Sony Microcassette Recorder ICDUX523 G User Manual

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WARNING  
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At high volume, prolonged  
listening to the personal  
audio player can damage the  
users hearing.  
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Do not expose the batteries (battery  
pack or batteries installed) to excessive  
heat such as sunshine, fire or the like  
for a long time.  
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If you need to replace the  
headphones/earphones, please refer  
to the headphones/earphones model  
corresponding to your device and  
indicated below.  
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CAUTION  
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced  
by an incorrect type.  
Dispose of used batteries according to  
the instructions.  
MDR-E706  
The recorded music is limited to  
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic  
Equipment (Applicable in the European  
Union and other European countries  
with separate collection systems)  
private use only. Use of the music  
beyond this limit requires  
permission of the copyright  
holders.  
This symbol on the  
Sony is not responsible for  
incomplete recording/  
product or on its  
packaging indicates that  
downloading or damaged data due  
to problems of the IC recorder or  
computer.  
this product shall not be  
treated as household  
waste. Instead it shall be  
Depending on the types of the  
handed over to the applicable  
collection point for the recycling of  
electrical and electronic equipment.  
By ensuring this product is disposed  
of correctly, you will help prevent  
potential negative consequences for  
the environment and human health,  
which could otherwise be caused by  
inappropriate waste handling of this  
product. The recycling of materials  
will help to conserve natural  
resources. For more detailed  
information about recycling of this  
product, please contact your local  
Civic Office, your household waste  
disposal service or the shop where  
you purchased the product.  
text and characters, the text  
shown on the IC recorder may  
not be displayed properly on  
device. This is due to:  
— The capacity of the connected  
IC recorder.  
— The IC recorder is not  
functioning normally.  
— Content information is  
written in the language or the  
character that is not  
supported by the IC recorder.  
For the customers in China  
RATED CURRENT  
CONSUMPTION: 800 mA  
Applicable accessory: Headphones  
AC adaptor: AC-NWUM50  
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For more detailed information about  
recycling of this product or battery,  
please contact your local Civic Office,  
your household waste disposal service  
or the shop where you purchased the  
product.  
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Disposal of waste batteries (applicable  
in the European Union and other  
European countries with separate  
collection systems)  
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This symbol on the battery  
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or on the packaging  
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indicates that the battery  
provided with this product  
Notice for the customers: the following  
information is only applicable to  
equipment sold in the countries  
applying EU directives  
shall not be treated as household  
waste.  
On certain batteries this symbol  
might be used in combination with a  
chemical symbol. The chemical  
symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead  
(Pb) are added if the battery contains  
more than 0.0005% mercury or  
0.004% lead.  
The manufacturer of this product is  
Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan  
Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan.  
The Authorized Representative for  
EMC and product safety is Sony  
Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger  
Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.  
For any service or guarantee matters  
please refer to the addresses given in  
separate service or guarantee  
By ensuring these batteries are  
disposed of correctly, you will help  
prevent potentially negative  
consequences for the environment  
and human health which could  
otherwise be caused by inappropriate  
waste handling of the battery. The  
recycling of the materials will help to  
conserve natural resources.  
In case of products that for safety,  
performance or data integrity reasons  
require a permanent connection with  
an incorporated battery, this battery  
should be replaced by qualified  
service staff only.  
documents.  
To prevent possible hearing  
damage, do not listen at  
high volume levels for long  
periods.  
To ensure that the battery will be  
treated properly, hand over the  
product at end-of-life to the  
applicable collection point for the  
recycling of electrical and electronic  
equipment.  
For all other batteries, please view the  
section on how to remove the battery  
from the product safely. Hand the  
battery over to the applicable  
collection point for the recycling of  
waste batteries.  
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Notice for users  
What you record is for personal  
enjoyment and use only. Copyright  
laws prohibit other forms of use  
without the permission of the  
copyright holders.  
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All rights reserved. This manual or  
the software described herein, in  
whole or in part, may not be  
reproduced, translated or reduced to  
any machine readable form without  
prior written approval from Sony  
Corporation.  
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CORPORATION BE LIABLE FOR  
ANY INCIDENTAL,  
CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL  
DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON  
TORT, CONTRACT, OR  
OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR  
IN CONNECTION WITH THIS  
MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE OR  
OTHER INFORMATION  
CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE  
THEREOF.  
Sony Corporation reserves the right to  
make any modification to this manual  
or the information contained herein at  
any time without notice.  
The software described herein may  
also be governed by the terms of a  
separate user license agreement.  
This software is for Windows and  
cannot be used for Macintosh.  
The supplied connection support  
cable is for the IC recorder ICD-  
UX522/UX522F/UX523/UX523F.  
You cannot connect other IC  
recorders.  
Display windows in this manual  
may differ from what are actually  
displayed on your IC recorder  
depending on the area you  
purchased the IC recorder and the  
settings you have made.  
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Preparing the Recorder  
Preparing the recorder  
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Checking the Parts and Controls  
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Front  
  (play)/ENTER button*  
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MENU button  
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FOLDER button  
T-MARK (Track mark) button  
  (microphone) jack*  
  (headphone) jack  
ERASE button  
VOL (volume) –/+* button  
(repeat) A-B button  
NOISE CUT switch  
These buttons and the jack have a tactile  
dot. Use it as a reference point for  
operations, or to identify each terminal.  
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Operation indicator  
Built-in microphones (stereo) (L)  
Built-in microphones (stereo) (R)  
Display window  
  REC (record)/PAUSE button  
  STOP button  
Control button (, /   
(review/fast backward),   
(cue/fast forward))  
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Preparing the Recorder  
Rear  
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Strap hole  
(A strap is not supplied.)  
Speaker  
USB DIRECT slide lever  
HOLD•POWER switch  
DPC(SPEED CTRL) switch  
microSD memory card slot  
(The card slot is in the battery  
compartment.)  
Battery compartment  
Strap hole  
(A strap is not supplied.)  
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Using the Display Window  
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Display when stopped  
Microphone sensitivity indicator  
: High  
: Medium  
: Low  
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File information  
Displays the information for each  
file according to the file information  
type (folder name, title name, artist  
name, file name).  
Note  
Operating guide for switching file  
The above window and the other windows  
in this section display indications,  
numbers, or items for explanatory  
purposes. The actual windows may differ  
from those displayed here.  
information  
You can switch the file information  
display in sequence by pressing or  
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Operation mode indicator  
Displays the following, depending  
on the current operation of the IC  
recorder.  
Newly arriving podcast indication  
Scene select indication  
Displays the currently selected scene  
used for recording. Appears when a  
scene is set.  
: stop  
: playback  
: recording  
: recording pause (flashing)  
: recording with the VOR  
function  
: recording pause with the  
VOR function (flashing)  
If you press REC/PAUSE to  
pause recording when “VOR” is  
set to “ON” in the menu, only  
: Meeting  
: Voice Notes  
: Interview  
: Lecture  
: Audio IN  
: My Scene  
File information type indicator  
: A folder where you can record a  
file  
” flashes.  
: synchronized recording  
: synchronized recording  
: A folder for playback only  
: A folder for podcast files  
: Title name  
: Artist name  
: File name  
pause (flashing)  
: review/fast backward, cue/  
fast forward  
: going backward/forward  
continuously  
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Elapsed time/Remaining time/  
Recording date and time  
indication  
Protect indicator  
Appears when the protection is set  
for a file.  
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Track mark indicator  
Memory card indication  
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Displays the track mark number just  
before the current position. Appears  
when a track mark is set for a file.  
Appears when “Memory Card” is  
selected as “Select Memory.”  
When “Built-In Memory” is  
selected, no indication is displayed.  
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Alarm indicator  
LCF (Low Cut Filter) indicator  
Appears when “LCF(Low Cut)” is  
set to “ON” in the menu.  
Appears when the alarm is set in a  
file.  
File number  
Battery indicator  
The selected file number is displayed  
in the numerator and the total  
number of files in the folder is  
displayed in the denominator.  
Remaining recording time  
Displays the remaining recording  
time in hours, minutes, and seconds.  
If there is more than 10 hours time  
remaining, the time is displayed in  
hours.  
If there is more than 10 minutes and  
less than 10 hours time remaining,  
the time is displayed in hours and  
minutes.  
Recording mode indicator  
Displays the recording mode set  
using the menu when the IC  
recorder is in the stop mode or  
recording mode, and displays the  
recording mode of the current file  
when the IC recorder is in the  
playback mode.  
If there is less than 10 minutes time  
remaining, the time is displayed in  
minutes and seconds.  
: LPCM file recorded or  
transferred with the IC recorder  
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: MP3 file recorded or  
transferred with the IC recorder  
When the files are transferred from  
your computer, file formats only  
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: WMA files transferred  
: AAC-LC files transferred  
Displays as follows when the IC  
recorder cannot get the recording  
mode.  
: Unknown  
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Display when recording  
Display during playback  
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Recording level guide display  
Displays the recording level and the  
optimum level for recording.  
Playback mode indicator  
1: Appears when a file is played  
back.  
: Appears when files in one folder  
are played back continuously.  
ALL: Appears when all the files are  
played back continuously.  
1: Appears when one file is played  
back repeatedly.  
: Appears when files in one  
folder are played back repeatedly.  
ALL: Appears when all the files  
are played back repeatedly.  
Noise cut/Effect indicator  
Appears when the NOISE CUT  
switch is set to “ON,” or “Effect” is  
set in the menu.  
: Noise cut  
: Pop  
: Rock  
: Jazz  
: Bass1  
: Bass2  
: Custom  
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Display when listening to an FM radio  
broadcast  
Display when recording an FM radio  
broadcast  
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(for ICD-UX522F/UX523F only)  
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FM indicator  
Recording progress animation  
display  
Displays the progress of an FM radio  
recording in animation.  
Preset number  
Radio frequency  
Receiver sensitivity  
: LOCAL  
: DX  
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Display in the HOLD status  
Display of the current date and time  
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Current date display  
HOLD indicator  
Displays the current date (year,  
month, and day) for 3 seconds when  
you press STOP in the stop mode.  
e.g.: 11y01m01d (January 1, 2011)  
Appears when the IC recorder is in  
the HOLD status to prevent  
unintentional operations.  
To release the HOLD status, slide  
the HOLD•POWER switch towards  
Current time display  
the center ( p. 16).  
Displays the current time (hour and  
minutes) for 3 seconds when you  
press STOP in the stop mode.  
e.g.: 12:00 (24-Hour time  
display)/12:00 PM (12-Hour time  
display)  
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Display during FOLDER selection  
Display during MENU operation  
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Tabs  
Menu tabs  
Displays the menu tabs:  
: Recording  
Displays the types (recordable or  
playback-only) of areas and memory  
available:  
: Playback  
(Voice): Recordable area used to  
manage files recorded with the  
IC recorder.  
(Music): Playback-only area  
used to manage music files  
transferred from your  
computer.  
(Podcast): Playback-only area  
used to manage podcast files  
transferred from your  
computer.  
: Edit  
: Display  
: IC recorder settings  
: FM radio (for ICD-UX522F/  
UX523F only)  
Menu items  
Displays the menu items of the  
selected menu tab.  
(Built-in memory) : Appears  
when you insert a memory card  
and set the memory to the  
built-in memory.  
(Memory card) : Appears when  
you insert a memory card and  
set the memory to the memory  
card.  
Folders  
Displays the folders contained in the  
selected tab.  
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Preparing the Recorder  
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Preventing Unintentional Operations (HOLD)  
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You can disable all the buttons (HOLD) in order to prevent unintentional  
operations when you carry the IC recorder, etc.  
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To disable the button operations (HOLD status)  
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Slide the HOLD•POWER switch in the direction of “HOLD” to disable the  
buttons while the power is on.  
“HOLD” will appear for approximately 3 seconds, indicating that all the button  
operations are disabled.  
To enable the button operations  
Slide the HOLD•POWER switch towards the center.  
Note  
When the HOLD function is activated during recording, all the button operations are  
disabled. To stop recording, cancel the HOLD function first.  
Hint  
Even if the HOLD function is activated, you can stop the alarm playback by pressing any  
button. (You cannot stop normal playback.)  
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Maintaining the Moderate Volume Level (AVLS)  
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(For European models only)  
The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function allows you to listen to  
the sound at a moderate volume level when using the headphones. The AVLS  
function limits the maximum volume to prevent auditory issues or distraction  
and also to maintain a moderate volume level.  
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When “AVLS” is set to “ON”  
When you try to adjust the volume to a level that exceeds the  
AVLS-specified level, the AVLS” indicator lights. You cannot  
adjust the volume to a level that exceeds the limit.  
Note  
“AVLS” is set to “ON” when you purchase the IC recorder. If you want to turn off the  
function and play back files at the original volume, use the menu to set AVLS” to “OFF.”  
When “AVLS” is set to “OFF”  
To disable the AVLS function, do the following:  
In the stop or playback mode, select MENU the tab “AVLS,”  
and then press /ENTER.  
Press or to selectOFF,and then press /  
ENTER.  
The AVLS OFF?” message is displayed with a  
beeping sound.  
Press or to selectYes,and then press /ENTER.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
To enable the AVLS function:  
Select “ON” in the step , or select “No” in the step .  
If you play back files at a volume that exceeds the AVLS-specified level for  
specified period of time, the following animation will be displayed and AVLS”  
in the menu is automatically set to “ON.”  
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Preparing the Recorder  
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Recharging the Battery  
Recharging the battery using a computer  
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Insert a rechargeable battery.  
Slide and lift the battery compartment lid, insert an NH-AAA rechargeable  
battery with correct polarity, and close the lid.  
Connect the IC recorder to your computer.  
Slide the USB DIRECT slide lever on the back of the IC recorder in the  
direction of the arrow, and insert the USB connector into the USB port of a  
running computer.*1  
Computer  
IC recorder  
To USB port of your  
computer  
While the battery is charging, “Connecting” and the  
battery indicator are displayed in an animation.  
Battery indicator  
When the battery is fully charged, the battery  
indicator will indicate “ .” It takes about 3 hours  
and 30 minutes to fully charge an exhausted battery.*2  
Fully charged indicator  
1If the IC recorder cannot be connected to a computer directly, use the supplied USB connection  
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support cable.  
2This is an approximation for the time it takes to charge from no remaining battery power to full  
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battery power at room temperature. It varies depending on the remaining power and the  
condition of the battery. It also takes more time if the temperature of the battery is low, or if the  
battery is charged while you are transferring data to the IC recorder.  
Continued  
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Preparing the Recorder  
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Disconnect the IC recorder from your computer.  
Follow the procedures below; otherwise, when the IC recorder contains  
data files, the files may be damaged or become unplayable.  
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Make sure that the operation indicator does not light.  
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Perform the following operation on your computer.  
On the Windows taskbar at the bottom right of the desktop, left-click the  
following icon:  
Left-click “Eject IC RECORDER” (Windows 7), or “Safely remove USB  
Mass Storage Device” (Windows XP, Windows Vista).  
The icon and menu displayed can be different on different operating  
systems. The icon may not be always displayed on the taskbar depending  
on your computer settings.  
On a Macintosh screen, drag “IC RECORDER” on the Finder to “Trash”  
and drop it there.  
For details on disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer, refer to  
the operating instructions supplied with your computer.  
Disconnect the IC recorder from the USB port of the computer, and  
slide the USB DIRECT slide lever in the direction of the arrow to  
retract the USB connector.  
When using a fully charged battery or an LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery  
Follow the step .  
Recharging the battery using a USB AC adaptor  
You can also charge the battery by using a USB AC adaptor (not supplied) (  
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Preparing the Recorder  
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Inserting a Memory Card  
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In addition to the built-in memory, you can record files on a memory card.  
Inserting a memory card  
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Slide and lift the battery compartment lid, while the IC recorder is  
turned off or in the stop mode.  
The memory card slot is within the battery compartment.  
Insert a microSD card into the memory card slot in the battery  
compartment with the label side facing up, until it clicks into place.  
With the label side  
facing up  
Close the battery compartment lid.  
To remove a memory card  
Push the memory card into the slot. When it pops out, remove it from the  
memory card slot.  
Structure of folders and files  
5 folders are created in a memory card in addition to those in the built-in  
memory. The structure of folders and files is somewhat different from that of  
the built-in memory ( p. 97).  
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If a memory card is not recognized, remove it and then insert it into the IC recorder  
again.  
Do not insert any liquid, metal, flammable or any object other than a memory card into  
the memory card slot. Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or malfunctions.  
Before recording, we recommend that you copy all the data stored on the memory card  
to your computer and format the memory card on the IC recorder so it contains no data.  
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About compatible memory cards  
You can use microSD/MicroSDHC memory cards with the IC recorder.  
However, a memory card of 64 MB or less is not supported.  
Due to the file system specifications of the IC recorder, you can record and play  
back an LPCM file smaller than 2 GB, and an MP3/WMA/AAC-LC file smaller  
than 1 GB using a memory card.  
Note  
Operations of all types of compatible memory cards are not guaranteed.  
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Preparing the Recorder  
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Turning the IC Recorder On  
Turning the power on  
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Slide and hold the HOLD•POWER switch in the direction of “POWER” until  
the window display appears. The IC recorder is turned on.  
Turning the power off  
Slide and hold the HOLD•POWER switch in the direction of “POWER” until  
the “Power Offanimation is displayed. The IC recorder is turned off.  
Hint  
When the IC recorder is in the stop mode, and you leave the IC recorder without  
attempting an operation for a certain length of time, the auto power off function will take  
effect. (The length of time before auto power off is set to “10min” when you purchase the  
IC recorder.)  
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Setting the Clock  
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You need to set the clock to use the alarm function or record the date and time.  
Setting the clock after recharging the battery  
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STOP  
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/ENTER  
,   
When you insert a battery for the first time, or when you insert a battery after  
the IC recorder has been without a battery for more than 1 minute, the “Set  
Date&Time” animation appears, and then the year section begins to flash in the  
clock setting display window.  
Set year, month, day, hour and minute.  
Press or to set the year (the last two digits of the year), and then press  
/ENTER. Repeat this procedure to set month, day, hour, and minute in  
sequence.  
You can move the cursor to the year, month, day,  
hour and minute by pressing and .  
When you set the minute and press /ENTER,  
the clock reflects the setting.  
Press STOP to return to the stop mode display.  
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STOP  
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/ENTER  
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MENU  
While the IC recorder is in the stop mode, you can set the clock using the  
menu.  
SelectDate&Timein the menu.  
Press MENU to enter the menu mode.  
The menu mode window will be displayed.  
(The (FM radio) tab is displayed  
only on the ICD-UX522F/UX523F.)  
Press , and then press or to select the  
tab, and then press /ENTER.  
Press or to selectDate&Time,and then press  
/ENTER.  
Press or to selectAuto(Synchronizing)orManual,and then  
press /ENTER.  
When you select Auto(Synchronizing),” the clock  
is automatically adjusted using the clock in the  
computer connected to the IC recorder and on  
which the supplied Sound Organizer software is  
started.  
When you select “Manual,” proceed to the next steps.  
Press or to select11y1m1d,and then press  
/ENTER.  
Continued  
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Set year, month, day, hour and minute.  
Press or to set the year (the last two digits of the year), and then press  
/ENTER. Repeat this procedure to set month, day, hour, and minute in  
sequence.  
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You can move the cursor to the year, month, day, hour and minute by  
pressing and .  
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When you set the minute and press /ENTER, the clock reflects the  
setting.  
Press STOP to return to the stop mode display.  
Notes  
If you do not press /ENTER within 1 minute of entering the clock setting data, the  
clock setting mode is canceled and the window will return to the display of the stop  
mode.  
The time is displayed either in 12-Hour with AM” or “PM,” or in 24-Hour, depending  
on the “Time Display” setting in the menu. The default setting differs depending on the  
country or region you purchased the IC recorder.  
To display the current date and time  
While the IC recorder is in the stop mode, press STOP to  
display the current date and time for about 3 seconds.  
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STOP  
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/ENTER  
MENU  
You can select the language to be used for messages, menus, folder names, file  
names, etc.  
Select MENU the tab “Language,and then  
press /ENTER.  
Press or to select the language that you want to use, and then  
press /ENTER.  
Press STOP to return to the stop mode display.  
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Selecting a Folder, File, Tab, and Memory  
Selecting a folder and a file  
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FOLDER  
You can select a folder and a file for recording, playing or editing as follows:  
Press FOLDER .  
The folder selection window is displayed.  
Select a folder.  
Press or to select the desired folder, and then  
press /ENTER.  
To display the files contained in the selected folder,  
press .  
When you purchase the IC recorder, there are 5  
folders already available (FOLDER01-05).  
Select a file.  
When the file selection window is displayed, press  
or to select the desired file, and then press  
/ENTER.  
When the stop mode window is displayed, you can  
switch files by pressing and .  
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FOLDER  
The recordable area and the playback-only area of folders stored on the IC  
recorder are managed separately, and are displayed with tabs. You can select a  
tab as follows:  
Press FOLDER .  
The folder selection window is displayed.  
Press , and then press or to select the , , or tab.  
Only the tab will be displayed when you  
purchase the IC recorder.  
The tab and the tab will be displayed when  
you transfer files from your computer (  
105).  
Press the /ENTER.  
The folders contained in the selected tab are displayed.  
Select a folder and a file (p. 27).  
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Selecting the memory  
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STOP  
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/ENTER  
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FOLDER  
MENU  
You can switch the memory between the built-in memory and a memory card  
by using the folder selection window or using the menu:  
Selecting the memory using the folder selection window  
Press FOLDER .  
The folder selection window is displayed.  
Press , and then press or to select the or tab.  
(Built-in memory) or  
(memory card) tab will appear when you  
insert a memory card into the IC recorder (  
Press the /ENTER.  
The memory selection window is displayed.  
Press or to selectBuilt-in Memoryor  
“Memory Card,and then press /ENTER.  
The tab icon is changed to those of the selected  
memory, or  
.
Press STOP to return to the stop mode display.  
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Select MENU the tab “Select Memory,and  
then press /ENTER.  
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Press or to selectMemory CardorBuilt-in Memory,and  
then press /ENTER.  
If you select “Memory Card” and the memory card  
has not been formatted, proceed to the next step.  
Otherwise, proceed to step 5.  
When the memory card is not formatted, select Menu the tab  
“Format,and then press /ENTER.  
“Erase All Data?” will be displayed.  
Press or to selectExecute,and then press /ENTER.  
The memory card is formatted.  
Press STOP to return to the stop mode display.  
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Recording Files  
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Operation indicator  
Built-in microphones (L/R)  
HOLD•POWER  
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REC/PAUSE  
/ENTER  
STOP  
The following are the basic recording procedures using the specified  
microphone sensitivity and recording mode.  
Note  
Noise may be recorded if an object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubs or scratches  
the IC recorder during recording.  
Hint  
Before you start recording, we recommend you make a trial recording first, or monitor the  
recording (  
Slide the HOLD•POWER switch in the direction of  
“POWERto turn on the IC recorder (p. 22), or  
towards the center to release the IC recorder from  
the HOLD status (p. 16).  
The stop mode window appears.  
Select the desired folder (p.27).  
Place the IC recorder so that the built-in  
microphones face the direction of the source to  
be recorded.  
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Press REC/PAUSE in the stop mode.  
The operation indicator lights in red.  
You do not need to press and hold REC/PAUSE  
while recording.  
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The new file will be automatically recorded as the  
last file in the current folder.  
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Recording level guide  
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About the recording level guide  
During recording, the recording level guide is displayed.  
The upper meter shows the current input level. The white bar in the lower  
meter shows the optimum input level for recording.  
Please adjust the orientation of the built-in microphones, the distance from the  
sound source, the microphone sensitivity, or the scene select setting so that the  
upper input level fits within the lower optimum range, as illustrated above.  
Hint  
If the white portion of the input level meter is short, we recommend that you place the IC  
recorder nearer to the sound source or set the microphone sensitivity higher.  
Monitoring the recording  
VOL−/+  
If you connect the supplied stereo headphones to the (headphone) jack, you  
can monitor the recording. You can adjust the monitoring volume by pressing  
VOL –/+, but the recording level is fixed.  
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Stopping the recording  
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Press STOP.  
The Accessing...” animation appears and the IC recorder stops at the  
beginning of the current recording file.  
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Note while accessing  
The IC recorder is recording data and storing it on the memory media when  
the Accessing...” animation appears on the display. While the IC recorder is  
accessing data, do not remove the battery or connect or disconnect the USB AC  
adaptor (not supplied). Doing so may damage the data.  
Other operations  
To  
Do this  
pause recording  
Press REC/PAUSE.  
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During recording pause, the operation indicator  
flashes in red and “  
display window.  
” begins to flash in the  
release pause and resume recording  
Press REC/PAUSE again. Recording resumes  
from that point. (To stop recording after pausing  
recording, press STOP.)  
review the current recording  
instantly  
Press /ENTER. Recording stops and playback  
starts from the beginning of the file just recorded.  
Press and hold during recording or recording  
pause. Recording stops and you can search  
backwards while listening to fast playback sound.  
After you release , playback starts from that  
point.  
review during recording  
1 hour after you pause recording, recording pause is automatically released and the IC recorder  
enters the stop mode.  
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Hint  
You can make new folders or erase unwanted folders using the supplied Sound Organizer  
software (  
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Changing the Recording Settings  
Selecting a recording scene for each situation  
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STOP  
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/ENTER  
MENU  
According to various recording scene, you can change the items for recording,  
such as REC Mode ( p. 82), Mic Sensitivity ( p. 82), etc., to the  
recommended settings in bulk. You can change the settings for each item.  
In the stop mode, select MENU the tab  
“Scene Select,and then press /ENTER.  
Press or to select a scene you want, and then press /ENTER.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
Scenes  
(Meeting)  
Descriptions  
To record in a variety of situations, such as recording in  
a spacious conference room.  
To record dictation with a microphone in front of your  
(Voice Notes)  
(Interview)  
(Lecture)  
mouth.  
To record human voice at a distance of 1 to 2 meters (40  
to 80 in.).  
To record a wide range of sound, such as a lecture in a  
classroom or a chorus lesson.  
To record from external equipment, such as a television,  
portable CD/MD player or a tape recorder, connected to  
the IC recorder via an audio output connector (stereo  
mini-jack) with an audio connecting cable for dubbing.  
(Audio IN)  
Use to keep your favorite settings.  
(My Scene)  
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There are ways of making better recordings other than using scene selection.  
Recording at a meeting  
By placing the IC recorder on a handkerchief,  
etc. substituting for a stand, you can record  
with clear, low-noise sound, without vibration  
noise from the desk.  
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Recording a voice note  
By placing the IC recorder close to one side of  
your mouth, you can prevent breathing on the  
built-in microphones, and record with clear  
sound.  
Recording an interview  
Place the IC recorder so that the built-in  
microphones face the interviewee.  
Recording a music performance  
By attaching a tripod (not supplied) or placing the  
recorder on a stand or table, you can adjust the  
angle of the IC recorder and the built-in  
microphones more precisely.  
When recording a chorus or piano performance,  
for example, place the IC recorder on a table  
approximately 2 to 3 meters (80 to 120 in.) from  
the performer(s). Set up the IC recorder with the  
display window facing up, and with the built-in  
microphones pointing towards the sound source.  
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In the stop mode, select MENU the tab  
“Scene Edit,and then press /ENTER.  
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Press or to select the scene you want to change the settings,  
and then press /ENTER.  
Press or to selectEdit from Current SettingorEdit,and then  
press /ENTER.  
Press or to select the item you want to change, and then press  
/ENTER.  
Press or to select a setting item, and then press /ENTER.  
For details on the menu items and settings, see “Making Settings for the  
Menu.” ( p. 81 – 83)  
Press or to selectEdit Complete,and then press /ENTER.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
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Changing the Scene Select setting to the default values  
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In the stop mode, select MENU the tab “Scene Edit,and then  
press /ENTER.  
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Press or to select the scene you want to change the settings to  
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the default values, and then press /ENTER.  
SelectSet Default Value,and then press /ENTER.  
“Default Value?” will be displayed.  
Press or to selectExecute,and then press /ENTER.  
The menu item settings of the selected scene will be set to the default  
values.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
Default settings  
For details on the menu items and settings, see pages 81 through 83.  
(Interview) (Lecture) (Audio IN)  
(Meeting) (Voice Notes)  
(My Scene)  
MP3  
192kbps  
MP3  
128kbps  
MP3  
192kbps  
MP3  
192kbps  
MP3  
192kbps  
MP3  
192kbps  
REC Mode  
Mic  
Sensitivity  
Medium  
ON  
Low  
ON  
Medium  
ON  
Medium  
OFF  
Low  
OFF  
Medium  
OFF  
LCF(Low  
Cut)  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
VOR  
SYNC REC  
Select  
Input  
MIC IN  
MIC IN  
MIC IN  
MIC IN  
Audio IN MIC IN  
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Starting to Record Automatically in Response to  
Sound – the VOR Function  
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STOP  
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REC/PAUSE  
x
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/ENTER  
MENU  
You can set the VOR (Voice Operated Recording) function to “ON,” to make  
the IC recorder start recording when the IC recorder detects sound, and pause  
when no sound is heard, eliminating recording during soundless periods.  
In the stop or recording mode, select MENU the  
tab “VOR,and then press /ENTER.  
Press or to selectON,and then press /ENTER.  
“VOR” is set to “OFF” when you purchase the IC recorder.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
Press REC/PAUSE.  
” appears in the display window.  
The recording pauses when no sound is detected and “  
” flashes.  
When the IC recorder detects sound again, the recording starts again.  
To cancel the VOR function  
Set “VOR” to “OFF” in step .  
Notes  
The VOR function is affected by the sound around you. Set “Mic Sensitivity”  
in the menu according to the recording conditions. If recording is not  
satisfactory after you have changed the “Mic Sensitivity” setting, or for an  
important recording, set “VOR” to “OFF” in the menu.  
During synchronized recording ( p. 40) and the FM recording ( p. 71)  
(for ICD-UX522F/UX523F only), the VOR function does not work.  
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Recording via Other Devices  
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Recording with an external microphone  
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Stereo  
microphone  
jack  
STOP  
REC/PAUSE  
,   
/ENTER  
Connect an external microphone to the jack when the IC recorder  
is in the stop mode.  
“Select Input” appears in the display window.  
If “Select Input” is not displayed, set it in the menu ( p. 83).  
Press or to selectMIC IN,and then press /ENTER.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.  
The built-in microphones are automatically cut off.  
If the input level is not strong enough, adjust the “Mic Sensitivity” setting  
on the IC recorder.  
When a plug in power type microphone is connected, power is  
automatically supplied to the microphone from the IC recorder.  
To record sound from a telephone or a cell phone  
You can use a headphone-type electret condenser microphone to record sound  
from a telephone or a cell phone.  
For details on how to make the connection, refer to the operating instructions  
supplied with the microphone.  
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Radio cassette recorder,  
tape recorder, etc.  
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STOP  
REC/PAUSE  
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/ENTER  
MENU  
You can make music files without using the computer by recording sound/  
music from other equipment such as a radio cassette recorder, a tape recorder,  
etc. connected to the IC recorder.  
When you select Audio IN” from the “Scene Select” menu, the settings suitable  
for recording from other equipment are already selected ( p. 34).  
Hint  
If the input level is not strong enough, connect the headphone jack (minijack, stereo) of  
other equipment to the jack of the IC recorder and adjust the volume level on the piece  
of equipment connected to the IC recorder while checking the recording level guide.  
To record using the synchronized recording function  
The IC recorder pauses when no sound is detected for more than 2 seconds.  
The IC recorder starts recording again as a new file when sound is detected.  
Select MENU the tab “SYNC REC,and then  
press /ENTER.  
Press or to selectON,and then press /ENTER.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
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Connect other equipment to the IC recorder when the IC recorder is  
in the stop mode.  
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Connect the audio output connector (stereo mini-plug) of other  
equipment to the jack of the IC recorder using an audio connecting  
cable.  
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“Select Input” appears in the display window.  
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If “Select Input” is not displayed, set it in the menu ( p. 83).  
Press or to selectAudio IN,and then press /ENTER.  
Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.  
” flashes and the IC recorder enters the recording pause mode.  
Start playback on the piece of equipment connected to the IC  
recorder.  
” appears on the display and synchronized recording starts.  
When no sound is detected for more than 2 seconds, “Dividing...” appears and  
then “  
” begins to flash. The synchronized recording pauses.  
The IC recorder starts recording again as a new file when sound is detected.  
To record without using the synchronized recording function  
Select “OFF” in step of “To record using the synchronized recording  
function” ( p. 40), and then proceed with steps through . When you  
press REC/PAUSE in step , the built-in microphones are automatically cut  
off and the sound from the connected piece of equipment is recorded.  
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HOLD•POWER  
VOL−/+  
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STOP  
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/ENTER  
Slide the HOLD•POWER switch in the direction ofPOWERto turn  
on the IC recorder (p. 22), or towards the center to release the IC  
recorder from the HOLD status (p. 16).  
The stop mode window appears.  
Select the desired file to be played back (p.27).  
If you do not select a file, the file just recorded will be played back.  
Press /ENTER.  
Playback starts, and the operation indicator will light in green.  
Press VOL –/+ to adjust the volume.  
Note for the customers in Europe  
When AVLS” is set to “ON” in the menu and the AVLS” indicator is displayed, you  
cannot adjust the volume to a level that exceeds the AVLS-specified level. If you want to  
turn off the function and play back files at the original volume, use the menu to set AVLS”  
to “OFF.”  
Stopping playback  
Press STOP.  
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stop at the current position  
(Playback Pause function)  
Press /ENTER. To resume playback from that  
point, press /ENTER again.  
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go back to the beginning of the  
current file  
Press once.  
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x
go back to previous files  
Press repeatedly. (During the stop mode,  
keep the button pressed to go back the files  
3
continuously. )  
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1
2
Press once.  
skip to the next file  
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Press repeatedly. (During the stop mode, keep  
skip to the succeeding files  
3
the button pressed to skip the files continuously. )  
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1When a track mark is set, the IC recorder goes backward or forward to the track mark before or  
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after the current point ( p. 61).  
2These operations are for when “Easy Search” is set to “OFF” ( p. 51).  
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3In the continuous searching mode, the IC recorder does not locate track marks.  
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File information  
Press or to check the file information during playback.  
A file recorded using the IC recorder is displayed as follows.  
: Folder name: FOLDER01-FOLDER05  
: File name: Date_file number (e.g. 110101_001)  
: Artist name (e.g. My Recording)  
: Title: Date_file number (e.g. 110101_001)  
Counter information  
You can select the display mode in the menu ( p. 88).  
Elapsed time:  
The elapsed playback time of one file  
Remaining time: The remaining playback time of one file  
Recording date: Date recorded  
Recording time: Time recorded  
Remaining recording time  
Displays the remaining recording time in hours, minutes, and seconds.  
If there is more than 10 hours time remaining, the time is displayed in hours.  
If there is more than 10 minutes and less than 10 hours time remaining, the  
time is displayed in hours and minutes.  
If there is less than 10 minutes time remaining, the time is displayed in minutes  
and seconds.  
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Changing the Playback Settings  
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Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice  
clearer – the noise cut function  
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STOP  
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/ENTER  
MENU  
When you set the NOISE CUT switch to “ON,” ambient noise other than the  
human voice is reduced. A file is played back with clear sound quality because  
the noise of all frequency bands including a human voice is reduced.  
To set the noise cut level  
In the stop or playback mode, select MENU the  
tab “Noise Cut Level,and then press /ENTER.  
Press or to selectMaximumorMedium,and then press /  
ENTER.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
To cancel the noise cut function  
Set the NOISE CUT switch to “OFF.”  
Note  
When playing back a music file in good sound quality, make sure to set the NOISE CUT  
switch to “OFF.”  
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You can adjust the playback speed in a range from 0.50 times to 2.00 times. The  
file is played back in natural tones by means of a digital processing function.  
Slide the DPC(SPEED CTRL) switch toON.”  
During playback, press or to adjust the playback speed.  
The speed decreases by 0.05 times (from ×0.50 to ×1.00).  
The speed increases by 0.10 times (from ×1.00 to ×2.00).  
When you press and hold each button, you can change the speed  
continuously.  
The playback speed is set to “×0.70” when you purchase the IC recorder.  
To resume normal playback speed  
Slide the DPC(SPEED CTRL) switch to “OFF.”  
Note  
You cannot play back an LPCM file at a speed exceeding 1.00 times the recorded speed. If  
you attempt to adjust the playback speed faster than that limit, “NO FAST” appears in the  
display window.  
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STOP  
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/ENTER  
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x
MENU  
You can set the effect you want for the playback in the menu.  
In the stop or playback mode, select MENU the  
tab “Effect,and then press /ENTER.  
Press or to select effect you want for the playback, and then  
press /ENTER.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
Option items  
Pop  
Description  
Stresses middle ranges, ideal for vocals.  
Emphasizes high and low ranges for a powerful sound.  
Rock  
Jazz  
Emphasizes high ranges for lively sound.  
Emphasizes the bass sound.  
Bass1  
Bass2  
Custom  
OFF  
Emphasizes the bass sound even more.  
You can design your own custom sound level for 5 bands.  
Disables the effect function.  
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SetEffecttoCustomin step on page 47 , and then press /  
ENTER.  
The custom setting window will be displayed.  
Idne  
x
When you adjust the sound level for the 100 Hz,  
300 Hz, 1 kHz, 3 kHz, and 10 kHz bands, press   
or to move to the band to the left or right, and  
then press or .  
The setting can be adjusted in 7 steps from –3 to +3.  
Press /ENTER.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
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Selecting the playback mode  
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STOP  
/ENTER  
A-B  
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x
,   
MENU  
You can select the playback mode in the menu.  
In the stop or playback mode, select MENU the  
tab “Play Mode,and then press /ENTER.  
Press or to select1, ,ALL,“ 1,“  
,orALL,and  
then press /ENTER.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
Option items  
Description/reference page  
1
A file is played back.  
Files in one folder are played back continuously.  
All the files are played back continuously.  
One file is played back repeatedly.  
ALL  
1
Files in one folder are played back repeatedly.  
All the files are played back repeatedly.  
ALL  
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To play back a specified section repeatedly – A-B repeat  
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During playback, press A-B to specify the starting point A.  
A-B B?” is displayed.  
Idne  
Press A-B again to specify the finishing point B.  
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A-B” is displayed and the specified section is played back repeatedly.  
To resume normal playback:  
Press /ENTER.  
To stop A-B repeat playback:  
Press STOP.  
To change the segment specified for A-B repeat playback:  
During A-B repeat playback, press A-B again to specify a new starting point  
A. Then specify a new finishing point B, as in step .  
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Convenient playback methods  
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(headphone) jack  
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x
,   
Listening with better sound quality  
To listen with the headphones:  
Connect the supplied stereo headphones to the (headphone) jack. The  
built-in speaker will be automatically disconnected.  
To listen from an external speaker:  
Connect an active or passive speaker to the (headphone) jack.  
Quickly locating the point you wish to start playback (Easy search)  
When “Easy Search” is set to “ON” ( p. 85) in the menu, you can quickly  
locate the point at which you wish to start playback by pressing or   
repeatedly during playback.  
You can set the skip time when or is pressed. This function is useful  
for locating a desired point in a long recording such as at a meeting.  
Searching forward/backward during playback (Cue/Review)  
To search forward (Cue):  
Press and hold during playback and release it at the point you wish to  
resume playback.  
To search backward (Review):  
Press and hold during playback and release it at the point you wish to  
resume playback.  
The IC recorder searches at slow speed with playback sound. This is useful to  
check one word forward or back. Then, if you press and hold the button, the IC  
recorder starts to search at higher speed.  
When files are played back or searched to the end of the last file  
When you play back or fast play back to the end of the last file, “FILE END” lights up for  
approx. 5 seconds.  
When “FILE END” and the operation indicator go off, the IC recorder will stop at the  
beginning of the last file.  
If you press and hold while “FILE END” is lit, the files are played back rapidly, and  
normal playback will start at the point you release the button.  
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Selecting a Recording Date from the Calendar  
and Playing Back  
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STOP  
,   
Idne  
x
/ENTER  
,   
MENU  
You can play back a file recorded using the IC recorder by searching for it from  
the calendar.  
In the stop or playback mode, select MENU the  
tab “Calendar,and then press /ENTER.  
The calendar appears after the Accessing...”  
animation, and the current date will be selected.  
Press or to select a date, and then press  
/ENTER.  
The underline is displayed at the date where a  
recorded file exists.  
You can move to the previous week or the following week of the date by  
pressing or . When you press and hold each button, you can move  
continuously through the dates or the weeks.  
Press or to select a file, and then press /  
ENTER.  
A confirmation message appears, and the file you  
selected will be played back.  
Press or to selectEnter,and then press /ENTER.  
The file will be played back.  
Press STOP to stop playback.  
Continued  
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To cancel the selection of a recording date from the calendar and the accompanying  
playback  
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Press STOP before step .  
Notes  
Idne  
You need to set the clock in advance to select a recording date from the calendar and  
x
play back a file ( p. 23).  
If you specify a date where a recorded file does not exist, “No File” will be displayed.  
Select a date where a recorded file exists.  
You can search for and play back only the files in the recordable folder that contains files  
recorded with the IC recorder. For details, see “Structure of folders and files” ( p. 97).  
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Playing Back a File at a Desired Time with an  
Alarm  
etns  
Idne  
STOP  
,   
x
/ENTER  
MENU  
You can sound an alarm and start playback of a selected file at a desired time.  
You can have a file played back on a specified date, once every week, or at the  
same time every day. You can set an alarm for a file.  
Select the file you want to play back with an alarm.  
Enter the alarm setting mode.  
In the stop mode, select MENU the tab “Alarm,”  
and then press /ENTER.  
Press or to selectON,and then press /ENTER.  
Set the alarm date and time.  
Press or to selectDate,a day of the week, orDaily,and then  
press /ENTER.  
When you selectDate”:  
Set the year, month, day, hour, and minute in sequence, as described in  
When you select a day of the week orDaily”:  
Press or to set the hour, and then press /ENTER. Press or to  
set the minute, and then press /ENTER.  
Press or to select a favorite alarm pattern, and  
then press /ENTER.  
“Executing...,” is displayed.  
Continued  
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Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
The setting process is finished and “” (alarm indicator) appears in the  
display window.  
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Idne  
To change the alarm setting  
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Select the file you want to change its alarm setting, and then follow steps   
through .  
To cancel the alarm setting  
Follow steps and . In step -select “OFF” and press /ENTER. The  
alarm will be canceled and the alarm indicator will disappear from the display  
window.  
When the set date and time comes  
At the set time, the IC recorder is automatically turned on and ALARM” is  
displayed in the display window. Then the alarm and the selected file will be  
played back using the selected alarm pattern.  
When the playback ends, the IC recorder will stop automatically. (When the  
alarm pattern is set to “Beep&Play” or “Play,” the IC recorder will stop at the  
beginning of the selected file.)  
To stop the alarm playback  
Press any button other than VOL –/+ while the alarm sound is heard. If the  
HOLD function is activated, you can stop the alarm playback by pressing any  
button.  
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Playback via Other Devices  
Recording with other equipment  
etns  
Idne  
x
Tape recorder, Mini  
disc recorder, etc.  
(headphone) jack  
STOP  
/ENTER  
You can record the sound of the IC recorder with other equipment.  
Before you start recording, we recommend you make a trial recording first.  
Connect the (headphone) jack of the IC recorder to the external  
input terminal of other equipment using an audio connecting  
cable.  
Press /ENTER to start playback and at the same time set the  
connected equipment to the recording mode.  
A file from the IC recorder will be recorded on the equipment connected.  
Press STOP on the IC recorder and the connected equipment at  
the same time to stop recording.  
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Erasing Files  
5ꢃ  
Erasing Files  
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Erasing a File  
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ERASE  
HOLD•POWER  
Idne  
x
,   
/ENTER  
You can select a file and erase it as follows.  
Note  
Once a file has been erased, you cannot retrieve it.  
Slide the HOLD•POWER switch in the direction ofPOWERto turn  
on the IC recorder (p. 22), or towards the center to release the IC  
recorder from the HOLD status (p. 16).  
The stop mode window appears.  
Select the file you want to erase when the IC recorder is in the stop  
or playback mode (p.27).  
Press ERASE.  
“Erase?” is displayed and the specified file is played  
back for confirmation.  
Press or to selectExecute.”  
Press /ENTER.  
The “Erasing...” animation appears in the display window and the selected  
file will be erased.  
When a file is erased, the remaining files will advance so that there will be  
no space between files.  
To cancel erasing  
Select “Cancel” in step , and then press /ENTER.  
To erase a part of a file  
Divide the file into two files first ( p. 64), and then proceed with steps   
through .  
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Erasing Files  
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Erasing All Files in a Folder  
etns  
STOP  
,   
Idne  
x
/ENTER  
MENU  
Select the folder containing the files you want to erase when the IC  
recorder is in the stop mode (p.27).  
Select MENU the tab “Erase All,and then press /ENTER.  
“Erase All Files in the Folder?” will be displayed.  
Press or to selectExecute,and then press /ENTER.  
The “Erasing...” animation appears in the display window and all files in  
the selected folder will be erased.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
To cancel erasing  
Select “Cancel” in step , and then press /ENTER.  
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Editing Files  
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Arranging Files in a Folder  
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Moving a file to a different folder  
Idne  
x
STOP  
,   
/ENTER  
MENU  
Select the file you want to move.  
In the stop mode, select MENU the tab  
“Move File,and then press /ENTER.  
Press , press or to select the tab or the tab, and then  
press /ENTER.  
Press or to select the folder that you want to  
move the file into, and then press /ENTER.  
“Moving File...” animation is displayed and the file  
is moved to the last position in the destination  
folder.  
When you move a file to another folder, the original file in the previous  
folder will be erased.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
To cancel moving the file  
Press STOP before step .  
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Copying a file to the other memory  
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etns  
Memory card slot  
STOP  
Idne  
/ENTER  
,   
x
MENU  
You can copy files between the built-in memory and a memory card, which is  
useful in saving a backup. Before starting the operation, insert a memory card  
to be used for copying into the memory card slot.  
Select the file you want to copy.  
When you want to copy a file from a memory card to the built-in memory,  
set the source memory media to “Memory Card” ( p. 29 ).  
Select MENU the tab “File Copy,and then press /ENTER.  
The “Copy to Memory Card Select Folder” or the  
“Copy to Built-In Memory Select Folder”  
animation appears and the folder selection window  
is displayed.  
Press , press or to select the tab or the tab, and then  
press /ENTER.  
Press or to select the folder that you want to copy the file into,  
and then press /ENTER.  
The “Copying...” animation appears and the file is copied as the last file in  
the destination folder. A file will be copied with the identical file name.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
To cancel the copy operation  
Press STOP before step .  
To cancel the copy operation during copying  
While the “Copying...” animation is displayed in step , press STOP.  
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Using a Track Mark  
Adding a track mark  
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Idne  
x
,   
/ENTER  
T-MARK  
You can add a track mark at a point at which you would like to divide a file  
later or locate during playback. You can add a maximum of 98 track marks to  
each file.  
During recording, playing back, or recording pausing, press  
T-MARK at the position you want to add a track mark.  
The (Track mark) indicator flashes three times, and a track  
mark is added.  
Locating a track mark and starting playback at the track mark  
Press or in the stop mode. When the (Track mark) indicator  
flashes once, press /ENTER.  
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Erasing a track mark  
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STOP  
,   
Idne  
/ENTER  
x
MENU  
Stop at a position after the track mark you would like to erase.  
Select MENU the tab “Erase Track Mark,and  
then press /ENTER.  
“Erase Track Mark?” will be displayed.  
Press or to selectExecute,and then press /ENTER.  
The “Erasing...” animation appears in the display window and the selected  
track mark will be erased.  
Stop position  
Erase track mark  
The track mark just before the stop position will be erased.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
To cancel erasing  
Select “Cancel” in step , and then press /ENTER.  
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ꢆꢁ  
C
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Erasing all the track marks in the selected file at one time  
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STOP  
,   
Idne  
/ENTER  
x
MENU  
Select a file from which you want to erase the track marks.  
Select MENU the tab “Erase All Track Marks,”  
and then press /ENTER.  
“Erase All Track Marks?” will be displayed.  
Press or to selectExecute,and then press /ENTER.  
The “Erasing...” animation appears in the display window and all the track  
marks will be erased at one time.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
To cancel erasing  
Select “Cancel” in step , and then press /ENTER.  
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Dividing a File  
Dividing a file at the current position  
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Idne  
x
STOP  
,   
/ENTER  
MENU  
You can divide a file in the stop mode, so that the file is divided into two parts  
and new file numbers are added to the divided file names. By dividing a file,  
you can easily find the point from which you want to play back when you make  
a long recording such as at a meeting. You can divide a file until the total  
number of files in the folder reaches the maximum number allowed.  
Stop the file at the position where you want to divide a file.  
Select MENU the tab “Divide Current  
Position,and then press /ENTER.  
“Divide?” will be displayed.  
Press or to selectExecute,and then press /ENTER.  
The “Dividing...” animation appears, and the divided files will be suffixed  
with a sequential number (“_1” for the original file, and “_2” for the new  
file).  
File 1  
File 2  
File 3  
A file is divided.  
File 1  
File 2_1  
File 2_2  
File 3  
A suffix made up of a sequential number is  
added to a file name of the divided files.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
To cancel dividing  
Select “Cancel” in step , and then press /ENTER.  
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Dividing a file at all the track mark positions  
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STOP  
,   
Idne  
/ENTER  
x
MENU  
Select the file you want to divide.  
In the stop mode, select MENU the tab  
“Divide All Track Marks,and then press /ENTER.  
“Divide All Track Marks?” will be displayed.  
Press or to selectExecute,and then press /ENTER.  
The “Dividing...” animation appears, and the file is divided at all the track  
mark positions. All the existing track marks in the files will be erased.  
A suffix made up of a sequential number is added each of the divided files.  
File 1  
A file is divided at all the track marks.  
File1_01 File 1_02  
File 1_03  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
To cancel dividing  
Select “Cancel” in step , and then press /ENTER.  
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Renaming a Folder and a File  
Changing a folder name  
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Idne  
x
STOP  
,   
/ENTER  
MENU  
You can change a name of a folder used to store files recorded with the IC  
recorder.  
You can choose a new folder name from the templates.  
Select the folder which you want to rename from the tab of the  
folder list.  
In the stop mode, select MENU the tab  
“Change Folder Name,and then press /ENTER.  
Press or to select a favorite folder name, and  
then press /ENTER.  
You can choose a new folder name from the templates.  
“Executing...” appears in the display window and  
the folder name will be changed.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
Hints  
When you specify a folder name that already exists, a suffix made up of a sequential  
number (2 to 10) is added to the name of the new folder.  
When you choose “FOLDER” from the templates, a suffix made up of a sequential  
number (01 to 10) is added to each of the folder names.  
You can use the supplied Sound Organizer software to rename a folder.  
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Changing a file name  
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STOP  
,   
Idne  
/ENTER  
x
MENU  
You can rename a file by prefixing characters from a desired template to the file  
name. A file in the recordable area, or in a folder on the tab, can be renamed.  
You can choose characters to be added from the templates.  
Select the file which you want to rename from the tab of the  
folder list.  
In the stop mode, select MENU the tab  
“Change File Name,and then press /ENTER.  
Press or to select the desired characters to be  
prefixed to the file name, and then press /  
ENTER.  
You can choose characters from the templates.  
“Executing...” appears in the display window and  
the selected characters are added to the file name  
separated from it by an underbar (_).  
(e.g. If A” is added to the file 11215_001: A_  
11215_001)  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
Hint  
You can use the supplied Sound Organizer software to rename a file.  
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Protecting a File  
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STOP  
,   
Idne  
x
/ENTER  
MENU  
To prevent a file from being accidentally erased or edited, you can protect an  
important file. A protected file is marked with the (protect) indicator and is  
regarded as a read-only file you cannot erase or edit.  
Display the file which you want to protect from the tab or the  
tab.  
In the stop mode, select MENU the tab  
“Protect,and then press /ENTER.  
“Set Protection?” will be displayed.  
Press or to selectExecute,and then press /ENTER.  
The file is protected. A protected file is marked with the (protect)  
indicator.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
To release protection  
Select the protected file, and then proceed with steps through . In this  
case, “Erase Protection?” will be displayed in step .  
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Listening to the FM Radio (ICD-UX5ꢀꢀF/UX5ꢀꢁF only)  
Listening to the FM Radio (ICD-UX5ꢀꢀF/UX5ꢀꢁF only)  
ꢆꢅ  
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Tuning in an FM Radio Station  
etns  
Tuning in a radio station by scanning frequencies  
Idne  
(headphone) jack  
x
STOP  
/ENTER  
,   
MENU  
The headphone cord of the supplied stereo headphones works as an FM  
antenna, when you listen to the FM radio. Therefore, connect the stereo  
headphones to the (headphone) jack and stretch the cord as long as possible.  
When you listening the FM radio with the built-in speaker, connect the stereo  
headphones to the (headphone) jack and stretch the cord as long as possible.  
In the sop mode, select MENU the tab “FM  
Radio,and then press /ENTER.  
The IC recorder enters the FM radio mode.  
Select the audio output either fromHeadphonesorSpeaker.”  
To select the audio output, select MENU the tab Audio Output”  
(
p. 77).  
Press or repeatedly to tune in a station.  
Press STOP to turn the FM radio off.  
To scan radio frequencies automatically  
In step , press and hold or until the frequency digits begin to  
change on the display. The IC recorder automatically scans the radio  
frequencies and stops when it finds a clear station.  
If you cannot tune in a station, press or repeatedly to change the  
frequency step by step.  
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Display when listening to the FM radio  
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FM indication  
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Preset number  
Radio frequency  
Receiver sensitivity  
Idne  
x
Tuning in a preset radio station  
STOP  
,   
/ENTER  
MENU  
When you have already preset FM radio stations ( p. 72), you can tune in a  
station by selecting a preset number.  
In the stop mode, select MENU the tab “FM  
Radio,and then press /ENTER.  
The IC recorder enters the FM radio mode.  
Select the audio output either fromHeadphonesorSpeaker.”  
To select the audio output, select MENU the tab Audio Output”  
(
p. 77).  
Press or repeatedly until the preset (P) number you want is  
displayed.  
Press STOP to turn the FM radio off.  
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Recording FM broadcasts  
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REC/PAUSE  
STOP  
Idne  
x
Tune in the station you want to record.  
Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.  
Press STOP to stop recording.  
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ꢃꢀ  
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Presetting FM Radio Stations  
Presetting FM radio stations automatically  
etns  
Idne  
x
STOP  
,   
/ENTER  
MENU  
You can automatically tune in radio stations and then register them with preset  
numbers. You can preset up to 30 FM radio stations automatically using the  
preset menu.  
In the FM radio reception mode, select MENU the  
tab “Auto Preset,and then press /ENTER.  
Auto Preset?” will be displayed.  
Press or to selectExecute,and then press /ENTER.  
The IC recorder automatically scans for available radio frequencies and the  
stations will be stored in memory from the lower frequencies to the higher  
ones.  
While presetting FM radio stations automatically, the preset number ready  
to be assigned flashes.  
To stop the automatic presetting  
Press STOP. The preset numbers stored until you press the STOP button  
remain in memory.  
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Presetting FM radio stations manually  
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,   
/ENTER  
,   
Idne  
MENU  
x
You can store an unregistered FM radio station on a preset number.  
In the sop mode, select MENU the tab “FM Radio,and then  
press /ENTER.  
The IC recorder enters the FM radio mode.  
Press or repeatedly to tune in the station you want to  
preset and store on a preset number.  
When the station you want to tune in is not a preset station, “P - -” is  
displayed. In this case, you can register it with a new preset number.  
Press /ENTER.  
The preset number, frequency and “Set?” will be  
displayed on the display.  
Press or to selectExecute,and then press /  
ENTER.  
The station will be stored in memory on the preset number.  
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ꢃꢂ  
C
T
Erasing preset FM radio stations  
otn  
albeof  
etns  
,   
/ENTER  
Idne  
MENU  
x
In the sop mode, select MENU the tab “FM Radio,and then  
press /ENTER.  
The IC recorder enters the FM radio mode.  
Press or repeatedly until the preset (P) number you want to  
erase is displayed.  
Press /ENTER.  
The preset number, frequency and “Erase?” will be displayed on the  
display.  
Press or to selectExecute,and then press /ENTER.  
The preset number will be changed to “P - -.”  
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Listening to the FM Radio (ICD-UX5ꢀꢀF/UX5ꢀꢁF only)  
ꢃ5  
C
T
otn  
albeof  
Changing the FM Radio Reception Settings  
Switching the receiver sensitivity of the FM radio  
etns  
Idne  
x
STOP  
,   
/ENTER  
MENU  
You can set the receiver sensitivity when listening to the FM radio.  
In the FM radio reception mode, select MENU the  
tab “DX/LOCAL,and then press /ENTER.  
Press or to selectDXorLOCAL,and then press /ENTER.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
DX  
Normally, select this setting.  
When there is interference or collapsing caused by a intense electric field  
around the transmitting antenna of the broadcasting station, etc., select  
this setting.  
LOCAL  
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ꢃꢆ  
C
T
Switching the scanning sensitivity  
otn  
albeof  
etns  
STOP  
,   
Idne  
/ENTER  
x
MENU  
You can set the scanning sensitivity when presetting FM radio stations.  
In the FM radio reception mode, select MENU the  
tab “Scan Sensitivity,and then press /  
ENTER.  
Press or to selectHigh(SCAN H)orLow(SCAN L),and then  
press /ENTER.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
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ꢃꢃ  
C
T
Switching the FM radio output between speaker and headphones  
otn  
albeof  
etns  
STOP  
,   
Idne  
/ENTER  
x
MENU  
During receiving or recording an FM broadcast, you can switch between the  
sound from the speaker and the sound from the headphones using the menu.  
In the FM radio reception or recording mode, select  
MENU the tab “Audio Output,and then  
press /ENTER.  
In the FM reception mode, only the tab is  
displayed. In the FM recording mode, the tab  
and tabs are displayed.  
Press or to selectHeadphonesorSpeaker,and then press  
/ENTER.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
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ꢃꢄ  
C
T
otn  
albeof  
Making Settings for the Menu  
etns  
STOP  
Idne  
,   
x
/ENTER  
MENU  
Press MENU to enter the menu mode.  
The menu mode window will be displayed.  
Press , press or to select the , , ,  
,
, or tab, and  
then press /ENTER.  
Press or to select the menu item for which you want to make  
setting, and then press /ENTER.  
Press or to select the setting that you want to set, and then  
press /ENTER.  
Press STOP to exit the menu mode.  
Note  
If you do not press any button for 60 seconds, the menu mode is automatically canceled  
and the window will return to the normal display.  
To return to the previous window  
Press during menu mode.  
To exit the menu mode  
Press STOP or MENU.  
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Menu Settings  
Tabs  
ꢃꢅ  
C
T
otn  
albeof  
etns  
Operation mode ( : the setting can be made/  
: the setting cannot be made)  
-
Menu items  
Idne  
Playback Recording FM radio FM radio  
Stop  
mode  
mode  
mode  
reception recording  
mode*1  
mode*1  
x
Scene Select  
Scene Edit  
-
-
-
-
(Recording)  
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
REC Mode  
Mic Sensitivity  
LCF(Low Cut)  
VOR  
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
SYNC REC  
Select Input  
Noise Cut Level  
(Playback)  
-
Effect  
Easy Search  
Play Mode  
Alarm  
2
AVLS  
*
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Protect  
(Edit)  
Divide Current Position  
Move File  
File Copy  
Change Folder Name  
Change File Name  
Erase Track Mark  
Erase All Track Marks  
Divide All Track Marks  
Erase All  
1
2
for ICD-UX522F/UX523F only / for the European models only  
*
*
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otn  
Operation mode ( : the setting can be made/  
: the setting cannot be made)  
albeof  
-
etns  
Tabs  
Menu items  
Playback Recording FM radio FM radio  
Stop  
mode  
mode  
mode  
reception recording  
mode*1  
mode*1  
Idne  
Calendar  
-
-
-
-
(Display)  
-
x
Display  
LED  
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
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-
-
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-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Backlight  
Select Memory  
Language  
(IC recorder setting)  
Date&Time  
Time Display  
Beep  
USB Charge  
Auto Power Off  
Format  
System Information  
1
1
FM Radio  
(FM radio)  
*
*
1
Auto Preset  
*
1
DX/LOCAL  
-
*
1
Scan Sensitivity  
-
-
*
1
Audio Output  
-
*
1
for ICD-UX522F/UX523F only  
*
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ꢄ1  
C
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Tabs  
Menu items  
Scene Select  
Settings (* : Initial setting)  
otn  
albeof  
etns  
Allows you to choose a recording scene  
according to each recording situation as  
follows: (Meeting), (Voice Notes),  
(Interview), (Lecture), (Audio  
IN), (My Scene).  
You can change the items for recording  
to the recommended settings in bulk.  
(Recording)  
(
Idne  
x
Scene Edit  
Edits the settings of the various  
recording menu items which are pre-set  
in the “Scene Select” menu.  
Edit from Current Setting:  
Changes the settings that is  
pre-set in the menu.  
(
Set Default Value:  
Changes the settings to the  
default settings.  
Execute:  
Changes the settings to the  
default settings and completes  
the process.  
Cancel:  
Completes the process without  
changing the settings.  
Changes the settings from the  
settings in the selected scene  
item.  
Edit:  
Hint  
You can edit the following menu items:  
“REC Mode” ( p. 82), “Mic  
Sensitivity” ( p. 82 ), “LCF(Low Cut)”  
(
p. 83), “VOR” ( p. 83) “SYNC  
REC” ( p. 83), “Select Input” (  
p. 83). When you select “Edit Complete,”  
the process will be completed.  
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ꢄꢀ  
C
T
Tabs  
Menu items  
REC Mode  
Settings (* : Initial setting)  
otn  
albeof  
etns  
Sets the recording mode.  
(Recording)  
LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit:  
LPCM (not compressed) in stereo  
high-quality recording mode  
Idne  
MP3 192kbps :  
*
MP3 (compressed) in stereo  
standard-quality recording mode  
MP3 128kbps:  
x
MP3 (compressed) in long play  
stereo recording mode  
MP3 160kbps(MONO):  
MP3 (compressed) in monaural  
high-quality recording mode  
MP3 48kbps(MONO):  
MP3 (compressed) in monaural  
standard recording mode  
MP3 8kbps(MONO):  
MP3 (compressed) in long play  
monaural recording mode  
Note  
You cannot record an FM radio  
broadcast in the LPCM mode. When the  
LPCM mode is selected, the radio  
broadcast will be automatically recorded  
in the MP3 192kbps mode.  
Mic Sensitivity  
Sets the microphone sensitivity.  
High  
:
To record a sound far away from the  
IC recorder or a low sound, such as  
recording in a spacious room.  
Medium  
:
*
To record the sound of a normal  
conversation or meeting, such as  
recording in a meeting space or  
during interview.  
Low  
:
To record dictation with a  
microphone in front of your mouth,  
a sound near the IC recorder, or a  
loud sound.  
Note  
During recording an FM radio broadcast  
p. 71), the Mic Sensitivity setting is  
(
disabled.  
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ꢄꢁ  
C
T
Tabs  
Menu items  
LCF(Low Cut)  
Settings (* : Initial setting)  
otn  
albeof  
etns  
Sets the LCF (Low Cut Filter) function  
to cut a low frequency to reduce the  
roaring noise from wind; therefore you  
can record a file more clearly.  
(Recording)  
Idne  
ON:  
The LCF function is activated.  
OFF : The LCF function is canceled.  
*
x
Note  
During recording an FM radio broadcast  
(
p. 71), the LCF function does not  
work.  
VOR  
Sets the VOR (Voice Operated  
Recording) function.  
(
ON:  
Recording starts when the IC  
recorder detects sound and  
pauses when no sound is heard,  
eliminating recording during  
soundless periods. The VOR  
function is activated when  
REC/PAUSE is pressed.  
OFF : The VOR function does not  
*
work.  
Note  
During recording an FM radio broadcast  
(
p. 71), the VOR function does not  
work.  
SYNC REC  
When set to “ON,” the IC recorder enters  
the recording pause mode when no  
sound is detected for more than 2  
seconds, and the IC recorder starts  
recording again as a new file when any  
sound is detected.  
(
ON:  
The synchronized recording  
function is activated.  
OFF : The synchronized recording  
*
function is canceled.  
Select Input  
Selects the external input to be recorded  
that is connected to the (microphone)  
jack.  
(
MIC IN :  
*
Select when you record files using an  
external microphone.  
Audio IN:  
Select when you record using other  
equipment.  
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ꢄꢂ  
C
T
Tabs  
Menu items  
Noise Cut Level  
Settings (* : Initial setting)  
otn  
albeof  
etns  
Adjusts the level of the noise cut  
function.  
(Playback)  
(
Maximum :  
*
The noise cut levels will be more  
intense.  
Medium:  
Idne  
x
The noise cut level will be weakened.  
Select when you cannot catch the  
sound easily by setting “Noise Cut  
Level” to “Maximum.”  
Note  
When playing back files using the built-  
in speaker or recording an FM radio  
broadcast ( p. 71), the noise cut  
function does not work.  
Effect  
Sets the effect you want for the playback.  
(
Pop:  
Stresses middle ranges, ideal for  
vocals.  
Rock:  
Emphasizes high and low ranges for  
a powerful sound.  
Jazz:  
Emphasizes high ranges for lively  
sound.  
Bass1:  
The bass sound is emphasized.  
Bass2:  
The bass sound is emphasized even  
more.  
Custom:  
You can design your own custom  
sound level for 5 bands of EQ (100  
Hz, 300 Hz, 1 kHz, 3 kHz and 10  
kHz) in 7 steps (–3 to +3).  
OFF :  
*
The effect function does not work.  
Note  
When playing back files using the built-  
in speaker or listening to the FM radio  
(
p. 69), or when the NOISE CUT  
switch is set to “ON” ( p. 45), the  
effect function does not work.  
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ꢄ5  
C
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Tabs  
Menu items  
Easy Search  
Settings (* : Initial setting)  
otn  
albeof  
etns  
Sets the easy search function.  
(Playback)  
(
ON:  
You can go forward or  
backwards for the specified skip  
time by pressing or  
during playback. This  
function is useful when  
Idne  
x
attempting to locate desired  
point in a long recording.  
OFF : The easy search function does  
*
not work. When you press   
or , a file will be moved  
forward or backward.  
Set Skip Time:  
Sets the time to go forward or  
backward in easy searching.  
Setting Complete:  
Changes the settings and  
completes the process.  
Forward Skip Time:  
Sets the time to skip forward  
when you press . (5sec,  
10sec , 30sec, 1min, 5min, or  
*
10min)  
Reverse Skip Time:  
Sets the time to skip backwards  
when you press . (1sec,  
3sec , 5sec, 10sec, 30sec, 1min,  
*
5min, or 10min)  
Play Mode  
Sets the playback mode.  
(
1:  
A file is played back.  
:
Files in one folder are played  
back continuously.  
*
ALL: All the files are played back  
continuously.  
1: One file is played back  
repeatedly.  
: Files in one folder are played  
back repeatedly.  
ALL:  
All the files are played back  
repeatedly.  
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Tabs  
Menu items  
Settings (* : Initial setting)  
otn  
albeof  
etns  
Alarm  
Sets the alarm.  
(Playback)  
(
ON: The alarm function is effective.  
Set the date, time or day of the  
week or choose daily for  
playback, and set the following  
alarm pattern.  
Idne  
x
Beep&Play: The selected file is  
played back after  
the alarm sounds.  
Beep:  
Play:  
Only the alarm  
sounds.  
Only the selected  
file is played back.  
OFF : The alarm function is canceled.  
*
AVLS  
Sets the AVLS (Automatic Volume  
Limiter System) function.  
*
(
ON : The AVLS function that  
*
maintains a moderate volume  
level is effective when listening  
with the headphones.  
OFF: The AVLS function does not  
work and the sound is played  
back at the original volume.  
Notes  
When you turn off the function, please  
be careful not to listen to an excessive  
volume of the sound.  
When you listen to the sound using  
the headphones for the specific period  
of time, the AVLS function is  
automatically turned on even if you set  
“AVLS” to “OFF” in the menu.  
If you adjust the volume to a level that  
exceeds the AVLS-specified level, the  
volume will be set to a moderate  
volume level when you turn off the IC  
recorder.  
2
for the European models only  
*
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ꢄꢃ  
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Tabs  
Menu items  
Settings (* : Initial setting)  
otn  
albeof  
etns  
Protect  
Protects the selected file to prevent the  
file from being erased, divided, or being  
moved.  
(Edit)  
(
Execute:  
Idne  
The selected file will be protected. If  
you specify a file that has already  
been protected, cancel the  
protection.  
x
Cancel:  
Protection or cancel protection is  
not executed.  
Divide Current Position Divides a file into two.  
p. 64) Execute:  
A file will be divided into two.  
Cancel:  
Division is not executed.  
(
Move File  
Moves the selected file to the selected  
folder.  
Before attempting to move a file, select  
the file to be moved, and then go to the  
menu window.  
(
File Copy  
Copies the selected file from the built-in  
memory to the desired folder on a  
memory card, or from a memory card to  
the desired folder on the built-in  
memory.  
Before attempting to copy a file, select  
the file to be copied and then go to the  
menu window.  
(
Change Folder Name  
Renames a folder by selecting a template.  
(
Change File Name  
Renames a file by selecting a template  
and prefixing the characters of the  
selected template to the file name.  
(
Erase Track Mark  
Erases the track mark just before the  
current position.  
(
Execute:  
The track mark will be erased.  
Cancel:  
The track mark will not be erased.  
Erase All Track Marks  
Erases all the track marks of the selected  
(
file.  
Execute:  
All the track marks will be erased.  
Cancel:  
All the track marks will not be  
erased.  
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ꢄꢄ  
C
T
Tabs  
Menu items  
Settings (* : Initial setting)  
otn  
albeof  
etns  
Divide All Track Marks Divides a file at all the track mark  
(Edit)  
(
positions.  
Execute:  
The track mark division is executed.  
Idne  
Cancel:  
The track mark division is not  
x
executed.  
Erase All  
Erases all files in the selected folder.  
Press FOLDER to return to the folder  
window before erasing the files and  
select a folder from which all files are to  
be erased, and then go to the menu  
window.  
(
Execute:  
All files in the selected folder will be  
erased.  
Cancel:  
All files will not be erased.  
Calendar  
Switches the display window to a  
calendar, and plays back a file recorded  
with the IC recorder by selecting a date  
from the calendar.  
(Display)  
(
Enter:  
The selected file is played back.  
Back:  
The IC recorder does not play the  
selected file and returns to the  
previous window.  
Display  
Changes the display mode.  
Elapsed Time :  
*
Elapsed playback time of one file  
Remain Time:  
During stop or playback, the  
remaining time of one file  
During recording, the available  
recording time  
REC Date:  
Date recorded  
REC Time:  
Time recorded  
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Tabs  
Menu items  
Settings (* : Initial setting)  
otn  
albeof  
etns  
LED  
Turns the operation indicator on or off  
during operation.  
(Display)  
ON : During recording or playback,  
*
the operation indicator lights or  
flashes.  
OFF: The operation indicator does not  
light or flash, even during  
operation.  
Idne  
x
Note  
When the IC recorder is connected to a  
computer, the operation indicator lights  
or flashes even if “LED” is set to “OFF.”  
Backlight  
Turns the backlight in the display  
window on or off.  
ON : The backlight in the display  
*
window lights up for approx. 10  
seconds.  
OFF: The backlight in the display  
window does not light, even  
during operation.  
Select Memory  
Selects the memory media on which you  
want to store a file, or which contains the  
file you want to play, edit, or copy.  
(
(IC recorder setting)  
Built-In Memory :  
*
The built-in memory of the IC  
recorder is selected.  
Memory Card:  
The memory card inserted in the  
memory card slot is selected.  
Note  
When no memory card is currently  
inserted in the IC recorder, the built-in  
memory is automatically selected.  
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C
T
Tabs  
Menu items  
Language  
Settings (* : Initial setting)  
otn  
albeof  
etns  
Sets the language to be used for  
messages, menus, folder names, file  
names, etc.  
(
(IC recorder setting)  
Deutsch (German), English, Español  
(Spanish), Français (French), Italiano  
(Italian), Русский (Russian),  
Idne  
x
(Japanese),  
(Chinese),  
(Korean),  
(Chinese), (Thai)  
Note  
Number of language options you can  
select and the default setting differ  
depending on the country or region you  
purchased your IC recorder.  
Date&Time  
Auto(Synchronizing) :  
*
(
When the IC recorder is connected  
to a computer that is running the  
Sound Organizer, the clock will be  
automatically adjusted according to  
that computer.  
Manual:  
Sets the clock by setting year, month,  
day, hour, and minute in sequence.  
Time Display  
Sets the clock display.  
12-Hour:  
12:00AM = midnight, 12:00PM = noon  
24-Hour:  
0:00 = midnight, 12:00 = noon  
Note  
The default setting differs depending on  
the area you purchased your IC recorder.  
Beep  
Sets whether a beep will be heard or not.  
ON : A beep will sound to indicate  
*
that an operation has been  
accepted or an error has  
occurred.  
OFF: No beep sound will be heard.  
Note  
The alarm sounds even if you set “Beep”  
to “OFF” in the menu.  
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C
T
Tabs  
Menu items  
Settings (* : Initial setting)  
otn  
albeof  
etns  
USB Charge  
Sets whether battery will be charged  
using a USB connection or not.  
(IC recorder setting)  
ON : The battery will be charged.  
*
OFF: The battery will not be charged.  
Idne  
Note  
x
If you use a USB AC adaptor (not  
supplied) to connect the IC recorder to  
the AC outlet ( p. 111), you can  
charge battery regardless this setting.  
Auto Power Off  
If the IC recorder is on and left for the  
period you have set, the IC recorder  
turns off automatically.  
5min:  
The IC recorder will be turned off  
after approx. 5 minutes.  
10min :  
*
The IC recorder will be turned off  
after approx. 10 minutes.  
30min:  
The IC recorder will be turned off  
after approx. 30 minutes.  
60min:  
The IC recorder will be turned off  
after approx. 60 minutes.  
OFF:  
The IC recorder will not be turned  
off automatically.  
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ꢅꢀ  
C
T
Tabs  
Menu items  
Settings (* : Initial setting)  
otn  
albeof  
etns  
Format  
Formats the memory media currently  
selected (the built-in memory or the  
memory card), erasing all the data in the  
memory and resetting the folder  
structure to its default status.  
Execute:  
(IC recorder setting)  
Idne  
x
The “Formatting...” animation  
appears and the memory media will  
be formatted.  
Cancel:  
The memory media will not be  
formatted.  
Notes  
Use the IC recorder formatting  
function to format the memory media.  
Do not use your computer to format  
the media.  
Switch the memory media to the one  
to be formatted before you start the  
format operation ( p. 29).  
When you format the memory media,  
all the data which you have stored on  
the media will be erased. Once the  
memory media has been erased, you  
cannot retrieve the data that was  
erased.  
When you format the built-in memory,  
the operating instructions stored in the  
built-in memory will also be erased. To  
get another copy of the operating  
instructions, please visit the Sony  
support home page depending on your  
area (p. 121).  
System Information  
Displays the IC recorder model name  
and the version number of the software.  
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Settings (* : Initial setting)  
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FM Radio  
The IC recorder enters the FM radio  
mode.  
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(FM radio)  
*
(
Notes  
Idne  
While the FM radio is activated, you  
cannot change memory media or  
select a folder. Before starting FM  
radio recording, select the memory  
media and folder you want to use to  
record the FM broadcast in advance.  
You cannot record an FM broadcast in  
LPCM mode. When “REC Mode” is  
set to “LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit,” an FM  
broadcast is recorded in “MP3  
192kbps.”  
x
During recording an FM radio  
broadcast, the Mic Sensitivity, VOR,  
LCF (Low Cut Filter), and noise cut  
functions are disabled.  
1
Auto Preset  
Scans automatically for available  
frequencies. The stations will be stored  
in memory.  
*
(
Execute:  
The automatic presetting is executed.  
Cancel:  
The automatic presetting is canceled.  
1
DX/LOCAL  
Sets the receiver sensitivity when  
listening to the FM radio.  
*
(
DX :  
*
Normally, select this setting.  
LOCAL:  
When there is interference or  
collapsing caused by a intense  
electric field around the transmitting  
antenna of the broadcasting station,  
etc., select this setting.  
Note  
Select “DX” when the IC recorder  
reception status is not good due to a  
weak signal.  
1
for ICD-UX522F/UX523F only  
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Menu items  
Settings (* : Initial setting)  
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Scan Sensitivity  
Sets the scanning sensitivity when  
presetting FM radio stations.  
*
(FM radio)  
*
(
High(SCAN H) :  
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The scanning sensitivity is set to  
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high.  
Low(SCAN L):  
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The scanning sensitivity is set to low.  
1
Audio Output  
During FM reception or recording,  
switches between the sound from the  
speaker and the sound from the  
headphones.  
*
(
Headphones :  
*
The sound comes out from the  
headphones.  
Speaker:  
The sound comes out from the  
speaker(s).  
1
for ICD-UX522F/UX523F only  
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Using the IC Recorder with Your Computer  
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When the IC recorder is connected to your computer, you can transfer data  
between them.  
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Copying files from the IC recorder to your computer to store them (p. 101)  
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Copying music files from your computer to the IC recorder to play them back (  
Using the IC recorder as USB memory (p. 104)  
You can store image data or text data stored on the computer temporarily in the  
IC recorder.  
Managing and editing files using the Sound Organizer software (p. 105)  
The supplied Sound Organizer software allows you to transfer the files that you  
have recorded using the IC recorder to your computer to manage and edit  
them. You can also transfer music files and podcast files stored on your  
computer to the IC recorder.  
System requirements for your computer  
For details on the system requirements for your computer, see page 107, 115.  
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Connecting the IC recorder to your computer  
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x
Your computer  
IC recorder  
To USB port of your computer  
To exchange files between the IC recorder and your computer, connect the IC  
recorder to your computer.  
Slide the USB DIRECT slide lever on the back of the IC recorder, and  
insert the USB connector into the USB port of a running computer.  
Make sure the IC recorder has been recognized properly.  
On the Windows screen; open “My Computer” or “Computer,” and make  
sure that “IC RECORDER” or “MEMORY CARD” has been recognized.  
On the Macintosh screen; make sure that an “IC RECORDER” or  
“MEMORY CARD” drive is displayed on the Finder.  
The IC recorder is recognized by the computer as soon as the connection is  
made. While the IC recorder is connected to the computer, “Connecting” is  
displayed in the display window of the IC recorder.  
If the IC recorder cannot be connected to a computer directly, use the supplied  
USB connection support cable.  
USB connection support  
cable (supplied)  
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Structure of folders and files  
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The folders and files are displayed on the computer screen as shown.  
On a Windows screen using Explorer, and on a Macintosh screen using Finder,  
folders and files can be displayed by opening “IC RECORDER” or “MEMORY  
CARD.”  
Idne  
When connecting the IC recorder with your computer after the destination  
x
memory media has been set to “Memory Card” ( p. 29), the structure of  
folders is different from that when the destination memory media is set to  
“Built-In Memory.”  
Built-in memory  
microSD card  
“MEMORY CARD”  
IC RECORDER  
Folder for files recorded  
using the IC recorder  
PRIVATE  
SONY  
VOICE*1  
Folder for files recorded  
using the IC recorder  
FOLDER01  
VOICE  
FOLDER05  
FOLDER01  
FOLDER05  
Folder transferred from  
your computer  
MUSIC  
POP  
Folder transferred from  
your computer  
MUSIC  
J-POP*2  
POP  
3
LPCM  
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J-POP  
PODCASTS  
NEWS*2  
AAC-LC  
LPCM  
PODCASTS  
AAC-LC  
3
MP3  
*
NEWS  
AAC-LC  
MP3  
Conversation*2  
Conversation  
AAC-LC  
LPCM  
MP3  
LPCM  
MP3  
MP3  
MP3  
4
*
WMA  
WMA  
Instructions*5  
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Even if a file is transferred directly under the VOICE folder, it will not be displayed on  
*
the tab of the IC recorder. When you transfer a file from your computer to the IC  
recorder, put the file in the folders under the VOICE folder.  
2
The name of a folder in which music files are stored will be displayed on the IC  
recorder as it is, so it is convenient if you put an easy-to-remember name on the folder  
in advance.  
*
Folders shown in the illustration are examples of folder names.  
The IC recorder can recognize up to 8 levels of folders transferred to the IC recorder.  
If you transfer music files separately, they are classified as being in “No Folder.”  
The operating instructions of the IC recorder are stored in the “Instructions” folder  
directly under the “IC RECORDER” folder.  
3
4
5
*
*
*
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The title or artist name, etc., registered in the music files, can be displayed on the IC  
recorder. It is useful if you input the ID3 tag information using the software you use to  
make the music files on your computer.  
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If no title, or artist name has been registered “No Data” will be displayed in the display  
window of the IC recorder.  
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x
Structure of folders displayed in the display window of the IC recorder  
The display of the structure of the folders seen in the display window of the IC  
recorder is different from that seen on the display of a computer.  
The folder indicators in the display window of the IC recorder are as follows:  
: Folder for files recorded using the IC recorder  
: Folder transferred from a computer (They are displayed when music files  
have been transferred from a computer.)  
: Folder for podcast files transferred from a computer (These folders are  
displayed when podcast files have been transferred from a computer.)  
Note  
If folders have no files that can be played back using the IC recorder, those folders will not  
be displayed in the display window of the IC recorder.  
Folders displayed on the tab of the IC recorder  
Folders for files recorded using the IC recorder (folders under the VOICE  
folder) will be displayed.  
Note  
Even if a file is transferred directly under the VOICE folder, it will not be displayed on the  
tab of the IC recorder.  
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Folders displayed on the tab of the IC recorder  
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The following folders will be displayed among the folders forwarded from a  
computer.  
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Folders under the MUSIC folder which contains a file (when some folders  
have multiple levels, all folders will be displayed in parallel.)  
Folders transferred to places other than under the MUSIC folder or the  
PODCASTS folder  
A folder called “No Folder” (If you transfer music files separately, those files  
will be displayed under this folder.)  
Folders displayed on the tab of the IC recorder  
Folders for podcast files transferred from a computer will be displayed.  
When you transfer podcast files from your computer to the IC recorder, use the  
supplied Sound Organizer software.  
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Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer  
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Follow the procedures below; otherwise, data may be damaged.  
Make sure that the operation indicator of the IC recorder does not  
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light.  
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Perform the following operation on your computer.  
On the Windows taskbar at the bottom right of the desktop, left-click the  
following icon:  
Left-click “Eject IC RECORDER” (Windows 7), or “Safely remove USB  
Mass Storage Device” (Windows XP, Windows Vista).  
The icon and menu displayed can be different on different operating  
systems. The icon may not be always displayed on the taskbar depending  
on your computer settings.  
On a Macintosh screen, drag “IC RECORDER” on the Finder to “Trash”  
and drop it there.  
For details on disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer, refer to  
the operating instructions supplied with your computer.  
Disconnect the IC recorder from the USB port of the computer, and  
slide the USB DIRECT slide lever in the direction of the arrow to  
retract the USB connector.  
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Copying Files from the IC Recorder to Your  
Computer  
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You can copy the files and folders from the IC recorder to your computer to  
store them.  
Connect the IC recorder to your computer (p. 96).  
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)  
Your computer  
IC RECORDER or  
MEMORY CARD  
Click and hold,  
drag,  
and then drop.  
Disconnect the IC recorder from your computer (p. 100).  
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Copying Music Files from Your Computer to the  
IC Recorder and Playing Them Back  
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You can copy music or the other audio files (LPCM(.wav)/MP3(.mp3)/  
WMA(.wma)/AAC-LC(.m4a) ) from your computer to the IC recorder by  
*
dragging and dropping them, and you can play them back using the IC  
recorder.  
For the file formats that can be played back using the IC recorder, see “Specifications”  
*
(
p. 115).  
Copying a music file from your computer to the IC recorder (drag and  
drop)  
Connect the IC recorder to your computer (p. 96).  
Copy the folder in which the music files are stored to the IC recorder.  
On a Windows screen using Explorer, or on a Macintosh screen using  
Finder, drag and drop the folder containing the music files onto “IC  
RECORDER” or “MEMORY CARD.”  
The IC recorder can recognize up to 400 folders. You can copy up to 199  
files to one folder. Moreover, the IC recorder can recognize up to a total of  
4,095 folders and files for one memory media.  
Disconnect the IC recorder from your computer (p. 100).  
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Playing back music files copied from your computer using the IC recorder  
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Press FOLDER.  
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Press , press or to select the tab, and then press /  
ENTER.  
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Press or to select the folder ( ) in which music files are stored,  
and then press /ENTER.  
To display the files contained in the selected folder, press .  
Select the music file you want to play.  
When the file selection window is displayed, press or to select the  
desired file, and then press /ENTER.  
When the stop mode window is displayed, you can switch files by pressing  
and .  
Press /ENTER to start playback.  
Press STOP to stop playback.  
Display when playing back a music file  
Press or to check the music file information during playback.  
: Folder name  
: File name  
: Artist name  
: Title name  
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Using the IC Recorder as USB Memory  
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When the IC recorder is connected to your computer, image data or text data  
on the computer, as well as files recorded using the IC recorder can be  
temporarily stored on the IC recorder.  
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Your computer must meet the specified system requirements to use the IC  
recorder as USB memory.  
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For details on the system requirements, see page 115.  
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Using the Supplied Sound Organizer Software  
What you can do using Sound Organizer  
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Sound Organizer allows you to exchange files with an IC recorder or memory  
card. The songs imported from music CDs and other media, MP3 and other  
audio files imported from a computer, and podcasts can also be played and  
transferred to an IC recorder. Various operations can be performed for  
imported files, including playback, editing and conversion to MP3 and other  
formats. You can also burn CDs of the music you like, and send audio files by  
mail.  
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Importing files recorded with an IC recorder  
You can import recording files that were recorded with an IC recorder into  
Sound Organizer.  
The imported files are saved to the computer.  
Importing songs from a music CD  
You can import the songs of a music CD into Sound Organizer.  
The imported songs are saved to the computer.  
Importing songs on the computer  
You can import music and other files saved to the computer into Sound  
Organizer.  
Subscribing to and updating podcasts  
You can subscribe to podcasts in Sound Organizer.  
Subscribing to and updating podcasts enables you to download (subscription)  
and enjoy the latest data from the Internet.  
Playing files  
You can play the files imported into Sound Organizer.  
Changing the file information of files  
You can change the title name, artist name, and other file information  
displayed in the file list.  
Dividing files  
You can divide one file into multiple files.  
Combining files  
You can combine multiple files into one file.  
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Editing templates for a folder or file name  
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You can edit the templates used as “Change File Name” and “Change Folder  
Name” menu options.  
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Deleting files from an IC recorder  
You can delete a file saved to an IC recorder.  
Use this operation to delete files in the IC recorder when you want to increase  
the amount of free space in the IC recorder or there are unnecessary files.  
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Transferring files to an IC recorder  
You can transfer a file from Sound Organizer to an IC recorder or memory  
card.  
You can enjoy transferred music, podcasts, and other content on your IC  
recorder.  
Burning a music CD  
You can select your favorite songs from the songs imported into Sound  
Organizer and then burn your own original music CD.  
Other convenient uses  
You can start the mail software and send a recording file attached to mail.  
You can use the voice recognition software Dragon NaturallySpeaking (not  
supplied) which is compatible with Sound Organizer to perform voice  
recognition for a file and convert the voice to text.  
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System requirements for your computer  
The following shows the system requirements for using Sound Organizer.  
Operating systems  
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Windows 7 Ultimate  
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Windows 7 Professional  
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Windows 7 Home Premium  
Windows 7 Home Basic  
Windows 7 Starter (32 bit version)  
Windows Vista Ultimate Service Pack 2 or higher  
Windows Vista Business Service Pack 2 or higher  
Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 2 or higher  
Windows Vista Home Basic Service Pack 2 or higher  
Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Service Pack 3 or higher  
Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 Service Pack 3 or higher  
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Windows XP Media Center Edition Service Pack 3 or higher  
*
Windows XP Professional Service Pack 3 or higher  
Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 3 or higher  
Pre-installed.  
Excluding China  
*
Notes  
One of the above operating systems should be by default pre-installed. Upgraded  
operating systems or multi-boot environment are not supported.  
64 bit versions of Windows XP are not supported.  
IBM PC/AT or compatible  
CPU  
Windows XP: Pentium III processor of 500 MHz or faster  
Windows Vista: Pentium III processor of 800 MHz or faster  
Windows 7: Pentium III processor of 1 GHz or faster  
Memory  
Windows XP: At least 256 MB  
Windows Vista: At least 512 MB (In the case of Windows Vista Ultimate/  
Business/Home Premium, at least 1 GB is recommended.)  
Windows 7: At least 1 GB (32 bit version)/At least 2 GB (64 bit version)  
Free hard disk space  
At least 400 MB is required.  
Depending on the version of Windows, more than 400 MB may be used.  
Also, free space for handling music data is required.  
Display settings  
Screen resolution: 800 × 600 pixels or higher (1,024 × 768 pixels is  
recommended.)  
Screen color: High Color (16 bit) or higher  
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Sound card  
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A SoundBlaster compatible card is recommended.  
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USB port  
A compatible USB port is required to use devices and media.  
Operation via a USB hub is not guaranteed except for models for which  
operation has been specifically guaranteed.  
Disk drive  
A CD-ROM drive is required. To create a music CD, you need a CD-R/RW  
drive.  
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Installing Sound Organizer  
Install Sound Organizer on your computer.  
Notes  
When installing Sound Organizer, log in to an account with administrator privileges.  
Also, if you are using Windows 7 and the [User Account Control] screen appears,  
confirm the contents of the screen and then click [Yes] ([Continue] in the case of  
Windows Vista).  
Sound Organizer cannot be started by a user with limited privileges in Windows XP.  
To use the software update function in Windows XP, you must log on to an account with  
computer administrator privileges.  
The Windows Media Format Runtime module is added by the installer of Sound  
Organizer. This module is not removed when Sound Organizer is uninstalled.  
However, it may not be installed if it has been preinstalled.  
The data in the content storage folders is not deleted when Sound Organizer is  
uninstalled.  
In an installation environment in which multiple operating systems are installed on one  
computer, do not install Sound Organizer in each of the operating systems. Doing so  
may result in data inconsistencies.  
Make sure that the IC recorder is not connected, then turn on your  
computer and start up Windows.  
Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.  
The [Sound Organizer - InstallShield Wizard] menu starts up  
automatically and the [Welcome to Sound Organizer Installer] window  
appears.  
If the [Welcome to Sound Organizer Installer] menu does not start up,  
open Windows Explorer, right-click the CD-ROM drive, double-click  
[SoundOrganizerInstaller.exe], and then follow the instructions on the  
screen.  
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Make sure that you accept the terms of the license agreement,  
select [I accept the terms in the license agreement], then click  
[Next].  
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When the [Setup Type] window appears, select [Standard] or  
[Custom], and then click [Next].  
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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 [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.  
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Quick Operation Guide button  
Displays the Quick Operation Guide  
to receive guidance on the basic  
features of Sound Organizer.  
The Sound Organizer window  
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Sidebar (Import/Transfer)  
IC Recorder: Displays the transfer  
screen. A list of files on a connected  
device appears.  
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Import CD: Displays the screen  
for importing music CDs.  
Burn CD/DVD: Displays the  
screen for burning discs.  
Help  
Displays the help of Sound  
Organizer. For details on each  
operation, refer to these help files.  
Transfer buttons  
: Transfers the files of Sound  
Organizer to an IC recorder or  
memory card.  
: Imports the files of an IC  
recorder or memory card to My  
Library of Sound Organizer.  
The file list of Sound Organizer  
(My Library)  
Displays a list of files included in My  
Library of Sound Organizer in  
accordance with the operation.  
Recording Files : Displays a list of  
recording files.  
Recording files that were recorded  
with an IC recorder appear in this  
library when they are imported.  
Music: Displays a list of music  
files.  
Songs imported from a music CD  
appear in this library.  
Podcast: Displays a list of  
podcasts.  
The file list of the IC recorder  
Displays the files saved to the  
connected IC recorder or memory  
card.  
Edit Mode button  
Displays the edit area so that you  
can edit a file.  
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Using a USB AC Adaptor  
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USB connector of  
the IC recorder  
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USB AC adaptor  
x
(not supplied)  
You can charge the rechargeable battery by connecting the IC recorder to an  
AC outlet using a USB AC adaptor (not supplied). You can charge the battery  
while you are using the IC recorder, so that it is useful when you want to record  
for a long time.  
When you use the IC recorder for the first time, or after you have not used the  
IC recorder for a certain period of time, charge the battery continuously until  
” is displayed.  
It takes about 3 hours 30 minutes to fully charge an exhausted battery.  
*
This is an approximation for the time it takes to charge from no remaining battery power to full  
battery power at room temperature. It varies depending on the remaining power and the  
condition of the battery.  
*
Connect a USB AC adaptor (not supplied) to an AC outlet.  
Slide the USB DIRECT slide lever on the back of the IC recorder and  
connect the USB connector to the USB AC adaptor.  
While the battery is charging, the battery indicator is displayed in an  
animation.  
Now you can use the IC recorder while charging the battery.  
Battery indicator  
Notes  
While playing back files using the built-in speaker, you cannot charge the battery.  
You cannot charge an LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery (not supplied).  
During the FM listening and recording, you cannot charge a battery.  
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Follow the procedures below; otherwise, when the IC recorder contains data  
files, the files may be damaged or become unplayable.  
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If you are recording or playing back a file, press STOP to put the  
IC recorder into the stop mode.  
x
Make sure that the operation indicator of the IC recorder does not  
light.  
Disconnect the IC recorder from the USB AC adaptor, and then  
disconnect the USB AC adaptor from the AC outlet.  
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Precautions  
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On power  
Operate the unit only on 1.2 V or 1.5 V DC. Use one NH-AAA rechargeable  
battery or one LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery.  
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x
On safety  
Do not operate the unit while driving, cycling or operating any motorized  
vehicle.  
On handling  
Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to  
direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.  
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, remove the battery and  
have the unit checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.  
Be careful not to allow water to splash on the unit. The unit is not water-  
proof. In particular, be careful in the following situations.  
When you have the unit in your pocket and go to the bathroom, etc.  
When you bend down, the unit may drop into the water and may get wet.  
When you use the unit in an environment where the unit is exposed to  
rain, snow, or humidity.  
In circumstances where you get sweaty. If you touch the unit with wet  
hands or if you put the unit in the pocket of sweaty clothes, the unit may  
get wet.  
You may feel pain in your ears if you use the headphones when the ambient  
air is very dry. This is not because of a malfunction of the headphones, but  
because of static electricity accumulated in your body. You can reduce static  
electricity by wearing non-synthetic clothes that prevent the emergence of  
static electricity.  
On noise  
Noise may be heard when the unit is placed near an AC power source, a  
fluorescent lamp or a mobile phone during recording or playback.  
Noise may be recorded when an object, such as your finger, etc., rubs or  
scratches the unit during recording.  
On maintenance  
To clean the exterior, use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Then use a  
soft dry cloth to wipe the exterior. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner.  
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult  
your nearest Sony dealer.  
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Backup recommendations  
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To avoid potential risk of data loss caused by accidental operation or  
malfunction of the IC recorder, we recommend that you save a backup copy of  
your recorded files to a computer, etc.  
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On using a memory card  
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When formatting (initializing) a memory card, make sure to use the IC  
recorder to format it. Operations of the memory cards formatted with  
Windows or other devices are not guaranteed.  
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If you format a memory card containing recorded data, the recorded data will  
be deleted. Be careful not to delete important data.  
Do not leave a memory card within the reach of small children. They might  
accidentally swallow it.  
Do not insert or remove a memory card during recording/playback/  
formatting. Doing so may cause a malfunction of the IC recorder.  
Do not remove a memory card while the Accessing...” animation appears in  
the display window or the operation indicator is flashing in orange. Doing so  
may damage the data.  
We do not guarantee the operations of all types of compatible memory cards  
with the IC recorder.  
You cannot use a ROM (read-only-memory) type or write-protected memory  
card.  
Data may be corrupted in the following cases:  
When a memory card is removed or the IC recorder is turned off during a  
read or write operation.  
When a memory card is used in locations subject to static electricity or  
electrical noise.  
We assume no responsibility for any loss or damage of recorded data.  
We recommend that you save a backup copy of the important data.  
Do not touch the terminal of a memory card with your hand or a metal  
object.  
Do not strike, bend or drop a memory card.  
Do not disassemble or modify a memory card.  
Do not expose a memory card to water.  
Do not use a memory card under the following conditions:  
Locations beyond the required operating conditions, including locations,  
such as the hot interior of a car parked in the sun and/or in the summer,  
the outdoors exposed to direct sunlight, or a place near a heater.  
Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances present.  
When using a memory card, make sure to check the correct insertion  
direction into the memory card slot.  
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Specifications  
System requirements  
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To use your computer with the Sound Organizer software  
To use your computer with the Sound Organizer software, see “System  
requirements for your computer” ( p. 107).  
To use your computer without the Sound Organizer software  
To use your computer with the IC recorder without the Sound Organizer  
software, or to use the IC recorder as a USB mass storage device, your  
computer must meet the operating system requirements and port environment  
described below.  
Operating systems  
Windows 7 Ultimate  
Windows 7 Professional  
Windows 7 Home Premium  
Windows 7 Home Basic  
Windows 7 Starter  
Windows Vista Ultimate Service Pack 2 or higher  
Windows Vista Business Service Pack 2 or higher  
Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 2 or higher  
Windows Vista Home Basic Service Pack 2 or higher  
Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Service Pack 3 or higher  
Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 Service Pack 3 or higher  
*
Windows XP Media Center Edition Service Pack 3 or higher  
*
Windows XP Professional Service Pack 3 or higher  
Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 3 or higher  
Mac OS X (v10.3.9-v10.6)  
Pre-installed.  
Excluding China  
*
Notes  
One of the above operating systems should be by default pre-installed. Any operating  
system other than those indicated above (Windows 98, Windows 2000 or Linux, etc.),  
upgraded operating systems or multi-boot environment are not supported.  
64 bit versions of Windows XP are not supported.  
For the latest version information and compatibility with your operating system, please  
access the support home page for the IC recorder (p. 121).  
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Hardware environment:  
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Sound board: Sound boards compatible with any of the supported operating  
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Port: USB port  
Disk drive  
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A CD-ROM drive is required. To create a music CD, you need a CD-R/RW  
drive.  
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Notes  
The following systems are not supported:  
Operating systems other than the ones indicated on page 115  
Personally constructed computers or operating systems  
Upgraded operating systems  
Multi-boot environment  
Multi-monitor environment  
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IC Recorder section  
Capacity (User available capacity)  
ICD-UX522/UX522F  
2 GB (approx. 1.80 GB = 1,932,735,283 Byte)  
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ICD-UX523/UX523F  
4 GB (approx. 3.60 GB = 3,865,470,566 Byte)  
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A part of the memory capacity is used as a management area.  
Maximum number of folders (for a drive)  
400 folders  
Maximum number of files (for a folder)  
199 files  
Maximum number of files (for a drive)  
4,074 files (When 21 folders are contained in a drive.)  
Frequency range  
LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit  
MP3 192kbps  
MP3 128kbps  
MP3 160kbps(MONO)  
MP3 48kbps(MONO)  
MP3 8kbps(MONO)  
50 Hz - 20,000 Hz  
50 Hz - 20,000 Hz  
50 Hz - 16,000 Hz  
50 Hz - 20,000 Hz  
50 Hz - 14,000 Hz  
60 Hz - 3,400 Hz  
Compatible file formats  
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Bit rate: 32 kbps - 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))  
Sampling frequencies: 16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 kHz  
MP3  
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File extension: .mp3  
1
The playback of MP3 files recorded using the IC recorder is  
also supported. Not all encoders are supported.  
*
2
Bit rate: 32 kbps - 192 kbps, (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))  
WMA  
*
Sampling frequencies: 44.1 kHz  
File extension: .wma  
2
WMA Ver. 9 is compatible, however, MBR (Multi Bit Rate),  
Lossless, Professional, and Voice are not supported.  
Copyright-protected file cannot be played back. Not all  
encoders are supported.  
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Bit rate: 16 kbps - 320 kbps, (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))  
Sampling frequencies:  
11.025/12/16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 kHz  
AAC-LC  
LPCM  
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File extension: .m4a  
3
Copyright-protected file cannot be played back. Not all AAC  
encoders are supported.  
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Sampling frequencies: 44.1 kHz  
Quantization bit rate: 16 bit  
File extension: .wav  
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Frequency range  
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For Korea  
87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz  
IF 128 kHz  
For other countries and regions  
87.50 MHz - 108.00 MHz  
IF 128 kHz  
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Antenna  
Stereo headphones cord antenna  
General section  
Speaker  
Approx. 20 mm (13/16 in.) dia.  
Input/Output  
Microphone jack  
(minijack, stereo)  
input for plug in power, minimum input level 0.9 mV  
Headphone jack  
(minijack, stereo)  
output for 8 ohms - 300 ohms impedance headphones  
USB connector  
(Type-A)  
High-Speed USB compatible  
microSD memory card slot  
Playback speed control (DPC)  
2.00 times - 0.50 times  
1.00 time - 0.50 times  
MP3/WMA/AAC-LC  
LPCM  
Power output  
90 mW  
Power requirements  
One NH-AAA rechargeable battery  
(supplied)  
1.2 V DC  
One LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery 1.5 V DC  
(not supplied)  
Operating temperature  
5°C - 35°C (41 °F to 95 °F)  
Dimensions (w/h/d) (not incl. projecting parts and controls) (JEITA)*ꢂ  
Approx. 36.6 mm × 102.0 mm × 13.7 mm (1 1/2 × 4 1/8 × 9/16 inches)  
Mass (JEITA)*ꢂ  
Approx. 58 g (2 oz) including one NH-AAA rechargeable battery  
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Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries  
Association)  
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Supplied accessories  
See supplied Quick Start Guide  
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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The maximum recording time of all the folders is as follows.  
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REC mode  
(Recording  
scene*ꢃ)  
Built-in memory  
Memory card  
ꢄGB  
ICD-UX5ꢀꢀ/ ICD-UX5ꢀꢁ/ ꢀGB  
ꢂGB  
1ꢆGB  
ꢁꢀGB  
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UX5ꢀꢀF  
UX5ꢀꢁF  
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LPCM 44.1kHz/ 3h.  
16bit  
6h.  
3h.  
6h.  
12h. 5m. 24h. 15m. 48h. 40.m  
MP3 192kbps  
(
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22h. 20m. 44h. 40m. 22h. 20m. 44h. 40m. 89h. 25m. 178h.  
357h.  
)
MP3 128kbps  
33h. 30m. 67h. 5m. 33h. 30m. 67h. 5m. 134h.  
26h. 45m. 53h. 40m. 26h. 45m. 53h. 40m. 107h.  
268h.  
214h.  
715h.  
4294h.  
536h.  
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MP3 160kbps  
(MONO)  
MP3 48kbps  
(MONO)  
MP3 8kbps  
(MONO)  
429h.  
89h. 25m. 178h.  
536h. 1073h.  
89h. 25m. 178h.  
536h. 1073h.  
357h.  
1431h.  
8589h.  
2147h.  
h.: hours/m.: minutes  
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When you are going to record continuously for a long time, you may have to replace the battery with  
new one in the midst of recording. For details on the battery life, see the table on page 120.  
The maximum recording time in the above table is for your reference only, and may differ depending  
on the card specifications.  
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Default settings  
The maximum playback time of a music file /number of files*8  
Bit rate  
ICD-UXC5ꢀꢁ/UX5ꢀꢁF  
ICD-UXC5ꢀꢀ/UX5ꢀꢀF  
Playback time  
178h.  
67h. 5m.  
33h. 30m.  
Number of files Playback time Number of files  
48 kbps  
128 kbps  
256 kbps  
2670 files  
1006 files  
502 files  
89h. 25m.  
33h. 30m.  
16h. 45m.  
1341 files  
502 files  
251 files  
h.: hours/m.: minutes  
8
In the case where MP3 files of 4 minutes each are transferred to the IC recorder.  
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When using a Sony NH-AAA rechargeable battery*1  
REC Mode  
Recording  
Playback through Playback using the FM recording*ꢁ  
speaker*ꢀ  
Approx. 14h.  
Approx. 15h.  
Approx. 15h.  
headphones  
Approx. 34h.  
Approx. 41h.  
Approx. 41h.  
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LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit  
MP3 192kbps  
MP3 128kbps  
Approx. 22h.  
Approx. 24h.  
Approx. 24h.  
Approx. 7h. 30m.  
Approx. 7h. 30m.  
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MP3 160kbps (MONO) Approx. 24h.  
MP3 48kbps (MONO) Approx. 25h.  
Approx. 15h.  
Approx. 15h.  
Approx. 15h.  
Approx. 41h.  
Approx. 41h.  
Approx. 41h.  
Approx .7h. 30m.  
Approx. 7h. 30m.  
Approx. 8h.  
MP3 8kbps (MONO)  
Approx. 30h.  
Music file  
(128 kbps/44.1kHz)  
Approx. 15h.  
Approx. 41h.  
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Approx. 9h.  
FM reception  
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h.: hours/m.: minutes  
When using a Sony LR0ꢁ (SG) (size AAA) alkaline battery *1  
REC Mode  
Recording  
Playback through Playback using the FM recording*ꢁ  
speaker*ꢀ  
Approx. 20h.  
Approx. 22h.  
Approx. 22h.  
headphones  
Approx. 49h.  
Approx. 61h.  
Approx. 61h.  
LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit  
MP3 192kbps  
MP3 128kbps  
Approx. 24h.  
Approx. 29h.  
Approx. 31h.  
Approx. 8h. 30m.  
Approx. 8h. 30m.  
MP3 160kbps (MONO) Approx. 31h.  
MP3 48kbps (MONO) Approx. 33h  
Approx. 22h.  
Approx. 22h.  
Approx. 22h.  
Approx. 61h.  
Approx. 61h.  
Approx. 61h.  
Approx. 8h. 30m.  
Approx. 8h. 30m.  
Approx. 10h.  
MP3 8kbps (MONO)  
Approx. 42h.  
Music file  
(128 kbps/44.1kHz)  
Approx. 22h.  
Approx. 61h.  
3
Approx. 11h.  
FM reception  
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h.: hours/m.: minutes  
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The battery life is measured in testing using methods proprietary to Sony. The battery life may shorten  
depending on how you operate the IC recorder.  
When playing back music through the internal speaker with the volume level set to 13  
for ICD-UX522F/UX523F only  
*
2
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Troubleshooting  
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Before taking the IC recorder for repair, check the following sections. Should  
any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest  
Sony dealer.  
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Please access the following support home page to get the support information  
about your IC recorder:  
For customers in Europe:  
http://support.sony-europe.com/DNA  
For customers in Latin America:  
http://www.sony-latin.com/index.crp  
For customers in the U.S.A.:  
http://www.sony.com/recordersupport  
For customers in Canada:  
http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport  
http://fr.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport  
For customers in other countries/regions:  
http://www.sony-asia.com/support  
Note that recorded files may be deleted during service or repair work.  
On the IC recorder operations  
Noise  
Noise is heard.  
An object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubbed or scratched the IC recorder  
during recording so that noise was recorded.  
The IC recorder was placed near an AC power source, a fluorescent lamp or a  
mobile phone during recording or playback.  
The plug of the connected external microphone (not supplied) is dirty.  
Clean the plug.  
The plug of the connected headphones is dirty.  
Clean the plug.  
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The IC recorder cannot be turned on. The IC recorder does not operate, even if you  
press any button.  
The battery is weak.  
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The battery has been inserted with incorrect polarity ( p. 18).  
The power of the IC recorder is off.  
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Slide and hold the HOLD•POWER switch in the direction of “POWER” until the  
window display appears. The power is turned on ( p. 22).  
The HOLD function is activated.  
Slide the HOLD•POWER switch in the center direction ( p. 16).  
The IC recorder cannot be turned off.  
Slide and hold the HOLD•POWER switch in the direction of “POWER” until “Power  
Offanimation is displayed when the IC recorder is stopped. The power is turned off  
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The IC recorder is powered off automatically.  
When the IC recorder is in the stop mode and you leave the IC recorder without  
attempting an operation for a certain length of time, the auto power off function  
will take effect. (The length of time before auto power off is set to “10min” when  
you purchase the IC recorder.) You can select the length of time before auto power  
off takes effect in the menu ( p. 91).  
The battery life is short.  
The battery life on page 120 is based on playback with the volume level set to 13.  
The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the IC recorder.  
Even if you do not use the IC recorder, the battery is consumed slightly. If you do  
not intend to use the IC recorder for an extended period of time, it is recommended  
that you turn the power off ( p. 22) or remove the battery. Moreover, if you set  
Auto Power Offto a short span in the menu ( p. 91), you can prevent the  
battery from being consumed due to forgetting to turn the IC recorder off.  
The battery indicator is displayed only for a short time, however, the rechargeable  
battery is not charged completely. It takes about 3 hours 30 minutes to fully charge  
an exhausted battery.  
The IC recorder has not been used for a certain time. Charge and discharge the  
rechargeable battery using the IC recorder several times.  
You are using the rechargeable battery in an environment with a temperature of  
under 5 °C (41 ºF). Battery life becomes shorter as a result of the battery  
characteristics. This is not a malfunction.  
The rechargeable battery has deteriorated. Replace the old rechargeable battery with  
a new one.  
You are using a manganese battery for this IC recorder. You cannot use the IC  
recorder with a manganese battery.  
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You cannot charge the battery by connecting the IC recorder to your computer.  
When you connect the IC recorder to a computer which is not running, the battery  
will not be charged. Even if the computer is on, and the computer is in a mode of  
reduced operation (standby or sleep), you cannot charge the battery.  
“USB Charge” is set to “OFF” in the menu.  
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To charge the battery using your computer, set it to “ON” ( p. 91).  
Disconnect the IC recorder from your computer and reconnect it.  
The charging indicator is not displayed or disappears in the middle of charging.  
A rechargeable battery has not been inserted, or a battery other than a rechargeable  
battery (alkaline battery, manganese battery, etc.) has been inserted.  
A rechargeable battery has been inserted with incorrect polarity.  
The USB connector of the IC recorder is not connected properly.  
While playing back files using the built-in speaker or listening to the FM radio  
(ICD-UX522F/UX523F only), you cannot charge the battery.  
The rechargeable battery has deteriorated.  
Replace the old rechargeable battery with a new one.  
or“ ”is flashing instead of the battery indicator.  
The environmental temperature is out of the range for charging. Charge the battery  
in an environment with a temperature of 5 °C - 35 °C (41 °F - 95 °F).  
Operating  
The IC recorder does not operate correctly.  
Take out the battery and insert it again.  
You may have formatted the memory of the IC recorder using the computer.  
Use the IC recorder formatting function to format the memory ( p. 92).  
The operation indicator does not light.  
“LED” is set to “OFF.”  
Display the menu and set “LED” to “ON” ( p. 89).  
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You cannot record a file.  
The remaining memory capacity is insufficient.  
You cannot record a file when you select a folder in the playback-only area (the  
tab and the tab).  
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Recording is interrupted.  
The VOR function is activated. When you are not using the VOR function, set  
“VOR” to “OFF” in the menu ( p. 38).  
The VOR function does not work.  
During synchronized recording, the VOR function does not work.  
During recording an FM broadcast (ICD-UX522F/UX523F only), the VOR  
function does not work.  
When recording from other equipment, the input level is too strong or not strong  
enough.  
Connect the headphone jack of other equipment to the (microphone) jack of the  
IC recorder and adjust the volume level on the piece of equipment connected to the  
IC recorder.  
Playback  
The playback volume is low.  
The built-in speaker is mainly for monitoring, and the playback volume is low.  
Use the supplied headphones.  
No sound comes from the speaker.  
Headphones are plugged in ( p. 51).  
Audio Output” in the menu is set to “Headphones,” when you are listening to the  
radio (ICD-UX522F/UX523F only).  
Set Audio Output” to “Speaker” ( p. 77).  
Sound comes from the speaker even when the headphones are plugged in.  
If you plug in the headphones not securely during playback, the sound may come  
from the speaker.  
Unplug the headphones, and then insert them securely.  
Audio Output” in the menu is set to “Speaker,” when you are listening to the radio  
(ICD-UX522F/UX523F only).  
Set Audio Output” to “Headphones” ( p. 77).  
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Sound effect does not change even when theEffectsetting is changed.  
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(ICD-UX522F/UX523F only), the effect function is invalid.  
When the NOISE CUT switch is set to “ON,” the effect function does not work.  
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Playback speed is too fast or too slow.  
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The DPC(SPEED CTRL) switch to “ON,” and the playback speed is adjusted with   
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or .  
Slide the DPC(SPEED CTRL) switch to “OFF” or press or to adjust the  
speed in DPC again ( p. 46).  
You cannot play back an LPCM file at a speed exceeding 1.00 times the recorded  
speed. If you attempt to adjust the playback speed faster than that limit, “NO FAST”  
appears in the display window.  
Playback sound is not good when a music file is played back.  
When you play back a music file with the NOISE CUT switch set to “ON,” playback  
sound may be deteriorated.  
Set the NOISE CUT switch to “OFF.”  
Editing  
You cannot divide a file.  
You need a certain amount of free space in the memory to divide a file.  
199 files have been recorded in the selected folder ( ).  
Erase some of the files ( p. 57) or erase all the files after you store them on the  
other memory media or on your computer.  
Because of the system limitations, you may not be able to divide a file at the very  
beginning or at the very end of the file.  
You cannot divide files other than those recorded using the IC recorder (e.g., a file  
transferred from a computer).  
You cannot move a file.  
You cannot move a (Podcast) file.  
You cannot move a protected file.  
You cannot move a file to a memory card.  
You cannot copy a file to another memory.  
You cannot copy a (Podcast) file to another memory.  
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“--:--is displayed.  
You have not set the clock ( p. 23).  
“--y--m--dor--:--is displayed on the REC Date display.  
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The date of recording will not be displayed if you recorded the file when the clock  
was not set.  
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Display  
There are fewer menu items displayed in the menu mode.  
During playback, recording, or FM reception (ICD-UX522F/UX523F only) modes,  
there are menu items that are not displayed ( p. 79).  
The remaining time displayed in the display window is shorter than that  
displayed in the supplied Sound Organizer software.  
The IC recorder requires a certain amount of memory for system operation. That  
amount is subtracted from the remaining time, which is the reason for the  
difference.  
Files  
TheMemory Fullanimation is displayed and you cannot start recording.  
The memory is full.  
Erase some of the files ( p. 57) or erase all the files after you store them on the  
other memory media or on your computer.  
TheFile Fullanimation is displayed and you cannot operate the IC recorder.  
199 files have been recorded in the selected folder ( ) or 4,074 files (when there  
are 21 folders) in total have been recorded. Therefore you cannot record another  
file, or move a file.  
Erase some of the files ( p. 57) or erase all the files after you store them on the  
other memory media or on your computer.  
The memory card is not recognized.  
Remove a memory card and check the side of the memory card. Then insert it with  
correct side and direction ( p. 20).  
Switch the memory media of the IC recorder to “Memory Card” ( p. 29).  
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Computers  
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Menu does not reflect the change in settings.  
If the battery is removed just after the menu setting is changed, or the menu setting  
is changed using “IC Recorder Setting” of the Sound Organizer software with the  
exhausted battery inserted, the menu setting may not function.  
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A character in a folder or file name is displayed in unreadable characters.  
The IC recorder cannot support or display some special characters and symbols that  
are entered on a computer using Windows Explorer or the Macintosh Finder.  
It takes a long time to copy a file.  
If the file size of a file is large, it takes a considerable time to finish copying. Wait  
until the copying is finished.  
The IC recorder is not recognized by your computer. A folder/file cannot be  
transferred from your computer.  
Disconnect the IC recorder from your computer and reconnect it.  
Do not use a USB hub or USB extension cable other than supplied USB connection  
support cable. Connect the IC recorder directly to your computer or use the  
supplied USB connection support cable.  
Operation is not guaranteed if you use any system requirements other than those  
described on page 115.  
Depending on the USB port position, the IC recorder may not be recognized. If this  
happens, try another port.  
The file transferred from your computer cannot be played back.  
The IC recorder can recognize up to 8 levels of folders transferred to the IC  
recorder.  
The file format may differ from those that can be played back using the IC recorder  
(LPCM(.wav)/MP3(.mp3)/WMA(.wma)/AAC-LC(.m4a)). Check the compatible  
file formats ( p. 117).  
The computer cannot start.  
If you reboot the computer with the IC recorder connected to the computer, the  
computer may freeze or may not start properly.  
Disconnect the IC recorder from the computer and reboot the computer again.  
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No sound comes from the speaker.  
Audio Output” in the menu is set to “Headphones,” when you are listening to the  
radio (ICD-UX522F/UX523F only).  
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Set Audio Output” to “Speaker” ( p. 77).  
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Sound comes from the speaker even when the headphones are plugged in.  
Audio Output” in the menu is set to “Speaker,” when you are listening to the radio  
(ICD-UX522F/UX523F only).  
Set Audio Output” to “Headphones” ( p. 77).  
The audio is weak or has poor quality when listening to the radio.  
Move the unit away from the TV.  
The picture of your TV becomes unstable.  
If you are listening to an FM program near the TV with an indoor antenna, move  
the IC recorder away from the TV.  
You cannot receive FM radio stations, or a lot of static is heard.  
The headphones are not connected (the headphone cord is the FM antenna)  
Connect the headphones to the (headphone) jack and extend the headphone  
cord.  
“DX/LOCALhas been set to “LOCAL.”  
Set it to “DX” ( p. 75).  
You cannot preset an FM radio station.  
You have already preset 30 FM radio stations.  
Erase unwanted preset stations ( p. 74).  
“Scan Sensitivity” has been set to “Low(SCAN L).”  
Set it to “High(SCAN H)” ( p. 76).  
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Refer to the help files of the Sound Organizer software, too.  
The Sound Organizer software cannot be installed.  
The free disk or memory space on the computer is too small.  
Inde  
Check the hard disk and memory space.  
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You are trying to install the software into the operating system that the Sound  
Organizer software does not support.  
Install the software into the supported operating system ( p. 107).  
In Windows XP, you have logged on using a user name belonging to a user account  
with limitations. Or in Windows Vista or Windows 7, you have logged on using a  
guest account.  
Make sure to log on using a user name with computer administrator privileges.  
The IC recorder cannot be properly connected.  
Check that the installation of the software has been successful. Also check the  
connection as follows:  
When using an external USB hub, connect the IC recorder directly to the  
computer or use the supplied USB connection support cable.  
Disconnect and then connect the IC recorder.  
Connect the IC recorder to another USB port.  
Your computer may be in the system standby/hibernate mode.  
Do not let your computer enter into the system standby/hibernate mode while  
being connected to the IC recorder.  
Save a backup copy of all of the data stored on the built-in memory or the memory  
card, and then format the built-in memory or the memory card using the  
formatting function in the menu ( p. 92).  
Playback sound from the computer is low./No sound is emitted from the  
computer.  
No sound board is installed.  
No speaker is built-in or connected to the computer.  
The volume of the sound is turned down.  
Turn up the volume on the computer. (Refer to the instruction manual of the  
computer.)  
The volume of WAV files can be changed and saved using the “Increase Volume”  
feature of the Microsoft Sound Recorder.  
Stored files cannot be played back or edited.  
You cannot play back files whose file format the Sound Organizer software does not  
support. Depending on the file format, you cannot use part of editorial features of  
the software. Refer to the help files of the Sound Organizer software.  
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Store a file on your computer first , and then add it to the IC recorder. ( Select  
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the saving file format that suits the IC recorder you use.)  
Operation is slow when there are many files.  
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When the total number of files increases, the operation becomes slower, regardless  
of the length of the recording time.  
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Display does not work during saving, adding, or deleting of files.  
It takes a longer time to copy or delete long files.  
Wait until the copying is finished. After completing operations, the display works  
normally.  
The softwarehangswhen the Sound Organizer software starts up.  
Do not disconnect the connector of the IC recorder while the computer is  
communicating with the IC recorder. Otherwise the computer operations become  
unstable or the data inside the IC recorder may be damaged.  
There may be conflict between the software and other driver or application.  
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Follow the instructions below if a message appears in the display.  
Message  
Cause/Remedy  
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HOLD  
Slide HOLD Switch to  
Activate.  
All the button operations are disabled because the IC  
recorder is in the HOLD status to prevent unintentional  
operations. Slide the HOLD•POWER switch towards the  
x
center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status (  
Low Battery Level  
You cannot format the memory or erase all the files in a  
folder because of insufficient battery power. Charge the  
rechargeable battery ( p. 18) or replace the old  
rechargeable battery with a new one. Or replace the old  
LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery with a new one.  
Low Battery  
The battery is exhausted. Charge the rechargeable battery  
(
p. 18) or replace the old rechargeable battery with a  
new one. Or replace the old LR03 (size AAA) alkaline  
battery with a new one.  
Memory Card Error  
An error occurred while a memory card was being inserted  
into the memory card slot. Remove and try inserting it  
again. If this message persists, use a new memory card.  
Memory Card Not  
Supported  
A memory card that the IC recorder does not support is  
Read Only Memory Card  
A read-only memory card is inserted. A read-only memory  
card cannot be used with the IC recorder.  
Memory Full  
The remaining memory capacity of the IC recorder is  
insufficient. Erase some files before recording.  
File Full  
When there are already the maximum number of files in  
the selected folder or the total number of files stored on the  
IC recorder has exceeded the maximum, you cannot record  
a new file. Erase some files before recording.  
Settings are Full  
When 30 FM stations have already been stored in the IC  
recorder’s memory, you cannot preset a new FM station  
(for ICD-UX522F /UX523F only).  
When you rename a folder, there are already 10 folders  
with the same folder name as the folder you selected. Please  
select a different folder name from the templates.  
Track Marks are Full  
File Damaged  
You can set up to 98 track marks for a file. Cancel  
unwanted track marks ( p. 62).  
You cannot play back or edit files, because the data of the  
selected file is damaged.  
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The IC recorder cannot be turned on using the computer  
because there is no copy of the control file required for  
operation. Format the IC recorder using the formatting  
function in the menu ( p. 92). Do not use your computer  
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to format the IC recorder.  
Process Error  
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The IC recorder failed in memory access. Remove and then  
re-insert the battery.  
Save a backup copy of your data and format the IC recorder  
using the menu ( p. 92).  
Stop and Reinsert  
Memory Card  
A memory card was inserted during recording or playback.  
Remove the memory card and insert it while the IC  
recorder is in the stop mode.  
Set Date&Time  
No File  
Set the clock; otherwise, you cannot set the alarm.  
The selected folder does not have any files. You cannot  
move a file or set the alarm, etc., because of this.  
No Track Marks  
No Memory Card  
File Protected  
There are no track marks when you attempt to erase a track  
mark or track marks, or divide a file at all the track mark  
positions.  
There is no memory card inserted into the memory card  
slot when you attempt to set the “Select Memory,” or “File  
Copy” menus.  
The selected file is protected or is a “Read only” file. You  
cannot erase it. Cancel the protection on the IC recorder or  
cancel “Read only” on your computer to edit the file using  
the IC recorder.  
Already Set  
You set the alarm to play back a file at a date and time  
previously set on another file. Change the alarm setting.  
Past Date/Time  
Unknown Data  
You set the alarm when the time has already passed. Check  
it and set the appropriate date and time ( p. 54).  
This data is not in a file format that is supported by the IC  
recorder. The IC recorder supports LPCM(.wav)/MP3  
(.mp3)/WMA(.wma)/AAC-LC(.m4a) files. For details, see  
You cannot play back copyright protected files.  
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You cannot divide or set a track mark in files in the folder  
in the playback-only area (the tab and the tab).  
When a memory card has a bad block on it, the card  
cannot be written to. Prepare a new memory card to  
replace the current one.  
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The file name has reached the maximum number of  
characters; you cannot divide the file. Shorten the file name.  
The “Divide All Track Marks” function cannot be used  
because there is a track mark within 0.5 seconds from the  
dividing position.  
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The “Divide All Track Marks” function cannot be used  
because there is a track mark within 0.5 seconds from the  
beginning of a file or the end of a file.  
The file length is less than 1 second; you cannot divide such  
a short file.  
The “Divide Current Position” function cannot be used at a  
position within 0.5 seconds from the beginning of a file or  
the end of a file.  
New File  
The file being recorded has reached the maximum size  
limit (2 GB for an LPCM file, and 1 GB for an MP3 file).  
The file will be divided automatically and recording will  
continue as a new file.  
Invalid when Noise Cut is  
ON  
When the NOISE CUT switch is set to “ON,” the effect  
function does not work. Set the NOISE CUT switch to  
“OFF.” ( p. 45).  
Change Folder  
If there are no files in the or folder, no folders are  
displayed in the display window. A folder containing a file  
will be displayed.  
Cannot Divide - Exceeds  
Max 199 Files in Folder  
When there are already 199 files in the selected folder or  
the total number of files stored on the IC recorder exceeds  
the maximum, you cannot divide a file. Erase some files  
before dividing a file.  
Same File Name Exists  
A file of the same file name already exists in the folder, so a  
file cannot be created or renamed.  
Erased Track Marks too  
near Divide Point  
When there is a track mark set within 0.5 seconds from the  
dividing position, the track mark is automatically erased.  
No operation with  
Memory Card  
You cannot set an alarm in a file stored on a memory card.  
Switch the memory media of the IC recorder to “Built-In  
Memory” ( p. 29, 30).  
AVLS  
*
The volume of the playback sound exceeds the AVLS-  
specified level. Adjust the volume to a moderate level.  
System Error  
A system error other than the above has occurred. Remove  
the battery and re-insert it.  
: for the European models only  
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There are some system limitations of the IC recorder. Troubles as mentioned  
below are not malfunctions of the IC recorder.  
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Symptom  
Cause/Remedy  
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You cannot display or play  
back music files in order.  
If you have transferred music files using your computer,  
those files may not be transferred in order of transfer  
because of system limitations. If you transfer music files  
from your computer to the IC recorder one by one, you can  
display and play back the music files in transferred order.  
A file is divided  
automatically.  
The file being recorded has reached the maximum size  
limit (2 GB for an LPCM file, and 1 GB for an MP3 file).  
Therefore it is automatically divided.  
You cannot enter lower-  
case characters.  
Depending on the combination of the characters used for  
the folder name that was made on your computer, those  
characters may change to all capitals.  
” is displayed in place  
of a folder name, title,  
artist name, or file name.  
A character which cannot be displayed on the IC recorder  
has been used. Using your computer, replace it with one  
which can be displayed on the IC recorder.  
When you set A-B repeat  
playback, the set positions  
move a little.  
The remaining recording  
time becomes shorter  
when you divide a file.  
Depending on the files, the set positions may move.  
You need a certain amount of free space for a file  
management area to divide a file, therefore the remaining  
recording time will be shortened.  
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Trademarks  
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Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows Media are registered  
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/  
or other countries.  
Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the USA  
and other countries.  
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Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.  
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from  
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.  
microSD and microSDHC logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.  
Nuance, the Nuance logo, Dragon, Dragon NaturallySpeaking, and  
RealSpeak are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Nuance  
Communications Inc., and/or its affiliates in the United States and/or other  
countries.  
US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories.  
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.  
The “Sound Organizer” uses software modules as shown below:  
Windows Media Format Runtime  
This product contains technology subject to certain intellectual property rights  
of Microsoft.  
Use or distribution of this technology outside of this product is prohibited  
without the appropriate license(s) from Microsoft.  
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Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only  
the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can  
maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer,  
the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)® and the American Speech-  
Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) want you to get the most out of your  
equipment by playing it at a safe level; a level that lets the sound come through  
clearly without annoying blaring or distortion and, most importantly, without  
damaging your sensitive hearing.  
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Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to  
higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and  
harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe  
level BEFORE your hearing adapts.  
TO ESTABLISH A SAFE LEVEL:  
Set your volume control to the lowest level where you can hear the music  
comfortably and clearly. Prolonged exposure to anything over 85 decibels can  
cause gradual hearing loss.  
Once you have established a sound level where you can hear the audio  
comfortably, clearly and without distortion, set the dial and leave it there.  
See if your music player has a volume limiter that allows you to set a safe  
listening level by establishing a maximum volume level on your player. This is  
a great solution for parents to ensure their children listen at a safe level.  
Limit listening time to give your hearing “quiet breaks.”  
BE SURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES WHEN  
WEARING YOUR HEADPHONES OR EARBUDS:  
Do not turn up the volume so high that you can’t hear sounds around you.  
Do not use headphones or earbuds while operating a motorized vehicle; it  
may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.  
Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide years of fun and  
enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it  
is too late, this manufacturer, CEA and ASHA recommend that you avoid  
prolonged exposure to excessive noise. The following list of sound levels is  
included for your information so that you can better protect your hearing.  
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DECIBEL LEVEL EXAMPLES:  
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Moderate rainfall  
Normal conversation  
Busy traffic, vacuum cleaner  
Alarm clock  
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CONSTANT EXPOSURE TO THESE NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS:  
90  
Lawn mower, motorcycle  
100 Chain saw  
110 Rock concert  
120 Jet plane takeoff  
130 Jackhammer  
140 Firecrackers  
This information courtesy of the American Speech-Language-Hearing  
Association (ASHA), the national professional, scientific and credentialing  
association for more than 135,000 audiologists, speech-language pathologists,  
and speech, language and hearing scientists. For information on protection  
against noise-induced hearing loss, call the ASHA Action Center  
(800-638-8255), Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. To find an  
audiologist in your area, visit www.asha.org/findpro. Parents can find helpful  
information about how to protect their children’s hearing and how to teach  
them about safe listening at www.listentoyourbuds.org, an ASHA award-  
winning public education campaign sponsored in part by CEA.  
A safety tip from the Consumer Electronics Association, 1919 South Eads  
Street, Arlington, VA 22202 and the American Speech-Language-Hearing  
Association, 2200 Research Boulevard, Rockville, MD 20850.  
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A-B repeat ....................................... 50  
AAC-LC files ................................ 117  
Adjusting the volume ..............32, 42  
Alarm ..................................54, 79, 86  
Alkaline battery ........................... 120  
AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter  
System) ............................17, 79, 86  
Easy search .........................51, 79, 85  
Editing files ..................................... 59  
Effect ...................................47, 79, 84  
Erasing ............................................ 57  
Erasing all files in a  
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folder ...............................58, 79, 88  
Erasing all the track  
marks ...............................63, 79, 87  
Erasing a track mark .........62, 79, 87  
External microphone .................... 39  
B
Battery indicator ....................18, 111  
Battery life .................................... 120  
Built-in memory ................29, 30, 97  
Built-in microphones .................... 31  
F
FM radio  
Listening to the  
FM radio ..................... 69, 70, 80, 93  
Presetting FM radio stations  
automatically .....................72, 80, 93  
Presetting FM radio stations  
manually .........................................73  
Recording FM broadcasts ................71  
Switching the FM radio  
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Calendar .............................52, 80, 88  
Changing a file name ........67, 79, 87  
Changing a folder name ...66, 79, 87  
Changing the Scene Select  
settings ............................36, 79, 81  
Connecting the IC recorder to  
your computer ......................18, 96  
Copying a file to the other  
output .................................77, 80, 94  
Switching the receiver  
sensitivity ...........................75, 80, 93  
Switching the scanning  
sensitivity ...........................76, 80, 94  
Folder ..................................27, 66, 97  
memory ...........................60, 79, 87  
Copying files to your  
computer ................................... 101  
Copying music files to the  
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IC recorder ................................ 102  
Cue ................................................... 51  
HOLD ............................................. 16  
HOLD•POWER switch ..........16, 22  
D
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Displaying the current date  
Index to parts and controls  
and time ...................................... 25  
Display window ............................. 10  
Dividing a file at all the track  
Display window ................................10  
Front .....................................................8  
Rear .......................................................9  
Input selection .............39, 41, 79, 83  
Inserting a memory card .............. 20  
mark positions ................65, 79, 88  
Dividing a file at the current  
position ...........................64, 79, 87  
DPC (Digital Pitch Control) ........ 46  
L
LPCM files .................................... 117  
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Memory card ............. 20, 29, 30, 114  
Menu  
Noise .............................................. 113  
Noise cut ......................................... 45  
Noise cut level ....................45, 79, 84  
Alarm ...........................................79, 86  
Audio Output ..............................80, 94  
Auto Power Off ...........................80, 91  
Auto Preset ..................................80, 93  
AVLS .............................................79, 86  
Backlight ......................................80, 89  
Beep ..............................................80, 90  
Calendar .......................................80, 88  
Change File Name ......................79, 87  
Change Folder Name .................79, 87  
Date&Time ..................................80, 90  
Display .........................................80, 88  
Divide All Track Marks ..............79, 88  
Divide Current Position .............79, 87  
DX/LOCAL .................................80, 93  
Easy Search ..................................79, 85  
Effect .............................................79, 84  
Erase All .......................................79, 88  
Erase All Track Marks ................79, 87  
Erase Track Mark ........................79, 87  
File Copy ......................................79, 87  
FM Radio .....................................80, 93  
Format ..........................................80, 92  
Language ......................................80, 90  
LCF(Low Cut) .............................79, 83  
LED ...............................................80, 89  
Making settings .................................78  
Menu Settings ....................................79  
Mic Sensitivity .............................79, 82  
Move File .....................................79, 87  
Noise Cut Level ...........................79, 84  
Play Mode ....................................79, 85  
Protect ..........................................79, 87  
REC Mode ...................................79, 82  
Scan Sensitivity ...........................80, 94  
Scene Edit ....................................79, 81  
Scene Select .................................79, 81  
Select Input ..................................79, 83  
Select Memory ............................80, 89  
SYNC REC ...................................79, 83  
System Information ....................80, 92  
Time Display ...............................80, 90  
USB Charge .................................80, 91  
VOR ..............................................79, 83  
Messages list ................................. 131  
microSD card ................................. 97  
Monitoring the recording ............. 32  
Moving a file .......................59, 79, 87  
MP3 files ....................................... 117  
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Pause recording .............................. 33  
Playback .......................................... 42  
Playback modes .......................49, 85  
Playback speed ............................... 46  
Playback time ............................... 119  
Podcasts ........................................ 105  
Precautions ................................... 113  
Protecting a file ..................68, 79, 87  
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Rechargeable battery .....18, 111, 120  
Recharging the battery ..........18, 111  
Recording ....................................... 31  
Recording from a telephone ......... 39  
Recording from other  
equipment ................................... 40  
Recording level guide ................... 32  
Recording time ............................ 119  
Recording with an external  
microphone ................................ 39  
Recording with other  
equipment ................................... 56  
Remaining recording time ........... 44  
Review .......................................33, 51  
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Scene selection ...................34, 79, 81  
Selecting a folder and a file .......... 27  
Selecting a tab ................................ 28  
Selecting the  
memory .....................29, 30, 80, 89  
Setting the clock .................23, 80, 90  
Setting the language ..........26, 80, 90  
Sound Organizer ......................... 105  
Specifications ............................... 115  
Synchronized recording ....40, 79, 83  
System limitations ....................... 134  
System requirements ...........107, 115  
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Track mark ..................................... 61  
Troubleshooting ........................... 121  
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USB AC adaptor .......................... 111  
USB Memory ................................ 104  
Using the IC recorder with your  
computer ..................................... 95  
V
VOR (Voice Operated  
Recording) ......................38, 79, 83  
W
WMA files .................................... 117  
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