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Large Main Unit LCD Display
Displays current recording and playback
features such as recording levels, artist and mode features.
Playback Uncompressed Linear PCM Audio
Use the line in feature to
record and then play back in uncompressed PCM format. This lossless format
is perfect for self recordings, archiving existing legacy formats and recording
special occasions.
Ability to Record From Multiple Sources (Mic/Line-in)
Use the line-in jack
on the Hi-MD™player to transfer and archive legacy formats such as tapes to
low cost 1GB
Hi
-MD™MiniDisc Media. The mic input is a perfect solution for
self recordings, school concerts or meetings. Choose a maximum recording
time of up to 45 hours, or uncompressed/lossless quality depending on specific
needs.
11 Segment Recording Level Meter Display
provides a visual check to easily
monitor your recording levels from your microphone or line input.
VPT Acoustic Engine & 6 Band Equalizer
Virtual Phone Technology creates
4 distinct acoustic environments (Studio, Club, Live and Arena) to enhance
your listening experience. The EQ has 4 preset modes (Heavy, Pop, Jazz and
Unique) plus 2 that are customizable.
Dynamic Normalizer
provides a uniform volume level for tracks that may have
been recorded at different volume levels on the same disc. This eliminates the
need to adjust the volume for each song to maintain a comfortable level.
Recording Property Display Mode
indicates the present recording settings
such as recording level, microphone sensitivity and the recording mode.
Self Recording Upload Feature
Upon transferring a Hi-MD recording to
SonicStage® Music Management System, you will have the option to save
in .WAV format in a designated folder on your PC's hard drive. A file saved
in .WAV format provides you with the flexibility to import the file into a music
management application where you can manage the file, compress the .WAV
file to another format, or burn the file to a CD-R/RW.
HD Digital Amplifier
More efficient than traditional analog amplifiers by using
less energy to produce the same signal. The audio benefits are higher
resolution sound quality, monitored noise reduction and accurate sound
reproduction.
Archive Data with Low Cost, 1GB Removable Hi-
MD Media
At just a few
dollars a disc, 1GB Hi-MD MiniDisc media is one of the most cost effective
formats available.
Up to 19 Hours
Battery Life
With rechargeable battery when playing in
ATRAC3Plus @ 64 kbps.
Store 1GB / 675 Songs
and Data on Each Hi
-MD Disc
Each 1GB Hi-MD
MiniDisc will store up to 1GB of data and/or audio files.
Compatible with Both Hi
-MD and Standard MiniDisc Media
Hi
-MD™
Walkman® recorders are backward compatible with the MiniDisc media
available today. You can store 45 hours of music on the supplied Hi-MD Disc;
13 hours of music on standard MiniDisc media.
Music and Data Transfer Powered by USB
No need to worry about draining
battery power when transferring music to the Hi-MD device. The USB will
power the unit when transferring music.
Plays Back MP3/ATRAC3®/ATRAC3plus™
Audio Formats
For customers
who already have extensive music libraries, use the included software and
hardware to store and play back their collection of MP3s. For the customer
who is just getting into digital music and downloading, Sony'
s ATRAC
® format
provides higher sound quality with smaller sizes than many competing formats.
This enables the user to store more music and have longer listening times.
Supports WMA and WAV Audio formats with conversion to
ATRAC3®
Plays back the most popular Internet audio formats, including WMA
and WAV with conversion to ATRAC3® format
Skip-Free G-
Protection
Technology
Hi
-MD Walkman® recorders come
equipped with Skip-Free G-Protection technology which provides virtually
uninterrupted playback of your music.
Data File Storage
Store and Transfer Presentations, Documents,
Spreadsheets and Photos
Up to 100x Transfer Speed
Transfer your music directly from your PC to a
Hi
-MD™Walkman recorder at up to 100x speed.
Compatible with The Connect
™ Music Store
Offers one of the most
extensive music collections online. Unique features such as Connect Sets and
live radio, make this a choice destination for customers looking to expand their
music collection. It's easy to discover, find and purchase single tracks or entire
albums. Choose from top hits and tracks from independent artists.
Specifications
General
Data Transfer Rate:
Up to 100x
Design:
Compact
Music Storage Capacity (Approx):
675 Songs
Audio
AVLS: Yes
Equalizer: Yes
Format(s) Supported: MP3, ATRAC®,
ATRAC3
®,
ATRAC3plus
™, WMA, WAV
Sampling Frequency:
44.1 kHz
Sound Enhancer:
HD Digital Amplifier
Frequency Response:
20
-
20000Hz, /
-
3dB
Convenience
Automatic Shut
-
off: Yes
Menu Options: Yes
Hardware
Headphone Type:
Earbud
Display:
1
-
Line Large EL (Organic Electroluminescence)
Memory:
1 GB Hi
-
MD (177 MB Standard)
Power
Battery Indicator:
Yes
Battery Life (Approx.):
Up to 10.5 hours recording
(when recording Hi
-
LP mode/using 1GB Hi
-
MD
Disc)
Power Requirements:
LIP
-
4WM Lithium Ion battery (supplied), AC Power adapter (supplied). USB
power charges NiMh battery and power PC connection only. Playback is not available when USB
is engaged.
Output Power:
5 mW + 5 mW @16 ohms)
Inputs and Outputs
Headphone Output(s):
1 (stereo mini jack) headphone/remote
USB Port(s):
1
Analog Audio Input(s):
1 (Mic/Optical/Analog)
DC
-
In:
DC
-
In 5.0V
Dimensions
Weight:
3.4oz (96g) recorder only, 3.7oz (106g) including the rechargeable battery
Measurements:
3 3/8 x 3 3/8 x 19/32 inch (83.8 x 84.4 x 14.7mm)
Supplied Accessories
Li
-
Ion Rechargeable Battery (LIP
-
4WM)
AC Power Adaptor (AC
-
S508U)
Walkman Branded Earbuds (MDR
-
E808SP)
SonicStage
® Software CD
-
ROM
USB Cable
1GB Hi
-
MD Disc
1
-
Line Backlit Remote (RM
-
MC38EL)
Color:
Black
UPC Code:
027242689220
1. Actual battery life may vary based on usage patterns.
2. User available memory = 1,022,066,688 bytes a portion of which is used for data management functions.
3. Calculated based on 4 minutes per song in ATRAC3plus @ 48kbps.
4. When recording in 48kbps.
5. When transferring a 48kbps file. Results may vary based on your PC and title transfer time is not included.
6. Supports unsecure files with conversion to ATRAC3 format.
7. Reduces or eliminates skipping during many active uses.
©2006Sony Electronics Inc.
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are
approximate.
Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony, ATRAC,
ATRAC3plus, Connect, Jog Dial, G-Protection, Hi-MD, SonicStage, Walkman, and like.no.other are trademarks of
Sony.
