Digital Recorders

For ViaVoice

For Dragon

Crown International carries an assortment of computer hardware products suitable for Speech Recognition. While there are many manufacturers of these types of products, our experience has been that many of these do not work properly for professional use.

The microphones and recorders that we do carry have all been tested by us and have been found to work properly with ViaVoice. This is not to say that some other products will not work properly. However, we have not been able to test these products to our satisfaction or have not been able to test them at all.

Detailed instructions for using these recorders with IBM ViaVoice are included in the newly revised "How to Master IBM ViaVoice 4th Edition CD" by James P. Cox sold separately on this web site. 

Olympus DS-4000 Slide Switch Digital Recorder Kit - $474.50

Olympus DS4000 Digital Recorder kit comes w/DSS Player Pro 4 software (with ViaVoice Interface), USB Docking Station / battery charger, cables, manual and a modified ME-12 external noise canceling microphone. 

The new DS-4000 Professional Digital Voice Recorder is a compact, easy-to-use recorder providing more than 5 hours of Transcription quality recording time. These speech dictation files can be quickly downloaded by simply connecting the recorder to your computer by placing the recorder into the provided docking station/charger and selecting the files you wish to download. This pocketsize slide switch recorder weighs around 4 oz with rechargeable battery back.

Detailed instructions for using this recorder with IBM ViaVoice are included in "How to Master IBM ViaVoice 4th Edition CD" by James P. Cox sold separately on this web site.

Features and Benefits:

• Has removable 32MB xD-Picture Card providing for up to 5 hours and 11 minutes of transcription (SP) quality recording time in Digital Speech Standard (DSS) format.   Other size cards are available.

• 7 folders for organizing notes under separate subjects with 199 messages per folder. These messages can also be easily moved from one folder to another for organization purposes 

• LCD display helps you check remaining recording time, date and time, voice activation mode, play mode (SP/LP) and (rechargeable)  battery status 

• Two (2) recording modes: SP - standard mode (for Speech Recognition) or LP -  long mode 

• Provides an external earphone jack so you can utilize earphones or headphones for private review of recordings 

• Partial erase lets you erase one message at a time or an entire folder at once 

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Olympus DS-3300 Digital Recorder Kit - $405.45

Olympus DS-3300 Digital Recorder w/DSS Player Pro 4 software, 32 MByte xD card, USB Cables & a modified ME-12 Noise Canceling Microphone.  
The DS-3300 is a professional digital voice recorder that supports removable xD media cards. These cards can then be removed and files downloaded quickly and easily to a PC by a variety of Media download devices, or you can simply attach the DS-3300 to a PC by the included USB cable to transfer your files. 

The DS-3300 also includes three folders for voice file management, capable of storing up to 99 messages per folder, all of which can be moved from one folder to another for easy organization. 

Detailed instructions for using this recorder with IBM ViaVoice are included in "How to Master IBM ViaVoice 4th Edition CD" by James P. Cox sold separately on this web site.

Features and Benefits:

• Removable xD media Digital Recorder for high-quality DSS audio

• We Include a 32 MByte xd card for 5 hours and  of dictation time.  Store your recordings in up to three separate folders. Folders can be assigned names of up to eight characters

• Store up to 99 messages per folder

• LCD screen displays message number, a real-time counter, remaining recording time, current time and date and operating mode

• Editing capability allows easy overwrite, partial erase and insert

• Indexing capability

• Built-in USB interface to quickly transfer recorded voice data to a PC. Direct dictation to your PC is also possible when the DS-3300 is hooked up to your USB port 

Software

The Olympus DS-4000 and DS-3300 let you manage all your dictation with the DSS Player Pro 4 Software. The software can even attach your dictation to an email and automatically send it.  

Optional accessories for the DS-3300 and DS-4000 include: 

• Plantronics LS-1 or Audio .60 Noise Canceling Headset.

• For manual Transcription, the optional AS3000 Pro Transcription Module with software, footswitch and earphones.

Call 800/715-4227 for more information or to order

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These Sony Digital Dictation Recorders have been tested and work with Dragon NaturallySpeaking Professional, Medical Solutions and Legal Solutions.  This is a link to a Sony demo website.  This site takes 15 or 20 seconds to load in a different copy of your browser, please wait for it.  When you are done there, just close that browser page to return here.

             Sony Model ICD-BM1  

Memory Stick® Portable Digital Dictating Machine - Our Price: $349.95

OVERVIEW:
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 supplied 16 MB Memory Stick® and a maximum sampling rate of 44.1kHz (for a total of 1,041 minutes!). 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 Naturally Speaking™ Voice-To-Print Software and has USB connectivity for high speed copying of files to a PC. 

FEATURES:
• Slide control switch operation 
• High quality sound-“New LPEC codec”- 44.1kHz / 16kHz / 8kHz Sampling Rate (Stereo with Optional External Microphone) / SP / LP Recording Modes) 
• Uses removable memory stick media - includes one 16MB Memory Stick® 
• Up to 347 minutes recording time with supplied 16MB memory stick (42 min. ST, 130 min. SP, 347 min. LP) 
• Compatible with Dragon Naturally Speaking Preferred Voice to Print Software 
• USB connectivity for high speed copying of files to the PC
• Selective automatic folder copy function to the PC advanced digital VOR (voice operated recording) 
• High value design with seamless aluminum body 
• User name & up to 340 personally named folders (set using the PC) 
• Digital pitch control in playback
• Add/overwrite functions 
• Voice e-mail function 
• Incremental rewind (easy search) 
• Recording monitor function 
• Alarm playback function 
• Built in microphone & playback speaker 
• Power on/off switch 
• HI/LO mic sensitivity 
• Priority setting 
• Earphone and external microphone jacks 
• Includes carrying case 

Call 800/715-4227 for more information or to order

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Sony Model ICD-MX20 

Memory Stick® Pro™ Duo Digital Voice Recorder - Our Price: $299.95

OVERVIEW:
Hybrid storage gives you the option of using the built-in flash memory or Memory Stick® Duo or Pro™ Duo media cards.
• 32MB1 Flash Memory and Memory Stick PRO™ Duo Slot
• Stereo and Directional Mic Functions 
• 4 Recording Modes: ST/STLP/SP/LP 
• High Speed USB PC Connectivity 
• Digital Pitch/Playback Speed Control
Over 300 Personalized Folders 

FEATURES:
The standout feature on the ICD-MX20 is the hybrid storage. It gives you the option of using the built-in 32MB flash memory, or utilizing Memory Stick® Duo or Pro™ Duo media cards, providing virtually unlimited capacity. This is a great feature if you're at a long conference, and don't have time to download your files to a computer. Just put in a new Memory Stick® Pro™ Duo media card, and keep recording. Each card can hold over 300 personalized folders, which makes organizing your audio a simple process. It's compatible with Dragon Naturally Speaking™ Preferred Voice to Print Software and USB 2.0. 
Hybrid Storage -- 32MB Flash/Memory Stick PRO™ Duo Slot --- records dictation on built-in Flash Memory or small, compact, high capacity Memory Stick® Duo and Pro™ Duo media cards, and allows recorded cards to be readily distributed for processing; different cards in capacities from 32MB to 512MB can be inserted into the unit for different applications.
Compatible with Dragon Naturally Speaking™ Voice to Print Software to easily convert your recorded files into text.
New STLP Recording Mode Up to 2 Hours 45 Minutes Recording Time Offers a longer recording time while maintaining 2-channel recording. 
Up to 11 Hours 35 Minutes Recording Time (LP Mode)
Over 300 Personalized Folders on each Memory Stick media card provides ability to organize message folders by type, such as Sales Letters, Customer Service Replies, Memos, Action Items, Personal, and more, offering the ultimate in efficiency and versatility. 
Built-in Stereo and Directional Microphones for extra convenience, eliminates the need for an external microphone. 
USB 2.0 Compatible via USB port on a PC. 
Digital Voice Up® and 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. 
Recording Monitor Function Allows the user to listen to the recording level by using headphone while unit is recording. 

SPECIFICATIONS:
• Recording Media: Flash Memory 32MB (Memory Stick® Duo or Pro™ Duo Media)
• PC Connectivity: USB 
• Speaker: 29/32" (23mm) dia.
• Input/Outputs: USB Port, Earphone Jack, Microphone Jack, Memory Stick® Duo Media Card Slot 
• Power Requirements: DC 3V with "AAA" x 2 Battery 
• Battery Life (Approx.): Record: ST: 8 Hrs; STLP: 9 Hrs 30 Min; SP: 9 Hrs 30 Min; LP: 10 Hrs 30 Min
• Weight: 3.39 oz (96g) with Battery/Memory Stick® Duo Media Card
• Dimensions:1.18" x 4.23" x .067" (36.6 x 107.5 x 16.9mm) 

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES:
PC Download Software
"AAA" Battery x 2, USB
Cable RK-G136
Carrying Case
Stereo Earphone 

Call 800/715-4227 for more information or to order

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Sony Model ICD-SX25

Digital Voice Recorder -  Our Price: $199.95 

OVERVIEW:
More storage space for all your recording needs. Up to 32MB Flash Memory. Record and transfer to your PC via compatible USB port.
• Up to 11 Hours 35 Minutes Recording Time (LP Mode) 
• 4 Recording Modes: ST/STLP/SP/LP 
• New STLP Long Play Stereo Mode 
• Includes USB Cable, Digital Voice Editor Software, Stereo Ear Receiver 

FEATURES:
Digitally record from your home or office. Sony’s ICD-SX25 Digital Voice Recorder offers superior quality features for all your recording needs. As the perfect addition to your business, the ICD-SX25 makes transcription easy. Transfer recordings to your PC via the USB port. Additional quality features include a longer recording time - up to 11 hours 35 minutes. The digital voice recorder stores up to 32MB on a high capacity IC chip, so you can re-record over and over again and still maintain great clarity. With outstanding features and a slim, compact design, the ICD-SX25 is the perfect complement to meetings and interviews.
• USB Compatible for Hi-Speed Transfer Rate to a PC: Via USB port on a PC.
• Compatible with Dragon NaturallySpeaking™ Preferred Voice to Print Software: Easily convert your recorded files into text.
• New STLP Recording Mode: Up to 2 Hours 45 Minutes Recording Time: Offers a longer recording time while maintaining 2-channel recording. 
• Slim Style Design with Full Aluminum Body: Only one-half inch thick, with Record and Pause controls located on the side of the unit for easy operation; fits neatly into a shirt pocket.
• Digital Voice Up® and VOR (Voice Operated Recording) Functions: Increases the volume of the person speaking when recorded at a distance from the unit.
• 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.
• Recording Monitor Function: Allows the user to listen to the recording level by using headphone while unit is recording.
• 32MB Flash Memory: Uses high capacity IC chip, which may recorded over itself and used again and again, with distortion-free clarity.
• Up to 11 Hours 35 Minutes Recording Time (LP Mode)
• 4 Recording Modes: ST/STLP/SP/LP
• Playback Speaker
• Built-In Stereo Microphone
• Upload MP3 Music Files
• DC-In Jack
• Includes USB Cable, Digital Voice Editor Software, Stereo Ear Receiver

SPECIFICATIONS:
• Dimensions: 1.10" x 4.72" x 0.54 (28.0 x 120.0 x 13.8mm) 
• Weight: 2.26 oz. (64g) with battery 
• Colors: Silver 
• Convenience: LED - REC: Red; PLAY: Green
• USB Terminal 

Audio:
Recording Media: Flash Memory Built-In 32MB
Recording Format: STLP: 2 Hrs 45 Min; ST: 1 Hr 25 Min; SP: 3 Hrs 20 Min; LP: 11 Hrs 35 Min
Channel Separation: Mono/Stereo 
Inputs and Outputs:
Input(s): DC-in Jack, Microphone Jack
Output(s): USB Port, Earphone Jack 
Power:
Power Requirements: DC 3V with "AAA" x 2 Battery
Battery Life (Approx.): Record: STLP: 14 Hrs; ST: 12 Hrs; SP: 16 Hrs; LP: 20 Hrs 

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES:
PC Download Software
"AAA" Battery x 2 Carrying Case
Earphone MDR-ED228LP
USB Cable RK-G136 

Call 800/715-4227 for more information or to order

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