Sony ICD-BM1 Digital Recorder

Professional quality sound and high-level functionality are what distinguish the ICD-BM1 Digital Voice Recorder. It features up to 347 minutes of recording time on the supplied 16 MB Memory Stick® and a maximum sampling rate of 44.1kHz. The ICD-BM1 has slide control switch operation, voice e-mail function, Hi/Lo mic sensitivity, built-in microphone and playback speaker, priority setting and digital overwrite/cut function. It is compatible with Dragon NaturallySpeaking™ Preferred Voice-To-Print Software and has USB connectivity for high speed copying of files to a PC.

■ 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 and lightweight to hold

■ Uses Removable Memory Stick® Media-Includes One 16MB 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 cards 8MB to 128MB can be inserted into the unit for different applications

■ Up to 347 Minutes Recording Time with Supplied 16MB Memory Stick® Media offers the option of up to 5 hours 47 minutes recording time on the supplied 16MB 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-"New LPEC™ CODEC"-16KHZ Sampling Rate with improved frequency response ensures excellent recorded sound clarity

■ Multiple Recording Modes: Stereo-41 Minutes, SP-130 Minutes, LP-347 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 lets you 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 meeting 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