Marantz PMD671 High Res Flash Recorder

MARANTZ PMD671 Details ^top

The Marantz PMD-671 is a portable digital field recorder that uses the Compact Flash card as the storage medium of choice. The unit is designed for compatibility with MP3, MP2, BWF and WAV file formats, and supports recording resolutions of up to 24-bit/96 kHz.

The PMD-671 is packed with features such as a built-in USB port, 48V phantom power, fully selectable sample rates and bit resolution, and an EDL marking system for on-the-fly file creation and management. The unit is a worthy asset for the professional journalist, field and conference recordist, or location sound gatherer.

Key Features

• Portable stereo Compact Flash field recorder with built-in speaker, 48V phantom power, and USB port
• Records directly to stable Compact Flash card with easy One-Touch recording, no moving parts; widely available and inexpensive media
• Hi-res 24-bit/96 kHz recording available, MP3, MP2, WAV, and BWF file formats supported
• Selectable 16- and 24-bit linear PCM record modes, multiple selectable sample rates and over 40 assignable quality settings
• Menu-driven remote operation inludes Start-Pause, Mark EDL, Unattended Power Up and Record/Create New file functions
• Security Door for Media and switches
• USB 2.0 port and SPDIF digital I/O
• Speedy Drag and Drop file transfer to computer hard drive eliminates lengthy realtime process inherent in recording from other media
• Full compatibility with Marantz PMDEdit file management and editing software
• EDL marking system for creating new files on-the-fly during recordings, simplifies file selection during playback
• Supports(optional) NiCad and NiMH rechargeable batteries with onboard charging; non-stop recording with up to 6 hrs. of battery life
• Built-in speaker and microphone, backlit screen

MARANTZ PMD671 Specs ^top

Type Portable Digital Compact Flash/Microdrive Recorder

Recording/Reading Methods .mp2 MPEG1 Layer II Compression
.mp3 MPEG1 Layer III Compression
.mp3 MPEG2 Layer III Compression*
*for all half sample rates
PCM: 16/24-bit linear PCM

Recording Bit Rate MP2 Stereo : 284, 256, 192, 128, 96, 64 kbps
MP2 Mono : 192, 128, 96, 64, 48, 32 kbps
MP3 Stereo : 320, 256, 160, 128, 80, 64 kbps
MP3 Mono : 160, 128, 80, 64, 40, 32 kbps
PCM: 16/24-bit linear PCM

Sampling Frequency Analog - 16-bit
48, 44.1, 32, 24, 22.05, 16, 12, 11.025, 8 kHz (PCM)
48, 44.1, 32, 24, 22.05, 16 kHz (MP3)
48, 44.1, 32 kHz (MP2)
Analog - 24-bit
96, 88.2, 48, 44.1,kHz (PCM)
Digital:
48, 44.1kHz

Number of Channels 2(Stereo), 1(Mono)

Frequency Response 20 Hz - 20 kHz(PCM 44.1 kHz, 0,-5 dB)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio Mic: 65dB, IEC-A Weighted
Line: 86 db, IEC-A Weighted

Dynamic Range 86 dB

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) Mic: 0.08% @ 0 VU
Line: 0.03% @ 0 VU

Inputs 2 x 3-pin XLR, L, R, Balanced
1 x Coaxial SPDIF Digital In

Output 2 x RCA Phono, L, R, Unbalanced
1 x Coaxial SPDIF Digital Out
1 x USB 2.0 Port

Headphone Output Yes, 1/4" Stereo Phone

Dimensions (WxDxH) 10.4 x 2.16 x 7.3" (264 x 55 x 185mm)

Weight 2.86 lb (1.3 kg)

Specialties Compact Flash Card/Microdrive "Solid State" Recording
MP3, MP2, WAV, and BWF Format Compatible
USB 2.0 Port

MARANTZ PMD671 Box Contents ^top

• DA-600U AC Adapter
• Shoulder Strap
• Battery Holder
• 64 MB Flash Card
• Owner's Manual
• 1 Year Warranty