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Linear PCM Recorder
Getting Started
Basic Operations
Other Recording Operations
Other Playback Operations
Editing Tracks
About the Menu Function
Utilizing Your Computer
Additional Information
Troubleshooting
Operating Instructions
Index
PCM-M10
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However, there is no guarantee that interference will Owner’s Record not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment The model number is located at the rear panel and the does cause harmful interference to radio or television serial number is located inside the battery reception, which can be determined by turning the compartment. Record the serial number in the space equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever correct
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Notice for users • The recorded music is limited to private use only. Use of the music beyond this limit requires Program © 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, permission of the copyright holders. 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 Sony Corporation � Sony is not responsible for incomplete recording/ Documentation ©2009 Sony Corporation downloading or damaged data due to problems of the PCM recorder or computer. All rights reserved. This manual or the software � Depending on the types of the text
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Table of Contents Techniques for Better Recording ..............7 Basic Operations Recording .............................................22 Getting Started Listening ...............................................26 Deleting ................................................30 Step 1: Checking the Contents of the Package ...................................................10 Index to parts and controls .................11 Other Recording Operations Step 2: Inserting the Batteries ................
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Deleting all tracks in a folder ..............69 Other Playback Operations Changing the Playback Method ..............49 Changing the display during About the Menu Function playback ..............................................49 Making Settings for the Menu ................71 Listening the playback sounds Menu settings ..........................................72 with the headphones or external speakers ..............................................50 Quickly locating the point you Utilizi
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Additional Information What you record is for personal Precautions ..............................................92 enjoyment and use only. Copyright laws Specifications ..........................................95 prohibit other forms of use without the System requirements ..........................95 permission of the copyright holders. Battery life.........................................100 The use of Memory Stick™ media for recording copyright-protected graphics or Troubleshooting oth
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Techniques for Better Recording The PCM-M10 linear PCM recorder allows you to enjoy high-quality recording in a variety of situations. This section introduces easy recording setups for 6 typical music scenes. For recording a solo acoustic For recording a piano performance guitar performance z Tips for setup � Use a tripod or other device to set the PCM recorder level with the piano keyboard. z Tips for setup � Set the PCM recorder approximately 1.5 � Use a tripod or other device to set the P
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For recording a jazz trio For recording a band performance performance at a recording studio z Tips for setup z Tips for setup � Use a tripod or other device to set the PCM � Use a tripod or other device to set the PCM recorder. recorder as close to the lead instrument as possible. � Adjust the orientation and height of the PCM recorder, so that the built-in microphones � While monitoring recording, move the PCM face the vocalist. recorder to the position where volume levels from instrum
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For recording an electronic piano For recording a musical performance via a line connection performance of large number of performers such as a children’s chorus at a concert hall z Tips for setup � Connect the line output jack of an electronic piano to the LINE IN jack of the PCM recorder with a cable (not supplied). z Tips for setup � Adjust the recording level to the optimum � Set the PCM recorder as close to the with the REC LEVEL dial. conductor or to the stage as possible. � Set the
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Getting Started Step 1: Checking the Contents of the Package Linear PCM recorder (1) USB connection cable (1) Remove the film on the display window LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (2) before you use the PCM recorder. Hand strap (1) Remote commander (1) CD-ROM (1) (Sound Forge Audio Studio LE) Operating Instructions AC power adaptor (3V) (1) “Sound Forge Audio Studio LE” is a software application that supports editing and CD creation on your computer. For an introduction to installation
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Getting Started L (repeat) A-B button Index to parts and controls M DISPLAY button Front N REC LEVEL (recording level) dial O POWER/HOLD switch P REMOTE jack Q ACCESS indicator R T-MARK (track mark) button S Strap hole Rear A Peak level L/R (-12 dB/OVER) indicators B Display window C DELETE button D MENU button E (folder) button F > FF/ v (fast-forward/up) button T LINE IN (line input) jack G . FR/ V (fast-rewind/down) button U MIC SENS(ATT) (microphone H x STOP button sensitivity (attenuator)
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W REC LEVEL (recording level) Remote commander (supplied) MANUAL/AUTO switch X Hole for attaching the tripod (not supplied) Y Battery compartment Z Speaker (on the basement) wj Built-in microphones (stereo) wk DPC (SPEED CTRL) (speed control) ON/OFF switch wl i/LINE OUT (headphone/line output) jack e; USB connector ea M2™/microSD memory card slot es DC IN 3V jack 1 X PAUSE button ed VOLUME (volume) +*/– button 2 x STOP button 3 OPR (Operation) indicator * These buttons and jack have a tactile
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Getting Started Step 2: Inserting the Batteries 1 Slide and lift the battery compartment lid If the battery compartment lid is in the direction of the arrow. detached 2 Insert the two supplied R6 (size AA) alkaline batteries into the battery compartment, and then close the lid. If you drop the PCM recorder or handle it roughly, the battery compartment lid may become detached. If this occurs, insert a projected part at one end of the battery compartment lid into the opening on
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batteries, select “NiMH Battery” in the When to replace batteries “Battery Setting” submenu of the “Detail When using batteries, the battery indicator Menu.” With this setting, the battery on the display shows the battery condition. remain indicator for the rechargeable batteries will be displayed more precisely. Battery remain indication See “Making Settings for the Menu” on : “Low Battery Level” appears. page 71. Replace two old batteries with new z Tips ones soon. � Even if fully-c
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Getting Started To operate with the AC power adapter Insert the supplied AC power adapter securely into the DC IN 3V jack until it stops to the end. to the DC IN 3V jack to a wall outlet AC power adapter (supplied) GB 15
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Step 3: Turning the PCM recorder On Turning the power on Turning the power off Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in the direction of “POWER” for more than 2 seconds, and an animation of “See You!” is displayed. z Tips � The PCM recorder is accessing memory while “Accessing...” appears on the display or the ACCESS indicator flashes. During this time, do not remove or insert batteries and do not disconnect or connect the AC power adapter, or the USB connecting cable. Doing so may damage the dat
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Getting Started Step 4: Setting the Clock Setting the clock after inserting batteries 1 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to set the year, and then press N PLAY/ENTER. > FF/ v, . FR/ V Perform the same operations to set month, day, hour, and minute in MENU sequence. N PLAY/ ENTER x STOP 2 Press x STOP to return to the stop mode display. Recorded audio files (tracks) are named using the date and time of the clock. By setting the clock before recording, the Setting the clock using the recording’
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1 Press MENU to enter the menu mode. 3 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to set the The menu mode window will be year, and then press N PLAY/ENTER. displayed. Perform the same operations to set month, day, hour, and minute in sequence. 2 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select “Detail Menu,” and then press N PLAY/ENTER. 4 Press x STOP to return to the stop mode display. 3 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select “Clock,” and then press N P Notes PLAY/ENTER. � If you do not press a button within 1 minute
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Getting Started Step 5: Setting the Language to Be Used in the Display Window 2 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select “Detail Menu,” and then press N PLAY/ENTERT. > FF/ v, . FR/ V MENU 3 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select N PLAY/ ENTER “Language,” and then press N PLAY/ ENTER. x STOP You can select the language to be used for tracks, menus, folder names, file names, etc. from 3 languages. 1 Press MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. GB 19
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4 Press > FF/ v or . FR/ V to select the language that you want to use, and then press N PLAY/ENTER. You can select the following languages. English, Español (Spanish), Français (French). 5 Press x STOP to return to the stop mode display. GB 20
