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SERVICE MANUAL
Sony Corporation
Published by Sony Techno Create Corporation
SPECIFICATIONS
IC RECORDER
9-893-991-01
2014D33-1
©
2014.04
E Model
Chinese Model
Ver. 1.0 2014.04
Note:
Be sure to keep your PC used for service and
checking of this unit always updated with the
latest version of your anti-virus software.
In case a virus affected unit was found during
service, contact your Service Headquarters.
Be sure to keep your PC used for service and
checking of this unit always updated with the
latest version of your anti-virus software.
In case a virus affected unit was found during
service, contact your Service Headquarters.
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ICD-PX440
Capacity (User available capacity: when the built-in memory is formatted
with the IC recorder)
with the IC recorder)
4 GB (approx. 3.60 GB = 3,865,470,566 Byte)
A small amount of the built-in memory is used for file management and therefore not
available for user storage.
A small amount of the built-in memory is used for file management and therefore not
available for user storage.
Maximum number of folders (for a drive)
400 folders
Maximum number of files (for a folder)
199 files
Maximum number of files (for a drive)
4,074 files (When 21 folders are contained in a drive.)
Frequency range
MP3 192kbps: 75 Hz - 20,000 Hz
MP3 128kbps: 75 Hz - 17,000 Hz
MP3 48kbps(MONO): 75 Hz - 14,000 Hz
MP3 8kbps(MONO): 75 Hz - 3,500 Hz
MP3 128kbps: 75 Hz - 17,000 Hz
MP3 48kbps(MONO): 75 Hz - 14,000 Hz
MP3 8kbps(MONO): 75 Hz - 3,500 Hz
Compatible file formats
MP3 (*1)
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
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
Speaker
Approx. 28 mm (1 1/8 in.) dia.
Input/Output
Microphone jack (minijack, stereo)
input for plug in power, minimum input level 0.6 mV
Headphone jack (minijack, stereo)
output for 8
input for plug in power, minimum input level 0.6 mV
Headphone jack (minijack, stereo)
output for 8
- 300 impedance headphones
USB connector (Type-A)
High-Speed USB compatible
Card slot
Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™)/microSD memory card slot
High-Speed USB compatible
Card slot
Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™)/microSD memory card slot
Playback speed control (DPC)
2.00 times - 0.50 times
Power output
300 mW
Power requirements
Two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries (supplied): 3.0 V DC
Two NH-AAA rechargeable batteries (not supplied): 2.4 V DC
Two NH-AAA rechargeable batteries (not supplied): 2.4 V DC
Operating temperature
5 °C - 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F)
Dimensions (w/h/d) (not incl. projecting parts and controls) (JEITA) (*2)
Approx. 37.2 mm × 113.2 mm × 19.3 mm (1 1/2 in. × 4 1/2 in. × 25/32 in.)
Mass (JEITA) (*2)
Approx. 75 g (2 5/8 oz) including two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries
Supplied accessories
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
*1
The playback of MP3 files recorded using the IC recorder is also supported. Not all encoders are
supported.
*2
Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries
Association)
Stereo headphones* (1)
(E and Chinese model)
Carrying pouch* (1)
(Except Latin American model)
LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery
(2)
Quick Start Guide
Application Software, Sound
Organizer (Installer file stored in
the built-in memory so that you
can install it to your computer.)
(Except Chinese model)
the built-in memory so that you
can install it to your computer.)
(Except Chinese model)
Help Guide (HTML file stored
in the built-in memory so it
can easily be copied to your
computer.)
can easily be copied to your
computer.)
* supplied with some models in
some regions.
CAUTION
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
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Maximum recording time (*1)(*2)
The maximum recording time of all the folders is as follows.
MP3 192kbps (
/
/
/
/
) (*3)
Built-in memory
44 h. 40 m.
Memory card
2 GB: 22 h. 20 m.
4 GB: 44 h. 40 m.
8 GB: 89 h. 25 m.
16 GB: 178 h.
32 GB: 357 h.
44 h. 40 m.
Memory card
2 GB: 22 h. 20 m.
4 GB: 44 h. 40 m.
8 GB: 89 h. 25 m.
16 GB: 178 h.
32 GB: 357 h.
MP3 128kbps (
/ ) (*3)
Built-in memory
67 h. 5 m.
Memory card
2 GB: 33 h. 30 m.
4 GB: 67 h. 5 m.
8 GB: 134 h.
16 GB: 268 h.
32 GB: 536 h.
67 h. 5 m.
Memory card
2 GB: 33 h. 30 m.
4 GB: 67 h. 5 m.
8 GB: 134 h.
16 GB: 268 h.
32 GB: 536 h.
MP3 48kbps(MONO)
Built-in memory
178 h.
Memory card
2 GB: 89 h. 25 m.
4 GB: 178 h.
8 GB: 357 h.
16 GB: 715 h.
32 GB: 1,431 h.
178 h.
Memory card
2 GB: 89 h. 25 m.
4 GB: 178 h.
8 GB: 357 h.
16 GB: 715 h.
32 GB: 1,431 h.
MP3 8kbps(MONO)
Built-in memory
1,073 h.
Memory card
2 GB: 536 h.
4 GB: 1,073 h.
8 GB: 2,147 h.
16 GB: 4,294 h.
32 GB: 8,589 h.
(h.: hours/m.: minutes)
1,073 h.
Memory card
2 GB: 536 h.
4 GB: 1,073 h.
8 GB: 2,147 h.
16 GB: 4,294 h.
32 GB: 8,589 h.
(h.: hours/m.: minutes)
*1
When you are going to record continuously for a long time, you may have to replace the batteries
with new ones in the middle of recording. For details on the battery life, see “
Battery life
.”
*2
The maximum recording time in this topic for your reference only, and may differ depending on the
card specifications.
*3
Default settings for the recording scenes
The maximum playback time of a music file/number of files (*1)
48 kbps
Playback time: 178 h.
Number of files: 2,670 files
Number of files: 2,670 files
128 kbps
Playback time: 67 h. 5 m.
Number of files: 1,006 files
Number of files: 1,006 files
256 kbps
Playback time: 33 h. 30 m.
Number of files: 502 files
(h.: hours/m.: minutes)
Number of files: 502 files
(h.: hours/m.: minutes)
*1
In the case where MP3 files of 4 minutes each are transferred to the IC recorder.
Battery life
When using Sony LR03 (SG) (size AAA) alkaline batteries (*1)
MP3 192kbps
Recording: Approx. 57 h.
Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 18 h.
Playback using headphones: Approx. 48 h.
Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 18 h.
Playback using headphones: Approx. 48 h.
MP3 128kbps
Recording: Approx. 57 h.
Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 18 h.
Playback using headphones: Approx. 48 h.
Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 18 h.
Playback using headphones: Approx. 48 h.
MP3 48kbps(MONO)
Recording: Approx. 72 h.
Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 18 h.
Playback using headphones: Approx. 48 h.
Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 18 h.
Playback using headphones: Approx. 48 h.
MP3 8kbps(MONO)
Recording: Approx. 96 h.
Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 18 h.
Playback using headphones: Approx. 48 h.
(h.: hours/m.: minutes)
Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 18 h.
Playback using headphones: Approx. 48 h.
(h.: hours/m.: minutes)
*1
Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries
Association). The battery life may shorten depending on how you operate the IC recorder.
*2
When playing back music through the internal speaker with the volume level set to 27
When using Sony NH-AAA rechargeable batteries (*1)
MP3 192kbps
Recording: Approx. 42 h.
Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 12 h.
Playback using headphones: Approx. 34 h.
Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 12 h.
Playback using headphones: Approx. 34 h.
MP3 128kbps
Recording: Approx. 42 h.
Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 12 h.
Playback using headphones: Approx. 34 h.
Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 12 h.
Playback using headphones: Approx. 34 h.
MP3 48kbps(MONO)
Recording: Approx. 50 h.
Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 12 h.
Playback using headphones: Approx. 34 h.
Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 12 h.
Playback using headphones: Approx. 34 h.
MP3 8kbps(MONO)
Recording: Approx. 65 h.
Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 12 h.
Playback using headphones: Approx. 34 h.
(h.: hours/m.: minutes)
Playback through speaker (*2): Approx. 12 h.
Playback using headphones: Approx. 34 h.
(h.: hours/m.: minutes)
*1
Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries
Association). The battery life may shorten depending on how you operate the IC recorder.
*2
When playing back music through the internal speaker with the volume level set to 27
System requirements
When you use the IC recorder connected to a computer or as a USB mass storage
device, your computer must meet the operating system requirements and port
environment described below.
device, your computer must meet the operating system requirements and port
environment described below.
Operating systems
Windows 8.1
Windows 8.1 Pro
Windows 8
Windows 8 Pro
Windows 7 Ultimate Service Pack 1 or higher
Windows 7 Professional Service Pack 1 or higher
Windows 7 Home Premium Service Pack 1 or higher
Windows 7 Home Basic Service Pack 1 or higher
Windows 7 Starter Service Pack 1 or higher
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
Mac OS X (v10.5-v10.9)
Pre-installed
Note
One of the above operating systems should be by default pre-installed. Upgraded
operating systems or multi-boot environment are not supported.
operating systems or multi-boot environment are not supported.
For the latest version information and compatibility with your operating system,
please access the support home page for the IC recorder (see “Customer support
websites”).
please access the support home page for the IC recorder (see “Customer support
websites”).
Hardware environment
Sound board: Sound boards compatible with any of the supported operating
systems
systems
Port: USB port
Disk drive: To create a music CD, you need a CD-R/RW drive.
Note
The following systems are not supported:
Operating systems other than the ones indicated in this topic
Personally constructed computers or operating systems
Upgraded operating systems
Multi-boot environment
Multi-monitor environment
System requirements for using Sound Organizer
The following shows the system requirements for using Sound Organizer.
Operating systems
Windows 8.1
Windows 8.1 Pro
Windows 8
Windows 8 Pro
Windows 7 Ultimate Service Pack 1 or higher
Windows 7 Professional Service Pack 1 or higher
Windows 7 Home Premium Service Pack 1 or higher
Windows 7 Home Basic Service Pack 1 or higher
Windows 7 Starter Service Pack 1 or higher
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
Pre-installed
Note
One of the above operating systems should be by default pre-installed. Upgraded
operating systems or multi-boot environment are not supported.
operating systems or multi-boot environment are not supported.
IBM PC/AT or compatible
CPU
Windows Vista: Pentium III processor of 800 MHz or faster
Windows 7: Pentium III processor of 1 GHz or faster
Windows 8: Pentium III processor of 1 GHz or faster
Windows 8.1: Pentium III processor of 1 GHz or faster
Memory
Windows 7: Pentium III processor of 1 GHz or faster
Windows 8: Pentium III processor of 1 GHz or faster
Windows 8.1: Pentium III processor of 1 GHz or faster
Memory
Windows Vista: At least 512 MB (In the case of Windows Vista
Ultimate/Business/Home Premium, at least 1 GB is recommended.)
Windows 7: At least 1 GB (32 bit version)/At least 2 GB (64 bit version)
Windows 8: At least 1 GB (32 bit version)/At least 2 GB (64 bit version)
Windows 8.1: At least 1 GB (32 bit version)/At least 2 GB (64 bit version)
Free hard disk space
Ultimate/Business/Home Premium, at least 1 GB is recommended.)
Windows 7: At least 1 GB (32 bit version)/At least 2 GB (64 bit version)
Windows 8: At least 1 GB (32 bit version)/At least 2 GB (64 bit version)
Windows 8.1: At least 1 GB (32 bit version)/At least 2 GB (64 bit version)
Free hard disk space
At least 400 MB is required.
Depending on the version of Windows, more than 400 MB may be used.
Also, free space for handling music data is required.
Display settings
Depending on the version of Windows, more than 400 MB may be used.
Also, free space for handling music data is required.
Display settings
Screen resolution: 800 × 600 pixels or higher (1,024 × 768 pixels is
recommended.)
Screen color: High Color (16 bit) or higher
Sound card
recommended.)
Screen color: High Color (16 bit) or higher
Sound card
A SoundBlaster compatible card is recommended.
USB port
USB port
A compatible USB port is required to use devices and media.
Operation via a USB hub is not guaranteed except for models for which operation
has been specifically guaranteed.
Disk drive
Operation via a USB hub is not guaranteed except for models for which operation
has been specifically guaranteed.
Disk drive
To create a music CD, you need a CD-R/RW drive.
Trademarks
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows Media are registered
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or
other countries.
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or
other countries.
Mac OS is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the USA and other countries.
Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS
and Thomson.
and Thomson.
microSD and microSDHC logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.
Memory Stick Micro™, M2™ and
are trademarks or registered trademarks
of Sony Corporation.
MagicGate™ is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Nuance, the Nuance logo, Dragon, Dragon NaturallySpeaking, and RealSpeak are
trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Nuance Communications Inc., and/or
its affiliates in the United States and/or other countries.
trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Nuance Communications Inc., and/or
its affiliates in the United States and/or 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 Help Guide.
The Sound Organizer uses software modules as shown below:
Windows Media Format Runtime
trademarks of their respective holders. Furthermore, “™” and “®” are not mentioned
in each case in this Help Guide.
The Sound Organizer uses software modules as shown below:
Windows Media Format Runtime
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SECTION 1
SERVICING NOTES
NOTE OF REPLACING THE BOARD
When boards installed by this unit are defective, individual electri-
cal parts that the mount is done cannot be replaced. Replace the
mounted board, or replace the whole part containing the complete
mounted board.
When boards installed by this unit are defective, individual electri-
cal parts that the mount is done cannot be replaced. Replace the
mounted board, or replace the whole part containing the complete
mounted board.
ABOUT THE DESTINATION SETTING WHEN REPLAC-
ING THE MAIN BOARD
When the MAIN board of this unit is replaced, perform processing
according to the following procedure.
ING THE MAIN BOARD
When the MAIN board of this unit is replaced, perform processing
according to the following procedure.
Precaution
The contents which are not opened to customers are included
in the following procedure. After you are cautious of handling of
information, execute work under the suffi cient administration.
The contents which are not opened to customers are included
in the following procedure. After you are cautious of handling of
information, execute work under the suffi cient administration.
1. About the preparing of tools
Confi rm the method of obtaining the tools to the service headquar-
ters.
Confi rm the method of obtaining the tools to the service headquar-
ters.
2. Setting
method
Note: The destination setting is impossible when battery voltage is not
enough.
Do work using the battery with suffi cient battery level.
Procedure:
1. Equip this unit with battery.
2. Connect this unit to the PC.
1. Equip this unit with battery.
2. Connect this unit to the PC.
To USB port of PC
IC recorder
Slide the USB slide lever
3. On PC, unzip the model setting fi le to get folder on PC.
4. On PC, open the unzipped folder, and select the folder corre-
4. On PC, open the unzipped folder, and select the folder corre-
sponding to the model name and destination of this unit.
01.ICD-PX440_U
02.ICD-PX440_CE7
03.ICD-PX440_LA
04.ICD-PX440_CA
02.ICD-PX440_CE7
03.ICD-PX440_LA
04.ICD-PX440_CA
05.ICD-PX440_J
07.ICD-PX440_CN
08.ICD-PX440_KR3
09.ICD-PX440_E
07.ICD-PX440_CN
08.ICD-PX440_KR3
09.ICD-PX440_E
5. On PC, copy the “DEVINFO.UPG” fi le included in the folder
selected at step 4 to root folder of this unit.
6. Remove this unit from the PC.
From USB port of PC
IC recorder
7. “Updating” is displayed on the screen of this unit, and this unit
is rebooted automatically.
Updating...
LCD Display
8. The destination setting is completed.
1.
SERVICING NOTES
.............................................
3
2. DISASSEMBLY
2-1. Disassembly
Flow
........................................................... 5
2-2. Ornament
(MIC)
............................................................. 6
2-3. Case
(Front)
Assy
............................................................ 7
2-4. Loudspeaker (2.8 cm) ..................................................... 8
2-5. LCD
2-5. LCD
Block
...................................................................... 8
2-6. LCD
Holder
.................................................................... 9
2-7. MAIN
Board
................................................................... 9
2-8. Electret Cap Microphone (L/R-ch) (MIC1, MIC2) ........ 10
2-9. Chassis
2-9. Chassis
............................................................................ 11
2-10. USB Assy (USB1) .......................................................... 11
3.
TEST MODE
............................................................ 12
4.
EXPLODED VIEWS
4-1. Case Front Section .......................................................... 18
4-2. MAIN Board Section ...................................................... 19
4-3. Case (Rear) Section ........................................................ 20
4-2. MAIN Board Section ...................................................... 19
4-3. Case (Rear) Section ........................................................ 20
5. ACCESSORIES
....................................................... 21
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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3. Confi rmation and initialize method
Procedure:
1. Equip this unit with battery.
2. Slide the [HOLD•POWER ON/OFF] switch in the direction of
Procedure:
1. Equip this unit with battery.
2. Slide the [HOLD•POWER ON/OFF] switch in the direction of
“POWER” until the window display appears.
3. While pressing the [STOP/
x
] and [VOL
−] keys, slide the
[DPC (SPEED CTRL)] switch in the direction of “ON” or
“OFF” (Either “ON” or “OFF” is OK).
“OFF” (Either “ON” or “OFF” is OK).
VOL –
STOP / x
ON OFF DPC (SPEED CTRL)
4. While pressing the [STOP/
x
] and [VOL
−] keys, slide the
[DPC (SPEED CTRL)] switch in the direction opposite to that
specifi ed in step 3.
specifi ed in step 3.
5. While pressing the [STOP/
x
] and [VOL
−] keys, slide the
[DPC (SPEED CTRL)] switch in the direction opposite to that
specifi ed in step 4.
specifi ed in step 4.
6. The test mode menu (“SERVICE MENU”) is displayed, and
enter the test mode. Release the [STOP/
x
] and [VOL
−] keys.
(Displayed characters/values in the following fi gure are ex-
ample)
ample)
<SERVICE MENU>
ICD-PX440 /E
1.00.00
1.00.00
Destination
Model name
Firmware version
Model name
Firmware version
LCD Display
7. Press the [
>
] or [
.
] keys to select the “MENU INIT”, and
press the [
N
] key.
8. Initialization is performed.
Formatting...
<MENU INIT>
LCD Display
9. “Success” is displayed, and this unit reboots.
Success
LCD Display
