Key Features
A true handheld, the PMD620 features an intuitive
layout and tactile buttons for easy one-hand
operation, while a high-contrast organic LED (OLED)
screen makes setup a cinch under any lighting
conditions. Just hit the Menu/Store button and the
interface quickly walks you through the choices to
ensure optimal recording for your needs.
The PMD620 uses convenient SD/SDHC cards, the most
stable and commonly available type of flash media.
Audio can be recorded either as uncompressed WAV
files or any of three quality levels of MP3, in mono
or stereo. So whether it’s capturing an interview,
a lengthy board meeting or a band’s jam session,
the PMD620 is always ready for action.
The PMD620 shines in post-production as well.
Journalists and podcasters will especially
appreciate its non-destructive on-board editing.
Transcription is a breeze with its Skip Back
function, and file transfers to any computer are
drag-and-drop simple with the USB 2.0 connectivity.
In short, the PMD620 combines ease of operation,
professional recording quality and insightful
features in a compact, ergonomic design.
A True Handheld with Ergonomic Form Factor
At 2.5 by 4 inches by 1 inch and weighing under 6
ounces, the PMD620 slips easily into a pocket and
fits comfortably in the palm of the hand, with
oversized, tactile buttons that are laid out for
intuitive, one-hand operation, from recording to
playback. The high contrast OLED screen provides
at-a-glance status of all critical functions, even
offering a large font option. Integral high quality
electret condenser microphones pick up the action,
while LED telltales track Peak and Level conditions.
Professional Digital Recording
The PMD620 can record uncompressed WAV files for
high fidelity stereo music, or lower resolution,
mono MP3 files to maximize record time. For WAV
files, choose from 16- or 24-bit linear PCM
recording at either 44.1 or 48 kHz sample rates.
Podcasters will appreciate having a total of six MP3
bit rates available, ranging from 192 kbps stereo
down to 32 kbps mono. And, the menu selectable
Auto-Input feature detects whether the line input or
external mic input is being used, switching off the
dual integrated mics automatically.
Stability and Portability
The PMD620 is a true handheld, light in weight
yet ruggedly constructed. The use of SD cards as a
recording medium provides the ultimate in space
efficiency and stability, with no practical limit on
file size. Two AA batteries, either alkaline or NiMH
rechargeables, provide upward of five hours of
operation.
On-board Editing and Playback Features
The PMD620 makes field production amazingly easy.
Use the integrated speaker or mini-plug headphones
to monitor or transcribe. The Copy Segment function
extracts a piece of audio as a separate file while
keeping the original intact, while the Skip Back
feature acts as a preset “back up and replay”
function, programmable for audio jumps of up to 59
seconds at the touch of a button.
Connectivity and Hardware
Despite its compact, slender profile, the PMD620
offers a full array of 1/8-inch stereo connectivity,
including both line and mic inputs, a Line Out for
playback, and a headphone jack for monitoring. A
pair of convenient Up/Down buttons allows adjustment
of input sensitivity, while the USB 2.0 port makes
file transfers to any computer a breeze. Once
connected, the PMD620 appears as a device on your PC
desktop, with all files contained in a master
folder. Just drag and drop any or all of them onto
your desktop.
The PMD620 comes complete with SD card, audio and
USB cables, AC adapter and more – everything
needed to step into the world of high-resolution
field recording.
Specifications
