Sony ICD-TX50 Operating Instructions
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IC Recorder Operating Instructions Click! You can direct jump Table of Contents Recording Files Utilizing Your Computer Troubleshooting Index ICD-TX50 GB 4-300-042-12(1) - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
using a USB AC adaptor 19 Turning the IC Recorder On 20 Turning the power on 20 Turning the power off 20 Using the standby function 20 Using the power saving mode 21 Setting the Clock 22 Setting the clock after recharging the battery 22 Setting the clock using the menu 23 Setting the - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
Memory 88 Using the Supplied Sound Organizer Software 89 What you can do using Sound Organizer 89 System requirements for your computer 91 Installing Sound Organizer 92 The Sound Organizer window 94 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 104 On the IC recorder operations 105 On the Sound Organizer - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
Table of Contents Index Browsing the Operation Guide To use the buttons in the Operation Guide Click the buttons located in the upper right of the pages of this manual to jump to "Table of Contents," or "Index." Jumps to the table of contents Find what you are looking for from a list of topics - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
Sony is not responsible for incomplete recording/ downloading or damaged data due to problems of the IC recorder or IC recorder. - The IC recorder is not functioning normally. - Content information is written in the language or the character that is not supported by the IC recorder. For users - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
be governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement. This software is for Windows and cannot be used for Macintosh. The supplied connection cable is for the IC recorder ICD‑TX50. You cannot connect other IC recorders. Display windows in this manual may differ from what are actually - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
a reference point for operations, or to identify each terminal. Recording indicator Display window STOP button REC (record)/PAUSE button Speaker Built-in microphone (stereo) (L) Built-in microphone (stereo) (R) Operation indicator VOL (volume) -/+* button (fast forward/up - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
so that the noise damper clicks in place. Clip POWER•HOLD switch microSD card slot (headphone) jack RESET button You can reset the IC recorder by pressing the button with a small pin, etc. ( p. 104). To remove the noise damper Lift the upper part of the noise damper (in the reverse - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
mode: The elapsed playback time of the current file In the recording mode: The cumulative recording recording. Microphone sensitivity: : High : Medium : Low Scene select setting: : Shirt Pocket : Meeting : Voice and seconds. (The indicator flashes during recording.) Track mark indicator Displays - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
" is selected, no indication is displayed. Battery indicator Displays the remaining battery power. As the battery power is depleted, the bars of the icon other pieces of information such as bit rate, "VBR," or "MONO" are displayed. When the IC recorder cannot get the file format information of - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
Display when recording Operation mode indicator Displays the following, depending on the current operation of the IC recorder. : playback : recording : recording pause (flashing) : recording with the VOR function, or recording pause with the VOR function (flashing) : fast backward (review), fast - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
Recorder Display during playback Display in the HOLD status Table of Contents Index Play mode back repeatedly. : DPC (Digital Pitch Control) playback ( Voice 1 : Clear Voice 2 : Music: Pop : Music: Rock : Music: Jazz : Music: Bass 1 : Music: Bass 2 HOLD indicator Appears when the IC recorder - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
name is displayed. Category indication Folders containing files are categorized into recordable or playback-only area for managing files. Recording Files: Recordable area. Used to manage files recorded with the IC recorder. Music: Playback-only area. Used to manage music files transferred from - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
the following five items, each representing a major feature of the IC recorder. Scene Select Select File Erase Files Edit Settings Hint By you entered the menu mode: and one of the following items appears, depending on the operation you performed before you entered the menu mode: To Stop Screen/ - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
Preventing Unintentional Operations (HOLD) You can disable all the buttons (HOLD) in order to prevent unintentional operations when you carry the IC recorder, etc. To disable the button operations (HOLD status) Slide the POWER•HOLD switch in the direction of "HOLD" to disable the buttons while - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
Maintaining the Moderate Volume Level (For European models only) The IC recorder limits the maximum volume to allows you to listen to the sound at a moderate volume level when using the headphones. When you try to adjust - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
Table of Contents Index 18 Preparing the Recorder Recharging the Battery Recharging the battery using a computer Connect the IC recorder to your computer. Use the USB connecting cable supplied with the IC recorder to connect the (USB) connector of the IC recorder and the USB port of a running - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
remaining power and the condition of the battery. *2 For details on disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your computer. Recharging the battery using a USB AC adaptor You can also charge the battery by using a USB AC adaptor (not supplied - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
Using the standby function Slide the POWER•HOLD switch in the direction of "HOLD" in the stop mode. The IC recorder enters the standby mode, minimizing the battery consumption of the IC recorder. You can resume operations immediately after you release the HOLD status by sliding the POWER•HOLD switch - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
21 Preparing the Recorder Using the power saving mode To save battery power, the power saving mode is set to "ON" by default. In the power saving mode, if no operation is attempted for approximately 5 seconds in the stop mode and for approximately 10 seconds in the recording and playback modes, the - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
the Clock You need to set the clock to use the alarm function or record the date and time. Setting the clock after recharging the battery /ENT BACK/HOME When the clock is not set after you purchased the IC recorder and use it for the first time, the "Set Date&Time" message appears - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
"Auto(Synchronizing)" or "Manual," and then press /ENT. When you select "Auto(Synchronizing)," the clock is automatically adjusted using the clock in the computer connected to the IC recorder and on which the supplied Sound Organizer software is started. When you select "Manual," proceed to the - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
is canceled and the window will return to the display of the stop mode. The time is displayed either in 12‑Hour mode with "AM" or "PM," or in 24‑Hour mode, depending on the "Time Display" setting in the menu. The default setting differs, depending on the region where you purchased the IC recorder. - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
Table of Contents Index 25 Preparing the Recorder Setting the Language to Be Used in the Display Window /ENT BACK/HOME STOP You can select the language to be used for messages, menus, folder names, file names, etc. In the stop mode, press and hold BACK/ HOME to display the Home menu, then - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
/HOME You can display the Home menu by pressing and holding BACK/HOME. The Home menu is the starting point of each feature of the IC recorder, such as editing or making various settings. Home menu The Home menu consists of the following five items. Press or to select a Home menu item - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
27 Preparing the Recorder How to use the Home menu Table of Contents Index /ENT BACK/HOME STOP and holding BACK/HOME. Home menu /ENT Sub menu /ENT Menu setting Stop/Playback/Record window BACK: Press BACK/HOME. HOME: Press and hold BACK/HOME. To exit the Home menu, press STOP - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
a folder and a file for recording, playing, or editing as follows: Display the " Select File" menu. In the stop or playback mode, press and hold BACK/HOME Recording Files," " Music," or " Podcast," and then press /ENT. Note When you purchase the IC recorder, you can select the " Recording Files - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
Table of Contents Index 29 Preparing the Recorder Select a file. Press or to select the desired file, and then press /ENT. The playback mode window of the selected file is displayed. Press STOP to stop playback. You can switch files by pressing or . - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
30 Preparing the Recorder Selecting a file in the stop or playback mode window Table of Contents Index /ENT BACK/HOME In the stop or playback mode, press BACK/HOME. The file list of the current folder is displayed. By pressing BACK/HOME repeatedly, you can display the folder list, category - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
31 Preparing the Recorder Displaying the file information STOP You can display the file information of the current file by pressing STOP in the stop mode. By pressing STOP repeatedly, you can display the rest of the file information, and then return to the stop mode window. STOP STOP - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
record files on a microSD card. In this manual, microSD cards and microSDHC cards are generally referred to as a "microSD card." In the stop mode microSD 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 - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
About compatible microSD cards You can use microSD/microSDHC cards with the IC recorder. Due to the file system specifications of the IC recorder, you can record and play back an LPCM file smaller than 2 GB, and an MP3/WMA/AAC‑LC file smaller than 1 GB using a microSD card. Note Operations of - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
the Recorder Selecting the memory microSD card slot STOP /ENT BACK/HOME You can switch the memory between the built-in memory and a microSD card by using the menu: To switch the memory to the microSD card, insert a microSD card into the microSD card slot ( p. 32). In the stop mode, press - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
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 Before you start recording, we recommend you make a trial recording first, or monitor the recording ( p. 36). Slide - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
setting such as "Shirt Pocket" or "Interview" that suits the recording situation ( p. 39). Monitoring the recording VOL−/+ If you connect the supplied stereo headphones to the (headphone) jack, you can monitor the recording. You can adjust the monitoring volume by pressing VOL -/+, but the - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
STOP. The "Please Wait" animation appears on the display and the operation indicator flashes in orange. The IC recorder stops at the beginning of the current recording file. Note while accessing The IC recorder is recording data and storing it on the memory media when the "Please Wait" animation - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
the desired destination folder, and then press /ENT. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Hint If the specified destination folder is filled with the maximum number of files when you start recording, the destination folder is automatically switched to another available folder and the file will - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Scenes Shirt Pocket Meeting Voice Notes Interview My Scene Descriptions To record with the IC recorder in a shirt pocket. To record in a variety of situations, such as recording in a spacious conference room. To record dictation with a microphone in front of - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
noise by attaching the supplied noise damper to the IC recorder. By placing the IC recorder on a handkerchief, etc., you can also record with clear, low-noise sound, minimizing vibration noise from the desk. Recording a voice note By placing the IC recorder close to one side of your mouth, you can - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
Files Changing the Scene Select settings In the stop or playback mode, press and hold BACK/HOME to display the Home menu, then select " Settings" "Recording Settings" "Scene Edit," and then press /ENT. to select "Edit Complete," and then press /ENT. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
values In the stop or playback mode, press and hold BACK/HOME to display the Home menu, then select " Settings" "Recording Settings" "Scene Edit," and Shirt Pocket REC Mode MP3 192kbps Mic Sensitivity Medium LCF(Low Cut) ON VOR OFF Meeting MP3 192kbps High ON OFF Voice Notes MP3 128kbps - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
Press STOP to exit the menu mode. Press REC/PAUSE. " " appears in the display window. When the IC recorder detects sound that falls below a specified level, the " " and the counter indication flash, and the VOR recording pauses. When the IC recorder detects sound that exceeds a specified level - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
ENT STOP Slide the POWER•HOLD switch in the direction of "POWER" to turn on the IC recorder ( p. 20), or towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status ( p. 16). The stop mode window appears. Select the desired file to be played back ( p. 28). If you do not select - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
pressed to go back the files continuously.*3) Press once.*1*2 Press repeatedly. (During the stop mode, keep the button pressed to skip the files continuously.*3) *1 When a track mark is set, the IC recorder goes backward or forward to the track mark before or after the current point ( p. 60 - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
or to select "Effect," and then press /ENT. Press or to select effect you want for the playback, and then press /ENT. In the stop mode, the selected file is played back automatically to reproduce the selected effect for your confirmation. Press STOP to exit the menu - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
easy-to-listen-to. Makes sound quality clearer, with stronger noise reduction and automatic volume adjustment functions than those of "Clear Voice 1." Stresses middle ranges, ideal for vocals. Emphasizes high and low ranges for a powerful sound. Emphasizes high ranges for a lively sound. Emphasizes - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
00 times normal. The file is played back in natural tones by means of a digital processing function. Press and hold BACK/HOME to display the Home menu, then you can change the speed continuously. In the stop mode, the selected file is played back automatically at the specified playback speed for your - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
an LPCM file at a speed exceeding 1.00 times the recorded speed. If you attempt to adjust the playback speed faster than that limit, "NO FAST" appears in the display window. Selecting the play mode /ENT BACK/HOME STOP You can select the play mode in the menu. Press and hold BACK/HOME to - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
sound quality To listen with the headphones: Connect the supplied stereo headphones to the (headphone) jack. The built-in speaker will To search backward (Review): Press and hold during playback and release it at the point you wish to resume playback. The IC recorder searches at slow speed - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
specified forward skip time by pressing once during playback. This function is useful for locating a specific point in a long recording such as one made at a meeting. Press and hold BACK/HOME to display the Home 5sec, 10sec, 30sec, 1min, 5min, or 10min Press STOP to exit the menu mode. - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
every day. You can set an alarm for a file. Select the file you want to play back with an alarm. Enter the alarm setting mode. In the stop mode, press and hold BACK/ HOME to display the Home menu, then select " Settings" "Playback Settings," "Alarm," and then press /ENT. Press or to - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 53
IC recorder will stop at the beginning of the selected file.) To stop the alarm playback Press any button other than VOL -/+ while the alarm sound is heard. If the HOLD function is activated, you can stop the alarm playback by pressing any button. To confirm the alarm setting In the stop mode - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
the POWER•HOLD switch in the direction of "POWER" to turn on the IC recorder ( p. 20), or towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status ( p. 16). The stop mode window appears. In the stop or playback mode, select the file you want to erase ( p. 28). Press and hold BACK - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
Table of Contents Index 55 Erasing Files To cancel erasing Select "ΝΟ" in step , and then press /ENT. To erase a part of a file Divide the file into two files first ( p. 63), and then proceed with steps through . - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 56
," and then press /ENT. The "Please Wait" animation appears and all files in the selected folder will be erased. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. To cancel erasing Select "NO" in step , and then press /ENT. Tip If a folder contains a file with protection setting, you cannot erase the file - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 57
then press /ENT. Note When you select the " Music" category as the destination, you can move a file to a folder containing the type of files the IC recorder can play. Continued - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 58
destination folder. When you move a file to another folder, the original file in the previous folder will be erased. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. To cancel moving the file Press STOP before step . Copying a file to the other memory microSD card slot STOP /ENT BACK/HOME You can - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 59
destination, you can copy a file to a folder containing the type of files the IC recorder can play. Press or to select the folder that you want to copied with the identical file name. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. To cancel the copy operation Press STOP before step . To cancel the - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 60
, playing back, or recording pausing, press T-MARK at the position you want to add a track mark. The (Track mark) indicator and a track number flash three times, and a track mark is added. Locating a track mark and starting playback at the track mark Press or in the stop mode. When the (Track - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 61
will be erased. Stop position Erase track mark The track mark just before the stop position will be erased. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. To cancel erasing Select "NO" in step , and then press /ENT. - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 62
then press /ENT. The "Please Wait" animation appears and all the track marks will be erased at one time. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. To cancel erasing Select "NO" in step , and then press /ENT. - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 63
/ENT BACK/HOME STOP 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 find the point from which you want to play back when you make a long recording such as one made at a meeting. You can divide a file until the total - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 64
a file at all the track mark positions Table of Contents Index /ENT BACK/HOME STOP Select the file you want to divide. In the stop mode, press and hold BACK/ HOME to display the Home menu, then select " Edit" "Edit Files" "Divide All Track Marks," and then press /ENT. "Divide All - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 65
the IC recorder. You can choose a new folder name from the templates. Select the folder which you want to rename from the folder list in the " Recording Files" category. In the stop mode, press You can use the supplied Sound Organizer software to edit the templates or rename a folder directly. - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 66
file which you want to rename from the folder list in the " Recording Files" category. In the stop mode, press and hold BACK/ HOME to display the Home menu, then select to exit the menu mode. Hint You can use the supplied Sound Organizer software to edit the templates or rename a file directly. - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 67
as a read-only file you cannot erase or edit. Display the file which you want to protect from a folder in the " Recording Files" or " Music" category. In the stop mode, press and hold BACK/ HOME to display the Home menu, then select " Edit" "Edit Files" "Protect," and then press /ENT - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 68
( : the setting can be made/ -: the setting cannot be made) Stop Playback Recording mode mode mode - - Erase a File - Erase All Files - - Protect - - Divide at Current Position - - Divide All Track Marks - - Move File - - File Copy - - Erase - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 69
Settings Common Settings LED Power Saving Mode Language Date&Time Time Display Beep Format System Information Operation mode ( : the setting can be made/ -: the setting cannot be made) Stop Playback Recording mode mode mode - - - - - - - - - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 70
Initial setting) page Scene Select Allows you to choose a recording scene according to each recording situation as follows: 39 (Shirt Pocket)*, (Meeting), (Voice Notes), (Interview), (My Scene). You can change the items for recording to the recommended settings in bulk. Select File Displays - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 71
Table of Contents Index 71 About the Menu Function Sub menus Edit Files Change Names Menu items File Copy Erase Track Mark Erase All Track Marks Change Folder Name Change File Name Settings See (* : Initial setting) page Copies the selected file from the built- 58 in memory to the desired - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 72
the microSD card. Sets the recording mode. - LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit: LPCM (not compressed) in stereo high-quality recording mode MP3 192kbps*: MP3 (compressed) in stereo standard-quality recording mode MP3 128kbps: MP3 (compressed) in long play stereo recording mode MP3 48kbps(MONO): MP3 - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 73
. Sets the VOR (Voice Operated 43 Recording) function. ON: Recording starts when the IC recorder detects sound that exceeds 00 times normal. The file is played back in natural tones by means of a digital processing function. ON(x n.nn): A file is played back at the specified speed - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 74
setting) page Sets the effect suitable for playback 46 sound. OFF*: The effect function does not work. Clear Voice 1: Reduces noise, excluding that of the human voice, and adjusts low and loud voices to the optimum volume automatically, making sound clear and easy-to- listen-to. Clear - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 75
Play Mode Alarm Settings See (* : Initial setting) page Sets the easy search function. 51 ON: You can go forward or backwards for the specified skip time by pressing or during playback. This function is useful when attempting to locate a specific point in a long recording. OFF - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 76
playback operation. Power Saving Mode Note When the IC recorder is connected to a computer, the recording indicator and operation indicator light or flash even if "LED" is set to "OFF." Sets the power saving mode to limit 21 battery consumption. ON*: The power saving mode is effective. If no - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 77
. Auto(Synchronizing)*: 23 When the IC recorder is connected to a computer that is running the Sound Organizer, the clock will be automatically adjusted according to that computer. Manual: Sets the clock by setting year, month, day, hour, and minute in sequence. Sets the clock display - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 78
memory, the operating instructions stored in the built-in memory will also be erased. To get another copy of the operating instructions, please visit the Sony support home page depending on your area ( p. 104). Displays the IC recorder model name - and the version number of the software. Table of - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 79
data or text data stored on the computer in the IC recorder. Managing and editing files using the Sound Organizer software ( p. 89) The supplied Sound Organizer software allows you to transfer the files that you have recorded using the IC recorder to your computer to manage and edit them. You can - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 80
of your computer USB connecting cable To (USB) connector To exchange files between the IC recorder and your computer, connect the IC recorder to your computer. Connect the (USB) connector of the IC recorder with the USB port of your running computer with the supplied USB connecting cable - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 81
PODCASTS LPCM *3 AAC-LC NEWS*2 MP3 *3 AAC-LC Conversation*2 LPCM MP3 MP3 WMA *4 Instructions*5 microSD card "MEMORY CARD" PRIVATE SONY VOICE FOLDER01 Folder for files recorded using the IC recorder FOLDER05 MUSIC POP Folder transferred from your computer J-POP LPCM PODCASTS AAC-LC - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 82
files, can be displayed on the IC recorder. It is useful if you input the ID3 tag information using the software you use to make the music IC recorder. Folders displayed in the " Recording Files" category of the IC recorder Folders for files recorded using the IC recorder (folders under the VOICE - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 83
Computer Folders displayed on the " Music" category of the IC recorder The following folders will be displayed among the folders forwarded from this folder.) Folders displayed on the " Podcast" category of the IC recorder Folders for podcast files transferred from a computer will be displayed. When - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 84
, click the "IC RECORDER" or "MEMORY CARD" ejection icon on the Finder side bar. Disconnect the USB connecting cable from the IC recorder and the USB port of the computer. *1 For details on disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 85
Table of Contents Index 85 Utilizing Your Computer 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. Connect the IC recorder to your computer ( p. 80). Copy files or folders you want to transfer to your - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 86
. * For the file formats that can be played back using the IC recorder, see "Design and specifications" ( p. 101). Copying a music file from your computer to the IC recorder (drag and drop) Connect the IC recorder to your computer ( p. 80). Copy the folder in which the music files are stored - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 87
Index 87 Utilizing Your Computer Playing back music files copied from your computer using the IC recorder Select a folder. Display the category list with either of the following: In the stop or playback mode, press and hold BACK/HOME to display the Home menu, then select " Select File," and - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 88
connected to your computer, image data or text data on the computer, as well as files recorded using the IC recorder can be stored on the IC recorder. Your computer must meet the specified system requirements to use the IC recorder as USB memory. For details on the system requirements, see page 99. - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 89
Table of Contents Index 89 Utilizing Your Computer Using the Supplied Sound Organizer Software What you can do using Sound Organizer Sound Organizer allows you to exchange files with an IC recorder or memory card. The songs imported from music CDs and other media, MP3 and other audio files imported - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 90
IC recorder. Burning a music CD You can select your favorite songs from the songs imported into Sound Organizer and then burn your own original music CD. Other convenient uses You can start the mail software and send a recording file attached to mail. You can use the voice recognition software - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 91
Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 3 or higher Pre-installed. * Excluding China Notes One of the above operating systems should be by default pre-installed. Upgraded operating systems or multi-boot environment are not supported. 64 bit versions of Windows XP are not supported. IBM PC/AT or - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 92
for models for which operation has been specifically guaranteed. Disk drive A CD‑ by a user with limited privileges in Windows XP. To use the software update function data inconsistencies. Make sure that the IC recorder is not connected, then turn on your instructions on the screen. Continued - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 93
the license agreement], then click [Next]. 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]. When the [Ready to Install the Program] window appears, click - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 94
of podcasts. The file list of the IC recorder Displays the files saved to the connected IC recorder or memory card. Edit Mode button Displays the edit area so that you can edit a file. Quick Operation Guide button Displays the Quick Operation Guide to receive guidance on the basic features of - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 95
the USB connecting cable to the (USB) connector of the IC recorder. While the battery is charging, the battery indicator is displayed in an animation. Now you can use the IC recorder while charging the battery. Battery indicator Note While playing back files using the built-in speaker, you - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 96
may be damaged or become unplayable. If you are recording or playing back a file, press STOP to put the IC recorder into the stop mode. Make sure that the operation indicator of the IC recorder does not light. Disconnect the IC recorder from the USB AC adaptor, and then disconnect the USB - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 97
lithium‑ion battery. On recording. 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. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 98
might accidentally swallow it. Do not insert or remove a microSD card during recording/playback/ formatting. Doing so may cause a malfunction of the IC recorder. Do not remove a microSD card while the operation indicator is flashing in orange. Doing so may damage the data. We do not guarantee - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 99
Specifications System requirements To use your computer with the Sound Organizer software To use your computer with the Sound Organizer software, see "System requirements for your computer" ( p. 91). To use your computer without the Sound Organizer software To use your computer with the IC recorder - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 100
Hardware environment: Sound board: Sound boards compatible with any of the supported operating systems Port: USB port Disk drive A CD‑ROM drive CD, you need a CD-R/RW drive. Notes The following systems are not supported: Operating systems other than the ones indicated on page 99 Personally - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 101
using the IC recorder is also supported. Not all encoders are supported. WMA*2 Bit rate: 32 kbps - 192 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) Sampling frequencies: 44.1 kHz File extension: .wma *2 WMA Ver. 9 is compatible, however, MBR (Multi Bit Rate), Lossless, Professional, and Voice are not - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 102
Input/Output Headphone jack (minijack, stereo) Recommended load impedance: 16 ohms output 150 mW Power requirements Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery 3.7 V DC Operating temperature 5°C - 35°C (41 See supplied Quick Start Guide Design and specifications are subject to change without - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 103
For details on the battery life, see the "Battery life" table. *6 The maximum recording time in the above table is for your reference only, and may differ depending on the card specifications. *7 Default settings The maximum playback time of music files/number of files*8 Bit rate 48 kbps 128 kbps - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 104
://www.sony-asia.com/support Note that recorded files may be deleted during service or repair work. About resetting the IC recorder When a problem persists after you check any corrective actions listed in the following troubleshooting tables, you may solve the problem by resetting the IC recorder - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 105
Table of Contents Index 105 Troubleshooting On the IC recorder operations Noise Noise is heard. An object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubbed or scratched the IC recorder during recording so that noise was recorded. The IC recorder was placed near an AC power source, a fluorescent - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 106
your nearest Sony dealer. Charging You cannot charge the battery by connecting the IC recorder to your computer. When you connect the IC recorder to a computer which is not running, the battery will not be charged. Even if the computer is on, and the computer is in a mode of reduced operation - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 107
Table of Contents Index 107 Troubleshooting Operating The IC recorder does not operate correctly. You may have formatted the memory of the IC recorder using the computer. Use the IC recorder formatting function to format the memory ( p. 78). The recording indicator and the operation indicator - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 108
Table of Contents Index 108 Troubleshooting Playback speed is too fast or too slow. "DPC(Speed Control)" in the menu is set to "ON," and the IC recorder plays a file at the specified speed. Set "DPC(Speed Control)" to "OFF" to play back a file at the normal speed. Or adjust the playback speed - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 109
the menu setting is changed using "IC Recorder Setting" of the Sound Organizer software with the exhausted battery, the menu setting may not function. A character in a folder or file name is displayed in unreadable characters. The IC recorder cannot support or display some special characters and - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 110
Table of Contents Index 110 Troubleshooting 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. Use the supplied USB connecting - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 111
the instruction manual of the computer.) The volume of WAV files can be changed and saved using the "Increase Volume" feature of the Microsoft Sound Recorder. Stored files cannot be played back or edited. You cannot play back files whose file format the Sound Organizer software does not support - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 112
Table of Contents Index 112 Troubleshooting Messages List Follow the instructions below if a message appears in the display. Message Cause/Remedy HOLD... Slide HOLD Switch to Activate. All the button operations are disabled because the IC recorder is in the HOLD status to prevent - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 113
copy of your data and format the IC recorder using the menu ( p. 78). If a problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. A microSD card was inserted during recording or playback. Remove the microSD card and insert it while the IC recorder is in the stop mode. Set the clock; otherwise, you - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 114
containing a file will be displayed. When there are already 199 files in the selected folder or the total number of files stored on the IC recorder exceeds the maximum, you cannot divide a file. Erase some files before dividing a file. A file of the same file name already exists in the folder - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 115
115 Troubleshooting Table of Contents Index Message Cause/Remedy Operation Invalid While than the above has occurred. Press the RESET button to restart the IC recorder. If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Save Destination Changed The maximum number of files already exist - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 116
116 Troubleshooting Table of Contents Index System Limitations There are some system limitations of the IC recorder. Troubles as mentioned below are not malfunctions of the IC recorder. Symptom Cause/Remedy You cannot display or play If you have transferred music files using your computer, - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 117
Table of Contents Index 117 Troubleshooting Trademarks Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows Media are registered "™" and "®" are not mentioned in each case in this manual. The "Sound Organizer" uses software modules as shown below: Windows Media Format Runtime This product contains - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 118
Table of Contents Index 118 For the customers in Canada Listening for a Lifetime Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it's time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 119
Table of Contents Index 119 For the customers in Canada DECIBEL LEVEL EXAMPLES: 30 Whisper 40 Quiet room 50 Moderate rainfall 60 Normal conversation 70 Busy traffic, vacuum cleaner 80 Alarm clock CONSTANT EXPOSURE TO THESE NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS: 90 Lawn mower, motorcycle 100 Chain saw 110 Rock - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 120
Battery life 103 Built-in memory 34, 81 Built-in microphones 35 C Category 14, 28 Changing a file name .........66, 68, 71 Changing a folder name ....65, 68, 71 Changing the Scene Select settings 41, 68, 72 Connecting the IC recorder position 63, 68, 70 DPC (Digital Pitch Control 48, 68, 73 E - Sony ICD-TX50 | Operating Instructions - Page 121
25, 69, 77 Sound Organizer 89 Specifications 99 Standby mode 20 System limitations 116 System requirements 91, 99 T Track mark 60 Troubleshooting 104 U USB AC adaptor 95 USB Memory 88 Using the IC recorder with your computer 79 V VOR (Voice Operated Recording 43, 68, 73 W WMA files 101
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