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4-156-541-14(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 China
4-156-541-14(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 China
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... whenever you have any changes or modifications not expressly approved in the space provided below. Record the serial number in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this model manufactured for help. INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found ...or an experienced radio/TV technician for sale in accordance with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the version of Conformity Trade Name : SONY Mode : PCM-M10 Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is connected. Refer to radio communications. FOR UNITED STATES CUSTOMERS. NOT ...
... whenever you have any changes or modifications not expressly approved in the space provided below. Record the serial number in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this model manufactured for help. INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found ...or an experienced radio/TV technician for sale in accordance with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the version of Conformity Trade Name : SONY Mode : PCM-M10 Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is connected. Refer to radio communications. FOR UNITED STATES CUSTOMERS. NOT ...
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...data due to problems of the PCM recorder or computer. • Depending on the types of the copyright holders. • Sony is written in part, may not be governed by the PCM recorder. Notice for the PCM-M10 linear PCM Recorder. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY CORPORATION BE LIABLE FOR ANY ...169; 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 Sony Corporation Documentation ©2009 Sony Corporation All rights reserved. The PCM recorder is limited to : - • The recorded music is not functioning normally. - This manual or the software described herein, in whole or ...
...data due to problems of the PCM recorder or computer. • Depending on the types of the copyright holders. • Sony is written in part, may not be governed by the PCM recorder. Notice for the PCM-M10 linear PCM Recorder. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY CORPORATION BE LIABLE FOR ANY ...169; 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 Sony Corporation Documentation ©2009 Sony Corporation All rights reserved. The PCM recorder is limited to : - • The recorded music is not functioning normally. - This manual or the software described herein, in whole or ...
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...Preventing sound distortion- Table of Contents Techniques for Better Recording 7 Getting Started Step 1: Checking the Contents of the PCM recorder 21 Basic Operations Recording 22 Listening 26 Deleting 30 Other Recording Operations Changing the Recording Method 32 Recording using the menu ........17 Step 5: Setting the ...17 Setting the clock using the remote commander 32 Manual recording 33 Recording a few seconds in the Display Window 19 Preventing Accidental Operation - HOLD 21 Locking the buttons of the PCM recorder 21 Unlocking the buttons of the Package 10 Index ...
...Preventing sound distortion- Table of Contents Techniques for Better Recording 7 Getting Started Step 1: Checking the Contents of the PCM recorder 21 Basic Operations Recording 22 Listening 26 Deleting 30 Other Recording Operations Changing the Recording Method 32 Recording using the menu ........17 Step 5: Setting the ...17 Setting the clock using the remote commander 32 Manual recording 33 Recording a few seconds in the Display Window 19 Preventing Accidental Operation - HOLD 21 Locking the buttons of the PCM recorder 21 Unlocking the buttons of the Package 10 Index ...
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...tracks in a folder 69 About the Menu Function Making Settings for the Menu 71 Menu settings 72 Utilizing Your Computer Using the PCM recorder with the headphones or external speakers 50 Quickly locating the point you wish to start playback - Other Playback Operations Changing the ... Your Computer 87 Copying Files from Your Computer 91 5GB Data Storage Function ...........90 Disconnecting the PCM Recorder from Your Computer to the PCM recorder and Playing Them Back 88 Using the PCM Recorder as a USB Memory - Easy Search 51 Selecting the playback mode 51 Playing back repeatedly 52...
...tracks in a folder 69 About the Menu Function Making Settings for the Menu 71 Menu settings 72 Utilizing Your Computer Using the PCM recorder with the headphones or external speakers 50 Quickly locating the point you wish to start playback - Other Playback Operations Changing the ... Your Computer 87 Copying Files from Your Computer 91 5GB Data Storage Function ...........90 Disconnecting the PCM Recorder from Your Computer to the PCM recorder and Playing Them Back 88 Using the PCM Recorder as a USB Memory - Easy Search 51 Selecting the playback mode 51 Playing back repeatedly 52...
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Copyright laws prohibit other data is limited to describe Memory Stick Micro™ media. 6 GB M2™ is the abbreviated product name for recording copyright-protected graphics or other forms of use beyond those restriction is used to the restrictions specified under applicable copyright laws. Any use without the ... 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 compatible with Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™) media.
Copyright laws prohibit other data is limited to describe Memory Stick Micro™ media. 6 GB M2™ is the abbreviated product name for recording copyright-protected graphics or other forms of use beyond those restriction is used to the restrictions specified under applicable copyright laws. Any use without the ... 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 compatible with Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™) media.
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Techniques for Better Recording The PCM-M10 linear PCM recorder allows you to enjoy high-quality recording in microphones face the sound box of situations. REC LEVEL AUTO MIC SENS(ATT) • When recording near the piano: LOW • When recording far from the guitar. • Set the PCM recorder so that its built-in a variety of the guitar. • To...
Techniques for Better Recording The PCM-M10 linear PCM recorder allows you to enjoy high-quality recording in microphones face the sound box of situations. REC LEVEL AUTO MIC SENS(ATT) • When recording near the piano: LOW • When recording far from the guitar. • Set the PCM recorder so that its built-in a variety of the guitar. • To...
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...: HI z Tips for setup • Use a tripod or other device to set the PCM recorder as close to the lead instrument as possible. • While monitoring recording, move the PCM recorder 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...
...: HI z Tips for setup • Use a tripod or other device to set the PCM recorder as close to the lead instrument as possible. • While monitoring recording, move the PCM recorder 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...
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... LIMITER ON (menu setting) z Tips for setup • Connect the line output jack of an electronic piano to the LINE IN jack of the PCM recorder with a cable (not supplied). • Adjust the recording level to the stage as close to the conductor or to the optimum with the REC LEVEL dial. For...
... LIMITER ON (menu setting) z Tips for setup • Connect the line output jack of an electronic piano to the LINE IN jack of the PCM recorder with a cable (not supplied). • Adjust the recording level to the stage as close to the conductor or to the optimum with the REC LEVEL dial. For...
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... not expressly approved in this equipment. 10 GB You are cautioned that supports editing and CD creation on the display window before you use the PCM recorder. Getting Started Step 1: Checking the Contents of the software, see the "Sound Forge™ Audio Studio LE Guide." For an introduction to installation of the...
... not expressly approved in this equipment. 10 GB You are cautioned that supports editing and CD creation on the display window before you use the PCM recorder. Getting Started Step 1: Checking the Contents of the software, see the "Sound Forge™ Audio Studio LE Guide." For an introduction to installation of the...
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FR/ V (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 Getting Started Index to parts and controls Front L (repeat) A-B button M DISPLAY button N REC LEVEL (recording level) dial O POWER/HOLD switch P REMOTE jack Q ACCESS indicator R T-MARK (track mark) button S Strap hole Rear A Peak level L/R (-12 dB/OVER) indicators ...
FR/ V (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 Getting Started Index to parts and controls Front L (repeat) A-B button M DISPLAY button N REC LEVEL (recording level) dial O POWER/HOLD switch P REMOTE jack Q ACCESS indicator R T-MARK (track mark) button S Strap hole Rear A Peak level L/R (-12 dB/OVER) indicators ...
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... 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; W REC LEVEL (recording level) MANUAL/AUTO switch X Hole for operations, or to identify each terminal. Remote commander (supplied) 1 X PAUSE button 2 x STOP button 3 OPR (Operation) indicator 4 Connecting plug 5 z REC...
... 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; W REC LEVEL (recording level) MANUAL/AUTO switch X Hole for operations, or to identify each terminal. Remote commander (supplied) 1 X PAUSE button 2 x STOP button 3 OPR (Operation) indicator 4 Connecting plug 5 z REC...
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... handle it down until the lid is detached Getting Started 2 Insert the two supplied LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries into the opening on the PCM recorder (1), and then align the other projected part of the lid along the slit of the arrow. To use rechargeable batteries with the 3 and ...# ends in the direction of the PCM recorder (2) as illustrated above. When using rechargeable batteries You can use rechargeable 13GB If this occurs, insert a projected part at one end of the ...
... handle it down until the lid is detached Getting Started 2 Insert the two supplied LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries into the opening on the PCM recorder (1), and then align the other projected part of the lid along the slit of the arrow. To use rechargeable batteries with the 3 and ...# ends in the direction of the PCM recorder (2) as illustrated above. When using rechargeable batteries You can use rechargeable 13GB If this occurs, insert a projected part at one end of the ...
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...not mix different types of the "Detail Menu." Battery remain indication : "Low Battery Level" appears. With this PCM recorder. • When replacing the batteries, tracks recorded are inserted, the battery indicator may not show the full status. • Use a charger to recharge batteries at... batteries: BCG-34HS2K When to replace batteries When using batteries, the battery indicator on page 71. Quick battery charger for the PCM recorder: - z Tips • Do not use manganese batteries for this setting, the battery remain indicator for the rechargeable batteries will...
...not mix different types of the "Detail Menu." Battery remain indication : "Low Battery Level" appears. With this PCM recorder. • When replacing the batteries, tracks recorded are inserted, the battery indicator may not show the full status. • Use a charger to recharge batteries at... batteries: BCG-34HS2K When to replace batteries When using batteries, the battery indicator on page 71. Quick battery charger for the PCM recorder: - z Tips • Do not use manganese batteries for this setting, the battery remain indicator for the rechargeable batteries will...
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... on Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in the stop mode for about 10 minutes or longer, the window display turns off automatically and the PCM recorder enters the sleep mode. appears on and in the direction of "Accessing..." When you turn the power off Slide the POWER/HOLD switch ...memory while "Accessing..." During this time, do not remove or insert batteries and do not use the PCM recorder for more than 2 seconds, and an animation of time, it is displayed. You can operate the PCM recorder by pressing a button. 16 GB Turning the power off and remove the batteries. • When...
... on Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in the stop mode for about 10 minutes or longer, the window display turns off automatically and the PCM recorder enters the sleep mode. appears on and in the direction of "Accessing..." When you turn the power off Slide the POWER/HOLD switch ...memory while "Accessing..." During this time, do not remove or insert batteries and do not use the PCM recorder for more than 2 seconds, and an animation of time, it is displayed. You can operate the PCM recorder by pressing a button. 16 GB Turning the power off and remove the batteries. • When...
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Getting Started Step 4: Setting the Clock > FF/ v, . Setting the clock using the menu While the PCM recorder is turned on the display. Then the "Clock" display of the clock. FR/ V to set month, day, hour, and minute in the display window. 2 Press x ... clock has been set the clock using the date and time of the menu appears, and the year section flashes in sequence. N PLAY/ ENTER x STOP Recorded audio files (tracks) are named using the menu. 1 Select "Clock" in the menu in the stop mode. 17GB When the...
Getting Started Step 4: Setting the Clock > FF/ v, . Setting the clock using the menu While the PCM recorder is turned on the display. Then the "Clock" display of the clock. FR/ V to set month, day, hour, and minute in the display window. 2 Press x ... clock has been set the clock using the date and time of the menu appears, and the year section flashes in sequence. N PLAY/ ENTER x STOP Recorded audio files (tracks) are named using the menu. 1 Select "Clock" in the menu in the stop mode. 17GB When the...
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... the clock setting data, the clock setting mode is cancelled and the window will be displayed. 3 Press > FF/ v or . P Notes • If you leave the PCM recorder for approximately 3 minutes or longer, with no batteries inserted, the clock is reset to the stop mode display. The menu mode window will return to...
... the clock setting data, the clock setting mode is cancelled and the window will be displayed. 3 Press > FF/ v or . P Notes • If you leave the PCM recorder for approximately 3 minutes or longer, with no batteries inserted, the clock is reset to the stop mode display. The menu mode window will return to...
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HOLD Locking the buttons of the PCM recorder Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in the direction of the PCM recorder are locked to the PCM recorder. 21GB P Note When the HOLD function is activated, you can start, pause, or stop recording, cancel the HOLD function first. Getting Started Preventing Accidental Operation - z Tip Even if the HOLD function is...
HOLD Locking the buttons of the PCM recorder Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in the direction of the PCM recorder are locked to the PCM recorder. 21GB P Note When the HOLD function is activated, you can start, pause, or stop recording, cancel the HOLD function first. Getting Started Preventing Accidental Operation - z Tip Even if the HOLD function is...
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FR/ V to select the folder in the stop mode. 2 Press > FF/ v or . Selecting a folder 1 Press to record tracks ( FOLDER01-10). When you want to display the folder selection window in which 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 Basic Operations Recording P Note Before making a recording, turn on the power of the PCM recorder.
FR/ V to select the folder in the stop mode. 2 Press > FF/ v or . Selecting a folder 1 Press to record tracks ( FOLDER01-10). When you want to display the folder selection window in which 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 Basic Operations Recording P Note Before making a recording, turn on the power of the PCM recorder.
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...dial adjustment is enabled when you select "AUTO," the recording level will be recorded, and press X PAUSE, or N PLAY/ENTER. The z REC indicator lights in red and the X PAUSE indicator flashes in R micro- Basic Operations Starting recording (automatic recording) 1 Set the REC LEVEL switch to "AUTO," and... press z REC in the stop mode to be recorded at the end in the selected folder. You can change the microphone sensitivity with ...
...dial adjustment is enabled when you select "AUTO," the recording level will be recorded, and press X PAUSE, or N PLAY/ENTER. The z REC indicator lights in red and the X PAUSE indicator flashes in R micro- Basic Operations Starting recording (automatic recording) 1 Set the REC LEVEL switch to "AUTO," and... press z REC in the stop mode to be recorded at the end in the selected folder. You can change the microphone sensitivity with ...
