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Victor XM-C17

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Manufacturer
Victor
Model / source grouping
XM-C17
Device type
portable
MDLP modes
Yes
NetMD interface
No
Hi-MD support
No

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Adapted from “Victor XM-C17”. Links, layout and file names normalized; missing database fields restored; remote embeds replaced with links. Manufacturer manuals and separately credited photographs retain their original attribution.

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Name XM-C17
Manufacturer Victor
Released 2005/10
Device type portable
Recorder Player
MDLP Yes
NetMD No
Hi-MD No
Radio No
Dimensions 75.4 × 82.2 × 16.3 mm (w/h/d)
Weight 70 g Main unit only, 97g including battery
ATRAC ver Not recorded
Battery Not recorded "Gumstick"
Battery notes Not recorded
Sidecar (depr) 1xAA
Voltage 1.2
Power cable Not recorded
Price (launch) Not recorded
¥20 000
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Inputs Not recorded
Outputs 3.5mm headphone
Control Not recorded

Playback only unit that supports ATRAC3 (MDLP) available in Silver, Blue and Red. The main unit is constructed with an aluminum face and a plastic body. It is equipped with a PWM digital amplifier and has a 3mW + 3mW output. Anti-Skip protection is 50 seconds when playing SP mode tracks, 105 seconds when playing LP2 mode tracks, and 210 seconds when playing LP4 mode tracks.

The unit is very lightweight but it doesn't have a cheap feel to it. On the main body the volume and track seek buttons are dual purpose with a 3-way selector switch to change the functions between Hold, Seek and Volume. This can be a little annoying if not using it with the remote.

Included accessories were stereo headphones, LCD remote control, NiMH battery (gumstick type) BN-R129, charging stand, AC adapter, dry battery case, carrying pouch.

Battery Performance

Rechargeable BN-R129

  • 49 hours (SP) / 67 hours (LP2) / 90 hours (LP4)

Rechargeable BN-R129 + 1 x AA alkaline battery

  • 134 hours (SP) / 187 hours (LP2) / 250 hours (LP4)

Content adapted from: JVC Original product page and Defunct Sony Insider forum posts

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Additional specifications and references
Web MdNo (not NetMD)
ManualUser manual
RegionJapan