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Quick Start Guide
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© 2012 Sony Corporation Printed in China
ICD-UX533
ˎIC Recorder (1)
ˎStereo headphones (1)
ˎUSB connection support cable
(1)
ˎNH-AAA (size AAA) rechargeable
battery (1)
ˎQuick Start Guide (1)
ˎApplication Software, Sound
Organizer (Installer file stored in
the built-in memory so that you
can install it to your computer.)
ˎHelp Guide (HTML file stored
in the built-in memory so it
can easily be copied to your
computer.)
Check the supplied items.
ˎElectret condenser microphone
ECM-CS10, ECM-CZ10, ECM-CS3,
ECM-TL3
ˎRechargeable battery
NH-AAA-B2EN, NH-AAA-B2KN
ˎUSB AC adaptor AC-UD20,
AC-U501AD, AC-U50AG
ˎCompact charger & 2-pcAAA
Multi-Use Premium
batteries BCG-34HS2KAN,
BCG-34HW2KAN
Optional accessories
Welcome to your new Sony IC recorder!
This is the Quick Start Guide, which provides you with instructions on the basic operations of the IC recorder.
Please read it carefully. We hope you enjoy using your new Sony IC recorder.
Parts and controls
Operation indicator
Built-in microphones (stereo) (L)
Built-in microphones (stereo) (R)
Display window
REC/PAUSE (record/pause) button
STOP button
Control button (, , (review/fast backward),
(cue/fast forward))
(play/enter) button*
MENU button
FOLDER button
T-MARK (track mark) button
(microphone) jack*
(headphones) jack
ERASE button
VOL –/+ (volume –/+) button*
A-B (repeat A-B) button
DPC (SPEED CTRL) switch
Strap hole (A strap is not supplied.)
Speaker
USB DIRECT slide lever
HOLD•POWER switch
microSD card slot (The card slot is in the battery
compartment.)
Battery compartment
Strap hole (A strap is not supplied.)
* These buttons and the jack have a tactile dot. Use it as a reference point for operations, or to identify each terminal.
Let’s try out your new IC recorder Utilizing Your Computer
Installing the help guide on your computer
By installing the help guide on your computer from the built-in memory of the IC recorder, you can
search for detailed operations and possible solutions when a problem occurs.
Slide the USB 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_icdu53_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/u53/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)
IC RECORDER or
MEMORY CARD
Your computer
Click and hold,
drag,
and then drop.
Disconnect the IC recorder from your computer.
Installing Sound Organizer
Install Sound Organizer on your computer.
Note
Sound Organizer is compatible with the Windows PC only. It is not compatible with Mac.
¼ When installing Sound Organizer, log in to an account with administrator privileges.
Slide the USB 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.
Make sure the IC recorder has been recognized properly.
While the IC recorder is connected to the computer, “Connecting” is displayed in the display
window of the IC recorder.
Go to the [Start] menu, click [Computer] (or [My Computer]), and then double-click [IC
RECORDER] [FOR WINDOWS].
Double-click [SoundOrganizerInstaller_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.)
On power
Operate the unit only on 1.2 V or 1.5 V DC.
Use an NH-AAA rechargeable battery or an LR03 (size
AAA) alkaline battery.
On safety
Do not operate the unit while driving, cycling or
operating any motorized vehicle.
On handling
ˎDo not leave the unit in a location near heat
sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust or mechanical shock.
ˎShould any solid object or liquid fall into the unit,
remove the battery and have the unit checked by
qualified personnel before operating it any further.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
WARNING
Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like for a
long time.
CAUTION
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
Capacity (User available capacity *
1
*
2
)
4 GB (approx. 3.60 GB = 3,865,470,566 Byte)
*
1
A small amount of the built-in memory is used for file management and therefore not available for user storage.
*
2
When the built-in memory is formatted with the IC recorder.
RECYCLING NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERIES
Nickel metal hydride batteries are recyclable.
You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection
and recycling location nearest you.
For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit
http://www.rbrc.org/.
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking nickel metal hydride batteries.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Precautions
1. Power on.
Slide and lift the battery compartment lid, then insert a
battery with the correct polarity.
Turn the power on.
Slide and hold the HOLD•POWER switch in the direction of
“POWER” until the window display appears.
To turn the power off, slide and hold the HOLD•POWER switch in
the direction of “POWER” until “Power Off” animation is displayed.
To prevent unintentional operations (HOLD)
¼ To release the IC recorder from the HOLD status, slide the
HOLD•POWER switch towards the center.
2. Set the date and time.
When you insert a battery for the first time, or after the IC recorder
has been without a battery for more than 1 minute, the “Set
Date&Time” animation appears, and then the year section begins
to flash.
Press or to set the year (the last two digits of
the year), and then press (play/enter). Repeat this
procedure to set month, day, hour, and minute in
sequence.
When you set the minute and press (play/enter), the clock
reflects the setting.
3. Select the menu language.
Press MENU.
Press , press or to select , and then press
(play/enter).
Press or to select “Language,” and then press
(play/enter).
Press or to select the language that you want to use
in the display window, and then press (play/enter).
You can select the following languages:
English*, Español (Spanish), Français (French)
* Default setting
Press STOP.
4. Record.
Operation
indicator
Built-in microphones
¼ Before you start using the IC recorder, make sure that you slide the
HOLD•POWER switch towards the center to release the HOLD status.
Press REC/PAUSE.
Recording starts and the operation indicator lights in red.
¼ You can pause recording by pressing REC/PAUSE. Press
REC/PAUSE again to restart recording.
Place the IC recorder so that the built-in microphones
face the direction of the source to be recorded.
Press STOP to stop recording.
The “Accessing...” animation appears and the recording stops.
5. Listen.
Operation
indicator
Press (play/enter).
Playback starts and the operation indicator lights in green.
Adjust the volume by pressing VOL –/+.
Press STOP to stop playback.
6. Erase.
Once a file is erased, you cannot restore it.
Press ERASE.
“Erase?” is displayed and the file to be erased is played back
for confirmation.
Select “Execute” using or , and then press (play/
enter).
“Erasing…” is displayed while the selected file is being erased.
Additional features
Details of these additional features for recording, playback, and editing are included in the help guide.
ˎScene Selection
ˎRecording Filter
ˎNoise Cut
ˎT-MARK (Track mark)
ˎDPC (Digital Pitch Control)
ˎA-B Repeat
ˎVOR (Voice Operated Recording)
ˎSound Effects
ˎEasy Search
ˎDivide
ˎSound Organizer editing software
Note
Depending on the country or region, some of the models or optional accessories are not available.
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