The ISD1012A/1016A/1020A family of devices is designed to record and playback audio and voice information in a single chip with a minimum of circuit complexity. These devices utilize ISD's patented DAST (Direct Analog Storage) technology, which eliminates the need for digital conversion and compression, resulting in high-quality reproduction. The family includes three versions storing voice in 12, 16, or 20 second arrays, with additional devices capable of being cascaded for longer durations.
| Record Duration (ISD1012A) | 2 seconds |
|---|---|
| Record Duration (ISD1016A) | 16 seconds |
| Record Duration (ISD1020A) | 20 seconds |
| Power Supply | Single 5-volt |
| Storage Retention | 10-year |
| Record Cycles | 10K |
The devices use ISD's patented Direct Analog Storage (DAST) technology.
Yes, additional devices may be cascaded to achieve longer recording durations.
The preamplifier has a maximum gain of about 24dB for small input signal levels.