Sony IC Recorder ICD-SX57 User manual

ICD-SX57
Digital Voice Recorder
PC Compatible via USB (Cable Included)
256MB Built -in Flash Memory
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STHQ Recording Mode
High Performance Triple Microphone Design
MP3 File Conversion
Adjustable Recording Level Indicator
Backlit Dot -matrix LCD Display
MP3 Playback and ID3 Tag Display
Data Storage Functionality
Rechargeable NiMH Batteries (Optional)
Compatible with Dragon NaturallySpeaking®

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Last Updated: 06/25/2010
ICD-SX57
Digital Voice Recorder
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Features
PC compatible Via USB (Cable Included) you can easily transfer audio
files to a computer for processing and archiving.
Flash memory 256MB built-in flash memory Available on the
integrated circuit chip which may be recorded over and used again.
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Recording time Up to 95 hours recording time in LP mode gives you
plenty of time to record everything you need.
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STHQ Recording Mode Stereo High Quality offers longer recording time
while maintaining 2-channel recording for improved sound quality.
Conversion and Playback Playback unsecured MP3 files by dragging
and dropping files right into the MP3 folder on the device. Precorded
sound can also be converted to MP3 or WAV file formats with the
included Digital Voice Editor 3.0 software.
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Recording Level Indicator You can listen to the recording level by using
headphones while the unit is recording and adjust accordingly.
Backlit Dot-matrix LCD Display Shows the number of messages
recorded, recording length, date, time and battery power remaining.
High Speed USB 2.0 Compatible Quickly and easily transfer your voice
files to a PC.
Specifications
General
Type of Use: Ultra Portable Voice Recorder
RecordingMedia: Built - In Flash Memory 256MB
Recording and Playback Times: STLP: 11 Hrs 15 Min.; ST: 5 Hr 50
Min.; SP: 17 Hrs 50 Min.; LP: 47 Hrs 35 Min
Audio
RecordingSystem: Digital Stereo, Monaural Recording
Microphone: Built - in with DIRECTNL Switch
FrequencyRange: ST: 60 - 13500Hz; STLP: 60 - 6900Hz; SP: 60 - 7000Hz;
LP 80 - 3500Hz
Audio Features
Microphone Sensitivity Feature: Yes (SENS Settings)
RecordingFeatures: Digital Voice Operated Recording (VOR),
Digital Voice - Up ® , Overwrite, Move, Divide
Convenience Features
SafetyLock: Yes (Hold Function)
SearchFeatures: Cue and Review, Easy Search
MessageFolder(s): Yes (3 Folders)
Voice E - MailFunction: Yes (Using Digital Voice Editor)
On - Screen Clock: Yes
Erase/Protect: 2 Erase Options; Message Protection Feature
Hardware
Display: Full Function Display
Power
OutputPower: 150mW
PowerRequirements: 120V AC Adaptor (Optional)
BatteryType: "AAA" x 2
Battery Life (Approx): Up to 20 Hours Recording, Up to 13 Hours
Playback
Speaker
Type: Built - in
SpeakerDimensions: 17/27" (16mm); Built - in
Software
SuppliedSoftware: Digital Voice Editor (CD - ROM)
Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft ® Windows ® 98, 98SE,
ME, 2000 Professional, XP Home, XP Professional, XP Media
Center Edition
Inputs and Outputs
MicrophoneInput: 1
DC - In: 3V
HeadphoneOutput(s): 1 (Mini)
USBPort(s): 1
Dimensions
Weight: 2 oz (70g) with battery
Measurements: 1 1/4 x 4 3/4 x 5/8" (30.8 x 119.3 x 14.9mm)
Supplied Accessories
USB Cable
Digital Voice Editor Software
Stereo headphones
AAA Batteries x 2
Carrying pouch
Warranty Card
Optional Accessories
Connecting Cable
MIC
Active Speaker
Color: Silver
UPC Code: 027242705258
1.NotallproductswithUSB2.0connectorsmaycommunicatewitheachotherduetochipsetvariations.
2.Approximate recording times. Battery life will vary based upon usage conditions.
3.Useravailablememory=128,494,080bytes(preliminary),aportionofwhichisusedfordatamanagement
functions.
4.Actual user available memory is approximate. A portion is used for data management.
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Reproductioninwholeorinpartwithoutwrittenpermissionisprohibited.Allrightsreserved.Sony,VoiceUp,
andlike.no.other are trademarks of Sony. Dragon, NaturallySpeaking, and the Dragon logo are registered
trademarksor trademarks of Nuance Communications, Inc. or its affiliatesintheUnited States and/or other
countries.Microsoft and Windowsaretrademarks or registeredtrademarksof Microsoft Corporationinthe
UnitedStatesand/orothercountries.
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non - metricweights andmeasures are
approximate.
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