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 MP3 Recorder-Player with Built-In AM/FM Radio!
The CC Witness is the only digital MP3 recorder/player that also has both AM and FM radio onboard. Radio lovers have been waiting a long time for an MP3 recorder and player that meets their needs. The CC Witness has 2GB of onboard memory and up to 16GB of external memory on an optional SD card. That's enough memory to record your favorite radio programs, your thoughts, lectures and lots of music. You'll have plenty of room to store hundreds of hours of voice recordings, and still have room for more. Radio lovers, if you've ever worried about missing your favorite radio show, then the CC Witness should be a welcome solution to your radio recording wishes – and it has a timer! You can preset it to record up to 20 programs in advance. You can also make MP3 recordings of AM/FM radio programs (or anything else you can connect to the line-in) on the fly. You can use the CC Witness to record music from Internet Radio and automatically separate it into individual recordings. You can also use it to record music, meetings, memos, language lessons, or even that memoir you've been planning to write. You can use it for file storage or as an MP3 player to play back your favorite songs or audio book. The maximum number of files or songs is 2000 per memory card. Weight: 3.6 oz. Size: 2.2" W x 4" H x 0.6" D
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- USB 2.0 Interface
- Built-In Calendar
- Voice Recording in MP3 Format (32Kbps - 256Kbps)
- Alarm Clock
- FM Antenna
- Stereo Earbuds
- USB Charger/Connector Cable Included
- Up to 16GB of external memory
- Built in small 3/8" stereo speakers
| - 2GB onboard memory records/stores 500+ songs at 128kpbs or hundreds of hours of talk at 32kbps
- Stereo recording from FM Band or Mic/Line input.
- Mono voice recordings from built-in microphone
- Fully charged battery yields up to 16 hours of playtime. 8 hours of record time.
- Recharges in about 4 hours
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 The mic that is built into the unit is good for memos but you need the optional Voz Stereo Microphone for high quality recordings. Below are two MP3 recordings so you can hear the quality difference for yourself. The interview of Isaiah Hahner and Bob Crane is conducted by the rising star of broadcasting ... Jaeden!
If you purchase the accessory kit, with a charging adapter, or the BoxWave VersaCharger Pro, you can use the CC Witness without ever using a computer. You can listen to and record from the built-in AM/FM radio or you can record from any other source using the line in. It is often more convenient to use a computer, because you can organize your files the way you want and rename them. You can also upgrade the unit's software when it is available if you use it with a computer. When used with a computer, the CC Witness requires a free USB port and is compatible with these operating systems: - Microsoft Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7
- MAC OS version 10.3 - 10.6
- Linux Kernel v2.6.6 and higher
No specific media player/organizer (i.e., iTunes) is required by the CC Witness to interface with a computer. It will show up as a standard external drive when plugged in.
Accessorize your CC WitnessWe put together a complete list of CC Witness Accessories carefully selected to maximize your listening experience. Be sure to browse this list and choose the accessories that best fit your listening preferences.
New Firmware Upgrade Available - July 13, 2009:The new Firmware gives you: - One Touch Recording (2.32)
By pressing and holding the RECORD button, you can record for 1, 2, 3 or 4 hours by your choice. This is perfect for talk shows or recording a snippet of internet music. - Simple and Complex File Name Setting (2.36)
File names are now simplified by default setting with a shorter name. In the "Settings" menu it is possible to switch to complex file name, which includes more file information. - SD Card Incompatibility Fix (2.36)
Some high capacity memory cards will not function with previous versions of firmware. These include some Patriot, PNY, and other brands. The new firmware version 2.36 addresses this problem. We recommend Sandisk brand SD cards for best compatibility. Please let us know if this firmware does not work with your SD card. - Memory Full Bug Fix (2.36)
When the RECORD button is pressed, the CC Witness displays "File Index Full" while memory is still remaining. This bug has been fixed. - Undeletable Character Files Bug Fix (2.36)
In the "Mic" and "Line" folders there are other folders that are automatically created named ".. $" or "*". Upon attempting to delete these folders using a computer, an error message is displayed. This bug has been fixed. - Skipping Sound Bug Fix (2.37)
When playing back a recording from the CC Witness, a low "skipping" sound can be heard. this bug has been fixed.
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RECORDING - Voice, Music, Radio?
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What kind of recording time can I expect from a CC Witness?
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Kilobits Per Second = (kbps)
1,024 kilobits = 1 Megabit (Mb)
Recording time on 2GB:
32kbps ~ 140 hours
64kbps ~ 70 hours
128kbps ~ 35 hours
256kbps ~ 17.5 hours
An average song length of 4 minutes recorded at 128kbps takes up about 3.75MB of memory. So, a CC Witness with 2GB of memory can store 500+ songs recorded at 128kbps.
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Does the CC Witness record in Stereo?
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The CC Witness can record in stereo when recording from the FM band, or the Mic/Line Input.
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What sorts of file formats are supported?
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The CC Witness will playback both MP3 and WMA formats. However, the CC Witness will only record in the MP3 format.
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Can the CC Witness play files recorded at 320kbps in full quality?
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Can the CC Witness display the titles to the MP3 songs?
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Yes, the ID3 Tag Support function must be enabled.
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Can the CC Witness record from another radios headphone jack?
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Yes. First set the volume of the radio to a normal listening level. Next, connect the included recording patch cable between the earphone jack of the radio and the MIC/LINE IN of the CC Witness. Navigate to the main MENU screen on the CC Witness, then press record. You can monitor your recording by using the built-in speakers or headphone jack of the CC Witness.
For higher quality recording, use a radios line-output jack instead of the headphone jack and connect to the MIC/LINE IN of the CC Witness. When using a radios line-output, the recording level is fixed and cannot be changed.
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Does the CC Witness work with iTunes?
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Yes and no. The iTunes program itself will not sync with the CC Witness, but it is still possible to copy iTunes audio files to the CC Witness. The iTunes audio must first be downloaded or converted to MP3 format using iTunes before the CC Witness will accept it. To convert audio to MP3 format in iTunes follow these instructions:
- Open preferences:
- From a PC click the Edit menu and select Preferences.
- From a MAC click iTunes and select Preferences.
- Select the General tab and then select the Importing tab.
- Change Import using to Mp3 Encoder, then select OK
All future downloads will be imported in MP3 format. To convert an existing file to mp3 format simply select the audio file, then select Convert Selection to MP3 from the advanced menu.
After the iTunes audio is in MP3 format you can drag and drop or copy and paste it from the iTunes Music folder to the CC Witness. The iTunes Music folder is found in My Music on a PC and Music on a MAC.
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Can I record music from my computer or WiFi Radio?
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The CC Witness does a great job of recording music from the popular websites like Pandora, Slacker or Rhapsody. If the time interval between songs is similar then the CC Witness can be set up to create music tracks automatically.
C. Crane encourages you to purchase the music when you like a song. Here are three places to purchase royalty free MP3 music. It is easy to do. The quality is very high at 256KBS or higher. The songs cost about $1.00 each at all three places.
Amazon MP3 (http://www.amazonmp3.com/)
Wal-Mart Music (http://musicdownloads.walmart.com/)
Napster (http://www.napster.com/)
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OPERATION TIPS?
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How many radio presets does the CC Witness have?
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Each radio band has 10 presets (20 total).
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Does the CC Witness come with a memory card?
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No. The CC Witness ships with 2 GB of internal memory.
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What are the possible sleep timer settings?
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You can set the sleep timer for 15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, 240 or 300 minutes.
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What are the possible back light timer settings?
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You can set the back light to be illuminated for 1, 3, 5, 10, 20, or 30 seconds.
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Can the external memory card be formatted without a computer?
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Yes. When using a new memory card, format the card inside the unit BEFORE trying to record on the card.
If the memory card has been used in any other device (Digital Camera, MP3 Player, etc) you must first format the card using a computer and then again in the CC Witness BEFORE using the card.
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Which type of USB Interface does the CC Witness use?
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USB 2.0, the cord used is a male 24 pin to USB type A male. The type A male USB is what the average USB connector looks like.
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If the firmware is upgraded on the CC Witness, do all the stored functions and settings go away?
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How come the CC Witness keeps shutting off?
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The CC Witness shuts off automatically if it remains idle for 3 minutes (by default). You can adjust the amount of time that passes before auto shut-off occurs by configuring the 'Auto Off Time' function in the 'System Settings' menu options.
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What is the Lock Switch located on the right side of the CC Witness for?
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With the Lock Switch 'on' (in the UP position) the CC Witness is locked. No settings can be changed while the Lock Switch is on.
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When I play purchased music from Amazon on my CC Witness VBR is displayed for the quality. What does VBR mean?
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VBR is an abbreviation for Variable Bit Rate. When a file is recorded in VBR the bitrate dynamically changes depending on the complexity and loudness of the music. A simple quite passage may record at 32 Kbps. A loud complex song will record at 320 Kbps. High quality recordings can be made this way without making an unnecessarily large file.
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The CC Witness is hooked up to my PC. What do I do now?
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Click on the 'My Computer' icon. Look for a removable disk icon, usually displayed as Drive E or F. Double click on the disk icon belonging to the CC Witness. Files from the PC can now be downloaded onto the CC Witness via dragging and dropping, copying and pasting, etc. Likewise, files can be uploaded to the PC from the CC Witness using these same methods.
Note: 2 GB SD Cards can only hold 420 MB on the root directory. To place more than 420 MB on the SD card, simply create a folder on the root directory and place the files inside of that folder.
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Is the CC Witness compatible with Windows Vista Operating System?
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How large is the display on the CC Witness?
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The display measures 1.85" diagonally.
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How can I send a CC Witness recording to someone over the internet when I am on the road?
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We recommend using a laptop with a cellular PC card or WiFi antenna for mobile internet service. Once connected to the internet, simply transfer your recording to the laptop and email it to the desired location.
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Does the CC Witness support a 2GB memory card?
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Yes. In fact it can support up to a 16GB card. |
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Will the witness accept the SDHC cards?
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Yes, it has the necessary firmware to do so.
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COMPUTER?
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Can I store files other than audio on the CC Witness using a computer?
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Yes, you can store any type of file in the memory of the CC Witness using a computer. Only MP3 and WMA files will be visible when viewing the CC Witness display. Non audio and other types of files will only be visible when browsing the CC Witness memory files with a computer.
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What is the maximum number of files that can be held on the CC Witness?
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The CC Witness has a limitation of 2000 files.
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How do files recorded on the CC Witness display?
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The recording files are displayed as the month, day, year, time, track, source/frequency, and file format. For example, depending on which method you used to record the files would look like:
AM
Jul10'08_01:31PM_#001_0810KHZ.mp3
Jul10'08_01:33PM_#002_0980KHZ.mp3
FM
Jul10'08_01:39PM_#001_090.5MHZ.mp3
Jul10'08_01:41PM_#002_100.3MHZ.mp3
Timer
Jul10'08_01:45PM_#001_Timer.mp3
Jul10'08_01:48PM_#002_Timer.mp3
Built-in Mic
Jul10'08_01:53PM_#001_Mic.mp3
Jul10'08_01:55PM_#002_Mic.mp3
Line-In
Jul10'08_01:59PM_#001_Line.mp3
Jul10'08_02:01PM_#002_Line.mp3
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POWER?
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What type of battery is in the CC Witness?
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The CC Witness uses a rechargeable Lithium-Polymer battery pack.
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How long does it take to charge the battery?
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It takes roughly 4 hours to completely charge the internal battery.
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How long does a fully charged battery last?
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A fully charged battery will give you about 15-16 hours of playtime or 8 hours of record time before you need to recharge it again.
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How can I power and charge the CC Witness when I am on the road?
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The BoxWave VersaCharger Pro is a great power source for home, on the road and in a car. The Box Wave does produce a buzzing when listening to live AM radio so if this is your forte' then stick with the AC adapter (included in the CC Witness Accessory Kit). This oversized AC adapter is designed for low noise and good AM listening.
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Can I use the CC Witness and charge the battery at the same time?
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Yes, if you charge the CC Witness with the AC adapter that comes in the optional accessory kit. Once the CC Witness is connected you will see “Charging” on the display. At this point, press the center button on the Witness to turn it on and you will then be able to use all functions as normal including timers. If you want to use the CC Witness while charging with a computer, it is only possible if you are running Windows XP. When running Windows XP, connect the CC Witness to the USB port on your computer. A small green icon will show up in the system tray of Windows XP. Right click on the green icon and choose “Safely Remove Hardware.” Once you complete this step, the display on the CC Witness will change from “USB Connected” to “Charging.” At this point, you can press the center button on the Witness to turn it on and select from any options on the display. If any timers are set during this time they will also activate for recordings, though you may notice a bit more static on AM while connected to and located near your computer. Please keep in mind the above only works with Windows XP; with any other operating system (that we have tested) it will not work.
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RADIO RECEPTION?
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Is the AM reception any good?
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The AM reception is good when tuned to a strong signal. The AM tuner in the CC Witness will not receive distant AM stations like the CCRadio plus. With the display screen off reception is better. It is also possible to record from a better AM radio using the CC Witness input jack.
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Does the tuner receive FM Stereo?
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Yes, the CC Witness receives FM Stereo.
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If earphones are in use, where is the FM antenna wire plugged in?
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The earphones also act as an FM antenna when in use. When listening to the CC Witness via the internal speakers, you can plug the FM antenna wire into the earphone jack. The FM antenna and earphones cannot both be used at the same time.
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Where is the CC Witness manufactured?
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The CC Witness is the exclusive of C. Crane for several countries. It is manufactured in South Korea.
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CC Witness
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
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| Power: |
3.7v 900mA Rechargeable Lithium-Polymer Battery |
| Recharging Time: |
~4 Hours |
| Radio Tuner: |
AM/FM Digital Tuner |
| Frequencies: |
US (10KHz Steps)
AM 530 - 1710 kHz
FM 87.50 - 108.0 MHz
European (9KHz Steps)
AM 522 - 1629 kHz
FM 76.0 - 108.0 MHz |
| AM Antenna: |
Internal ferrite |
| FM Antenna: |
Earphones or FM Antenna wire (plugs into earphone jack) |
| S/N Ratio: |
AM 35dB
FM 45dB at 1mV 98.1MHz
MP3 85dB up (1KHz Input 0dB) |
| Frequency Response: |
AM 150Hz - 1.5KHz at 0dB
FM 350Hz30Hz, 3KHz0.25KHz (150Hz~2.5KHz, 60dBuV)
MP3 20 ~ 20KHz
Line/Mic Jack (-3dB) 50Hz - 20KHz |
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AM 68dBuV at 1KHz
FM 5uVAT S/N=26Db
An FM Signal under 40db is automatically changed into mono |
| Data Rate: |
Reading rate:3.5Mbps
Writing rate: 2.8Mbps |
| Presets: |
10 AM & 10 FM |
| Timers: |
20 Timer Play or Recording Schedules |
| Lock Switch: |
Yes |
| Sleep Timer: |
Yes |
| Memory: |
2 GB Internal Memory, plus SD/MMC Expansion Slot (SD up to 16 GB) |
| Input/Outputs: |
Line/Min-in (Mono or Stereo)
Stereo Headphone Jack (16?)
Built-in Internal Microphone
Stereo Speakers (8? 0.6W) |
| Dimensions: |
2.2" W x 4" H x 0.6" D |
| Weight: |
3.6 oz |
| Drop Tested |
30" on concrete floor |
| Warranty: |
1 Year |
| Included Accessories: |
41" USB Cable (24 Pin Male x Type A Male)
41" 3.5mm stereo male x male cable
Lanyard
Manual |
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PC COMPATIBILITY
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| Communication: | USB 2.0 | | System: | CPU 200MHz
64MB RAM | | OS: | Windows 2000
Windows ME
Windows XP
Windows Vista
Windows 7
MAC OS10 and above | | Sound Card: | Sound Blaster 16 compatible | | Display: | 640 x 480 or better |
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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
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- Stylish design and sturdy exterior with a wide LCD and half-mirror window to maximize the display.
- Not only receives all available AM and FM radio stations but it can also be programmed to record any broadcast in advance (20 Timer recording in total).
- Various programmed recording modes and setting the time(Specific Date/Week/Weekly)
- MP3/WMA Player
- Good AM/FM Radio Reception
- Voice recording in various recording quality(32Kbps-256kbps/MP3 format)
- Portable storage (Total 16GB in Max.)
- External memory expandability (Max. 2GB for int. & 16GB ext.)
- File can be copied to SD card or internal memory.
- File dividing - from one file into several others
- Internal Stereo Speaker(0.6W * Stereo)
- Long lasting Li-ion polymer rechargeable battery( 5V 900mA )
- Alarm Play back at Specific setting time & date
- 10 presets available in AM/FM
- USB 2.0 interface that can help easily transfer data to a computer.
- 24-pin USB connection.
- Built-in calendar
- Highly sensitive, built-in microphone and an external microphone can be attached.
- Key lock function to prevent unintentional operation.
- Sleep mode
- Digital volume control (30 steps).
- Equalizer modes (Normal, Classic, Live, POP, Rock, Jazz).
- Playback functions (Normal/Section Repeat/1 Track/All Track/Random).
- Fast forward/rewind (Search at 3 seconds/7 seconds/1 minute/2.5 minutes).
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ACCESSORY KIT
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| AC Adapter: |
Input 120V AC, 60Hz 10W
Output 5V DC 0.9A |
| Weight: |
2.25 lbs (for complete kit) |
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| 10/31/2009 | Hello, I ordered and received a CC Witness. I love the witness so much that I created a yahoo group for other folks to learn more and share information on the wonderful little radio/recorder/MP3 player. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Recordable_radios/ Thanks, - James
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| 8/21/2009 | Hello I received and am playing with the CC Witness and I am very satisfied and happy with the product, this is the best audio device I own and fills every need I have, the only thing that would be better would be if it did video, wow what a great gadget thanks for the good work in designing the product. Thanks, - Andre Cassano
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| 8/11/2009 | The CC Witness is the best "MP3 Player" I've ever owned. My favorite feature is how the CC Witness gives you so much control over listening to MP3's. I enjoy listening to audio books and long radio shows (Coast-to-Coast AM!). In the past, on my other MP3 players, if I mistakenly hit the track skip button, I'd lose my place in the book. Then the "fast-forwarding" feature would take forever (not so fast!) while I would have to hold down the fast forward button. This used to take me 5 minutes just to fast forward through a 3 hour MP3. Not so with the CC Witness! Not only can you place up to 4 book marks inside an MP3 so you can locate where you last were, but you can also fast-forward up to 160x!!! With out having to hold down any button!! You can literally fast-forward through a long MP3 in a matter of seconds on the CC Witness. Another bonus feature: you can split the MP3 file at any position you want! This is a great feature that can't found on other MP3 players, let alone on computers! I haven't even mentioned the ability to schedule recordings of radios, the long battery life, etc. If you enjoy listening to music, radio, and audio books, this is by far the best MP3 in the market. - A. F.
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| 8/10/2009 | I recently ordered a CC Witness. I've been wanting for an mp3 recorder for a long time. I already have an iPod and I've often wished it was also a radio... So when I saw the Witness it just seemed like the right thing to try. The packing was really nice--it was the first thing I noticed. I am a Mac person and I know Apple always packs their items attractively. Not that packing always makes for a great product, of course. The instruction manual was great! No frustration with finding out what I needed to know and the quick start was just enough to get me going fast. My first "project" was a timed recording of a program on an AM station and it worked without a hitch. I could go on and on but I guess the last big thing I noticed was it was NOT made in China! Thanks for a great product! - Mary Bordi
La Honda, CA |
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| 8/8/2009 | Thank you for the Witness. I sat in a concert hall in Australia's national capital (Canberra) last night watching a superb performance by the Australian Chamber Orchestra while recording in my trousers pocket a live broadcast of a concert by the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra several hundreds of miles away, starring violinist Pinchas Zukerman and his cellist wife Amanda Forsyth who were visiting from Canada. I listened to that concert on my Witness while breakfasting today. Two great concerts and the sound of each was great. The recording is superb. Does life get any better? - M. C.
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| 6/17/2009 | I love my CC Witness! The reception is great, but I have learned to stay away from computers listening to AM radio. The record quality is great; the microphone can decently pick up voices 3 feet away. I use it every day. Something that I was worried about were the earphone, as you did not have information on the quality, glad to report they are fantastic! Comfortable and great sound quality. The Witness is also light, great for travel. Overall I give it 5/5 stars. - G. W.
Sapulpa, OK |
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| 2/26/2009 | I bought a CC Witness and I absolutely love this radio/recorder. I have been looking for a radio recorder for sometime and the only other one I found was I believe a Grundig that was discontinued. I searched Amazon.com and there were good reviews of the CC Witness so I bought it. Now I can set the timer and record my favorite stations when I can't listen. Thank you again for selling a great product. - R. C.
Scottsdale, AZ |
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| Hello. I love recording and listening to AM talk radio. I had a big old component style cassette recorder with a timer switch (which are very hard to find anymore), a big old tuner/receiver and a big old Kenwood audio timer. I recently bought the CC Witness radio, MP3 player/recorder. This thing is the greatest invention since the sliced bread, the flush toilet and canned beer!!! It completely eliminates all of those old components I used to need to record all of my favorite talk shows and it plug's right in to the AUX jack in my car radio.
Thank you C Crane....the CC Witness is exactly what I've been waiting for!
Sincerely, - Dan M.
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| 10/8/2008 | No question, just praise, re: the CC Witness. This is a dynamite product!!!! I had earlier tried the POGO, and returned that item in frustration. The CC Witness is head, shoulders, and ankles above that product, and many others I have tried, in ease of setup and ongoing use, reliability, recording delivery, connectivity, and overall "user-friendliness". Congratulations to your product developer and manager, and company, for this product. And you can quote me on that! - Andrea
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| 10/1/2008 | I'm very happy with the quality of FM recordings. I find the timer to be intuitive and comparatively easy to set. And I'm very glad it works satisfactorily with the Linux operating system using the 2.6.18 kernel. I've been recording radio broadcasts with if for a minimum of two hours virtually everyday, and sometimes for as much as 6 hours a day, recording both AM and FM stations. I have had no trouble transferring the recordings back and forth between my computer and the unit. No special or expensive proprietary software tools are required. I generally edit the raw recordings using the open source "Audacity" sound editor. I find both the AM and FM reception to be quite good when using earphones and walking with it around the park. Therefore, I use it as much as a pocket radio as I do an mp3 player. While I have other high quality mp3 players and recorders, this is the one I presently use the most. It's the only recorder that can record both AM and FM radio and be easily controlled with its integral timer. I also notice that the unit's internal clock is accurate over extended periods of time (weeks). All in all it's a dandy little unit. - G. B.
Denver, CO |
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| 10/1/2008 | Received my Witness today and would like to tell you I am very impressed. I am a professional journalist, and use four Radio Your Way LX units in my daily work. The Witness has addressed many of the software and ergonomic issues of the LX. However, I would like to suggest that you change the design to accommodate a user replaceable battery! There is just no excuse for not having this capability -- NOBODY wants to have to send units back to the supplier for battery replacement -- or to worry when their battery will lose capacity. - D. R.
Potomac, MD |
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| 9/28/2008 | I am the proud owner of two video IPods. I thought they were the best to be found. I was so, so wrong! The CC Witness is BY FAR THE MOST SUPERIOR DEVICE on the market today! I knew your products were superior, because I own the CCRadio and the CCRadio SW. I have not found ONE SINGLE THING wrong with my witness! Absolute perfection! Thank you very much for your Great Customer Service and the Superior Quality of your products! I will buy all my new audio products (should I need them) from your company and no one else. Many Thanks! - W. F.
Palm Harbor, FL |
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| 9/26/2008 | I give the Witness an "A"; nearly all I was looking for in a workout aid. To be an "A+" I suggest:
- Put a hole in the cover for the Mic jack
- Make the cover more transparent (or the print more visable) for older eyes
- Make an armband so it can be worn while running/exercising, etc. The lanyard doesn't cut it. Make sure it fits a larger male arm.
That's it. Thanks for a great product. - H. Y.
Walnut Creek, CA |
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| 9/15/2008 | Hi R & D
I have had the Radio Your Way which I purchased from your company a few years ago. Decided to upgrade to this basically newer version of the same concept. Some comments on the CC witness compared to the Radio Your Way.
- The first thing that jumps out at anyone who had the Radio Your Way is the manual. The directions that came with the Radio Your Way were horrible. You literally had to spend hours trying to figure out how to program and work the radio. The CC Witness manual is fantastic and easy to follow. What a difference.
- Volume and sound quality. The volume and sound on the speaker of the CC Witness is light years better than the one on the Radio Your Way. I can now use this to listen to as a regular radio and not just to record and just use headphones to hear the recordings as I had to do with the Radio Your Way. What an improvement on the sound and volume on the built in speaker! Great job.
- Stations come in clearer with the CC Witness. Much clearer.
- The Interface of the unit. The CC Witness is so much more user friendly than the Radio Your Way. You guys did a great job improving the design of this unit.
I am very impressed with the CC Witness and look forward to years of use. I record a four hour show every overnight to listen to during the day. Very handy and now much more enjoyable.
Thanks, - S. B.
West Roxbury, MA |
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| 8/21/2008 | I know, the first comment was not all positive...nothing out there is perfect. That said, the recording quality is fabulous! As I said before, if you piggyback the DT-200VX with the Witness you have some serious sound files. Kudos on the ergonomics as well... especially with something this small. Okay....now finish up on the Mini radio and put a dock on there for the Witness. Nice job! - D. T.
Nashville, TN |
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| 8/19/2008 | ...just a word about the Witness...so far....radio not great....forget it anyway...we have all the other good ones we bought from you for input to the Witness. Try not to be such Geeks....get the software to speak human speak.....lines of copy never look good....make the recorded times....times.......forget all the running stuff...just say this is this long and you have this much left.....good! With all of that, I like the Witness.....expecting it not to be that good anyway...hell, I bought it!...best thing is to input the great DT-200VX....that is a radio....again...forget saying the Witness has a good radio....natta - D. T.
Nashville, TN |
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| 8/18/2008 | Hello: Just wanted to e-mail some info. I received the CC Witness about a week ago and OMG, love, love it!!! Now I know I will never miss another Coast to Coast show by falling asleep. This is my first "electronic" mp3 type player/recorder and it's great so far. Love the fact that I can rename the titles on a computer after it records!! Looking forward to finding new ways to use it.
Comments: I purchased the extra kit with the charger, cover, and cradle, as I don't have a home computer. Was a little disappointed that the CC Witness with the cover on does not fit into the cradle. Noticed that on Page 7 of the instructions about the SD card note "See Page 11", it's actually on page 12.
My first purchase with you was the DT-200VX - loved it as I was able to pick up extra stations, and it had a clip. Any chance the CC Witness could be produced with a clip and a cover could be produced with a slit so the clip can slide through. I also picture different colored covers that have the "writing" on it so you know where the buttons are!!
I see online that a new feature is already added - do older versions get upgrades at any time?
Thanks again for bringing this product. Everyone is amazed when I tell them I'm programming my radio to record. - just like a VCR recording - I need to find the time to listen!!!
Thank you!!! - P. T.
Edmonds, WA |
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