Sony ICD-PX440 - Manual

IC Recorder
Quick Start Guide
© 2014 Sony Corporation Printed in China
4-534-065- 51(1)
ICD-PX440
ˎ IC Recorder (1)
ˎ Stereo headphones* (1)
ˎ Carrying pouch* (1)
ˎ LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery
(2)
ˎ Quick Start Guide
ˎ Application Software, Sound
Organizer (Installer file stored in
the built‑in memory so that you
can install it to your computer.)
ˎ Help Guide (HTML file stored
in the built‑in memory so it
can easily be copied to your
computer.)
* supplied with some models in
some regions.
Check the supplied items.
ˎ Electret condenser microphone
ECM‑TL3, ECM‑CS3
ˎ Rechargeable battery
NH‑AAA‑B2EN, NH‑AAA‑B2KN
ˎ USB AC adaptor AC‑UD20,
AC‑U50AG, AC‑U501AD (except
Argentina)
ˎ Compact charger & 2‑pc AAA
Multi‑Use Premium batteries
BCG‑34HS2KAN,
BCG‑34HW2KAN (except
Argentina)
Optional accessories
Welcome to your new Sony IC recorder!
This is the Quick Start Guide, which provides you with instructions on the basic operations of the IC recorder.
Please read it carefully. We hope you enjoy using your new Sony IC recorder.
Parts and controls
 Operation indicator
 Built‑in microphones (stereo) (L)
 Built‑in microphones (stereo) (R)
 Display window
 REC/PAUSE (record/pause) button
 STOP button
 Control button (, ,  (review/fast backward),
 (cue/fast forward))
 (play/enter) button* 1
 MENU button
 T‑MARK (track mark) button
 FOLDER button
 Speaker
 Strap hole (A strap is not supplied.)
 USB connector compartment
  (headphones) jack
  (microphone) (PLUG IN POWER) jack*
1
 ERASE button
 VOL –/+ (volume –/+) button*
1
 A‑B (repeat A‑B) button
 M2™/microSD memory card slot
(The card slot is in the cover.)* 2
 USB slide lever
 HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch
 DPC (SPEED CTRL) switch
 Battery compartment
* 1 These buttons and the jack have a tactile dot. Use it as a reference point for operations, or to identify each terminal.
* 2 In this Quick Start Guide, M2™ and microSD cards are generally referred to as a “memory card.” The M2™/microSD
card slot is referred to as the “memory card slot.”
Let’s try out your new IC recorder Utilizing Your Computer
Installing the help guide on your computer
By installing the help guide on your computer from the built‑in memory of the IC recorder, you can search for
detailed operations and possible solutions when a problem occurs.
 Slide the USB slide lever on the back of the IC recorder, and insert the USB connector into the USB
port of a running computer.
 In Windows: Click [Computer] (or [My Computer]), then double-click [IC RECORDER]  [FOR
WINDOWS].
In Mac: Double-click [IC RECORDER] on the desktop.
 Install the help guide.
In Windows: Double‑click [Help_Guide_Installer] (or [Help_Guide_Installer.exe]).
In Mac: Double‑click [Help_Guide_Installer_for_mac.app]. (v10.5.8 or higher)
Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to proceed with installation.
 After the installation completes, double-click the [Help_Guide_icdp44_uc.htm] (for the customers
in the U.S.A. and the Latin American countries/regions) or [Help_Guide_icdp44_zz.htm] (for
customers in other countries/regions) icon in the desktop for Windows (or in Finder for Mac).
The help guide is displayed.
You can also view the help guide on the following Sony IC Recorder customer support home page:
For customers in the U.S.A. and the Latin American countries/regions: http://rd1.sony.net/help/icd/p44/uc/
For customers in other countries/regions: http://rd1.sony.net/help/icd/p44/zz/
Copying files from the IC recorder to your computer
You can copy the files and folders from the IC recorder to your computer to store them.
 Connect the IC recorder to your computer.
 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)
IC RECORDER or
MEMORY CARD Your computer
 Click and hold,
 drag,
 and then drop.
 Disconnect the IC recorder from your computer.
Installing Sound Organizer
Install Sound Organizer on your computer.
 Note
Sound Organizer is compatible with the Windows PC only. It is not compatible with Mac.
¼ When installing Sound Organizer, log in to an account with administrator privileges.
 Slide the USB slide lever on the back of the IC recorder, and insert the USB connector into the USB
port of a running computer.
If the IC recorder cannot be connected to a computer directly, a dedicated USB connection support cable
PC‑U004 is available as a repair part for a fee.
For more details, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
You can also use a self‑powered USB hub, provided it has a USB logo.
 Make sure the IC recorder has been recognized properly.
While the IC recorder is connected to the computer, “Connecting” is displayed in the display window of the
IC recorder.
 Go to the [Start] menu, click [Computer] (or [My Computer]), and then double-click [IC RECORDER]
 [FOR WINDOWS].
 Double-click [SoundOrganizerInstaller_V150] (or [SoundOrganizerInstaller_V150.exe]).
Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
 Make sure that you accept the terms of the license agreement, select [I accept the terms in the
license agreement], and then click [Next].
 When the [Setup Type] window appears, select [Standard] or [Custom], and then click [Next].
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 the [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.
 Note
If you format the built‑in memory, all data stored there will be erased. (The Help Guide and the Sound Organizer
software will also be erased.)
1. Power on.


 Slide and lift the battery compartment lid, then insert LR03 (size
AAA) alkaline batteries with the correct polarity.
 Turn the power on.
To turn the power on
Slide and hold the HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of
“POWER ON/OFF” until the window display appears.
To prevent unintentional operations (HOLD)
Slide the HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of “HOLD.”
¼ To release the IC recorder from the HOLD status, slide the HOLD•POWER
ON/OFF switch towards the center.
2. Set the date and time.


 Press  or  to set the year (the last two digits
of the year), and then press (play/enter).
Repeat this procedure to set month, day, hour,
and minute in sequence.
When you set the minute and press (play/enter),
the clock reflects the setting.
¼ You can set the clock setting later. For details, refer to the Help Guide of the IC recorder.
3. Select the menu language.





 Press MENU.
 Press , press  or  to select , and then
press (play/enter).
 Press  or  to select “Language,” and then
press (play/enter).
 Press  or  to select the language that you want to use in the display window, and then
press (play/enter).
You can select the following languages: (* Default setting)
ˎ for U.S.A and Latin American countries/regions
English*, Espanol (Spanish), Francais (French)
ˎ for other countries/regions
Deutsch (German), English*, Español (Spanish), Français (French), Italiano (Italian), Русский
(Russian),
(Korean), (Chinese), (Chinese), (Thai)
 Press STOP.
4. Record.


Operation
indicator
 Built‑in microphones
¼ Before you start using the IC recorder, make sure that you slide the
HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch towards the center to release the HOLD status.
 Place the IC recorder so that the built-in microphones face the
direction of the source to be recorded.
 Press REC/PAUSE.
Recording starts and the operation indicator lights in red.
¼ You can pause recording by pressing REC/PAUSE. Press REC/PAUSE
again to restart recording.
 Press STOP to stop recording.
The “Accessing...” animation appears and the recording stops.
5. Listen.



Operation
indicator
¼ If you do not select a file, the file just recorded or played back most recently
will be played back.
For details of selecting a file, refer to the Help Guide of the IC recorder.
 Press (play/enter).
Playback starts and the operation indicator lights in green.
 Adjust the volume by pressing VOL –/+.
 Press STOP to stop playback.
6. Erase.



 Once a file is erased, you cannot restore it.
 Press ERASE.
“Erase?” is displayed and the file to be erased is played back for
confirmation.
 Select “Execute” using  or , and then press (play/enter).
“Erasing…” is displayed while the selected file is being erased.
Additional features
Details of these additional features for recording, playback, and editing are included in the help guide.
ˎ Scene Selection
ˎ Recording Filter
ˎ Noise Cut
ˎ T‑MARK (Track mark)
ˎ DPC (Digital Pitch Control)
ˎ A‑B Repeat
ˎ VOR (Voice Operated Recording)
ˎ Easy Search
ˎ Divide
ˎ Sound Organizer editing software
 Note
Depending on the country or region, some of the models or optional accessories are not available.
GB
ES
On power
Operate the IC recorder on 3.0 V or 2.4 V.
Use two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries or NH‑AAA
rechargeable batteries.
On safety
Do not operate the IC recorder while driving, cycling
or operating any motorized vehicle.
On handling
ˎ Do not leave the IC recorder in a location near heat
sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust or mechanical shock.
ˎ Should any solid object or liquid fall into the IC
recorder, remove the battery and have the IC
recorder checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your IC recorder, please consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Precautions
Owner’s Record
The model number is located at the rear panel and the serial number is located at the rear panel. Record these numbers
in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. ________________________________
Serial No. _________________________________
WARNING
Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like for a
long time.
CAUTION
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
Capacity (User available capacity* 1 * 2 )
4 GB (approx. 3.60 GB = 3,865,470,566 Byte)
* 1 A small amount of the built‑in memory is used for file management and therefore not available for user storage.
* 2 When the built‑in memory is formatted with the IC recorder.
Dimensions (w/h/d) (not incl. projecting parts and controls) (JEITA)* 3
Approx. 37.2 mm × 113.2 mm × 19.3 mm (1 1/2 inches × 4 1/2 inches × 25/32 inches)
Mass (JEITA)* 3
Approx. 75 g (2 5/8 oz) including two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries
* 3 Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association)
The following FCC statement applies only to the version of this model manufactured for sale in the USA. Other versions
may not comply with FCC technical regulations.
INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Service Center 1‑800‑222‑7669
or http://www.sony.com/
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name : SONY
Model : ICD‑PX440
Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc.
Address
: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 USA
Telephone Number : 858‑942‑2230
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.