Apple iPod touch iOS 3.1 - Manual (Page 103)

Voice Memos
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Recording Voice Memos
Voice Memos lets you use iPod touch as a portable recording device (not available on
first-generation iPod touch).
Important: To use Voice Memos on iPod touch, you must connect the Apple
Earphones with Remote and Mic (included with Fall 2009 models with 32 GB or more)
or a compatible accessory with microphone (such as Apple-branded earbuds or
authorized third-party accessories marked with the Apple “Made for iPod” logo).
You can adjust the recording level by moving the microphone closer to or further
away from what you’re recording. For better recording quality, the loudest level on the
level meter should be between –3dB and 0 dB.
Record button
Audio level meter
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