SONY ICD PX333 Digital Voice Recorder Quick Start Guide

: June 15, 2024
: Sony

Table of Contents

SONY ICD PX333 Digital Voice Recorder
Optional accessories
Parts and controls
Utilizing Your Computer
Installing Sound Organizer
Additional features
Frequently Asked Questions
Reference Link
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

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SONY ICD PX333 Digital Voice Recorder

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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.

Check the supplied items

IC Recorder (1)
Stereo headphones (1)*
USB connecting cable (1)
Stereo Microphone with Shirt‑Clip (1)*
Carrying pouch (1)*
LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries (2)
Application Software, Dragon
NaturallySpeaking (DVD‑ROM) (1)*
Quick Start Guide (1)
Application Software, Sound Organizer (Installer file stored in the built‑in memory so that you can install it to your computer.)
Help Guide (HTML file stored in the built‑in memory so it can easily be copied to your computer.)
supplied with some models in some regions.

Optional accessories

Electret condenser microphone ECM‑CS10, ECM‑CZ10, ECM‑DS70P, ECM‑DS30P, ECM‑CS3, ECM‑TL3
Rechargeable battery
NH‑AAA‑B2EN, NH‑AAA‑B2KN
USB AC adaptor
AC‑UD20, AC‑U501AD, AC‑U50AG
Compact charger & 2‑pc AAA Multi‑Use Premium batteries BCG‑34HS2KAN, BCG‑34HW2KAN

Note
Depending on the country or region, some of the models or optional accessories are not available.

Parts and controls

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Built‑in microphone
(microphone) jack*
Display window
DISP/MENU button
SCENE button
(folder) button
PLAY/STOP•ENTER* button
(stop) button
(review/fast backward), (cue/fast
forward) buttons
Speaker
(headphones) jack
Operation indicator
ERASE button
VOL –/+ (volume –/+) button*
A‑B (repeat A‑B) button
REC/PAUSE (record/pause) button
NOISE CUT switch
T‑MARK (track mark) button
(USB) connector
M2™/microSD memory card slot
HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch
Battery compartment
Strap hole (A strap is not supplied.)

These buttons and the jack have a tactile dot. Use it as a reference point for operations, or to identify each terminal.

Let’s try out your new IC recorder

Power on

Slide and lift the battery compartment lid, then insert batteries with the correct polarity.
Turn the power on.
Slide and hold the HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” for more than 1 second.
To turn the power off, slide and hold the HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch in the direction of “POWER ON/OFF” until “Power Off” is displayed.
To prevent unintentional operations (HOLD)
To release the IC recorder from the HOLD status, slide the HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch towards the center.

Set the date and time

When you insert a battery for the first time, or after the IC recorder has been without a battery for more than 1 minute, “Set Date&Time” appears, and then the clock setting window appears.

Press to set the year (the last two digits of the year), and then press PLAY/STOP•ENTER. Repeat this procedure to set the month, day, hour, and minute in sequence.
When you set the minute and press PLAY/STOP•ENTER, the clock reflects the setting.

Note
The time is displayed either in 12‑Hour with “AM” or “PM,” or in 24‑Hour, depending on the “Time Display” setting in the menu. The default setting differs depending on the country or region you purchased the IC recorder.

Select the menu language

Press DISP/MENU.
Press to select “Detail Menu”, and then press PLAY/STOP•ENTER.
Press to select “Language,” and then press PLAY/STOP•ENTER.
Press to select the language that you want to use in the display window, and then press PLAY/STOP•ENTER.
You can select the following languages: Deutsch (German), English, Español (Spanish), Français (French), Italiano (Italian), Русский (Russian), (Korean), (Chinese), (Chinese), (Thai)
There several language options you can select and the default setting differs depending on the country or region you purchased your IC recorder.
Press (stop) to return to the stop mode display.

Record

Before you start using the IC recorder, make sure that you slide the HOLD•POWER ON/OFF switch towards the center to release the HOLD status.

Press REC/PAUSE.
Recording starts and the operation indicator (‑A) flashes in orange, and then lights in red.
You can pause the recording by pressing REC/PAUSE. Press REC/ PAUSE again to restart the recording.
Place the IC recorder so that the built-in microphone face the direction of the source to be recorded.
Press (stop) to stop recording.
The “Accessing…” animation appears and the recording stops.

Listen

Press PLAY/STOP•ENTER.
Playback starts and the operation indicator (1 ‑A) lights in green.
Adjust the volume by pressing VOL –/+.
Press (stop) to stop playback.

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 “YES” using , and then press PLAY/STOP•ENTER.
The “Erasing…” animation appears and the selected file is erased.

Utilizing Your Computer

Installing the help guide on your computer

By installing the help guide on your computer from the built‑in memory of the IC recorder, you can search for detailed operations and possible solutions when a problem occurs.

Connect the (USB) connector of the IC recorder with the USB port of your running computer with the supplied USB connecting cable inserted into the connectors securely until each plug stops to the end.
In Windows: Click [Computer] (or [My Computer]), then double-click [IC RECORDER] [FOR WINDOWS].
In Mac: Double-click [IC RECORDER] on the desktop.
Install the help guide
In Windows: Double‑click [Help_Guide_Installer] (or [Help_Guide_Installer.exe]). In Mac: Double‑click [Help_Guide_Installer_for_mac.app]. (v10.5.8 or higher) Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to proceed with installation.
After the installation completes, double-click the [Help_Guide_icdp33_uc.htm] (for customers in the U.S.A. and Latin American countries] or [Help_Guideicdp33 zz.htm] (for customers in other countries) icon in the desktop for Windows (or in Finder for Mac). The help guide is displayed.
You can also view the help guide on the following Sony IC Recorder customer support home page:
For customers in the U.S.A. and Latin American countries: http://rd1.sony.net/help/icd/p33/uc/
For customers in other countries: http://rd1.sony.net/help/icd/p33/zz/

Copying files from the IC recorder to your computer

You can copy the files and folders from the IC recorder to your computer to store them.

Connect the IC recorder to your computer.
Copy files or folders you want to transfer to your computer.

Drag and drop the files or folders you want to copy from “IC RECORDER” or “MEMORY CARD” to the local disk on your computer.

To copy a file or folder (Drag and drop)

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Disconnect the IC recorder from your computer.

Installing Sound Organizer

Install the Sound Organizer on your computer.

Note
Sound Organizer is compatible with the Windows PC only. It is not compatible with Mac.

When installing Sound Organizer, log in to an account with administrator privileges.

Connect the (USB) connector of the IC recorder with the USB port of your running computer with the supplied USB connecting cable inserted into the connectors securely until each plug stops to the end.
Make sure the IC recorder has been recognized properly.
While the IC recorder is connected to the computer, “Connecting” is displayed in the display window of the IC recorder.
Go to the [Start] menu, click [Computer] (or [My Computer]), and then double-click [IC RECORDER] [FOR WINDOWS].
Double-click [SoundOrganizerInstaller_V140] (or [SoundOrganizerInstaller_V140.exe])
Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
Make sure that you accept the terms of the license agreement, select [I accept the terms in the license agreement], and then click [Next].
When the [Setup Type] window appears, select [Standard] or [Custom], and then click [Next].
Follow the instructions on the screen and set the installation settings when you select [Custom].
When the [Ready to Install the Program] window appears, click [Install].
The installation starts.
When the [Sound Organizer has been installed successfully.] window appears, check [Launch Sound Organizer Now], and then click [Finish].

Note
You may need to restart your computer after installing Sound Organizer.

Note
If you format the built‑in memory, all data stored there will be erased. (The Help Guide and the Sound Organizer software will also be erased.)

Additional features

Details of these additional features for recording, playback, and editing are included in the help guide.

Scene Selection
Noise Cut
T‑MARK (Track mark)
DPC (Digital Pitch Control)
A‑B Repeat
VOR (Voice Operated Recording) ˎ Alarm
Easy Search
Divide
Sound Organizer editing software

Precautions

On power
Operate the IC recorder on 3.0 V or 2.4 V.
Use two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries or NH‑AAA rechargeable batteries.

On Safety
Do not operate the IC recorder while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle.

On handling
Do not leave the IC recorder in a location near heat sources, or a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.

Should any solid object or liquid fall into the IC recorder, remove the battery and have the IC recorder checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your IC recorder, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

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 the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

Capacity (User available capacity12)
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.
When the built‑in memory is formatted with the IC recorder.

*Dimensions (w/h/d) (not incl. projecting parts and controls) (JEITA)3**
Approx. 37.5 mm × 114.0 mm × 20.9 mm

*Mass (JEITA)3**
Approx. 74 g including two LR03 alkaline batteries

Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association)

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, under 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 under 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 the receiver.
Connect the equipment to 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: the Sony Customer Information Service Center at 1‑800‑222‑7669 or http://www.sony.com/

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY
Model:: ICD‑PX333

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.