Selecting the input mode and the input sensitivity of an external device (Ext. Input Setting)
You can select the type of external input (“MIC IN” or “Audio IN”) to be recorded and the sensitivity setting when you record from an external device connected to the (microphone) jack.
- Select BACK/HOME - “ Settings” - “Recording Settings” - “Ext. Input Setting,” and then press .
When an external microphone is not connected to the (microphone) jack, “Only Activated When External Input Used” appears.
- Press or to select the item you want to set, and then press .
- If you do not intend to set the input sensitivity:
Select “MIC IN” or “Audio IN.” When you press , the input type switches. In this case, proceed to step 5 to exit the menu mode.
- If you intend to set the input sensitivity:
Select the “Sensitivity setting” item that is displayed under “MIC IN.” When you press , the sensitivity setting display appears. In this case, proceed to the next step.
- If you do not intend to set the input sensitivity:
- Press or to select “For Voice” or “For Music,” and then press .
- Press or to select the sensitivity setting you want, and then press .
- Press and hold BACK/HOME to return to the HOME menu.
Press STOP to return to the window displayed before you entered the HOME menu.
Sensitivity settings for “MIC IN”
You can select one of the menu items available.
For Voice:
You can select one of the following items for recording voices.
- Auto: The microphone sensitivity is set automatically to the appropriate recording level for the input sound. (Initial setting)
- High: To record sound far away from the IC recorder or low sound, such as when recording in a spacious room.
- Medium: To record the sound of a normal conversation or meeting, such as when recording in a meeting space or during an interview.
- Low: To record dictation with the microphone held in front of your mouth, sound near the IC recorder, or loud sound.
For Music:
You can select one of the following items for recording music.
- High(Music): To record small groups, for example, a chorus, small (soft) sounds, or a musical instrument that is played some distance away from the IC recorder.
- Low(Music): To record loud sounds, such as that of a band or singing practice.
(Initial setting)
Note
- If you set “Ext. Input Setting” when “Scene Select” is set to other than “OFF,” the “Scene Select” setting will be canceled.