Sony ICD-ST20 - Manual (Page 49)

Other Functions
49 GB
Preventing Accidental Operation —
HOLD Function
Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the
arrow. “HOLD” will flash for 3 seconds,
indicating that all the functions of the buttons are
locked.
When the HOLD function is activated during
stop, all the display will be turned off after
“HOLD” flashes.
To cancel the HOLD function
Slide the HOLD switch in the opposite direction.
1 Tip
Even if the HOLD function is activated, you can stop the alarm playback. To
stop the alarm or playback, press xSTOP. (You cannot stop usual playback.)
HOLD switch