Sony PCMD1 Operating Instructions
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2-664-971-11(1) Linear PCM Recorder Operating Instructions PCM-D1 © 2005 Sony Corporation - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
of the battery used to power this product. Please consult with your local authority. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/ Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: PCM-D1 Responsible Party - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of Hydride batteries. On this manual These operating instructions are written mainly for models outside of Japan. In the case of the model for use in Japan, the - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
manual for future reference. Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance and in the operating instructions, and adhere to them. INSTALLATION Water and Moisture - Do not use . Accessories - Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by Sony. USE - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Replacement parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by Sony that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
Built-in microphones-Pick up sound 10 Electrical circuit-Amplifies sound 11 Exterior-Increase rigidity 12 Identifying parts and controls 14 Getting Started Checking the supplied accessories 18 Step 1: Preparing a power source 19 Step 2: Setting the clock 21 Recording Preparation before - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
lighting) CLOCK (Date/time setting) MEMORY (Recording/playback memory) FOLDER (Recording/playback folder) Additional Information Using a "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)" (not supplied 38 Maintenance ...40 Troubleshooting ...41 Specifications...46 File specifications ...48 Index...50 7 Menu - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
Overview 8 - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
Overview PCM-D1 combines these features for recordings that are faithful to the original sound and reproduce even the subtlest of nuances. - A structure free of drive mechanisms - Highly sensitive, built-in condenser microphones - Circuits that process sound with little noise - Body made of pressed - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
their high sensitivity and low noise. Unlike tape or disc recorders, PCM-D1 has no drive mechanism and is free of motor noise. This makes it possible to employ a highly sensitive microphone to be used as a component. All microphone casing parts are cut from metal and fit together nearly seamlessly - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
-shaft, quad-unit volume Line amplifier Sound picked up by the microphones is amplified in the analog circuit, which achieves a frequency response that reaches the high frequencies (Figure 2) and enables the wide dynamic range of PCM-D1. The microphone amplifier provided for each channel is Analog - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
obstructing sound. The final choice: stainless steel rods (SUS316), 3 mm in diameter, bent into the shape of the frame and hand polished by skilled craftsmen. The rugged exterior produced in this way protects the circuits and microphones and enhances the high recording quality of PCM-D1. Microphone - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
Overview 13 - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
Overview (continued) Identifying parts and controls Front Right side 14 - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
24) When set to "MIC," records an audio signal input from the built-in microphones or an external microphone that is connected to the MIC jack. When set to "LINE IN," records an audio signal output from external equipment that is connected to the LINE IN jack. Memory Stick slot (page 38) POWER - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
Overview (continued) Left side Display 16 - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
page 25) Memory Stick indicator Displayed when the current memory is a "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)." Folder number, track numbers Track numbers are displayed as "current track number/total numbers of tracks." Sampling frequency and quantifying bit number of currently recording/playing track - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
function of each application. • Operating Instructions (this book) To use the wrist strap Attach the wrist strap to the slit for the wrist strap on the right side of the recorder. When an optional headphone, external microphone, audio cable, etc., is connected to the recorder (pages 26 to 29), slip - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
the batteries with the and ends in the right position. 7 Insert the battery case back into the recorder, and close the battery compartment lid. To use the recorder with size AA (LR06) alkaline batteries The recorder can operate on size AA (LR06) alkaline batteries. Follow steps 4 to 7. Note - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
for continuous recording/ playback using Sony size AA recorder only without using the battery charger. • Do not use a dry battery and a rechargeable battery together. • The recorder is accessing memory while "ACCESSING MEMORY are used for the first time or after a long period of disuse. In this case, - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
Getting Started Step 2: Setting the clock Recorded audio files (tracks) are named using the date and time of the internal clock. By setting the clock before recording, the recording's date and time will be correctly saved. 1 When the recorder is turned on before the clock has been set, "SET CLOCK" - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
to the illustration below and the characteristics of the microphone. Example: Placement when recording a musical performance using the built-in microphones For best results, place the recorder about 2 to 3 m (6.56 to 9.84 ft) from the sound source. Referring to the characteristics of the built-in - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
. Usually set it to the "0" position. When recording loud sounds, set it to the "20" position. To position the recorder using the tripod (not supplied) By attaching the tripod (not supplied), you can adjust angles of the recorder and the microphones more precisely. It also prevents noise caused when - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
STOP button Recording To change sampling frequency, quantifying bit number, or the memory and folder for a recording, go to the menu display (page 34). The default sampling frequency and quantifying bit number are "44.10 kHz 16 bit." 1 Position the recorder and the built-in microphones referring to - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
. • Do not connect the USB cable to the recorder during recording. Doing so stops recording automatically (because connection with a computer has priority). • For recording with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz, you should format the memory beforehand in order to write data efficiently. Continued on - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
. When memory is unused, "100%" appears. Notes • If you turn up the volume excessively or place the headphones near the microphone while monitoring recording, the microphone may pick up the sound from the headphones, causing acoustic feedback (howling sound). • For best results, use encapsulated - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
recorder by using an optional Sony audio cable. Super Audio CD/ CD player to the MIC jack to the LINE IN jack 2 Follow steps 2 to 5 of "Recording" (page 24) to start recording. Notes • When an external microphone is connected to the recorder, the built-in microphones cannot be used for recording - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
audio data (tracks) To change the memory and folder to play back, go to the menu display (page 34). 1 Connect optional headphones or earphones to the (headphone) jack of the recorder. Headphones (not supplied) to the (headphone) jack Stereo mini plug 2 Press the PLAY button. Playback starts - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
the external equipment to the LINE OUT/optical DIGITAL OUT jack of the recorder using an optional Sony audio cable or optical digital cable. AV amplifier/player to the LINE OUT/optical DIGITAL OUT jack Audio cable (not supplied) or optical digital cable (not supplied) Note • During playback, do not - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
of a computer and the recorder using the supplied USB connecting cable. "PC CONNECT" appears in the display of the recorder, and it is recognized as . Note • Turn off the recorder power when connecting the USB cable. Leaving the power on may cause noise in the audio output from the LINE OUT jack - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
NT®.) • Macintosh 4) - USB port - OS: Mac OS Ver. 10.2.8 or later 4)5) 1) IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. 2) Install Service Pack 3 or later when recording audio on "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)". 3) Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, and Windows - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
and track file structure Once you record audio on the recorder, the 10 folders for saving tracks are automatically created in memory. One ".WAV" file is created for each recording. Note on folder name Do not use the computer to delete the "FOLDER 01" through "FOLDER 10" or change their names. If - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
Operations after Recording 33 - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
the menu display You can change various adjustments and settings using the menu display. 1 Press the MENU button. The menu display appears. The currently selected item and option are in the center of the display in - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
amount of data it takes for one second of audio. The larger the value of the bit number, the larger amount of data it takes and better the sound quality. The recorder always reserves audio for the digital limiter, which is 20dB lower than audio processed in the normal circuit. This compensates for - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
improve the audio quality when converting memory is the internal memory or "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)" before selecting "YES." The ACCESS indicator, peak level lamps, REC indicator, PLAY indicator, and PAUSE indicator light up or flash to represent the operational status of the recorder - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
is used. MEMORY STICK An optional "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)" is used. Note • "BUILT-IN" is selected once the "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)" is removed. You can select the folder where the recorded tracks will be saved and where the tracks to be played back are saved. FOLDER 01 to 10 - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
. You can record audio using a "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)" instead of the built-in memory of the recorder. "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)" is the only "Memory Stick" that can be used for the recorder. Note that other kinds of "Memory Stick" are not supported. Inserting a "Memory Stick PRO (High - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
you use "Memory Stick PRO Duo (High Speed)," be sure to use the Memory Stick Duo adaptor. • Operations of "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)" up to 4 GB are checked on the recorder, but this does not guarantee operations of all "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)." Because the Sony "Memory Stick PRO (High - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
the built-in microphones The built-in microphones are high-performance electret condenser microphones. Do not use alcohol, benzene, or thinner, etc., to avoid damaging the finish. Backup recommendations To avoid potential risk of data loss caused by accidental operation or malfunction of the recorder - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your recorder, try the following solutions. 1 Turn off the recorder completely by removing the batteries and the AC power adaptor, and then turn it on again. Or use the recorder to initialize the built-in memory or the "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)." - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
Troubleshooting (continued) Symptom You cannot erase a track. Cause/Solution • The write-protect switch on the inserted "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)" is set to "LOCK." Release the lock. • When you use a Windows computer, the track or the folder containing the track is set to "Read-only" in the - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
as a new track due to the specification of the recorder. The "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)" is not recognized. • Since the "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)" contains image data or other files, the memory required for creating initial folders is insufficient. Use Windows Explorer or other tools to - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
Troubleshooting (continued) Error messages Message SET CLOCK 16 bit ONLY TRACK FULL MEMORY FULL M.S. LOCKED NO MEMORY STICK FILE PROTECTED UNKNOWN DATA BATTERY LOW NO DELETE Meaning/Solution The clock is not set. Set it before operating the recorder Display the track using Windows Explorer and - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
the number of tracks. Insert the "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)" again. If this message appears again, the "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)" may have a problem. The recorder cannot be operated because there is no remaining space in memory. Initialize the memory using "FORMAT" in the menu display (page - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
Specifications Recording media Built-in flash memory 4 GB, "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)" (not supplied), Stereo recording Maximum recording time Refer to "Maximum recordable time" on page 49. Quantization 16-bit linear, 24-bit linear Frequency range (Input from the LINE IN jack when recording/ - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
" on page 18. Optional accessories "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)" MSX-1GN (1 GB), MSX-2GN (2 GB), MSX-4GN (4 GB) "Memory Stick PRO Duo (High Speed)" MSX-M1GN (1 GB), MSX-M2GN (2 GB) Stereo headphones MDR-V900, MDR-V700DJ Audio connecting cable RK-G129 Optical digital cable POC-N120B (optical mini - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
specifications Once you record audio in the built-in memory or a "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)," the 10 folders for saving tracks are automatically created in each memory. One ".WAV" file is created for each recording characters that the recorder does not support are used. In this case, change the - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
.00 kHz 16 bit 96.00 kHz 24 bit Maximum recordable time * 13 hrs 10 min. 6 hrs 35 min. 4 hrs 20 min. 6 hrs 4 hrs 3 hrs 2 hrs "Memory Stick PRO (High Speed)" Sampling frequency/ quantifying bit number 22.05 kHz 16 bit 44.10 kHz 16 bit 44.10 kHz 24 bit 48.00 kHz 16 bit 48 - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
lid ..........19 Built-in microphones ......... 10, 22 Direction of sound 22 Directivity 22 C Carrying case 18 CD-ROM ("DigiOnSound", "DigiOnAudio" softwares) ......18 CHARGE lamp 19 CLOCK 37 Clock 21 Computer 30 Continuous playback time .......20 Continuous recording time.......20 D DC IN - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
Preparation before recording ...22 Q Quantifying bit number 35 S Sampling frequency 35 SBM 36 Size AA (LR06) battery case ....18 Slit for a wrist strap 15 Specifications 46 Super Bit Mapping 36 Supplied accessories 18 T Time information 17 Track file 32, 48 Tripod 23 Troubleshooting 41 - Sony PCMD1 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
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Linear PCM
Recorder
Operating Instructions
PCM-D1
© 2005 Sony Corporation
2-664-971-
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