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    156-541-14(1) Linear PCM Recorder Operating Instructions Getting Started Basic Operations Other Recording Operations Other Playback Operations Editing Tracks About the Menu Function Utilizing Your Computer Additional Information Troubleshooting Index PCM-M10 © 2009 Sony Corporation Printed in
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    battery compartment. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No.PCM-M10 Serial No. FOR UNITED STATES CUSTOMERS. NOT APPLICABLE IN CANADA the instructions, may and on, the user is encouraged to
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    the language or the character that is not supported by the PCM recorder. Notice for users Program © 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 Sony Corporation Documentation ©2009 Sony Corporation All rights reserved. This manual or the software described herein, in whole or
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    the Recording Settings 41 Selecting the recording mode 41 Setting the microphone sensitivity ......42 Cutting out low frequency - the LCF function 43 Preventing sound distortion- the LIMITER function 44 Recording via Other Devices 46 Recording with an external microphone 46 Recording from
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    playback 49 Listening the playback sounds with the headphones or external speakers 50 Quickly locating the point you wish to start the PCM recorder with Your Computer 83 Connecting the PCM recorder to your computer 84 Structure of folders and files 85 Copying Tracks from the PCM recorder
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    Additional Information Precautions 92 Specifications 95 System requirements 95 Battery life 100 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 102 Error Messages 108 System Limitations 112 Display Window 113 Index 116 Trademarks 119 What you record is for personal enjoyment and use only. Copyright laws
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    Techniques for Better Recording The PCM-M10 linear PCM recorder allows you to enjoy high-quality recording in a variety of situations. This section introduces easy recording setups for 6 typical music scenes. For recording a solo acoustic guitar performance For recording a piano performance z
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    other device to set the PCM recorder. • Adjust the orientation and height of the PCM recorder, so that the built-in microphones face the vocalist. • Adjust the positions of guitar amplifier and base amplifier so that their volume levels are well-balanced. REC LEVEL AUTO MIC SENS(ATT) LOW 8 GB
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    • For the most natural and dynamic recording, manual recording is recommended. (Adjustment using the REC LEVEL dial is required.) • To obtain the best recording results, perform a trial recording in advance. • The PCM recorder provides a level guide function that displays an error message when
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    window before you use the PCM recorder. Remote commander (1) AC power adaptor (3V) (1) LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (2) Hand strap (1) CD-ROM (1) (Sound Forge Audio Studio LE) Operating Instructions "Sound Forge Audio Studio LE" is a software application that supports editing and CD creation on
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    (fast-rewind/down) button H x STOP button I X PAUSE button/indicator J N PLAY/ENTER button/indicator* K z REC (record) button/indicator T LINE IN (line input) jack U MIC SENS(ATT) (microphone sensitivity (attenuator)) HI/LOW (high/ low) switch V m (microphone) jack (Plug In Power compatible)* 11GB
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    W REC LEVEL (recording level) MANUAL/AUTO switch X Hole for attaching the tripod (not supplied) Y Battery compartment Z Speaker (on the basement) wj Built-in microphones (stereo) wk DPC (SPEED CTRL) (speed control) ON/OFF switch wl i/LINE OUT (headphone/line output) jack e; USB connector
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    become detached. If this occurs, insert a projected part at one end of the battery compartment lid into the opening on the PCM recorder (1), and then align the other projected part of the lid along the slit of the PCM recorder (2) as illustrated above. Then stand up the lid and push it down until
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    : BCG-34HS2K When to replace batteries When using batteries, the battery indicator on the display shows the battery condition. Battery remain indication : "Low Battery Level" appears. Replace two old batteries with new ones soon. m : "Change Battery" appears and the PCM recorder will stop operation
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    Getting Started To operate with the AC power adaptor Insert the supplied AC power adaptor securely into the DC IN 3V jack until it stops to the end. to the DC IN 3V jack to a wall outlet AC power adaptor (supplied) 15GB
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    that you turn the power off and remove the batteries. • When the PCM recorder remains turned on and in the stop mode for about 10 minutes or longer, the window display turns off automatically and the PCM recorder enters the sleep mode. You can operate the PCM recorder by pressing a button. 16 GB
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    batteries 1 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to set the year, and then press N PLAY/ENTER. Perform the same operations to set month, day, hour, and minute in sequence. N PLAY/ ENTER x STOP Recorded audio . Setting the clock using the menu While the PCM recorder is in the stop mode, you can set the clock using
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    the clock setting data, the clock setting mode is cancelled and the window will return to the stop mode display. • If you leave the PCM recorder for approximately 3 minutes or longer, with no batteries inserted, the clock is reset to the default settings. In this case, set the clock again. 18 GB
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    Getting Started Step 5: Setting the Language to Be Used in the Display Window > FF/ v, . FR/ V 2 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select "Detail Menu," and then press N PLAY/ENTERT. MENU N PLAY/ ENTER x STOP 3 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select "Language," and then press N PLAY/ ENTER. You can
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    4 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select the language that you want to use, and then press N PLAY/ENTER. You can select the following languages. English, Español (Spanish), Français (French). 5 Press x STOP to return to the stop mode display. 20 GB
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    the direction of "HOLD." "HOLD" will appear for approximately 3 seconds and all the functions of the buttons of the PCM recorder are locked. Unlocking the buttons of the PCM recorder Slide the POWER/HOLD switch towards the center so that all buttons will be unlocked. P Note When the HOLD function
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    1 Press to display the folder selection window in the stop mode. 2 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select the folder in which you want to record tracks ( FOLDER01-10). When you purchase the PCM recorder, there are 10 folders already available. > FF/ v . FR/ V 3 Press N PLAY/ENTER. 22 GB N PLAY/ ENTER
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    indicator lights in red and the X PAUSE indicator flashes in orange (Recording Standby mode). When you select "AUTO," the recording level will be adjusted automatically. The REC LEVEL dial adjustment is enabled when you select "MANUAL." You can change the microphone sensitivity with the MIC SENS(ATT
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    standby mode, the peak level L/R OVER indicators light in red and the following level guide is displayed. You may solve the problem by moving the PCM recorder far from the sound source, or setting the MIC SENS(ATT) switch to "LOW." If the problem persists, use manual recording (page 33). 24 GB
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    as your finger, etc., accidentally rubs or scratches the PCM recorder during recording. • You do not need to press and hold z REC while recording. • Before making a recording, be sure to check the battery indicator (page 14). • In automatic recording, the REC LEVEL dial adjustment and the LIMITER
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    " is selected, do not connect headphones; the playback sound from the headphones will be very loud. The "Audio Out" in the menu is set to "Headphones," when you purchase the PCM recorder (page 58). i/LINE OUT jack Headphones plug To start playback 1 Press in the stop mode. 2 Press > FF/ v or . FR
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    3 Press N PLAY/ENTER. 4 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select the track you want to play. 5 Press N PLAY/ENTER. Playback will start soon, and the N PLAY/ENTER indicator will light in green. (When "LED" is set to "OFF" in the menu (page 79), the indicator does not light.) 6 Press VOLUME +/- to adjust
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    the tracks continuously.)*3 Fast forward (Cue) Press and hold the > FF/ v during playback.*4 Fast reverse (Review) Press and hold the . FR/ V during playback.*4 *1 When a track mark is set, the PCM recorder goes backward or forward to the track mark before or after the current point. *2 These
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    to the tracks that the PCM recorder has recorded as LPCM (WAV) or MP3 files, the PCM recorder can play back WMA, AAC-LC (m4a), MP3, and LPCM (WAV) files copied from your computer or other external device. To select a folder The PCM recorder saves the tracks it has recorded and the files copied from
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    retrieve it. • Before deleting the track, turn on the power. Selecting a track and deleting it 1 Select the track you want to delete when the PCM recorder is in the stop or playback mode. 2 Press DELETE. "Delete?" appears with the track title. 3 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select "Execute." 4 Press
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    Basic Operations To cancel deleting midway Select "Cancel" in step 3 of "Selecting a track and deleting it," and then press N PLAY/ENTER. N PLAY/ ENTER Deleting another track Proceed with the steps 1 through 4 in "Selecting a track and deleting it." Deleting a part of a track Use the Divide
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    the remote commander, you can prevent the PCM recorder from picking up noises which may be caused by accidentally pressing a button, touching the case, or holding the PCM recorder. • By placing the PCM recorder at the most suitable position for recording (e.g. at the center of multiple players, or
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    switch to "MANUAL," you can adjust the recording level manually, according to the sound source. If necessary, you can also utilize the "LIMITER" (page 44) and "LCF(Low Cut Filter)" (page 43) in the menu to reduce sound distortion. 3 Press z REC. The PCM recorder enters the recording standby mode
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    the OVER indication maximum level of the sound to about -12 dB. 5 Make other settings for recording, such as "LIMITER" (page 44), "LCF(Low Cut Filter)" (page 43), etc., in the menu. 6 To start recording, press X PAUSE or N PLAY/ENTER. MENU z REC N PLAY/ ENTER x STOP > FF/ v, . FR/ V 7 To stop
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    / V to select "ON," and then press N PLAY/ ENTER. 5 Press x STOP to exit the menu mode. 6 Select a folder. 7 Press z REC. The PCM recorder enters the recording standby mode. Pre-recording starts and sounds for a maximum of the last 5 seconds are buffered in the memory. Displays how long the sound is
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    recorded when you press z REC. To record with the pre-recording function, we recommend you use the supplied wired remote commander or an external microphone. • When the remaining recordable time is less than 10 seconds, the pre-recording back side of the PCM recorder facing toward you. Insert microSD card
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    with the PCM recorder are as follows: • Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™) media: Up to16 GB is supported. For compatible M2™, please refer to the Sony web 2009 For the PCM recorder, the operational tests performed were using microSD/microSDHC cards available as of September 2009. In this manual, M2™ and
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    ACCESS indicator flashes in orange. Doing so may damage the data. • If a memory card is not recognized, remove it and then insert it into the PCM recorder again. • Close the cover of the memory card slot firmly. Also, do not insert any liquid, metal, flammable or any object other than a memory card
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    recording. For automatic recording, see "Recording" on page 22. For manual recording, see "Manual recording" on page 33. Recording across memory media - Cross-Memory Recording recorder currently being used becomes full during recording, the PCM 3 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select "Cross-Memory
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    new track. P Notes • If the other memory media is also full, a message is displayed and the PCM recorder stops recording. • When you play back the original track recorded with Cross-Memory Recording, the PCM recorder does not play the succeeding track automatically. • Before attempting Cross-Memory
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    FF/ v, . FR/ V MENU N PLAY/ ENTER x STOP You can select the recording mode in the menu when the PCM recorder is in the stop mode. About the recording modes The PCM recorder is compatible with 2 types of recording modes: LPCM (Linear PCM) and MP3. The features offered by each are as follows. • LPCM
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    the menu mode. P Note You cannot set the recording mode while recording. z About the sampling frequency and quantifying bit number • Sampling frequency is a value that represents how many times an analog signal is converted into a digital signal (A/D conversion) per second. The larger the value
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    ." (In manual recording) • The microphone sensitivity is set to low. (In automatic recording) * The microphone sensitivity is set to "HI" when you purchase the PCM recorder. Cutting out low frequency - the LCF function > FF/ v, . FR/ V MENU N PLAY/ ENTER x STOP When you set the LCF(Low Cut Filter
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    / ENTER x STOP The LCF function is set to "OFF" when you purchase the PCM recorder. 4 Press x STOP to exit the menu mode. To cancel the LCF function Set "LCF(Low Cut Filter)" to "OFF" in step 3. During the stop or recording mode, you can set the LIMITER function. When the "LIMITER" is set to "ON
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    REC LEVEL switch is set to "AUTO," the LIMITER function does not work. • When the "LIMITER" is set to "ON," the limiter function of the PCM recorder covers the input from the maximum input level to +12 dB. If the input exceeds this limit, sounds may be distorted. 4 Press > FF/ v or . FR
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    > FF/ v, . FR/ V REC LEVEL You can record from an external microphone. When an external microphone is connected, the built-in microphones and the input from the LINE IN jack become disabled. 1 Connect an external microphone to the m (microphone) jack when the PCM recorder is in the stop mode. "Plug
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    switch to "AUTO" for automatic recording, or "MANUAL" for manual recording. 5 Press z REC. The PCM recorder enters the recording standby mode. The built-in microphones and input from the LINE IN are automatically cut off. You can adjust the microphone sensitivity with the MIC SENS(ATT) switch (page
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    audio output jacks (stereo minijack) of external equipment to the LINE IN jack of the PCM recorder using a Sony audio connecting cable (not supplied). 2 Set the REC LEVEL switch to "AUTO" for automatic recording, or "MANUAL" for manual recording. 3 Press z REC. The PCM recorder enters the recording
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    using the PCM recorder is displayed as follows. : Track title name: Date (yymmdd)_file number (e.g. 090101_01) : Artist name (e.g. My Recording) File Name: Date (yymmdd)_file number _file extension (e.g. 090101_01.wav) : Current folder name: 01 (FOLDER 01) to 10 (FOLDER 10) You can change the
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    +/- buttons. • To listen from an external speaker: Connect the speaker cord of the carrying case speaker CKS-M10 (not supplied) to the i/LINE OUT (headphone/line output) jack of the PCM recorder. Adjust the volume with the VOLUME +/- buttons. Or use a Sony audio connecting cable (not supplied) to
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    Audio Out" in the menu is set to "LINE 10 seconds by pressing > FF/ v once. This function is useful for locating a desired point in a long recording, such as in a recording approx. 5 seconds. • When "TRACK END" goes off, the PCM recorder will stop at the beginning of the last track. • If you press
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    1 Press MENU to enter the menu mode when the PCM recorder is in the stop or playback mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select "Play Mode," and then press N
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    Other Playback Operations Playing back a track repeatedly During playback, press and hold N PLAY/ ENTER until " 1" appears. The selected track will be played back repeatedly. To resume normal playback, press N PLAY/ENTER again. Playing back a specified section repeatedly - A-B Repeat 1 During
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    between +100% and -75% of normal speed in the menu. The track is played back in natural tones thanks to the digital processing function. 4 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to adjust the playback speed. Press > FF/ v to 5% for - from -75% to 0%, and increase the speed by 10% for + between 0% and 100%. 54 GB
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    N PLAY/ ENTER x STOP You can adjust the playback sounds in semitones higher or lower, each in 6 step (Key Control), whichever is best suited for practicing songs to the recorded accompaniment. 1 Press MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to
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    3 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to adjust the playback tone. Press > FF/ v to adjust the sounds by a halftone higher (#1 to #6), or . FR/ V to adjust it by a halftone lower (21 to 26), each in 6 steps. Key control setting To resume normal playback sounds Select "0" in step 3. Reinforcing the bass sound
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    Operations 1 Press MENU to enter the menu mode when the PCM recorder is in the stop or playback mode. The menu mode you play back using the built-in speaker, this setting does not work. • When "LINE OUT" is selected in "Audio Out" in the menu, the Effect function does not work. 3 Press > FF/ v
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    PLAY/ENTER You can record the sound of the PCM recorder with other equipment. Before you start recording, we recommend you to make a trial recording first. 1 Connect the i/LINE OUT (headphone/ line output) jack of the PCM recorder to 58 GB 4 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select "Audio Out," and then
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    same time to stop recording. z Recommended audio connecting cable (not supplied) You can use Sony audio connecting cables RK-G129 (not supplied). P Notes • To listen playback with the headphones, set "Audio Out" to "Headphones" (page 50). • If input from an external equipment is distorted, select
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    connected, you can also press T-MARK button on the remote commander to add a track mark. P Notes • You can add a track mark only to a track recorded using the PCM recorder. You cannot add a track mark to an MP3/WMA/ AAC-LC (m4a)/LPCM (WAV) file copied from a computer. • You cannot add a track mark
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    Editing Tracks Locating a track mark and starting playback at the track mark In the stop mode, press > FF/ v or . FR/ V. When the (track mark) icon flashes once, press N PLAY/ENTER Dividing a track at all the track mark positions Select "Divide All T-MARK(Track Marks)" from the Divide menu.
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    a track, so that you can narrow down your selections to only marked files. This feature is useful when you want to select one from many recordings, by adding a "TAKE" to the ones most likely to be selected, or adding a "KEEP" to the ones that you would like to save just for
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    2 Press MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 3 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select "Add "TAKE"," and then press N PLAY/ENTER. 4 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select "Add "TAKE"," or "Add "KEEP"," and then press N PLAY/ENTER. A confirmation message is displayed. A suffix
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    Protecting a track 3 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select "Protect," and then press N PLAY/ ENTER. A confirmation message is displayed. > FF/ v, . FR/ V MENU N PLAY/ ENTER x STOP To prevent a track from being accidentally deleted or edited, you can protect an important track. A protected track is
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    be used for copying into the memory card slot. P Notes • You cannot copy a track that the PCM recorder does not recognize. • Before starting to copy the target track, make sure to check the battery remain indication. If the batteries are weak, you may not be able to copy tracks (page 14). • If the
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    Memory Select Folder" is displayed and the folder selection window is displayed. P Note Do not remove or insert a memory card, or turn off the PCM recorder while copying. Files may be damaged. Dividing a track into two 4 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select the folder that you want to copy the track
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    You can divide a track until the total number of tracks in the folder reaches 99. Dividing a track at the current position 1 Stop the track at the position where you want to divide a track. 2 Press MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 3 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to
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    . • When you divide a track with a title and artist name, the new track has the same title, and artist name. • You can divide a track recorded using the PCM recorder only. An MP3/WMA/ AAC-LC (m4a)/LPCM (WAV) file copied from a computer cannot be divided. • Once a track is divided, you cannot return
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    3 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select "Execute," and then press N PLAY/ ENTER. "Dividing..." appears, and the track is divided at all the track mark positions. The tracks divided from a single track will be suffixed with a sequential number (_1 and so on). z Tip To cancel division during the
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    1 Select the folder containing the tracks you want to delete when the PCM recorder is in the stop mode. 2 Press MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 3 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select "
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    About the Menu Function Making Settings for the Menu About the Menu Function > FF/ v, . FR/ V MENU N PLAY/ ENTER x STOP 1 Press MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select the menu item for which you want to make setting, and then press
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    (a : the setting can be made/ - : the setting cannot be made) Stop Playback Recording mode mode mode Divide a - - Divide Current Position Execute, Cancel a - - Divide /128kbps, MP3 44.10kHz/320kbps LCF(Low Cut Filter) ON, OFF a - a DPC(Speed Control) -75 % to +100% a a - 72 GB
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    Backlight 10 SEC, 60 SEC, Always-ON, OFF Language English, Español (Spanish), Français (French) Level Meter in Playback ON, OFF Battery Setting Alkaline Battery, NiMH Battery LIMITER ON, OFF PRE REC ON, OFF Audio Out Headphones, LINE OUT Plug In Power ON, OFF Cross-Memory Recording ON
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    Menu items Settings (*: Initial setting) See page Divide Divide a track into two. 61, 66 Divide Current A track will be divided into two at the current position. Position Divide All T- A track will be divided at all the track mark positions. MARK(Track Marks) Delete Delete All Delete tracks
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    to save a track, or which 36 contains the track you want to play, edit, or copy. Built-In Memory*: The built-in memory of the PCM recorder is selected. Memory Card: The memory card inserted in the memory card slot is selected. P Note When no memory card is currently inserted in the
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    represents the 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 the better the sound quality. LCF(Low Cut Filter) Set the LCF(Low Cut Filter) function to cut a low frequency to 43 reduce the roaring noise from wind or
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    Effect function does not work. • When "LINE OUT" is selected, the Effect function does function. 51 ON: You can go forward for about 10 seconds by pressing > FF/ v and go back for useful when attempting to locate desired point in a long recording. OFF*: The easy search function does not work.
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    be formatted. Cancel*: The memory will not be formatted. P Notes • Do not use your computer to format a memory card you use with the PCM recorder. Format it with the formatting function of the PCM recorder. • Once the memory has been deleted, you cannot retrieve the data that was deleted. 78 GB
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    of ACCESS indicator, peak level indicators, - z REC button, N PLAY/ENTER button, and X PAUSE button on or off during operation. ON*: During recording or playback, the indicators light or flash. OFF: The operation indicator does not light or flash, even during operation. P Note When the
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    name of the track will be displayed. Battery Setting Set the battery type for the PCM recorder. 13 Alkaline Battery*: Select this option to use alkaline batteries for the PCM recorder. NiMH Battery: Select this option to use rechargeable batteries (not supplied) for the PCM recorder. 80 GB
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    a too loud sound is input in Manual recording. ON: The LIMITER function is activated. PCM recorder does not compensate for clipping when audio over 12 dB is input. In this case, sound may be distorted. Set the pre-recording function on and off. The pre-recording 34 function allows you to record
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    with the headphones (not supplied) or an external speaker. LINE OUT: You can use the jack as a line output jack. Select this option to connect an external recorder such as a tape recorder for recording playback sound of the PCM recorder. P Notes • If "LINE OUT" is selected, do not connect headphones
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    /WMA/AAC-LC (m4a) files saved on your computer by a simple drag and drop operation when you connect the PCM recorder to your computer. You can also play back the copied files. Using the PCM recorder as a USB memory - data storage function (page 90) You can store image data or text data saved on
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    connected at the same time. • Before connecting the PCM recorder to the computer, make sure that the batteries are inserted in the PCM recorder. • It is recommended that you disconnect the PCM recorder from the computer when you are not using the PCM recorder connected to the computer. 84 GB
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    Structure of folders and files Built-In Memory and M2™ "PCM RECORDER" or "MEMORY CARD"*4 Folder for tracks recorded using the PCM recorder microSD card "MEMORY CARD"*4 Folder for tracks recorded using the PCM recorder Utilizing Your Computer Lesson *1 Folder copied from your computer MUSIC POP
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    P Note You can record tracks in up to 10 folders (FOLDER01-10), each for the built-in memory and memory card, using the PCM recorder. *1 The name of in the illustration are examples of folder names. *2 The PCM recorder can recognize up to 8 levels of folders copied to the PCM recorder. *3 If you copy
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    Studio LE," the supplied software application, to create a CD. For the details, see the "Sound Forge Audio Studio LE Guide." 1 Connect the PCM recorder to your computer (page 84). 2 Copy tracks or folders you want to copy to your computer. Drag and drop the tracks or folders you want
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    Copying Files from Your Computer to the PCM recorder and Playing Them Back You can copy music or the other audio files (LPCM/MP3/WMA/AAC-LC*) from your computer to the PCM recorder by dragging and dropping them, and you can play them back using the PCM recorder. You can make an LPCM/MP3/WMA/ AAC-LC
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    005 tracks) 256 kbps 33 hr. 30 min. (502 tracks) * In the case where tracks of 4 minutes each are copied to the PCM recorder. P Notes • A music file copied from your computer can be played back with the PCM recorder. Dividing a track and setting a track mark, however, may not be performed. • If
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    or text data on the computer, as well as tracks or files recorded using the PCM recorder can be temporarily stored in the PCM recorder. Your computer must meet the operating system requirements and port environment to use the PCM recorder as a USB memory. For details on the system requirements, see
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    Device." The icon can be different on different operating systems. On the Macintosh screen, drag the "PCM recorder" on the desktop to "Trash" and drop it there. For details on disconnecting the PCM recorder from your computer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your computer. 91GB
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    , you can perform recording operations without touching the PCM recorder. • Roaring noise from wind, or other noises from electric fans, air conditioners, air cleaners, or PC fans will also be recorded. You can reduce the low frequencies noise by setting the LCF(Low Cut Filter) function (page 43
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    or liquid fall into the unit, remove the batteries and have the unit checked by qualified personnel 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 PCM recorder
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    with the PCM recorder, and may have problems when used with the PCM recorder. For compatible M2™, please refer to the Sony web site (page 95). • "MagicGate™" is copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology. The PCM recorder does not support data recording/playback that requires
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    with your operating system, please access the support home page for the PCM recorder: U.S.A.: http://www.sony.com/recordersupport Canada: http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/ http://fr.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/ • The following systems are not supported: - Operating systems other than the ones
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    in the PCM recorder. PCM recorder section Capacity (User available capacity) recording/ playback, LINE IN input) • LPCM 96.00 kHz: 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz (0 dB, -2 dB) 48.00 kHz: 20 Hz - 22,000 Hz (0 dB, -2 dB) 44.10 supported. Copyright-protected file cannot be played back. Not all encoders are supported
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    noise ratio (S/N) (Input from the LINE IN jack and output from LINE OUT jack when recording/playing back LPCM) 87 dB AA) alkaline batteries *4 Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association) Supplied accessories See page 10. 97GB
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    Electret condenser microphone ECM-MS957 Audio connecting cable RK-G129 Rechargeable battery NH-AA-B2K Battery charger BCG-34HS2K Carrying case speaker CKS-M10 Wind screen AD-PCM2 Tripod VCT-PCM1 Your dealer may not handle some of the above listed optional accessories. Please ask the dealer for
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    all the folders is as follows (rounded figures by 5 minutes). Recording modes Built-in memory 4GB LPCM 96.00kHz/24bit 1 hr. .10kHz/ 320kbps 26 hr. 45 min. MP3 44.10kHz/ 128kbps 67 hr. 5 min. MP3 44.10kHz/64kbps 134 hr. 10 min. 1 GB 25 min. 40 min. 50 min. 1 hr. 20 min. 55 min. 1 hr. 25 min.
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    with new ones in the midst of recording. For details on the battery life, see the next table. *6 The maximum recording time varies if you record tracks in mixed recording mode. Battery life*1 When using Sony LR6 (SG) (size AA) alkaline batteries Recording modes LPCM 96.00kHz/24bit LPCM 96
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    24 hr. 28 hr. 24 hr. 28 hr. (hr. : hours/min. : minutes) *1 The battery life is measured in testing using methods proprietary to Sony. The battery life may shorten depending on how you operate the PCM recorder. *2 When playing back music through the internal speaker with the volume level set to
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    Troubleshooting Before taking the PCM recorder for repair, check the following sections. Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Please note that recorded tracks may be deleted during service or repair work. Symptom Remedy The PCM recorder
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    . • The level is too high in automatic recording. When a guide is displayed, set the MIC SENS(ATT) switch to "LOW," or place the PCM recorder away from the sound source. If the problem persists, switch to manual recording, and adjust the recording level manually using the REC LEVEL dial. • The sound
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    near the microphone while monitoring recording, the microphone may pick up the sound from the headphones, causing acoustic feedback (howling sound). Turn the track. • You can divide or move a track recorded using the PCM recorder only. An MP3/WMA/AAC-LC (m4a) /LPCM (WAV) file copied from a
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    depending on the operation of the PCM recorder. There is no battery power • Even if you do not use the PCM recorder, the batteries are remaining after you have left consumed slightly. The battery life in this case varies depending on the batteries inserted for long humidity or other environmental
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    not a malfunction of the PCM recorder. Wait until the message disappears. In this case, do not remove the batteries or AC power adaptor, while PCM recorder support, they may not be displayed. See "Specifications" on page 95. It takes a long time for the PCM recorder to start. • If the PCM recorder
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    ) (page 96). Check back. the file name. The computer cannot start. • If you reboot the computer with the PCM recorder connected to the computer, the computer may freeze or may not start properly. Disconnect the PCM recorder from the computer and reboot the computer again. Troubleshooting 107GB
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    ones. Or charge the rechargeable batteries, or replace the old rechargeable batteries with new ones (page 14). Power Problem • An incompatible AC power adaptor may be connected. Check the AC power adaptor. Use the supplied AC power adaptor for the PCM recorder. Memory Full • The remaining memory
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    of the control file required for operation. Format the PCM recorder using the formatting function in the menu. • The PCM recorder failed in memory access. Remove and then reinsert the batteries. • Save a backup copy of your data and format the PCM recorder using the menu. • An error occurred while
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    is in the stop mode. Unknown Data • The data does not have a file format which the PCM recorder supports. The file formats (file extensions) that the PCM recorder supports are LPCM (.wav) files, MP3 (.mp3) files, WMA (.wma) files, and AAC-LC (.m4a) files. For details, see the "Specifications
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    is too high to continue automatic recording. If the MIC SENS(ATT) switch is set to "HI," set it to "LOW." Or, place the PCM recorder far from the sound source. If the message persists, switch the REC LEVEL switch to "MANUAL" (manual recording). Continue Recording in Different Memory • When the
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    PCM recorder. Troubles as mentioned below are not malfunctions of the PCM recorder. Symptom Cause/Remedy You cannot record tracks up • If you record tracks in a mixture of the recording modes, the to the maximum recording recordable . You cannot enter lower-case • Depending on the combination
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    : review/fast backward, cue/fast forward : going backward/forward continuously B Time indication Each time you press DISPLAY button, the time indication changes in the following order: elapsed time (hours, minutes, seconds), remaining time (hours, minutes, seconds), recording 113GB Troubleshooting
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    . D Auto (AGC) recording indication In the manual recording mode, a peak level value is displayed. E Memory Card indication When a "Memory Card" is selected as "Memory," the indication is displayed. When the "Built-In Memory" is selected, no indication is displayed. F Battery indicator G The track
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    Low Cut Filter) is set for a track. N Remaining recording time indication Displays the remaining recording time of the memory currently being used in hours, minutes, and seconds. If there is more than 10 to display L/R channels output levels U Peak position marker V Peak level Troubleshooting 115GB
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    playback sound tones .......55 Adjusting the volume 25, 27, 50 Auto (automatic) recording 22 B Battery life 100 Battery remain indication 14 Built-in microphones 23 C Compatible memory cards 37 Connecting the PCM recorder to your computer 84 Copying files 88 Copying tracks to your computer
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    K KEEP 62 Key Control 55 L LCF(Low Cut Filter 43 Level meter display 49 LIMITER 44 Locking the buttons 21 LPCM 41 M Maintenance 93 Manual recording 33 Memory card 37, 93 Memory setting 38 Menu Add "TAKE 72, 74 Audio Out 73, 82 Backlight 73, 80 Battery Setting 73, 80 Clock 73, 79
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    an external microphone .46 Recording with other equipment 58 Reinforcing the bass sound 56 Remote commander 32 Repeat 52 S Selecting the sound effect ...........56, 73, 77 Setting the clock 17 Setting the language 19 Specifications 95 Structure of folders 85 Supplied accessories 10 118GB
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    or registered trademark of Sony Creative Software, Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Furthermore, " ™ " and "®" are not mentioned in each case in this manual. 119GB
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PCM-M10
Linear PCM Recorder
Operating Instructions
Getting Started
Basic Operations
Other Recording Operations
Other Playback Operations
Editing Tracks
About the Menu Function
Utilizing Your Computer
Additional Information
Troubleshooting
Index