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Re: (meteorobs) Tape Recorder for observing?
In a message dated 98-11-20 08:09:11 EST, you write:
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Well, I'm thinking of trying to get more "formally" into observing
(hopefully with the upcoming Geminids) and I'm interested in trying the
"tape recorder" method. Even indoors at a pleasant temperature in a
brightly-lit room, doing nothing else but writing, I am incapable of reading
my OWN handwriting; it's exponentially worse when I'm freezing my behind off
with a dim red-flashlight outside.........
So, what is the most inexpensive (a big concern for me) recorder-mic setup
that is reliable, fairly battery-efficient (with a long battery life, or
rechargeable or something), and easy to use in a meteor-recording situation?
And can be easily found at a Radio Shack or Circuit City or something.....
John Krempasky >>
You are just gonna have to check out Radio shack or somewhere like that. I
personally avoid the recorders that are voice actuated. I've had problems in
the past where they miss the first word or two when recording. A setback if
all you say is, "+2 Leonid" for example. Others might have no problems at all
with them...but I won't have one. As for being the most inexpensive and
reliable etc...you get what you paid for. I've already gone thru 3 tape
recorders these last several years. So far the most reliable one I have was
the first one I acquired...a General Electric cheapie that I'm not sure where
I picked up at? Possibly from Sears, Wards...or maybe Radio Shack?
GeoZay
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