Sony ICD-SX733 Quick Start Manual

IC Recorder
Quick Start Guide
ICD-SX733/SX1000
4-447-267-61(1)
© 2013 Sony Corporation Printed in China
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.
Check the supplied items.
IC Recorder (1) Application Software, Dragon Help Guide (HTML file stored
Stereo headphones (1) NaturallySpeaking (DVD-ROM) in the built-in memory so it
USB connection support cable (1)* can easily be copied to your
(1) Quick Start Guide (1) computer.)
Carrying case (1) Application Software, Sound * supplied with some models in
Stand(1) Organizer (Installer file stored in some regions.
Wind Screen (ICD-SX1000 only) the built-in memory so that you
can install it to your computer.)
(1)
Optional accessories
Electret condenser microphone USB AC adaptor AC-UD20
ECM-CS10, ECM-CS3, ECM-TL3
Note
Depending on the country or region, some of the models or optional accessories are not available.
Parts and controls
Built-in microphones (stereo) (L/R) USB DIRECT slide lever
Built-in zoom microphone (monaural) (microphone) jack (PLUG IN POWER) (*
Peak lamp (ICD-SX1000 only) (headphones) jack
Display window M2 /microSD memory card slot (The card slot is in
the cover.) (* 2 )
SCENE button
DPC (SPEED)/KEY CTRL (control) switch
(folder) button
RESET button
STOP button
Access lamp
* 1 These buttons and the jack have a tactile dot. Use it
(play/enter) button (* 1 )
as a reference point for operations, or to identify each
Speaker
terminal.
Control button ( , , (review/fast backward),
* 2 In this Quick Start Guide, M2 and microSD cards are
(cue/fast forward))
generally referred to as a "memory card." The M2
Strap hole (A strap is not supplied.)
microSD card slot is referred to as the "memory card
USB connector compartment (The USB connector
slot."
is stored inside.)
VOL –/+ (volume –/+) buttons (* 1 )
MENU button
A-B (repeat A-B) button
ERASE button
REC/PAUSE (record/pause) button, recording
lamp
TRACK MARK button
Note
The illustrations used in this Quick Start Guide are based on the ICD-SX1000 model.
These illustrations may look different from the model you are using, however, the buttons and controls used for
operations are the same.
Let's try out your new IC recorder
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1. Charge.
Charge the IC recorder.
Slide the USB DIRECT slide lever in the direction of the arrow
( -A), and insert the USB connector into the USB port of a
running computer ( -B).
Charging starts.
When the battery is fully charged, the battery indicator will
indicate " ."
Disconnect the IC recorder.
Make sure that the access lamp does not light. Then refer to the
help guide to remove the IC recorder safely.
2. Power on.
Turn the power on.
of "POWER ON/OFF" until the window display appears.
switch in the direction of "POWER ON/OFF" until the "Power Off"
animation is displayed.
When you turn the power on again within 4 hours after the last time
you turned the power off, the power will come on quickly.
To prevent unintentional operations (HOLD)
To release the IC recorder from the HOLD status, slide the POWER ON/
3. Set the date and time.
When the clock is not set, the "Set Date&Time" animation appears,
then the "Set Date&Time?" confirmation message appears.
Press or to select "Yes," and then press
The year section begins to flash.
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
reflects the setting.
4. Select the display language.
Press MENU.
Press , press or to select
(play/enter).
Press or to select "Language," and then press
enter).
Press or to select the language that you want to use in
the display window, and then press
You can select the following languages:
English*, Español (Spanish), Français (French)
* Default setting
Press STOP.
5. Record.
Before you start using the IC recorder, make sure that you slide
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 recording lamp (
You can pause recording by pressing
PAUSE again to restart recording.
Press STOP ( -A) to stop recording.
The access lamp ( -B) flashes in orange and the recording
stops.
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6. Listen.
Press (play/enter).
Playback starts.
Adjust the volume by pressing VOL –/+.
Press STOP to stop playback.
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7. 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
enter).
The "Erasing..." animation appears while the selected file is
being erased.
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 DIRECT 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_icdsx3_uc.htm] 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:
http://rd1.sony.net/help/icd/sx3/uc/
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)
(play/enter).
IC RECORDER or Your computer
MEMORY CARD
(play/enter), the clock
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.
, and then press
When installing Sound Organizer, log in to an account with administrator privileges.
(play/
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.
If the IC recorder cannot be connected to a computer directly, use the supplied USB connection
support cable.
(play/enter).
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
) lights in red.
RECORDER] [FOR WINDOWS].
REC/PAUSE. Press REC/
Double-click [SoundOrganizerInstaller_V140] (or [SoundOrganizerInstaller_V140.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.)
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Additional features
Details of these additional features for recording, playback, and editing are included in the help guide.
Scene Selection
Add/Overwrite/Pre recording
Noise Cut
TRACK MARK (Track mark)
DPC (Digital Pitch Control)
A-B Repeat
Precautions
On power
Operate the unit only on 3.7V DC with the built-in
rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
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,
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.
Capacity (User available capacity *
ICD-SX733 : 4 GB (approx. 3.20 GB = 3,435,973,837 Byte)
Click and hold,
drag, ICD-SX1000 : 16 GB (approx. 12.80 GB = 13,743,895,347 Byte)
and then drop. * 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.
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-SX733/SX1000
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.
VOR (Voice Operated Recording)
Sound Effects
Easy Search
Divide
Sound Organizer editing software
remove the battery and have the unit checked by
qualified personnel before operating it any further.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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