Sony ICD-P530F Specification Guide

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Last Updated: 06/25/2010
ICD-P530F
Digital Voice Recorder with FM Tuner
 
 
 
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Features
Compatible with Dragon NaturallySpeaking® Preferred Voice to Print 
Software  converts words to text, simply by speaking! Use your DVR or 
speak directly into a microphone attached to your computer and 
watch your words instantly appear in documents, spreadsheets, e-mail 
letters, instant messages and chat rooms. You can even surf the Web by 
speaking!
Built in FM Tuner with 25 Presets  enables playback of FM radio either 
through the speaker or supplied headphones
Compact Slim Design  A slim design means it is easier then ever to 
have a recorder on hand to capture the next great idea.
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.
Over 130 Hours of Recording Time in LP Mode  is available on the 
integrated circuit chip which may be recorded over and used again.
Digital Voice Up® Recording  enhances the clarity and volume of the 
person speaking even when they are across the room
HQ Recording Mode - 16kHz (19.2Kbps): Up to 7 Hour 20 Minutes
Recording Time  provides a clearer recording of meetings, interviews, 
or dictation.
4 Message Folders  provide separate message areas for different 
applications, such as business memos, correspondence, personal 
reminders, and more.
Single Function Buttons on the Front Make the Unit Easier to 
Use  Ergonomic buttons make controlling the unit easier then ever by 
putting all the buttons where they can be easily accessed.
256MB Flash Memory  uses a high capacity IC chip, which may 
berecorded over and used again and again, with distortion-free 
clarity.
Large Easy-to-Read LCD Display  shows number of messages recorded, 
recording length, date, time, and battery power remaining.
250mW Speaker Output  provides increased speaker output.
Add-Recording Function  allows you to insert and add additional 
information to any message without affecting the original
USB 2.0 Compatible  provides high speed transfer of files and folders 
to your PC
Add-Recording Function  allows you to insert and add additional 
information to any message without affecting the original.
Specifications
General
Type of Use: Ultra Portable Voice Recorder
 
Recording Media: Built-in Flash Memory 256MB
 
Recording and Playback Times: HQ: 29 Hr 45 Min.; SP: 79 Hrs 20 
Min.; LP: 130 Hrs 25 Min
 
Audio
Recording System: Digital, Monaural Recording
 
Microphone: Built-in
 
Frequency Range: HQ: 16kHz; SP: 8kHz LP: 8kHz
 
Audio Features
Microphone Sensitivity Feature: Yes
 
Recording Features: Digital Voice Operated Recording 
(VOR),Overwrite, Move, Divide
 
Convenience Features
Safety Lock: Yes (Hold Function)
 
Search Features: Cue and Review, Easy Search
 
Message Folder(s): Yes (4 Folders)
 
Voice E-Mail Function: Yes (Using Digital Voice Editor)
 
On-Screen Clock: Yes
 
Erase/Protect: 2 Erase Options
 
Hardware
Display: Full Function Display
 
Power
Output Power: 250mW
 
Power Requirements: N/A
 
Battery Type:  "AAA" x 2
 
Battery Life (Approx): REC Mode Up to 22 hours in LP
 
Speaker
Type: Built-in
 
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: 2.3 oz. (68g) with batteries
 
Measurements: 1.36" x 4.31" x 0.7" (34.6 x 109.5 x 18mm) not 
including projecting parts and controls
 
Supplied Accessories
Digital Voice Editor Software
 
"AAA" Battery x 2
 
Headphone
 
USB Cable
 
Optional Accessories
AC Power Adaptor (AC-E30HG)
 
MIC (ECM-DM5P/Z60/TL1)
 
Connecting Cable (RK-G64HG/G69HG)
 
Active Speaker (SRD-T88/T80)
 
UPC Code: 027242711020
 
1. Not all products with USB 2.0 connectors may communicate with each other due to chipset variations. 
2. Approximate recording times. Battery life will vary based upon usage conditions. 
3. User available memory=205,904,576 bytes, a portion of which is used for data management functions, with 
default 4 folders setting. Total available space will be reduced as the number of folders increases. 
4. Actual user available memory is approximate. Portion is used for data management. 
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Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are 
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