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Digital Voice Recorder

Model number: ICD-B500
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Don't miss a thing. The ultra-portable ICD-B500 digital voice recorder features a large LCD and three recording modes for hours of storage.

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Flash memory

256MB2 Built-in Flash Memory available on the integrated circuit chip which may be recorded over and used again.

Message Folders

Separate your lists all in one place. The 4 message folders can be used for different applications, such as business memos, correspondence, personal reminders, and more.

Add-Recording

Insert and add additional information to any message without affecting the original file.

Selectable Microphone Sensitivity

Record different situations from group meetings to individual lists easily and more effectively.

Recording Modes1

Choose the quality of recording depending on how much time you need. LP Mode 150h 15m, SP Mode 81h 15m and HQ Mode 30h 25m.

Voice Operated Recording

Save valuable recording time. VOR stops the recording during silent pauses then begins recording again without missing a single syllable thanks to the digital buffer.

250mW Speaker Output

Provides increased speaker output for clear listening of your recorded files.

Recording Time

Over 1501 Hours of Recording Time in LP mode which gives you plenty of time to record everything you need and the integrated circuit chip lets you continually record over and use again.

Large LCD Display

Easily shows the number of messages recorded, recording length, date, time, and battery power remaining.

Single Function Buttons

Easily Access any of the functions on the digital voice recorder using the ergonomic buttons that make controlling the unit easier then ever.

Date and Time Stamp

Lets you see what day and time you recorded a message on.

Product Specifications

Convenience Features

  • Message Folder(s) : Yes (4 Folders)
  • On-Screen Clock : Yes (Date and Time)

Inputs and Outputs

  • DC-In : 3V
  • Headphone Output(s) : 1 (Mini)
  • Microphone Input : 1

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx) Depth : 5.3cm
  • Dimensions (Approx) Height : 26cm
  • Dimensions (Approx) Width : 15.3cm
  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 6 x 2 1/8 x 10 1/4" (153 x 53 x 260mm)

Audio

  • Frequency Range : HQ:165.625Hz; SP:7.8kHz LP: 6.9444kHz1
  • Microphone : Built-in
  • Recording System : Digital, Monaural Recording

General

  • Recording Media : Built-in Flash Memory 256MB
  • Recording and Playback Times : HQ: 30 Hr 25 Min.; SP: 81 Hrs 15 Min.; LP: 150 Hrs 15 Min
  • Type of Use : Ultra Portable Voice Recorder

Power

  • Battery Life (Approx) : REC Mode Up to 22 hours in LP3
  • Battery Type : "AAA" x 2
  • Output Power : 250mW

Audio Features

  • Microphone Sensitivity Feature : Yes
  • Recording Features : Digital Voice Operated Recording (VOR), Move, Divide

Hardware

  • Display : Full Function Display

Speaker

  • Type : Built-in

In the Box

  • "AAA" Battery x 2

Product Profile

Support

Product Warranty

ICD-B500 1 5 1 1
ICD-B500 tHIS DIGITAL RECORDER IS NOT PER CURRENT TECHNOLOGY OR USE. EVEN WITH 150 OR SO HOURS OF RECORDING TIME YOU CANNOT DOWNLOAD IT FOR SAFE KEEPING. YOU HAVE TO ERASE OLDER FILES TO RECORD NEW FILES. SONY REP SUGGESTED SOME SOFTWARE SHE KNEW NOTHING ABOUT. HOW DO YOU CONNECT TO YOUR COMPUTER. DON'T BUY IT. BETTER AVAILABLE November 4, 2009
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1. Approximate recording times. Battery life will vary based on product settings, usage patterns, environment and battery conditions.

2. User available memory=250,904,576 bytes, a portion of which is used for data management functions.

3. Up to 22 hours of recording time in LP mode.

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