Sony ICD-FX88 Service Manual ▷ View online
SERVICE MANUAL
Sony Corporation
Published by Sony Techno Create Corporation
ICD-FX88
SPECIFICATIONS
IC RECORDER
9-893-900-01
2013J33-1
©
2013.10
Chinese Model
Ver. 1.0 2013.10
Note:
Be sure to keep your PC used for service and
checking of this unit always updated with the
latest version of your anti-virus software.
In case a virus affected unit was found during
service, contact your Service Headquarters.
Be sure to keep your PC used for service and
checking of this unit always updated with the
latest version of your anti-virus software.
In case a virus affected unit was found during
service, contact your Service Headquarters.
Design and specifications
IC Recorder section
Capacity (User available capacity)
4 GB (approx. 3.60 GB = 3,865,470,566 Byte)
A part of the memory capacity is used as a management area.
Maximum number of folders
4 folders (fixed)
Maximum number of files (for a folder)
199 files
Maximum number of files (for all folders)
796 files
Frequency range
MP3 192kbps (STHQ) (LCF OFF)
75 Hz - 20,000 Hz
MP3 128kbps (STSP) (LCF OFF)
75 Hz - 17,000 Hz
MP3 192kbps (STHQ) (LCF ON)
200 Hz - 8,000 Hz
MP3 128kbps (STSP) (LCF ON)
200 Hz - 8,000 Hz
Compatible file formats
MP3
*
1
Bit rate: 32 kbps - 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))
Sampling frequencies: 16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 kHz
File extension: .mp3
*
Sampling frequencies: 16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 kHz
File extension: .mp3
*
1
The playback of MP3 files recorded using the IC recorder is
also supported. Not all encoders are supported.
also supported. Not all encoders are supported.
General section
Speaker
Approx. 16 mm dia.
Input/Output
Microphone jack
(minijack, stereo)
input for plug in power, minimum input level 0.9 mV
input for plug in power, minimum input level 0.9 mV
Headphone jack
(minijack, stereo)
recommended load impedance: 16 ohms
recommended load impedance: 16 ohms
USB port
(USB Mini-B jack)
High-Speed USB compatible
High-Speed USB compatible
Playback speed control (DPC)
2.00 times - 0.50 times
MP3
Power output
90 mW
Operating temperature
5 °C - 35 °C
Dimensions (w/h/d) (not incl. projecting parts and controls) (JEITA)
*2
Approx. 31.0 mm × 102.0 mm × 14.1 mm
Mass (JEITA)
*2
Approx. 45 g including one LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery
*
*
2
The standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association)
Supplied accessories
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Maximum recording time
*3*4
The maximum recording time of all the folders is as follows.
MODE (recording modes)
Built-in memory (4G)
MP3 192kbps
STHQ (Stereo high-quality recording mode)
44h. 40m.
MP3 128kbps
STSP (Stereo standard-play recording mode)
67h. 5m.
h.: hours/m.: minutes
*
3
When you are going to record continuously for a long time, you may have to replace the battery with
new one in the midst of recording. For details on the battery life, see the table on page 55.
new one in the midst of recording. For details on the battery life, see the table on page 55.
*
4
The maximum recording time in the above table is for your reference only.
The maximum playback time of a music file /number of files
*5
Bit rate
Playback time
Number of files
192 kbps
44h. 40m.
670 files
128 kbps
67h. 5m.
1,006 files
h.: hours/m.: minutes
*
5
In the case where MP3 files of 4 minutes each are transferred to the IC recorder.
Battery life
When using a Sony LR03 (SG) (size AAA) alkaline battery
*1
MODE (recording modes)
Recording
Playback through
speaker
*2
Playback using the
headphones
MP3 192kbps (STHQ)
Approx. 29h.
Approx. 22h.
Approx. 30h.
MP3 128kbps (STSP)
Approx. 31h.
Approx. 22h.
Approx. 30h.
h.: hours
*
1
Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries
Association). The battery life may shorten depending on how you operate the IC recorder.
Association). The battery life may shorten depending on how you operate the IC recorder.
*
2
When playing back music through the internal speaker with the volume level set to 13
Power requirements
One LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery
(supplied)
(supplied)
1.5 V DC
One NH-AAA rechargeable battery
(not supplied)
(not supplied)
1.2 V DC
Stereo headphones (1)
USB connecting cable (1)
LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery (1)
USB connecting cable (1)
LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery (1)
Operating Instructions (Stored in the
built-in memory)
Quick Start Guide
built-in memory)
Quick Start Guide
CAUTION
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced
by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to
the instructions.
by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to
the instructions.
ICD-FX88
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SECTION 1
SERVICING NOTES
ABOUT THE BOARDS REPLACING
When the boards installed in this unit are defective, exchange the
complete mounted board.
However the USB connector (CN2101) on the MAIN board, and
microphone jack (J1401), headphone jack (J1402), microphone
(MIC201 and MIC202) and speaker (SP101) on the AUDIO board
are exchangeable. Refer to “4. EXPLODED VIEWS” (page 14).
When the boards installed in this unit are defective, exchange the
complete mounted board.
However the USB connector (CN2101) on the MAIN board, and
microphone jack (J1401), headphone jack (J1402), microphone
(MIC201 and MIC202) and speaker (SP101) on the AUDIO board
are exchangeable. Refer to “4. EXPLODED VIEWS” (page 14).
Trademarks
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows Media are registered
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/
or other countries.
or other countries.
Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the USA
and other countries.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective holders. Furthermore, “ ™ ” and “®” are not
mentioned in each case in this manual.
trademarks of their respective holders. Furthermore, “ ™ ” and “®” are not
mentioned in each case in this manual.
System requirements
To use your computer with the IC recorder, or to use the IC recorder as a USB
mass storage device, your computer must meet the operating system
requirements and port environment described below.
mass storage device, your computer must meet the operating system
requirements and port environment described below.
Operating systems
Windows 8
Windows 8 Pro
Windows 7 Ultimate
Windows 7 Professional
Windows 7 Home Premium
Windows 7 Home Basic
Windows 7 Starter
Windows Vista Home Basic Service Pack 2 or higher
Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 2 or higher
Windows Vista Business Service Pack 2 or higher
Windows Vista Ultimate Service Pack 2 or higher
Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Service Pack 3 or higher
Windows XP Professional Service Pack 3 or higher
Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 3 or higher
Mac OS X (v10.5-v10.8)
Windows 8 Pro
Windows 7 Ultimate
Windows 7 Professional
Windows 7 Home Premium
Windows 7 Home Basic
Windows 7 Starter
Windows Vista Home Basic Service Pack 2 or higher
Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 2 or higher
Windows Vista Business Service Pack 2 or higher
Windows Vista Ultimate Service Pack 2 or higher
Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Service Pack 3 or higher
Windows XP Professional Service Pack 3 or higher
Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 3 or higher
Mac OS X (v10.5-v10.8)
Pre-installed.
Notes
One of the above operating systems should be by default pre-installed. Any operating
system other than those indicated above (Windows 98, Windows 2000 or Linux, etc.),
upgraded operating systems or multi-boot environment are not supported.
64 bit versions of Windows XP are not supported.
system other than those indicated above (Windows 98, Windows 2000 or Linux, etc.),
upgraded operating systems or multi-boot environment are not supported.
64 bit versions of Windows XP are not supported.
For the latest version information and compatibility with your operating system, please
access the support home page for the IC recorder.
Hardware environment:
Port: USB port
Notes
The following systems are not supported:
Operating systems other than the ones indicated above
Personally constructed computers or operating systems
Upgraded operating systems
Multi-boot environment
Multi-monitor environment
Personally constructed computers or operating systems
Upgraded operating systems
Multi-boot environment
Multi-monitor environment
ICD-FX88
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SECTION 2
DISASSEMBLY
•
This set can be disassembled in the order shown below.
2-1. DISASSEMBLY FLOW
SET
2-2. CASE
(FRONT)
ASSY
(Page
4)
2-3. CHASSIS
BLOCK
(Page
5)
2-4. MAIN BOARD BLOCK
(Page
(Page
6)
2-6. LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY PANEL
(LCD501)
(Page
(LCD501)
(Page
7)
2-7. SPEAKER (1.6 cm)
(SP101)
(Page
(SP101)
(Page
7)
2-8. ELECTRET CAP MICROPHONE
(MIC202:
(MIC202:
L-ch)
(Page
8)
2-9. ELECTRET CAP MICROPHONE
(MIC201:
(MIC201:
R-ch)
(Page
8)
2-5. AUDIO BOARD BLOCK
(Page
(Page
6)
ICD-FX88
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Note: Follow the disassembly procedure in the numerical order given.
2-2. CASE (FRONT) ASSY
2
screw
(PTP1.4)
1
Open the battery case lid.
5
seven claws
– Rear top side view –
– Front top side view –
2
screw
(PTP1.4)
7 case (front) assy
JIG
When disassembling the set, use the following jig.
Part No.
Description
9-913-402-33 Tool for Disassembly
case (front) assy
6 Remove the case (front) assy
in the direction of an arrow.
case (rear) block
Right side:
Left side:
4
Insert the jig in the gap between case (front)
assy and case (rear) block.
Then slide it to arrow direction to remove
claws of case (front) assy.
case (front) assy
4
Insert the jig in the gap between case (front)
assy and case (rear) block.
Then slide it to arrow direction to remove
claws of case (front) assy.
3 screw
(M1.4
u 3)
case (rear) block
case (rear) block