Sony Electronics Inc. • 16530 Via Esprillo • San Diego, CA 92127 • 1-800-222-7669 • www.sony.com
Last Updated: 07/03/2010
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Memory Stick® Media Digital Voice Recorder
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Features
Slide Switch Control Operation
Allows for one-button operation of all
major functions of the recording device.
High Value Design with Seamless Aluminum Body
Increased body size
provides a more comfortable fit in the hand while still being
lightweight.
Uses Removable Memory Stick® Media-Includes One 32MB Memory
Stick
Records all dictation on small, compact, high capacity Memory
Stick® media, and allows recorded cards to be readily distributed for
processing; Memory Stick® media ranging from 8MB to 128MB can be
inserted into the unit for different applications.
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Up to 694 Minutes Recording Time with Supplied 32MB Memory Stick®
Media
Offers the option of up to 10 hours 30 minutes recording time on
the supplied 32MB Memory Stick media which may be recorded over
and used again.
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USB Connectivity for High Speed Copying of Files to the PC
Via USB
port on a PC.
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Selective Automatic Folder Copy Function to the PC
Specific folders
automatically send its contents to a desired location on your PC.
Compatible with Dragon® Naturally Speaking® Preferred Voice to
Print Software
To easily convert your recorded files into text.
High Quality Sound-"LPEC® CODEC Technology"-16KHZ Sampling
Rate
With improved frequency response ensures excellent recorded
sound clarity.
Multiple Recording Modes: Stereo-82 Minutes, SP-260 Minutes, LP-694
Minutes
Allows different levels of recording for different situations.
Overwrite (Correction) Function
Allows the user to rewind to a location
and re-dictate from the last correct word.
Digital Pitch Control
Allows recordings to be heard at slower than
normal speeds without distortion to facilitate transcribing or editing, or
faster than normal to move quickly to a desired portion.
Voice E-Mail Function
Using the supplied digital voice editor software
can easily send audible e-mail with an attached file.
Up to 340 Message Folders for Dictation
Provide separate message
areas for different applications such as business memos or personal
reminders, for better organization and faster access.
Full Function LCD Display
Shows number of messages recorded,
recording length, date, time, and battery power remaining.
Incremental Rewind (Easy Search)
Is the equivalent of tape Fast Rewind
but without returning all the way to the beginning of each recording, to
help locate specific passages.
Advanced Digital VOR (Voice Operated Recording)
Stops the
recording during silent pauses, saving valuable recording time, then
begins recording again without missing a single syllable thanks to the
digital buffer.
Built-In Microphone
For extra convenience, eliminates the need for an
external microphone.
Built-In Playback Speaker
For monitoring playback of recordings.
Battery Strength LCD
Provides a visible signal when battery strength is
low.
On/Off Switch
Allows you to control the power by switching on or off.
Hi/Lo Mic Sensitivity
Enables the unit to record different situations, from
group meetings to individuals, more effectively.
Stereo Earphone and Microphone Jacks
Allows listening through
earphones for privacy or transcription and the stereo mic jack allows
connection of an external microphone.
LED Operation Indicators (Record/Play)
Indicates Red when unit is
recording, Green when in playback mode.
Includes Carrying Case
To protect the device and make it more
portable.
Microsoft® Windows® 98/2000/Me/XP Compatible
Specifications
General
Type of Use:
Ultra Portable Voice Recorder
Recording Media:
Removable Memory Stick® Media 32MB
Recording and Playback Times:
ST: 82 Min.; SP: 4 Hrs 20 Min.; LP 11 Hrs 30
Min.
Audio
Recording System:
Digital, Monaural Recording
Microphone:
Built-in
Frequency Range:
ST: 60-13500Hz; SP: 60-7000Hz; LP: 80-3500Hz
Audio Features
Microphone Sensitivity Feature:
Yes
Recording Features:
Advanced Digital Voice Operated Recording (VOR),
Move, Divide, Overwrite
Convenience Features
Search Features:
Cue and Review, Easy Search
Message Folder(s):
Yes (up to 340 Folders)
Voice E-Mail Function:
Yes (Using Digital Voice Editor)
On-Screen Clock:
Yes (Date and Time)
Erase/Protect:
3 Erase Options (Message/Partial Message/Folder)
Hardware
Display:
Full Function Display
Power
Output Power:
350mW
Power Requirements:
120V AC Adaptor (Optional)
Battery Type:
"AAA" x 2
Battery Life (Approx):
Up to 10 Hours
Speaker
Type:
Built-in
Speaker Dimensions:
1 1/10" (28mm) diameter
Software
Supplied Software:
Digital Voice Editor (CD-ROM)
Operating System Compatibility:
Microsoft® Windows® 98, 98SE, ME,
2000 Professional, XP Home, XP Professional
Inputs and Outputs
Microphone Input:
1
DC-In:
3V
Headphone Output(s):
1 (Mini)
USB Port(s):
1
Dimensions
Weight:
3.5 oz. (98 g) with battery
Measurements:
1 3/4" x 4 15/16" x 3/4" (44 x 124 x 19mm)
Supplied Accessories
PC Download Software
Carrying Case
Earphone MDR-ED228LP
USB Cable RK-G136
32MB Memory Stick® Media
Optional Accessories
AC Power Adaptor (AC-E30HG)
UPC Code:
027242626423
1. Available storage capacity of Memory Stick®, Memory Stick PRO™ , Memory Stick Duo™ and Memory
Stick PRO Duo™ media may vary. A portion of the memory is used for data management functions.
Actual available memory is: 32MB=30MB, 64MB=61MB, 128MB=123MB, 256MB=220MB,
512MB=460MB, 1GB=940MB, 2GB=1.85GB, and 4GB=3.66GB
2. Not all products with USB 2.0 connectors may communicate with each other due to chipset variations.
3. Approximate recording times. Battery life will vary based upon usage conditions.
©2006 Sony Electronics Inc.
Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony, Memory
Stick, LPEC, and like.no.other are trademarks of Sony. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Dragon, NaturallySpeaking,
and the Dragon logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Nuance Communications, Inc. or its affiliates
in the United States and/or other countries.
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are
approximate.
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