Sony RPT-M1

The “RPT-M1” to be released this time is connected to our MD Walkman * 1 and stores one day's learning from the dedicated MD software in the IC memory of this unit. When you play back the memorized content on this unit, it automatically pauses and repeats every short phrase within 3 seconds, and you can learn English conversation by listening to that phrase over and over again. You can operate it with the touch of a button, so you can easily use it while commuting to work or school. The dedicated MD software includes “Frequently used first travel English conversation”, “Overseas business trip English conversation that is not scary even by one person”, “Surasura telephone English conversation”, and “Tea time English conversation that is not a problem” (Author: Sony Corporation Education Business Office) , Issued by: Chukei Publishing, ¥ 1,600 each) will be released together.

　This unit and the dedicated software are based on the theory of “Sony's 3-second English conversation” * 2 advocated by Sony . In addition to the data obtained by investigating and analyzing the mechanism of language acquisition of infants and the process of language improvement of expatriates for many years, most of English conversation is a phrase of about 3 seconds or a combination thereof. 1) You can't speak unless you can hear it 2) Listen at natural speed from the beginning 3) Input conversation in 3 second units 4) Find the 4 principles that there is no better way to improve than repetition, and an effective learning method derived from it “Sony's 3-second English conversation”.

* 1 To use this unit, you must use our MD Walkman. [Models compatible with dedicated software] Playback-only machines: MZ-E55, E33, E44, E45, E35, E25, EP11, EP10, E50, E30 Recording / playback machine: MZ-R55, R50, R5ST, R4ST, R30 * 2 An English conversation learning method that we have been advocating since 1985. The learning method is to repeatedly listen to a short sentence of about 3 seconds composed of natural speed, and then repeat it in your head or in your mouth. “ “3-second English conversation” by Sony Corporation Education Business Office, published by Shodensha (first edition published in October 1985) “Sony-style English conversation English in 3 seconds! 』Sony Co., Ltd. Education Business Office, published by Chukei Publishing (first edition published in October 1991).

● Main features

1. Easy repeat learning for each short phrase with the touch of a button The dedicated MD software records a cue signal for each phrase of about 3 seconds, and when this is stored in the memory of this unit and played, the mechanism is such that pauses and repeats are automatically applied for each phrase. In addition, those operations can be performed with one operation button (“Repeat / Go button”), so you can easily use it by holding it with one hand. 【Instructions】 1. 1. When you first press the “Repeat / Go button”, it will automatically pause when one phrase within 3 seconds is played (auto pause). 2. 2. If you press the “Repeat / Go button” again, the mode will switch to repeat mode (auto repeat), and the same phrase will be played over and over again. 3. 3. If you press the “Repeat / Go button” again, you can proceed to the next phrase. And 2. We will repeat the process of learning.

2. You can easily carry one lesson by storing it in the main unit. If you connect this unit to our MD Walkman and store the learning amount (up to 63 phrases) for one day in advance from the dedicated MD software, you are ready to go. Its compact size makes it easy to carry around, and you can study English conversation anytime, anywhere.

3. Equipped with a shuffle function and a skip function that are convenient for memorization It is equipped with a shuffle function that calls up the phrases you remember in no particular order, and a skip function that erases the phrases you remember and remembers them reliably, further enhancing the learning effect.

4. Can be used as a normal remote controller when connected to an MD Walkman When connecting to an MD Walkman and enjoying music MD, etc., this unit can be used as a remote controller.

5. Equipped with a backlight that allows you to check the operating status even in the dark

6. Powered by 1 AA battery or 1 gum rechargeable battery

Content adapted from: Sony Press Release

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