The ICD-BM1 is a professional quality digital recorder that features the ability to connect to the computer for emailing, file organization, dictation, and more via high-speed USB. 16MB of removable flash memory, a large LCD, compact design, voice operated recording, multiple recording formats, and more make the ICD-BM1 Digital Voice Recorder a great choice for professionals, students, and anyone else who needs to remember personal notes, conversations, meetings, interviews, and more.

Features

• Bundled With Dragon(R) Naturally Speaking(R) Speech Recognition Software Voice to print software

• Slide Switch Control Operation allows for one-button operation of all major functions of the recording device

• High Value Design with Seamless Aluminum Body provides a more comfortable fit in the hand and 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 5 hours 47 minutes recording time on the supplied 32MB Memory Stick 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

• High Quality Sound-"New 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

• Recording Media: Removable Memory Stick® Media 32MB

• Recording and Playback Times: ST: 82 Min.; SP: 4 Hrs 20 Min.; LP 11 Hrs 30 Min.

• Recording System: Digital, Monaural Recording

• Microphone: Built-in

• Frequency Range: ST: 60-13500Hz; SP: 60-7000Hz; LP: 80-3500Hz

• Microphone Sensitivity Feature: Yes

• Recording Features: Advanced Digital Voice Operated Recording (VOR), Move, Divide, Overwrite

• Erase/Protect: 3 Erase Options (Message/Partial Message/Folder)

• Search Features: Cue and Review, Easy Search

• Message Folder(s): Yes (up to 340 Folders)

• Voice E-Mail Function: Yes (Using Digital Voice Editor)

• Clock: Yes (Date and Time)

• Display: Full Function Display

• Power Requirements: 120V AC Adaptor (Optional)

• Battery Life (Approx.): Up to 10 Hours

• Battery Type: "AAA" x 2

• Weight: 3.5 oz. (98 g) with battery

• Measurements: 1 3/4" x 4 15/16" x 3/4" (44 x 124 x 19mm)

Included Accessories

• Dragon® NaturallySpeaking® Preferred Voice to Print Software Version 9 Recorder Edition

• PC Download Software

• Carrying Case

• USB Cable

• 32MB Memory Stick® Media