Questions & Answers

Q: QuestionDoes this devise require any additional equipment, can you use it by itself, held in your hand and speaking into it?

Asked 5 years ago by Barbells.

• A:Answer No it does not need anything but the batteries. We use them at work and they carry them in their shirt pocket and record while they are working with their hands.

  Answered 5 years ago by FluffVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionHow can I recover deleted recording on my recorder?

Asked 5 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Hi! Unfortunately, there is no option to recover the deleted files. ~Ralph

  Answered 5 years ago by SonyListens

  
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Q: QuestionDoes it have a USB to connect to a computer and save the recorded Files?

Asked 5 years ago by Fufu.

Q: QuestionHow do I listen to the recordings? Tennis be put underneath the mattress

Asked 5 years ago by Lee.

• A:Answer Hi, Lee! You can listen to the recording by selecting the desired file and pressing the PLAY/ENTER. You can use either its built-in speaker or by connecting a headset to its headphone jack when listening to the recordings. -Vincent

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Q: Questioncan this be used to record my piano playing?

Asked 5 years ago by piano.

• A:Answer no

  Answered 5 years ago by Juanito

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Q: QuestionHow long does this record for once you start recording

Asked 5 years ago by Snitch.

• A:Answer Hi, Snitch! The maximum recording time of all the folders is as follows: SHQ (Super high quality mode) 43 h. 25 m. HQ (High quality mode) 65 h. 10 m. SP (Standard play mode) 1,043 h. LP (Long play mode) 4,175 h. -Sam

  Answered 5 years ago by SonyListens

  
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Q: QuestionI want something i can record my voice. What is best fot that?

Asked 5 years ago by Jeffroe.

• A:Answer You can use this for voice recording.

  Answered 5 years ago by CommunityAnswer

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Q: QuestionCan you transfer the recordings onto a computer?

Asked 5 years ago by Billy.

• A:Answer Hi, Billy! To transfer the recordings from this recorder to a computer, the steps from this link can be followed: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00008643. -Vincent

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Q: QuestionCan this plug-in and record; if so, for how long?

Asked 5 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Hi, Customer! You can record sound using an externally connected microphone. The recording time will depend on the memory you have and the quality of the recording. Reference link: https://helpguide.sony.net/icd/b14/v1/en/contents/TP0000340553.html Regards, David

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Q: QuestionI just bought this product but it did not come wIth a power cord...Where can I purchase a power cord that will fit the Sony ICD BX 140?

Asked 5 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Hi! It can only be operated by inserting two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries. A power cord can't be connected to the unit. ~Ralph

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Q: QuestionIs this recorder suitable for vocal singing quality, as primary objective is individual vocal qualification for a Chorus.

Asked 5 years ago by Tim.

• A:Answer vocalization is good to excellent.

  Answered 5 years ago by bonesVerified Purchase

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Q: Questioncan recorded information interface to computer Microsoft program for typing?

Asked 5 years ago by questioner.

• A:Answer Hello, there! Great news! Yes, you can transcribe a voice file to text using Nuance® Dragon NaturallySpeaking® software. For more information, please check this link https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/digital-voice-recorders-icd-series/icd-bx140/articles/00008159. Thanks! - Romeo

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Q: QuestionWill this be able to pick up different notes from a keyboard and a singing voice?

Asked 6 years ago by Edward.

• A:Answer Yes, you should be able to hear both notes.

  Answered 6 years ago by CommunityAnswer

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Q: Questioncan i listen while i am recording?

Asked 6 years ago by sara.

• A:Answer Hi sara, Yes, by connecting headphones to the voice recorder. You may refer to this link for more information: https://helpguide.sony.net/icd/b14/v1/en/contents/TP0000340613.html?search=headphones ~Ralph

  Answered 6 years ago by SonyListens

  
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Q: QuestionHOW MUCH MEMORY DOES THIS HAVE

Asked 6 years ago by DAWN.

• A:Answer Hello Dawn, This recorder has 4 GB built in memory. Regards, Zac

  Answered 6 years ago by SonyListens

  
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Q: QuestionThe Hold*Power On/Off switch isn't working on my recorder. The switch moves, but the Hold function can not be shut off. I can't play any recordings. Any suggestions on how I can access them?

Asked 6 years ago by annd.

• A:Answer Hi jfuller99, We regret to hear that you have an issue with your SONY unit. You may re-insert the batteries of the unit to resolve the issue. Please check the link below for more information: https://helpguide.sony.net/icd/b14/v1/en/contents/TP0000340564.html Regards, Earl. Sony Social Support

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Q: QuestionCan I record a song from a recording on my IPhone?

Asked 6 years ago by UM4DJ.

• A:Answer Hi UM4DJ, External devices can be recorded using an audio cable. The external device must support the 3.5 mm headphone jack. You may refer to this link for more information: https://helpguide.sony.net/icd/b14/v1/en/contents/TP0000340659.html ~Ralph

  Answered 6 years ago by SonyListens

  
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Q: QuestionIs this voice activated?

Asked 6 years ago by Jayla.

• A:Answer Hi Jayla, the voice recorder is not voice activated. Please check the Help Guide for more details: https://helpguide.sony.net/icd/b14/v1/en/index.html Regards, Erin

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Q: QuestionCan this device be charged? If not, why is there a "plug in power" input?

Asked 6 years ago by Pristina.

• A:Answer Hi Pristina, This Recorder is battery operated. The PLUG-IN POWER port is only for the microphone. We recommend using the battery models below: NH-AAA-B2KN, NH-AAA-B2EN Regards, Zac Sony Social Support

  Answered 6 years ago by SonyListens

  
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Q: QuestionCan I recharge my ICd-BX140 via electrical mains (not battery?

Asked 6 years ago by HARRIETT.

• A:Answer Hi HARRIETT, No. This recorder does not have an option to connect to a wall outlet. You have to use batteries: https://helpguide.sony.net/icd/b14/v1/en/contents/TP0000340580.html Regards, Vincent

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