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INSTRUCTIONSDIGITAL VOICERECORDERThank you for purchasing an OlympusDigital Voice Recorder.Please read these instructions for informationabout using t

Identification of parts1 SD card slot2 Built-in microphone3 NEW button4 REC button5 REW button6 FF button7 STOP button8 POWER/HOLD switch9 ERASE bu

Display status indicators (LCD panel) 1 Record mode indicator 2 Current folder 3 Memory remaining indicator (E/F bar)4 Record ind

Power supply f Warning:• Using batteries for which part or all of the external coating (insulating sheath) is peeling off or batteries which have ru

Power supply Notes• Manganese batteries may not be used in this recorder.• When changing batteries, AAA alkaline batteries or Olympus Ni-MH rechar

Power supplyCharging by connecting to a computer via USBYou can charge the batteries by connecting to a PC’s USB port. When charging, be sure to corre

Power supplyConnecting the USB-type AC adapter (optional) to chargeIt can be charged by connecting to the USB connecting AC adapter (A514) (optional).

Notes• Insert the supplied rechargeable battery and set [Battery] to [Ni-MH]. If [Battery] is set to [Alkaline], you cannot recharge (☞ P.13).• You

Turning on/off the powerWhen the recorder is not being used, turn the power off to reduce battery consumption to a minimum. Even if the power is turne

If you bring the POWER/HOLD switch to the HOLD position, the current conditions will be preserved, and all buttons and switches will be disabled. This

Inserting and ejecting a SD cardInserting a SD cardInsert the SD card fully into the card slot with the card facing the direction shown in the illustr

Introduction • The contents of this document may be changed in the future without advanced notice. Contact our Customer Support Center for the late

• You can select between 12 and 24 hour display by pressing the F2([24H] or [12H])* button while setting the hour and minute. Example: 5:45 P.M

Changing the time and dateWhen the recorder’s POWER/HOLD switch is turned ON the [Time & Date] will be displayed for two seconds. If the time an

Basic operations The recorder has five folders, [ A ], [ B ], [C], [D], [E] and you can select a folder by pressing the F1 (FOLDER) button. These fi

Recording New recordingCreate a new file to record in. 1 Press the NEW button to create a new file. a Selected Author IDb New file numberc Re

Overwrite recordingYou can overwrite a previously recorded file from any point within the file.Note that the overwritten recordings will be erased. Re

RecordingInsert recordingAdditional recording can be inserted into previously recorded file. 1 Select and play the file you want to insert an addit

Recording modes [Rec Mode]The recording mode can choose between [QP] (Quality Playback) and [SP] (Standard Playback). 1 Select [Rec Mode] at the [

Microphone sensitivity [Mic Sense]You can switch between two microphone sensitivities to meet recording needs: [Dictation] for oral dictation and [Con

Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator [VCVA]The Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) is a function that starts recording automatically when the

+, − (Volume) buttonRecording monitor It is possible to monitor your recording by listening to the recording while recording is in progress. Insert th

EN3123456Table of contents P.4Safe and proper usage P.5Getting started P.8Basic operations P.22Advanced operations P.36Managing files on your PC

PlaybackYou can start playing a file at any point. 1 Select the file, then press the PLAY/OK button to start playback. • The [ ] (Play indicator

PlaybackPlayback functions Operation How to cancelFast Forward(FF)Press the 9 or FF button once while stopped. Press the PLAY/OK or STOP button.Rewind

ErasingErasing a file 1 Select the file you want to erase. 2 Press the ERASE button. 3 Press the + button to select [File Erase], the

ErasingErasing all files in a folder 1 Select the file you want to erase. 2 Press the ERASE button. 3 Press the + button to select [

ErasingPartially erasing a file 1 Playback the file you would like to partially erase. 2 Press the ERASE button at the point to start erasin

Erasing 4 Press the ERASE button to confirm erase. • The display changes to [Partial erasing !] and erasing will start. When [Partial erase comp

Advanced operationsSelecting folders and filesChanging folders 1 While the recorder is stopped, press the F1 (FOLDER) button. • The folder list

Displaying file information [Information]The recorder can display a variety of information related to the current file. 1 Select the file contain

Index marksIndex marks can be placed in a file during recording or playback. Index marks are used to provide a quick and easy way to identify importan

Menu listMenu listMain menuSecond layer SettingRef.pageLockRec ModeVCVABacklightContrastLEDLanguagesFile MenuRecord MenuDisplay Menu[Off], [On][QP], [

Table of contentsIntroductionTable of contents ...4Safe and proper usage ...

Menu list Notes • The selectable language varies depending on the countries where the product was purchased. • Items appear in bold letters in the

Learning to use the menuTo navigate through the different options in the menu, use the menu list flow chart (☞ P.39, P.40) and the following steps to

Locking files [Lock]When a file is set to [Lock], [ ] will appear on the display, allowing you to prevent important files from accidental erase. Moreo

Backlight [Backlight]When the display backlight is set to [On], the backlight will light up for about 10 seconds when a button is pressed.This is usef

LCD contrast adjustment [Contrast]Display contrast can be adjusted from level [01] to [12]. 1 Select [Contrast] at the [Display Menu] screen, then

LED [LED]You can set it so the Record indicator light does not turn on. 1 Select [LED] at the [Display Menu] screen, then press the PLAY/OK or 9 b

Language3EN46Language [Language]You can select the display language for this recorder.The selectable language varies depending on the countries where

System sounds [Beep]When this is set to [On], the recorder beeps to alert you to button operations or warn you of errors. 1 Select [Beep] at the [

Changing the USB class [USB Settings]Besides setting to [PC] (Connect to PC to transfer files) or [AC Adapter] (Connect to AC adapter to recharge the

7 Press the PLAY/OK button to complete the setting. 8 Press the F3 (EXIT) or 0 button to close the menu screen.When [USB Class] is selected: 6 Press

Before using your new recorder, read this manual carefully to ensure that you know how to operate it safely and correctly. Keep this manual in an e

Formatting the card [Format]Cards that have been used in non-Olympus devices, or cards that are not recognized by the recorder, must be formatted befo

Formatting the cardTo return the recorder’s menu settings to their original status from the time of purchase (initial settings), perform the setting f

Check system information [System info.]System information about the recorder like its [Model Name], [Version] and [Serial] can be displayed.In this re

Managing files on your PC 4EN53The DSS Player is a fully featured software tool that provides a simple to use but sophisticated method of managing

Be sure to confirm the following before installation: • Exit all running applications. • Eject the floppy disk if you are using one.• If you are

Window 1 Exit DSS Player program. 2 Click the [start] button on the taskbar. 3 Select [Add/Remove programs] from the [Control Panel].•

Connecting recorder to PCConnecting to your PC using the USB cable 1 Boot the PC. 2 Connect the USB cable to the USB port of the PC. 3 Conne

Connecting recorder to PC Notes • NEVER remove the card or disconnect the USB cable while the record indicator light is fl ashing. If you do, the d

By default, connecting the recorder to your PC, will start the application automatically. WindowsDisabling automatic start: 1 Right-click the De

Other practical use methodsUsing as external memory of the computer When the recorder is connected to your PC, it will be recognized on your PC as a r

Safe and proper usage Handling the recorder f Warning: • Keep the recorder out of the reach of children and infants to prevent the following dang

Other information Alarm message list M e s s a g e E x p l a n a t i o n A c t i o n [Battery Low] Battery power is getting low.

Troubleshooting S y m p t o m P r o b a b l e c a u s e A c t i o n Nothing appears on the display The batteries are not loaded pr

S y m p t o m P r o b a b l e c a u s e A c t i o n Unable to set index marks The maximum number of index marks (32) has been re

Accessories (optional) s Headset: E62, E102 Stereo headset for your PC. A helpful tool for PC based transcription. s Monaural binaural earph

Specifications G e n e r a l p o i n t s 4 Recording format: DS2 (Digital Speech Standard Pro) 4 Recording media: SD-card: 512 MB to 32 G

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• Keep batteries out of the reach of children. • I f y o u n o t i c e a n y t h i n g u n u s u a l w h e n u s i n g t h

M a i n f e a t u r e s s Support type of memory: SD card ( ☞ P.9). s Three programmable smart buttons F1, F2 and F3. s Recordin

Memory card Settings and operating environment relating to the cardThis recorder uses memory in the form of SD card memory. Compatible cards The re