All around recording
Introducing the ideal digital voice recorder for business, school, and personal recording, delivering Sony’s legendary ease of use with superior recording and audio playback capability.
Built-in 4 GB flash memory1
4 GB of available internal flash memory provides ample space for recording life’s important moments-up to 1,073 hours in fact.1
Mono Microphone
Capture thoughts, dictations and other details with great clarity via the built-in microphone. Via an external microphone (available separately). stereo recordings can also be made when necessary.
Memory Card Expansion Slot
A built-in Memory Card Expansion Slot (microSD/M2) allows for additional recording time via removable flash memory. It can also be used to transfer recordings to a computer.
Scene Select
Select a pre-determined recording mode with the push of a button. Automatically the unit will optimize the settings for recording notes, lectures, music etc.
Intelligent Noise Cut
Intelligent Noise Cut, a unique and innovative technology from Sony, significantly reduces ambient noise during recording for clearer playback.
A-B Repeat
Mark the beginning and ending of a particular recorded passage for repeated playback over and over again-perfect for language learning.
Track Mark
Finding an exact spot in your recording is a snap. Place up to 98 track marks in each recorded file which can be "jumped" to for playback.
Add/Overwrite
Did you forget a thought or mis-speak? With Add/Overwrite capability, adding to or overwriting recordings during playback is quick and easy.
PC and Mac® compatibility
Transfer files quickly and easily with the supplied USB cable. Works with Windows® as well as Macintosh® computers.3
Battery Operated
Two AAA batteries (included) will deliver up to 96 hours of recording time so you will never miss a beat.2
1. 1 GB equals 1073741824 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.Audio |
Audio Format(s) Supported: Recording - MP3 files: Bit Rate: 8 kbps - 192 kbps, VBR Sampling Frequencies: 16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 kHz File Extension: .mp3 Playback - MP3 Microphone: Built-in, unidirectional microphone Recording System: Digital, Monaural Recording |
Audio Features |
Microphone Sensitivity Feature: Yes (Hi/Lo)
Recording Features: 4 Modes: SHQ (44.1kHz, 192kbps): Super High- Quality monaural mode HQ (44.1kHz, 128kbps): High-Quality monaural mode SP (44.1kHz, 48kbps (Mono)): Standard Play monaural mode LP (11.025kHz, 8kbps (Mono)): Long Play monaural mode |
Convenience |
Message Folder(s): 5 Pre-Programmed at factory (400 Maximum)
199 Maximum files per folder 4074 Maximum files |
Convenience Features |
Erase/Protect: Yes Message Folder(s): Yes (400 Folders maximum) On-Screen Clock: Yes Safety Lock: Yes (Hold Function) Search Features: Cue/Review, Easy Search, Track Mark |
General |
Recording Media: Built-In Flash Memory 4GB³ and Memory Card Expansion Slot (microSD/M2)
Recording and Playback Times: SHQ - MP3 (192 kbps): 44 hrs 40 min; Max 65 hrs battery life HQ - MP3 (128 kbps): 67 hrs 5 min; Max 65 hrs battery life SP - MP3 (48 kbps MONO): Max 178 hrs; Max 72 hrs LP - MP3 (8 kbps MONO): Max 1073 hrs; Max 96 hrs Type of Use: Ultra Portable Voice Recorder |
Inputs and Outputs |
Memory Stick: Max recording time (8 kbps MONO): 4 GB = 1,073 hrs; 8 GB= 2,147 hrs; 16 GB = 4,294 hrs Headphone Output(s): 1 (Minijack, Stereo) Microphone Input: 1 (Minijack, Stereo) USB Port(s): 1 (Mini-B jack), High-Speed USB Compatible |
Memory | Memory Size: 4 GB = 4,294,967,296 bytes Available: 3.6 GB (3,865,470,566 bytes) |
Power |
Battery Life (Approx): Up to 96 hours Battery Type: Alkaline "AAA" x 2 Output Power: 300 mW Power Requirements: Two LR03 (size AAA) alkaline batteries: 3.0 V DC |
Software |
Operating System Compatibility: Windows® 8 Windows® 7 SP1 or higher, Windows Vista® SP 2 or higher, Windows XP SP3 or higher Mac OS X (v10.3.9-v10.8), pre-installed Supplied Software: Application Software, Sound Organizer (On unit) compatible with: Windows® 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista® SP 2 or higher, Windows XP SP3 or higher |
Speaker |
Frequency Range: SHQ (MP3 192k): 75 - 20,000 Hz HQ (MP3 128k): 75 - 17,000 Hz SP (MP3 48k (Mono)): 75 - 14,000 Hz LP (MP3 8k (Mono)): 75 - 3,500 Hz Speaker Dimensions: Approx. 1 1/8 in. (28 mm) diameter |
Weights and Measurements |
Dimensions (Approx) Depth: 0.84" (20.9 mm) Dimensions (Approx) Height: 4.5" (114 mm) Dimensions (Approx) Width: 1.5" (37.5 mm) Dimensions (Approx.): Approx. 1.5" x 4.5" x 0.84" (37.5 x 114 x 20.9mm) not including projecting parts and controls Weight (Approx.): 2 5/8 oz. (74 g) Including two LR03 alkaline batteries |
Footnotes |
1. 1 GB equals 1073741824 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. 2. Actual battery life will vary based on network, product settings, usage patterns, battery, and environmental conditions. 3. 64 Bit Windows Vista® compatible with optional DVE 3.2. |