
Sony Electronics Inc. 
• 
16530 Via Esprillo 
• 
San Diego, CA 92127 
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1-800-222-7669 
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www.sony.com
Memory Stick
® 
Media Digital Voice Recorder
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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.
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.
USB Connectivity for High Speed Copying of Files to the PC  Via USB 
port on a PC.
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.AvailablestoragecapacityofMemoryStick®
, 
MemoryStickPRO™
, 
MemoryStickDuo™andMemory
StickPRODuo™
mediamayvary.Aportionofthe memory is used for data management functions. 
Actualavailablememoryis:32MB=30MB, 64MB=61MB, 128MB=123MB,256MB=220MB,
512MB=460MB,1GB=940MB,2GB=1.85GB,and4GB=3.66GB 
2.Not all products with USB 2.0 connectors may communicatewith each other due to chipset variations.
 
3.Approximate recording times. Battery lifewill vary based upon usageconditions.
 
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Reproductioninwholeorinpartwithoutwritten permission is prohibited. All rightsreserved.Sony,Memory
Stick,LPEC,andlike.no.otheraretrademarksofSony. Microsoft and Windows are trademarksorregistered
trademarksofMicrosoftCorporationintheUnited States and/or other countries.Dragon,NaturallySpeaking,
andtheDragon logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Nuance Communications, Inc. oritsaffiliates
inthe United States and/or other countries. 
 
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non
-
metricweightsandmeasures are 
approximate.