A:AnswerWith the ICD-BX800 you have Voice operated recording (VOR) that will start and stop recording automatically. This Device is Digital, therefore there are no moving parts such as a tape to make noise when recording.
A:Answerthe ICDBX800 Digital Voice Recorder has a "Voice-operated recording" feature that activates the recorder only when audible sound is present, conserving tape and eliminating soundless passages. Also features stereo recording.
A:AnswerPress and hold FOLDER/MENU to enter the menu mode. The menu mode window will be displayed. Press L/R arrow to select to select VOR setting, then press play button to enter. Press L/R arrow to select ON, then press play button to enter. Press stop button to exit menu mode.
A:Answerits up to 500 total that can be stored on it at once. the 26 hours is on one battery charge and the same with the 30. the 500 will take tons of batteries.