Sony ICD-PX440 Quick Start Guide - Page 1

GB ES IC Recorder Quick Start Guide ICD-PX440 4-534-065-51(1) © 2014 Sony Corporation Printed in China Welcome to your new Sony IC recorder! This is the Quick Start Guide, which provides you with instructions on the basic operations of the IC recorder. Please read it carefully. We hope you enjoy using your new Sony IC recorder. Check the supplied items. ˎˎIC Recorder (1) ˎˎStereo headphones* (1) ˎˎCarrying pouch* (1) ˎˎLR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery (2) ˎˎQuick Start Guide ˎˎApplication Software, Sound Organizer (Installer file stored in the built‑in memory so that you can install it to your computer.) ˎˎHelp Guide (HTML file stored in the built-in memory so it can easily be copied to your computer.) *supplied with some models in some regions. Optional accessories ˎˎElectret condenser microphone ECM-TL3, ECM-CS3 ˎˎRechargeable battery NH‑AAA‑B2EN, NH‑AAA‑B2KN ˎˎUSB AC adaptor AC-UD20, AC-U50AG, AC-U501AD (except Argentina) ˎˎCompact charger & 2‑pc AAA Multi‑Use Premium batteries BCG‑34HS2KAN, BCG-34HW2KAN (except Argentina)  Note Depending on the country or region, some of the models or optional accessories are not available. Parts and controls  Operation indicator  Strap hole (A strap is not supplied.)  Built-in microphones (stereo) (L)  USB connector compartment  Built-in microphones (stereo) (R)   (headphones) jack  Display window   (microphone) (PLUG IN POWER) jack*1  REC/PAUSE (record/pause) button  ERASE button  STOP button  VOL -/+ (volume -/+) button*1  Control button review/fast backward),  A-B (repeat A-B) button  (cue/fast forward))  M2™/microSD memory card slot  (play/enter) button*1 (The card slot is in the cover.)*2  MENU button  USB slide lever  T-MARK (track mark) button  HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch  FOLDER button  DPC (SPEED CTRL) switch  Speaker  Battery compartment *1 These buttons and the jack have a tactile dot. Use it as a reference point for operations, or to identify each terminal. *2 In this Quick Start Guide, M2™ and microSD cards are generally referred to as a "memory card." The M2™/microSD card slot is referred to as the "memory card slot." Let's try out your new IC recorder 1. Power on.    Slide and lift the battery compartment lid, then insert LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries with the correct polarity.  Turn the power on. To turn the power on Slide and hold the HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of "POWER ON/OFF" until the window display appears. To prevent unintentional operations (HOLD) Slide the HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of "HOLD." ¼¼To release the IC recorder from the HOLD status, slide the HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch towards the center. 2. Set the date and time.  Press  or  to set the year (the last two digits of the year), and then press (play/enter).  Repeat this procedure to set month, day, hour, and minute in sequence.  When you set the minute and press (play/enter), the clock reflects the setting. ¼¼You can set the clock setting later. For details, refer to the Help Guide of the IC recorder. 3. Select the menu language.   Press MENU.  Press , press  or  to select , and then press (play/enter).  Press  or  to select "Language," and then press (play/enter).  Press  or  to select the language that you want to use in the display window, and then press (play/enter). You can select the following languages: (* Default setting) ˎˎfor U.S.A and Latin American countries/regions English*, Espanol (Spanish), Francais (French) ˎˎfor other countries/regions Deutsch (German), English*, Español (Spanish), Français (French), Italiano (Italian (Russian), (Korean), (Chinese), (Chinese), (Thai)  Press STOP. 4. Record. ¼¼Before you start using the IC recorder, make sure that you slide the Operation HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch towards the center to release the HOLD status. indicator  Place the IC recorder so that the built-in microphones face the direction of the source to be recorded.   Press REC/PAUSE. Recording starts and the operation indicator lights in red.  ¼¼You can pause recording by pressing REC/PAUSE. Press REC/PAUSE again to restart recording.  Built‑in microphones  Press STOP to stop recording. The "Accessing..." animation appears and the recording stops. 5. Listen. Operation indicator    ¼¼If you do not select a file, the file just recorded or played back most recently will be played back. For details of selecting a file, refer to the Help Guide of the IC recorder.  Press (play/enter). Playback starts and the operation indicator lights in green.  Adjust the volume by pressing VOL -/+.  Press STOP to stop playback. 6. Erase.     Once a file is erased, you cannot restore it.  Press ERASE. "Erase?" is displayed and the file to be erased is played back for confirmation.  Select "Execute" using  or , and then press (play/enter). "Erasing..." is displayed while the selected file is being erased. Utilizing Your Computer Installing the help guide on your computer By installing the help guide on your computer from the built-in memory of the IC recorder, you can search for detailed operations and possible solutions when a problem occurs.  Slide the USB slide lever on the back of the IC recorder, and insert the USB connector into the USB port of a running computer.  In Windows: Click [Computer] (or [My Computer]), then double-click [IC RECORDER]  [FOR WINDOWS]. In Mac: Double-click [IC RECORDER] on the desktop.  Install the help guide. In Windows: Double-click [Help_Guide_Installer] (or [Help_Guide_Installer.exe]). In Mac: Double-click [Help_Guide_Installer_for_mac.app]. (v10.5.8 or higher) Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to proceed with installation.  After the installation completes, double-click the [Help_Guide_icdp44_uc.htm] (for the customers in the U.S.A. and the Latin American countries/regions) or [Help_Guide_icdp44_zz.htm] (for customers in other countries/regions) icon in the desktop for Windows (or in Finder for Mac). The help guide is displayed. You can also view the help guide on the following Sony IC Recorder customer support home page: For customers in the U.S.A. and the Latin American countries/regions: http://rd1.sony.net/help/icd/p44/uc/ For customers in other countries/regions: http://rd1.sony.net/help/icd/p44/zz/ Copying files from the IC recorder to your computer You can copy the files and folders from the IC recorder to your computer to store them.  Connect the IC recorder to your computer.  Copy files or folders you want to transfer to your computer. Drag and drop the files or folders you want to copy from "IC RECORDER" or "MEMORY CARD" to the local disk on your computer. To copy a file or folder (Drag and drop)  Click and hold,  drag,  and then drop. IC RECORDER or Your computer MEMORY CARD  Disconnect the IC recorder from your computer. Installing Sound Organizer Install Sound Organizer on your computer.  Note Sound Organizer is compatible with the Windows PC only. It is not compatible with Mac. ¼¼When installing Sound Organizer, log in to an account with administrator privileges.  Slide the USB slide lever on the back of the IC recorder, and insert the USB connector into the USB port of a running computer. If the IC recorder cannot be connected to a computer directly, a dedicated USB connection support cable PC-U004 is available as a repair part for a fee. For more details, consult your nearest Sony dealer. You can also use a self-powered USB hub, provided it has a USB logo.  Make sure the IC recorder has been recognized properly. While the IC recorder is connected to the computer, "Connecting" is displayed in the display window of the IC recorder.  Go to the [Start] menu, click [Computer] (or [My Computer]), and then double-click [IC RECORDER]  [FOR WINDOWS].  Double-click [SoundOrganizerInstaller_V150] (or [SoundOrganizerInstaller_V150.exe]). Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.  Make sure that you accept the terms of the license agreement, select [I accept the terms in the license agreement], and then click [Next].  When the [Setup Type] window appears, select [Standard] or [Custom], and then click [Next]. Follow the instructions on the screen and set the installation settings when you select [Custom].  When the [Ready to Install the Program] window appears, click [Install]. The installation starts.  When the [Sound Organizer has been installed successfully.] window appears, check [Launch Sound Organizer Now], and then click [Finish].  Note You may need to restart your computer after installing Sound Organizer.  Note If you format the built‑in memory, all data stored there will be erased. (The Help Guide and the Sound Organizer software will also be erased.) Additional features Details of these additional features for recording, playback, and editing are included in the help guide. ˎˎScene Selection ˎˎRecording Filter ˎˎNoise Cut ˎˎT-MARK (Track mark) ˎˎDPC (Digital Pitch Control) ˎˎA‑B Repeat ˎˎVOR (Voice Operated Recording) ˎˎEasy Search ˎˎDivide ˎˎSound Organizer editing software Precautions On power Operate the IC recorder on 3.0 V or 2.4 V. Use two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries or NH‑AAA rechargeable batteries. On safety Do not operate the IC recorder while driving, cycling or operating any motorized vehicle. On handling ˎˎDo not leave the IC recorder in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock. ˎˎShould any solid object or liquid fall into the IC recorder, remove the battery and have the IC recorder checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. If you have any questions or problems concerning your IC recorder, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Owner's Record The model number is located at the rear panel and the serial number is located at the rear panel. Record these numbers in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No Serial No WARNING Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like for a long time. CAUTION Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. Capacity (User available capacity*1*2) 4 GB (approx. 3.60 GB = 3,865,470,566 Byte) *1 A small amount of the built-in memory is used for file management and therefore not available for user storage. *2 When the built-in memory is formatted with the IC recorder. Dimensions (w/h/d) (not incl. projecting parts and controls) (JEITA)*3 Approx. 37.2 mm × 113.2 mm × 19.3 mm (1 1/2 inches × 4 1/2 inches × 25/32 inches) Mass (JEITA)*3 Approx. 75 g (2 5/8 oz) including two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries *3 Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association) The following FCC statement applies only to the version of this model manufactured for sale in the USA. Other versions may not comply with FCC technical regulations. INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, 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 the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this 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 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/ Declaration of Conformity Trade Name : SONY Model : ICD-PX440 Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc. Address : 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 USA Telephone Number : 858-942-2230 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.