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Q: Questionis this recorder compatible with windows 7?

Asked 14 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Yes, the ICDPX312 is compatible with windows 7 OS.

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Q: QuestionSony - Digital Voice Recorder, Model: ICDPX312 , will it work with the Sony Digital Voice Editor on my new Windows 7, 64bit computer?If I buy the Sony - Digital Voice Recorder, Model: ICDPX312 , SKU: 1792142, will it work with the Sony Digital Voice Editor on my new Windows 7, 64bit computer? I want to make sure the combination of this recorder with Digital voice Editor software will work flawlessly with my new computer.

Asked 14 years ago by Jeff.

• A:Answer Yes, the ICD-PX312 is compatible with windows 7 64. as well as all of the following operating systems. be sure to update to the latest update from our (the manufacturers ) website - esupport.sony.com Windows® 7 Ultimate, Windows® 7 Professional, Windows® 7 Home Premium, Windows® 7 Home Basic, Windows® 7 Starter Windows Vista® Ultimate Service Pack 2 or higher, Windows Vista® Business Service Pack 2 or higher, Windows Vista® Home Premium Service Pack 2 or higher, Windows Vista® Home Basic Service Pack 2 or higher, Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Service Pack 3 or higher, Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2004 Service Pack 3 or higher, Windows® XP Media Center Edition Service Pack 3 or higher, Windows® XP Professional Service Pack 3 or higher Windows® XP Home Edition Service Pack 3 or higher, Mac OS X (v10.2.8-v10.6)

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Q: QuestionI want to buy this BUT! I need to know could I use a ac wall power cord? or anything that will work for ac power?I want to buy this BUT! I need to know could I use a ac wall power cord? or anything that will work for ac power? I need it to power on for weeks and battery will not work it will die and I will not be around

Asked 14 years ago by Guy.

• A:Answer Yes, an optional AC‑U501AD AC adaptor is available for ICDPX312.

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Q: Questioncan I use this voice recorder with my cell phone to recorder a phone conversation both parties?

Asked 14 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer You can use the ECM-TL1 headphone-type electret condenser microphone (not supplied) to record sound from a telephone or a cell phone.

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Q: QuestionDoes it record in stereo?

Asked 14 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer When you connect a stereo microphone (not supplied) to the IC recorder and the recording mode is set to “SHQ” or “HQ” mode, you can record sound in stereo.

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Q: QuestionIs there an AC adapter available?Don't want to run it on batteries in most cases. If there is an adapter available, what is the model/part number? Thank you,

Asked 14 years ago by JW.

• A:Answer Thank you for your post. However, the ICDPX312 Digital Voice Recorder doesn’t have AC Adapter port.

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Q: QuestionDoes it have a time-date stamp for the recordings?

Asked 12 years ago by Rick.

• A:Answer Yes, if the clock has been set on the Sony ICDPX312 IC Recorder, then the date and time is recorded with the messages automatically.

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Q: QuestionMacintosh Compatibility & Use as Hidden Recorder1. I've read the other posts stating that the software is for Windows only; however, since the unit can use a SD card, all one really needs to transfer the sound files to a Macintosh is a SD card that will work in this both unit and also mount of the Macintosh desktop, correct? 2. What kind of sound files are generated by the unit? What sort of Macintosh software can open them? For example, can iTunes open them? 3. I am setting up a black and white surveillance camera to catch some repeat thieves. The camera does not have sound. I was thinking of hiding the unit and attaching a external mike to pick up sound while using it under its sound activation mode. How sensitive is this unit? Can it pick up general conversation in a small 20' x 20' room? Can it pick up sound in larger hall during a lecture?

Asked 12 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer The Sony ICDPX312 Digital Voice Recorder records the voice files in the MP3 format. You can insert the Card in the Computer Memory card slot and then copy the MP3 voice files which can be located under the Voice folder. iTunes is compatible with the MP3 format; however, we suggest that you also check with the Apple support team for other compatible MP3 Software. You can use any External Microphone which has a stereo mini connector. Ensure that the Select Input setting is set to MIC IN when connecting the external Microphone. Some of the recommended Sony Electret Condenser Microphones are: ECM-CS10, ECM-CZ10, ECM-DS70P, ECM-DS30P. To record sound in a larger hall or a low sound away from the IC recorder, set the MIC sensitivity setting to High. To record general conversation, set it to Medium or Low.

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Q: QuestionWhy is recorder playback lowWhen I play back a dictated recording I have to turn the volume up to the maximum. I recorded with the microphone next to my mouth. I made no changes to the default setup after purchase except to change the scene to "voice notes". Is this normal?

Asked 13 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Check by playing the Voice file in the Computer as the Power output of the Sony ICDPX312 is only 300 mW. Also, check by setting the Mic Sensitivity option in the Detail Menu to Low. If the issue still persists, we suggest that you contact our Technical Support Team to troubleshoot the issue further, as more details would be required to diagnose the issue. You can contact our Technical Support Team via chat, E-mail or Telephone at: http://esupport.sony.com/US/p/select-system.pl?DIRECTOR=CONTACT

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Q: Questiondoes this one have annoying beep? if so can I shut it offdoes the sony 312 voice recorder have the annoying beep? if so can I shut it off

Asked 13 years ago by deb.

• A:Answer Yes, the Sony ICDPX312 Digital Voice Recorder is designed with the beep sound option which indicates that either an operation has been accepted or an error has occurred. It can be set to OFF by accessing the BEEP option in the Detail menu.

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Q: Questionhow would you recharge the batteries it requires?Can they be recharge in a regular rechargeable charger and also does it have to be the nh-aaa-b2kn or can it be any nimh rechargeable batteries?

Asked 13 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer The Sony ICDPX312 Digital Voice Recorder is supplied with two LR03 (size AAA) Alkaline Batteries and they cannot be charged. NH-AAA-B2KN Rechargeable batteries are recommended to be used with the Sony Digital Voice Recorder. They can be charged using a NH AAA Battery Charger which can be located from the following page. http://www.bestbuy.com/site/searchpage.jsp?_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1&_dynSessConf=-7323014724568062816&id=pcat17071&type=page&st=NiMH+AAA+battery+charger&sc=Global&cp=1&nrp=15&sp=&qp=&list=n&iht=y&usc=All+Categories&ks=960 Note: Do not use manganese batteries for this Sony Digital Voice Recorder.

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Q: Questiondo you hear any sound from the recorder when it activates or when running

Asked 13 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer The IC recorder (ICDPX312) doesn’t make a sound when recording.

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Q: QuestionWhat is the area range I can record ok?I mean what is the capacity of this recorder, the radio I can use to record, example, if I am in a meeting, how far can I record?

Asked 13 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer While taking an Interview from the IC Recorder ICDPX312, it is recommended to record human voice at a distance of 1 to 2 meters (40 to 80 in.).

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Q: QuestionWhen I connect the recorder using a USB, will it record the audio of the Zoom meeting?

Asked 3 years ago by RS.

Q: QuestionI have an Older Sony ICD 8500. Even after I insert brand new thoroughly tested batteries, it won't work. Any ideas ? Thanks.

Asked 4 years ago by battery.

Q: QuestionRegarding Sony ICDPX 312 :reformat disk?My device tells me that it is full (no more memory) I have no Micro card to use so I'm in a jam. After deleting all files (5) from the device. Info reveals only 164KB available from 1.99GB capacity. Then, using my MAC (in iTunes), I again erased all files. Same info. appears. No matter what I try, the device will not record for longer than about 20 seconds (and only from one file). To clear the SONY main disk, should I (or can I?) re-format from MAC in MS-DOS (FAT 16) in my MAC's disk utility app? Thank you.

Asked 12 years ago by Confused Mac user.

• A:Answer You can format the Digital Voice Recorder using the menu of the device. Enter the menu settings scroll down to Detail menu and select Format. You can check this information using the operating instructions manual of the recorder. http://docs.sony.com/release/ICDPX312_CA.pdf

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Q: QuestionTop microphone for this recorder

Asked 12 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer The Sony ICDPX312 Digital Voice Recorder has a stereo mini Microphone jack. You can use any External Microphone which has a stereo mini connector. Some of the available Sony models are: ECM-CS10, ECM-CZ10, ECM-DS70P, ECM-DS30P electret condenser microphone. You can also use the Sony ECM-TL1 headphone-type electret condenser microphone to record sound from a telephone or a cell phone.

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Q: QuestionHow may feet away will it record normal conversation?I am usint this for a lecture and want to know if it will record the speaker 8 - 10 feet away.

Asked 12 years ago by Brian.

• A:Answer Yes, you can record a wide range of sound, such as a lecture in a classroom or a chorus lesson using IC Recorder Model ICDPX320.

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Q: QuestionI'd like to record myself snoringHow well do you think this will work to record myself snoring with the voice-activated setting? (I may be sleep-deprived from snoring.) To save batteries, I'd probably have it plugged in with USB.

Asked 12 years ago by Snoring Fox.

• A:Answer While Using the VOR Function of the Sony ICDPX312 IC Recorder, you can set the MIC Sensitivity to High to record a sound far away from the IC recorder or a low sound, such as recording in a spacious room. However, the IC Recorder will not record when connected to the Computer; it’ll use the battery power only while recording.

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