This Hi-MD™ portable audio recorder is ideal for journalists and musicians who need to make high-quality stereo audio recordings using cost-effective removable media. The MZ-M200 recorder comes supplied with an ECM-DS70P Stereo Microphone and MDR-EO931Earbud Headphone. The recorder uses affordable Hi-MD™ media with 1 GB storage capacity. Three Hi-MD recording modes are supported including: Linear (PCM) 44.1kHz/16-bit, ATRAC3plus 256kbps (Hi-SP) mode and ATRAC3plus 64bps (Hi-LP) mode. In addition, three conventional MD recording modes are supported including: ATRAC 292kbps (SP), ATRAC3 132kbps (LP2) and ATRAC3 66kbps (LP4). The recorder supports USB 2.0 uploading + downloading with PC (using supplied Sonic Stage software), and USB uploading with MAC (using supplied Hi-MD Music Transfer software), allowing transferring audio recordings to a computer and storing them on the computer in .Wav file format. This Hi-MD™ device can also be used as a USB mass storage device, allowing storing data files on the Hi-MD™ disc along with audio recordings. Hi-MD RECORDING FORMAT
Highlights:
- Compatible with both Hi-MD™ media and standard MiniDisc media
- Hi-MD™ selectable recording times provides 94 minutes of uncompressed PCM linear audio, or up to 34 hours of ATRAC3plus compressed audio
- Hi-MD™ self record uploading allows transferring self-recordings onto a computer and storing them as a .wav file
- Conventional MD recording modes (SP, LP2 and LP4) allow making conventional MD recordings (using MD media) when playback compatibility with a conventional MD deck is desired
- Conventional MD self-recordings can be uploaded via USB 2.0 to WIN PC using supplied Sonic Stage software (Excludes EMD content, Checked-out MD content or NETMD content)
- High-Speed USB 2.0
| General Specifications | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Frequency Response | 20-20,000 Hz +/ -3dB |
| Audio Formats Supported | Linear PCM, ATRAC3plus, ATRAC, ATRAC3, MP3 |
| Battery Life | Linear PCM recording mode, Up to 6 hours of recording, or up to 10 hours of playback. |
| Dimensions | 3 3/8 x 3 3/8 x 19/32 inches |
| Error Correction | Hi-MD: LDC (Long Distance Code) / BIS (Burst Indicator Subcode); MD: ACIRC |
| Format | Digital Audio MiniDisc System |
| Headphone Output | 5 mW + 5 mW (16 ohms) |
| Hi-MD Recording and Playback Time With Hi-MD Media | PCM Linear Mode: 1 hour 34 minutes; Hi-SP Mode: 7 hours 55 minutes; Hi-LP Mode: 34 hours |
| Inputs | Mic Input: Stereo mini-jack (minimum input level 0.13mV) |
| Laser Diode Properties | Emission duration: continuous; Laser output: less than 44.6 uW |
| Line Input | Stereo mini-jack for analog input (minimum input level 49 mV) or Optical (digital) input. |
| Line Input (OPT) | The line in (opt) jack is used to connect either a digital (optical) cable or a line (analog) cable |
| MD Recording and Playback Time With 80 Min MD Media | SP Mode: 1 hour 20 minutes; LP2 Mode: 2 hours 40 minutes; LP4 Mode: 5 hours 20 minutes |
| Modulation System | Hi-MD: 1-7RLL (Run Length Limited)/ (PRML (Partial Response Maximum Likelihood). MD: EFM |
| Outputs | Headphone stereo mini-jack/ dedicated remote control jack |
| Power Requirements | External: AC 120V AC @ 60 Hz Internal Battery: Lithium-ion rechargeable battery (Model LIP-4WM) 3.7 V, 370 mAh, Li-ion |
| Revolutions | Approximately 350 rpm to 3000 rpm (CLV) |
| Sampling Frequency | 44.1 kHz |
| Sampling Rate Converter | Optical (digital) input: 32kHz/44.1kHz/48kHz |
| Sony Power Adaptor (AC-S50BU) | AC 120V AC @ 60 Hz; DC 5 Volts |
| Weight | 3.4 oz |
Supplied Accessories
| Model: | Description: | U.S. List Price: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supplied with ECM-DS70P Stereo Microphone and MDR-EO931 Earbud Headphones | |||
| Supplied with Sonic Stage software for PC and Hi-MD Music Transfer software for MAC | |||
| USB cable | |||
| 1GB Hi-MD disc | |||
| Lithium Ion rechargeable battery (LIP-4WM) | |||
| AC power adapter (AC-S508U) | |||
| 1 Line Backlit Remote Control (RM-MC38EL) | |||
| Carrying pouch |
Optional Accessories
| Model: | Description: | U.S. List Price: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MDR7509HD | Professional Studio Headphones | $265.00 | Get details |
| ECM957PRO | Electret Condenser MS Stereo Mic | $475.00 | Get details |
| MDR7506 | Professional Studio Headphones | $130.00 | Get details |
| POC20AP | Optical Cable | $30.00 | Get details |
| ECM-957PRO Stereo Condenser Microphone |
Product Brochure
| Description: | Release Date: | Type/Size: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MZ-M200 Hi-MD Recorder | 06/21/2006 | pdf / 944K | Download now |
Product Manual
| Description: | Release Date: | Type/Size: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| macv20manual.pdf | 07/19/2006 | pdf / 252K | Download now |
| mzm200manual.pdf | 07/19/2006 | pdf / 4,037K | Download now |