When playing back a previously recorded message, start from Step 1.
When playing back a message you have just finished recording, start from Step 3.
1
Select the folder.
See “Selecting the Folder”.
2
Select the message number.
* The display selected with the MENU/DISPLAY button appears (see the reverse side).
3
Start playback.
After playing back one message, the unit stops at the beginning of the next
message. When the continuous play function is set to “ON” (see the reverse
side), the unit stops after playing all messages in a folder.
When the last message on a folder has been played back, the unit stops at the
beginning of the last message.
For private listening
Connect an ear receiver or headphones (not supplied) to the
i
(earphone) jack.
The built-in speaker will be automatically disconnected. If noise is heard, wipe
the headphones plug.
Other operations
To
Do this
stop at the current position
Press
Nx
PLAY/STOP or
x
STOP.
To resume playback from that point,
press
Nx
PLAY/STOP again.
go back to the beginning
Press –
.
once.
of the current message
skip to the next message
Press
>
+
once.
go back to previous
Press –
.
or
>
+
repeatedly.
messages/skip to succeeding
(During stop mode, keep the button
messages
pressed to skip the messages
continuously.)
1
Slide and lift the battery
compartment lid.
2
Insert two LR03 (size AAA)
alkaline batteries with
correct polarity, and close the
lid.
Clock setting display appears when you insert batteries for the first time, or
when you replace the batteries with new ones. Please refer to Steps 2 to 3 in
“Step 2: Setting the Clock” to set the date and time.
IC Recorder
Operating Instructions
2005 Sony Corporation Printed in China
ICD-B120
Owner’s Record
The model number is located at the rear 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. ICD-B120
Serial No. _____________________________________
Step 1: Installing the Batteries
Replacing the batteries
The battery indicator in the display
window shows the battery
condition.
When
flashes, replace the
batteries with new ones.
When
flashes, the batteries are
exhausted and the unit will stop
operation.
Battery life*
With continuous use, approx. 11 hours
recording/7.5 hours playback in the
HQ mode, and approx. 22 hours
recording/11 hours playback in the SP
and LP modes is possible.
* Using Sony alkaline batteries LR03
(size AAA)
* When playing back through the
internal speaker with the medium
volume level
The battery life may shorten
depending on the operation of the
unit.
Notes
• Do not use manganese batteries for
this unit.
• When you replace the batteries with
new ones, the clock setting display
appears. In this case, set the date
and time again. The recorded
messages and alarm setting,
however, will remain.
• When replacing the batteries, be
sure to replace both batteries with
new ones.
• Do not charge dry batteries.
• When you are not going to use the
unit for a long time, remove the
batteries to prevent damage from
battery leakage and corrosion.
• The unit is accessing data while
“ACCESS“ appears in the display
window. While accessing, do not
remove the batteries. Doing so may
damage the data.
Clock setting display appears when you insert batteries for the first time, or when you replace the batteries with new ones. In
this case, proceed from step 2.
1
Display the clock setting display.
2
Set the date.
3
Set the time.
Tip
This unit does not have a power on/off switch. The display is shown at all times.
2
Press
Nx
PLAY/STOP.
The month digits will flash.
3
Set the month and day in sequence,
then press
Nx
PLAY/STOP.
The hour digits will flash.
2
Press –
.
or
>
+ to display
“SET DATE”.
3
Press
Nx
PLAY/STOP.
The year digits will flash.
Tip
To set the date to Year 2005, display
“05Y”.
Step 2: Setting the Clock
Recording Messages
You can record up to 99 messages in each of the four folders (A, B, C, and D).
Since a newly recorded message is automatically added behind the last recorded
message, you can start recording quickly without searching for the end of the
last recording.
e.g.
Message 1
Message 2 Newly recorded message
Blank space
Note
Before making a long recording, be sure to insert new batteries and check the battery
indicator.
1
Select the recording mode.
See “Changing the Recording Mode” on the reverse side.
2
Select the folder.
See “Selecting the Folder”.
3
Start recording.
You do not need to keep pressing
zX
REC/PAUSE while recording.
4
Stop recording.
If you do not change the folder after you stop recording, the next time you
record you will record in the same folder.
To
Do this
pause recording*
Press
zX
REC/PAUSE.
During recording pause, the OPR indicator flashes in
red and “PAUSE” flashes in the display window.
release pause and
Press
zX
REC/PAUSE.
resume recording
Recording resumes from that point.
(To stop recording after pausing recording, press
x
STOP.)
listen to the current
Press
x
STOP to stop recording, then press
recording
Nx
PLAY/STOP.
review the current
Press
Nx
PLAY/STOP during recording.
recording instantly
search backward during
Hold down –
.
during recording or recording
recording (Review)
pause. Recording mode will be released, and
reviewing of the current recording starts. If you
release the button, playback starts from that point.
select the microphone
You can select the microphone sensitivity using the
sensitivity
menu. See “Selecting the Microphone Sensitivity”.
H (high): To record at meeting or in a quiet and/or
spacious place.
L (low): To record for dictation or in a noisy place.
* About one hour after you pause recording, recording pause is automatically released
and the unit goes into the stop mode.
Selecting the Folder
1
Press MENU/DISPLAY for more than 1 second until
“MODE” appears in the display window.
2
Press –
.
or
>
+ to select “FOLDER” and press
Nx
PLAY/STOP.
3
Press –
.
or
>
+ to select the folder you want
and press
Nx
PLAY/STOP.
4
Press MENU/DISPLAY to exit the menu mode.
Current folder
B
Basic Operations
Information
IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY
NATURE, OR LOSSES OR EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY
DEFECTIVE PRODUCT OR THE USE OF ANY PRODUCT.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
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.
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.
If you have any questions about this product, you may call:
Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-7669 or
http://www.sony.com/
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic
Equipment (Applicable in the European Union
and other European countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product shall not be treated
as household waste. Instead it shall be handed
over to the applicable collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
By ensuring this product is disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and
human health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of
materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more
detailed information about recycling of this product, please
contact your local city office, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Note on recording
Noise may be recorded if an object,
such as your finger, etc., accidentally
rubs or scratches the unit during
recording.
Maximum recording time
The maximum recording time of all
the folders is as follows. You can
record messages for the maximum
recording time in a single folder.
HQ*
1 h. 45 min.
SP**
4 h. 40 min.
LP***
7 h. 45 min.
(h.: hours/min.: minutes)
* HQ: High quality recording mode
(monaural sound)
** SP: Standard play recording mode
(monaural sound)
***LP: Long play recording mode
(monaural sound)
Notes
• To record in better sound quality,
select the HQ mode. For switching
the recording mode, see “Changing
the Recording Mode” on the reverse
side.
• Before making a long recording, be
sure to check the battery indicator.
• The maximum recording time and
the number of messages you can
make vary depending on the
conditions of use.
• When you record messages in the
mixture of HQ, SP and LP mode, the
maximum recording time will be
between those for the HQ and LP
modes.
• Due to the limitation of the IC
recording system, this unit records
in the minimum recording unit of
approx. 2 seconds at most, therefore
the following symptoms may occur:
– When a message is shorter than
the minimum recording unit, it is
still counted as approx. 2 seconds
at most so the remaining
recording time will decrease by
more than the actual length of the
message.
– When the message is longer than
the minimum recording unit, the
remaining recording time will
decrease by more than the actual
length of the message if it cannot
be divided by the minimum
recording unit without a
remainder.
– The sum of the number on the
counter (elapsed recording time)
and the remaining recording time
may be less than the unit’s
maximum recording time.
Remaining memory
indication
During recording, the remaining
memory indicator decreases one by
one.
The memory is
nearly full.
Flashing
When the remaining time of
recording reaches 5 minutes, the
last one of the indication flashes.
If the remaining recording time
display mode is selected,
“REMAIN” and the counter display
flash when the remaining time
reaches 1 minute.
To continue recording, first erase
some of the messages.
Notes
• If you press
zX
REC/PAUSE when
the memory is full, “FULL” will flash
with an alarm sound. Erase some of
the messages before you start
recording again.
• If you press
zX
REC/PAUSE after
you have recorded 99 messages,
“FULL” will flash with an alarm
sound. Select another folder or erase
some of the messages.
Starting recording
automatically in response
to the sound — Advanced
VOR function
When VOR (voice operated
recording) is set to ON in the menu,
recording starts when the recorder
detects sound. (“VOR” is displayed
in the display window.)
Recording stops when no sound is
heard. (“VOR PAUSE” flashes in
the display window.)
Note
VOR function is affected by the sound
around you. Set the microphone
sensitivity to “H (high)” or “L (low)”
using the menu. If recording is not
satisfactory after you have changed
the microphone sensitivity, or for
important recording, set VOR to OFF.
Playing Back Messages
B
Getting started
Troubleshooting
Before taking the unit for repair, check the following
sections. Should any problem persist after you have
made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
The unit does not operate.
• The batteries have been inserted with incorrect
polarity.
• The batteries are weak.
• The buttons are locked with the HOLD switch. (If
you press any button, “HOLD” will flash for 3
seconds.)
No sound comes from the speaker.
• The ear receiver or headphones are plugged in.
• The volume is turned down completely.
“FULL” is displayed and you cannot start
recording.
• The memory is full. Erase some of the messages.
• 99 messages have been recorded in the selected
folder. Select another folder or erase some of the
messages.
Noise is heard.
• An object, such as your finger, etc., accidentally
rubbed or scratched the unit during recording so
that noise was recorded.
• The unit was placed near an AC power source, a
fluorescent lamp or a mobile phone during
recording or playback.
• Plug of the connected microphone was dirty when
recording. Clean the plug.
• Ear receiver/headphones plug is dirty. Clean the
plug.
Recording level is low.
• Set the microphone sensitivity to “H (high)” using
the menu.
Recording is interrupted.
• The advanced VOR function is activated. Set VOR
to “OFF”.
Recording level is unstable (when recording
music, etc.).
• This unit is designed to automatically adjust the
recording level when recording meetings, etc., and
is not suitable for music recording.
“--Y--M--D” or “--:--” is displayed.
• You have not set the clock.
“--Y--M--D” or “--:--” is displayed on the REC
DATE display.
• The date and time of recording will not be
displayed if you recorded the message when the
clock was not set.
You cannot divide a message.
• You cannot divide a message in a folder which has
99 messages.
• If you divide messages frequently, the unit may
become unable to divide a message.
• You cannot divide a message in the first or the last
1 second of a message.
It takes longer for the unit to start
operation.
• If you divide messages too frequently while the
unit is recording them, the following phenomenon
may occur: The OPR indicator keeps flashing, and
you cannot operate the unit for a certain period.
This is not a malfunction. Wait until the OPR
indicator goes off.
You cannot record messages up to the
maximum recording time.
• If you record messages in a mixture of HQ, SP and
LP modes, the recordable time varies from the
maximum HQ mode recording time to the
maximum LP mode recording time.
• No more recording can be made when 99 messages
each have been recorded in a folder.
• Due to the limitation of the IC recording system,
this unit records in the minimum recording unit. If
the length of each message cannot be divided by
the minimum recording unit, the remaining
recording time may decrease by more than the
total length of the messages.
The unit does not operate correctly.
• Take out the batteries and insert them again.
Please note that recorded messages may be erased
during service or repair work.
Playing back a message
repeatedly
— Repeat Play
During playback, press
Nx
PLAY/STOP for more than
one second.
“
“ will be displayed and the
selected message will be played
back repeatedly.
To resume normal playback, press
Nx
PLAY/STOP again. To stop
playback, press
x
STOP.
Playing back all messages
in a folder continuously
— Continuous Play
You can select the continuous play
mode with the CONT in the menu.
When you set CONT to ON, you
can play back all messages in a
folder continuously.
Searching forward/
backward during playback
(Cue/Review)
To search forward, keep
>
+
pressed during playback and
release the button at the point you
wish to resume playback.
To search backward, keep –
.
pressed during playback and
release the button at the point you
wish to resume playback.
If you keep
>
+ or –
.
pressed,
the unit starts to search at higher
speed.
For the first 10 seconds of cue/
review, fast playback sound can be
heard. When searching at a higher
speed, playback sound will not be
heard.
During cue/review, the counter
will be displayed, regardless of the
display mode setting.
1
Tip
When fast playback is done to the end
of the last message, “END” flashes for
5 seconds. (You cannot hear the
playback sound.) If you keep –
.
pressed while “END” is flashing, the
messages are played back rapidly, and
normal playback will start at the point
you release the button.
When “END” stops flashing and the
OPR indicator goes off, the unit will
stop at the beginning of the last
message.
If the last message is long and you
wish to start playback at a later part of
the message, keep
>
+ pressed to
play back the message to the end and
then press –
.
while “END” is
flashing to go back to the desired
point.
(For messages other than the last one,
go to the beginning of the next
message and play backward to the
desired point.)
1
Press –
.
or
>
+ to select
the digits of the year.
Make sure to insert both
of the batteries from
their – ends.
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1
Press MENU/DISPLAY for more
than 1 second until “MODE”
appears in the display window.
The unit enters the menu mode.
Selecting the Microphone Sensitivity
1
Press MENU/DISPLAY for more than 1 second until
“MODE” appears in the display window.
2
Press –
.
or
>
+ to select “SENS” and press
Nx
PLAY/STOP.
3
Press –
.
or
>
+ to select “H (high sensitivity)”
or “L (low sensitivity)” and press
Nx
PLAY/STOP.
4
Press MENU/DISPLAY to exit the menu mode.
If the battery compartment lid is
accidentally detached, attach it as
illustrated.
Press –
.
or
>
+ to
display the desired
message number.
>
+: for larger
message number
–
.
: for smaller
message number
Counter
display*
Selected message number
Number of
messages in
a folder
2
Adjust the volume
with the VOL control.
i
(earphone) jack
1
Press
Nx
PLAY/STOP.
Counter display (or the
selected display mode)
x
STOP
OPR indicator
(lights in green during
playback.)
1
Press
zX
REC/PAUSE.
* The display selected
with the MENU/
DISPLAY button
appears.
Current message
number
Counter display*
2
Speak to the
built-in
microphone.
OPR indicator
(lights in red during
recording.)
Remaining memory
indicator
Recording mode
Press
x
STOP.
The unit stops at the
beginning of the current
recording.
Nx
PLAY/STOP
–
.
(Review)
zX
REC/PAUSE
3
Set the minute.
4
Press
Nx
PLAY/STOP at the time
signal.
The display will return to “SET
DATE”.
5
Press MENU/DISPLAY to exit from
the menu mode.
If the unit is left unused for more
than 3 seconds in the stop mode, the
display will show the current time.
1
Press –
.
or
>
+ to select
the digits of the hour.
2
Press
Nx
PLAY/STOP.
The minute digits will flash.
