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... energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. Use of Conformity Trade Name : SONY Model : ICD-UX71/UX81 Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc. If you have any interference received, including interference that to radio communications. FOR UNITED STATES... circuit different from that may not comply with part 15 of the connected IC recorder. The IC recorder is not functioning normally. Content information is not responsible for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna...
... energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. Use of Conformity Trade Name : SONY Model : ICD-UX71/UX81 Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc. If you have any interference received, including interference that to radio communications. FOR UNITED STATES... circuit different from that may not comply with part 15 of the connected IC recorder. The IC recorder is not functioning normally. Content information is not responsible for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna...
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... mode 40 Adjusting the playback speed - the DPC function 42 Selecting the sound effect 43 Recording with an Alarm 46 GB the LCF function 25 Starting to record automatically in response to Parts and Controls 7 Getting Started Step 1: Preparing a Power Source............other equipment...31 To record using the synchronized recording function 31 To record without using the menu...16 Turning the IC Recorder On or Off.......18 Turning the power off 18 Turning the power on 18 Recording/Playing Back Messages Recording Messages 19 Selecting the recording mode...........22 Setting ...
... mode 40 Adjusting the playback speed - the DPC function 42 Selecting the sound effect 43 Recording with an Alarm 46 GB the LCF function 25 Starting to record automatically in response to Parts and Controls 7 Getting Started Step 1: Preparing a Power Source............other equipment...31 To record using the synchronized recording function 31 To record without using the menu...16 Turning the IC Recorder On or Off.......18 Turning the power off 18 Turning the power on 18 Recording/Playing Back Messages Recording Messages 19 Selecting the recording mode...........22 Setting ...
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... the receiver sensitivity of folders and files.......72 Transferring Files from the IC Recorder to Your Computer 74 Using the IC Recorder as a USB Mass Storage Device 75 Using Voice Recognition Software.......76 Introducing the voice recognition software 76 Creating a user file adapted to your recorded speech (Training 77 Playing Back Music Files 78 Enjoying the music...
... the receiver sensitivity of folders and files.......72 Transferring Files from the IC Recorder to Your Computer 74 Using the IC Recorder as a USB Mass Storage Device 75 Using Voice Recognition Software.......76 Introducing the voice recognition software 76 Creating a user file adapted to your recorded speech (Training 77 Playing Back Music Files 78 Enjoying the music...
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Presetting FM Radio Stations 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 a USB AC Adaptor (not supplied 101 Disconnecting the IC recorder from the AC outlet 101 Precautions 102 Specifications 104 Index 106 GB
Presetting FM Radio Stations 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 a USB AC Adaptor (not supplied 101 Disconnecting the IC recorder from the AC outlet 101 Precautions 102 Specifications 104 Index 106 GB
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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 Checking the Contents of the Package IC Recorder (1) Remove the film on the display window before 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 Checking the Contents of the Package IC Recorder (1) Remove the film on the display window before you use the IC recorder.
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... back repeatedly. Selected message number/Total number of messages in the folder LCF (Low Cut Filter) indicator Appears when a folder for messages recorded using the IC recorder is selected and the LCF function is set to "ON" in the menu. 10GB Microphone sensitivity indicator Displays the microphone sensitivity. (high) : To...
... back repeatedly. Selected message number/Total number of messages in the folder LCF (Low Cut Filter) indicator Appears when a folder for messages recorded using the IC recorder is selected and the LCF function is set to "ON" in the menu. 10GB Microphone sensitivity indicator Displays the microphone sensitivity. (high) : To...
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Clock setting display appears and the year section flashes when you insert battery for the first time, or when you insert battery after you remove the battery. Note Do not use the IC recorder. 2 Insert one LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery with correct polarity, and close the lid. Please... are not erased even when you remove the battery. When replacing the battery, the clock continues moving for about 3 minutes after the IC recorder has been without battery for a certain period of time. Getting Started Step 1: Preparing a Power Source Remove the film on page 15 to "...
Clock setting display appears and the year section flashes when you insert battery for the first time, or when you insert battery after you remove the battery. Note Do not use the IC recorder. 2 Insert one LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery with correct polarity, and close the lid. Please... are not erased even when you remove the battery. When replacing the battery, the clock continues moving for about 3 minutes after the IC recorder has been without battery for a certain period of time. Getting Started Step 1: Preparing a Power Source Remove the film on page 15 to "...
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... Approx. 5 hr. - Battery remain indication : Replace the old battery with a new one. : "LOW BATTERY" appears and the IC recorder will stop operation. Playback*2 through speaker Approx. 17 hr. Approx. 40 hr. Approx. 13 hr. 30 min. Approx. 41 hr. using .... 16 hr. recording 30 min. 30 min. (hr. : hours/min. : minutes) Recording STLP*5 SP*6 mode Recording Approx. 15 hr. Approx. 16 hr. 30 min. 30 min. using Sony LR03 (SG) (size AAA) alkaline battery Recording ST*3 mode STSP*4 Recording Approx. 13 hr. Approx. 5 hr. recording FM reception : ...
... Approx. 5 hr. - Battery remain indication : Replace the old battery with a new one. : "LOW BATTERY" appears and the IC recorder will stop operation. Playback*2 through speaker Approx. 17 hr. Approx. 40 hr. Approx. 13 hr. 30 min. Approx. 41 hr. using .... 16 hr. recording 30 min. 30 min. (hr. : hours/min. : minutes) Recording STLP*5 SP*6 mode Recording Approx. 15 hr. Approx. 16 hr. 30 min. 30 min. using Sony LR03 (SG) (size AAA) alkaline battery Recording ST*3 mode STSP*4 Recording Approx. 13 hr. Approx. 5 hr. recording FM reception : ...
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...5 hr. - FM reception : Approx. 6 hr. (hr. : hours/min. : minutes) *1 The battery life may shorten depending on how you operate the IC recorder. *2 When playing back music through speaker Approx. 19 hr. Approx. 14 hr. 30 min. 30 min. Approx. 18 hr. Approx. 5 hr. Approx. ... speaker Approx. 18 hr. recording 30 min. 30 min. (hr. : hours/min. : minutes) Recording LP*7 mode Music file (128 kbps/ 44.1 kHz) Recording Approx. 17 hr. - 30 min. recording 30 min. Approx. 46 hr. using Sony NH-AAA rechargeable battery Recording ST*3 mode STSP*4 Recording Approx. 14 hr. Playback ...
...5 hr. - FM reception : Approx. 6 hr. (hr. : hours/min. : minutes) *1 The battery life may shorten depending on how you operate the IC recorder. *2 When playing back music through speaker Approx. 19 hr. Approx. 14 hr. 30 min. 30 min. Approx. 18 hr. Approx. 5 hr. Approx. ... speaker Approx. 18 hr. recording 30 min. 30 min. (hr. : hours/min. : minutes) Recording LP*7 mode Music file (128 kbps/ 44.1 kHz) Recording Approx. 17 hr. - 30 min. recording 30 min. Approx. 46 hr. using Sony NH-AAA rechargeable battery Recording ST*3 mode STSP*4 Recording Approx. 14 hr. Playback ...
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..., "SET DATE & TIME" appears, and then the year section flashes in red. This is accessing data, do not remove the battery or connect or disconnect the USB AC adaptor (not supplied). Doing so may damage the data. Note If the IC recorder is required to use the alarm function or... record the date and time. 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 the display...
..., "SET DATE & TIME" appears, and then the year section flashes in red. This is accessing data, do not remove the battery or connect or disconnect the USB AC adaptor (not supplied). Doing so may damage the data. Note If the IC recorder is required to use the alarm function or... record the date and time. 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 the display...
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..., day, hour, and minute in the menu. Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode. Setting the clock using the menu While the IC recorder is in the stop mode. Press or on the control button to select "DETAIL MENU," and then press ENT. Press ...
..., day, hour, and minute in the menu. Press and hold /MENU to enter the menu mode. Setting the clock using the menu While the IC recorder is in the stop mode. Press or on the control button to select "DETAIL MENU," and then press ENT. Press ...
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...Off Turning the power off within a few seconds. "HOLD" lights up and the key mark flashes and then "POWER OFF" is displayed. Tips When you are not using the IC recorder, you can prevent the battery from getting weak quickly by turning the power off automatically. (...Press any button to turn off the IC recorder. When 10 minutes have passed after you are not going to use the IC recorder for a long time, we recommend to show the display.) 18GB The IC recorder is turned on, and an accessing animation is displayed. Turning...
...Off Turning the power off within a few seconds. "HOLD" lights up and the key mark flashes and then "POWER OFF" is displayed. Tips When you are not using the IC recorder, you can prevent the battery from getting weak quickly by turning the power off automatically. (...Press any button to turn off the IC recorder. When 10 minutes have passed after you are not going to use the IC recorder for a long time, we recommend to show the display.) 18GB The IC recorder is turned on, and an accessing animation is displayed. Turning...
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...current recording. Tips Messages recorded using this IC recorder will be recorded as your finger, etc., accidentally rubs or scratches the IC recorder during recording. Before making a recording, be sure to check the remaining battery/charging indicator (page 13). To avoid replacing battery during a long recording session... changed to a folder in which a message can be recorded, and the message will be recorded if an object, such as the last one in the folder. While the operation indicator is flashing or is lit in red or orange, do not remove...
...current recording. Tips Messages recorded using this IC recorder will be recorded as your finger, etc., accidentally rubs or scratches the IC recorder during recording. Before making a recording, be sure to check the remaining battery/charging indicator (page 13). To avoid replacing battery during a long recording session... changed to a folder in which a message can be recorded, and the message will be recorded if an object, such as the last one in the folder. While the operation indicator is flashing or is lit in red or orange, do not remove...
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...the recording. 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. Recording resumes from that point. * One hour after pausing recording, press (stop mode. Recording ...or - Monitoring the recording Connect the supplied stereo headphones to fast playback sound. on the control button, but the recording level is automatically released and the IC recorder enters the stop ).) review the current recording instantly Press ...
...the recording. 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. Recording resumes from that point. * One hour after pausing recording, press (stop mode. Recording ...or - Monitoring the recording Connect the supplied stereo headphones to fast playback sound. on the control button, but the recording level is automatically released and the IC recorder enters the stop ).) review the current recording instantly Press ...
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ENT /MENU You can select the recording mode in the menu when the IC recorder is set to "ST" when you purchase the IC recorder. 3 Press or on the control button to select "REC MODE" and then press ENT. Selecting the recording mode , 1 Press and hold /MENU to select "ST,""STSP,""STLP,""SP," or "LP," and then press ENT. 22GB The recording mode is stopped. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or on the control button to enter the menu mode.
ENT /MENU You can select the recording mode in the menu when the IC recorder is set to "ST" when you purchase the IC recorder. 3 Press or on the control button to select "REC MODE" and then press ENT. Selecting the recording mode , 1 Press and hold /MENU to select "ST,""STSP,""STLP,""SP," or "LP," and then press ENT. 22GB The recording mode is stopped. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2 Press or on the control button to enter the menu mode.
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The microphone sensitivity is set the microphone sensitivity in the menu when the IC recorder is stopped or is recording. HIGH (H): To record at meetings or in a noisy place. 24GB LOW (L): To record dictation, or record in a quiet and/or spacious place. Setting the microphone sensitivity , 1 Press and hold /MENU to select "MIC ... on the control button to select "HIGH (H),""LOW (L)," and then press ENT. ENT /MENU You can set to "HIGH (H)" when you purchase the IC recorder. 3 Press or on the control button to enter the menu mode.
The microphone sensitivity is set the microphone sensitivity in the menu when the IC recorder is stopped or is recording. HIGH (H): To record at meetings or in a noisy place. 24GB LOW (L): To record dictation, or record in a quiet and/or spacious place. Setting the microphone sensitivity , 1 Press and hold /MENU to select "MIC ... on the control button to select "HIGH (H),""LOW (L)," and then press ENT. ENT /MENU You can set to "HIGH (H)" when you purchase the IC recorder. 3 Press or on the control button to enter the menu mode.
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When you set to "OFF" when you purchase the IC recorder. the LCF function , ENT /MENU 1 Press and hold /MENU to select "ON," and then press ENT. therefore you cut out a low frequency to "ON" in step 3. 25GB Recording/Playback Messages Cutting out low frequency - To cancel the LCF function... Set "LCF (LOW CUT)" to "OFF" in the stop or recording mode, you can record a message more clearly. The LCF function is set the LCF (Low Cut Filter) function to reduce the roaring noise from wind, etc.; ...
When you set to "OFF" when you purchase the IC recorder. the LCF function , ENT /MENU 1 Press and hold /MENU to select "ON," and then press ENT. therefore you cut out a low frequency to "ON" in step 3. 25GB Recording/Playback Messages Cutting out low frequency - To cancel the LCF function... Set "LCF (LOW CUT)" to "OFF" in the stop or recording mode, you can record a message more clearly. The LCF function is set the LCF (Low Cut Filter) function to reduce the roaring noise from wind, etc.; ...
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...," and then press ENT. 3 Press or on the control button to make the IC recorder start recording when the IC recorder detects sound, and pause when no sound is set the VOR (Voice Operated Recording) function to "ON," to select "ON," and then press ENT. You can set to "OFF" ...when you purchase the IC recorder. 4 Press (stop) to enter the menu mode. " " and " " appear in response to sound - the VOR function...
...," and then press ENT. 3 Press or on the control button to make the IC recorder start recording when the IC recorder detects sound, and pause when no sound is set the VOR (Voice Operated Recording) function to "ON," to select "ON," and then press ENT. You can set to "OFF" ...when you purchase the IC recorder. 4 Press (stop) to enter the menu mode. " " and " " appear in response to sound - the VOR function...
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... VOR function is affected by the sound around you press (record/pause) to pause recording when "VOR" is detected and " "and " " flash. When the IC recorder detects sound again, the recording starts again. Dividing a message into two during recording DIVIDE You can divide a message during recording so that the message is divided into two parts, and a new...
... VOR function is affected by the sound around you press (record/pause) to pause recording when "VOR" is detected and " "and " " flash. When the IC recorder detects sound again, the recording starts again. Dividing a message into two during recording DIVIDE You can divide a message during recording so that the message is divided into two parts, and a new...
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If the input level is automatically supplied to the microphone from the IC recorder. 29GB Recording/Playback Messages , 3 Press (stop mode. When a plug in power type microphone is connected, power is not strong enough...press ENT. "SELECT INPUT" appears in microphones are automatically cut off. The built-in the display window. 2 Press or on the IC recorder. Recording with an external microphone Stereo microphone To the (microphone) jack 1 Connect an external microphone to the (microphone) jack when the...
If the input level is automatically supplied to the microphone from the IC recorder. 29GB Recording/Playback Messages , 3 Press (stop mode. When a plug in power type microphone is connected, power is not strong enough...press ENT. "SELECT INPUT" appears in microphones are automatically cut off. The built-in the display window. 2 Press or on the IC recorder. Recording with an external microphone Stereo microphone To the (microphone) jack 1 Connect an external microphone to the (microphone) jack when the...