When you set the “Sensitivity setting” item for “Built-in Mic Setting”/“Ext. Input Setting” to “Manual,” you can adjust the recording level manually, according to the sound source. If necessary, you can also utilize the “LIMITER” setting in the menu to reduce sound distortion.
Select MENU - “Built-in Mic Setting” - “Sensitivity setting” of “Stereo Mic.” - “Manual.”
Select MENU - “Built-in Mic Setting” - “Sensitivity setting” of “Zoom Mic.” - “Manual.”
Select MENU - “Ext. Input Setting” - “Sensitivity setting” of “MIC IN” - “Manual.”
Select MENU - “Ext. Input Setting” - “Sensitivity setting” of “Audio IN” - “Manual.”
The IC recorder enters the recording standby mode. When the microphones pick up sound, the level meter in the display window moves.
You can check the recording level value with the peak meter of the display window. Adjust the level closer to –12 dB, into a range that is appropriate for your sound source().
When the recording level is too high, appears () and the peak lamp (ICD-SX1000 only) lights up. In this case, press to adjust the recording level downward until disappears and the peak lamp (ICD-SX1000 only) turns off, to prevent sound distortion.
Press and hold or to change the recording level value continuously. The sound level is also displayed as a number at the right side of the level meter.
If necessary, utilize the “LIMITER” setting in the menu.