The Best Features of Sony Digital Voice Recorders
Over the years, Sony continues to develop and enhanced their digital voice recorders. Aside from data storage capabilities using removable stick media, they also offer some unique features to capture the needs of professionals and students when it comes to digital voice recorders.
o MP3 File Conversion and Playback
Voice recordings can be transformed to MP3 or WAV file formats thru Digital Voice Editor software. Both files are easier to transfer and used in PC. One can also drag MP3 files right to the device and then listen to music thru the stereo headphones. MP3 files can be played approximately for 18 hours the most. Most models include a capacity of 5000 MP3 files in one folder.
o Digital Camera
This feature allows users to record images and audio presentations at the same time. One model includes 1.2-megapixel CCD camera with 4x digital zoom and 256 megabytes of internal memory. The digital zoom capability allows user to capture images in distant locations. It is equipped with colored LCD screen to present a capacity of 4000 images (thumbnails) and file names
o Digital Voice Up function
This feature allows users to increase or amplify volume of audio playback when speaker is remote.
o Digital Pitch Control feature
This feature allows users to manipulate recordings for easier transcription. Recordings can be heard at a slower than normal speed.
o Recording Modes
It offers adequate amount of time and choices to record audio with stereo high quality. Modes include STHQ, ST, STLP, SP, and LP
o Adjustable Recording level indicator
This feature is very useful for live recordings. By using the headphones, one can control audio while it is being recorded.
o Backlit Dot-matrix LCD Display
This indicates the number of recorded messages, plus the length, date and time of recording. It also shows the power of the battery.
o Triple Microphone Design
This allows users to record high quality and clear audio in high performance recordings.
o USB Direct Connection
This feature allows users to directly plug the digital voice recorder to the USB port of the computer. Transfer of files is easier and faster since there is no need for cables. Pc connectivity is important for transferring and archiving files.
o Drag & Drop File Transfer
This feature allows users to drag files from the PC to the recorder without the need for software. This functions with the use of a high speed USB.
o Message Folders
The best models include up to 340 message folders. This contains files like business memos, correspondences, and reminders.
o Single Function Buttons
They are located in the front area of the units and are ergonomically designed for users. This allows user to easily control the recorder
o LED Operation Indicators (Record/Play)
This allows users to determine thru color indicator function. Red indicates recording while green is for playback.
o Voice E-Mail Function
This allows users to send audible email and file thru the digital voice editor software.
o Incremental Rewind (Easy Search)
This allows users to playback and search a particular audio file without staring from the beginning.
o USB Docking Station
This allows users to transfer files to the PC and recharge batteries conveniently.
o Selective Automatic Folder Copy Function to the PC
Users can easily drag folders to specified locations to the PC.
