 Recorder and Software Work VERY Well |
| Review Date: January 11, 2009 |
| Reviewer: caroline honse, |
I value the comments and reviews on Amazon very highly and usually make my purchases based upon them. However, in this case, the reviews for this product were either very negative or very positive and I decided to heed the advice of the Scribbletalk review and purchase this item.
I was NOT disappointed. The recorder works flawlessly and produces a quality recording even in less than ideal situations (on a bus, with other chatter in the background, and in windy conditions outside.) The only negative thing I can say about it is that every time you hook it up to the computer to transcribe your recordings, it will first charge the battery in the recorder before doing anything else. I haven't investigated yet if I can over-ride this in "options" so it may not be a problem at all.
Okay, let's be realistic about the bundled software, Dragon Naturally Speaking (DNS) "Recorder Edition" version 9.5. This is NOT the full-blown version 10 Professional version that costs about $600. It's the "Recorder Version" that only works with transcribing from files produced on a digital voice recorder like the Sony. It does NOT have the capabilities of using voice commands to control your computer and other software that is on your computer.
The software works very well and is very easy to use even without a manual. You also need to load the Sony software that converts the voice recording to a file type that DNS can use for transcription. The Sony software was also effortlessly loaded and works easily and well.
The "training" phase for DNS was very easy to do. I simply read 15 minutes of text into the recorder and DNS worked through it and "learned" how to recognize my voice. You can also let DNS sift through your email and documents folders to "learn" your writing style which also will reduce the number of voice recognition errors.
After this 15 minutes of training, I dictated a few pages of my writing ideas into the recorded and then transcribed it. It was amazing to watch DNS throw down my text much faster than if I had typed it. Also, there were very few errors and the error that were there were really due to my slurring a word now and then.
When you are editing the transcription and find a word or two that do not seem to be right, you highlight the words and hit "playback" and you can then hear what you said on the recording and correct it. That's how I discovered that the mistakes DNS made were really my fault in pronunciation.
The bottom line is that the Sony recorder and DNS software work very well. If you need heavy-duty software for medical or legal transcription you should consider the latest full version of DNS, a professional grade microphone, and a professional recorder. However, for the rest of us who just want to easily get thoughts, letters, emails, ideas, creative writing or whatever down on paper quickly and easily, this recorder and software will do the trick.
Unlike other reviewers I had no need to try and contact Sony or Nuance for assistance. I did however find many internet sources of tutorials and user support groups which have quickly answered any questions I had about fine-tuning things.
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No problems
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| Review Date: February 11, 2009 |
| Reviewer: R. L. Geyer, Asheville, NC United States |
I read the reviews about software problems but bought this recorder anyway. To my relief the software installed without a hitch, except that the first time I recorded the 15 minutes of text required to activate the Dragon Naturally Speaking software the signal to noise ratio was too low. I recorded again with an external microphone and all went smoothly. (The software told me that the s-to-n level was too low the first time.) In fact, I was quite impressed with how the Sony Digital Voice Editor software and the Dragon software integrated. It was truly effortless.
I don't have much experience with the actual recorder yet, but it seems to work satisfactorily. A couple of notes of caution: It is quite sensitive to movement noise, so if holding it while recording you have to be careful to keep it still. And the Dragon software will only "learn" one person's voice, so you can't transcribe a meeting with it. |
Great Recording Capabilities
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| Review Date: May 16, 2009 |
| Reviewer: pababic, IL |
| I have yet to install/try the Dragon Naturally Speaking software, but the recording device is superb. It has a minimal learning curve, has numerous options, such as reduced or accelerated playback speeds (great for transcription!!!), and has a myriad of volume playback options. Also, it seamlessly downloads recordings with a single click of the accompanying program. Also, it is lightweight, long battery life, and sleek look. I am extremely happy with its performance thusfar. |
You are going to love this little recorder!!
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| Review Date: November 2, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Charles & Ann, Salem Oregon |
Having spent a considerable amount of research time on many brands and models on the internet I decided on this unit because of its features. Certainly more pricey than many recorders but when you consider the ease of use and the inclusion of the Dragon Speaking Naturally Software I think it is well worth the extra money.
Sleek and small, has rechargeable AAA batteries and can use regular AAA batteries too.
The recorder lasts a long time between battery charges, records very, very clearly, comes with a stand to use on a table top to dampen excess noise and it works too! Has 5 separate folders and each folder can hold up to 999 individual recordings with the ability to bookmark areas within each. A big plus when recording a long winded lecture or multiple days of training!
Fast download from the recorder to the software on your computer and I also used a thumb to do a back up at the same time.
Ease of use is what grabbed me at first. I don't generally catch on very quickly on the "intuitive use" on most new electronic devices but this one is fairly simple especially as compared to a digital cable remote! I found the instruction booklet understandable, a major plus, the controls on the recorder are easy to use and easily accessible. Software for the recorder and Dragon Naturally Speaking installed with ease and I had no glitches.
Was disappointed that the software is not Mac compatible, as I was told via a sales person at Circuit City that it was, but fortunately I have a PC also on which I installed the software.
I have not used the Dragon Naturally Speaking software to do the transcribing yet but I sure hope it works as well as the recorder does.
Highly recommended from this user. Charles, Salem ORSony ICDSX68DR9 Digital Voice Recorder with Dragon NaturallySpeaking RE Software |
Perfect tool for its value
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| Review Date: September 1, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Olusina DARAMOLA, Kenya |
| The box contains all the items described. It is working perfectly. I use it regularly especially for church programs. The recording is perfect |
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