ICD-UX522/UX522F/UX523/UX523F 4-293-031-71(2)
IC Recorder
Quick Start Guide
4-293-031-71(2)
© 2011 Sony Corporation Printed in China
ICD-UX522/UX522F/UX523/UX523F
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ES
Let’s try out your new IC recorder
1. Power on.
Insert a battery with the correct polarity.
Turn the power on.
Slide and hold the HOLD•POWER switch in the
direction of “POWER” until the window display
appears.
To turn the power off, slide and hold the HOLD•POWER
switch in the direction of“POWER”until“Power Off”
animation is displayed.
To prevent unintentional operations (HOLD)
To release the IC recorder from the HOLD status, slide the
HOLD•POWER switch towards the center.
2. Set the date and time.
Press or to set the year (the last
two digits of the year), and then press
/ENTER. Repeat this procedure to
set month, day, hour, and minute in
sequence.
When you set the minute and press /ENTER, the
clock reflects the setting.
Press STOP.
3. Select the menu language.
(The tab is displayed only on the
ICD-UX522F/UX523F.)
Press MENU.
Press , press or to select , and
then press /ENTER.
Press or to select“Language,”and
then press /ENTER.
Press or to select the language that
you want to use in the display window,
and then press /ENTER.
You can select the following languages:
English, Español (Spanish), Français (French)
Press STOP.
4. Record.
Operation
indicator
Before you start using the IC recorder, make sure that you
slide the HOLD•POWER switch towards the center to release
the HOLD status.
Press REC/PAUSE.
Recording starts and the operation indicator lights
in red.
You can pause recording by pressing REC/PAUSE.
Press REC/PAUSE again to restart recording.
Press STOP to stop recording.
Recording stops and the operation indicator
flashes in orange.
5. Listen.
Operation
indicator
Press /ENTER.
Playback starts and the operation indicator lights
in green.
Adjust the volume by pressing VOL –/+.
Press STOP to stop playback.
6. Erase.
Once a file is erased, you cannot restore it.
Press ERASE.
“Erase?”is displayed and the file to be erased is
played back for confirmation.
Select “Execute”using or , and then
press /ENTER.
“Erasing…”is displayed while the selected file is
being erased.
You can select a tab and a folder in which you
are going to record a file. You can also specify
the file to be played back or erased in the
selected folder.
Select a tab.
1. Press FOLDER to display the folder
selection window.
2. Press and press or to select
a tab, and then press /ENTER.
(Voice): Recordable area to be used
to manage files recorded with the IC
recorder.
(Music): Playback-only area to be used
to manage music files transferred from
your computer.
(Podcast): Playback-only area to be
used to manage podcast files transferred
from your computer.
(Built-in memory) or (Memory
card): Memory to be used. You can
switch between the built-in memory and
memory card.
Select a folder.
Press or to select a folder, and then
press /ENTER.
To display the files contained in the
selected folder, press .
Select a file.
When the file selection window is
displayed, press or to select the
desired file, and then press /ENTER.
When the stop mode window is
displayed, you can switch files by
pressing and .
Selecting a memory/tab/folder/file
What to do next
The operating instructions explaining all the
features and functions of the IC recorder are
stored as PDF files in the built-in memory of
the IC recorder.
You can also download the operating
instructions from the Sony support home page:
For customers in the U.S.A.:
http://www.sony.com/recordersupport
For customers in Latin America:
http://www.sony-latin.com/index.crp
Connect the IC recorder to your
computer.
Open the “Instructions”folder on
your computer.
On Windows: Click [My Computer]
or [Computer] - [IC RECORDER]
- [Instructions].
On Macintosh: Click [IC RECORDER] on
the finder - [Instructions].
Drag and drop the files of the
operating instructions from the
“Instructions” folder to the local
disk on your computer.
The file names of the operating
instructions are as follows:
Product name_language name_version.
pdf (e.g. ICD-UX522_UX522F_UX523_
UX523F_English_11.pdf)
Disconnect the IC recorder from
your computer.
To read the operating instructions, double-click
the PDF file you want to read.
Copying the operating instructions to your
computer
On power
Operate the unit only on 1.2 V or 1.5 V DC.
Use an NH-AAA rechargeable battery or an
LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery.
On safety
Do not operate the unit while driving, cycling
or operating any motorized vehicle.
On handling
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.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your unit, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Precautions
Owner’s Record
The model number is located at the rear panel and the serial number is located inside the
battery compartment. Record these numbers in the space provided below. Refer to these
numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
Serial No.
WARNING
Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like for a long time.
CAUTION
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
Capacity (User available capacity)
ICD-UX522/UX522F : 2 GB (approx. 1.80 GB = 1,932,735,283 Byte)
ICD-UX523/UX523F : 4 GB (approx. 3.60 GB = 3,865,470,566 Byte)
A part of the memory capacity is used as a management area.
The following FCC statement applies only to the version of this model manufactured for sale in
the USA. Other versions may not comply with FCC technical regulations.
INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual
could void your authority to operate this equipment.
If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Service
Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name : SONY
Model : ICD-UX523
Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc.
Address : 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 USA
Telephone Number : 858-942-2230
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
RECYCLING NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERIES
Nickel metal hydride batteries are recyclable.
You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable
batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you.
For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free
1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/.
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking nickel metal hydride batteries.
IC Recorder (1)
Stereo headphones (1)
USB connection support cable (1)
NH-AAA (size AAA) rechargeable battery
(1)
Battery case (1)
Application software, Sound Organizer
(CD-ROM) (1)
Operating Instructions (Stored in the
built-in memory)
Check the supplied items.
Congratulations! You have set up your IC recorder and enjoyed your first recording. Let’s step
up to the next stage. There are some more useful functions and information that you can use to
fully utilize your IC recorder.
For details on each operation, refer to the
PDF operating instructions copied to your
computer.
NOISE CUT
MENU
T-MARK
DPC (SPEED
CTRL)
Scene selection
You can select the menu items for recording
to the most appropriate settings according to
various recording scenes.
NOISE CUT
Reduces ambient noise to make the playback
sound clearer.
T-MARK
Adds a track mark to set the starting point
when recording or playing back a file.
DPC (SPEED CTRL)
Adjusts the playback speed.
MENU
Sets various menu items, such as REC Mode,
Mic Sensitivity, etc.
FM radio*
Allows you to tune in and record an FM
radio station using the menu. You can preset
stations for easy tuning, or change reception
settings.
* for ICD-UX522F/UX523F only
More advanced features
Sound Organizer (PC application
software**)
Various operations can be performed using
Sound Organizer on your computer. You can
import files recorded with the IC recorder
into Sound Organizer to edit. You can import
music files of a music CD or podcast files to
transfer to the IC recorder. You can also burn
CDs of the music you like.
** for Windows only
Electret condenser microphone ECM-CS10,
ECM-CZ10, ECM-CS3, ECM-TL3
Audio connecting cable RK-G136, RK-G139
Rechargeable battery NH-AAA-B2KN
USB AC adaptor AC-U501AD (excluding
Argentina), AC-U50AG (For the Latin
American countries only excluding
Argentina)
Compact charger & 2-pc AAA Multi-Use
Premium batteries BCG-34HS2KAN
Optional accessories
Welcome to your new Sony IC recorder!
This is the Quick Start Guide, which provides you with instructions on the
basic operations of the IC recorder.
Please read it carefully. We hope you enjoy using your new Sony IC recorder.
