There is also the option of setting the device to record motion-activated footage and this instance it could be deployed clipped into a jacket or blazer pocket that is on a hanger or draped over the back of a chair. the audio recording on this device is not a secondary consideration. as such audio recording quality is excellent and with a sensitive microphone the audio pick up range is at least a 6-metre radius. the pen is ideal to capture important audio from situations such as meetings, interviews or where verbal abuse or slander maybe apparent.