Sony MZM100 MiniDisc Recorder
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Hi-MD 1GB storage capacity. Compatible with original MiniDisc formats. Includes ECMDS70P microphone and remote.
Overview
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 storage media. The MZ-M100 recorder comes supplied with an ECM-DS70P Stereo Microphone and MDR-EO931Earbud Headphone. The recorder uses affordable Hi-MD media with 1GB storage capacity. Three recording modes are supported including: Linear (PCM) 44.1kHz/16-bit, ATRAC3plus 256kbps (Hi-SP) mode and ATRAC3plus 64bps (Hi-LP) mode. The recorder supports USB uploading + downloading with PC (using supplied Sonic Stage software), and USB uploading with MAC (using supplied Hi-MD WAV importer software), allowing transferring audio recordings to a 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.
Features:
6 line large EL (Organic Electroluminescence) display
Ability to record from multiple sources (USB, Line In, Mic In)
Self record uploading allows transferring Hi-MD recordings onto a computer as a .wav file
Up to 33 hours of battery life with rechargeable battery (supplied) and 1 "AA" battery
Hi-MD selectable recording time provides 94 minutes of uncompressed PCM linear audio, or up to 34 hours of ATRAC3plus compressed audio
Compatible with both Hi-MD media and standard MiniDisc media
Data file storage allows storing data files on Hi-MD discs along with audio recordings
Music and data transfer powered by… read more USB
Digital amplifier
Includes ECMDS70P microphone and remote
Hi-MD Recording Format
First and foremost: high sound quality. Up to 94 minutes of high quality PCM Linear recordings (equal to CD) are possible. Alternatively, selection for high quality ATRAC3plus compressed audio recordings allows up to 34 hours of recording on one Hi-MD disc.
Hi-MD Media
Affordable Hi-MD media. 1GB high-capacity storage for several dollars, re-writeable, plus it's durable due to it's protected enclosure! Compared to other more expensive digital storage technologies used for portable audio recording; your important audio recordings have the option of remaining on Hi-MD media, because you won't have to immediately transfer them to a computer just to reclaim a piece of cost-prohibitive storage media. In addition; Hi-MD media is rewritable, so it can also be reused over and over.
Compatible with Both Hi-MD and Standard MiniDisc Media
Hi-MD recorders are backward compatible with the standard MiniDisc media. The Hi-MD recorder allows playing back a standard MiniDisc, or you can reformat a blank standard MiniDisc to record in the Hi-MD format. Note: standard MiniDisc recordings cannot be transferred to a computer by USB.
USB Data File Storage
Hi-MD uses the FAT file system, making it possible to use "Hi-MD" formatted MDs and 1GB "Hi-MD" discs as versatile media for recording data files. Hi-MD complies with USB format's Mass Storage Class, ensuring that simply by connecting a "Hi-MD" recorder to a PC it is immediately recognized as an external storage device.
6 Line Large EL (Organic Electroluminescence) Display
Attractive LCD display on the recorder makes it easy to see and operate. Bright LCD display allows easy viewing in all conditions.
Self Record Uploading to PC
Upon transferring Hi-MD recordings to Sonic Stage software on your PC, you have an option to store these files as .wav files. This allows easy access to the .wav files with popular audio editing and signal processing applications.
Self Record Uploading to MAC
Upon transferring Hi-MD recordings (PCM Linear Only) to the Hi-MD WAV Importer software, these files can be stored on a MAC as .WAV files. This allows easy access to the .wav files with popular audio editing and signal processing applications. Note: Only Hi-MD PCM self-recordings made on MZ-M100 and MZ-M10 models can be imported using the Hi-MD WAV Importer software.
Recorder Battery Life (Using Hi-MD Media)
For Linear PCM recording mode, Up to 8 hours of recording, or up to 20 hours of playback. For ATRAC3plus Hi-SP mode, Up to 11.5 hours of recording, or up to 28.5 hours of playback. For ATRAC3plus Hi-LP Mode, Up to 12.5 hours of recording or up to 33 hours of playback.
Digital Amplifier
More efficient then traditional analog amplifiers by using less energy to produce the same signal. This also allows for a much smaller amplifier than traditional amplifiers. read less
Features:
6 line large EL (Organic Electroluminescence) display
Ability to record from multiple sources (USB, Line In, Mic In)
Self record uploading allows transferring Hi-MD recordings onto a computer as a .wav file
Up to 33 hours of battery life with rechargeable battery (supplied) and 1 "AA" battery
Hi-MD selectable recording time provides 94 minutes of uncompressed PCM linear audio, or up to 34 hours of ATRAC3plus compressed audio
Compatible with both Hi-MD media and standard MiniDisc media
Data file storage allows storing data files on Hi-MD discs along with audio recordings
Music and data transfer powered by… read more USB
Digital amplifier
Includes ECMDS70P microphone and remote
Hi-MD Recording Format
First and foremost: high sound quality. Up to 94 minutes of high quality PCM Linear recordings (equal to CD) are possible. Alternatively, selection for high quality ATRAC3plus compressed audio recordings allows up to 34 hours of recording on one Hi-MD disc.
Hi-MD Media
Affordable Hi-MD media. 1GB high-capacity storage for several dollars, re-writeable, plus it's durable due to it's protected enclosure! Compared to other more expensive digital storage technologies used for portable audio recording; your important audio recordings have the option of remaining on Hi-MD media, because you won't have to immediately transfer them to a computer just to reclaim a piece of cost-prohibitive storage media. In addition; Hi-MD media is rewritable, so it can also be reused over and over.
Compatible with Both Hi-MD and Standard MiniDisc Media
Hi-MD recorders are backward compatible with the standard MiniDisc media. The Hi-MD recorder allows playing back a standard MiniDisc, or you can reformat a blank standard MiniDisc to record in the Hi-MD format. Note: standard MiniDisc recordings cannot be transferred to a computer by USB.
USB Data File Storage
Hi-MD uses the FAT file system, making it possible to use "Hi-MD" formatted MDs and 1GB "Hi-MD" discs as versatile media for recording data files. Hi-MD complies with USB format's Mass Storage Class, ensuring that simply by connecting a "Hi-MD" recorder to a PC it is immediately recognized as an external storage device.
6 Line Large EL (Organic Electroluminescence) Display
Attractive LCD display on the recorder makes it easy to see and operate. Bright LCD display allows easy viewing in all conditions.
Self Record Uploading to PC
Upon transferring Hi-MD recordings to Sonic Stage software on your PC, you have an option to store these files as .wav files. This allows easy access to the .wav files with popular audio editing and signal processing applications.
Self Record Uploading to MAC
Upon transferring Hi-MD recordings (PCM Linear Only) to the Hi-MD WAV Importer software, these files can be stored on a MAC as .WAV files. This allows easy access to the .wav files with popular audio editing and signal processing applications. Note: Only Hi-MD PCM self-recordings made on MZ-M100 and MZ-M10 models can be imported using the Hi-MD WAV Importer software.
Recorder Battery Life (Using Hi-MD Media)
For Linear PCM recording mode, Up to 8 hours of recording, or up to 20 hours of playback. For ATRAC3plus Hi-SP mode, Up to 11.5 hours of recording, or up to 28.5 hours of playback. For ATRAC3plus Hi-LP Mode, Up to 12.5 hours of recording or up to 33 hours of playback.
Digital Amplifier
More efficient then traditional analog amplifiers by using less energy to produce the same signal. This also allows for a much smaller amplifier than traditional amplifiers. read less
Specs
Format: Digital Audio MiniDisc System
Laser Diode Properties: Emission duration: continuous, Laser output: less than 44.6 uW (This output is the value measured at a distance of 200 mm from the lens surface on the optical pick-up block with 7 mm aperture.)
Recording and Playback Time With Hi-MD Media: PCM Linear Mode (44.1kHz/16-bit) : 1 hour 34 minutes; Hi-SP Mode(ATRAC3plus 256kbs): 7 hours 55 minutes; Hi-LP Mode (ATRAC3plus 64kbps): 34 hours
Revolutions: Approximately 350 rpm to 3000 rpm (CLV)
Error Correction: Hi-MD: LDC (Long Distance Code) / BIS (Burst Indicator Subcode); MD: ACIRC (Advanced Cross Interleave Reed Solomon Code)
Sampling Frequency: 44.1kHz
Audio Formats Supported: Recording: Linear PCM (44.1khz 16-bit), ATRAC3plus (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding 3 plus) (Hi-SP/Hi-LP); Playback: Linear PCM, ATRAC3plus, ATRAC3, ATRAC, MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3/Sampling Frequency 44.1kHz/Bit rate 32-320 kbps (constant /variable bit rate))
Modulation System: Hi-MD: 1-7RLL (Run Length Limited)/ (PRML (Partial Response Maximum Likelihood). MD: EFM (8 to 14 Modulation)
Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz +/ -3dB
Mic Input: Stereo mini-jack (minimum input level 0.13mV)
Line Input: Stereo mini-jack for analog input (minimum input level 49 mV) or Optical (digital) input. The line in (opt) jack is used to connect either a digital (optical) cable or a line (analog) cable
Outputs: Headphone stereo mini-jack/ dedicated remote control jack
Headphone Output: 5 mW + 5 mW (16 ohms)
Power Requirement for Sony Power Adapter Connected at the DC IN 3 V Jack: 120V AC @ 60 Hz
Power Requirements for the Recorder: Nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery NH-14WM, LR6 (Size AA) alkaline battery, AC power adapter DC 3V
Recording Battery Life using Hi-MD Media: Recording with fully charged NH-14WM Battery: In Linear PCM Mode 5.5 hours; In Hi-SP Mode 7.5 hours; In Hi-LP Mode 8.5 hours. With LR6 Battery Only: In Linear PCM Mode 2 hours; In Hi-SP Mode 3 hours; In Hi-LP Mode 3 hours. With NH-14WM Battery and LR6 Battery: In Linear PCM Mode 8 hours; In Hi-SP Mode 11.5 hours; In Hi-LP Mode 12.5 hours
Playback Battery Life using Hi-MD Media:Playback with fully charged NH-14MW Battery: In Linear PCM Mode 9 hours; In Hi-SP Mode 12.5 hours; In Hi-LP Mode 14.5 hours. With LR6 Battery Only: In Linear PCM Mode 9.5 hours; In Hi-SP Mode 13.5 hours; In Hi-LP Mode 15.5 hours. With NH-14WM Battery and LR6 Battery: In Linear PCM Mode 20 hours; In Hi-SP Mode 28.5 hours; In Hi-LP Mode 33 hours
Dimensions: Approximately 3 1/4 in. x 3/4 in. x 3 3/8 in. excluding projecting parts and controls
Mass: Approximately 4.2 oz (recorder only); 5.2 oz (including rechargeable battery)
Laser Diode Properties: Emission duration: continuous, Laser output: less than 44.6 uW (This output is the value measured at a distance of 200 mm from the lens surface on the optical pick-up block with 7 mm aperture.)
Recording and Playback Time With Hi-MD Media: PCM Linear Mode (44.1kHz/16-bit) : 1 hour 34 minutes; Hi-SP Mode(ATRAC3plus 256kbs): 7 hours 55 minutes; Hi-LP Mode (ATRAC3plus 64kbps): 34 hours
Revolutions: Approximately 350 rpm to 3000 rpm (CLV)
Error Correction: Hi-MD: LDC (Long Distance Code) / BIS (Burst Indicator Subcode); MD: ACIRC (Advanced Cross Interleave Reed Solomon Code)
Sampling Frequency: 44.1kHz
Audio Formats Supported: Recording: Linear PCM (44.1khz 16-bit), ATRAC3plus (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding 3 plus) (Hi-SP/Hi-LP); Playback: Linear PCM, ATRAC3plus, ATRAC3, ATRAC, MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3/Sampling Frequency 44.1kHz/Bit rate 32-320 kbps (constant /variable bit rate))
Modulation System: Hi-MD: 1-7RLL (Run Length Limited)/ (PRML (Partial Response Maximum Likelihood). MD: EFM (8 to 14 Modulation)
Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz +/ -3dB
Mic Input: Stereo mini-jack (minimum input level 0.13mV)
Line Input: Stereo mini-jack for analog input (minimum input level 49 mV) or Optical (digital) input. The line in (opt) jack is used to connect either a digital (optical) cable or a line (analog) cable
Outputs: Headphone stereo mini-jack/ dedicated remote control jack
Headphone Output: 5 mW + 5 mW (16 ohms)
Power Requirement for Sony Power Adapter Connected at the DC IN 3 V Jack: 120V AC @ 60 Hz
Power Requirements for the Recorder: Nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery NH-14WM, LR6 (Size AA) alkaline battery, AC power adapter DC 3V
Recording Battery Life using Hi-MD Media: Recording with fully charged NH-14WM Battery: In Linear PCM Mode 5.5 hours; In Hi-SP Mode 7.5 hours; In Hi-LP Mode 8.5 hours. With LR6 Battery Only: In Linear PCM Mode 2 hours; In Hi-SP Mode 3 hours; In Hi-LP Mode 3 hours. With NH-14WM Battery and LR6 Battery: In Linear PCM Mode 8 hours; In Hi-SP Mode 11.5 hours; In Hi-LP Mode 12.5 hours
Playback Battery Life using Hi-MD Media:Playback with fully charged NH-14MW Battery: In Linear PCM Mode 9 hours; In Hi-SP Mode 12.5 hours; In Hi-LP Mode 14.5 hours. With LR6 Battery Only: In Linear PCM Mode 9.5 hours; In Hi-SP Mode 13.5 hours; In Hi-LP Mode 15.5 hours. With NH-14WM Battery and LR6 Battery: In Linear PCM Mode 20 hours; In Hi-SP Mode 28.5 hours; In Hi-LP Mode 33 hours
Dimensions: Approximately 3 1/4 in. x 3/4 in. x 3 3/8 in. excluding projecting parts and controls
Mass: Approximately 4.2 oz (recorder only); 5.2 oz (including rechargeable battery)
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
(18 ratings)
Submitted February 14, 2006 by a customer from yahoo.com
"MZM100 - for portable recording and mac uploading there's no other choice"
this gets the job done for me until i get a digital cf or hd portable recorder in a few years.
Sound
recording live in pcm mode is the best quality imaginable in such a small device
Features
the removable media is inexpensive and excellent
being able to upload digitally to the mac is the whole point of having this device
Quality
shell could be better - plastic scratches and shows finger marks too easily
Manufacturer Support
sony replaced my mznh1 - i thought that was a horrible machine = after owning it for 9 months, sony gave me my entire purchase price back!! - I used this plus $100 to get the mzm100 and I'm very happy
The Wow Factor
not an ipod, but much more useful to me
Musical Background:
active musician
Musical Style:
techno / classical
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