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Q: QuestionI purchased a PX series today & added a 32GB micro. But I need help. I can't figure out how to set up the unit to record directly to the 32GB card & not to the Default setting of the unit. Can you provide/direct me to the step-by-step keystroke instructio

Asked 7 years ago by Steve.

• A:Answer The recorder is set to use the "Built-in Memory" by default. You have to switch it to Memory Card. Select Menu, Select Memory, Select Memory Card.

  Answered 7 years ago by Pink

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Q: Questioncan you record without micro card inserted?

Asked 7 years ago by willie.

• A:Answer Yes you can record without an sd card. Personally I love this recorder. It is a good buy.

  Answered 7 years ago by SquirrelVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionI'm not real tech savvy. Retired not long ago and would like a voice recorder to start my adventure of writing a book. How long will battery's last? If I use the card to record , is it just for safe keeping or can it transfer onto my laptop?

Asked 7 years ago by Ann.

• A:Answer Hi Ann, The battery life can be last up to 62 hours depending on the type of recording. The memory card is always an option for back-up and additional memory. You always can transfer your recordings to a computer for safekeeping. You may refer to pages 121 and 143 of the link below for more information: https://docs.sony.com/release//Help_4595548311.pdf ~Ralph

  Answered 7 years ago by SonyListens

  
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Q: QuestionTwo questions: ? I will be traveling for 10 days w/o a pc - can i record Directly to a memory card and remove that and replace with another as opposed to the units memory ? Can I connect a neck strap this unit so I can wear it hands-free Thanks

Asked 7 years ago by Steve.

• A:Answer Hi Steve, yes, you can directly record to a memory card and replace it once it is full. You may use microSDHC cards from 4 GB to 32 GB with this recorder. Yes, you may use a neck strap with this unit but the strap is purchased separately. Thanks, -Mark

  Answered 7 years ago by SonyListens

  
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Q: QuestionCan an external mic be plugged in and can audio be directly transferred to a PC?

Asked 7 years ago by Kenm.

• A:Answer Hi Kenm, Yes, you can connect an external microphone and transfer files to a computer. Kindly refer to pages 49 and 121 of the link below for more information: https://docs.sony.com/release//Help_4595548311.pdf ~Ralph

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Q: Questiondoes this device have the capability to transcribe to text on windows 10?

Asked 2 years ago by jr.

• A:Answer The device can't transcribe, but you can get the recording into windows through the USB. There are probably easier ways, but I used Microsoft Teams, opened a meeting with myself (meet now and just don't invite anyone else), shared my screen using the "share sound" button, turned on transcription, then played the file using Windows Media Player. It worked as well as MS Teams does to capture meeting notes.

  Answered 2 years ago by DCollinsVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionWill this recorder record a dog barking from 40 feet away?

Asked 6 years ago by OnlyMe.

• A:Answer This recorder will record something 40 feet away. Model Sony ICD-PX470

  Answered 6 years ago by Jane

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Q: QuestionWill this recorder record a speaker at a convention center or a guess speaker in a class room Thank you Stan

Asked 6 years ago by Stan.

• A:Answer Yes it will. Make sure you choose the right *type* of recording, there are a few to choose from like music etc. Remember to keep the mics clear, don't have them covered or obstructed.

  Answered 5 years ago by MaccaGirlVerified Purchase

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Q: Questionwill this mini recorder transcribe into text in a computer word processing program?

Asked 2 years ago by danzan.

• A:Answer I think you are looking for a microphone. Technically, you could use a 3.5mm cable from the headphones out of this into the microphone in on the computer and transcribe that way.

  Answered 2 years ago by DCollinsVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionWill this device pick up evp

Asked 3 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer To be honest, I’m not sure, but, It has picked up what sounds like one 2 syllable word and a 3 syllable word that I can’t quite make out. I’m going to try to download it to my laptop and see if I can find a program to clean it up a bit.

  Answered 3 years ago by KermdawgVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionDoes this recorder play back and fast forward. Can I transfer recording to my PC for transcription. Is it compatible with Windows 7 ?

Asked 3 years ago by Kay.

• A:Answer Yes. Easier to open the USB and use MS Media Player, the device playback wasn't very responsive to FF or REW.

  Answered 2 years ago by DCollinsVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionHow do you transcribe the recordings? I want to record my history by talking, but would like to also transcribe it for a written copy.

Asked 5 years ago by joaniebb.

• A:Answer Hi joaniebb, Please follow the steps on this link on how to transcribe your recordings into text: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/digital-voice-recorders-icd-series/icd-px470/articles/00008159 -Sam

  Answered 5 years ago by SonyListens

  
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Q: QuestionIf I record something. Can I play it back from this device. I don't care about uploading the wav file. I forget stuff. I need to record something and play it back 2 minutes later.

Asked 5 years ago by Reggie.

• A:Answer Yes, you can play it back from this device.

  Answered 5 years ago by CommunityAnswer

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Q: Questioncan I make this voice acitived. to only come on when there is a voice?

Asked 7 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Hi there! This voice recorder has a Voice Operated Recording function that allows the IC recorder to automatically start when the input sound volume reaches the predefined level, and pause when the volume decreases below the level. Check here for more details: http://helpguide.sony.net/icd/p47/v1/en2/contents/TP0001155212.html Regards, Vincent

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Q: QuestionWill this recorder work with Sound Organizer One? Or two only?

Asked 7 years ago by Pink.

• A:Answer Hi Pink, this recorder is compatible with Sound Organizer 2 only. The Sound Organizer 2 software is included when you purchase this recorder. Thanks, -Mark

  Answered 7 years ago by SonyListens

  
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Q: Questiondoes this recorder allow for bose headphones to plug in?

Asked 7 years ago by buddy.

• A:Answer Hi buddy, Yes, this recorder has a Headphone jack(minijack, stereo). Thanks! ^Ron

  Answered 7 years ago by SonyListens

  
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Q: QuestionWILL THIS SONY 470 WORK WITH WINDOWS 10 ? WILL IT WORK WITH DRAGON SOFTWARE? IS THERE ANY OTHER SOFTWARE THAT I CAN USE TO CONVERT MY VOICE RECORDING TO MY MS-WORD?

Asked 7 years ago by RAY.

• A:Answer Hi RAY, This recorder will work with windows 10 HOME and windows 10 PRO however, dragon software is not supported. The recorder supports Sound Organizer 2 only. Thanks, >Joffrey

  Answered 7 years ago by SonyListens

  
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Q: QuestionIa the Sony ICD-PX470 Digital Recorder compatible with windows 11? Where is this specified, specifically, by Sony? I cannot find such anywhere on their website. Thanks, in advance.

Asked 3 weeks ago by SteveM.

Q: QuestionHi. I wish to record digital audio from a Wharfedale Powered mixer producing live music. The tracks are going to go into a pc or tablet for editing into videos. Can I connect directly and record such tracks.

Asked 4 months ago by Phil.

Q: QuestionI'm a home owner, and I get disturbed by Tenants in the home net to mines with their loud music thumbing and bouncing off my walls will this gadget pick up the vibra tion and sound

Asked 2 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Unfortunately, it didn’t work for me.

  Answered 2 years ago by ConnieO

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