Sony TCM-230DV Specification Guide

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Includes AC Charger Kit (2 NiMH Rechargeable Batteries, Battery
Charger and AC Adapter) all you need to keep your recorder charged

• Double Recording Time gives you the option of recording on a

standard cassette at either normal speed or half the normal speed, for
extended recording or dictation sessions

• Voice Operated Recording activates the recorder only when audible

sound is present, conserving tape and eliminating soundless passages

• Long Battery Life—25 Hours is made possible by advanced

technology which extends battery power beyond previous limits

• Playback Speed Control lets you adjust playing speed as much as

+30% or -15% for easier review of recorded information

• LED Battery Level Indicator provides visible indication of battery

power remaining 

• Built-In Microphone for extra convenience eliminates the need for an

external microphone in many situations

• Earphone and Microphone Jacks provide sound in both ears 

when using an optional stereo headset and ability to record from an
optional microphone

• Clear Voice™ Recording System sound system enhances voice

quality during recording and playback for greater clarity

• One Touch Record from Playback for simplified quick 

play/record operation

• Cue and Review Function provides sound during fast forward and

rewind modes to help find specific passages 

Automatic Recording Level Control uses advanced

circuitry to ensure correct recording level

• DC-In Jack permits two-way power operation, using available

replaceable batteries or supplied AC power adapter

• Hinged Battery Lid makes it easy to open and close the battery lid for

easy replacement of batteries, and prevents loss 

• Includes Carrying Strap provides a secure, convenient band to hold

onto or carry the unit.

Recording System: 2 Track, 1 Channel, Standard Cassette

Frequency Response: 250-6,300Hz

Speaker: 2" (50mm) dia.

Speaker Output: 350mW

Inputs: DC-In jack 3V

External Microphone

Outputs: Earphone (mini jack)

Power Requirements: DC 3V, “AA” x 2

Battery Life (Approx.): Rec/Play: 25 Hours* Continuous Recording w/Sony

Alkaline Batteries (optional)

LED: w/Battery Indicator

Built-In Mic: Yes

Color: Silver

Dimensions (WHD): 3

3

⁄

8

" x 4

1

⁄

2

" x 1

3

⁄

8

" (86.9 x 116.3 x 36.5mm)

Weight: 6 oz. (169g)

Supplied Accessories: Hand Strap, Battery Charger BCA-30E, AC-E30HG 

AC Adapter, 2 “AA” NiMH Rechargeable Batteries

©2004 Sony Electronics Inc.

Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony,

Clear Voice and Sony-Matic are trademarks of Sony.

Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures

are approximate.

* Actual battery time may vary upon usage pattern. 

Standard Cassette Voice Recorder

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Sony Electronics Inc.
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Park Ridge, New Jersey 07656
www.sony.com
Printed in USA 2/2004