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Dictation and Transcribing Equipment

As an authorized dealer for Sony, Philips, Dictaphone and Lanier, Superior Office Systems carries a full line of Sony, Philips (formerly Norelco), Dictaphone and Lanier dictation and transcribing equipment, as well as voice recognition systems. We speak seven times faster than we can write. So, by dictating, you can save 80% of the time you'd spend writing!

Sony, Philips, Dictaphone and Lanier's decades of experience as leaders in the industry means quality and efficiency you can trust. Whether you need the convenience of a hand-held dictator or an executive desktop transcriber, we offer features to meet your dictation and transcribing needs. Are you considering the new time-saving voice recognition systems? We can help you put this exciting technology to use in your office. We also service all brands of dictation equipment.

Not certain which dictation, transcribing, or voice recognition system is best for your office? We'll be happy to explain different models' features. Call our toll-free number today or use our convenient online information request form.

Sony Models

Philips Models

Lanier Models

Dictaphone Models

Philips Dictators - Pocket Memo ® 300 Series

Philips Dictatation Equipment - 300 Series

Philips 300 series Pocket Memos® are designed for those getting started with dictation.

Turbo Wind
Audible Scan fast forward
Audible Scan rewind
Transport Lock
Visual Tape & Battery Indicators
No-Cassette Lock
Audible End-of-Tape Warning
Record Protection

Philips 381 Pocket Memo® Dictator

Ideal model for getting started with dictation
Single-hand dictation with 4-Position Switch
Hands free dictation with Voice Activation
Delete confidential recordings with Fast Erase
wrist strap for handy and safe use.
Backed by Philips' worldwide service support

Philips 388 Professional Pocket Memo

Affordable introduction to professional dictation
Recharge batteries during use with Internal Recharging
Single-hand dictation with 4-Position Switch
Hands free dictation with Voice Activation
Delete confidential recordings with Fast Erase
Wrist strap for handy and safe use
Backed by Philips' worldwide service support

Philips Dictators - Pocket Memo® 400/500 Series

Philips Dictation Equipment - 400 Series

Fully featured Executive Pocket Memo® dictators offer more advanced capacities. All models are backed by service support worldwide.

Single-hand or hands-free dictation
Turbo Wind
Audible Scan fast forward
Audible Scan rewind
Transport Lock
Visual Tape & Battery Indicators
No-Cassette Lock
Audible End-of-Tape Warning
Record Protection
Fast Erase

Philips 488 Pocket Memo ® Dictator

Versatile mid-range model for clear recording
Optimum recording of meetings
Microphone Sensitivity Switch - ideal for interviews, briefings or discussions
Quickly find start of each document with End-of-Letter Index

Philips 588 Executive Dictator

Advanced recording and transcription features
See how much tape you have recorded with LC-Display/Tape Counter and plan your dictation accordingly
Quickly find the start of each document with End-of-Letter and Priority Index
Conference or close-up recording options with built-in Sensitivity Switch

Philips Dictators - Executive Pocket Memo®

The ultimate Executive pocket dictator! Packed with advanced features for maximum efficiency.

Philips 696 Executive Pocket Dictator

The ultimate Executive Pocket Memo® dictator
Save valuable time and money with Workflow Management - organize your workload for top efficiency
Advanced feature packed into compact, elegant case
Recharge batteries during use with Internal Recharging
Quickly find the start of each document with End-of-Letter and Priority Index
Conference or close-up recording options with built-in Sensitivity Switch
See how much tape you have recorded with LC-Display/Tape Counter
Includes: Special Instruction Index, Hold Function, Search Fast Forward, Search Fast Rewind
Hands-free dictation with Voice Activated Recording
Single-handed dictation with 4-Position Switch
Luxury Pouch to protect your Pocket Memo
Philips' service support Worldwide

Philips Transcribers - Professional 710/720 Series

Philips Transcriber - Model 710

Philips' Professional 700 series Transcribers provide efficient, convenient transcription with specialized features.

Philips 710 Professional Transcriber

Ideal for getting started with transcription
Save energy with Low Power Consumption
Quick Start for fast action
Includes headphones, power supply, foot control

Philips 720 Professional Transcriber

Dedicated to efficient, convenient transcription
Complete information with LC-Display/Tape Counter.
Helps a transcriptionist work easily through any amount of dictation. Specific documents can be accessed at the touch of a button.
Quick access to the start of the next dictation with Search Forward and Skip.
Pause transcription without missing a word with Auto Backspace Play.
Save energy with Low Power Consumption.
Quick Start for fast action.
Hands-free transcription with Foot Control
Keep tapes tidy with built-in Cassette Tray
Fast return to beginning of tape with Auto Rewind.
Includes dual headphones, foot control, power supply
Philips' service support Worldwide

Philips Transcribers - Executive Desktop Models

Philips Executive desktop transcribers are packed with top-of-the-line features for optimal productivity and efficiency. Backed by Philips' service support Worldwide

Philips 725 Executive Desktop Transcriber

LCD display window and counter for complete at-a-glance information
Optimum playback quality
Foot Control Socket for hands-free use
Cue/Revue function helps find places on tape
Dictation/conference sensitivity
Pause transcription without missing a word with Auto Backspace Play

Philips 730 Executive Desktop Transcriber

Advanced transcription with Visual Workflow Display
Transcriptionist can view documents, priorities and special instructions at-a-glance.
Hands-free transcription with Foot Control.
Fast return to the beginning of tape with Auto Rewind
Complete information with LC-Display/Tape Counter.
Quick access to the start of the next dictation with Search Forward and Skip.
Pause transcription without missing a word with Auto Backspace Play
Scan and display all index information with Auto Rewind Scan
Record important telephone conversations with built-in Telephone Recording.

Philips Dictators - Executive Desktop Dictation

Philips Executive desktop dictators are packed with top-of-the-line features including all dictation information at a glance! Backed by Philips' service support Worldwide

Single-hand dictation
Hands-free dictation
Turbo Wind
Audible Scan fast forward
Audible Scan rewind
Transport Lock
Visual Tape & Battery Indicators
No-Cassette Lock
Audible End-of-Tape Warning
Record Protection
Quick Start
Fast Erase confidential items
Optimum playback quality
Volume, Tone & Speed Controls
Built-in Cassette Tray
Low Power Consumption

Philips 725 Desktop Dictator

Executive desktop model for office dictation
Single-handed dictation with Four-Position Switch microphone you attach to the left or right to suit you
See how much tape you have recorded with LC-Display/Tape Counter.
Invaluable information for transcription with End of Letter, Priority and Special Instruction Index Tones.
Conference or close-up recording options with microphone Sensitivity Switch.
Be aware of Record Status with Visual Indicator.
Avoid dictation loss with No-Cassette Lock and audible End-of-Tape Warning.

Philips 730 Executive Desktop Dictator

Advanced dictation with Visual Workflow Display
Provides every benefit: all documents, priorities, and special instructions can be displayed for at-a-glance information with Visual Workflow Display.
Invaluable information for transcription with End-of-Letter, Priority and Special Instruction Index
Single-handed dictation with Four-Position Switch.
See how much tape you have recorded with LC-Display/Tape Counter.
Avoid dictation loss with No-Cassette Lock and audible End-of-Tape Warning.
Protect valuable dictation with Record Protection.
Built-in Cassette Tray
Conference or close-up recording options with microphone Sensitivity Switch.
Record important telephone conversations with built-in Telephone Recording.

Sony - Standard Cassette Dictation Equipment

Sony BM-23 Professional Dictating Machine

Slide Switch Control
Electronic indexing
Audible indexing in rewind and fast forward
Metal case
2- Speed Operation
LCD Tape Counter
LCD Battery level indicator
Voice operated recording (VOR) with microphone sensitivity adjustment
Voice mirror
Safety lock
End of tape alarm/Automatic motor shutoff
Hinged battery lid

Sony BM-77T Professional Transcriber

2-speed operation
LCD Digital Display
Speed/Tone/Volume controls
Document scan function
3-function foot control supplied
Chin band listening device supplied
Built-in Playback speaker
Fully adjustable secretarial auto backspace
Built-in eraser

Sony 87DST Transcribing Machine

Compatible with double speed records
compatible with stereo and mono cassette recorders
Telephone record capability
3-Digit Tape counter
Speed/Tone/Volume controls
Auto-motor shut-off
3-function foot control supplied
Electric indexing
Built-in Playback speaker
Fully adjustable auto backspace
End of tape and no cassette alarms

Sony - Micro Cassette Dictation Equipment

Sony BM-575 Portable Dictating Machine

Slide Switch Control
Dictate/Conference Switch
Fast playback function
Fast forward/Cue
Metal case
2- Speed Operation
3 Digit Tape Counter
LED Battery level indicator
Voice operated recording (VOR) with microphone sensitivity adjustment
Voice mirror
Safety lock
End of tape alarm/Automatic motor shutoff
Mic and earphone Jacks

Sony 577 Professional Portable Dictating Machine

Slide Switch Operation
Electric indexing
Metal Case
Dictate/Conference switch
Lock Switch
Voice Operated Recording
Fast playback function
2- Record/Playback speeds
3 Digit Tape Counter
Fast forward/Cue
3-LED Record/Battery indicator
End of tape and no-tape alarms
Mic and earphone Jacks
Internal battery pack recharging system

Sony BM-840T Desktop Transcriber

2-speed operation
LCD Tape counter
Speed/Tone/Volume controls
Microcassette System
3-function foot control/listening device supplied
End-of Tape alarm
Built-in Playback speaker
Fully adjustable secretarial auto backspace
Built-in eraser
Auto-stop function

Sony BM-850 Professional Dictator/ Transcriber

2-speed operation
LCD display
Speed/Tone/Volume controls
Microcassette System
End-of Tape alarm
Built-in Playback speaker
Built-in Erase
Telephone record capability

Sony BM-890D/T Professional Dictator/ Transcriber

Digital Pitch Control
2-speed operation
Fast-Forward to Record-End
LCD Digital Display
Hand held mic supplied
Speed/Tone/Volume controls
Document Scan function
3-function foot control/listening device supplied
Built-in Playback speaker
Fully adjustable secretarial auto backspace
Chin Band Listening Device Supplied
Pre end of tape alarm

Lanier - Standard Cassette Dictation Equipment

Lanier VoiceWriter 160D Standard Cassette Dictator

Pistol Grip Microphone. Fits comfortably in your hand and features a built-in one-button control.
One Button Control. Concentrate on your dictation instead of equipment controls. With this feature you can record, play back, pause and rewind simply by moving one button.
Precise Document Queuing. With this control, you can signify the end of each document for your transcriptionist. You can also leave instructions for your transcriptionist to hear before your document is typed.
Telephone Record. The Voicewriter 160 let you record telephone conversations so you can concentrate on the conversation, instead of writing down information.
Conference Recording With this setting you can increase microphone sensitivity to record meetings or conferences.
One-half Speed. Use this setting to double the cassette recording time up to two hours.
Precise Document Queuing/Special instructions. When you rewind, the Voicewriter 160 will automatically stop at all special instructions a user has inserted. It also pauses at the beginning of each entry for quick location of documents.
Recall. When you release the foot control, the tape automatically rewinds so you won't miss anything when you continue transcription. Rewind length is adjustable from no words to several words.
Transcriptionist Display. A digital display tells you the total minutes of dictation on the tape.
Volume. Tone and Speed Controls. All three can be easily adjusted for ease of transcription

Lanier - Micro Cassette Dictation Equipment

Lanier VoiceWriter 260D Micro Cassette Dictator

Pistol Grip Microphone. Fits comfortably in your hand and features a built-in one-button control.
One Button Control. Concentrate on your dictation instead of equipment controls. With this feature you can record, play back, pause and rewind simply by moving one button.
Precise Document Queuing. With this control, you can signify the end of each document for your transcriptionist. You can also leave instructions for your transcriptionist to hear before your document is typed.
Telephone Record. The Voicewriter 260 let you record telephone conversations so you can concentrate on the conversation, instead of writing down information.
Conference Recording. With this setting you can increase microphone sensitivity to record meetings or conferences.
One-half Speed. Use this setting to double the cassette recording time up to two hours.
Precise Document Queuing/Special instructions. When you rewind, the Voicewriter 260 will automatically stop at all special instructions a user has inserted. It also pauses at the beginning of each entry for quick location of documents.
Recall. When you release the foot control, the tape automatically rewinds so you won't miss anything when you continue transcription. Rewind length is adjustable from no words to several words.
Transcriptionist Display. A digital display tells you the total minutes of dictation on the tape.
Volume. Tone and Speed Controls. All three can be easily adjusted for ease of transcription.

Lanier Edisette P160 Micro Cassette Portable

3-Digit Tape Counter: This practical feature gives you the ability to record using a numerical reference, which simplifies searches and makes it easy to locate specific information.
One-button Control: All operations of the Edisette Portable - record, stop, listen, rewind - can be activated using a single control. You can concentrate on the subject matter, instead of the operation of the unit.
Dual-speed Record: Need to record long meetings or extended speeches? Double your recording time, conserve tape and reduce cassette changes by recording at one-half speed.
Conference and Dictation Mode: Microphone sensitivity can easily be increased to maximize clarity when recording groups and meetings. In the dictation mode, the Edisette blocks out background noise.
Telephone Record Capabilities: With the optional telephone coupler, you can record phone conversations for later reference, allowing you to concentrate on the call.
Superior Capstan Drive: An advanced capstan design ensures consistent tape speeds that result in superior sound quality.
Listening Device Jack: To ensure privacy, or to improve audibility in noisy environments, the Edisette Portable comes with a jack for connecting an optional headset.
Optional Microphone Jack: This allows for the use of an external microphone

Lanier P-165 Micro Cassette Portable with Carrying Case - VW45 Package

One of the smallest microcassette recorders available
Audible and visual alerts
Two-speed record/playback
One-touch recording
Audible fast forward
Queue, review and pause
Auto recording level
Dictate/Conference microphone sensitivity settings
Earphone/microphone jacks
Fast play
Voice Operated Recording

Lanier - Standard Cassette Transcribers

Lanier VoiceWriter 160T Standard Cassette Transcriber

Pistol Grip Microphone. Fits comfortably in your hand and features a built-in one-button control.
One Button Control. Concentrate on your dictation instead of equipment controls. With this feature you can record, play back, pause and rewind simply by moving one button.
Precise Document Queuing. With this control, you can signify the end of each document for your transcriptionist. You can also leave instructions for your transcriptionist to hear before your document is typed.
Telephone Record. The Voicewriter 160 and 260 let you record telephone conversations so you can concentrate on the conversation, instead of writing down information.
Conference Recording. With this setting you can increase microphone sensitivity to record meetings or conferences.
One-half Speed. Use this setting to double the cassette recording time up to two hours. Standard Cassette/Microcassette. The Voicewriter 160 uses standard cassettes while the Voicewriter 260 uses microcassettes.
Precise Document Queuing/Special instructions. When you rewind, the Voicewriter 160 and 260 will automatically stop at all special instructions a user has inserted. It also pauses at the beginning of each entry for quick location of documents.
Recall. When you release the foot control, the tape automatically rewinds so you won't miss anything when you continue transcription. Rewind length is adjustable from no words to several words.
Transcriptionist Display. A digital display tells you the total minutes of dictation on the tape.
Volume. Tone and Speed Controls. All three can be easily adjusted for ease of transcription.
Foot Control/Headset. A foot control allows for hands-free rewinding, fast-forwarding and listening. Choose from a variety of headset designs to best suit your needs.