Sony PCMD10 User Manual

Linear PCM Recorder

Overview

Operating Instructions

Getting Started

Recording

Playback

Using BLUETOOTH® Function

Editing

Troubleshooting

Additional Information

PCM-D10

The Help Guide (Web manual for
computers and smartphones) is available
on the Internet to provide detailed
instructions on using and troubleshooting
the linear PCM recorder.
http://rd1.sony.net/help/icd/pcmd10/h_zz/

PCM-D10 4-744-528-11(1)

Owner’s Record

The model number is located at the rear panel
and the serial number is located inside the battery
compartment. Record the serial number in the
space provided below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.

Model No. PCM-D10
Serial No.

CAUTION

Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by
an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions.

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.

Do not install this equipment in a confined space
such as a bookshelf or similar unit.

You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits set out in the EMC
regulation using a connection cable shorter than
3 meters.

For the customers in Europe

Disposal of waste batteries and electrical
and electronic equipment (applicable in
the European Union and other European
countries with separate collection
systems)

This symbol on the product, the
battery or on the packaging indicates
that the product and the battery shall
not be treated as household waste.
On certain batteries this symbol

might be used in combination with a
chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for
mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery
contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004%
lead. By ensuring these products and batteries are
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent
potentially negative consequences for the
environment and human health which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling. The recycling of the materials will help
to conserve natural resources.
In case of products that for safety, performance
or data integrity reasons require a permanent
connection with an incorporated battery, this

battery should be replaced by qualified service
staff only. To ensure that the battery and the
electrical and electronic equipment will be treated
properly, hand over these products at end-of-life
to the applicable collection point for the recycling
of electrical and electronic equipment. For all
other batteries, please view the section on how
to remove the battery from the product safely.
Hand the battery over to the applicable collection
point for the recycling of waste batteries. For
more detailed information about recycling of this
product or battery, please contact your local Civic
Office, your household waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the product or
battery.

Caution

Battery

For the customer in Canada

This device contains licence-exempt
transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with
Innovation, Science and Economic
Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s).
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference; and
(2) This device must accept any interference,
including
interference that may cause undesired operation
of the device.

The available scientific evidence does not show
that any health problems are associated with
using low power wireless devices. There is no
proof, however, that these low power wireless
devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless
devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy
(RF) in the microwave range while being used.
Whereas high levels of RF can produce health
effects (by heating tissue), exposure of low-level
RF that does not produce heating effects causes
no known adverse health effects. Many studies
of low-level RF exposures have not found any
biological effects. Some studies have suggested
that some biological effects might occur, but such
findings have not been confirmed by additional
research. The model has been tested and found
to comply with ISED radiation exposure limits set
forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets
RSS-102 of the ISED radio frequency (RF) Exposure
rules.

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FOR UNITED STATES CUSTOMERS. NOT
APPLICABLE IN CANADA, INCLUDING IN
THE PROVINCE OF QUEBEC.
POUR LES CONSOMMATEURS AUX
ÉTATS-UNIS. NON APPLICABLE AU
CANADA, Y COMPRIS LA PROVINCE DE
QUÉBEC.

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.

If you have any questions about this product:
Visit: www.sony.com/
Contact: Sony Customer Information Service
Center at 1-800-222-7669
Write: Sony Customer Information Service
Center 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL
33913

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name : SONY
Model :PCM-D10
Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc.
Address : 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA
92127 U.S.A.
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.

ˎ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
ˎ Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

ˎ Connect the equipment into an outlet on

a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.

ˎ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/

TV technician for help.

This equipment must not be co-located
or operated in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment and meets the FCC radio
frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines.
This equipment has very low levels of RF
energy that is deemed to comply without
testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).

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:

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Manuals

Operating Instructions (this manual)

Describes basic operations of the linear PCM recorder (audio
recording, audio playback, file deletion) and provides tips for better
recording and playback as well as troubleshooting instructions.

Finding information on
printed manuals

Finding information
on your computer,
smartphone, or tablet

SOUND FORGE Audio Studio  Installation Guide
(supplied separately)

Describes how to install the computer application, SOUND FORGE
Audio Studio 12, onto the computer as well as provides additional
information.

Help Guide (Web manual)

You can use your computer to find out how you can enjoy with
the linear PCM recorder, detailed descriptions of its functions, and
troubleshooting instructions.
When you are out of home or office, you can also use your
smartphone or tablet to do the same.
There is no fee for viewing the information but the communication
fee depends on the contract with your provider.

Customer support websites

For the website URLs, see “Customer support websites and Help
Guide” on page 84.

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Table of Contents

Manuals .....................................................................................................4

Overview

What you can do with the PCM-D10 .........................................................9

Getting Started

Identifying parts and controls ..................................................................11

Checking the supplied items................................................................... 18

Preparing a power source ....................................................................... 19

Making the initial settings ....................................................................... 21

Using the HOME and OPTION menus .....................................................22

Selecting a file .........................................................................................25

Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) .........................................26

Recording

Preparation before recording ..................................................................27

Recording................................................................................................. 31

Monitoring the recording audio ..............................................................34

Starting recording slightly in advance (PRE REC)....................................35

Using the SD card as a storage for recorded files...................................36

Recording using the built-in microphones ...................................... 31

Inserting an SD card .........................................................................36

To change the memory storage for recorded files later ..................37

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Table of Contents (continued)

Recording using other devices ...............................................................38

Recording with the external microphone connected to the MIC IN/

LINE IN jack ..................................................................................38

Recording with the external microphone connected to the XLR/TRS

jack(s) ..........................................................................................39

Turning down the external microphone volume at once

(Microphone attenuation) .......................................................... 40

Recording audio from an external device through LINE input ....... 40

Recording from an external device (LINE Input) .............................. 41

Playback

Playback ...................................................................................................42

About folders and files ............................................................................43

Other playback operations ......................................................................45

Searching a desired point quickly (Easy Search) .................................... 47

Setting the playback sound quality ....................................................... 48

Selecting a sound quality setting (Equalizer) ................................. 48

Adjusting the playback tone (Key Change) .................................... 48

Adjusting the playback speed (DPC(Speed Control)) ......................49

Connecting an external device for playback ......................................... 50

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Using BLUETOOTH® Function

Listening to wireless sound .................................................................... 51

Operating the linear PCM recorder with a smartphone (REC Remote) ..54

Other Bluetooth function ........................................................................55

Editing

Deleting files ............................................................................................56

Protecting a file .......................................................................................57

Changing the folder or file name ............................................................58

Using track marks ....................................................................................59

Dividing a file .......................................................................................... 60

Organizing files (Moving/copying files) .................................................62

Registering a function to the custom key (C1/C2) ..................................63

Changing the settings ............................................................................ 64

Using the linear PCM recorder with your computer ............................... 72

Connecting the linear PCM recorder to your computer .........................73

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Table of Contents (continued)

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting ......................................................................................74

Finding out causes/solutions from symptoms.......................................75

System limitations ...................................................................................83

Customer support websites and Help Guide ........................................ 84

Additional Information

Specifications...........................................................................................85

Precautions ..............................................................................................93

Notice for users .......................................................................................95

Trademarks and licenses ........................................................................ 96

Index ....................................................................................................... 98

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What you can do with the PCM-D10

Overview

For recording live performances

ˎ The built-in microphones of the PCM-D10 allow you to record musical performances easily

without complicated microphone setup.

ˎ The smartphone app, REC Remote, installed on your smartphone allows you to remotely control

the PCM-D10, such as starting or stopping recording (page 54).

ˎ You can attach a camera tripod (commercially available) to the PCM-D10.
ˎ The Cross-Memory REC function allows you to make a long recording by automatically switching

the storage for recorded files from the built-in memory to the memory card (page 30).

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What you can do with the PCM-D10 (continued)

For recording musical instrument performances with an external
microphone

ˎ You can connect an external microphone with the XLR or TRS jack(s) (commercially available) to

the XLR/TRS jack(s) on the linear PCM recorder (page 39).

ˎ You can connect a commercially-available external microphone that comes with a stereo mini-

plug to the MIC IN/LINE IN jack on the linear PCM recorder (page 39).

ˎ Long battery life with four size-AA alkaline batteries. You can record for approximately 29 hours

with the external microphone connected to the MIC IN/LINE IN jack (recording mode: LPCM 44.1
kHz/16 bit); or for approximately 5 hours with the external microphone connected to the XLR/TRS
jack(s) (recording mode: LPCM 44.1 kHz/16 bit with phantom power supply).

ˎ You can monitor audio from the left and right channels independently during recording or

playback (page 34, 42).

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Identifying parts and controls

Front Right side

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ǹ
Ǻ

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Ǽ

ǽ
Ǿ

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ȁ
Ȃ

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Getting Started

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Identifying parts and controls (continued)

Ǵ

Built-in microphones (page 31)

ǵ

Peak level indicators (L/R) (page 33)

Display the left and right peak levels of an
audio signal input with “-20dB” (green),
“-12dB” (orange), and “OVER” (red) lamps.

Ƕ

Display window (page 15)

ˮ

ĄSTOP button (page 33)

˯

T-MARK (track mark) button (page 59)

˰

Control button ((ĂDPC (Speed Control),

è

(repeat) A-B/Ã(fast reverse),

Ñ(fast forward))

Ǻ

C1 (Custom 1) button (page 63)

You can register frequently-used functions to
this button.

ǻ

BACK/ HOME button (page 22)

Press briefly to display the previous screen.
Press and hold for 1 second or more to display
the HOME menu.

Ǽ

XLR/TRS INPUT LEVEL (XLR/TRS input type

selection) switch (L/R)

Select “MIC” or “LINE” in accordance with the
device connected to the XLR/TRS jack(s).

ǽ

Phantom power switch (L/R)

When connecting an external microphone
with phantom power support to the XLR/
TRS jack(s), slide the switch to “ON” to supply
power.

Ǿ

INPUT (input selection) switch

Slide the switch to “MIC/LINE” to record
audio signals from the external microphone
connected to the MIC IN/LINE IN jack. When
no external microphone is connected to the
MIC IN/LINE IN jack, audio signals from the
built-in microphones are recorded.
Slide the switch to “XLR/TRS” to record audio
signals from the external device connected to
the XLR/TRS jack(s).

ǿ

êREC PAUSE (pause recording) button/

indicator (page 33)

Ȁ

ĆREC (recording) button/indicator

(page 32)

ȁ

C2 (Custom 2) button (page 63)

You can register frequently-used functions to
this button.

Ȃ

OPTION button (page 22)

ȃ

à (play/enter) button

There is a tactile dot. Use this dot as a
reference point for operating or identifying
the button.

Ȅ

Phantom power indicator (L/R)

ȅ

Built-in speaker (page 42)

Ȇ

Strap hole

No strap is supplied with your linear PCM
recorder.

ȇ

XLR/TRS jack (L/R)

Ȉ

MIC IN/LINE IN jack (stereo jack with the

diameter of 3.5 mm)

Connect an external microphone or an audio
device for audio recording.

ȉ

MIC/LINE INPUT LEVEL (MIC/LINE input

type selection) switch

Select “MIC” or “LINE” in accordance with the
output level of the device connected to the
MIC IN/LINE IN jack.

Ȋ

REC LEVEL (recording level) dial

Adjust the recording volume by turning the
REC LEVEL dial to display the desired level (0
to 10) in the “—” position next to the display
window.
You can adjust the volume for both of the right
and left channels simultaneously by turning
the dial. To change the balance of recording
volume for the right and left channels, pull out
the outer dial to separate it from the inner dial.
Then, turn the outer dial to adjust the volume
for the right channel. To adjust the volume for
the left channel, turn the inner dial.

ȋ

MIC ATT (microphone attenuator) switch

(page 40)

Ȍ

SD card slot (page 36)

Located behind the slot cover.

ȍ

USB Type-C™ connector

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Note

• Before connecting/disconnecting an external
microphone or device to/from the XLR/TRS jack(s),
make sure that the phantom power switch is placed
in the “OFF” position. If you plug or unplug the cable
of the connected device while the switch is placed
in the “ON” position, it may produce a loud noise or
cause the device to malfunction.

• While the phantom power switch is placed in the
“ON” position, the linear PCM recorder consumes
more power. When you do not intend to use an
external microphone with phantom power support,
slide the switch to “OFF.”

Getting Started

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Identifying parts and controls (continued)

Back/Left side

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ǵ

Ƕ

Ƿ
Ǹ

ǹ
Ǻ
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Ǽ

ǽ
Ǿ

Ǵ

Hole for attaching the tripod

No tripod is supplied with your linear PCM
recorder.

ǵ

Battery compartment cover (page 19)

Ƕ

(N mark) (page 52)

Put an NFC-compatible smartphone or
Bluetooth audio device onto this mark to
establish a Bluetooth connection.

Ƿ

LINE OUT (line output) jack (page 50)

Ǹ

 (headphones) jack (page 34, 42)

ǹ

 OUTPUT (headphone output selection)

button (page 34)

Select the left (“L”), right (“R”), or “STEREO”
channel for the headphone output.

Ǻ

LIGHT button

Turns the backlight of the display window on
or off.

ǻ

VOL (volume +) button*

Ǽ

VOL (volume -) button

ǽ

POWER switch (page 20)

Turns the power “ON” or “OFF.”

Ǿ

HOLD switch (page 26)

When the switch is placed in the “ON”
position, the buttons on the linear PCM
recorder are disabled to prevent unintentional
operations. We recommended that you keep
this switch placed in the “ON” position during
recording and playback. To enable the button
operations, slide the switch to “OFF.”

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* There is a tactile dot. Use this dot as a reference

point for operating or identifying the button.

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Display window

Ą Display window while stereo recording is

in progress

ǴǵǶǷǸ

Note

Display windows in this manual may differ from what
are actually displayed on the linear PCM recorder
depending on the country or region you purchased
the linear PCM recorder and the settings you have
made.

˫

Indicates the following according to the
current operation:

Recording status

While recording is in progress

Getting Started

ȁ

ǺǻǼ ǾǿȀǽǹ

Ą Display window while monaural recording

is in progress

˹

ǻ

(Flashing)

ˬ

Level meters/peak values (page 32)

The level meters and the maximum value of
the peak level are displayed. When the level
exceeds the set value,
When “Stereo/Monaural” is set to “Monaural
(L)” on the menu, the heading “L” to the left
of the top level meter and the bottom level
meter with the “R” heading are not displayed.

˭

PEAK icon

Appears when “Peak Hold” is set to “Manual”
on the menu.

ˮ

Elapsed recording time

˯

Remaining recordable time

Indicates the remaining recordable time in
hours, minutes, and seconds.
10 hours or more: in hours
Between 10 minutes and 10 hours: in hours
and minutes
Less than 10 minutes: in minutes and seconds

ǹ

Track mark (page 59)

Indicates the track mark number at the current
position. Displayed only when a track mark
is set.

Ǻ

Recording mode (page 64)

Indicates the recording mode specified on the
menu.

While recording is on standby
or the linear PCM recorder is
paused for recording

appears.

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Identifying parts and controls (continued)

˲

LIMITER/High S/N Mode (page 65, 66)

Appears when “LIMITER” or “High S/N Mode”
is enabled.

˳

LCF setting (page 65)

Appears when “LCF(Low Cut)” is enabled.

ǽ

File name/folder name

While recording is on standby or the linear
PCM recorder is paused for recording, the
folder name (for example, FOLDER01) appears.

Ǿ

Output channel indicator (page 34)

Appears when the left (L) or right (R)
channel audio is specified for output to the
headphones. When stereo audio is output to
headphones, nothing appears.

˶

Bluetooth mark

Appears when the Bluetooth function is
enabled.

˷

Memory card indicator

Appears when “SD Card” is selected for
“Memory Selection” under “Recording Folder.”

˸

Remaining battery power (page 20)

˹

Monaural icon

Appears when “Stereo/Monaural” is set to
“Monaural (L)” on the menu.

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Ą Display window while playback is in

progress

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ǽ

ǾǿȀ ȂȃȄȁ

˫

Playback status

Playback

Stop

/

ˬ

DPC(Speed Control) information (page

49)

Indicates the playback speed selected in
“DPC(Speed Control).”

˭

Level meters/peak values (Displayed only

for the recorded file) (page 32)

The level meters and the maximum value of
the peak level are displayed.

ˮ

Elapsed playing time

Indicates the elapsed playing time for 1file.

˯

Progress bar

Indicates the progress of the playback.

˰

File Length

Indicates the file length.

Fast reverse/forward

Ǻ

Track mark (page 59)

Indicates the track mark number at the current
position. Displayed only when a track mark
is set.

˲

File name

˳

File location information

The number of the selected file appears as
the numerator and the total number of files
available to play appears as the denominator.
When the total number of files reaches a
4-digit number, the number of files is only
displayed.

˴

Protection indicator (page 57)

Appears when a file is protected.

Ǿ

Recording mode (page 64)

Indicates the recording mode of the file that
is playing.

˶

Play mode indicator (page 68)

Indicates the Play Mode setting (for example,
repeat playback or shuffle playback).

Ȁ

Playback tone indicator (page 48)

Appears when the playback tone is modified.

ȁ

Equalizer indicator (page 48)

Appears when “Equalizer” is enabled on the
menu.

Ȃ

Output channel indicator (page 34)

Appears when the left (L) or right (R)
channel audio is specified for output to the
headphones. When stereo audio is output to
headphones, nothing appears.

˺

Bluetooth mark

Appears when the Bluetooth function is
enabled.

˻

Remaining battery power (page 20)

Getting Started

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Checking the supplied items

• Linear PCM recorder (1)

• USB Type-C™ cable (A-C) (1)

• Carrying pouch (1)

• Wind screen (1)

Put the wind screen over the built-in
microphones.

For details, see page 29.

• Sony LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (4)

• Operating Instructions (this manual)

• SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 12 Installation
Guide (1)
The “SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 12”
software allows you to edit data, create a
CD, and perform other operations on your
computer. For an overview of the software
and details on installation procedures, refer
to the supplied manual “SOUND FORGE
Audio Studio 12 Installation Guide.”

Note

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
not described in this manual could void your authority
to operate the linear PCM recorder.

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Preparing a power source

Inserting batteries

Pull the tab (ʓ) of the battery

1

compartment cover on the back of the
linear PCM recorder in the direction
of the arrow and raise it to open the
cover.

ʓ

Insert the four supplied size-AA

2

batteries.

Be sure to insert the batteries with the È
and ¾ ends in the right position.

Close the battery compartment cover.

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Preparing a power source

Turning the power on

Slide the POWER switch to “ON.”
When the POWER switch is placed in the “ON”
position, “Power On” and then “Please Wait”
appear on the display window. Information
required for operation is read from the linear
PCM recorder’s built-in memory.

When you turn on the recorder for the
first time after purchasing

“Configure Initial Settings” appears on the
display window. Press the à button and
configure the “Language,” “Date&Time,” and
“Beep” settings (page 21).

Note

You may not be able to select the language,
depending on the country or region you purchased
your linear PCM recorder.

Turning the power off

Slide the POWER switch to “OFF.” “Power
off” appears on the display window, and the
power is turned off.

When to replace the batteries

When using batteries, the remaining battery
power is indicated on the display window.

There is sufficient battery power.

Replace all four batteries.

“Low Battery” appears on the display window
when there is no power left.
The linear PCM recorder will not operate.

Note

• When the remaining battery power reaches the
lowest level, the following operations are not
available.

– Supplying phantom power to the connected

external microphone
– Dividing the file at the track mark positions
– Moving files
– Copying files
– Deleting folders
– Deleting all files in a folder/list
– Formatting the memory storage

• You can use rechargeable batteries with the linear
PCM recorder. However, you cannot charge the
batteries while they are in the linear PCM recorder.
Use the rechargeable batteries that are already
charged.

• To use rechargeable batteries, select “
 “Common Settings”  “Battery Setting,” and
then select “NiMH Battery” from the HOME menu.

Hint

• If you leave the linear PCM recorder unused while it
is running on battery power, the display window will
turn off and the linear PCM recorder enters the sleep
mode. You can change the time length before the
recorder enters sleep mode by changing the Auto
Standby setting (page 69).

• When you turn the power on again within 4 hours
of the last time the power was turned off, the power
will come on quickly.

Settings”

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Making the initial settings

When you turn on the linear PCM recorder
for the first time after purchasing, “Configure
Initial Settings” appears on the display
window.

Press the à button.



The Language screen appears.
If the Language screen is not displayed,
proceed to step 3.

Press the Ă or è button to select the



display language, and then press
the

à button.

You can select English, Simplified Chinese,
or Traditional Chinese. The language
you can select differs depending on the
country or region you purchased the linear
PCM recorder.
The Date&Time screen is displayed.

Press the Ă or è button to set an



item, and then press the à button
to confirm the value.

Date&Time

YEAR

MONTH

2019

DAY

1

1

Repeat step  to set all items, and



then press the à button.

Select “Next” and press the à



button.

The Beep screen is displayed.

Select “ON” or “OFF” and press the



à button.

When the initial settings are complete, the
HOME menu is displayed.

Hint

• If you remove the batteries and insert them back in
place after an interval of 2 minutes or more, or if you
replace the batteries with new ones, the Date&Time
screen is displayed. This screen shows the date and
time that you had last used the linear PCM recorder
before you removed the batteries. Change the date
and time to the current ones.

• To display the previous item, press the BACK/HOME
button.

• You can also change the “Language,” “Date&Time,”
and “Beep” settings later on by selecting
“

Settings”  “Common Settings” from the

HOME menu (page 22).

Getting Started

0000

You can move the cursor to the year,
month, day, hour and minute by pressing
the à or Ñ button.
The default date display format differs
depending on the country or region you
purchased the linear PCM recorder.
The time is displayed either in “12-Hour”
with “AM” or “PM,” or in “24-Hour,”
depending on the “Time Display” setting
on the menu. The default setting differs
depending on the country or region you
purchased the linear PCM recorder.

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Using the HOME and OPTION menus

Selecting the desired function
from the HOME menu

On the linear PCM recorder, the HOME menu
is the starting point for the functions of the
recorder. From the HOME menu, you can select
the desired function, locate recorded files, or
change settings.

Press and hold the BACK/HOME

1

button for 1 second or more.

The HOME menu is displayed.

HOME

Record

Recorded Files
Music
Bluetooth
Settings

Press the Ă or è button to select the

2

desired function, and then press the
à button.

You can select the following functions:

Record

Recorded

Files

Music

Bluetooth

Settings

Displays the screen for
recording. You can start
recording by pressing the
buttons on the linear PCM
recorder.

Allows you to select and play
the desired recorded file.

Allows you to select and
play the desired file from
those transferred from your
computer.

Displays the menu screen for
items that use the Bluetooth
function, such as REC
Remote, NFC, and Bluetooth
audio devices.

Allows you to configure
various settings of the linear
PCM recorder in the settings
screen.

Back to

XX*

* The function you are currently using is

displayed in “XX.”

Follow the on-screen instructions to

3

Displays the screen you
displayed before entering the
HOME menu.

proceed.

Hint

To display the screen you displayed before entering
the HOME menu, press the ĄSTOP button during
operations on the HOME menu.

Making settings from the
OPTION menu

By pressing the OPTION button, you can
display the OPTION menu, which allows you
to change the settings for each function
you are using. The OPTION menu items vary
depending on the function you are using or
the state of operation (page 23).

Press the OPTION button after you

1

have selected a function with the
HOME menu.

The OPTION menu for the current function
is displayed.

REC Information

Recording Folder
Create Folder
REC Mode
Stereo/Monaural
Peak Hold
LCF(Low Cut)

Press the Ă or è button to select the

2

desired item, and then press the à
button.

Press the Ă or è button to select the

3

desired setting item, and then press
the à button.

Hint

To return to the previous screen, press the BACK/
HOME button during operations.

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Settings menu items

Settings
menu

Recording
Settings

Playback
Settings

Common
Settings

Item See page:

Recording Folder 64

Create Folder 64

REC Mode 64

Stereo/Monaural 64

Peak Hold 29

LCF(Low Cut) 65

LIMITER 65

High S/N Mode 66

PRE REC 35

Plug In Power 66

Cross-Memory REC 30

Auto Track Marks 30

Equalizer 48

Key Change 48

Easy Search 47

Play Mode 68

Playback Range 68

LED 68

Backlight 68

Beep 68

Language 69

Date&Time 69

Auto Standby 69

Battery Setting 69

Custom Key Settings 63

Reset/Format 70

Available Rec. Time 71

System Information 71

OPTION menu items

Record

You can display the OPTION menu while
recording is in progress or on standby.
Some items may not be displayed depending
on the conditions.

OPTION menu item See page:

REC Information -

Recording Folder 64

Create Folder 64

REC Mode 64

Stereo/Monaural 64

Peak Hold 29

Reset Peak Data 29

LCF(Low Cut) 65

LIMITER 65

High S/N Mode 66

PRE REC 35

Cross-Memory REC 30

Delete a File 56

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Using the HOME and OPTION menus (continued)

Recorded Files

You can display the OPTION menu while a
list of the recorded files is displayed or while
playback is in progress or on standby.
Some items may not be displayed depending
on the conditions.

OPTION menu item See page:

Go to REC -

Equalizer 48

Key Change 48

Easy Search 47

Play Mode 68

Playback Range 68

Delete a File 56

Delete All in List 56

Delete All Files 56

Protect 57

Do Not Protect 57

Track Mark List 45

Delete Track Marks 59

Divide 60

Move File 62

File Copy 62

Change File Name 58

File Information 46

Create Folder 64

Delete Folder 56

Change Folder Name 58

Music

You can display the OPTION menu while
playback of a music file transferred from a
computer is in progress or on standby.
Some items may not be displayed depending
on the conditions.

OPTION menu item See page:

Equalizer 48

Key Change 48

Easy Search 47

Play Mode 68

Playback Range 68

Delete a File 56

Delete All in List 56

Delete All Files 56

Protect 57

Do Not Protect 57

Track Mark List 45

Delete Track Marks 59

File Information 46

Delete Folder 56

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Selecting a file

Selecting a file by specifying a
file search category

You can select a desired file for playback or
editing from the HOME menu.

Press and hold the BACK/HOME

1

button for 1 second or more.

The HOME menu is displayed.

HOME

Record

Recorded Files
Music
Bluetooth
Settings

Press the Ă or è button to select

2

Recorded Files” or “ Music,” and

“
then press the à button.

Select a file search category.

3

Press the Ă or è button to select one of the
following file search categories, and then
press the à button.

Recorded Files: “Latest Recording,”

“Search by REC Date,” and “Folders”

Music: “All Songs,” “Albums,” “Artists,”

and “Folders”

Select a list or folder from the search

4

results, and then select a file.

Press the Ă or è button to select a list or
folder, and then select the file.

Hint

• While the playback standby screen is displayed, you
can select a file by pressing the à or Ñ button.

• At the time of purchase, there is a folder, FOLDER01,
in “

Recorded Files.”

Getting Started

Recorded Files

Latest Recording

Search by REC Date
Folders

Selecting “Folders” as the file search
category displays the Memory Selection
screen. Select either “Built-In Memory” or
“SD Card” as the memory storage.
If you insert the SD card that has previously
been used in another Sony IC recorder
or linear PCM recorder, “SD Card(Other
Models)” appears in addition to “SD Card.”

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Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD)

You can disable all the buttons (HOLD) in order
to prevent unintentional operations when you
carry the linear PCM recorder, etc.

To disable the button operations

Slide the HOLD switch to “ON” to disable the
buttons while the power is on.

To release the HOLD function

If you operate buttons on the linear PCM
recorder when the HOLD function is set,
“HOLD... Slide HOLD Switch to Activate.”
appears on the display window.
To release the HOLD function, slide the HOLD
switch to “OFF.”

Hint

The default time display format depends on the
country or region of your purchase.

HOLD

10 23

If you operate a button while the power is
on, “HOLD” and the current time appear for
approximately 3 seconds.
You can still operate the following controls
while the HOLD function is active:

• REC LEVEL dial

• POWER switch

• INPUT switch

• MIC/LINE INPUT LEVEL switch

• Phantom power switches

• XLR/TRS INPUT LEVEL switches

• MIC ATT switch

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Preparation before recording

When you position the linear PCM recorder,
place it so that the microphones point to the
sound source. For accurate recording of
left and right sources, place the linear PCM
recorder with its front side facing upward.
The placement of the linear PCM recorder
and the direction of the microphone depend
on the sound source, the microphone, the
settings of the linear PCM recorder, etc. It is
recommended that you try recording with the
linear PCM recorder in various positions and
settings after referring to the illustration below
and the characteristics of the microphone.

Placement example when
recording a musical performance
using the built-in microphones

For best results, place the linear PCM recorder
about 2m to 3m (7ft to 10ft) from the sound
source. Referring to the characteristics of the
built-in microphones, adjust direction of
the linear PCM recorder and the angle of the
microphones.

About the directivity of the built­in microphones

The built-in microphones are unidirectional.
You can change the directions of the
microphones according to your recording
scene.

When rotating both capsules of the
microphones to face inside (X-Y
position)

The microphone on the right picks up sound
from the left; the microphone on the left picks
up sound from the right.
You can obtain natural and profound
stereo sound recording. This position is
recommended for recording close-by sound
sources such as a solo performance or a
session of two or three people.
However, if you place the microphones too
close to the sound source, please note that
the microphones may catch the sounds
reversely.

Recording

Records sound
from the right.

Records sound
from the left.

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Preparation before recording (continued)

When rotating both capsules of the
microphones to face outside (Wide
stereo position)

The microphone on the right records sound
from the right; the microphone on the left
records sound from the left.
You can obtain dynamic stereo sound
recording. This position is recommended for
recording a remote sound source such as a
chorus, an orchestra, or other performance of
a large number of people.

Records sound
from the left.

Records sound
from the right.

To switch the microphone input
sensitivity

Use the MIC ATT switch.
Usually slide it to “0.” When recording loud
sounds, slide it to “20” (page 40).

We recommend a trial recording

The recording environment, including the size
of the room and the speaker’s voice level,
is different for each recording. The desired
sound quality also differs depending on the
subject of the recording. A trial recording
is very effective to prevent failure of an
important recording and create an optimum
recording environment for your recording
purposes.

To reduce noise in the recording

Sounds that may be recorded as noise

The linear PCM recorder may record various
sounds in addition to the target sound. Noises
that may be recorded include:

• A rustling noise that may be caused when
you touch the linear PCM recorder

• Breath that hits the microphones of the
linear PCM recorder

• Sound that may be caused when you touch
a table

• Buzzing or humming noises from air­conditioners, projectors, or computers

To reduce noise, do not touch the linear PCM
recorder during recording. Also, do not make
the kinds of sounds mentioned above that
may be recorded as noise.

Using REC Remote

The smartphone app, REC Remote, installed
on your smartphone allows you to remotely
control the PCM-D10, such as starting or
stopping recording.
For details on the directions for use, see page

54.

Positioning the linear PCM recorder
using a camera tripod (commercially
available)

By attaching a camera tripod (commercially
available) to the hole on the back of the linear
PCM recorder, you can adjust the angles of
the linear PCM recorder and the microphones
more precisely. This also prevents noise
caused when holding the linear PCM recorder
in your hand.

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Using the supplied wind screen

By fitting the wind screen to the built-in
microphones, you can reduce noise caused
by wind or breath that hits the microphones
directly.
Be sure to fit the wind screen so that the peak
level indicators are covered.
If the wind screen is not properly fit, it will
produce no effect.

Setting the LCF(Low Cut) function

To reduce noise such as projector noise
caused by air from the projector air vents,
enable “LCF(Low Cut)” (low cut filter) on the
menu.
Select “
 “LCF(Low Cut)” from the HOME menu and
then press the à button.

Note

If a device is connected to the XLR/TRS jack(s), and
if the left, right, or both the left and right XLR/TRS
INPUT LEVEL switch(es) are set to the “LINE”
position, the LCF(Low Cut) function does not work.

Settings”  “Recording Settings”

Setting the High S/N Mode function

By using a high S/N ratio, you can reduce
noise in recording even when the recording
level is low.
To use this function, enable “High S/N Mode”
on the menu.
Select “

Settings”  “Recording Settings” 

“High S/N Mode” from the HOME menu and
then press the à button.

Note

While the LIMITER function is active, the High S/N
Mode function is disabled.

Setting the Peak Hold function

Select whether the maximum value of the
input signals (peak value) is maintained.
Select “
 “Peak Hold” from the HOME menu and then
press the à button.
If you select “Manual,”
under the peak value and the peak value will
be maintained until it is reset.

To reset the peak value and maintain a new
peak value, select ”Reset Peak Data” on the
OPTION menu while recording is in progress or
on standby.
If you select “Auto,” the peak value will be
reset periodically.

Settings”  “Recording Settings”

will appear

Recording

Setting the LIMITER function

To reduce distortion that may be caused by a
sudden input of loud sound, enable “LIMITER”
on the menu.
Select “
 “LIMITER” from the HOME menu and then
press the à button.

Note

If a device is connected to the XLR/TRS jack(s), and
if the left, right, or both the left and right XLR/TRS
INPUT LEVEL switch(es) are set to the “LINE”
position, the LIMITER function does not work.

Settings”  “Recording Settings”

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Preparation before recording (continued)

To record across memory media
(Cross-Memory REC)

When the built-in memory or the SD
card currently being used becomes full
during recording, the linear PCM recorder
automatically switches its destination to the
other memory media and continues recording.

While no linear PCM recorder

1

operations are in progress, press and
hold the BACK/HOME button for 1
second or more, select “
 “Recording Settings”  “Cross­Memory REC,” and then press the à
button.

The Cross-Memory REC screen is displayed.

Press the Ă or è button to select “ON,”

2

and then press the à button.
Start recording.

3

When the current memory media becomes
full during recording, “Continue REC in
Other Memory” appears on the display
window. Recording continues and “CROSS_
MEM” is created on the alternate memory
storage as the folder used for the Cross­Memory REC function, and then the rest of
the current recording is saved in a new file
with a new file name.

Note

• If the other memory media is also full, a message
is displayed and the linear PCM recorder stops
recording.

• The Cross-Memory REC function will not work if you
insert an SD card into the linear PCM recorder during
recording.

• When you record a file by using the Cross-Memory
REC function, part of recorded sound may be
interrupted after the memory is switched.

Hint

To continuously play the divided files recorded with
the Cross-Memory REC function, select “Search by REC
Date” when you select a file search category. The
divided files will be displayed next to each other.

Settings”

To add track marks automatically

You can add track marks (page 59)
automatically at your desired intervals during
recording.

Press and hold the BACK/HOME

1

button for 1 second or more, select “
Settings”  “Recording Settings” 
“Auto Track Marks,” and then press the
à button.

Select “Interval” and set the interval

2

(5min, 10min, 15min, or 30min) for
adding track marks.

Select “Time Stamps” and enable

3

“Time Stamps On.”

The time stamp will be added to the track
marks when they are automatically added.
This helps you locate your desired track
mark in a long recording, because you can
use the time stamps as references.

Hint

You can check the track marks in the “Track Mark List”
on the OPTION menu.

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Recording

This section explains how to record analog
sound signals from the line output of an
external device or by using the built-in or
external microphones.

MIC/LINE INPUT
LEVEL switch

REC LEVEL dial

ĄSTOP button
êREC PAUSE button/indicator

ĆREC button/indicator

BACK/HOME button

OPTION button

à button
Ă, è, Ã, Ñ button

INPUT switch

Recording using the built-in
microphones

This sub-section explains how to record sound
sources in the built-in memory with the built­in microphones.

Position the linear PCM recorder and

1

the built-in microphones, referring to
“Preparation before recording” (page

27).
Slide the INPUT switch to “MIC/LINE.”

2

Select “ Record” from the HOME

3

menu (page 22) and then press the
à button.

The recording standby screen is displayed.

Select the memory storage (the

4

built-in memory or the SD card) and
the storage folder where you want to
store recorded files.

To store recorded files on the SD card, you
need to change the memory storage.
While recording is on standby, select
“Recording Folder” on the OPTION menu
and then select “SD Card” on the Memory
Selection screen before you start recording.

Currently selected memory storage

Recording

Memory Selection

Built-In Memory

SD Card

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Recording (continued)

Press the ĆREC button.

5

The linear PCM recorder pauses for
recording, and
appear on the display window.

Turn the REC LEVEL dial to adjust the

6

and the elapsed time

recording level while referring to the
display window.

When you turn the REC LEVEL dial, the
volume for both of the right and left
channels is adjusted in synchronization.

You can check the recording level on both
the peak meter of the display window and
the peak level indicators. Adjust the level
closer to –12 dB for an appropriate range
that is suitable for your sound source.

Hint

You can also use the OPTION menu to change the
recording mode. While recording is on standby,
select “REC Mode” on the OPTION menu and then
select your desired recording mode (page 64).
By default, LPCM 44.1 kHz/16 bit is selected.

When checking the level on the peak
meter of the display window

When recording sound that has “sharp
attack” parts such as percussive sound, use
the peak meter to check the level.
The maximum peak value is displayed.
If

appears when the maximum peak

value is output, distortion may occur.

Peak indicator (crest value of input signal)

Maximum peak value

To change the balance of recording volume
for the right and left channels, pull out
the outer dial to separate it from the inner
dial. Then, turn the outer dial to adjust the
volume for the right channel. To adjust the
volume for the left channel, turn the inner
dial.

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When checking the level on the peak
level indicators

The peak level indicators for the left and
right channels light according to the input
signal levels.
If the “OVER” lamp lights up in red (when
the recording level exceeds –1 dB),
distortion may occur.

Remaining recordable time display

When the remaining recordable time is
less than 10 minutes during recording, the
remaining recordable time flashes on the
display window.

Recording

Peak level indicators

-20 dB (green): Distortion will not occur. (The

-12 dB (orange): Distortion will not occur. (The

OVER (red): The recording level is more than

To start recording, press the êREC

7

recording level is –20 dB to
–13 dB.)

recording level is –12 dB to
–1 dB.)

–1dB. Lower the level.

PAUSE (or à) button.

The standby for recording is released,
and recording starts. While recording is
in progress,

appears on the display

window.

To pause recording

Press the êREC PAUSE button during
recording.

and the elapsed recording
time flash on the display window. Press the
button again to restart recording.
Be sure to press the êREC PAUSE button again
to restart recording.

To stop recording

Press the ĄSTOP button.

When the remaining time runs out, “Memory
Full” appears and recording stops.

Note

• While recording is in progress or paused, do not
remove the batteries or the SD card. Doing so may
damage the data.

• If you leave the linear PCM recorder unused
for a while, the linear PCM recorder will enter
the sleep mode automatically. However, the
recorder consumes power while it is in low-power
consumption mode. When you are not going to use
the linear PCM recorder, please turn off the power.
The recorder does not enter the low power­consumption mode while the recording is paused.

• Do not connect the USB cable to the linear PCM
recorder during recording. Doing so stops recording
automatically (because connection with a computer
has priority).

• If the file size reaches the maximum limit (4 GB
for an LPCM file, and 1 GB for an MP3 file) during
recording, the file will be divided.

• Some of the recording may be lost around the
divided point.
For the maximum recordable time for a single file,
see page 89.

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Monitoring the recording audio

Connect headphones or earphones (not
supplied) to the  (headphone) jack of the
linear PCM recorder to monitor the recording
audio. The volume of monitored sound can
be adjusted by pressing either of the VOL
(volume) buttons.
To change the channel setting for audio
output, press the  OUTPUT button. Every
time you press the button, the channel setting
is switched as follows:
STEREO: Audio is output in stereo.
L: The left-channel audio is only output. You

can monitor the left-channel audio from
both of the left and right headphone pieces.

R: The right-channel audio is only output. You

can monitor the right-channel audio from
both of the left and right headphone pieces.

Headphones
(not supplied)

To the 
(headphone)
jack

Stereo
mini-plug

 OUTPUT
(headphone
output
selection)
button

VOL (volume)
buttons

Note

• If you turn up the volume excessively or place the
headphones extremely close to the linear PCM
recorder while monitoring the ongoing recording,
the built-in microphones may pick up the sound
from the headphones, causing acoustic feedback
(howling noises).

• For best results, use closed headphones, which have
less sound leakage.

• You cannot monitor the ongoing recording with the
headphones connected via a Bluetooth connection.

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Starting recording slightly in advance (PRE
REC)

The PRE REC (pre-recording) function
starts recording up to 5 seconds before the
operation to start recording. This function
comes in handy when you do not want to miss
the beginning of a sudden recording event,
such as an interview or an outdoor recording.

5 seconds of sound is buffered in the memory.

Press the ĆREC button
to enter the standby
for recording mode.

Press and hold the BACK/HOME



Press êREC PAUSE
(or à) button.

Recording
starts.

button for  second or more, select
“

Record”, and then press the à

button.

The recording standby screen is displayed.

Press the OPTION button to display



the OPTION menu, select “PRE REC,”
and then press the à button.

Press the Ă or è button to select



“ON,” and press the à button.

Press the êREC PAUSE (or à)



button.

The standby for recording mode is
released, and recording starts. Sound is
saved from a maximum of 5 seconds prior
to the point when the button is pressed.

Note

• If you use the built-in microphones for recording
with the PRE REC function, noises may be recorded
when you press the êREC PAUSE button. We
recommend that you use an external microphone or
REC Remote for recording with the PRE REC function.

• If you stop pre-recording before step 5, the buffered
in the linear PCM recorder’s memory during the pre­recording period will be cleared.

Hint

To cancel the PRE REC function, select “OFF” in step 3.

Recording

Press the ĆREC button.



The linear PCM recorder pauses for
recording, and
window. The last 5 seconds of sound is
buffered in the memory.

flashes on the display

Number of seconds to be
buffered in the memory

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Using the SD card as a storage for recorded files

You can record sounds on an SD card (not
supplied) in addition to the built-in memory.

à button
Ă, è, Ã, Ñ button

BACK/HOME
button

SD card slot

SD card

Inserting an SD card

Before you start recording, copy the data
stored on the SD card to a computer and
format the SD card on the linear PCM recorder
(page 70) to erase all the stored data.

While no linear PCM recorder

1

operations are in progress, insert an
SD card into the SD card slot until it
clicks into place.

Hold the SD card with the terminal side
facing toward the front of the linear PCM
recorder and insert the card in the direction
of the arrow in the illustration.

Close the slot cover.

2

“Please Wait” appears on the display
window and information required for
operation is read from the recorder’s built­in memory.
“Change Recording Folder to SD Card?”
appears.

Press the à or Ñ button to select

3

“Yes,” and then press the à button.
Press the Ă or è button to select

4

the folder where you want to store
recorded files, and then press the à
button.

Press the ĆREC button to start

5

recording.

Note

Make sure that you are not recording, playing, or
editing a file before you insert an SD card.

SD card slot cover

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SD cards that can be used with the
linear PCM recorder

With the linear PCM recorder, you can use the
following SD cards.

SD card Compatibility

SD card (capacity of up to 2 GB)

SDHC card (capacity of 4 GB to
32 GB)

SDXC card (capacity of 48 GB or
more)

* If a computer or an AV device does not support

the exFAT** file system, you cannot import or play
recorded files stored on the linear PCM recorder by
connecting the recorder to the device with a USB
cable. Make sure that the device supports the exFAT
file system in advance. If you connect the linear PCM
recorder to a device that does not support the exFAT
file system, the format screen may be displayed. Do
not execute the format process as it will erase all the
recorded files.
** exFAT is the file system used on the SDXC card.

For the latest information about the
compatible SD cards, see customer support
websites on page 84.
Due to the specifications of the linear PCM
recorder, the maximum size of a single file
that can be stored on the SD card is less than
4 GB for an LPCM file and less than 1 GB for an
MP3 file.

Note

• Not all of the compatible SD cards are assured for
successful operation.

• While recording or playback is in progress, do not:

– remove/insert the SD card.
– remove the batteries.
– disconnect/connect the USB cable.

Doing so may corrupt the data.

í

í

ò*

To remove the SD card

Make sure that “Please Wait” is not displayed
on the display window, and then push the
SD card into the recorder. When it pops out,
remove it from the SD card slot.

Note

While recording or playback is in progress, do not:

– remove/insert the SD card.
– remove the batteries.
– disconnect/connect the USB cable.

Doing so may damage the data.

To change the memory storage
for recorded files later

While recording is on standby, press

1

the OPTION button to display the
OPTION menu, and then select
“Recording Folder.”

The Memory Selection screen is displayed.

Press the Ă or è button to select

2

“Built-In Memory” or “SD Card”, and
then press the à button.

The selected memory storage is set for
storing recorded files.

Press the Ă or è button to select a

3

folder, and then press the à button.

About the structure of folders and files

The structure of folders and files on the SD
card is different from the one on the built-in
memory (page 43).

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Recording using other devices

Recording with the external
microphone connected to the
MIC IN/LINE IN jack

You can connect an external microphone
(commercially available) to the MIC IN/LINE IN
jack on the linear PCM recorder and use it for
recording.

Connect an external microphone to

1

the MIC IN/LINE IN jack on the linear
PCM recorder.

Adjust the position of the microphone.
For the characteristics of the microphone,
refer to the operating instructions supplied
with it.

External microphone
(commercially
available)

To the MIC IN/
LINE IN jack

Slide the MIC/LINE INPUT LEVEL

3

switch to “MIC.”

The Plug In Power screen is displayed.
When a plug-in power microphone is
connected, select “ON” to supply power
to the microphone from the linear PCM
recorder. If you select “OFF,” the Plug In
Power will not work.

Follow steps 3 through 7 in “Recording

4

using the built-in microphones” (page

31) to start recording.

Note

When an external microphone is connected to the MIC
IN/LINE IN jack on the linear PCM recorder, the built-in
microphones cannot be used for recording.

Slide the INPUT switch to “MIC/LINE.”

2

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Recording with the external
microphone connected to the
XLR/TRS jack(s)

You can connect an external microphone
(commercially available) to the XLR/TRS jack
on the linear PCM recorder and use it for
recording.

Slide the phantom power switch(es)

1

to “OFF.”
Connect an external microphone to

2

the XLR/TRS jack(s) on the linear PCM
recorder.

To record in stereo, connect the microphone
to both of the XLR/TRS jacks for the left (L)
and right (R) channels.
To record in monaural, connect it to the
XLR/TRS jack for the left (L) channel.
Adjust the position of the microphone.
For the characteristics of the microphone,
refer to the operating instructions supplied
with it.

External microphone
(commercially available)

To the XLR/TRS jack

Slide the INPUT switch to “XLR/TRS.”

3

Slide the XLR/TRS INPUT LEVEL switch

4

to “MIC.”

When the microphone is connected to
both of the XLR/TRS jacks for the left
(L) and right (R) channels, slide both of
the switches for the left (L) and right (R)
channels.

If the connected external microphone

5

supports phantom power, slide the
phantom power switch(es) to “ON.”

Power is supplied to the connected
microphone.

Follow steps 3 through 7 in “Recording

6

using the built-in microphones” (page

31) to start recording.
To record in monaural, press the

7

OPTION button while recording is
on standby to display the OPTION
menu, select “Stereo/Monaural” 
“Monaural (L),” and then press the à
button.

Note

• If a device is connected to the XLR/TRS jack(s),

and if the left, right, or both the left and right
XLR/TRS INPUT LEVEL switch(es) are set to the
“LINE” position, the LIMITER and LCF(Low Cut)
functions do not work.

• Before connecting or disconnecting an external
microphone or device, make sure that the phantom
power switch is placed in the “OFF” position. If you
plug or unplug the cable of the connected device
while the switch is placed in the “ON” position, it
may produce a loud noise or cause the device to
malfunction.

• While the phantom power switch is placed in the
“ON” position, the linear PCM recorder consumes
more power. When you do not intend to use an
external microphone with phantom power support,
slide the switch to “OFF.”

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Recording using other devices (continued)

Turning down the external
microphone volume at once
(Microphone attenuation)

If the input level of the built-in microphones or
external microphone is high, slide the MIC ATT
switch to “20.” This attenuates the input level
by approximately 20 dB.

When an external microphone is

1

connected, slide the INPUT switch in
accordance with the microphone.

When the microphone is connected to
the MIC IN/LINE IN jack, slide the switch
to “MIC/LINE.” When the microphone is
connected to the XLR/TRS jack, slide it to
“XLR/TRS.”

Slide the MIC/LINE INPUT LEVEL or

2

XLR/TRS INPUT LEVEL switch to “MIC.”
Slide the MIC ATT switch to “20.”

3

Recording audio from an
external device through LINE
input

You can connect an external device to the
XLR/TRS jacks on the linear PCM recorder and
record audio from the device through LINE
input.

Connect the audio output jacks on the

1

external device and the XLR/TRS jacks
on the linear PCM recorder with an
audio cable (commercially available).

Slide the INPUT switch to “XLR/TRS.”

2

Slide the XLR/TRS INPUT LEVEL switch

3

to “LINE.”

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Follow steps 3 through 6 in “Recording

4

using the built-in microphones” (page

31).
Start playback on the external device.

5

Press the êREC PAUSE (or à) button

6

where you want to start recording.

The standby for recording mode is released,
and recording starts.

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Recording from an external
device (LINE Input)

You can connect an external device such as
a CD player, MD player, or DAT player to the
linear PCM recorder and record its playback
sound.

Connect the audio output jacks on the

1

external device and the MIC IN/LINE
IN jack on the linear PCM recorder
with an audio cable (commercially
available).

CD/MD/DAT player

To audio
output jacks

To the MIC IN/
LINE IN jack

Audio cable
(commercially
available)

Slide the MIC/LINE INPUT LEVEL

3

switch to “LINE.”

Follow steps 3 through 6 in “Recording

4

using the built-in microphones” (page

31).
Start playback on the external device.

5

Press the êREC PAUSE (or à) button

6

where you want to start recording.

The standby for recording mode is released,
and recording starts.

Note

The LIMITER and LCF(Low Cut) functions do not work
while an external device is connected to the MIC IN/
LINE IN jack and recording through LINE input is in
progress.

Recording

Slide the INPUT switch to “MIC/LINE.”

2

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Playback

VOL (volume) buttons

ĄSTOP button

OPTION button

à button
Ă, è, Ã, Ñ button

BACK/HOME
button

Speaker

Select a file you want to play using

1

the HOME menu (page 25).
Press the à button.

2

Playback starts.

appears on the display window. All of
the files in the playback range are played in
order of file number.

Adjust the volume with the VOL

3

(volume) buttons.
To stop playback, press the ĄSTOP

4

button.

To listen through headphones

Connect headphones or earphones (not
supplied) to the  (headphones) jack on the
linear PCM recorder.
To switch the audio output to the
headphones, press the  OUTPUT button. For
details, see page 34.

Headphones
(not supplied)

To the
(headphones)
jack

Stereo
mini-plug

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Listening via the built-in speaker

1 Remove your headphones or earphones

from the linear PCM recorder.

2 Select a file you want to play using the

HOME menu (page 25).

3 Press the à button.
4 Adjust the volume with the VOL (volume)

buttons.

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About folders and files

Structure of the folders and files
on the linear PCM recorder

“ Recorded Files” structure

A

Recorded

Record Bluetooth Settings Back to

* The function you are currently using is displayed

in “XX.”

“ Music” structure

Record

A:HOME menu B:Folder C:File

* The function you are currently using is displayed

in “XX.”

Files

Files

Music

FOLDER01

Music BluetoothRecorded

Artist name

Folder name

Album title

Album title

XX*

161010_1618.mp3

191010_1618.wav

161010_1630.mp3

191010_1630.wav

191010_2015.wav

161010_2015.mp3

Settings Back to

XX*

Music_title.mp3

Music_title.mp3

Music_title.wav

Music_title.wav

File name.mp3

Structure of the folders and files
on a computer

You can display the structure of folders and
files on the linear PCM recorder on your
computer by connecting the linear PCM
recorder to your computer. Folders and files
can be displayed by opening “PCMRECORDER”
or “MEMORY CARD” in Explorer on a Windows
computer or Finder on a Mac.

CB

The following shows the structure of folders
and files displayed on the computer.

Built-in memory

PCMRECORDER folder

Folder for storing files recorded with
the linear PCM recorder

REC_FILE (*1)

MUSIC (*1)

LICENCE

Conversation

MP3

WMA

*1 Files stored in the REC_FILE folder appear in

“

Recorded Files” while those in the MUSIC folder
appear in “
sure you put it either in the REC_FILE folder or in the
MUSIC folder.

2

*

The folder containing music files will appear with

the same name on your linear PCM recorder. It
would help you identify folders if you name the
folders with easy-to-remember names. The folder
names shown in the above illustration are just
examples.

3

*

The linear PCM recorder is capable of detecting up

to 8 levels of the transferred music folders.

FOLDER01

Folder for storing files
transferred from the computer

POP

J-POP (*2)

LPCM

MP3

Music.” When transferring a file, make

LPCM

AAC-LC

The linear PCM
recorder is not
capable of detecting
any folders and files
stored at these
folder structure
levels.

(*3)

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About folders and files (continued)

Hint

• Before transferring music files from the computer
to the linear PCM recorder, it would be helpful if you
registered the music file information, such as titles
and artist names, on the computer in advance. Then,
you can display the music file information or use it
for music file search on the linear PCM recorder.

• If a music file has no title assigned, the linear PCM
recorder will display its file name.

SD card

The SD card has a different structure of folders
and files from the built-in memory of the
linear PCM recorder.

SD card

PRIVATE

SONY

Folder for storing files recorded with
the linear PCM recorder

MUSIC (*)

REC_FILE (*)

Folder for storing files transferred
from the computer

POP

FOLDER01

J-POP

LPCM

AAC-LC

Conversation

MP3

WMA

LPCM

MP3

The linear PCM
recorder is not
capable of detecting
any folders and files
stored at these
folder structure
levels.

* Files stored in the REC_FILE folder appear in

“

Recorded Files” while those in the MUSIC folder

appear in “

Music.” When transferring a file, make
sure you put it either in the REC_FILE folder or in the
MUSIC folder.

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Other playback operations

Playing the file immediately after it is
recorded

Stop recording and press the à button while
the recording standby screen is displayed.

Fast forwarding/reversing during
playback (cueing/reviewing)

While playback is on standby or in progress,
press and hold the à (fast reverse/review)
button or Ñ (fast forward/cue) button to
search for the desired point and release the
button.

Hint

Forward or backward search begins at a slow speed,
which helps you check the file word by word. If you
keep holding either button, forward or backward
search will continue at a faster speed.

Playing a specific section repeatedly
(A-B repeat)

You can specify the starting point A and the
finishing point B in a file to play the section
between the specified points repeatedly.

1 While playback is on standby or in

progress, press the è
specify the starting point A.

A-B button to

Repeatedly playing the current file

You can repeat playback of the file you are
currently playing by simply pressing and
holding the à button. To cancel this function,
press the à or ĄSTOP button.

Hint

• You can turn on the button-hold repeat playback
function while the linear PCM recorder is in a
particular Play Mode.

• You cannot turn on the button-hold repeat playback
function while the A-B repeat playback function is
active.

Locating a playback point with the track
mark list

You can locate a playback point by simply
selecting a track mark on the Track Mark List
screen.

Key Change
Easy Search
Play Mode
Playback Range
Delete a File
Protect

Track Mark List

While playback is on standby or in progress,
select “Track Mark List” on the OPTION menu
and then select the desired track mark.

Playback

Set End of A-B Repeat

2 Press the è A-B button again to

specify the finishing point B.

The specified section plays repeatedly.

3 To resume the normal playback, press the

A-B button again.

è

Note

While playback is on standby, you cannot specify the
same point as the starting point A and the finishing
point B. An attempt to do this cancels the specified
starting point A.

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Other playback operations (continued)

Changing the Play Mode setting

You can select a Play Mode setting as needed,
such as the mode setting for playing only 1 file
or repeating the current file (page 68).

Equalizer
Key Change
Easy Search

Play Mode

Playback Range
Delete a File
Protect

While playback is on standby or in progress,
select “Play Mode” on the OPTION menu and
then select the desired mode setting.

Specifying the playback range

You can select a file search category (“Latest
Recording,” “Search by REC Date,” “Folders”) to
search “
the playback range for the list of search
results.

Recorded Files” for files and specify

Equalizer
Key Change
Easy Search
Play Mode

Playback Range

Delete a File
Protect

Displaying the current file information

While playback is on standby, select “File
Information” on the OPTION menu. You can
display various information on the current file
including the “Rec Date/Time,” “File Length,”
“REC Mode,” “LCF(Low Cut),” or “LIMITER”
settings.
You can scroll the display by pressing the Ă or
è button.

Rec Date/Time:

2019/01/01 10:10

File Length:

1h59m59s

1 While playback is on standby or in

progress, select “Playback Range” on the
OPTION menu.

2 Select “All Range” or “

Selected

Range” (page 68).

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Searching a desired point quickly (Easy Search)

The Easy Search function helps you quickly
locate the point from which you want to play.
To quickly locate your desired portion of
a long recording, such as a recording of a
meeting, specify the time period for forward/
reverse skipping.

While playback is in progress or on



standby, press the OPTION button
to display the OPTION menu, select
“Easy Search,” and then press the
à button.

Press the Ă or è button to select



“ON,” and then press the à button.
To specify the time period for
forward/reverse skipping, select
“Set Skip Time,” and then press the
à button.

If you select “ON,” the “Easy Search”
setting screen closes.
If you select “Set Skip Time,” proceed to
the next step.

Press the Ă or è button to select



“Forward Skip Time” or “Reverse
Skip Time,” and then press the à
button.

When “Easy Search” is set to ON

When you press the à or Ñ button briefly
while playback is in progress, you can quickly
move the playback position back or forward
by the specified skip time.

Playback

Press the Ă or è button to select the



time interval, and then press the à
button.

To set the other time interval, press

5

the à button and repeat steps 3 and

4.

When you have finished configuring



this setting, press the Ă or è button
to select “ON,” and then press the
à button.

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Setting the playback sound quality

Selecting a sound quality setting
(Equalizer)

Select a file you want to play using

1

the HOME menu (page 25).
While playback is in progress or on

2

standby, press the OPTION button
to display the OPTION menu, select
“Equalizer,” and then press the à
button.

Press the Ă or è button to select the

3

desired sound quality setting, and
then press the à button.

OFF* Disables the Equalizer function.

ON Enables the Equalizer function.

Custom

* By default, “OFF” is selected.

Note

During playback with the built-in speaker, a Bluetooth
audio device, or the device connected to LINE OUT
jack on the linear PCM recorder, the Equalizer function
does not work.

Customizing the sound quality

Select “Custom” in step 3 to display the
custom setting screen.
Press the à or Ñ button to select a
frequency band from 100 Hz, 300 Hz, 1 kHz,
3 kHz, or 10 kHz, and then press the Ă or è
button to adjust the level. You can adjust in 7
steps from –3 to +3.
When you have finished configuring this
setting, press the à button.

You can define sound levels in
5 frequency bands.

Adjusting the playback tone
(Key Change)

You can adjust the playback sound to
higher or lower semitones in 13 steps. This is
useful for practicing songs to be recorded in
accompaniment.

Select a file you want to play using

1

the HOME menu (page 25).
While playback is in progress or on

2

standby, press the OPTION button
to display the OPTION menu, select
“Key Change,” and then press the à
button.

Press the Ă or è button to adjust the

3

playback tone (Key Change).

The playback tone is adjusted a halftone
higher (
The playback tone is adjusted a halftone
lower (

* By default, “0” is selected.

1 - 6).

1 - 6).

Key Change

Enter

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Adjusting the playback speed
(DPC(Speed Control))

You can use the DPC(Speed Control) function
to adjust the playback speed in a range from

0.25 times to 3.00 times. The file is played
in natural tones using a digital processing
function.

Select a file you want to play using

1

the HOME menu (page 25).
While playback is in progress or on

2

standby, press the Ă DPC (Speed
Control) button.

Press the Ă or è button to select “ON,”

3

and press the à or Ñ button to
adjust the playback speed.

The speed decreases by 0.05 times (from
x0.25 to x1.00).
The speed increases by 0.10 times (from
x1.00 to x3.00).

DPC(Speed Control)

ON

Playback

Enter

By default, “OFF” is selected.

Press the à button.

4

You can select the playback speed as follows:

1.00 times -

0.25 times

2.00 times -

0.25 times

3.00 times -

0.25 times

FLAC files with the sampling
frequency at 88.2 kHz or higher

LPCM files with the sampling
frequency at 88.2 kHz or higher,
FLAC files with the sampling
frequency below 88.2 kHz

other than the above

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Connecting an external device for playback

To output recorded files from speakers of an
external device, connect the audio input jacks
on the external device to the LINE OUT jack on
the linear PCM recorder using an audio cable
(commercially available).

AV amplifier/player (analog type)

To audio input jacks

To the LINE OUT jack

Audio cable
(commercially available)

Select a file you want to play using



the HOME menu (

Press the à button.



Playback starts.

Note

If the audio cable is connected to the LINE OUT jack
and audio is being output, the Equalizer function does
not work.

page 25).

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Listening to wireless sound

You can establish a wireless connection
between a Bluetooth audio device and the
linear PCM recorder and listen to audio from
the Bluetooth audio device.
However, you cannot monitor the ongoing
recording with the Bluetooth audio device.
Use the headphones connected to the 
(headphones) jack on the linear PCM recorder
for monitoring.

Making device registration
(pairing)

To establish a wireless connection between
Bluetooth audio devices for the first time, you
need to have the devices registered with each
other. This device registration process is called
“pairing.”

Place the Bluetooth audio device

1

with which you want to establish a
Bluetooth connection in pairing mode.

Be sure to place the linear PCM recorder
within 1 m (3 ft) from the Bluetooth audio
device.

While playback is on standby, press

2

and hold the BACK/HOME button for
1 second or more to display the HOME
menu, select “
Device.”

The menu screen for audio devices is
displayed on the display window.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth ON/OFF

Audio Device

REC Remote
NFC Settings
Bluetooth Information
Auto Standby Message

Select “Add Device (Pairing).”

3

When the Bluetooth function of the linear
PCM recorder is turned off, “Turn Bluetooth
On?” appears on the display window. Select
“Yes,” and then press the à button.

Bluetooth”  “Audio

When the linear PCM recorder is connected
with another Bluetooth audio device,
“Disconnect Connected Audio Device.
Continue?” appears on the display window.
Select “Yes.”

Audio Device

Connect
Disconnect

Add Device (Pairing)

Manage Added Devices
Wireless Audio Quality
Volume Control

Press the à button to start searching

4

for Bluetooth audio devices.

The search for Bluetooth audio devices that
are available for device registration starts
and the list of the found devices appears
on the display window.

Select the Bluetooth device that you

5

want to register (pair) with the linear
PCM recorder.

When the device is registered (paired),
a Bluetooth connection is automatically
established and “Connection Complete”
appears on the display window.

Start playback on the linear PCM

6

recorder.

Now, you can listen to audio from the
Bluetooth audio device.

Note

When an external device is connected to the LINE OUT
jack on the linear PCM recorder, no sound is output
from the connected Bluetooth audio device. To
monitor the output sound from the device connected
to the LINE OUT jack, connect headphones to the 
(headphones) jack.

To disconnect the connection with the
Bluetooth audio device

Select “ Bluetooth”  “Audio Device” 
“Disconnect” from the HOME menu.

Using BLUETOOTH® Function

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Listening to wireless sound (continued)

To switch the audio output destination
between the Bluetooth headphones
and the headphones connected to the
linear PCM recorder

While a Bluetooth connection is established,
no sound is output from the headphones
connected to the  (headphones) jack on the
linear PCM recorder.
To use the connected headphones for
listening, disconnect the Bluetooth
connection.

Note

• The device registration (pairing) information is
cleared in the following cases. You need to register
(pair) the device with your linear PCM recorder once
again.

– The settings on either or both devices are reset

to the default settings, for example, due to
initialization.

– The device registration (pairing) information is

deleted, for example, during the course of a repair

service.
If the device registration (pairing) is deleted from
the linear PCM recorder but the Bluetooth audio
device still has the device registration (pairing)
information of the linear PCM recorder, delete the
information and make device registration (pairing)
once again.

• While the Bluetooth function is turned on, the
battery wears quickly to a large extent.

• Depending on the Bluetooth audio device
connected with your linear PCM recorder, the
communication environment, or the ambient
conditions, you may hear noises or audio dropouts.

• Bluetooth wireless technology allows connection at
distance of up to about 10m (33ft). However, the
effective range may vary depending on obstructions
(people, metals, wall, etc.) or signal status.

• The linear PCM recorder supports A2DP (Advanced
Audio Distribution Profile) and AVRCP (Audio/Video
Remote Control Profile) as the Bluetooth profile. To
establish a Bluetooth connection with a Bluetooth
device from the linear PCM recorder, the Bluetooth
device must support A2DP. On a Bluetooth audio
device that supports AVRCP, such as Bluetooth
headphones, you can perform basic operations of
the linear PCM recorder.

• If passkey* entry is prompted on the display window
of your linear PCM recorder in the course of device
registration (pairing), find out the passkey for the
Bluetooth audio device and enter the passkey.

• You can register (pair) a single Bluetooth audio
device with your linear PCM recorder at a time. To
register (pair) multiple devices, perform the above
procedure from step 1 for each device.

• If the same Bluetooth audio device name is
displayed multiple times, check the device that you
want to register (pair) for its BD address. To find
out the BD address for the Bluetooth audio device,
refer to the operating instructions supplied with
the device.

• You can also establish/disconnect the Bluetooth
connection by selecting “
“Bluetooth ON/OFF.”

* The passkey may also be called “passcode,” “PIN

code,” “PIN number,” or “password.” The passkey for
the linear PCM recorder is “0000.”
To find out the passkey for the Bluetooth audio
device, refer to the operation instructions supplied
with the device.

Bluetooth” 

Establishing a Bluetooth connection
with the one-touch operation (NFC
connection)

You can register (pair) an NFC-compatible
Bluetooth audio device and establish a
Bluetooth connection with your linear PCM
recorder by putting the recorder onto the
device.

1 If the Bluetooth audio device as the NFC

switch, turn on the switch.

2 Put the linear PCM recorder onto the

Bluetooth audio device.

Align the mark on the linear PCM
recorder with the
audio device and keep them touched
until an instruction appears on the display
window of the linear PCM recorder.

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3 Follow the on-screen instructions until a

Bluetooth is established.

Hint

• To disconnect the Bluetooth connection, put the
linear PCM recorder onto the device once again.

• If Bluetooth connection is not established, keep
your linear PCM recorder touched on the
on the Bluetooth audio device and slowly move
the recorder back and forth and around. See page
80 as well.

mark

Note

• When a camera tripod (commercially available) is
attached to the hole for attaching the tripod on
the back of the linear PCM recorder, the
on the recorder is hidden by the tripod and it is
hard to establish a connection with the one-touch
operation. When you intend to use the tripod, be
sure to establish the connection before attaching it.

• While a recording process is in progress (the linear
PCM recorder is in the recording, paused during
recording, or standby for recording mode), you
cannot establish a connection with the one-touch
operation. Before establishing the connection, make
sure that recording is on standby.

mark

Using BLUETOOTH® Function

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Operating the linear PCM recorder with a
smartphone (REC Remote)

If you install the smartphone app, REC
Remote, to a compatible smartphone, you can
use the Bluetooth function of the linear PCM
recorder to control its recording operations
from the smartphone.
This remote control is convenient because
you can secure the linear PCM recorder and
remotely control its recording operations as
well as eliminate the sounds you make when
using the linear PCM recorder.

Note

• To connect the linear PCM recorder and REC Remote
via a wireless connection, you need the latest
version of REC Remote. When the smartphone
already has REC Remote installed, update it to the
latest version.

• REC Remote is merely an app designed for audio
recording. You cannot use it for playback or sound
monitoring during recording.

• You cannot adjust the recording volume level of
the linear PCM recorder using REC Remote. Use
the REC LEVEL dial on the linear PCM recorder for
adjustment.

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Making device registration
(pairing)

To establish a Bluetooth connection between
the linear PCM recorder and a smartphone,
you need to make device registration (pairing).

Bluetooth

Bluetooth ON/OFF
Audio Device

REC Remote

NFC Settings
Bluetooth Information
Auto Standby Message

On the linear PCM recorder, select

1

Bluetooth”  “REC Remote” 

“
“Add Device (Pairing)” from the HOME
menu (page 22).

If the Bluetooth function of the linear PCM
recorder is turned off, “Turn Bluetooth
On?” appears on the display window.

Select “Yes” to place the linear PCM

2

recorder in pairing mode.
On the smartphone, turn on the

3

Bluetooth function.
On the smartphone, start REC Remote.

4

Search for “PCM-D10” from the

5

smartphone and have both devices
registered with each other.

For details on connecting REC Remote on the
smartphone with the linear PCM recorder, refer
to the REC Remote Help.

Note

• The device registration (pairing) information is
cleared in the following cases. You need to register
(pair) the device with your linear PCM recorder once
again.

– The settings on either or both devices are reset

to the default settings, for example, due to
initialization.

– The device registration (pairing) information is

deleted, for example, during the course of a repair

service.
If the device registration (pairing) is deleted from
the linear PCM recorder but the Bluetooth audio
device still has the device registration (pairing)
information of the linear PCM recorder, delete the
information and make device registration (pairing)
once again.

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Other Bluetooth function

Turning on/off the Bluetooth
function

Turn on/off the Bluetooth function.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth ON/OFF

Audio Device
REC Remote
NFC Settings
Bluetooth Information
Auto Standby Message

On the linear PCM recorder, select
“

Bluetooth”  “Bluetooth ON/OFF,” and

then select “ON” or “OFF” from the HOME
menu (page 22).

Viewing the Bluetooth
information

You can view the Bluetooth information, such
as the version number and the profile.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth ON/OFF
Audio Device
REC Remote
NFC Settings

Bluetooth Information

Auto Standby Message

On the linear PCM recorder, select
“

Bluetooth”  “Bluetooth Information” from

the HOME menu (page 22).

Using BLUETOOTH® Function

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Deleting files

Deleting a file

Select a file that you want to delete

1

from the HOME menu (page 25).
While playback is in progress or on

2

standby, press the OPTION button
to display the OPTION menu, select
“Delete a File,” and then press the à
button.

“Delete?” appears and the specified file is
played for confirmation.

Press the à or Ñ button to select

3

“Yes,” and press the à button.

The file is erased.

To cancel erasing

In step 3, select “No,” and press the à button.

Deleting all of the files in a
folder or list

Display the folder or list containing

1

the files you want to delete (page

25).
Press the OPTION button to display

2

the OPTION menu, select “Delete All
Files” or “Delete All in List,” and then
press the à button.

“Delete All Files in This Folder?” or “Delete
All Files in This List?” appears on the display
window.

Press the à or Ñ button to select

3

“Yes,” and press the à button.

All files in the selected folder or list are
deleted.

Note

• Once a file has been deleted, you cannot retrieve it.

• You cannot delete a protected file. To delete the file,
release the protection first.

Deleting part of a file

Follow the steps in “Dividing a file” (page

60) to divide the file into two files first.

Select the file you want to delete, press the
OPTION button, and then select “Delete a File.”

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Protecting a file

You can protect an important file. A protected
file is marked with the
and is regarded as a read-only file that you
cannot erase or edit.

Select the recorded file that you



want to protect from the HOME
menu (

page 25).

While playback is in progress or on



standby, press the OPTION button
to display the OPTION menu, select
“Protect,” and then press the à
button.

The file is protected.

(protect) indicator

To release the protection

In step 2, select “Do Not Protect” on the
OPTION menu and then press the à button.

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Changing the folder or file name

You can change the name of folders and files
managed under “
HOME menu.
When changing the folder name, you can
select a folder name from the template.
When changing the file name, you can select a
prefix (text or symbol) from the template and
add it to the file name.

Select the desired folder or file from



“

Recorded Files” of the HOME

menu (

Press the OPTION button to display



the OPTION menu and select
“Change Folder Name” or “Change
File Name.”

Select the desired folder name or



prefix from the template.

Note

• You cannot change the name of the folders and files
managed under “

• You cannot change the name of the protected file.
Release the protection first (page 57), and then
change the name.

• You can also change the folder or file name to an
arbitrary name by using a computer.

Recorded Files” of the

page 25).

Music.”

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Using track marks

Adding a track mark

You can add a track mark at a point at which
you want to divide a file later or that you
want to locate during playback. You can add a
maximum of 98 track marks to each file.
While recording or playback is in progress,
press the T-MARK button at the position where
you want to add a track mark.
The

(track mark) indicator flashes 3times,

and a track mark is added.

While playback is in progress

While recording is in progress

To locate a track mark and start
playback

Press the à or Ñ button while playback is
on standby. When the
flashes once, press the à button.

Note

You cannot add a track mark to a protected file. To add
a track mark to the file, release the protection first,
and then add a track mark.

(track mark) indicator

Deleting a track mark

You can delete the track mark that is located
immediately before the current position.

Select the file with the track mark you

1

want to delete from the HOME menu
(page 25).

Stop at a position after the track mark

2

you want to delete.
Press the OPTION button to display

3

the OPTION menu, select “Delete
Track Marks”  “This Track Mark,” and
then press the à button.

When “Delete Track Mark?” appears,

4

press the à or Ñ button to select
“Yes,” and press the à button.

The selected track mark is deleted.

To cancel deleting the track mark

In step 4, select “No,” and press the à button.

To delete all of the track marks in the
selected file at once

In step 3, select “Delete Track Marks”  “All
Track Marks” on the OPTION menu and then
press the à button. When “Delete All Track
Marks?” appears, press the à or Ñ button
to select “Yes,” and then press the à button.
All of the track marks in the selected file are
deleted.

Note

You cannot delete track marks from a protected file. To
delete track marks from a protected file, release the
protection first, and then delete the track marks (page

59).

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Dividing a file

Dividing a file at the current
playback point

While no linear PCM recorder operations are in
progress, you can divide a single file into two
files. Dividing a file helps you quickly locate
the point from which you want to play in a
long recording file.

Select the recorded file that you want

1

to divide from the HOME menu (page

25) and stop the file at the point
where you want to divide the file.

Press the OPTION button to display

2

the OPTION menu, select “Divide” 
“Current Position,” and then press the
à button.

A period of approximately 4 seconds from
the dividing point plays repeatedly.

Press the à or Ñ button to

3

confirm the point at which you want
to divide the file, and then press the
à button.

You can adjust the dividing point by
approximately 0.25 seconds in a range of
approximately 6 seconds before and after
the current playback point.

Divide Current Position

Dividing a file at all of the track
mark positions

You can divide a file at all of the track mark
positions.

Select the recorded file that you want

1

to divide from the HOME menu.
Press the OPTION button to display

2

the OPTION menu, select “Divide” 
“At All Track Marks,” and then press
the à button.

When “Divide at All Track Marks?”

3

appears, press the à or Ñ button,
select “Yes,” and press the à button.

The file is divided at all of the track mark
positions. All of the existing track marks in
the files are deleted.

To cancel division

In step 3, select “No” and press the à button.

Enter

When “Divide at Current Stop

4

Position?” appears, press the à or
Ñ button to select “Yes,” and then
press the à button.

The file is divided into two. New file
numbers are added to the divided files.

File 1

File 2_1 File 2_2

The file is divided.

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Note

• While a file is playing, you cannot divide the file.

• On the linear PCM recorder, you cannot combine
divided files.
“SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 12” is capable of
dividing and combining files.

• The divided files are named as follows:

– “Divide Current Position”: The divided files will be

suffixed with a sequential number (“_1,” “_2”).

– “At All Track Marks”: A suffix made up of a

sequential number (“_01,” “_02”) is added to each
of the divided files.

• You cannot divide a file if:

– The file is recorded by a device other than the

linear PCM recorder.
– The file is protected.
– You try to divide the file at a point less than 0.5

seconds from the beginning or the end of the file.
– The total number of recorded files reaches the

maximum number of recordable files. (“File Full”

appear on the display window.)
– The new file name exceeds the maximum number

of characters.
– The file name after division is identical to an

existing file in the folder.
– There is a track mark less than 0.5 second from

the division position (only when dividing at all of

the track mark positions).

• If there is a track mark within 0.5 seconds of the
dividing position (only when you are dividing a
file at the current position), the division will be
proceeded by deleting the track mark.

• BWF files have the same time stamp information as
the source file.

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Organizing files (Moving/copying files)

Press the Ă or è button to select the

4

desired destination folder, and then
press the à button.

To cancel moving/copying the file

While “Please Wait” is displayed on the display
window, press the BACK/HOME button. When
“Stop the Process?” appears, press the à or

Ñ button to select “Yes,” and press the à

Ă, è, Ã, Ñ button

OPTION button
à button

BACK/HOME
button

button.

Note

• You cannot move or copy the files managed under
“

Music.”

• You cannot move a protected file. To move the file,
release the protection first, and then move the file.

• When a file is moved, the file is removed from the
source folder.

• When a file is copied, the copied file has the same
file name as the source file.

Moving/copying a file

You can move or copy a selected file to the
desired folder.

Select the file you want to move or

1

copy from the HOME menu (page

25).
While playback is in progress or on

2

standby, press the OPTION button
to display the OPTION menu, select
“Move File” or “File Copy,” and then
press the à button.

Press the Ă or è button to select the

3

desired destination storage.

Move File

Move to Built-In Memory

Move to SD Card

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Registering a function to the custom key (C1/C2)

By registering a frequently-used function
to the custom key (C1/C2), you can simply
press the custom button to quickly access the
function and display the setting screen.

Press and hold the BACK/HOME



button for  second or more to
display the HOME menu, select
“

Settings”  “Common Settings”
 “Custom Key Settings,” and then
press the à button.

The Custom Key Settings screen is
displayed.

Press the Ă or è button to select



“C:” or “C:,” and then press the
à button.

The functions you can assign to the
selected custom key are listed.

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Press the Ă or è button to select the



desired function, and press the à
button.

The selected function is assigned to the
custom key.
To quit the menu, press the BACK/HOME
button.

Hint

By default, the following functions are allocated to the
C1 and C2 buttons:
C1: LIMITER
C2: LCF(Low Cut)

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Changing the settings

Menu Item Settings (*: Default setting)

Recording
Settings

Recording Folder You can select the memory storage and the storage folder where

you store the files recorded using the linear PCM recorder (page

37).

Create Folder You can create a folder by selecting a memory storage (“Built-In

Memory” or “SD Card”) and a folder name from the template.

REC Mode You can set the recording mode in which the files are recorded.

• LPCM
You can select the sampling frequency and quantifying bit
number for recording.
192kHz/24bit

176.4kHz/24bit
96kHz/24bit
96kHz/16bit

88.2kHz/24bit

88.2kHz/16bit
48kHz/24bit
48kHz/16bit

44.1kHz/24bit

44.1kHz/16bit

• MP3
320kbps
128kbps

*

Hint

• The files recorded in LPCM (WAV) format are compatible with
the Broadcast Wave Format (BWF), thus have the time stamp
information that indicate the start of recording.

• Sampling frequency is a value that represents how many times an
analog signal is converted into a digital signal (A/D conversion) per
second. The larger the sampling frequency value, the better the
sound quality, but it also increases the volume of data. The sound
quality of 44.1 kHz is equivalent to that of a CD, 48 kHz is equivalent
to that of a DAT, and 96 kHz is equivalent to DVD Audio.

• Quantifying bit number is a value that represents the volume of
data for 1 second of audio. The larger the bit number, the larger the
volume of data and the better the sound quality.

Stereo/Monaural You can select “Stereo” or “Monaural (L)” in accordance with the

input sound for recording.

• Stereo*: The input sound is recorded in stereo.

• Monaural (L): The input sound is recorded in monaural.

Peak Hold You can select whether the maximum value of the input signals

(peak value) is maintained.
Auto*: The peak value will be reset periodically.
Manual: The peak value is maintained and displayed until you

stop recording or execute “Reset Peak Data.”

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Menu Item Settings (*: Default setting)

Recording
Settings

LCF(Low Cut) When the LCF(Low Cut) function is activated, audio under the

following frequencies is filtered and attenuated. This function
reduces noise caused by the flow of an air-conditioner, outdoor
air, etc.
OFF*: The LCF(Low Cut) function is disabled.
75 Hz: Audio under the 75 Hz frequency is attenuated.
150 Hz: Audio under the 150 Hz frequency is attenuated.

Note

If a device is connected to the XLR/TRS jack(s), and if the left, right,
or both the left and right XLR/TRS INPUT LEVEL switch(es) are set to
the “LINE” position, the LCF(Low Cut) function does not work.

Hint

The 75 Hz filter may slightly affect the recorded sound quality. If you
find that the setting is not effective enough, try “150Hz.”

LIMITER With two A/D converters for 1channel, the linear PCM recorder

always reserves audio signals that are 12 dB lower than audio
processed in the normal circuit in addition to the normal audio
signals. If an over-input occurs, recorded data from the point at
which the over-input starts is replaced and compensated. The
limiter prevents sound distortion using a limiter minus time
constant (not available for analog).

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Normal circuit

Limiter circuit
(–12dB)

You can set the time required for recovery from the influences of
the digital limiter circuit:
OFF*: The LIMITER function is disabled.
150 ms: The linear PCM recorder recovers within 150 milliseconds.
1 sec: The linear PCM recorder recovers within 1 second.
1 min: The linear PCM recorder recovers within 1 minute.

• The limiter circuit functions to keep the signal level below the
maximum input level. When a loud sound is input suddenly, the
excess part of the sound is automatically set within the range of the
maximum input level in order to prevent distortion.

• The limiter circuit of the linear PCM recorder does not compensate
for clipping when audio over 12 dB is input. In this case, sound may
be distorted.

Switched at once
when
over-input occurs

Optimal level is
set automatically

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Menu Item Settings (*: Default setting)

Recording
Settings

LIMITER

High S/N Mode With two A/D converters for 1channel, the linear PCM recorder

PRE REC You can buffer sound for approximately 5 seconds in the memory

Plug In Power When a plug-in power type microphone is connected to the

• When the setting is enabled, the peak value with the limiter circuit in
operation appears if the maximum peak value exceeds 0 dB.

• The recovery time represents the period when the linear PCM
recorder records sound at a volume 12 dB lower than the normal
circuit. In recordings where over-input occurs periodically, the
recording volume may be changed so frequently that it disturbs you.
If this occurs, try a longer recovery time setting.

Note

If a device is connected to the XLR/TRS jack(s), and if the left, right,
or both the left and right XLR/TRS INPUT LEVEL switch(es) are set to
the “LINE” position, the LIMITER function does not work.

always reserves audio signals that are 12 dB lower than audio
processed in the normal circuit in addition to the normal audio
signals. If an over-input occurs, recorded data from the point at
which the over-input starts is replaced and compensated.
Replacement is executed while maintaining the linearity of two
A/D converters of different levels, realizing a high S/N ratio.
Noise can be suppressed even with a low recording level.
ON: The High S/N Mode function is enabled.
OFF*: The High S/N Mode function is disabled.

Note

While the LIMITER function is active, the High S/N Mode function is
disabled.

when you press the ĆREC button and the linear PCM recorder is
in standby for recording mode. When you press the êREC PAUSE
(or the à) button to start recording, recording actually starts 5
seconds prior to the point where the button is pressed.
ON: The PRE REC (pre-recording) function is activated. When

you start recording, the recorder starts recording sound 5
seconds prior to the point where the button is pressed.

OFF*: The PRE REC (pre-recording) function is disabled. When

you start recording, recording starts at the point where
the button is pressed.

MIC IN/LINE IN jack on the linear PCM recorder, the linear PCM
recorder can supply power to the microphone. You can turn the
Plug In Power function on and off:
ON: The linear PCM recorder supplies power to the connected

plug-in power type microphone.

OFF*: The linear PCM recorder does not supply power to the

connected plug-in power type jack.

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Menu Item Settings (*: Default setting)

Recording
Settings

Playback
Settings

Cross-Memory REC When the built-in memory or the SD card currently being

used becomes full during recording, the linear PCM recorder
automatically switches its destination to the other memory
media and continues recording. You can enable or disable the
Cross-Memory REC function.
ON: The Cross-Memory REC function is enabled.
OFF*: The Cross-Memory REC function is disabled. When the

current memory media becomes full, the linear PCM
recorder stops recording.

Auto Track Marks You can specify whether to add track marks automatically during

recording.
OFF*
ON

• Interval: Select the interval (5min, 10min, 15min, or 30min) for
adding track marks.

• Time Stamps: Select whether to add the time stamp when
track marks are automatically added.

Equalizer You can set your desired sound quality (page 48).

ON: Enables the Equalizer function.
OFF*: Disables the Equalizer function.
Custom: You can define sound levels in 5 frequency bands.

Key Change You can adjust the playback sound to higher or lower semitones,

in 13 steps:
(by a decrement of a half step) (page 48).

Easy Search By setting the forward or backward skip time interval, you can

quickly locate the point at which you wish to start playback.
ON: You can skip forward or backward by the specified skip

OFF*: The Easy Search function is disabled. When you press the

Set Skip Time: Sets the time to go forward or backward in easy

• Forward Skip Time: Sets the time to skip forward when you
press the Ñ button. (5sec, 10sec*,30sec, 1min, 5min, or

• Reverse Skip Time: Sets the time to skip backwards when you
press the à button. (1sec, 3sec*, 5sec, 10sec, 30sec, 1min,
5min, or 10min)

1 to 6 (by an increment of a half step), 0*, 1 to 6

time by pressing the Ñ or à button while playback is
in progress.

à or Ñ button, the linear PCM recorder will move to
the next or previous file.

searching.

10min)

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Menu Item Settings (*: Default setting)

Playback
Settings

Common
Settings

Play Mode You can select the Play Mode setting, such as shuffle playback or

repeat playback, according to your purpose.
Normal*: Plays the files in the specified range one by one.
Repeat: Plays the files in the specified range repeatedly.
1 File Play: Plays the current file to the end and stops.
1 File Repeat: Plays the current file repeatedly.
Shuffle: Plays the files in the specified range at random.
Shuffle Repeat: Plays the files in the specified range repeatedly

at random.

Playback Range You can select a file search category (“Latest Recording,” “Search

by REC Date,” “Folders”) to search “
specify the playback range for the list of search results.
All Range: Plays all files in the results of searching

“

Selected Range*: Plays all files that are contained in the

folder (recording date, artist name, album
title, etc.), including the current playing file.

LED

Backlight You can select a period of time to turn on and off the backlight of

Beep You can turn the operation beep sound on or off.

The peak level indicators, ĆREC indicator, and êREC PAUSE
indicator light up or flash to represent the operational status of
the recorder.
ON*: The indicators light up or flash.
OFF: The indicators do not light up or flash.

the display window.
Only by LIGHT Key: The backlight lights or goes out only when

you press the LIGHT button.

20sec*: The backlight lights for 20 seconds when you

operate the linear PCM recorder.

1min: The backlight lights for 1minute when you

operate the linear PCM recorder.
Always-ON: The backlight stays lit.
When “Always-ON” is selected, the battery quickly runs out of
power.
When “Always-ON” is selected, the backlight still goes out in
order to save battery power if you leave the linear PCM recorder
unused for 1minute while playback or recording is on standby.

ON*: A beep sounds.
OFF: No beep sounds.

Recorded Files” for files and

Recorded Files.”

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Menu Item Settings (*: Default setting)

Common
Settings

Language You may select the language to display the contents on the

display window.
English: The contents are displayed in English.
䪎ṡᴺ㒕: The contents are displayed in Simplified Chinese.
⧓㹖Ֆᚲ: The contents are displayed in Traditional Chinese.

Note

The number of language options you can select and their default
settings differ depending on the country or region of your purchase.

Date&Time You can set the following.

Set Date/Time: Set the current date and time (page 21).
Date Display Format: Specify the date display format by selecting
one of the following:

• YYYY/MM/DD

• MM/DD/YYYY

• DD/MM/YYYY
Time Display: Specify the time display format by selecting either
of the following:

• 12-Hour: 12:00AM = midnight, 12:00PM = noon

• 24-Hour: 00:00 = midnight, 12:00 = noon

Note

The default setting differs depending on the country or region you
purchased your linear PCM recorder.

Auto Standby You can disable the Auto Standby function or select a period of

time before the linear PCM recorder turns off the display window
and enters low-power consumption mode if it is left unused.
OFF: The Auto Standby function is disabled.
5min: The linear PCM recorder enters low-power consumption

mode in 5 minutes.

10min: The linear PCM recorder enters low-power consumption

mode in 10 minutes.

30min*: The linear PCM recorder enters low-power consumption

mode in 30 minutes.

60min: The linear PCM recorder enters low-power consumption

mode in 60 minutes.

Battery Setting For optimum operations, you can select the type of batteries you

are using for the linear PCM recorder.
Alkaline Battery*: Select this option if using alkaline batteries.
NiMH Battery: Select this option if using rechargeable NiMH

batteries.

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Changing the settings (continued)

Menu Item Settings (*: Default setting)

Common
Settings

Custom Key Settings By registering frequently-used functions to the C1 and C2

buttons, you can quickly access these functions and display the
setting screen just pressing the C1 or C2 button (page 63). By
default, the following functions are allocated to the C1 and C2
buttons:
C1: LIMITER*
C2: LCF(Low Cut)*
To the C1 and C2 buttons, you can allocate the following
functions:

• Recording Folder

• Create Folder

• REC Mode

• Stereo/Monaural

• Peak Hold

• Reset Peak Data

• LCF(Low Cut)

• LIMITER

• High S/N Mode

• PRE REC

• Equalizer

• Key Change

• Easy Search

• Play Mode

• Playback Range

• Protect

• Delete

• File Information

Reset/Format Reset All Settings: Restore the default settings for the

Format Built-In Memory: Erase all the data stored on the built-in

Format SD Card: Erase all the data stored on the SD card

Note

• The Date&Time and Language settings remain after you restore the

default settings with the Reset All Settings function.

• Do not use a computer to format the SD card that you intend to use

with the linear PCM recorder.

• If you format the built-in memory or the SD card, all data stored

there will be erased. (Protected files are also erased.) Note that once
the files are deleted, you cannot retrieve them.

menu items.

memory and restores the folders in the
default structure.

and restores the folders in the default
structure.

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Menu Item Settings (*: Default setting)

Common
Settings

Available Rec. Time Indicates the remaining recordable time in the current recording

mode and the remaining capacity of the built-in memory and the
SD card.

System Information You can check the system information, such as the linear PCM

recorder model name and the version number of the software.

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Using the linear PCM recorder with your
computer

When the linear PCM recorder is connected to
your computer, you can transfer data between
them.

Copying files from the linear PCM recorder
to your computer to store them

Copying files from your computer to the
linear PCM recorder to play them

Using the linear PCM recorder as USB
memory

You can save image data or text data from
the computer temporarily in the linear PCM
recorder. For details, see the Help Guide.

Editing files using the SOUND FORGE Audio
Studio 12 software

The SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 12 software
allows you to transfer the files that you have
recorded using the linear PCM recorder to
your computer to edit them. You can also
transfer files stored on your computer to the
linear PCM recorder. For instructions on using
SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 12, refer to the
Help guide of the application.

System requirements for your computer

For details on the system requirements for
your computer, see page 92, or refer to
“SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 12 Installation
Guide” (supplied separately).

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Connecting the linear PCM recorder to your
computer

To exchange files between the linear PCM
recorder and your computer, connect the
linear PCM recorder to the computer.

Connect the USB connector of the



linear PCM recorder with the USB
port of a running computer using
the supplied USB cable.

Computer (commercially
available)

To a USB port

To the USB
Type-C™
connector

USB cable (supplied)

Make sure the linear PCM recorder



has been recognized properly.

On the Windows screen, open “Computer”
or “PC,” and make sure that
“PCMRECORDER” or “MEMORY CARD” has
been recognized.
On the Mac screen, make sure that a
“PCMRECORDER” or “MEMORY CARD” drive
is displayed on the Finder.

The linear PCM recorder is recognized by the
computer as soon as the connection is made,
and then you can exchange files between the
linear PCM recorder and the computer.
While the linear PCM recorder is connected to
the computer, “Connecting” is displayed on
the display window of the linear PCM recorder.
You cannot charge the rechargeable batteries
in the linear PCM recorder from the connected
computer.

To disconnect the linear PCM recorder
from your computer

Follow the procedures below; otherwise, when
the linear PCM recorder contains data files, the
files may be damaged.

1 Perform the following operation on your

computer.

Windows:

On the Windows taskbar at the bottom
right of the desktop, click the
then click “Eject PCMRECORDER.”

Mac:

On a Mac screen, click the removal icon of
the “PCMRECORDER” that appears on the
sidebar of the Finder.
The icon and menu displayed can be
different on different operating systems.

2 Make sure that “Accessing” is not

displayed on the display window.

3 Disconnect the linear PCM recorder from

the USB port of the computer.

icon, and

Editing

For details on disconnecting the linear PCM
recorder from the computer, refer to the
operating instructions supplied with your
computer.

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Troubleshooting

If you experience trouble with your linear PCM recorder, try the following solutions.

Turn off the linear PCM recorder completely by removing the batteries and then

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turn it on again. Or use the linear PCM recorder to initialize the built-in memory
or the memory card. (Note that initializing will delete all data in the memory or in
the memory card.)

Read through the symptoms and solutions on page  to  to check your

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recorder.

Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your

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nearest Sony dealer.

Please access the following support home page to get the support information about your linear
PCM recorder:
For customers in Europe: https://www.sony.eu/DNA
For customers in the U.S.A.: https://www.sony.com/recordersupport
For customers in Canada: https://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport
For customers in Latin America: https://www.sony-latin.com/index.crp
For customers in other countries/regions: https://www.sony-asia.com/support

Note that recorded files may be deleted during service or repair work.

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Finding out causes/solutions from symptoms

Noise

Symptom Cause/Solution

Noise is heard. • An object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally rubbed or

scratched the linear PCM recorder during recording with the
built-in microphones so that noise was recorded.

• Noise may occur if many small-sized files are recorded in
the current memory. Save the files on the hard disk of your
computer, and then format the memory (page 70).

• The linear PCM recorder was placed near an AC source, a
fluorescent lamp, or a mobile phone during recording or
playback. Move the linear PCM recorder away from them.

• Noise may occur if the plug of the connected external
microphone was dirty when recording. Clean the plug.
For details on how to clean the external microphone, refer to
the operating instructions supplied with it.

• Noise may occur if the plug for the headphones or earphones
through which you are listening is dirty. Clean the plug.
For details on how to clean the external microphone, refer to
the operating instructions supplied with it.

The sound picked up is distorted. • The MIC/LINE INPUT LEVEL switch or the XLR/TRS INPUT LEVEL

switch is in the wrong position. Set it to the position that
corresponds to the sound source and connections (pages 38,
39, 41).

• Adjust the recording level to an appropriate range (page 32).

• If the sound source becomes too loud when using the built-in
microphones or an external microphone to record, try one of
the following.

– Adjust the recording volume level by turning the REC LEVEL

dial (page 32).
– Slide the MIC ATT switch to “20” (page 40).
– Move the microphone away from the sound source.

• The sound source has parts that are too loud. Enable “LIMITER”
on the menu (page 29).

Howling noises (acoustic feedback)
occur during recording.

• If you place the headphones extremely close to the built­in microphones while monitoring the ongoing recording,
howling noises (acoustic feedback) may occur. Turn down the
headphone volume or move the headphones away from the
built-in microphones.

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Finding out causes/solutions from symptoms (continued)

Recording

Symptom Cause/Solution

You cannot start recording. • The MIC/LINE INPUT LEVEL switch or the XLR/TRS INPUT

LEVEL switch is in the wrong position. When using the built-in
microphones or an external microphone for recording, slide the
switch to “MIC.” When using the connected external device for
recording, slide the switch to “LINE” (pages 38, 39, 41).

• If a recording starts and no playback sounds are heard, the
recording volume may be too low. Turn the REC LEVEL dial to
adjust the volume.

Music.”

You cannot record files up to the
maximum recordable time stated on
page 88.

• You cannot record in folders managed under “

• The memory is full, or the maximum number of files (199
files) has already been recorded. You cannot record any more
files. Select another folder (page 37) or delete some of the
files (page 56). Or store the files on the hard disk of your
computer, and then delete them from the linear PCM recorder.
You can also use an SD card with sufficient capacity (page 36).

• The write-protect switch of the SD card is placed in the “LOCK”
position. Release the write-protect setting.

• Check the “Plug In Power” setting of the menu if using the
external microphone connected to the MIC IN/LINE IN jack
(page 66).

• If you are using a phantom power compatible microphone
that is connected to one of the XLR/TRS jacks, first connect the
microphone, and then slide the phantom power switch to “ON.”

• If there are other formatted data (for example, images) saved in
the memory, you cannot record files up to the maximum.

• The SD card has a minimum size unit for a single recorded file. If
a large number of files are recorded, the actual recordable time
may be shorter than the stated maximum recordable time due
to differences in the unit and actual file sizes.

• The maximum recordable time stated on page 88 is
estimated. It varies depending on the number of files.

• Due to the above reasons, the sum of the total recorded time
indicated by the counter (elapsed time) and the remaining
recordable time may be shorter than the maximum recordable
time.

• Even when “Memory Full” appears and the linear PCM recorder
stops recording, the linear PCM recorder has an extra memory
space for editing. This is not a malfunction of the linear PCM
recorder.

• When the size of a single recorded file reaches the maximum
size limit (4 GB for an LPCM file, and 1 GB for an MP3 file),
the subsequent recording is saved in a new file due to the
specifications of the linear PCM recorder.

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Symptom Cause/Solution

The SD card is not recognized. • Since the SD card may contain image data or other files, the

memory required for creating initial folders is insufficient.
Use a tool, such as Windows Explorer or Mac Finder, to delete
unnecessary files or initialize the SD card on the linear PCM
recorder.

• Select “Recording Folder” and then select “SD Card” on the
Memory Selection screen (page 37).

Power

Symptom Cause/Solution

The linear PCM recorder does not
turn on or operate.

• The batteries have been inserted with the È/¾ facing in the
incorrect direction. Reinsert them correctly (page 19).

• The batteries have run out. Replace them with new ones (page

19).

• The buttons are locked with the HOLD switch. Slide the HOLD
switch to “OFF” (page 26).

• The POWER switch is placed in the “OFF” position. Slide it to
“ON.”

Playback

Symptom Cause/Solution

No sound comes out from the built­in speaker.

No sound comes out from the
connected headphones.

No sound comes out from the
connected Bluetooth audio device.

Sound comes out from the built-in
speaker even when headphones are
plugged in.

Playback speed is too fast or too
slow.

• A device is connected to the headphones or LINE OUT jack.
Remove the headphones.

• While the linear PCM recorder is connected with a Bluetooth
audio device, no sound comes out from the built-in speaker.
Disconnect the Bluetooth connection (page 51).

• While the linear PCM recorder is connected with a Bluetooth
audio device, no sound comes out from the connected
headphones.
Disconnect the Bluetooth connection (page 51).

• While an external device is connected to the LINE OUT jack,
no sound comes out from the audio device via a Bluetooth
connection. Unplug the device from the LINE OUT jack.

• If you plug in the headphones not securely during playback,
the sound may come out from the speaker. Unplug the
headphones, and then plug them back securely.

• “DPC(Speed Control)” on the menu is effective and the linear
PCM recorder plays at the specified playback speed. Set
“DPC(Speed Control)” to “OFF,” or adjust the playback speed
appropriately.

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Finding out causes/solutions from symptoms (continued)

Symptom Cause/Solution

A file cannot be played back. • Files other than those the linear PCM recorder supports may not

be played back. For details, see the specifications (page 85).

Editing

Symptom Cause/Solution

You cannot delete a file. • The inserted SD card is write-protected. Release the write-

protect setting.

• When you use a Windows computer, the file or the folder
containing the file is set to “Read-only” on the computer.
Display the file or the folder using Windows Explorer and
remove the check for “Read-only” under “Properties.”

• When you use a Mac computer, the file or the folder containing
the file is set to “Locked” on the computer. Display the file or the
folder on Mac Finder and remove the check for “Locked” under
“GetInfo” of “File.”

• The remaining battery power is insufficient. Replace the
batteries with new ones (page 19).

• The file is protected. Reset the protection setting.

You cannot divide a file. • You need a certain amount of free space in the memory to

divide a file.

• 199 files have been recorded in the selected folder. Delete some
of the files or select another folder.

• Because of the system limitations, you may not be able to
divide a file at the very beginning or at the very end of the file.

• You cannot divide files other than those recorded using the
linear PCM recorder (e.g., a file transferred from a computer).

• You cannot divide a protected file. To divide the file, release the
protection first.

You cannot move a file. • You cannot move a protected file. To move the file, release the

protection first.

• You cannot move or copy the files managed under “

Music.”

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Indications

Symptom Cause/Solution

The peak level indicators or the
ĆREC / êREC PAUSE indicator does
not light/flash.

“--y--m--d --:--” is displayed as the
recorded date.

There are fewer menu items on the
OPTION menu.

A character in a folder or file
name is displayed in unreadable
characters.

The “Please Wait” message does not
disappear.

• The “LED” item in the “Common Settings” menu is set to “OFF.”
Display the menu and set it to “ON” (page 68).

• The file may have been recorded by a model other than
PCM-D10. The date and time recording format varies depending
on the model.

• Some menu items are not displayed during playback or
recording.

• The linear PCM recorder cannot support or display some special
characters and symbols that are entered on a computer using
Windows Explorer or Mac Finder.

• If the linear PCM recorder is required to process a large amount
of data, the message may be displayed for an extended period
of time. This is not a malfunction of the linear PCM recorder.
Wait until the message disappears. In this case, do not remove
the batteries.

Files

Symptom Cause/Solution

The file transferred from your
computer is not displayed or cannot
be played back.

• The linear PCM recorder can recognize up to 8 levels of folders.

• The files other than those the linear PCM recorder supports
may not be displayed. Check the compatible file formats (page

85).

Troubleshooting

Computer

Symptom Cause/Solution

The linear PCM recorder is not
recognized by your computer. A
folder/file cannot be transferred
from your computer.

• Disconnect the linear PCM recorder from your computer and
reconnect it.

• Operation is not guaranteed if you use any system environment
other than those that the linear PCM recorder support.

• Depending on the USB port position, the linear PCM recorder
may not be recognized. If this happens, try another port.

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Finding out causes/solutions from symptoms (continued)

Bluetooth audio device

Symptom Cause/Solution

You cannot make device registration
(pairing) between the linear PCM
recorder and a Bluetooth audio
device.

You cannot establish a Bluetooth
connection.

• The linear PCM recorder and the Bluetooth audio device are too
apart from each other. Bring them closer (within 1 m (3 ft) from
each other) and try it once again.

• The linear PCM recorder and the Bluetooth audio device are
turned off. Turn on the linear PCM recorder and the Bluetooth
audio device, and then make sure that the Bluetooth function
is turned on.

• The battery of the linear PCM recorder is running low or almost
out of power. Replace the batteries with new ones.

• The device registration (pairing) information is cleared in the
following cases. You need to register (pair) the device with your
linear PCM recorder once again.

– The settings on either or both devices are reset to the default

settings, for example, due to initialization.

– The device registration (pairing) information is deleted, for

example, during the course of a repair service.
If the device registration (pairing) is deleted from the linear PCM
recorder but the Bluetooth audio device still has the device
registration (pairing) information of the linear PCM recorder,
delete the information and make device registration (pairing)
once again.

• The linear PCM recorder and the Bluetooth audio device are
too apart from each other. When the linear PCM recorder and
the Bluetooth audio device are separated by a long distance,
an attempt to establish a Bluetooth connection may fail or the
established Bluetooth connection may be disconnected. Use
them in a close vicinity.

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Symptom Cause/Solution

You cannot establish a Bluetooth
connection with the one-touch
operation (NFC connection).

You cannot change the volume
of the connected Bluetooth audio
device from the linear PCM recorder.

• The linear PCM recorder is turned off. Make sure that the linear
PCM recorder is turned on.

• The NFC function of your linear PCM recorder is turned off.
While playback is on standby, select “
Settings” from the HOME menu (page 22) and make sure that
“ON” is selected.

• The NFC function of the Bluetooth audio device is turned off.
Depending on the Bluetooth audio device, you need to turn on
the NFC function or the power. For detailed instructions, refer to
the manual supplied with the Bluetooth audio device.

• While a recording process is in progress (the linear PCM recorder
is in the recording, paused during recording, or standby for
recording mode), you cannot establish a connection with the
one-touch operation. Before establishing the connection, make
sure that recording is on standby.

• While “Audio Device Only” or “REC Remote Only” is selected
for “Advanced,” you cannot establish an NFC connection with
the device that is not selected. If this is the cause of the issue,
select “Auto(Preferred).” To view the Advanced setting, select

Bluetooth”  “NFC Settings”  “Advanced” from the HOME

“
menu (page 22).

• Depending on the connected Bluetooth audio device, you
cannot change the volume of the device from the linear PCM
recorder.

• Some Bluetooth audio devices do not support volume
operations in Standard mode. Disconnect the Bluetooth
connection. Select “
Control”  “Enhanced Mode” from the HOME menu (page 22)
on the linear PCM recorder, establish a Bluetooth connection
with the device, and then change the volume.

Bluetooth”  “NFC

Troubleshooting

Bluetooth”  “Audio Device”  “Volume

REC Remote

Symptom Cause/Solution

You cannot make device registration
(pairing) between the linear PCM
recorder and a smartphone.

• The linear PCM recorder and the smartphone are too apart from
each other. Bring them closer (within 1m (3ft) from each other)
and try it once again.

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Finding out causes/solutions from symptoms (continued)

Symptom Cause/Solution

You cannot establish a Bluetooth
connection.

You cannot establish a Bluetooth
connection with the one-touch
operation (NFC connection).

• The linear PCM recorder and the smartphone are turned off.
Turn on the linear PCM recorder and the smartphone, and then
make sure that the Bluetooth function is turned on.

• The battery of the linear PCM recorder is running low or almost
out of power. Replace the batteries with new ones.

• The device registration (pairing) information is cleared in the
following cases. You need to register (pair) the device with your
linear PCM recorder once again.

– The settings on either or both devices are reset to the default

settings, for example, due to initialization.

– The device registration (pairing) information is deleted, for

example, during the course of a repair service.
If the device registration (pairing) is deleted from the linear PCM
recorder but the Bluetooth audio device still has the device
registration (pairing) information of the linear PCM recorder,
delete the information and make device registration (pairing)
once again.

• The linear PCM recorder and the smartphone are too apart from
each other. When the linear PCM recorder and the smartphone
are separated by a long distance, an attempt to establish a
Bluetooth connection may fail or the established Bluetooth
connection may be disconnected. Use them in a close vicinity.

• The linear PCM recorder is turned off. Make sure that the linear
PCM recorder is turned on.

• The NFC function of your linear PCM recorder is turned off.
While playback is on standby, select “
Settings” from the HOME menu (page 22) and make sure that
“ON” is selected.

• Unlock the smartphone screen.

• The NFC function of the smartphone is turned off. Depending
on the smartphone, you need to turn on the NFC function or
the smartphone. For detailed instructions, refer to the manual
supplied with the smartphone.

• While a recording process is in progress (the linear PCM recorder
is in the recording, paused during recording, or standby for
recording mode), you cannot establish a connection with the
one-touch operation. Before establishing the connection, make
sure that recording is on standby.

• While “Audio Device Only” or “REC Remote Only” is selected
for “Advanced,” you cannot establish an NFC connection with
the device that is not selected. If this is the cause of the issue,
select “Auto(Preferred).” To view the Advanced setting, select

Bluetooth”  “NFC Settings”  “Advanced” from the HOME

“
menu (page 22).

Bluetooth”  “NFC

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System limitations

There are some system limitations of the linear PCM recorder. The issues described below are not
malfunctions of the linear PCM recorder.

Symptom Cause/Solution

You cannot record files up to
the maximum recordable time.

You cannot display or play back
music files in order.

A file is divided automatically. The file being recorded has reached the maximum size limit (4 GB for

You cannot enter lowercase
characters.

Unreadable characters or “ÿ”
are displayed in a folder name,
a folder name, file name, artist
name, or title.

When you set A-B repeat
playback, the set positions
move a little.

The remaining recordable time
becomes shorter when you
divide a file.

If a mixture of recording modes are used for recording, the maximum
recordable time depends on which recording modes are used
because the maximum recordable time varies among recording
modes. Therefore, the sum of the total recorded time indicated by the
counter (elapsed time) and the remaining recordable time may be
shorter than the maximum recordable time.

If you have transferred music files using your computer, those files are
sorted by the track number of meta-data or by the filename.

an LPCM file, and 1 GB for an MP3 file). Therefore, it is automatically
divided.

Depending on the combination of characters used for the name of
a folder made on your computer, the characters may change to all
capitals.

A character which cannot be displayed on the linear PCM recorder has
been used. The linear PCM recorder cannot support or display some
special characters and symbols that can be entered using Windows
Explorer or Mac Finder.

Depending on the files, the set positions may move.

You need a certain amount of free space for a file management
area to divide a file. Therefore, the remaining recordable time will be
shortened.

Troubleshooting

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Customer support websites and Help Guide

Customer support websites

Please access the following support websites to get the support information about your linear PCM
recorder:

For customers in Europe:

https://www.sony.eu/DNA

For customers in Latin America:

https://www.sony-latin.com/index.crp

For customers in the U.S.A.:

https://www.sony.com/recordersupport

For customers in Canada:

https://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport

For customers in other countries/regions:

https://www.sony-asia.com/support

Note that recorded files may be deleted during service or repair services.

Refer to the Help Guide

You can access the Help Guide at the following address:
http://rd1.sony.net/help/icd/pcmd10/h_zz/

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Specifications

Technical specifications

Capacity *1*
(User available capacity)

Maximum number of files
(for a folder)

Maximum number of files 5,000 files (including folders)

Frequency range

File formats compatible
for playback

2

16 GB
(Approx. 12.80 GB = 13,743,895,347 Byte)

199 files

• LPCM 192 kHz/24 bit: 20 Hz - 45,000 Hz

• LPCM 176.4 kHz/24 bit: 20 Hz - 45,000 Hz

• LPCM 96 kHz/24 bit: 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz

• LPCM 96 kHz/16 bit: 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz

• LPCM 88.2 kHz/24 bit: 20 Hz - 38,000 Hz

• LPCM 88.2 kHz/16 bit: 20 Hz - 38,000 Hz

• LPCM 48 kHz/24 bit: 20 Hz - 22,000 Hz

• LPCM 48 kHz/16 bit: 20 Hz - 22,000 Hz

• LPCM 44.1 kHz/24 bit: 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz

• LPCM 44.1 kHz/16 bit: 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz

• MP3 320 kbps: 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz

• MP3 128 kbps: 20 Hz - 16,000 Hz

3*4

• MP3 *

• Bit rate: 32 kbps - 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))

• Sampling frequencies: 16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 kHz

• File extension: .mp3

3*5

• WMA *

• Bit rate: 32 kbps - 192 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))

• Sampling frequencies: 44.1 kHz

• File extension: .wma
AAC-LC *³*

• Bit rate: 16 kbps - 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))

• Sampling frequencies: 11.025/12/16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 kHz

• File extension: .m4a
LPCM *³

• Quantization bit rate: 24 bit

• Sampling frequencies: 192/176.4/96/88.2/48/44.1 kHz

• File extension: .wav
LPCM *³

• Quantization bit rate: 16 bit

• Sampling frequencies: 192/176.4/96/88.2/48/44.1/22.05 kHz

• File extension: .wav
FLAC *³

• Quantization bit rate: 24 bit

• Sampling frequencies: 192/176.4/96/88.2/48/44.1 kHz

• File extension: .flac

Additional Information

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Specifications (continued)

FLAC*³

File formats compatible for
playback

Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N)
(Input from the MIC/LINE
jack, output from LINE
OUT jack when recording/
playing back)

Total harmonic distortion
(Input from the MIC/LINE
jack, output from LINE
OUT jack when recording/
playing back)

Maximum sound pressure
(built-in microphones)

Intrinsic noise (built-in
microphones)

Bluetooth

Built-in speaker Approx. 16 mm (0.63 in.) dia.

Input/output

• Quantization bit rate: 16 bit

• Sampling frequencies: 192/176.4/96/88.2/48/44.1/22.05 kHz

• File extension: .flac

• When “High S/N Mode” is disabled: 96 dB or above

• When “High S/N Mode” is enabled: 100 dB or above

0.006% or below (1 kHz, 22 kHz LPF)

128 dBSPL

19 dBSPL(A) or below

• Communication method: Bluetooth Standard version 4.0

• Maximum communication range *

• Frequency band: 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz - 2.4835 GHz)

• Modulation method: FHSS

• Compatible Bluetooth profiles*
SPP 1.2 (Serial Port Profile)
A2DP 1.3 (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
AVRCP 1.3 (Audio Video Remote Control Profile)

• Maximum number of devices that can be registered: 8 (total number of the
device with REC Remote installed and audio devices)

9

• Supported Codec *

: SBC (Subband Codec)

• MIC IN/LINE IN jack (stereo mini-jack)
Input impedance: approx. 22 k
Rated input level: approx. 2.5 mV
Minimum input level: approx. 0.7 mV

• XLR/TRS jack(s)
Input impedance: approx. 22 k
Rated input level: approx. 2.5 mV
Minimum input level: approx. 0.7 mV

• Headphone jack (stereo mini-jack)
Rated output level: approx. 400 mV
Maximum output level: approx. 25 mV + 25 mV or above
Recommended load impedance: approx. 16 

7

: approx. 10 m (33 ft) (line of sight range)

8

:

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• LINE OUT jack (stereo mini-jack)
Output impedance: approx. 220 

Input/output

Rated output level: approx. 1.7 V
Recommended load impedance: approx. 22 k

• USB connector (USB Type-C™, Hi-speed USB compatible)

• Card slot: SD card slot

• 1.00 times - 0.25 times:
FLAC files with the sampling frequency at 88.2 kHz or above

Playback speed control
(DPC)

• 2.00 times - 0.25 times:
LPCM files with the sampling frequency at 88.2 kHz or above, FLAC files
with the sampling frequency below 88 kHz

• 3.00 times - 0.25 times: other than the above

Maximum power output 200 mW

Four size-AA alkaline batteries (supplied): 6 V DC

Power requirements

Four nickel metal hydride rechargeable batteries NH-AA (not supplied):

4.8 V DC

Operating temperature: 5 °C - 35 °C (41 °F - 95 °F)

Ambient conditions

Operating humidity: 25 % - 75 %
Storage temperature: -10 °C - +45 °C (14 °F - 113 °F)
Storage humidity: 25 % - 75 %

Dimensions (not including
projecting parts and
controls)

Approx. 80.0 mm x 197.0 mm x 37.0 mm (3.15 x 7.76 x 1.46 inches)
(Width/Height/Depth)

Mass Approx. 470 g (16.58 oz) (including batteries)
Supplied accessories See page 18

*1 A small amount of the built-in memory is used for file management and therefore not available for user storage.

2

Applies when the built-in memory is formatted by the linear PCM recorder.

*

3

Not all encoders are supported.

*

4

Playback of the MP3 files recorded by the linear PCM recorder is also supported.

*

5

WMA Ver.9 is compatible, however, MBR (Multi Bit Rate), Lossless, Professional, and Voice are not supported.

*

6

Copyright-protected files are not available for playback.

*

7

Varies depending on the communication conditions.

*

8

A Bluetooth profile is a specification that standardizes features of individual characteristics of the Bluetooth

*

device.

9

Audio compression conversion method

*

Additional Information

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Maximum recordable time*

The total maximum recordable time of all the folders is as follows.

REC Mode Built-in memory

LPCM 192kHz/24bit (STEREO) 3 hours 15 minutes

LPCM 176.4kHz/24bit (STEREO) 3 hours 35 minutes

LPCM 96kHz/24bit (STEREO) 6 hours 35 minutes

LPCM 96kHz/16bit (STEREO) 9 hours 55 minutes

LPCM 88.2kHz/24bit (STEREO) 7 hours 10 minutes

LPCM 88.2kHz/16bit (STEREO) 10 hours 45 minutes

LPCM 48kHz/24bit (STEREO) 13 hours 15 minutes

LPCM 48kHz/16bit (STEREO) 19 hours 50 minutes

LPCM 44.1kHz/24bit (STEREO) 14 hours 25 minutes

LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit (STEREO) 21 hours 35 minutes

MP3 320 kbps (STEREO) 95 hours 25 minutes

MP3 128 kbps (STEREO) 238 hours

REC Mode Memory card

16 GB 32 GB 64 GB 128 GB 256 GB

LPCM 192kHz/24bit
(STEREO)

LPCM 176.4kHz/24bit
(STEREO)

LPCM 96kHz/24bit
(STEREO)

LPCM 96kHz/16bit
(STEREO)

LPCM 88.2kHz/24bit
(STEREO)

LPCM 88.2kHz/16bit
(STEREO)

LPCM 48kHz/24bit
(STEREO)

LPCM 48kHz/16bit
(STEREO)

3hours
40minutes

4hours 8hours

7hours
25minutes

11hours
10minutes

8hours
5minutes

12hours
10minutes

14hours
50minutes

22hours
20minutes

7hours
25minutes

5minutes

14hours
50minutes

22hours
20minutes

16hours
10minutes

24hours
20minutes

29hours
45minutes

44hours
40minutes

14hours
50minutes

16hours
10minutes

29hours
45minutes

44hours
40minutes

32hours
25minutes

48hours
40minutes

59hours
35minutes

89hours
25minutes

88

29hours
45minutes

32hours
25minutes

59hours
35minutes

89hours
25minutes

64hours
55minutes

97hours
20minutes

119hours 238hours

178hours 357hours

59hours
35minutes

64hours
55minutes

119hours

178hours

129hours

194hours

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REC Mode Memory card

16 GB 32 GB 64 GB 128 GB 256 GB

LPCM 44.1kHz/24bit
(STEREO)

LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit
(STEREO)

MP3 320 kbps
(STEREO)

MP3 128 kbps
(STEREO)

* The maximum recordable time in this topic is provided for your reference only, and may differ depending on the

card specifications.

Maximum recordable time per file*1 *

16hours
10minutes

24hours
20minutes

107hours 214hours 429hours 858hours 1,717hours

268hours 536hours 1,073hours 2,147hours 4,294hours

32hours
25minutes

48hours
40minutes

2

64hours
55minutes

97hours
20minutes

124hours 259hours

194hours 389hours

The maximum recordable times provided here are all approximate.

REC Mode Built-in memory

LPCM 192kHz/24bit (STEREO) 1 hour

LPCM 96kHz/24bit (STEREO) 2 hours

LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit (STEREO) 6 hours 45 minutes

MP3 320 kbps (STEREO) 7 hours 25 minutes

MP3 128 kbps (STEREO) 18 hours 30 minutes

*1 The maximum recordable time in this topic is provided for your reference only, and may differ depending on the

card specifications.

2

*

If the file size reaches the maximum limit (4 GB for an LPCM file, and 1 GB for an MP3 file) during recording, the

file will be divided.

Additional Information

The maximum playback time of a music file/number of files *

Bit rate Playback time Number of files

128 kbps 238 hours 3,570 files

256 kbps 119 hours 1,785 files

* In the case where MP3 files of 4 minutes each are transferred to the linear PCM recorder.

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Specifications (continued)

Battery life

When using alkaline batteries (Continuous using of Sony alkaline battery LR6(SG)) *

The battery’s life spans provided here are all approximate.

REC Mode

LPCM
192kHz/24bit
(STEREO)

LPCM
96kHz/24bit
(STEREO)

LPCM
48kHz/24bit
(STEREO)

LPCM
48kHz/16bit
(STEREO)

LPCM

44.1kHz/24bit
(STEREO)

LPCM

44.1kHz/16bit
(STEREO)

MP3 320kbps
(STEREO)

MP3 128kbps
(STEREO)

Recording

Recording

while
monitoring

18hours 24hours 5hours 5hours 15hours 15hours 17hours 17hours

19hours 26hours 5hours 5hours 18hours 18hours 17hours 17hours

21hours 29hours 5hours 5hours 21hours 21hours 19hours 19hours

21hours 29hours 5hours 5hours 21hours 21hours 19hours 19hours

21hours 29hours 5hours 5hours 21hours 21hours 19hours 19hours

21hours 29hours 5hours 5hours 21hours 21hours 19hours 19hours

21hours 29hours 5hours 5hours 21hours 21hours 19hours 19hours

21hours 29hours 5hours 5hours 21hours 21hours 19hours 19hours

not while
monitoring

(Phantom power for

XLR microphone: ON)

while
monitoring

not while
monitoring

Playback

built-in

through

speakers

Playback

with

headphones

Recording

with REC

Remote

Playback

via the

Bluetooth

connection

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When using nickel metal hydride rechargeable batteries (Continuous using of Sony nickel
metal hydride rechargeable battery NH-AA 1000 mAh) (not supplied) *

The battery’s life spans provided here are all approximate.

REC Mode

LPCM
192kHz/24bit
(STEREO)

LPCM
96kHz/24bit
(STEREO)

LPCM
48kHz/24bit
(STEREO)

LPCM
48kHz/16bit
(STEREO)

LPCM

44.1kHz/24bit
(STEREO)

LPCM

44.1kHz/16bit
(STEREO)

MP3 320kbps
(STEREO)

MP3 128kbps
(STEREO)

Recording

Recording

while
monitoring

15hours 19hours 3hours 4hours 14hours 14hours 13hours 13hours

16hours 20hours 3hours 4hours 16hours 16hours 13hours 13hours

17hours 23hours 3hours 4hours 18hours 18hours 15hours 15hours

17hours 23hours 3hours 4hours 18hours 18hours 15hours 15hours

17hours 23hours 3hours 4hours 18hours 18hours 15hours 15hours

17hours 23hours 3hours 4hours 18hours 18hours 15hours 15hours

17hours 23hours 3hours 4hours 18hours 18hours 15hours 15hours

17hours 23hours 3hours 4hours 18hours 18hours 15hours 15hours

not while
monitoring

(Phantom power for
XLR microphone: ON)

while
monitoring

not while
monitoring

Playback

built-in

through

speakers

Playback

with

headphones

Recording

with REC

Remote

Playback

via the

Bluetooth

connection

Additional Information

* Measured values acquired under our measurement conditions. The battery life may shorten depending on how

you operate the linear PCM recorder.

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Specifications (continued)

System requirements

When you use the linear PCM 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.
To use your computer with the SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 12 software, refer to “SOUND FORGE
Audio Studio 12 Installation Guide” (supplied separately).

Operating systems

• Windows 10/Windows 8.1/Windows 7 (Service Pack 1 or higher)

• macOS (v10.10 - v10.13)

Note

• One of the above operating systems should be by default pre-installed. Any operating system other than those
indicated above, upgraded operating systems or multi-boot environment are not supported.

• For the latest version information and compatibility with your operating system, please access the customer
support home page for the linear PCM recorder.

Hardware environment

• Port: USB port

• Disc drive: To create a music CD, you need a CD-R/RW drive.

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Precautions

On power

DC 6.0 V: Use four LR6 (size AA) alkaline

batteries

DC 4.8 V: Use four NH-AA rechargeable

batteries

DC 5.0 V: when power supplied using USB

Rated current consumption: 500 mA

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, remove the battery and have the
unit checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.

• When using your linear PCM recorder,
remember to follow the precautions below
in order to avoid warping the cabinet
or causing the linear PCM recorder to
malfunction.

– Do not sit down with the linear PCM

recorder in your back pocket.

– Do not put your linear PCM recorder into

a bag with the headphones/earphones
cord wrapped around it and subject the
bag to strong impact.

• Be careful not to allow water to splash
on the unit. The unit is not waterproof.
In particular, be careful in the following
situations.

– When you have the unit in your pocket

and go to the bathroom, etc.
When you bend down, the unit may drop
into the water and may get wet.

– When you use the unit in an environment

where the unit is exposed to rain, snow,
or humidity.

– In circumstances where you get sweaty.

If you touch the unit with wet hands or if
you put the unit in the pocket of sweaty
clothes, the unit may get wet.

• Listening with this unit at high volume may
affect your hearing.

• For traffic safety, do not use this unit while
driving or cycling.

• Do not use this unit at a place where the
inability to hear surrounding sounds may
present a danger.

• You may feel pain in your ears if you use the
headphones when the ambient air is very
dry.
This is not because of a malfunction of the
headphones, but because of static electricity
accumulated in your body.
You can reduce static electricity by wearing
non-synthetic clothes that prevent the
emergence of static electricity.

On noise

• Noise may be heard when the unit is placed
near an AC power source, a fluorescent
lamp or a mobile phone during recording or
playback.

• Noise may be recorded when an object, such
as your finger, etc., rubs or scratches the unit
during recording.

On maintenance

To clean the exterior, use a soft cloth slightly
moistened in water. Then use a soft dry cloth
to wipe the exterior. Do not use alcohol,
benzine or thinner.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your unit, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.

On using the SD card

• Be sure to use the linear PCM recorder to
format an SD card (page 70). Operation
of the SD card formatted by any device
other than the linear PCM recorder, such as
a computer, is not assured when used with
the recorder.
If you format an SD card with stored data,
the data will be erased. Make sure that no
valuable data is stored on the SD card before
you format it.

Additional Information

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Precautions (continued)

• Keep the SD card out of reach of small
children to prevent them from accidentally
swallow the card.

• While “Accessing,” “Saving...,” or “Please
Wait” is displayed on the display window of
the linear PCM recorder, do not remove the
SD card from the recorder. Doing so may
corrupt the data.

• Not all compatible SD cards are assured for
operation with the linear PCM recorder.

• Read-only memory cards, SD cards
protected against accidental erasure, and
write-disabled SD cards are not available for
use with the linear PCM recorder.

• The data stored on the SD card may be
corrupted if:

– you remove the SD card from the linear

PCM recorder or turn off the recorder
while access to the data is in progress.

– you use the SD card in a place subject to

static electricity or electrical noise.

• Be advised that Sony assume no liability for
corruption or loss of your data.

• We recommend that you make a backup
copy of your valuable data.

• Keep your hand or any metal object away
from the terminals on the SD card.

• Keep the SD card against shock hazards and
do not bend or drop the SD card.

• Keep the SD card out of water.

• Do not use the SD card in a place that is:

– not fit the use conditions (inside a closed

vehicle parked under the blazing sun or in
summertime, near a heat source, etc.).

– subject to extreme humidity or corrosive

material.

• Before inserting the SD card, make sure that
is in the correct orientation.

• Do not attach a label on the SD card. Doing
so may cause the SD card stuck in the SD
card slot.

Notes on the Bluetooth function

• Bluetooth wireless technology allows
connection at a distance of up to about 10
m. However, the effective range may vary
depending on obstructions (people, metals,
walls, etc.) or signal status.

• Because Bluetooth and wireless LAN
(IEEE802.11b/g) devices use the same
frequency (2.4 GHz), signal interference may
occur, resulting in communication speed
decrease, noise, or inability to connect, if
Bluetooth communications are used near a
wireless LAN device. In such cases, take the
following measures.

– Perform Bluetooth communications at

least 10 m away from the wireless LAN
device when connecting your linear PCM
recorder and a Bluetooth device.

– Place your linear PCM recorder and the

Bluetooth device as close together as
possible.

– Turn off the wireless LAN device when

performing Bluetooth communications
within about 10 m of a wireless LAN
device.

• Radio waves emitted from a Bluetooth
device may affect the operation of
equipment such as electronic medical
devices. Turn off your linear PCM recorder
and other Bluetooth devices in the following
locations as failure to do so may cause an
accident.

– In hospitals, near priority seats on trains,

in airplanes, in places such as gasoline
stations where flammable gases are
present, near automatic doors or fire
alarms.

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Notice for users

All rights reserved. This manual or the
software described herein, in whole or in part,
may not be reproduced, translated or reduced
to any machine readable form without prior
written approval from Sony Corporation.

Display windows in this manual may differ
from what are actually displayed on your
linear PCM recorder depending on the country
or region you purchased the linear PCM
recorder and the settings you have made.

What you record is for personal enjoyment
and use only. Copyright laws prohibit other
forms of use without the permission of the
copyright holders.

Additional Information

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Trademarks and licenses

Trademarks

• Microsoft, Windows and Windows Media are
registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.

• SD, SDHC, microSD and microSDHC logos are
trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.

• Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, Mac, and macOS are
trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and
other countries.
App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc., registered
in the U.S. and other countries.

• The N-Mark is a trademark or registered trademark
of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other
countries.

All other trademarks and registered trademarks are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders. Furthermore, “™” and “®” are not
mentioned in each case in this manual.

License

• MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents
licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

• Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an
accessory has been designed to connect specifically
to the Apple product(s) identified in the badge, and
has been certified by the developer to meet Apple
performance standards. Apple is not responsible for
the operation of this device or its compliance with
safety and regulatory standards.

• Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google
LLC.

• The BLUETOOTH® word mark and logos are
registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is
under license. Other trademarks and trade names
are those of their respective owners.

• Sound Forge Audio Studio 12 is a registered
trademark of MAGIX Software GmbH.

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• Compatible iPhone models
iPhone X, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 7,
iPhone7 Plus, iPhone SE, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus,
iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c,
iPhone 5

This product is protected by certain intellectual
property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or
distribution of such technology outside of this product
is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an
authorized Microsoft subsidiary.

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Notes on the License

This linear PCM recorder comes with software
that are used based on licensing agreements
with the owners of that software.
Based on requests by the owners of copyright
of these software applications, we have an
obligation to inform you of the following.
Please read the following sections.
Licenses (in English) are recorded in the
built-in memory of your linear PCM recorder.
Establish a Mass Storage connection between
the linear PCM recorder and a computer to
read licenses in the “LICENSE” folder.

On GNU GPL/LGPL applied
software

The software that is eligible for the following
GNU General Public License (hereinafter
referred to as “GPL”) or GNU Lesser General
Public License (hereinafter referred to as
“LGPL”) are included in the linear PCM
recorder.
This informs you that you have a right to have
access to, modify, and redistribute source
code for these software programs under the
conditions of the supplied GPL/LGPL.
Source code is provided on the web. Use the
following URL to download it.
http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/
We would prefer you do not contact us about
the contents of source code.
Licenses (in English) are recorded in the built­in memory of your linear PCM recorder.
Establish a Mass Storage connection between
the linear PCM recorder and a computer to
read licenses in the “LICENSE” folder.

Additional Information

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Index

A

A-B repeat ............................. 45

Auto Standby ........................69

Auto Track Marks ..................30

B

battery compartment cover ... 19

Battery Setting ......................69

Bluetooth ...............................51

built-in microphones .............31

C

Cross-Memory REC ...............30

Custom Key Settings .............63

D

Date&Time ............................69

display window ......................15

DPC(Speed Control) ..............49

E

Easy Search ........................... 47

Equalizer................................48

external device ................. 31, 41

external microphone

................................ 38, 39, 40

F

fast forward ........................... 45

fast reverse ...........................45

format ...................................70

H

headphones .......................... 42

High S/N Mode ...............29, 66

HOLD switch..........................26

I

INPUT switch .............. 38, 39, 41

K

Key Change ........................... 48

L

Language .............................. 69

LCF(Low Cut) .........................65

LED ........................................68

LIGHT button ......................... 14

LIMITER .................................. 65

LINE OUT jack ........................ 50

M

maintenance ......................... 93

Maximum recordable time ... 88

menu ..................................... 22

MIC ATT switch ......................40

MIC IN/LINE IN jack ...............38

MIC/LINE INPUT LEVEL switch

.......................................38, 41

monitoring the recording ..... 34

N

NFC ........................................ 52

O

one-touch operation ............52

OPTION menu items ............. 23

P

Peak Hold .............................. 29

peak level indicators ............. 33

peak meter ............................ 32

phantom power switch ........39

Playback ................................ 42

Playback Range ....................46

Play Mode .............................46

Plug In Power function .........66

power source ........................ 19

POWER switch .......................20

Precautions ...........................93

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preparation before recording

............................................ 27

PRE REC ................................. 35

U

USB Type-C™ connector ....... 73

R

REC LEVEL dial ....................... 32

REC Mode ..............................64

recording ................................31

Recording Folder ...................64

REC PAUSE ............................. 33

REC Remote ..........................54

remaining battery power ...... 20

remaining recordable time ... 33

reset ......................................70

Reset Peak Data ....................29

S

SD card .................................. 36

Specifications ........................85

Stereo/Monaural ...................64

stop recording ....................... 33

supplied items ...................... 18

System Information ...............71

V

VOL (volume) buttons ..... 34, 42

X

XLR/TRS INPUT LEVEL switch

...................................... 39, 40

XLR/TRS jack .........................39

Symbols

N-Mark .................................. 52

 (headphones) jack ............34

 OUTPUT (headphone output

selection) button ................34

êREC PAUSE (pause recording)

button ............................33, 35

à (play/enter) button ......... 42

ĆREC (recording) button ...... 32

ĄSTOP button ....................... 33

Additional Information

T

time ........................................21

Time Display .........................69

tripod .....................................28

Troubleshooting ....................74

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