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  • Product Description:

    A sleek, pocket-sized voice recorder, the Olympus Digital Voice Recorder is perfect for people who want to record interviews, lectures and conversations. Its intuitive thumb pad controls make it easy to record, index and manage your files. Plus, it offers 300 hours of continuous recording time, so you wont have to cut anyone short. Includes 2 AAA Batteries. 1-Yr Manufacturers Warranty. PRODUCT FEATURES: - Record up to 300 hours and 30 minutes of uninterrupted audio in LP mode. - Contains four folders and each folder stores up to 100 files. - Select from three recording modes to meet your specific needs: HQ for high quality; SP and LP for extended recording. - Voice activation extends recording time by recording only when the microphone senses sound. - Index marks allow you to electronically mark where each file begins so you can easily locate a particular point in a recording or playback for easy retrieval. - Use the timer recording option to set a start and end time for a particular recording. - Playback a pre-selected file at a specific time for reminders or wake-up calls. - Slow and Fast Playback modes let you listen to audio 25 percent slower or 50 percent faster than real time. - Easy file management functions allow you to erase single files, multiple files as well as transfer files. - Large LCD for easy, quick viewing of file locations, recording status and battery life. - Extra long battery life: Records for up to 39 hours before you have to replace it.

    Product Description:

    Download and listen to MP3, WMA and WAV format books, music and podcasts This Digital Stereo Voice Recorder features 2GB of internal memory, providing up to 533 hrs recording time with a removable microSD media. It records and plays back in MP3 and WMA and plays back in WAV, plus offers sophisticated user-friendly sound editing software. Store files in 5 folders, with up to 999 files per folder. Voice guidance ensures seamless, user-friendly operation of all functions in the menu. Up to 51 hours battery life - recharge using your computer's USB port. Includes: Earphone, USB cable, carry case, strap, 2 AAA Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries, Olympus Sonority (sound editing software), Warranty Card and Instruction Manual.

    Special features include:

    • 2GB Memory for up to 533 hrs recording time
    • Voice guided menu navigation for the blind
    • Files are PC downloadable for editing, storage and all post-recording management
    • 5 folders / Up to 999 files per folder
    • Super high quality stereo recording
    • Includes earphone, USB cable, rechargeable batteries

    Product Description:

    This Olympus Digital Stereo Voice Recorder offers 4GB of internal memory that gives you more than a thousand hours of recording time out of the box, with microSD card compatibility that allows you to extend it to 16GB. Edit, upload, organize and email your audio files with Olympus Sonority software, which is compatible with PCs (including Windows 7 and Vista) and MACs. Record and play back in MP3, WMA and PCM formats with superior sound quality and easy operation.

    A super long life battery provides up to 51 hours of recording capability, and the battery can be charged when you hook the recorder up to your computer via the USB port. Download podcasts automatically. PC downloads via USB are conducted with 2.0 high speed capability. Move and copy files between internal memory and the micro-SD card with ease.

    Be a pro with the optional tie-clip microphone. A telephone recording device is another handy option. A voice guidance system ensures seamless, user-friendly operation of all functions in the menu. Built-in VCVA (Variable Control Voice Actuator) is another hands-free function that adds ease and practicality. One Year Manufacturer's Limited Warranty.

    Includes: Olympus DM-520 Digital Stereo Voice Recorder, Olympus Sonority Software CD, Ni-MH rechargeable batteries, stereo earphones, USB cable, strap and carry case.


    Product Description:

    Use Milestone 312 as your daily, portable companion and experience a new simplicity of digital support and entertainment that overcomes barriers. It represents a new generation of aids for visually impaired and blind people. Milestone 312 is furnished with a Voice Recorder, Music Player, superior Text to Speech voices, DAISY-Audio Book Player, Radio, Clock, Alarm and RFID Tagging System. This unit can play Audible.com and National Library of Congress books as well. Milestone 312 integrates enormous functionality in a small credit card size casing.

    Voice recordings in high quality can be recorded with the integrated microphone or with an external microphone. You can listen to your records over the powerful built-in speaker or over headphones. The integrated music player plays all popular formats. Time-consuming conversions are a thing of the past. Text files can be played with Milestone 312 as well. With the built-in text to speech software from Acapela, Milestone 312 converts and reads text files. Of course Milestone 312 plays DAISY books as well as other formats, including Audible.com. No matter what you are playing, Milestone 312 can increase and decrease playback or reading speed via several levels to conform to your tempo.


    Product Description:

    Record conversations, download them to your computer and read them at your leisure. Comes with Dragon Naturally Speaking Preferred. In the LP mode, you can record over 91 hours of lecture notes, meetings, or personal conversations and you can organize the recordings into 3 file folders that can be designated as business, personal etc. It stores voice files, MP3 and PC data files and offers MP3 playback with ID3 tags. Its other outstanding features include: Digital Pitch Control/Playback Speed Control allows recordings to be heard at faster or slower speeds, a priority function moves priority marked Sony's Digital Voice Recorder with Dragon Naturally Speaking Voice to Print recordings to the front of the folder, Digital Voice-Up Function increases the volume of the speaker who is distant from the multi-directional stereo or uni-directional microphone, USB compatible for fast transfer, high quality sound with improved frequency response, stereo earphone and microphone jack. The newest model comes with an USB docking station and much more.

    Product Description:

    The DS-71 Digital Voice Recorder is perfect for musicians and those in the corporate environment. Linear PCM recording lets you record in a 44.1KHz/16bit sampling rate. Record WMA or MP3 files to the 4GB built-in flash memory (LP mode) for up to 1,062 hours. For even higher sensitive audio, the microphone, with four direction microphone modes, detaches.

    Features:
    • Playback and store WMA and MP3 music files.
    • High-sensitivity detachable stereo microphone included, offering excellent portability.
    • Built-in monaural microphone for monaural recording.
    • Four direction microphones modes to capture everything and Euphony, along with a surround sound system.
    • Several recording modes can be selected including stereo recording modes ST XQ or ST HQ, and three types of monaural recording modes including HQ, SP, and LP.
    • Five voice folders can save up to 200 messages per folder. Music, Podcast, and Audible folders are also available.
    • Bright high-contrast monochrome LCD panel with backlight.
    • The new enhanced voice guidance feature gives audio notification of operating conditions as well as letting you know when the battery is low. It ensures seamless operation of various complex functions.
    • Built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) function.
    • Timer Recording and Alarm features enable automatic recording and playing at a set time.
    • The Low Cut Filter minimizes air conditioner noise and other similar noises while recording.
    • Index mark and temp mark features allow you to quickly find desired locations.
    • Variable playback speed can be controlled as preferred.
    • Choose from four playback functions: Repeat, Skip, Fast, and Slow.
    • Noise Cancel Function and Voice Filter Function cut noise and enable clear audio playback.
    • Can be used as a USB microphone or USB speaker.
    • An included remote control can be attached to the recorder to control recording and stop functions.
    • Up to 32 hours of continuous operation with two AAA batteries (NI).

    Product Description:

    The new portable digital audio book player BookSense 2.0 allows all users to access information for education, information, and entertainment, and is especially helpful to the blind and visually impaired. Students can access school textbooks, people in the workplace can stay current with journals or business magazines, and anyone can enjoy newspapers, favorite novels, a bestseller, and even their favorite music. Weighing only four ounces, it is portable, powerful and easily fits into a shirt pocket, backpack, or purse, so you can take it anywhere. With the BookSense, you can access digital talking books from providers such as the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS), BookShare, Audible, and Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic (RFBandD). Simply utilize the USB port to connect to your PC to transfer downloaded books and music to the SD memory card. The book reader on the BookSense supports several file formats, including txt, rtf, doc, docx, html, xml, brl, and brf. The media player supports a variety of formats, such as MP3, MP4, OGG, WAV, WAX, M4A, and WMA. Use the media player to listen to your music collection, including music downloaded from Apple iTunes.

    Special features include:

    • Access National Library Service (NLS) digital talking books, BookShare, Audible, and Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic (RFBandD
    • Store DAISY books, music and other digital content
    • Includes a 2GB SD card
    • One-year parts and labor warranty (6 months on the battery)

    Product Description:

    The new portable digital audio book player BookSense XT allows all users to access information for education, information, and entertainment, and is especially helpful to the blind and visually impaired. Students can access school textbooks, people in the workplace can stay current with journals or business magazines, and anyone can enjoy newspapers, favorite novels, a bestseller, and even their favorite music. Weighing only four ounces, it is portable, powerful and easily fits into a shirt pocket, backpack, or purse, so you can take it anywhere.

    It plays audio files, DAISY content, and reads documents. Secured-Digital (SD) memory card slot and a built-in digital recorder are all standard features. The media player supports a variety of formats, such as MP3, MP4, OGG, WAV, WAX, M4A, and WMA. Use the media player to listen to your music collection, including music downloaded from Apple iTunes. BookSense makes it simple by utilizing the USB port to connect to your PC to transfer downloaded books and music directly to the built-in memory or to an SD memory card in either model.

    Special features include:

    • Access National Library Service (NLS) digital talking books, BookShare, Audible, and Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic (RFBandD
    • Store DAISY books, music and other digital content
    • 4 GB of built-in memory, FM radio and Bluetooth capability
    • Includes a 8GB SD card
    • One-year parts and labor warranty (6 months on the battery)

    Product Description:

    A streamlined (5 3/4 inches x 11/8 inches x 5/8 inch) little recorder that stores up to 99 messages. It features quick message searching, through its fast forward, rewind, or skip button buttons, or the LCD display of the memo number. Has microphone or earphone jack for private listening or connection to other devices. Uses 2 'AAA' batteries (NI). LCD shows memo number, length and remaining recording time. Automatic sleep mode after 10 seconds of no use. Adjustable volume.

    Product Description:

    This clever message box can be used in the home, the classroom or an office wherever six separate one minute messages need to be recorded. At home, parents can communicate what children need to do when they come home. At school, teachers can record assignments for 6 children, record quiz questions etc. In the office, the manager can record phone messages for each employee. There are multiple uses for a message box such as this one which has six separate buttons, each one recording a distinct message to be played back one at a time. The buttons are large. To record, you just hold the button down and speak into the box. The closer you speak to the large speaker, the louder the message is recorded. When a new message is recorded, a little light flashes to alert the user that a message is there to be heard. It can be wall mounted or stand on its retractable stand. Measures 4.75" x 3" x 1.25" and uses 3 "AA" batteries (NI).

    Product Description:

    This economical memo offers two 10 second channels, which are handy for brief reminders such as phone numbers, appointments, names or lists of things to do. They can even be used to identify contents of files, book-cases, or folders by listing the items and attaching the memo recorder (or recorders) next to the contents. Long-life button batteries are included.

    Product Description:

    You'll depend on this little (2.2 x 1.4 x .5 inch) bright LED light with its 10 second memo to help you see the key hole and to remind you of appointments, numbers and shopping lists. Uses 2 CR2016 batteries (INCL). Keep your keys on the keychain, or just slide it in your pocket or purse for use in dark corners or in restaurants to read the menu.

    Product Description:

    A small flat digital memo that lets you record up to 10 seconds of information. This is enough time for a phone number, an appointment, a route or just identifying a product such as the food in a can. The hole for the key chain can be replaced with a rubber band that fits around a can or hangs on the button of an outfit. Using these memo recorders, you can identify just about anything that you would ordinarily label. Cheap enough to buy several and attach to your medication, cans of food, put into greeting cards and on anything you want to identify.


    Product Description:

    This portable note-taking center includes: a 3 x 3 refillable note pad well (note pad included), a nightlight that provides illumination for nighttime viewing and a pen. Also includes a 12-second digital recording device that can record multiple messages. Suction cup adheres to your clean windshield by dampening the suction cup and turning the clamp. The suction cup post can be removed from the note taker by sliding the component out; take your notepad with you to meetings or slip it into your briefcase. Requires four button cell batteries (included) for the recording device and two AAA batteries for the light (not included). Product dimensions (imperial): 8.75 inch L x 5 inch W

    Product Description:

    Concealed inside this paper-thin clip is a state-of-the-art recording chip that gives you ten full seconds of high-quality digital recording time. Clips to documents, folders or virtually any object. Your message is retained even if the batteries are dead or removed. LED indicator for recording or playback. Clip operates on a CR2016 lithium cell (included). Size: 105.4mm x 64.8mm x 7.4mm.

    Product Description:

    Record your own short or detailed description to identify clothing, CDs, cans of food, frozen food, and documents onto either a disc tag or an adhesive backed label. When you want to identify the item, Sherlock helps you locate the tag or label so you can listen to your recording. The red, small (4 3/8 x 2 x 1 inches) hand-held unit retains 20 hours of recording which translates to about 2000 labels. It comes with 10 attachable reusable tags (water and heat resistant) and 25 labels (freezer-safe), 2 AAA batteries, carrying pouch and cassette instructions.


    Product Description:

    Sherlock is a small (4.4" x 2" x 1") hand held device that speaks the word or phrase you have recorded on it to describe a product on which you have attached a label or tag. When you want to mark an item such as clothing, medicine, a CD, cans of food, frozen food or documents, you record its description on a tag or label. Then you attach the label to the item. To identify the object, you pass the Sherlock over the label or tag and it speaks your recorded description. You can record up to 20 minutes on each label and re-record on it. The total recording capacity is 1000 labels which equals 10 hours. Unit comes with 25 adhesive labels (freezer safe) and 10 non-adhesive labels (water and heat resistant). Operates on 2 AAA batteries (INCL).


    Product Description:

    An incredibly clever, simple to use, versatile, and attractive programmable perpetual calendar. A child, adult, or grandparent can record to do lists, daily appointment, birthdays, anniversaries, weekly or annual events and messages by pressing the appropriate large button along with the record button.
    Other outstanding features include:
    • speaks in English, Spanish or French
    • records up to 900 messages
    • has large, easy-to-see and understand buttons
    • excellent sound quality
    • lightweight and very portable
    • measures 11.25" x 8.75" x 1"
    • mounts 3 ways - wall, desk or magnets for refrigerator
    • uses "AAA" batteries (INC)
    • gives a low battery warning
    • light blinks to alert you for today's messages
    • retains information when batteries are changed
    • holds multiple messages per day
    Does not speak operating instructions. Requires sighted assistance.


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