Sony ICD-UX81SIL Operating Instructions
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with the instructions, may cause manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/ Declaration of Conformity Trade Name : SONY Model : ICD - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 3
Table of Contents Checking the Contents of the Package 6 Index to Parts and Controls 7 Getting Started Step 1: Preparing a Power Source.........12 Inserting the battery 12 When replacing the battery 13 Step 2: Setting the Clock 15 Continued directly from "Step 1: Preparing a Power Source 16 - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 4
Editing Messages Erasing Messages 49 Erasing messages one by one............49 Erasing all messages in a folder.........50 Moving a Message to a Different Folder 51 Dividing a Message into Two 53 Preventing Accidental Operation - the HOLD function 55 Utilizing the Menu Function Making Settings - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 5
Automatically 86 Switching the scanning sensitivity 87 Presetting FM Radio Stations Manually 88 Listening to a Preset Radio Station......89 Erasing Preset FM Radio Stations..........91 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 93 Error messages 98 System limitations 100 Additional Information Using - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 6
you use the IC recorder. LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery (1) Stereo headphones (1) USB connection support cable (1) Operating Instructions You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. GB - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 7
Index to Parts and Controls Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses for details. Front Operation indicator (15, 19, 20, 28, 36, 67, 70, 101) Built-in microphones (stereo) (19) Display window (9) Control button*1 (, /VOL (volume) +, - ) /ENT (enter) button DIVIDE button (27, 28, 53) - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 8
*1 How to use the control button Press VOL - or + on the button to adjust the volume. In the menu setting window or folder selection window, press or on the button to change the menu settings or to select the folder you want, and then press the center button (ENT) to confirm the setting. In the - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 9
Display window Operation mode indicator Displays the following, depending on the current operation mode : stop : playback : recording : recording standby/recording pause : recording with the VOR function : recording pause with the VOR function (flashing) If you press (record/pause) to pause - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 10
Folder name/ Message title name/ Artist name/ File name indication Press or of the control button to display a folder name, message title, artist name, and file name in sequence. Elasped time/Remaining time/ Recording date and time indication Repeat playback : Appears when one message is - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 11
. If there is less than 10 minutes time remaining, the time is displayed in minutes and seconds. Display when listening to the FM radio (for ICD-UX71F/UX81F only) FM indicator Radio frequency Preset number Receiver sensitivity 11GB - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 12
Getting Started Step 1: Preparing a Power Source Remove the film on the display window before you use the IC recorder. 2 Insert one LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery with correct polarity, and close the lid. Inserting the battery 1 Slide and lift the battery compartment lid. 12GB Tips When - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 13
indication : Replace the old battery with a new one. : "LOW BATTERY" appears and the IC recorder will stop operation. Battery life*1 When using Sony LR03 (SG) (size AAA) alkaline battery Recording ST*3 mode STSP*4 Recording Approx. 13 hr. Approx. 13 hr. Playback*2 through speaker Approx. 16 - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 14
When using Sony NH-AAA rechargeable battery Recording ST*3 mode STSP*4 Recording Approx. 14 hr. Approx. 14 hr. 30 min. 30 min. Playback*2 through speaker Approx. 18 hr. - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 15
Getting Started Note while accessing The IC recorder is accessing data when an updating animation appears in the display window or the operation indicator flashes in orange or is lit in red. While the IC recorder is accessing data, do not remove the battery or connect or disconnect the USB AC - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 16
Continued directly from "Step 1: Preparing a Power Source" 1 Press or on the control button to set the year, month, day, hour, and minute in sequence, and then press ENT. Setting the clock using the menu While the IC recorder is in the stop mode, you can set the clock using the menu. 1 Select " - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 17
Getting Started 2 Press the or on the control button to select "08y1m1d," and then press ENT. 3 Press or on the control button to set the year, month, day, hour, and minute in sequence, and then press ENT. 4 Press (stop) to return to the display of the stop mode. Tips Press /MENU to - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 18
Turning the IC Recorder On or Off Turning the power off Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow in the stop mode. "HOLD" lights up and the key mark flashes and then "POWER OFF" is displayed. The IC recorder turns off within a few seconds. When you are not using the IC recorder, you can - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 19
Recording/Playback Messages Recording/Playing Back Messages Recording Messages Built-in microphones (headphone) jack Operation indicator , /MENU HOLD ENT 1 Select a folder. Press /MENU to display the folder selection window. Press or on the control button to select - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 20
3 Press (stop) to stop recording. The IC recorder stops at the beginning of the current recording. Tips Messages recorded using this IC recorder will be recorded as MP3 files. Before you start recording, we recommend you make a trial recording first. When you purchase the IC recorder, - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 21
Recording/Playback Messages To Do this pause recording* Press (record/pause). During recording pause, the operation indicator flashes in red and " " flashes in the display window. release pause and resume recording Press (record/pause) again. Recording resumes from that point. (To stop - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 22
Selecting the recording mode , 1 Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or on the control button to select "REC MODE" and then press ENT. ENT /MENU You can select the recording mode in the menu when the IC recorder is stopped. The - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 23
while recording. Maximum recording time The maximum recording time of all the folders is as follows. ICD-UX71/UX71F ST mode STSP mode STLP mode 11 hr. 55 min. 17 hr. 55 hr. 50 min. SP mode LP mode 71 hr. 45 min. 287 hr. 15 min. ICD-UX81/UX81F ST mode STSP mode STLP mode 23 hr. 55 min. 35 hr. 55 min. - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 24
Setting the microphone sensitivity , 1 Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or on the control button to select "MIC SENSITIVITY," and then press ENT. ENT /MENU You can set the microphone sensitivity in the menu when the IC recorder is - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 25
Recording/Playback Messages Cutting out low frequency - the LCF function , ENT /MENU 1 Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or on the control button to select "LCF (LOW CUT)," and then press ENT. 3 Press or on the control button to - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 26
Starting to record automatically in response to sound - the VOR function ENT , /MENU 1 Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or on the control button to select "VOR," and then press ENT. 3 Press or on the control button to - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 27
Recording/Playback Messages The recording starts when the IC recorder detects sound. The recording pauses when no sound is detected and " "and " " flash. When the IC recorder detects sound again, the recording starts again. To cancel the VOR function Set "VOR" to "OFF" in step 3. Notes The VOR - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 28
Press DIVIDE during recording. "DIVIDING ..." appears on the display and the new message number is added at the point you pressed the button. The message will be recorded as two messages, however recording continues without stopping. Message 1 Message 2 Message 3 Message is divided. Message 2 - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 29
Recording with an external microphone Stereo microphone To the (microphone) jack 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. 2 Press or on the control button to select "MIC IN," and then - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 30
it in the menu (page 65). Recommended microphones You can use the Sony ECM-CS10, ECM-CZ10, ECM-DS70P, ECM-DS30P electret condenser microphone (not phone. For details on how to make the connection, see the operating instructions supplied with the ECM-TL1 microphone. Notes After you have made - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 31
Recording/Playback Messages Recording from other equipment Tape recorder, etc. To the (microphone) jack , ENT /MENU 2 seconds and the IC recorder starts recording again as a new message when sound is detected. Tip Before you start recording, we recommend you make a trial recording - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 32
3 Press or on the control button to select "SYNC REC," and then press ENT. 4 Press or on the control button to select "ON," and then press ENT. 6 Connect other equipment to the IC recorder when the IC recorder is in the stop mode. Connect the audio output connector (stereo mini-plug) of - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 33
Recording/Playback Messages 9 Start playback on the component connected to the IC recorder. " " appears on the display and synchronized recording starts. The synchronized recording pauses when no sound is detected for more than 2 seconds, and " " flashes. The IC recorder starts recording - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 34
4 Press or on the control button to select "OFF," and then press ENT. 5 Press (stop) to exit the menu mode. 6 Connect other equipment to the IC recorder when the IC recorder is in the stop mode. Connect the audio output connector (stereo mini-plug) of other equipment to the (microphone) jack - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 35
Recording/Playback Messages * Optional audio connecting cables (not supplied) To the IC recorder To the other equipment RK-G139 Stereo mini-plug (without resistor) Mini-plug (monaural) (without resistor) RK-G136 Stereo mini-plug (without resistor) Stereo mini-plug (without resistor) - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 36
Playing Back Messages (headphone) jack VOL +, - , /MENU Operation indicator A-B� HOLD 1 Select a folder. Press /MENU. Press or on the control button to select the folder, and then press ENT. 2 Press or to select the message you want to play. 3 Press to start playback. The - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 37
Recording/Playback Messages Tip During playback you can lock all the functions of all the buttons so that you can prevent inadvertent operations by sliding the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow. Display when playing back the messages Press or on the control button to check the file - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 38
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 IC - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 39
Recording/Playback Messages To Do this stop at the Press (stop) or . current position To resume playback from (Playback Pause that point, press function) again. go back to the beginning of the current message Press once.* go back to previous messages Press repeatedly. (During - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 40
Selecting the playback mode , ENT /MENU You can select the playback mode in the menu. 1 Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or on the control button to select "PLAY MODE," and then press ENT. 3 Press or on the control button to - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 41
Recording/Playback Messages 1 ALL 1 ALL A message is played back. Messages in one folder are played back continuously. All the messages are played back continuously. One message is played back repeatedly. Messages in one folder are played back repeatedly. All the messages are played back - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 42
Adjusting the playback speed - the DPC function , ENT /MENU DPC (SPEED CTRL) 1 Slide the DPC (SPEED CTRL) switch to "ON." 2 Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 3 Press or on the control button to select "DPC," and then press ENT. When you - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 43
Recording/Playback Messages Selecting the sound effect , ENT /MENU 1 Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or on the control button to select "EFFECT," and then press ENT. You can set the effect you want for the playback in the menu. - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 44
NOISE CUT POP ROCK JAZZ BASS 1 BASS 2 OFF Reduces distortion to make the human voice clearer. Stresses middle ranges, ideal for vocals. Emphasizes high and low ranges for a powerful sound. Emphasizes high ranges for lively sound. Emphasizes the bass sound. Emphasizes the bass sound even more. The - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 45
Recording/Playback Messages 1 Connect the (headphone) jack of the IC recorder to the audio input connector (stereo minijack) of other equipment using an audio connecting cable*. 2 Press to start playback and at the same time set the connected equipment to the recording mode. A message from the - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 46
Playing Back a Message at a Desired Time with an Alarm , ENT /MENU 1 Select the message you want to play back with an alarm. 2 Enter the alarm setting mode. Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. Press or on the control button to - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 47
Recording/Playback Messages 3 Set the alarm date and time. Press or on the control button to select "DATE," a day of the week, or "DAILY," and then press ENT. When you select "DATE": Set the year, month, day, hour, and minute in sequence, as described in "Step 2: Setting the Clock" on page - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 48
To cancel the alarm setting Follow steps 1 and 2- on page 46. In step 2-, press or on the control button to select "OFF," and press ENT. The alarm will be cancelled and the alarm indicator will disappear from the display window. Notes You can set only one alarm. When the clock has not - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 49
Editing Messages Erasing Messages You can erase the recorded messages one by one or all messages in a folder at a time. Note Once a recording has been erased, you cannot retrieve it. Erasing messages one by one , ENT You can erase unwanted messages, retaining all other messages when the IC - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 50
4 Press or on the control button to select "EXECUTE," and then press ENT. "ERASING ..." appears in the display window and the selected message will be erased. Erasing all messages in a folder , ENT To cancel erasing Select "CANCEL" in step 4, and then press ENT. To erase another message - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 51
Editing Messages 3 Press or on the control button to select "ERASE ALL," and then press ENT. Moving a Message to a Different Folder , 4 Press or on the control button ENT to select "EXECUTE," and then press ENT. "ERASING ..." appears in the display /MENU window and all - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 52
1 Select the message you want to move. 2 Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 3 Press or on the control button to select "MOVE," and then press ENT. The message to be moved will be played back. 4 Press or on the control button to select the - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 53
Dividing a Message into Two DIVIDE , 1 Press DIVIDE while you are playing back the message you want to divide. "DIVIDE? PRESS [DIVIDE]" appears with the message title. 2 Press DIVIDE. "DIVIDING..." appears, a new number is added to the newer part of the divided message, and the message - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 54
Notes You need a certain amount of free space in the memory to divide a message. For more information, see "System Limitations" on page 100. When you divide a message with a title and artist name, the newer part has the same title, artist name, and file name. You cannot divide a message - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 55
Editing Messages Preventing Accidental Operation - the HOLD function To prevent accidental operation, slide the HOLD switch in the direction of arrow in the recording or playback mode. "HOLD" will appear indicating that all the functions of the buttons are locked. To cancel the HOLD function - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 56
Utilizing the Menu Function Making Settings for the Menu 1 Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. , ENT /MENU 2 Press or on the control button to select the menu item for which you want to make setting, and then press ENT. 56GB - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 57
Utilizing the Menu Function 3 Press or on the control button to select the setting that you want to set, and then press ENT. 4 Press (stop) to exit the menu mode. Note If you do not press any button for one minute, the menu mode is automatically cancelled and the window will return to the - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 58
Menu settings Menu items Settings REC MODE ST, STSP, STLP, SP, LP MIC SENSITIVITY HIGH (H), LOW (L) LCF (LOW CUT) ON, OFF VOR ON, OFF DISPLAY ELAPSE, REMAIN, REC DATE, REC TIME DPC n% (n=-50 - +100) EFFECT NOISE CUT, POP, ROCK, JAZZ, BASS1, BASS2, OFF EASY SEARCH ON, OFF PLAY MODE 1, - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 59
TIME _ _ y _ _ m _ _ d _ _ : _ _ TIME DISPLAY 12-HOUR, 24-HOUR FORMAT EXECUTE, CANCEL BEEP ON, OFF LED ON, OFF BACKLIGHT ON, OFF * for ICD-UX71F/UX81F only Operation mode th��e�s�e��tt�i�n�g��c�a�n��b�e��m��a�d�e the setting cannot be made) Stop Playback Recording FM radio mode mode mode - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 60
Menu items REC MODE MIC SENSITIVITY LCF (LOW CUT) Settings (*: Initial setting) See page Sets the recording mode. 22 ST*: Stereo high-quality recording mode. STSP: Stereo standard recording mode. STLP: Stereo long play recording mode. SP: Monaural standard play recording mode. LP: - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 61
Utilizing the Menu Function Menu items VOR DISPLAY DPC Settings (*: Initial setting) See page Sets the VOR (Voice Operated Recording) function. 26 ON: Recording starts when the IC recorder detects sound and pauses when no sound is heard, eliminating recording during soundless periods. The - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 62
Menu items EFFECT EASY SEARCH Settings (*: Initial setting) See page Sets the effect you want for the playback in the menu. 43 NOISE CUT Reduces distortion to make the human voice clearer. POP: Stresses middle ranges, ideal for vocals. ROCK: Emphasizes high and low ranges for a powerful - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 63
Utilizing the Menu Function Menu items PLAY MODE MOVE ALARM Settings (*: Initial setting) See page Sets the playback mode. 40 1: A message is played back. *: Messages in one folder are played back continuously. ALL: All the messages are played back continuously. 1: One message is played - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 64
* : When the receiving signal is strong enough to receive, select this setting. LOCAL : When the receiving signal is weak to receive, select this setting. ** for ICD-UX71F/UX81F only 64GB - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 65
Utilizing the Menu Function Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) See page SCAN SENSITIVITY** Sets the scanning sensitivity when presetting FM radio 87 stations. HIGH (SCAN H)*: The scanning sensitivity is set to high. LOW (SCAN L) : The scanning sensitivity is set to low. AUDIO OUTPUT - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 66
Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) See page DATE & TIME Sets the clock by setting year, month, day, hour, and minute 16 in sequence. TIME DISPLAY Sets the clock display. - 12-HOUR*: 12:00AM = midnight, 12:00PM = noon 24-HOUR: 0:00 = midnight, 12:00 = noon FORMAT Sets the formatting - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 67
Menu items LED Settings (*: Initial setting) See page Turns the operation indicator on or off during operation. - ON*: During recording or playback, the operation indicator lights or flashes. OFF: The operation indicator does not light or flash, even during operation. Note When the IC - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 68
, etc.) is used. Any 64 bit operating system is not supported. For the latest version information and compatibility with your operating system, please access the support home page for the IC recorder: http://www.sony.com/recordersupport Hardware environment: - Port: USB port - Sound board: Sound - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 69
Computer To USB connector Tip If the IC recorder cannot be connected to the USB connector of your computer directly, use the supplied USB connection support cable. Utilizing Your Computer USB connection - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 70
will not be guaranteed. Use of this IC recorder with a USB hub or a USB connection support cable other than the supplied cable is not guaranteed. A malfunction may occur depending on the USB on disconnecting the IC recorder, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your computer. 70GB - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 71
Transferring Files from Your Computer to the IC Recorder You can play back music or language files (MP3/WMA*) from your computer using the IC recorder. You can make an MP3/WMA file using either a player software application installed on your computer or a commercially available software application. - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 72
Note When you transfer a music file from your computer, you can play it back, however, you cannot divide it, or move it. To copy a folder (Drag and drop) Click and hold, drag, and then drop. Construction of folders and files The folders and files are displayed on the computer screen as - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 73
Utilizing Your Computer "IC RECORDER" VOICE Folder for messages recorded using the IC recorder FOLDER01 FOLDER05 Folder transferred from your computer Conversation MUSIC POP OLDIES *1 *2 *1 The name of a folder in which music files are stored will be displayed on the IC recorder as it is, so - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 74
VOICE folders) or files to the root directory that is located immediately below "IC RECORDER" on the computer. This is due to Windows system limitations (ICD-UX71/ UX81/UX71F/UX81F only). If no title, or artist name has been entered into the ID3 tag information, "Unknown" will be displayed - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 75
2 or higher Windows® XP Professional Service Pack 2 or higher Windows® XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 or higher Windows® 2000 Professional Service Pack 4 or higher Mac OS X (v10.2.8-v10.5) Pre-Installed Port: USB port Note The following systems are not supported: Any 64 bit operating systems - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 76
your recorded voice in a message and convert it into a text file. For details on Dragon NaturallySpeaking, refer to the operating instructions supplied with Dragon NaturallySpeaking. For information on using Dragon NaturallySpeaking, refer to the documentation supplied with the software. For the - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 77
When training is complete, Dragon NaturallySpeaking creates a user speech file containing information about your recorded speech. Refer to the operating instructions or the help supplied with Dragon NaturallySpeaking, as some parts of training are the same as those required for dictating directly - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 78
Playing Back Music Files , ENT /MENU 1 Remove the IC recorder from your computer, press /MENU, press or on the control button to select the folder ( ) in which music files are stored, and then press ENT. 2 Press or to select the music file you want to play. 3 Press to start - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 79
The maximum playback time (tracks*), when playing music files using the IC recorder, is as follows. ICD-UX71/ UX71F ICD-UX81/ UX81F 48 kbps 47 hr. 50 min. (717 tracks) 95 hr. 55 min. (1438 tracks) 128 kbps 17 hr. 55 min. (268 tracks) 35 - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 80
Enjoying the music files more Selecting the playback mode You can select the playback mode, such as playback of one music file, continuous playback of music files in one folder, continuous playback of all music files, repeat playback of one music file, repeat playback of music files in one folder - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 81
Listening to the FM Radio (for ICD-UX71F/UX81F only) The headphone cord is an FM antenna, therefore, connect the headphone when listening to the radio. During FM reception or FM recording, - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 82
1 Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or on the control button to select "FM RADIO," and then press ENT. The IC recorder enters FM radio mode. 3 Tune in a station. 4 Press or on the control button repeatedly to tune in a station or - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 83
Display when listening to the FM radio FM indication Radio frequency Preset number Receiver sensitivity Switching the FM radio output between speaker and headphones , ENT /MENU During FM reception or FM recording, you can switch between the sound from the speaker and the sound from the - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 84
1 Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode when listening to the FM radio. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or on the control button to select "AUDIO OUTPUT," and then press ENT. Switching the receiver sensitivity of the FM radio , ENT /MENU 3 Press or on the control - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 85
1 Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode when listening to the FM radio. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or on the control button to select "DX/LOCAL," and then press ENT. Recording FM broadcasts 3 Press or on the control button to select "LOCAL" or "DX," and then - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 86
Presetting FM Radio Stations Automatically , ENT 1 Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode when listening to the FM radio. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or on the control button to select "AUTO PRESET," and then press ENT. /MENU The display in the display window may - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 87
To stop the automatic presetting Press (stop). The preset numbers stored until you press the (stop) button remain in memory. Switching the scanning sensitivity , ENT /MENU You can set the scanning sensitivity when presetting FM radio stations. The scanning sensitivity is set to "HIGH (SCAN - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 88
The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or on the control button to select "SCAN SENSITIVITY" and then press ENT. Presetting FM Radio Stations Manually ENT 3 Press or on the control button to select "HIGH (SCAN H)" or "LOW (SCAN L)," and then press ENT. The display in the display - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 89
1 Tune in the station you want to preset and store on the preset number. When a station you tune in is not a preset station, "P - -" is displayed. 2 Press and hold ENT until a preset number flashes on the display. The station will be stored in memory. Listening to a Preset Radio Station ENT , - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 90
1 Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or on the control button to select "FM RADIO," and then press ENT. The IC recorder enters FM radio mode. 3 To tune in a station, press or on the control button repeatedly until the preset number - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 91
Erasing Preset FM Radio Stations ENT , /MENU 1 Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or on the control button to select "FM RADIO," and then press ENT. The IC recorder enters FM radio mode. Listening to the FM Radio The display in - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 92
4 Press and hold ENT. The preset number and "ERASE?" will be displayed on the display. 5 Press or on the control button repeatedly to select "EXECUTE," and then press ENT. The preset number will be changed to "P- -." 92GB - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 93
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Before taking the IC recorder for repair, check the following sections. Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Symptom Remedy The IC recorder cannot be Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 94
Symptom The operation indicator does not light. "MEMORY FULL" is displayed and you cannot start recording. "FILE FULL" is displayed and you cannot operate the IC recorder. Recording is interrupted. Noise is heard. Recording level is low. Remedy "LED" is set to "OFF" (page 67). Display the menu - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 95
use the IC recorder for an extended period of time, it is recommended that you turn the power off (page 18) or remove the battery. Troubleshooting 95GB - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 96
Symptom Remedy The audio is weak or has poor quality when listening to the radio. The battery is weak. Replace the battery with new one (page 12). Move the unit away from the TV. The picture of your TV becomes unstable. If you are listening to an FM program near the TV with an indoor - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 97
extension cable other than the supplied USB connection support cable. Connect the IC recorder directly to your computer or use the supplied USB connection support cable. Operation is not guaranteed if note that recorded messages may be erased during service or repair work. Troubleshooting 97GB - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 98
Error messages Error message BATTERY LOWER-LEVEL LOW BATTERY MEMORY FULL FILE FULL FILE DAMAGED FORMAT ERROR PROCESS ERROR SET DATE&TIME NO FILE Cause/Remedy You cannot format the memory or erase all the files in a folder because of insufficient battery power. Prepare a new battery to replace the - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 99
the message using the IC recorder. The data does not have a file format which the IC recorder supports. You cannot move a message or divide a message, because there is more than one folder that has files than the above has occurred. Remove the battery and re-insert it. Troubleshooting 99GB - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 100
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 record messages up to the maximum recording time. If you - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 101
Additional Information Using a USB AC Adaptor (not supplied) 1 Remove the USB cap from the IC recorder and connect the IC recorder to a USB AC adaptor (not supplied) . 2 Connect the USB AC adaptor to an AC outlet. USB connector of the IC recorder USB AC adaptor (not supplied) You can connect the - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 102
Notes During recording (the operation indicator lights or flashes in red) or accessing data (the operation indicator flashes in orange), the IC recorder should not be connected to or disconnected from the USB AC adaptor connected to the AC outlet. the USB AC adaptor connected to the IC - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 103
a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Backup recommendations To avoid potential risk of data loss caused by accidental operation or malfunction of the IC - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 104
section Capacity (User available capacity) ICD-UX71/UX71F: 1 GB (approx. 986 MB =1,034,354,688 Byte) ICD-UX81/UX81F: 2 GB (approx. The playback of MP3 files recorded using the IC recorder is also supported. Not all encoders are supported. Bit rate and sampling frequencies*3 for WMA files Bit rate: - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 105
General Speaker Approx. 10 mm (13/32 in.) dia. Power output 90 mW Input/Output Microphone jack (minijack, stereo) input for plug in power, minimum input level 0.9 mV, 3 kilohms or lower impedance microphone Headphone jack (minijack, stereo) output for 8 - 300 ohms headphones USB connector - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 106
Index A A-B Repeat 41 Adjusting the volume 21, 36 Alarm 46, 58, 63 B Battery 12 Battery life 13 Built-in microphones 19 C Connecting the IC Recorder to your Computer 69 Cue/Review 38 Cutting out low frequency 25, 58, 60 D Dividing a message 27, 53 DPC (the Digital Pitch Control function - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 107
M Maintenance 103 Menu ALARM 58, 63 AUDIO OUTPUT 59, 65 AUTO PRESET 58, 64 BACKLIGHT 59, 67 BEEP 59, 66 DATE & TIME 59, 66 DETAIL MENU 59, 65 DISPLAY 58, 61 DPC 58, 61 DX/LOCAL 58, 64 EASY SEARCH 58, 62 EFFECT 58, 62 ERASE A FILE 58, 64 ERASE ALL 58, 64 FORMAT 59, 66 LCF (LOW CUT 58 - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 108
, 60 STLP 13, 14, 23, 58, 60 STSP 13, 14, 23, 58, 60 Synchronized recording 31, 59, 65 System Limitations 100 T Transferring Files 71, 74 Troubleshooting 93 U USB AC Adaptor 101 USB Mass Storage Device 75 V VOR function 26, 58, 61 108GB - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 109
trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Furthermore, " ™ " and " ® " are not mentioned in each case in this manual. This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or distribution of such technology outside of - Sony ICD-UX81SIL | Operating Instructions - Page 110
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