ICD-PX470

Stereo Digital Voice Recorder with Built-in USB

Record sounds and voices in superior clarity with this stereo digital voice
recorder featuring built-in USB for easy file transfer and expandable
memory to capture every second. Enjoy up to 55 hours of battery life1
and adjustable microphone settings, plus Auto Voice Recording that
reduces background noise so you can always hear what’s being said.

Features
USB direct connection for quick file transfer
Transferring files to or from your computer is fast and convenient. Just plug the ICD-PX470 straight into a free USB port for an
immediate connection—no USB cable needed.
Expand your memory with the micro SD card slot
The ICD-PX470 comes with 4 GB of memory built-in, which gives you a max recording time up to 59 h 35 m when recording
in stereo at MP3 128 kbps. You can expand your memory capacity with a micro SD card for up to 32 GB2 of additional
memory—equivalent to over 536 hours (Micro SD 32 GB, MP3 128 kbps) of recording time.
Extra-long battery life for extended recording
When recording with the built-in mic at MP3 192/128 kbps, the supplied AAA battery will last for up to 55 hours.1 That’s over
two full days of non-stop recording in between battery changes—perfect for recording at long conferences and events.
Adjustable microphone range for clearer voices
Adjustable microphone settings hone in on the sound you want to capture. When you’re recording a single voice, Focus
mode captures a narrow field of sound from one direction. When you’re in meetings, the Wide-Stereo mode opens up the
range to capture everyone in the room. Choose from four “scene” pre-sets (music, meeting, interview, dictation) to further
optimize the audio settings.
Auto Voice Recording reduces background noise
Want to record someone talking? Turn on Auto Voice Recording and the ICD-PX470 will optimize audio capture settings
for vocal frequencies. The result is a purer recording with reduced background noise. And when you listen back to the
recording, Clear Voice technology cleans up the signal even more for improved clarity.
Transcription playback helps you review recordings
Getting conversations down on paper is easy with the transcription playback mode. Easily fast-forward and rewind
through the track, or create cue points that help you find your place quickly. Digital Pitch Control even lets you slow down
the playback speed so you can listen more closely to what’s being said.
S-microphone system captures distant or quiet sounds
Now you can record those faint audio sources without capturing excessive background noise, thanks to the high-
sensitivity, low-noise S-microphone. Even the sound of birds twittering in the distance can be captured naturally and
clearly
Record and listen in Linear PCM or MP3 formats
Choose from two popular file formats when you record. Linear PCM files are larger but capture more detail—ideal for
recording music. MP3 files are compressed but require less memory, making them better for recording long lectures or
meetings. The ICD-PX470 will also play back MP3 and PCM files, so you can listen to your favorite songs in music player
mode
Calendar Search finds the right file quickly
Recordings are marked by date, so you can easily find which ones were made on a specific day. Bring up the calendar to
browse through days and find the recording you’re looking for.

Specifications
Convenience
Maximum number of files in one folder: 199
Message Folder(s)
Maximum number of file: 5000 files (including number of folder)
General
 Maximum recording time (Built in Memory):
LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit (Stereo): 5 hours 20 minutes
Recording and Playback Times MP3 192 kbps (Stereo): 39 hours 45 minutes
MP3 128 kbps (Stereo): 59 hours 35 minutes
MP3 48 kbps (MONO): 159 hours
Operating Humidity 25 - 75 %
Operating Temperature 5 - 35 ℃
Storage Humidity 25 - 75 %
Storage Temperature -10 - 45 ℃
Inputs and Outputs
DC-In 3V
microSD Yes
Output(s) Headphone(Stereo mini jack), recommended impedance:16Ω
USB Port(s) Type-A, High-Speed USB
Memory
Memory Size 4 GB (Available: 3.20 GB)
Power
Sony Alkaline dry batteries LR03 (SG)
LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit (Stereo)
Recording:40 hours
Speaker playback: 16 hours
Headphones playback: 37 hours
MP3 128 kbps (Stereo)
Recording:57 hours
Speaker playback: 18 hours
Battery Life (Approx) Headphones playback: 45 hours
MP3 192 kbps (Stereo)
Recording:55 hours
Speaker playback: 18 hours
Headphones playback: 43 hours
MP3 48 kbps (Mono)
Recording: 62 hours
Speaker playback: 18 hours
Headphones playback: 45 hours
AAA Alkaline dry battery (supplied) x 2
Battery Type
AAA ni-mh rechargeable batteries (optional) x 2
Output Power 300 mW
Speaker
LPCM 44.1kHz/16bit (Stereo):20.000 Hz
MP3 192 kbps (Stereo): 50 - 20.000 Hz
Frequency Range
MP3 128 kbps (Stereo): 50 - 16.000 Hz
MP3 48 kbps (Mono): 50 - 14.000 Hz
Speaker Dimensions Approx. 0.79 in. (20 mm)
Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.) 1.51 x 4.50 x 0.76 inches (38.3 x 114.1 x 19.3 mm) (W x H x D)
Weight (Approx.) 2.7 oz. (74 g) Including two LR03 alkaline batteries
Accessories
IC Recorder
LR03(size AAA) alkaline battries x 2
Supplied Accessories
Operating Instructions
Warranty card
1. Actual battery life will vary based on network, product settings, usage patterns, battery, and environmental conditions.
2. 1GB = 1 billion bytes; a portion of which is used for data management functions. Actual storage capacity may vary based on product settings, usage patterns, operating environment
and battery condition.
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Updated: February 7, 2017