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IC Recorder Operating Instructions ICD-PX312 4-267-065-11(2) Getting Started Basic Operations Other Recording Operations Other Playback Operations Editing Files About the Menu Function Utilizing Your Computer Additional Information Troubleshooting Index
IC Recorder Operating Instructions ICD-PX312 4-267-065-11(2) Getting Started Basic Operations Other Recording Operations Other Playback Operations Editing Files About the Menu Function Utilizing Your Computer Additional Information Troubleshooting Index
Operating Instructions
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... to operate this product, you call : Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/ Declaration of the text and characters, the text shown on the IC recorder may not cause harmful interference, and (2) ...IC recorder. - Refer to problems of the IC recorder or computer. • Depending on device. These limits are cautioned that any interference received, including interference that to : - This equipment generates, uses and can be displayed properly on the types of Conformity Trade Name : SONY Model : ICD-PX312 Responsible Party : Sony...
... to operate this product, you call : Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/ Declaration of the text and characters, the text shown on the IC recorder may not cause harmful interference, and (2) ...IC recorder. - Refer to problems of the IC recorder or computer. • Depending on device. These limits are cautioned that any interference received, including interference that to : - This equipment generates, uses and can be displayed properly on the types of Conformity Trade Name : SONY Model : ICD-PX312 Responsible Party : Sony...
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...permission of Memory Stick™ media for recording copyright-protected graphics or other IC recorders. Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this document. 3GB What you record is prohibited. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY CORPORATION BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, ...This software is for personal enjoyment and use beyond those restriction is for the IC recorder ICD-PX312. You cannot connect other data is limited to any time without prior written approval from Sony Corporation. Any use only. Hereinafter, "M2™" is used for Macintosh...
...permission of Memory Stick™ media for recording copyright-protected graphics or other IC recorders. Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this document. 3GB What you record is prohibited. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY CORPORATION BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, ...This software is for personal enjoyment and use beyond those restriction is for the IC recorder ICD-PX312. You cannot connect other data is limited to any time without prior written approval from Sony Corporation. Any use only. Hereinafter, "M2™" is used for Macintosh...
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... and controls 9 Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD 11 Step 2: Preparing a Power Source ..........12 When to replace the batteries 13 Step 3: Turning the IC Recorder On .......14 Turning the power on a Memory Card 40 Recording via Other Devices 44 Recording with an external microphone 44 Recording from other equipment ........46 Operation during playback 36 Starting to sound -
... and controls 9 Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD 11 Step 2: Preparing a Power Source ..........12 When to replace the batteries 13 Step 3: Turning the IC Recorder On .......14 Turning the power on a Memory Card 40 Recording via Other Devices 44 Recording with an external microphone 44 Recording from other equipment ........46 Operation during playback 36 Starting to sound -
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... 74 Menu Settings 76 Utilizing Your Computer Using the IC Recorder with Your Computer 86 Connecting the IC recorder to your computer 86 Structure of folders and files 87 Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer 91 Copying Files from the IC Recorder to Your Computer 92 Copying MP3 Files from Your ...Computer to the IC Recorder and Playing Them Back 93 Copying an MP3 file from your computer to the IC recorder (drag and drop 93 Playing back MP3 files copied from your computer using the IC recorder 93 Using the IC Recorder as USB Memory 95 Using the Supplied...
... 74 Menu Settings 76 Utilizing Your Computer Using the IC Recorder with Your Computer 86 Connecting the IC recorder to your computer 86 Structure of folders and files 87 Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer 91 Copying Files from the IC Recorder to Your Computer 92 Copying MP3 Files from Your ...Computer to the IC Recorder and Playing Them Back 93 Copying an MP3 file from your computer to the IC recorder (drag and drop 93 Playing back MP3 files copied from your computer using the IC recorder 93 Using the IC Recorder as USB Memory 95 Using the Supplied...
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Additional Information Using a USB AC Adaptor 101 Disconnecting the IC recorder from the AC outlet 101 Precautions 103 Specifications 106 System requirements 106 Design and specifications 107 Battery life 110 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 111 Message List 119 System Limitations 124 Display Window Guide 125 Index 129 7GB
Additional Information Using a USB AC Adaptor 101 Disconnecting the IC recorder from the AC outlet 101 Precautions 103 Specifications 106 System requirements 106 Design and specifications 107 Battery life 110 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 111 Message List 119 System Limitations 124 Display Window Guide 125 Index 129 7GB
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To connect the IC recorder to a computer, make sure to operate this equipment. LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries (2) P Note When you use the supplied USB connecting cable. USB connecting cable (1) ... that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in some models in this manual could void your authority to use the IC recorder. Getting Started Step 1: Checking the Contents of the Package IC Recorder (1) Remove the film on the display window before you charge batteries, purchase NH-AAA-B2KN rechargeable batteries (not supplied). 8 GB...
To connect the IC recorder to a computer, make sure to operate this equipment. LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries (2) P Note When you use the supplied USB connecting cable. USB connecting cable (1) ... that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in some models in this manual could void your authority to use the IC recorder. Getting Started Step 1: Checking the Contents of the Package IC Recorder (1) Remove the film on the display window before you charge batteries, purchase NH-AAA-B2KN rechargeable batteries (not supplied). 8 GB...
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...unintentional operations (HOLD) You can stop the alarm playback by pressing any button when the HOLD function is activated during recording, all the button operations are disabled. To release the IC recorder from the HOLD status Getting Started Slide the HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch in the HOLD status "HOLD" ...appears if you carry the IC recorder, etc. P Note When the HOLD function is activated. Slide the HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch towards the center. z Tip Even if the HOLD...
...unintentional operations (HOLD) You can stop the alarm playback by pressing any button when the HOLD function is activated during recording, all the button operations are disabled. To release the IC recorder from the HOLD status Getting Started Slide the HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch in the HOLD status "HOLD" ...appears if you carry the IC recorder, etc. P Note When the HOLD function is activated. Slide the HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch towards the center. z Tip Even if the HOLD...
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...when you remove the batteries. • When replacing the batteries, the clock continues moving for about 1 minute after the IC recorder has been without batteries for this IC recorder. • When replacing the batteries, be sure to replace both batteries with correct polarity, and close the lid. z... Tips • When replacing the batteries, files recorded or alarm settings are not going to use the IC recorder. P Notes • Do not use two NH-AAA-B2KN rechargeable batteries (not supplied). Step 2: Preparing a ...
...when you remove the batteries. • When replacing the batteries, the clock continues moving for about 1 minute after the IC recorder has been without batteries for this IC recorder. • When replacing the batteries, be sure to replace both batteries with correct polarity, and close the lid. z... Tips • When replacing the batteries, files recorded or alarm settings are not going to use the IC recorder. P Notes • Do not use two NH-AAA-B2KN rechargeable batteries (not supplied). Step 2: Preparing a ...
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Replace the old batteries with new ones. Battery remain indicator : "Low Battery Level" appears. m : "Low Battery" appears and the IC recorder will stop operation. 13GB Getting Started When to replace the batteries The battery indicator in the display window shows the battery condition.
Replace the old batteries with new ones. Battery remain indicator : "Low Battery Level" appears. m : "Low Battery" appears and the IC recorder will stop operation. 13GB Getting Started When to replace the batteries The battery indicator in the display window shows the battery condition.
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...more than 1 second. The IC recorder turns off takes effect in the menu (page 85). 14 GB The IC recorder is displayed. z Tips • When you are not going to use the IC recorder for a long time, we recommend to turn off the IC recorder. • When the IC recorder is in the stop mode..., and you leave the IC recorder without attempting an operation for a ...
...more than 1 second. The IC recorder turns off takes effect in the menu (page 85). 14 GB The IC recorder is displayed. z Tips • When you are not going to use the IC recorder for a long time, we recommend to turn off the IC recorder. • When the IC recorder is in the stop mode..., and you leave the IC recorder without attempting an operation for a ...
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... sequence in the same way. Set the clock as follows: 1 Set the year. or >+ to use the alarm function or record the date and time. When you insert batteries after the IC recorder has been without batteries for more than 1 minute, "Set Date&Time" appears, and then the clock setting window appears. Step...
... sequence in the same way. Set the clock as follows: 1 Set the year. or >+ to use the alarm function or record the date and time. When you insert batteries after the IC recorder has been without batteries for more than 1 minute, "Set Date&Time" appears, and then the clock setting window appears. Step...
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... within 1 minute of files in the folder To display the current date and time While the IC recorder is recorded, the following window may be displayed. • When any button not intended for use in setting... press x (stop) to enter the menu mode. To set the clock using the menu While the IC recorder is canceled. Press and hold DISP/MENU to display the current date and time for about 3 seconds. ...84). 16 GB Then select "Detail Menu," then "Date&Time" to set the clock, use the IC recorder for the first time or when no file is in the stop mode window will be displayed. When...
... within 1 minute of files in the folder To display the current date and time While the IC recorder is recorded, the following window may be displayed. • When any button not intended for use in setting... press x (stop) to enter the menu mode. To set the clock using the menu While the IC recorder is canceled. Press and hold DISP/MENU to display the current date and time for about 3 seconds. ...84). 16 GB Then select "Detail Menu," then "Date&Time" to set the clock, use the IC recorder for the first time or when no file is in the stop mode window will be displayed. When...
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... Basic Operations Basic Operations Recording P Notes • Before making a recording, be sure to check the battery indicator (page 13). • Noise may be recorded if an object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubs or scratches the IC recorder during recording. z Tip Before you start recording, we recommend you want to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status...
... Basic Operations Basic Operations Recording P Notes • Before making a recording, be sure to check the battery indicator (page 13). • Noise may be recorded if an object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubs or scratches the IC recorder during recording. z Tip Before you start recording, we recommend you want to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status...
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... in the stop mode. Elapsed time of the current recording File number of the file being recorded/ the total number of the source to be automatically recorded after the last recorded file. 3 Place the IC recorder so that the built-in microphone face the direction of recorded files in the folder zTip You can switch the elapsed..." is set to "OFF" in the menu (page 83), the indicator does not light.) You do not need to press and hold z REC/PAUSE while recording.
... in the stop mode. Elapsed time of the current recording File number of the file being recorded/ the total number of the source to be automatically recorded after the last recorded file. 3 Place the IC recorder so that the built-in microphone face the direction of recorded files in the folder zTip You can switch the elapsed..." is set to "OFF" in the menu (page 83), the indicator does not light.) You do not need to press and hold z REC/PAUSE while recording.
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... appears and the IC x recorder stops at the beginning of the recorded file representing how early the file was recorded in orange. animation appears in the display window or the operation indicator flashes in a folder. The "Accessing..." While the IC recorder is recording data and storing it... on the memory media when the "Accessing..." You can locate the recorded file using its folder name and file number for playback later. Note while accessing The IC recorder is accessing data, do not ...
... appears and the IC x recorder stops at the beginning of the recorded file representing how early the file was recorded in orange. animation appears in the display window or the operation indicator flashes in a folder. The "Accessing..." While the IC recorder is recording data and storing it... on the memory media when the "Accessing..." You can locate the recorded file using its folder name and file number for playback later. Note while accessing The IC recorder is accessing data, do not ...
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... x (stop).) review the current Press N PLAY/STOP•ENTER. Recording stops and you pause recording, recording pause is automatically released and the IC recorder enters the stop resume recording recording after you can make new folders or erase unwanted folders using this IC recorder will also flash. review during recording or recording pause. When the remaining time of the file just...
... x (stop).) review the current Press N PLAY/STOP•ENTER. Recording stops and you pause recording, recording pause is automatically released and the IC recorder enters the stop resume recording recording after you can make new folders or erase unwanted folders using this IC recorder will also flash. review during recording or recording pause. When the remaining time of the file just...
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The stop mode window appears. 2 Select the file you want to adjust the volume. Playback will start soon, and the operation indicator will light in green. (When "LED" is set to "OFF" in the menu (page 83), the indicator does not light.) 4 Press VOL -/+ to play (page 25). 3 Press N PLAY/STOP•ENTER. Operation indicator N PLAY/ STOP•ENTER VOL -/+ 24 GB Listening Starting playback 1 Slide the HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status (page 11).
The stop mode window appears. 2 Select the file you want to adjust the volume. Playback will start soon, and the operation indicator will light in green. (When "LED" is set to "OFF" in the menu (page 83), the indicator does not light.) 4 Press VOL -/+ to play (page 25). 3 Press N PLAY/STOP•ENTER. Operation indicator N PLAY/ STOP•ENTER VOL -/+ 24 GB Listening Starting playback 1 Slide the HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status (page 11).
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When you purchase the IC recorder, there are 5 folders already available ( FOLDER01-05). x -., >+ 25GB To select a folder and file 1 Press (folder) to select a folder. or >+ to display the folder selection window. Current folder Current file number/the total number of files in the folder 2 Press -. Basic Operations To stop playback 1 Press x (stop).
When you purchase the IC recorder, there are 5 folders already available ( FOLDER01-05). x -., >+ 25GB To select a folder and file 1 Press (folder) to select a folder. or >+ to display the folder selection window. Current folder Current file number/the total number of files in the folder 2 Press -. Basic Operations To stop playback 1 Press x (stop).
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...ENTER. Basic Operations 27GB Other operations stop mode, keep the button pressed to skip the files continuously.*3) *1 When a track mark is set, the IC recorder goes backward or forward to the track mark before or after the current point (page 64). *2 These operations are for when "Easy Search" ...is set to "OFF" (page 49). *3 In the continuous searching mode, the IC recorder does not locate track marks. once.*1*2 the current file go back to previous files Press -. To resume playback from that point, (Playback Pause function) ...
...ENTER. Basic Operations 27GB Other operations stop mode, keep the button pressed to skip the files continuously.*3) *1 When a track mark is set, the IC recorder goes backward or forward to the track mark before or after the current point (page 64). *2 These operations are for when "Easy Search" ...is set to "OFF" (page 49). *3 In the continuous searching mode, the IC recorder does not locate track marks. once.*1*2 the current file go back to previous files Press -. To resume playback from that point, (Playback Pause function) ...