY CARD B: Folder for files recorded using the IC recorder C: Folder transferred from your computer Related Topic Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 202[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Copying files from the IC recorder to your computer You can copy the files and folders from the IC recorder to your computer to store them. 1 . Connect the IC recorder to your computer. 2 . Copy files or folders you want to transfer to your computer. Drag and drop the files or folders you [...]

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    Go to Page Top Related Topic Connecting the IC recorder to your computer Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 204[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Copying a music file from your computer to the IC recorder (drag and drop) You can copy music or the other audio files (MP3(.mp3) (*)) from your computer to the IC recorder by dragging and dropping them, and you can play them back using the IC recorder. * For the file formats that can be p[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Playing back music files copied from your computer using the IC recorder You can copy music or the other audio files (MP3(.mp3) (*)) from your computer to the IC recorder, and you can play them back using the IC recorder. * For the file formats that can be played back using [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Using the IC Recorder as USB memory When the IC recorder is connected to your computer, image data or text data on the computer, as well as files recorded using the IC recorder can be temporarily stored on the IC recorder. Your computer must meet the specified system requirements to use th[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 What you can do using Sound Organizer (for Windows only) You can install Sound Organizer using the set up file (SoundOrganizerInstaller_V150.exe) stored on the built-in memory of the IC recorder. Sound Organizer allows you to exchange files with an IC recorder or memory card. The songs imported from musi[...]

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    Go to Page Top Dividing files You can divide one file into multiple files. Combining files You can combine multiple files into one file. Registering the user name You can register a user name (information for recognizing your IC recorder) for your IC recorder. If you record a file with a user name set, the user name will be added to the file. If yo[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 System requirements for using Sound Organizer The following shows the system requirements for using Sound Organizer. Operating systems Windows 8.1 Windows 8.1 Pro Windows 8 Windows 8 Pro Windows 7 Ultimate Service Pack 1 or higher Windows 7 Professional Service Pack 1 or higher Windows 7 Home Premium Ser[...]

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    Go to Page Top Windows Vista: At least 512 MB (In the case of Windows Vista Ultimate/Business/Home Premium, at least 1 GB is recommended.) Windows 7: At least 1 GB (32 bit version)/At least 2 GB (64 bit version) Windows 8: At least 1 GB (32 bit version)/At least 2 GB (64 bit version) Windows 8.1: At least 1 GB (32 bit version)/At least 2 GB (64 bit[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Installing Sound Organizer (for Windows only) Install Sound Organizer on your computer. Note When installing Sound Organizer, log in to an account with administrator privileges. Also, if you are using Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 8.1 and the [User Account Control] screen appears, confirm the contents of t[...]

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    The display that appears on the computer screen differs depending on the version of the operating system you are using. Windows 7 is used as an example in this Help Guide. 3 . Double-click [SoundOrganizerInstaller_V150] (or [SoundOrganizerInstaller_V150.exe]). Depending on the version of the operating system you are using, the preparations for setu[...]

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    Go to Page Top Go to Page Top 5 . When the [Setup Type] window appears, select [Standard] or [Custom], and then click [Next]. Follow the instructions on the screen and set the installation settings when you select [Custom]. 6 . When the [Ready to Install the Program] window appears, click [Install]. The installation starts. 7 . When [Sound Organize[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The Sound Organizer window (for Windows only) 1 . Help Displays the help of Sound Organizer. For details on each operation, refer to these help files. 2 . The file list of Sound Organizer (My Library) Displays a list of files included in My Library of Sound Organizer in accordance with the operation. Rec[...]

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    Go to Page Top Import CD: Displays the screen for importing music CDs. Burn CD/DVD: Displays the screen for burning discs. 7 . Transfer buttons : Transfers the files of Sound Organizer to an IC recorder or memory card. : Imports the files of an IC recorder or memory card to My Library of Sound Organizer. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 About compatible memory cards You can use the following memory cards with the IC recorder. microSD cards of up to 2 GB: supported microSDHC cards from 4 GB to 32 GB: supported microSDXC cards of 64 GB or more: not supported M2™ cards of up to 16 GB: supported Due to the file system speci[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 System requirements When you use the IC recorder connected to a computer or as a USB mass storage device, your computer must meet the operating system requirements and port environment described below. To use your computer with the Sound Organizer software, see “ System requirements for using Sound Org[...]

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    Go to Page Top Port: USB port Disk drive: To create a music CD, you need a CD-R/RW drive. Note The following systems are not supported: Operating systems other than the ones indicated in this topic Personally constructed computers or operating systems Upgraded operating systems Multi-boot environment Multi-monitor environment Notes on use 4-534-070[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Design and specifications Capacity (User available capacity: when the built-in memory is formatted with the IC recorder) 4 GB (approx. 3.60 GB = 3,865,470,566 Byte) A small amount of the built-in memory is used for file management and therefore not available for user storage. Maximum number of folders (f[...]

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    USB connector (Type-A) High-Speed USB compatible Card slot Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™)/microSD memory card slot Playback speed control (DPC) 2.00 times - 0.50 times Power output 300 mW Power requirements Two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries (supplied): 3.0 V DC Two NH-AAA rechargeable batteries (not supplied): 2.4 V DC Operating temperature 5 ?[...]

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    Go to Page Top 16 GB: 268 h. 32 GB: 536 h. MP3 48kbps(MONO) Built-in memory 178 h. Memory card 2 GB: 89 h. 25 m. 4 GB: 178 h. 8 GB: 357 h. 16 GB: 715 h. 32 GB: 1,431 h. MP3 8kbps(MONO) Built-in memory 1,073 h. Memory card 2 GB: 536 h. 4 GB: 1,073 h. 8 GB: 2,147 h. 16 GB: 4,294 h. 32 GB: 8,589 h. (h.: hours/m.: minutes) *1 When you are going to reco[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Battery life When using Sony LR03 (SG) (size AAA) alkaline batteries (*1) MP3 192kbps Recording: Approx. 57 h. Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 18 h. Playback using headphones: Approx. 48 h. MP3 128kbps Recording: Approx. 57 h. Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 18 h. Playback using headphones:[...]

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    Go to Page Top MP3 128kbps Recording: Approx. 42 h. Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 12 h. Playback using headphones: Approx. 34 h. MP3 48kbps(MONO) Recording: Approx. 50 h. Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 12 h. Playback using headphones: Approx. 34 h. MP3 8kbps(MONO) Recording: Approx. 65 h. Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 12 h[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Precautions On power Operate the unit only on 3.0 V or 2.4 V DC. Use two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries or two NH-AAA rechargeable 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,[...]

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    Go to Page Top On maintenance To clean the exterior, use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Then use a soft dry cloth to wipe the exterior. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner. 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 c[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Safety regulations WARNING Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like for a long time. CAUTION Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. The recorded m[...]

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    Go to Page Top negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, thi[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Trademarks Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows Media are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Mac OS is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the USA and other countries. Pentium is a registered trademark of [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Notice for users All rights reserved. This Help Guide or the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated or reduced to any machine readable form without prior written approval from Sony Corporation. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY CORPORATION BE LIABLE FOR ANY [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Customer support websites Please access the following support home page to get the support information about your IC recorder: For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com/DNA For customers in Latin America: http://www.sony-latin.com/index.crp For customers in the U.S.A.: http:/[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Troubleshooting Before taking the IC recorder for repair, check it as follows. Check the items listed in “Troubleshooting.” Re-insert the batteries. Some problems may be solved when you re-insert the batteries. Check the Sound Organizer help. For details on the operation of Sound Organ[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The recorded file is noisy and is hard to understand. Noise from the recording environment other than the human voice is recorded. If you set “Noise Cut” in the menu to “Auto,” “Maximum,” or “Medium,” the IC recorder reduces the extraneous noise, such as mechanical noise fr[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The recorded file is noisy and you want to record with less noise in your recording. If you set “Recording Filter” in the menu to “NCF(Noise Cut)” or “LCF(Low Cut)” before recording, you can record a file with less noise from the recording environment. Furthermore, you can use [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 A rustling noise is recorded. A rustling noise may be recorded if the IC recorder is rubbed by your hand or clothing while you are recording. If possible, please do not touch the IC recorder until you finish recording. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 A buzzing or humming noise is recorded. A buzzing or humming noise may be recorded if the IC recorder is placed near an AC power source, a fluorescent lamp, or a mobile phone during recording or playback. Keep the IC recorder away from such equipment when recording. Notes on use 4-534-070-[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Noise is recorded when you record a file using an external microphone (not supplied). The plug of the connected external microphone is dirty. Clean the plug. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 237[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Noise is heard when you listen to the file using headphones. The plug of the connected headphones is dirty. Clean the plug. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 238[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Noise is heard in the playback even though the noise cut function is active. When playing back files using the built-in speaker, the noise cut function does not work. When the noise cut function is set to “Auto,” the IC recorder adjusts the noise cut level automatically, however, when [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The IC recorder cannot be turned on. The IC recorder does not operate, even if you press any button. The batteries are weak. The batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity. The power of the IC recorder is off. Slide and hold the HOLD ・ POWER ON/OFF switch in the [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The IC recorder cannot be turned off. Slide and hold the HOLD ・ POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” until “Power Off” animation is displayed when the IC recorder is in the stop mode. The power is turned off. Related Topic Turning the power off Pa[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The IC recorder is powered off automatically. When the IC recorder is in the stop mode and you leave the IC recorder without attempting an operation for a certain length of time, the auto power off function will take effect. (The length of time before auto power off is set t[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The battery life is short. The battery life listed in this Help Guide is based on playback with the volume level set to 27. 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[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The IC recorder does not operate correctly. Take out the batteries and insert it again. You may have formatted the memory of the IC recorder using the computer. Use the IC recorder formatting function to format the memory. Related Topic Formatting the memory (Format) Notes o[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The operation indicator does not light. “LED” is set to “OFF.” Display the menu and set “LED” to “ON.” Related Topic Turning the operation indicator on or off (LED) Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 245[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 You cannot record a file. The remaining memory capacity is insufficient. You cannot record a file when you select a folder in the playback-only area (the tab and the tab). Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 246[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Recording is interrupted. The VOR function is activated. When you are not using the VOR function, set “VOR” to “OFF” in the menu. Related Topic Starting to record automatically in response to sound – the VOR function Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 When recording from other equipment, the input level is too strong or not strong enough. Connect the headphones jack of other equipment to the (microphone) jack of the IC recorder and adjust the volume level on the piece of equipment connected to the IC recorder. If you use an audio connec[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 You cannot add a recording or an overwrite recording. “Add/Overwrite” is set to “OFF” in the menu. Set “Add/Overwrite” to “Add” or “Overwrite.” The remaining memory capacity is insufficient. The overwritten part will be deleted after the overwriting part [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The playback volume is low. The built-in speaker is mainly for monitoring, and the playback volume is low. Use headphones. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 250[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 No sound comes from the speaker. Headphones are plugged in. Related Topic Listening with better sound quality Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 251[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Sound comes from the speaker even when headphones are plugged in. If you plug in headphones not securely during playback, the sound may come from the speaker. Unplug the headphones, and then insert them securely. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troub[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Playback speed is too fast or too slow. The DPC (SPEED CTRL) switch has been set to “ON,” and you have changed the playback speed using or . Slide the DPC (SPEED CTRL) switch to “OFF,” or change the playback speed to normal using or . Related Topic Adjusting the play[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Playback sound is not good when a music file is played back. When you play back a music file with “Noise Cut” in the menu is set to “Auto,” “Maximum,” or “Medium,” playback sound may be deteriorated. Set “Noise Cut” to “OFF.” Related Topic Reducing no[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 You cannot divide a file. You need a certain amount of free space in the memory to divide a file. 199 files have been recorded in the selected folder ( ). Erase some of the files or erase all the files after you store them on the other memory media or on your computer. Becau[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 You cannot move a file. You cannot move a (Podcast) file. You cannot move a protected file. You cannot move a file to a memory card. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 256[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 You cannot copy a file to another memory. You cannot copy a (Podcast) file to another memory. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 257[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 “--:--” is displayed. You have not set the clock. Related Topic Setting the clock Setting the clock using the menu Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 258[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The recording date of a file appears as “--y--m--d” or “--:--.” The date of recording will not be displayed if you recorded the file when the clock was not set. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 259[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The clock setting is reset. When you re-insert batteries, or when replace batteries with new ones, the clock setting display appears, and the approximate time when you last operated the IC recorder before replacing the batteries is displayed. Set the clock to the current tim[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 There are fewer menu items displayed in the menu mode. During playback or recording modes, there are menu items that are not displayed. Related Topic Menu list Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 261[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The remaining time displayed in the display window is shorter than that displayed on the computer. 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. Notes on use 4-534-070-11([...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The “Memory Full” animation is displayed and you cannot start recording. The memory is full. Erase some of the files or erase all the files after you store them on the other memory media or on your computer. Related Topic Erasing a file Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyr[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The “File Full” animation is displayed and you cannot operate the IC recorder. 199 files have been recorded in the selected folder ( ) or 4,074 files (when there are 21 folders) in total have been recorded. Therefore you cannot record another file, or move a file. Erase [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The memory card is not recognized. Remove a memory card and check the side of the memory card. Then insert it with correct side and direction. Switch the memory media of the IC recorder to “Memory Card.” Related Topic Inserting a memory card Selecting the memory Notes on[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Even after you change a menu setting, the change is not applied to the menu. If the batteries are removed just after the menu setting is changed, or the menu setting is changed using “IC Recorder Setting” of the Sound Organizer software with the exhausted batteries inserted, the menu s[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 A character in a folder or file name is displayed in unreadable characters. The IC recorder cannot support or display some special characters and symbols that are entered on a computer using Windows Explorer or the Mac Finder. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation He[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 It takes a long time to copy a file. If the file size of a file is large, it takes a considerable time to finish copying. Wait until the copying is finished. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 268[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The IC recorder is not recognized by your computer. A folder/file cannot be transferred from your computer. Disconnect the IC recorder from your computer and reconnect it. Do not use a USB hub or USB extension cable. Connect the IC recorder directly to your computer. Operati[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The file transferred from your computer is not displayed or cannot be played back. The IC recorder can recognize up to 8 levels of folders transferred to the IC recorder. The file format may differ from those that can be played back using the IC recorder (MP3(.mp3)). Check t[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The computer cannot start. If you start the computer with the IC recorder connected to the computer, the computer may freeze or may not start properly. Disconnect the IC recorder from the computer and reboot the computer again. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation H[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The Sound Organizer software cannot be installed. The free disk or memory space on the computer is too small. Check the hard disk and memory space. You are trying to install the software into the computer with the operating system that the Sound Organizer software does not s[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The IC recorder cannot be properly connected. Check that the installation of the software has been successful. Also check the connection as follows: When using an external USB hub, connect the IC recorder directly to the computer. Disconnect and then connect the IC recorder.[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Playback sound from the computer is low. / No sound is emitted from the computer. No sound board is installed. No speaker is built-in or connected to the computer. The volume of the sound is turned down. Turn up the volume on the computer. (Refer to the instruction manual of the computer.)[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Stored files cannot be played back or edited. You cannot play back files whose file format the Sound Organizer software does not support. Depending on the file format, you cannot use part of editorial features of the software. Refer to the help files of the Sound Organizer software. Notes [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The counter or slider moves incorrectly, or noise is heard. This happens when you play back files that you divided. Store a file on your computer first (*), and then add it to the IC recorder. * Select the saving file format that suits the IC recorder you use. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) [...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Operation is slow when there are many files. When the total number of files increases, the operation becomes slower, regardless of the length of the recording time. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help Guide Troubleshooting 277[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Display does not work during saving, adding, or deleting of files. It takes a longer time to copy or delete long files. Wait until the copying or deleting is finished. After completing operations, the display works normally. Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation Help[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 The software ‘hangs’ when the Sound Organizer software starts up. Do not disconnect the IC recorder while the computer is communicating with the IC recorder. Otherwise the computer operations become unstable or the data inside the IC recorder may be damaged. There may be conflict betwe[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Messages list Follow the instructions below if a message appears on the display. HOLD. Slide HOLD Switch to Activate. All the button operations are disabled because the IC recorder is in the HOLD status to prevent unintentional operations. Slide the HOLD ・ POWER ON/OFF switch towards the center to rele[...]

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    A read-only memory card is inserted. A read-only memory card cannot be used with the IC recorder. Memory Card Access Denied Since a memory card containing an access control function is inserted, you cannot use it. Memory Full The remaining memory capacity of the IC recorder is insufficient. Erase some files before recording. (See “ Erasing a file[...]

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    (See “ Protecting a file ”) Already Set You set the alarm to play back a file at a date and time previously set on another file. Change the alarm setting. Past Date/Time You set the alarm when the time has already passed. Check it and set the appropriate date and time. (See “ Playing back a file at a desired time with an alarm ”) Unknown Da[...]

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    Go to Page Top Memory.” (See “ Selecting the memory ”) AVLS (For the European models only) The volume of the playback sound exceeds the AVLS-specified level. Adjust the volume to a moderate level. Scene Select Deactivated When “Scene Select” in the menu is set to a value other than “OFF,” if you set “REC Mode,” “Mic Sensitivity,[...]

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    Back Back to Top Print Go to Page Top IC Recorder ICD-PX440 System limitations There are some system limitations of the IC recorder. Troubles as mentioned below are not malfunctions of the IC recorder. You cannot display or play back music files in order. If you have transferred music files using your computer, those files may not be transferred in[...]