Stenograph
Refurbished Stenograph® Elan Mira A3 – Professional Paperless Realtime Writer
- SKU:
- 1022
- MPN:
- 1022
- Condition:
- Refurbished
- Availability:
- All writers take approximately 5-7 business days to prepare before shipping. Free shipping is UPS ground and will depend on your location. Expedited & lightning prep options are available.
- Shipping:
- Calculated at Checkout
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Description
Refurbished Stenograph® Elan Mira A3 – Professional Paperless Realtime Writer
Dual SD storage, AudioSync recording, tilting color display, adjustable touch, and full accessories — fully refurbished with 1-year warranty.
The Elan Mira A3 is a professional-grade paperless realtime writer designed for accuracy, comfort, and complete data redundancy. With a tilting color display, dual SD card system, AudioSync recording, USB/serial connectivity, and highly adjustable keyboard controls, the A3 delivers modern capability without the cost of newer premium models.
Each unit is fully refurbished, tested, and certified by our factory-trained technician and includes a 1-year parts & labor warranty. This package provides everything advanced students and working reporters need to write confidently with realtime and synchronized audio backup.
What’s Included
- Refurbished Elan Mira A3 writer (paperless configuration)
- Choice of carrying case
- Two 2GB SD memory cards
- External USB SD card reader
- 110/220V AC adapter/charger (new)
- Refurbished power pack with new cells
- Tripod
- USB realtime cable (new)
- Power supply (new)
- PDF user guide on USB drive
- Writer utilities & dictionary conversion tools on USB drive
- AudioSync microphone (new)
- Earbud/earbuds included
- LCD cleaning kit
- 1-year warranty including tech support
Steno Guru Tip
If you're a student plateaued at higher speeds, the Mira A3’s light, precise touch and real-time screen feedback can make a major difference in control and consistency. Dual SD cards replace old floppy-based systems and greatly increase storage safety.
Key Features
- Tilt-adjustable color LCD display for steno, text, or both
- Realtime English translation displayed on-screen
- Dual SD card system for primary and backup storage
- AudioSync™ digital audio recording with live monitoring
- USB and serial ports for full CAT compatibility
- Adjustable stroke depth, tension, and individual key contacts
- Search questions, answers, untranslates, and steno outlines
- Scroll up/down through notes for quick readback
- Individual J-Define creation on the writer
- Selectable display modes (text only, steno only, or combined)
- Ball-bearing platen for smooth, consistent motion
- Built-in retractable bench stand for tabletop writing
- Headphone and microphone jacks built in
- Lightweight and portable for daily field use
AudioSync™ Digital Recording
- Records synchronized audio directly to the Data SD card
- Supports .wav audio with adjustable quality levels
- Live monitoring through earbud or headphones
- Visual indicator shows recording quality
- Start, stop, or pause as needed without ending your steno file
- Uses approximately 6MB per hour of audio
Memory, Storage & Backup
The Mira A3 uses modern Secure Digital (SD™) media for primary and secondary storage. Steno is simultaneously saved to:
- Data SD card
- Backup SD card
- Internal RAM
This triple-redundant approach ensures that in the event of power failure, steno continues saving safely using the backup battery.
Approximate Storage Capacity
| Data SD (No Audio) | Data SD (With Audio) | |
|---|---|---|
| Strokes | 504,000,000 | 3,740,000 |
| Pages | 2,296,000 | 17,000 |
| Audio Hours | — | ~340 |
| RAM Storage | 320,000 strokes / 1,450 pages | |
| Backup SD (256MB) | 3,400,000 strokes / 15,000 pages | — |
*Backup SD cards over 32MB can be used, but only 32MB of data will be saved before older files are overwritten.
Connectivity & Realtime
- USB port for modern CAT systems (Case CATalyst, Eclipse, DigitalCAT, etc.)
- DB9 serial port for legacy realtime systems
- Supports optional Bluetooth or WiFi kits for wireless realtime
- USB-powered fallback mode (functions without battery except wireless)
Battery Performance
- Up to 10 hours of writing time
- Approximately 6-hour recharge time
- Recommended daily recharge
- Typical battery lifespan: 1–1.5 years
Why Choose the Mira A3?
- Professional capability at a more accessible price
- Dual SD storage eliminates reliance on floppy disks
- Realtime English translation with search and readback tools
- Integrated AudioSync with monitoring
- High adjustability for comfort and accuracy
- Excellent bridge between student and professional writers
Why Buy from StenoWorks?
- Over 30 years in the court reporting industry
- Largest inventory of refurbished writers and parts
- Technical support backed by ZenDesk
- Toll-free phone support and live chat
- Best price guarantee and money-back guarantee
Rental Options
Rental Options — No Credit Check
What’s included with every rental
- Refurbished A3 with your custom keytops
- Free keypads
- Tripod, power supply, realtime cable, 2 SD Cards (2 GB), microphone, earbuds, screen cleaning kit, sd card reader, software drivers & User's guide
- Standard carrying case
- 1-year standard warranty (upgradeable) + free tech support
Rent-to-Own (pick 12, 18 or 24 months)
- Setup: $400 deposit + $35 shipping = $435 total setup fee
- Plans: 12 months @ $82.92/mo or 18 months @ $55.88/mo or 24 months @ $41.46 (plus tax in FL only)
- Term: 6-month minimum, then month-to-month
- All payments + deposit apply toward purchase
- Restocking fee: $75 if returned unless upgrading
- Total machine value: $1395
Optional Upgrades
- Expedited prep & shipping
- Carrying bag upgrades
Next step → Choose Pay in Full, Rent Only, or Rent-to-Own at the top, select your keytops & free keypads, then click Add to Cart
Specifications
Technical Features & Specifications
Display & User Interface
- Tilt-adjustable color LCD display
- Non-glare screen coating for overhead lighting
- Customizable font size (5 levels)
- Selectable background (light/dark)
- Color-coded Q/A/untranslate/conflict indicators
- Text, steno, or dual-display modes
Keyboard & Stroke Adjustment
- Adjustable depth of stroke
- Adjustable keyboard tension
- Individual key-contact adjustments (Accudials)
- Built-in Key Test diagnostic mode
AudioSync™ Recording
- Digital .wav audio recorded directly to SD card
- Live monitoring via earbud/headphones
- Adjustable mic gain and headphone volume
- Automatic silence detection (auto-pause)
- Audio uses approximately 6MB per hour
Storage, Backup & File Management
- Dual SD card slots (Data + Backup)
- Simultaneous saving to Data SD, Backup SD, and RAM
- RAM capacity: ~320,000 strokes / 1,450 pages
- Reopen support for multi-part jobs
- Support for multi-gigabyte SD cards
- Timestamping of files
Connectivity
- USB port for realtime and dictionary updates
- DB9 serial port for legacy realtime
- Supports optional wireless (Bluetooth/WiFi) kits
- USB-powered fallback mode
Search & Readback Tools
- Search Q, A, untranslate, and steno outlines
- Search last StenoMark
- Scroll through job for instant readback
- Display RAM and SD directory listings
Dictionary & J-Defines
- Flash memory supports up to ~480,000 dictionary entries
- Create J-Defines directly on the writer
- Spell Mode for entering text using steno letter equivalents
- Supports Case CATalyst and converted RTF/CRE dictionaries
Battery
- Main battery writing time: up to ~10 hours
- Recharge time: approximately 6 hours
- Backup battery allows steno saving even when main battery is depleted
Dimensions & Build
- Weight: approximately 5 lbs 5 oz
- Ball-bearing platen for smooth mechanical feel
- Built-in retractable bench stand
- Durable, portable, field-ready design
Warranty Information
This writer has a limited one-year depot warranty covering both parts and labor including tech support from StenoWorks. Our warranty is detailed here. You may also add a loaner option at the time of purchase.
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