Sony BM-87DST Cassette Transcriber

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The Sony BM-87DST Transcribing Machine uses standard cassettes for recording and playback convenience, and is compatible with Double Speed Recorders, enabling the user to transcribe cassette tapes recorded at either the standard 4.8 cm/second speed or half-speed 2.4 cm/second. Its compatibility with both stereo and mono cassette recorders allows cassette tapes recorded in either the monaural format or stereo format to be transcribed.

Sony BM-87DST Key Features

Supplied Accessories:

• Foot Control
• Listening Device
• AC Adaptor

Standard Cassette System

Uses easy to obtain, easy to store standard cassettes for recording and playback convenience.

Compatible with Double Speed Recorders

Enables the user to transcribe cassette tapes recorded at either the standard 4.8 cm/second speed or half-speed 2.4 cm/second.

Compatible with Stereo and Mono Cassette Recorders

Allows cassette tapes recorded in either the monaural format or stereo format to be transcribed.

Telephone Record Capability

Allows for direct recording of telephone conversations using an optional telephone pick-up.

3-Digit Tape Counter

Gives a visible indication of tape elapsed for rapid access when editing and shows amount of dictation on the tape.

Fully Adjustable Automatic Backspace

Begins playback prior to where it last stopped, preventing lost dictation.

Built-In Erase on Rewind

May be optionally activated to automatically erase recordings while rewinding the cassette.

Cassette Window

Cassette window enables the user to view and confirm tape movement.

Auto Motor Shut-Off

Auto Motor Shut-Off after approximately 3 minutes in Stop mode.

3-Function Foot Control

Lets the transcriber change mode from Play to rewind to Fast Forward without removing hands from the keyboard.

Speed/Tone/Volume Controls

Speed/Tone/Volume controls are individual slider-type, front mounted, and allow easy one-finger adjustment for transcribing convenience.

Electronic Indexing

Stops at electronic signals on the tape at selected points to aid in locating particular recordings.

End of Tape and No-Cassette Alarms

Alarms signal when the tape end is reached, or if there is no cassette in the compartment.

Auto Stop

Stops the tape in Fast Forward and Rewind modes when End-of-Document signals are reached.

Built-In Playback Speaker

Built-in playback speaker is useful when one or more persons wish to listen to the recording without the need to wear earphones.

Sony BM-87DST Specifications

Recording System:

4-Track 2-Channel

Fast Winding Time:

Approx. 2 min 20 sec with DC-90 Cassette

Frequency response:

200-8000Hz

Speaker:

2¼" (57mm) Diameter

Power Output:

350mW at 10% THD

Power Requirements:

120V AC, 60Hz

Current Drain:

120mA

Dimensions (W x H x D):

2-7/8" x 7-7/8" x 9-3/4" (70 x 200 x 245mm)

Weight:

2 lbs. 11 oz.

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