Page 1 Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Use this Help Guide when you have any questions on how to use your IC recorder. Go to Page Top How to Use Preparation Recording Playback Editing Menu Computer...
Page 2: How To Use
Specifications Announcements Go to Page Top Troubleshooting IC recorder operations Software operations (Sound Organizer) Messages System limitations Go to Page Top List of Topics How to Use Troubleshooting Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents How to Use ............................. Preparation ..........................Parts description ......................Parts and controls ...................... Display window ........................ Display when stopped ....................Display when recording ....................Display during playback ..................... Display when the HOLD function is set ..............Display in the HOLD status ..................
Page 4 About the AVLS function (European models only) ........... Turning the AVLS function on or off ................. Recording ..........................Recording ........................Recording sound from the built-in microphones ............About the recording level guide ................Monitoring sound while recording ................Various operations while recording ................
Page 5 Selecting a recording date from the calendar and playing back ......Setting an alarm ....................... Playing back a file at a desired time with an alarm ..........Editing ............................Erasing files ........................Erasing a file ......................Erasing all files in a folder ..................
Page 6 Connecting the IC recorder to your computer ............Structure of folders and files ..................Copying files from the IC recorder to your computer ..........Copying a music file from your computer to the IC recorder (drag and drop) ......................... Playing back music files copied from your computer using the IC recorder ........................
Page 7 A buzzing or humming noise is recorded ..............Noise is recorded when you record a file using an external microphone (not supplied)..................Noise is heard when you listen to the file using headphones ........Noise is heard in the playback even though the noise cut function is active ........................
Page 8 The remaining time displayed in the display window is shorter than that displayed on the computer ................Files ..........................The “Memory Full” animation is displayed and you cannot start recording ........................The “File Full” animation is displayed and you cannot operate the IC recorder.
Page 9: Preparation
Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Preparation Parts description Display window Power Memory card Clock setting Language setting Selecting items on the display HOLD AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) Go to Page Top Notes on use...
Page 10: Recording
Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Recording Recording Various operations/settings Recording via other devices Using external devices Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 11: Playback
Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Playback Playing Various operations/settings Using a calendar Setting an alarm Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 12: Editing
Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Editing Erasing files Organizing files Track marks Dividing files Protecting files Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 13 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Menu Using menus Menu items Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 14: Computer
Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Computer Using the IC recorder with a computer Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 15 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Software Sound Organizer Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 16 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Specifications Specifications Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 17 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Announcements Notes on use Safety regulations Copyrights/Trademarks Support website Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 18 Help Guide Troubleshooting IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top IC recorder operations If you have problems Noise Power General operations Recording Playback Editing Clock Display Files Computer...
Page 19 Help Guide Troubleshooting IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Software operations (Sound Organizer) Installation Connections Operations Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 20 Help Guide Troubleshooting IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Messages Messages list Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 21 Help Guide Troubleshooting IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top System limitations System limitations Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 22: Parts And Controls
Help Guide List of Topics IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top How to Use Preparation Parts description Parts and controls Display window Display when stopped Display when recording Display during playback Display when the HOLD function is set Display in the HOLD status...
Page 23 Selecting the memory Clock setting Setting the clock Setting the clock using the menu Language setting Setting the display language Selecting items on the display Selecting a folder and a file Selecting a tab HOLD Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) Releasing the HOLD function AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) About the AVLS function (European models only) Turning the AVLS function on or off...
Page 24 Recording the playback sound of the IC recorder on external equipment Playback Playing Playing back the recorded sound Various operations while playing Various operations/settings Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer – the noise cut function Adjusting the playback speed –...
Page 25 Protecting files Protecting a file Menu Using menus Using the menu Menu list Menu items Selecting the recording mode (REC Mode) Selecting the microphone sensitivity (Mic Sensitivity) Reducing noise when recording (Recording Filter) Selecting the input mode (Select Input) Selecting the display mode (Display) Turning the operation indicator on or off (LED) Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) Selecting the clock display (Time Display)
Page 26 About compatible memory cards System requirements Design and specifications Battery life Announcements Notes on use Precautions Safety regulations Safety regulations Copyrights/Trademarks Trademarks Notice for users Support website Customer support websites Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 27 Help Guide List of Topics IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Troubleshooting IC recorder operations If you have problems Troubleshooting Noise The recorded file is noisy and is hard to understand. The recorded file is noisy and you want to record with less noise in your recording.
Page 28 When recording from other equipment, the input level is too strong or not strong enough. You cannot add a recording or an overwrite recording. Playback The playback volume is low. No sound comes from the speaker. Sound comes from the speaker even when headphones are plugged in. Playback speed is too fast or too slow.
Page 29 Display does not work during saving, adding, or deleting of files. The software ‘hangs’ when the Sound Organizer software starts up. Messages Messages list Messages list System limitations System limitations System limitations Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 30 Help Guide IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Notes on use June 2013 Before use To make full use of this content, please read the following notes thoroughly. Please note that they are subject to change without prior notice.
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Page 32 How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Parts description Parts and controls Explains the name of parts, such as buttons and switches, on the IC recorder. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 33: Display Window
Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Display window Display when stopped Explains the items and icons that appear on the display window while the IC recorder is stopped. Display when recording Explains the items and icons that appear on the display window while the IC recorder is recording.
Page 34: Display During Menu Operation
Display during MENU operation Explains the display that appears when you operate menu items. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 35: Power
Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Power Inserting batteries Explains how to insert batteries. Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer Explains how to disconnect the IC recorder from your computer. Using a USB AC Adaptor Explains how to use a USB AC Adaptor.
Page 36: Memory Card
Explains how to insert or remove a memory card. Selecting the memory Explains how to select the memory to be used, either the built-in memory or the memory card. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 37: Clock Setting
Setting the clock Explains how to set the clock when the clock setting window appears. Setting the clock using the menu Explains how to set the clock from the menu. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 38: Language Setting
IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Language setting Setting the display language Explains how to select the language to be used for messages, menus, folder names, etc. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 39: Selecting Items On The Display
Explains how to select a file or a folder in the display window. Selecting a tab Explains how to select the tab and switch the display according to the tab selected. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 40: Hold
Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) Explains how to disable all button operations to prevent unintentional operations. Releasing the HOLD function Explains how to release the HOLD function to enable button operations. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 41: Avls (Automatic Volume Limiter System)
Explains how to maintain a moderate volume level when using headphones. Turning the AVLS function on or off Explains how to turn the AVLS function on or off. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 42: Recording
Explains the recording level guide. It appears during recording and shows the input level. Monitoring sound while recording Explains how to monitor the sound while recording with headphones. Various operations while recording Introduces various operations you can perform while recording. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 43: Various Operations/Settings
Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Various operations/settings Selecting a recording scene for each situation Explains how to select the recording settings that match to various recording scenes, such as during meeting or interview (Scene Select).
Page 44: Recording Via Other Devices
Explains how to record with an external microphone that is connected to the IC recorder and selects the input mode with the “Select Input” menu. Recording from external equipment Explains how to record from externally connected equipment. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 45: Using External Devices
Using external devices Recording the playback sound of the IC recorder on external equipment Explains how to record the playback sound of the IC recorder on external equipment. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 46: Playing
Playing back the recorded sound Explains how to play back the recorded sound with the speaker of the IC recorder. Various operations while playing Introduces various operations you can perform while playing. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 47: Various Operations/Settings
Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Various operations/settings Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer – the noise cut function Explains how to reduce ambient noise, which makes the human voice clearer when playing back a file.
Page 48: Using A Calendar
Selecting a recording date from the calendar and playing back Explains how to play back a file recorded using the IC recorder by searching for it from the calendar. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 49: Setting An Alarm
Playing back a file at a desired time with an alarm Explains how to start playing back a file with alarm sound at a desired time you set. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 50: Erasing Files
Explains how to erase a file stored on the IC recorder. Erasing all files in a folder Explains how to erase all files in a selected folder at once. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 51: Organizing Files
Explains how to move a selected file to a selected folder. Copying a file to the other memory Explains how to copy a file back and forth between the built-in memory and a memory card. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 52: Track Marks
Explains how to erase a track mark that is located at just before the current position. Erasing all the track marks in the selected file at one time Explains how to erase all track marks in the selected file at once. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 53: Dividing Files
Explains how to divide a file into two parts at the desired position. Dividing a file at all the track mark positions Explains how to divide a file at all track mark positions. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 54: Protecting Files
How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Protecting files Protecting a file Explains how to protect a file so that you cannot erase or edit it. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 55: Using Menus
Introduces the menus in each tab and in which operation mode the IC recorder can make changes to the menu. It also includes a link to each menu topic. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 56: Menu Items
Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Menu items Selecting the recording mode (REC Mode) Explains how to set the recording mode for the file to be recorded. Selecting the microphone sensitivity (Mic Sensitivity) Explains how to set the microphone sensitivity for the built-in microphone.
Page 57: Turning The Beep Sound On Or Off (Beep)
Explains how to format the built-in memory or a memory card which erases all files and changes the folder structure back to the initial status. Checking the system information (System Information) Explains how to check the model name of your IC recorder, software version and user name. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 58: Using The Ic Recorder With A Computer
Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Using the IC recorder with a computer Connecting the IC recorder to your computer Explains how to exchange files between the IC recorder and the computer connected. Structure of folders and files Explains the structure of folders and files that can be viewed on the computer.
Page 59: Software
Explains the procedures required to install the Sound Organizer software. The Sound Organizer window (for Windows only) Explains the operations you can perform on the basic Sound Organizer window. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 60: Specifications
Shows the specifications of the IC recorder (such as dimensions and weight, the size of the built-in memory, etc.). Battery life Shows the battery life for alkaline batteries or rechargeable batteries, in each file format. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 61: Precautions
ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Notes on use Precautions Explains notes on operations, such as the places you use the IC recorder, and information on handling or maintenance. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 62: Safety Regulations
Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Safety regulations Safety regulations Describes important information (warnings or notes) for your safety. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 63: Copyrights/Trademarks
Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Copyrights/Trademarks Trademarks List of trademarks/registered trademarks Notice for users Important notice on copyrights Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 64: Support Website
Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Support website Customer support websites Introduces URLs of the customer support websites. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 65: Troubleshooting
Help Guide Troubleshooting IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top If you have problems Troubleshooting Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 66: Noise
Noise is recorded when you record a file using an external microphone (not supplied). Noise is heard when you listen to the file using headphones. Noise is heard in the playback even though the noise cut function is active. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 67: Power
The IC recorder cannot be turned on. The IC recorder does not operate, even if you press any button. The IC recorder cannot be turned off. The IC recorder is powered off automatically. The battery life is short. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 68: General Operations
Help Guide Troubleshooting IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top General operations The IC recorder does not operate correctly. The operation indicator does not light. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 69: Recording
You cannot record a file. Recording is interrupted. When recording from other equipment, the input level is too strong or not strong enough. You cannot add a recording or an overwrite recording. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 70: Playback
Sound comes from the speaker even when headphones are plugged in. Playback speed is too fast or too slow. Playback sound is not good when a music file is played back. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 71: Editing
Help Guide Troubleshooting IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Editing You cannot divide a file. You cannot move a file. You cannot copy a file to another memory. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 72: Clock
Troubleshooting IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Clock “--:--” is displayed. The recording date of a file appears as “--y--m--d” or “--:--.” The clock setting is reset. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 73: Display
Back to Top Display There are fewer menu items displayed in the menu mode. The remaining time displayed in the display window is shorter than that displayed on the computer. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 74: Files
The “Memory Full” animation is displayed and you cannot start recording. The “File Full” animation is displayed and you cannot operate the IC recorder. The memory card is not recognized. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 75: Computer
The IC recorder is not recognized by your computer. A folder/file cannot be transferred from your computer. The file transferred from your computer is not displayed or cannot be played back. The computer cannot start. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 76: Installation
Help Guide Troubleshooting IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Installation The Sound Organizer software cannot be installed. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 77: Connections
Help Guide Troubleshooting IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Connections The IC recorder cannot be properly connected. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 78: Operations
Operation is slow when there are many files. Display does not work during saving, adding, or deleting of files. The software ‘hangs’ when the Sound Organizer software starts up. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 79: Messages List
Help Guide Troubleshooting IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Messages list Messages list Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 80: System Limitations
Help Guide Troubleshooting IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top System limitations System limitations Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 81 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Parts and controls 1. Operation indicator 2. Built-in microphones (stereo) (L) 3. Built-in microphones (stereo) (R) 4. Display window REC/PAUSE (record/pause) button STOP button 7. Control button (...
Page 82 In this Help Guide, M2™ and microSD cards are generally referred to as a “memory card.” The M2™/microSD memory card slot is referred to as the “memory card slot.” Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 83 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Display when stopped Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1. Newly arriving podcast indicator Appears when a new podcast file is transferred from the Sound Organizer software.
Page 84 4. Microphone sensitivity indicator Displays the level of the microphone sensitivity that has been set in the menu. : High : Medium : Low : High(Music) : Low(Music) 5. File information Displays the information for each file according to the file information type (folder name, title name, artist name, file name).
Page 85 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. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 86 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Display when recording Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1. Recording level guide display Displays the recording level and the optimum level for recording.
Page 87 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Display during playback Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1. File information You can check and switch the file information display during playback by pressing .
Page 88 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. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 89 1. Message displayed when the HOLD function is set to “ON.” “HOLD” and the current time appear for approximately 3 seconds when you slide the HOLD ・ POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of “HOLD.” Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 90 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Display in the HOLD status Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here.
Page 91 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Display of the current file information Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here.
Page 92 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Display during FOLDER selection Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1. Tabs Displays the types (recordable or playback-only) of areas and memory available: (Voice): Recordable area used to manage files recorded with the IC recorder.
Page 93 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.
Page 94 1. Folder The icon and the name of the particular folder that you select. 2. File list The list of files stored in the folder. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 95: Display During Menu Operation
Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Display during MENU operation Note The window shown above displays indications, numbers or items for explanatory purposes. The actual window may differ from those displayed here. 1. Menu tabs Displays the menu tabs.
Page 96 When replacing the batteries, be sure to replace both batteries with new ones. Hint You can use two NH-AAA-B2KN/NH-AAA-B2EN rechargeable batteries (not supplied). Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 97 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Disconnecting 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.
Page 98 Related Topic Connecting the IC recorder to your computer Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 99 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Using a USB AC Adaptor You can use the IC recorder while it is connected to an AC outlet using a USB AC adaptor (not supplied). This is useful when you want to record for a long time.
Page 100 3. Disconnect the IC recorder from the USB AC adaptor, and then disconnect the USB AC adaptor from the AC outlet. Go to Page Top Related Topic Using a USB AC Adaptor Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 101 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Turning the power on 1. Slide and hold the HOLD ・ POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” until the window display appears. The “Accessing...” animation is displayed, and the IC recorder is turned on.
Page 102 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Turning the power off 1. Slide and hold the HOLD ・ POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” until the “Power Off” animation is displayed.
Page 103 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Inserting a memory card In addition to the built-in memory, you can record files on a memory card. Note In this Help Guide, M2™ and microSD cards are generally referred to as a “memory card.” The M2™/microSD memory card slot is referred to as the “memory card slot.”...
Page 104 3. Close the cover of the memory card slot. “Change to Memory Card?” appears on the display. 4. Press to select “Yes” or “No,” and then press Note 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.
Page 105 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Selecting the memory You can switch the memory between the built-in memory and a memory card using the folder selection window. 1. Press FOLDER. The folder selection window is displayed.
Page 106 Related Topic Inserting a memory card Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) Formatting the memory (Format) Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 107 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Setting the clock You need to set the clock to use the alarm function or record the date and time. When you insert batteries for the first time, or when you re-insert batteries or replace batteries with new ones, the “Set Date&Time”...
Page 108 If you set the HOLD function to on while the IC recorder is stopped, the current time will be displayed. You can set the clock using the menu as well. Go to Page Top Related Topic Setting the clock using the menu Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 109 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Setting the clock using the menu While the IC recorder is stopped, you can set the clock using the menu. 1. Select MENU - the tab - “Date&Time,” and then press 2.
Page 110 The default setting differs depending on the country or region you purchased the IC recorder. Hint If you set the HOLD function to on while the IC recorder is stopped, the current time will be displayed. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 111 STOP to return to the stop mode display. Note Number of language options you can select and the default setting differ depending on the country or region you purchased your IC recorder. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 112 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Selecting a folder and a file You can select a folder and a file for recording, playing or editing. 1. In the stop mode, press FOLDER. The folder selection window is displayed.
Page 113 When the stop mode window is displayed, you can switch files by pressing Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 114 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Selecting a tab The recordable area and the playback-only area of folders stored on the IC recorder are managed separately, and are displayed with tabs. When you select a folder, you can move between areas by switching the tabs.
Page 115 4. Select a folder and a file. Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting a folder and a file Playing back music files copied from your computer using the IC recorder Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 116 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) You can disable all the buttons (HOLD) in order to prevent unintentional operations when you carry the IC recorder, etc. 1. Slide the HOLD ・ POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of “HOLD” to disable the buttons while the power is on.
Page 117 (24 hour-clock) / 12:00 PM (12 hour-clock)) Go to Page Top Related Topic Releasing the HOLD function Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 118 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Releasing the HOLD function If you operate buttons on the IC recorder when the HOLD function is set, “HOLD. Slide HOLD Switch to Activate.” appears on the display.
Page 119 “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.” Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 120 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Turning the AVLS function on or off When the AVLS function is set to “ON,” the “AVLS” indicator lights and you cannot adjust the volume to a level that exceeds the AVLS-specified level.
Page 121 When you listen to the sound using headphones for the specific period of time, the AVLS function is automatically turned on even if you set “AVLS” is set to “OFF” in the menu. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 122 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Recording sound from the built-in microphones The following steps 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.
Page 123 2. Select the desired folder. 3. Place the IC recorder so that the built-in microphones ( ) face the direction of the source to be recorded. 4. 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.
Page 124 Releasing the HOLD function Selecting a folder and a file About the recording level guide Various operations while recording Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 125 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print 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.
Page 126 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Monitoring sound while recording If you connect headphones to the (headphones) jack, you can monitor the recording. 1. Connect headphones to the (headphones) jack. 2. Press VOL –/+ to adjust the monitoring volume.
Page 127 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Various operations while recording You can perform the following operations while recording. To pause recording Press REC/PAUSE. During recording pause, the operation indicator flashes in red and “...
Page 128 The Sound Organizer window (for Windows only) Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 129 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Selecting a recording scene for each situation According to various recording scene, you can change the items for recording, such as “REC Mode,” “Mic Sensitivity,” etc., to the recommended settings in bulk (Scene Select).
Page 130 Use to keep your favorite recording settings, such as “REC Mode” and “Mic Sensitivity.” Go to Page Top Related Topic Default settings for the “Scene Select” menu Registering recording settings in “My Scene” Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 131 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Registering recording settings in “My Scene” You can register recording settings you want to use in “My Scene 1” or “My Scene 2” in the “Scene Select” menu.
Page 132 Selecting the recording mode (REC Mode) Selecting the microphone sensitivity (Mic Sensitivity) Reducing noise when recording (Recording Filter) Starting to record automatically in response to sound – the VOR function Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 133 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Tips for better recording 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.
Page 134 If the sound distortion occur when you place the IC recorder close to a musical instruments, set the “Mic Sensitivity” in the menu to “ Low(Music).” In this way, you can record the sound more clearly. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 135 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Default settings for the “Scene Select” menu The setting items for the “Scene Select” menu are set as follows by default. Meeting REC Mode: MP3 192kbps Mic Sensitivity:...
Page 136 My Scene 2 REC Mode: MP3 192kbps Mic Sensitivity: Medium VOR: OFF Recording Filter: OFF Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting a recording scene for each situation Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 137 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Adding a new segment to a previously recorded file When “Add/Overwrite” in the menu is set to “Add,” you can add a new segment to the file being played back. The added segment will be placed after the current file, and will be counted as a part of the file.
Page 138 If 10 minutes have passed after step 4, you must start the procedure again from step 4. You cannot add a new segment to a protected file. Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting a folder and a file Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 139 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Adding an overwrite recording during playback When “Add/Overwrite” in the menu is set to “Overwrite,” you can add an overwrite recording after a selected point in a recorded file.
Page 140 “Add/Overwrite” is set to “OFF” when you purchase the IC recorder. 3. Press STOP to exit the menu mode. 4. When the file to be added is played back, press REC/PAUSE at the position where you want to overwrite the file.
Page 141 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Starting to record automatically in response to sound – the VOR function 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.
Page 142 Go to Page Top Related Topic Using the menu Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 143 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Recording with an external microphone You can record sound using an externally connected microphone. 1. Connect an external microphone ( ) to the (microphone) jack when the IC recorder is in the stop mode.
Page 144 Related Topic Selecting the input mode (Select Input) Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 145 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Recording from external equipment 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.
Page 146 To stop recording, press STOP. Go to Page Top Related Topic Recording the playback sound of the IC recorder on external equipment Selecting the input mode (Select Input) Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 147 A file from the IC recorder will be recorded on the equipment connected. 3. Press STOP on the IC recorder and the connected equipment at the same time to stop recording. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 148 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Playing back the recorded sound 1. Slide the HOLD ・ POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” to turn on the IC recorder, or towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status.
Page 149 STOP to stop playback. Go to Page Top Related Topic Turning the power on Releasing the HOLD function Selecting a folder and a file Various operations while playing Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 150 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Various operations while playing You can perform the following operations while the IC recorder is playing. To stop at the current position (Playback Pause function) Press . To resume playback from that point, press again.
Page 151 Adding a track mark Searching the desired point quickly (Easy Search) Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 152 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer – the noise cut function The noise cut function reduces ambient noise other than the human voice, which makes the human voice clearer when you listen to the playback sound.
Page 153 When the noise cut function is set to “Auto,” the IC recorder adjusts the noise cut level automatically, however, when you play a file recorded with the “Scene Select” menu set to “Meeting,” “Lecture,” “Voice Notes,” or “Interview,” the noise cut function will switch to “Medium” automatically. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 154: Adjusting The Playback Speed – The Dpc (Digital Pitch Control Function
Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Adjusting the playback speed – the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) function 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.
Page 155 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Playing back all files in a folder continuously - the continuous play 1. In the stop or playback mode, select MENU - the tab - “Continuous Play,” and then press 2.
Page 156 To cancel repeat playback and change back to the normal playback, press again. Go to Page Top Related Topic Playing back all files in a folder continuously - the continuous play Playing back a specified section repeatedly (A-B repeat) Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 157 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Playing back a specified section repeatedly (A-B repeat) 1. During playback, press A-B to specify the starting point A. “A-B B?” is displayed. 2. Press A-B again to specify the finishing point B.
Page 158 (headphones) jack. The built-in speaker will be automatically disconnected. Listening to the sound from an external speaker: Connect an active or passive speaker (not supplied) to the (headphones) jack. The built-in speaker will be automatically disconnected. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 159 If you press and hold while “FILE END” is lit, the playback point is moved back rapidly in the file, and normal playback will start at the point you release the button. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 160 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Searching the desired point quickly (Easy Search) The Easy Search function allows you to quickly locate the point at which you wish to start playback. 1. In the stop or playback mode, select MENU - the tab - “Easy Search,”...
Page 161 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Selecting a recording date from the calendar and playing back You can play back a file recorded using the IC recorder by searching for it from the calendar.
Page 162 To cancel the selection of a recording date from the calendar and the accompanying playback, press STOP before step 4. Go to Page Top Related Topic Setting the clock Setting the clock using the menu Structure of folders and files Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 163 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Playing back a file at a desired time with an alarm 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.
Page 164 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. Go to Page Top Related Topic Setting the clock Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 165 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Erasing a file You can select a file and erase it. Note Once a file has been erased, you cannot retrieve it. 1. Slide the HOLD ・ POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” to turn on the IC recorder, or towards the center to release the IC recorder from the HOLD status.
Page 166 Go to Page Top Related Topic Turning the power on Releasing the HOLD function Selecting a folder and a file Dividing a file at the current position Protecting a file Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 167 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Erasing all files in a folder You can erase 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.
Page 168 Protecting a file Selecting a folder and a file Erasing a file Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 169 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Moving a file to a different folder Moves the selected file to the selected folder. 1. Select the file you want to move. 2. In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “Move File,”...
Page 170 Go to Page Top Related Topic Protecting a file Selecting a folder and a file Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 171 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Copying a file to the other memory You can copy 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.
Page 172 To cancel the copy operation during copying, press STOP while the “Copying...” animation is displayed in step 4. Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting the memory Inserting a memory card Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 173 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Adding a track 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.
Page 174 To locate a track mark and start playback at the track mark, press in the stop mode. When the (Track mark) indicator flashes once, press Go to Page Top Related Topic Protecting a file Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 175 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Erasing a track mark You can erase the track mark that is located at just before the current position. 1. Stop at a position after the track mark you would like to erase.
Page 176 To cancel erasing, select “Cancel” in step 3, and then press Go to Page Top Related Topic Protecting a file Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 177 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Erasing all the track marks in the selected file at one time You can erase all the track marks of the selected file. 1. Select a file from which you want to erase the track marks.
Page 178 Protecting a file Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 179 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Dividing a file at the current position 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.
Page 180 You cannot divide music files or podcast files. Hint To cancel dividing, select “Cancel” in step 3, and then press Go to Page Top Related Topic Protecting a file Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 181 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Dividing a file at all the track mark positions You can divide a file at all the track mark positions. 1. Select the file you want to divide.
Page 182 To cancel dividing, select “Cancel” in step 3, and then press To cancel dividing while a file is being divided, press STOP while the “Dividing...” animation is displayed. Go to Page Top Related Topic Protecting a file Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 183 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Protecting a file 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.
Page 184 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Using the menu 1. Press MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. 2. Press , press to select the , or tab, and then press 3.
Page 185 If you do not press any button for 1 minute, the menu mode is automatically canceled and the window will return to the normal display. Hint To return to the previous window, press during menu mode. To exit the menu mode, press STOP or MENU. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 186 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Menu list The list below shows the menu items in each tab and in which operation mode the IC recorder can make changes to the menus. Menu items in the...
Page 187 AVLS (*): Stop mode, Playback mode Turning the AVLS function on or off Menu items in the (Edit) tab Protect: Stop mode Protecting a file Divide Current Position: Stop mode Dividing a file at the current position Move File: Stop mode Moving a file to a different folder File Copy: Stop mode Copying a file to the other memory...
Page 188 Format: Stop mode Formatting the memory (Format) System Information: Stop mode Checking the system information (System Information) For the European models only Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 189 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Selecting the recording mode (REC Mode) You can set the recording mode for the files to be recorded. Set this menu item before you start recording. 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “REC Mode,”...
Page 190 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Selecting the microphone sensitivity (Mic Sensitivity) You can set the microphone sensitivity for the built-in microphone. Set this menu item before you start recording. 1. In the stop or recording mode, select MENU - the tab - “Mic Sensitivity,”...
Page 191 The microphone sensitivity is disabled when “Select Input” in the menu is set to “Audio IN.” Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 192 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Reducing noise when recording (Recording Filter) You can record with less noise in the recorded sound by using the “Recording Filter” function. 1. In the stop or recording mode, select MENU - the tab - “Recording Filter,”...
Page 193 Select “OFF” in step 2 to cancel the recording filter function (“OFF” is the initial setting). Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting the input mode (Select Input) Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 194 You can select one of the menu items available. MIC IN: Select when you record files using an external microphone. (Initial setting) Audio IN: Select when you record using other equipment. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 195 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Selecting the display mode (Display) You can set which information to be displayed in the display window. 1. Select MENU - the tab - “Display,” and then press 2.
Page 196 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Turning the operation indicator on or off (LED) This setting turns the operation indicator on or off during operation. 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “LED,”...
Page 197 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) You can select the memory media on which you want to store a file, or which contains the file you want to play, edit, or copy.
Page 198 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Selecting the clock display (Time Display) You can select from 12 hour-clock or 24 hour-clock. 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “Time Display,” and then press 2.
Page 199 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Turning the beep sound on or off (Beep) You can turn the operation beep on or off. 1. In the stop mode, select MENU - the tab - “Beep,” and then press 2.
Page 200 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Setting the time period for the IC recorder to turn off (Auto Power Off) You can set the IC recorder to turn off automatically after a designated length of time. The auto power off function then takes effect when the IC recorder is not used for a specified length of time while in the stop mode.
Page 201 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Resetting all menu items to the default setting (Reset All Settings) You can re-set all menu items to the default setting. However, the following menu items cannot be initialized.
Page 202 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Formatting the memory (Format) You can format 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.
Page 203 Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 204 Hint You can set the IC recorder so that it will display the user name in a part of the file name by using the Sound Organizer software. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 205 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.
Page 206 Go to Page Top Related Topic Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 207 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Structure of folders and files The folders and files are displayed on the computer screen as shown. On a Windows screen using Explorer, and on a Mac screen using Finder, folders and files can be displayed by opening “IC RECORDER” or “MEMORY CARD.”...
Page 208 A: IC RECORDER B: Folder for files recorded using the IC recorder C: Folder containing installers for the Sound Organizer software, Help Guide, etc. D: Folder transferred from your computer Even if a file is transferred directly under the VOICE folder, it will not be displayed on the tab of the IC recorder.
Page 209 A: MEMORY CARD B: Folder for files recorded using the IC recorder C: Folder transferred from your computer microSD card When connecting the IC recorder with your computer after the destination memory media has been set to “Memory Card,” the structure of folders is different from that when the destination memory media is set to “Built-In Memory.”...
Page 210 B: Folder for files recorded using the IC recorder C: Folder transferred from your computer Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 211 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print 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. 1. Connect the IC recorder to your computer.
Page 212 Related Topic Connecting the IC recorder to your computer Disconnecting the IC recorder from your computer Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 213 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Copying a music file from your computer to the IC recorder (drag and drop) You can copy music or the other audio files (MP3(.mp3) (*)) from your computer to the IC recorder by dragging and dropping them, and you can play them back using the IC recorder.
Page 214: Recorder
Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Playing back music files copied from your computer using the IC recorder You can copy music or the other audio files (MP3(.mp3) (*)) from your computer to the IC recorder, and you can play them back using the IC recorder.
Page 215 IC recorder can be temporarily stored on the IC recorder. Your computer must meet the specified system requirements to use the IC recorder as USB memory. For details on the system requirements, check “System requirements .” Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 216 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print What you can do using Sound Organizer (for Windows only) You can install Sound Organizer using the set up file (SoundOrganizerInstaller_V150.exe) stored on the built-in memory of the IC recorder.
Page 217: Dividing Files
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. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 218 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print System requirements for using Sound Organizer The following shows the system requirements for using Sound Organizer. Operating systems Windows 8.1 Windows 8.1 Pro Windows 8 Windows 8 Pro...
Page 219 Operation via a USB hub is not guaranteed except for models for which operation has been specifically guaranteed. Disk drive To create a music CD, you need a CD-R/RW drive. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 220 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Installing Sound Organizer (for Windows only) Install Sound Organizer on your computer. Note When installing Sound Organizer, log in to an account with administrator privileges. Also, if you are using Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 8.1 and the [User Account Control] screen appears, confirm the contents of the screen and then click [Yes] ([Continue] in the case of Windows Vista).
Page 221 The display that appears on the computer screen differs depending on the version of the operating system you are using. Windows 7 is used as an example in this Help Guide. 3. Double-click [SoundOrganizerInstaller_V150] (or [SoundOrganizerInstaller_V150.exe]). Depending on the version of the operating system you are using, the preparations for setup (extract) may start automatically without any notice appearing on the screen.
Page 222 Now], and then click [Finish]. Note You may need to restart your computer after installing Sound Organizer. Go to Page Top Related Topic Connecting the IC recorder to your computer Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 223 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print The Sound Organizer window (for Windows only) 1. Help Displays the help of Sound Organizer. For details on each operation, refer to these help files. 2. 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.
Page 224 : 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. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 225 In this Help Guide, M2™ and microSD cards are generally referred to as a “memory card.” The M2™/microSD memory card slot is referred to as the “memory card slot.” Operations of all types of compatible memory cards are not guaranteed. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 226 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print System requirements When you use the IC recorder connected to a computer or as a USB mass storage device, your computer must meet the operating system requirements and port environment described below.
Page 227 The following systems are not supported: Operating systems other than the ones indicated in this topic Personally constructed computers or operating systems Upgraded operating systems Multi-boot environment Multi-monitor environment Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 228 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Design and specifications Capacity (User available capacity: when the built-in memory is formatted with the IC recorder) 4 GB (approx. 3.60 GB = 3,865,470,566 Byte) A small amount of the built-in memory is used for file management and therefore not available for user storage.
Page 229 USB connector (Type-A) High-Speed USB compatible Card slot Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™)/microSD memory card slot Playback speed control (DPC) 2.00 times - 0.50 times Power output 300 mW Power requirements Two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries (supplied): 3.0 V DC Two NH-AAA rechargeable batteries (not supplied): 2.4 V DC Operating temperature 5 °C - 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F)
Page 230 16 GB: 268 h. 32 GB: 536 h. MP3 48kbps(MONO) Built-in memory 178 h. Memory card 2 GB: 89 h. 25 m. 4 GB: 178 h. 8 GB: 357 h. 16 GB: 715 h. 32 GB: 1,431 h. MP3 8kbps(MONO) Built-in memory 1,073 h.
Page 231 IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Battery life When using Sony LR03 (SG) (size AAA) alkaline batteries (*1) MP3 192kbps Recording: Approx. 57 h. Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 18 h. Playback using headphones: Approx. 48 h. MP3 128kbps Recording: Approx.
Page 232 Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). 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 27 Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 233 Help Guide How to Use IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Precautions On power Operate the unit only on 3.0 V or 2.4 V DC. Use two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries or two NH-AAA rechargeable batteries. On safety Do not operate the unit while driving, cycling or operating any motorized vehicle.
Page 234 We do not guarantee the operations of all types of compatible memory cards with the IC recorder. For compatible M2™, please refer to the Sony website. MagicGate™ is the collective name of content protection technologies developed by Sony. The IC recorder does not support data recording/playback that requires MagicGate™ functions.
Page 235 The recorded music is limited to private use only. Use of the music beyond this limit requires permission of the copyright holders. Sony is not responsible for incomplete recording/downloading or damaged data due to problems of the IC recorder or computer.
Page 236 Notice for the customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in the countries applying EU directives This product has been manufactured by or on behalf of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. Inquiries related to product compliance based on European Union legislation shall be addressed to the authorized representative, Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
Page 237 SD-3C, LLC. Memory Stick Micro™, M2™ and are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. MagicGate™ is a trademark of Sony Corporation. 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.
Page 238 WITH THIS HELP GUIDE, THE SOFTWARE OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this Help Guide 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.
Page 239 For customers in the U.S.A.: http://www.sony.com/recordersupport For customers in Canada: 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. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 240 For details on the operation of Sound Organizer, refer to the Sound Organizer help. Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer. 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...
Page 241 This function reduces noise in the entire bandwidth, therefore the IC recorder is able to play back the human voice clearly. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 242 Furthermore, you can use the “Scene Select” function, which allows you to change various recording settings (“REC Mode,” “Mic Sensitivity,” etc.) to the recommended settings in one batch process to suit the situation in which you are recording. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 243 A rustling noise may be recorded if the IC recorder is rubbed by your hand or clothing while you are recording. If possible, please do not touch the IC recorder until you finish recording. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 244 A buzzing or humming noise may be recorded if the IC recorder is placed near an AC power source, a fluorescent lamp, or a mobile phone during recording or playback. Keep the IC recorder away from such equipment when recording. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 245 Back to Top Print Noise is recorded when you record a file using an external microphone (not supplied). The plug of the connected external microphone is dirty. Clean the plug. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 246 ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Noise is heard when you listen to the file using headphones. The plug of the connected headphones is dirty. Clean the plug. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 247 When the noise cut function is set to “Auto,” the IC recorder adjusts the noise cut level automatically, however, when you play a file recorded with the “Scene Select” menu set to “Meeting,” “Lecture,” “Voice Notes,” or “Interview,” the noise cut function will switch to “Medium” automatically. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 248 Help Guide Troubleshooting IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print The IC recorder cannot be turned on. The IC recorder does not operate, even if you press any button. The batteries are weak. The batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity.
Page 249 IC recorder is in the stop mode. The power is turned off. Go to Page Top Related Topic Turning the power off Parts and controls Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 250 “10min” when you purchase the IC recorder.) You can select the length of time before auto power off takes effect in the menu. Go to Page Top Related Topic Setting the time period for the IC recorder to turn off (Auto Power Off) Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 251 Help Guide Troubleshooting IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print The battery life is short. The battery life listed in this Help Guide is based on playback with the volume level set to 27. The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the IC recorder.
Page 252 You may have formatted the memory of the IC recorder using the computer. Use the IC recorder formatting function to format the memory. Go to Page Top Related Topic Formatting the memory (Format) Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 253 The operation indicator does not light. “LED” is set to “OFF.” Display the menu and set “LED” to “ON.” Go to Page Top Related Topic Turning the operation indicator on or off (LED) Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 254 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). Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 255 The VOR function is activated. When you are not using the VOR function, set “VOR” to “OFF” in the menu. Go to Page Top Related Topic Starting to record automatically in response to sound – the VOR function Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 256 IC recorder. If you use an audio connecting cable with resistance, the input level is low during recording. Use an audio connecting cable without resistance. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 257 You cannot add a segment to or overwrite a protected file. Go to Page Top Related Topic Adding a new segment to a previously recorded file Adding an overwrite recording during playback Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 258 IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print The playback volume is low. The built-in speaker is mainly for monitoring, and the playback volume is low. Use headphones. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 259 IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print No sound comes from the speaker. Headphones are plugged in. Go to Page Top Related Topic Listening with better sound quality Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 260 Sound comes from the speaker even when headphones are plugged in. If you plug in headphones not securely during playback, the sound may come from the speaker. Unplug the headphones, and then insert them securely. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 261 Slide the DPC (SPEED CTRL) switch to “OFF,” or change the playback speed to normal using Go to Page Top Related Topic Adjusting the playback speed – the DPC (Digital Pitch Control) function Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 262 Set “Noise Cut” to “OFF.” Go to Page Top Related Topic Reducing noise in the playback sound and making the human voice clearer – the noise cut function Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 263 You cannot divide files other than those recorded using the IC recorder (e.g., a file transferred from a computer). Go to Page Top Related Topic Erasing a file Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 264 Back to Top Print 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. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 265 Help Guide Troubleshooting IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print You cannot copy a file to another memory. You cannot copy a (Podcast) file to another memory. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 266 Back to Top Print “--:--” is displayed. You have not set the clock. Go to Page Top Related Topic Setting the clock Setting the clock using the menu Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 267 The recording date of a file appears as “--y--m--d” or “--:--.” The date of recording will not be displayed if you recorded the file when the clock was not set. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 268 IC recorder before replacing the batteries is displayed. Set the clock to the current time again. Go to Page Top Related Topic Setting the clock Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 269 There are fewer menu items displayed in the menu mode. During playback or recording modes, there are menu items that are not displayed. Go to Page Top Related Topic Menu list Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 270 The remaining time displayed in the display window is shorter than that displayed on the computer. 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. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 271 Erase some of the files or erase all the files after you store them on the other memory media or on your computer. Go to Page Top Related Topic Erasing a file Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 272 Erase some of the files or erase all the files after you store them on the other memory media or on your computer. Go to Page Top Related Topic Erasing a file Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 273 Remove a memory card and check the side of the memory card. Then insert it with correct side and direction. Switch the memory media of the IC recorder to “Memory Card.” Go to Page Top Related Topic Inserting a memory card Selecting the memory Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 274 If the batteries are 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 batteries inserted, the menu setting may not function. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 275 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 Mac Finder. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 276 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. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 277 Depending on the USB port position, the IC recorder may not be recognized. If this happens, try another port. Go to Page Top Related Topic System requirements for using Sound Organizer System requirements Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 278 The file format may differ from those that can be played back using the IC recorder (MP3(.mp3)). Check the compatible file formats. Go to Page Top Related Topic Design and specifications Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 279 If you start 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. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 280 In Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, or Windows 8.1, you have logged on using a guest account. Make sure to log on using a user name with computer administrator privileges. Go to Page Top Related Topic System requirements for using Sound Organizer Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 281 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. Go to Page Top Related Topic Selecting the memory using the menu (Select Memory) Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 282 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. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 283 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. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 284 Store a file on your computer first (*), and then add it to the IC recorder. Select the saving file format that suits the IC recorder you use. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 285 Print Operation is slow when there are many files. When the total number of files increases, the operation becomes slower, regardless of the length of the recording time. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 286 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 or deleting is finished. After completing operations, the display works normally. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 287 Do not disconnect 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. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 288 Help Guide Troubleshooting IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print Messages list Follow the instructions below if a message appears on the display. 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.
Page 289 A read-only memory card is inserted. A read-only memory card cannot be used with the IC recorder. Memory Card Access Denied Since a memory card containing an access control function is inserted, you cannot use it. Memory Full The remaining memory capacity of the IC recorder is insufficient. Erase some files before recording. (See “Erasing a file”)
Page 290 (See “Protecting a file”) 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 You set the alarm when the time has already passed. Check it and set the appropriate date and time. (See “Playing back a file at a desired time with an alarm”)
Page 291 “Recording Filter” and “VOR,” the setting of “Scene Select” is changed to “OFF” automatically. (See “Selecting a recording scene for each situation”) System Error A system error other than the above has occurred. Remove the batteries and re-insert them. Go to Page Top Notes on use 4-534-070-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 292 Help Guide Troubleshooting IC Recorder ICD-PX440 Back Back to Top Print System limitations There are some system limitations of the IC recorder. Troubles as mentioned below are not malfunctions of the IC recorder. You cannot display or play back music files in order.

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