DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER DS-50 DS-40 DS-30 INSTRUCTIONS EN INSTRUCTIONS ES Thank you for purchasing an Olympus Digital Voice Recorder. Please read these instructions for information about using the product correctly and safely. Keep the instructions handy for future reference. To ensure successful recordings, we recommend that you test the record function and volume before use.
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INDEX INDEX INDEX Table of Contents P4 Safe and Proper Usage P6 Getting Started P9 About Recording P23 About Playback P34 Erase and other functions P47 Display and Sound Functions P55 Menu Setting P60 Using the Recorder on Your PC P65 Managing Files on Your PC P76 DSS Player Expanded Functions P77 Importing Content for Listening on the Recorder P79 Other Practical Use Methods P80 Other Information P81 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 DS-50 DS-50 3
Table of Contents Introduction ............................................... 2 INDEX ...................................................... 3 Table of Contents ...................................... 4 Safe and Proper Usage ............................ 6 General Precautions ................................. 7 1 Getting Started Main Features .......................................... 9 Identification of Parts .............................. 11 Inserting Batteries ...................................
Table of Contents 7 Using the Recorder on Your PC 11 Other Practical Use Methods Saving Files in Your PC .......................... 65 Using DSS Player Software .................... 67 Installing Software .................................. 69 Using Online Help ................................... 72 Connecting to Your PC ........................... 73 Running DSS Player ............................... 75 Using as External Memory of the Computer ..................................
Safe and Proper Usage 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 easily accessible location for future reference. • The warning symbols indicate important safety related information. To protect yourself and others from personal injury or damage to property, it is essential that you always read the warnings and information provided.
General Precautions ● Do not leave the recorder in hot, humid locations such as inside a closed automobile under direct sunlight or on the beach in the summer. ● Do not store the recorder in places exposed to excessive moisture or dust. ● Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol and lacquer thinner to clean the unit. ● Do not place the recorder on top of or near electric appliances such as TVs or refrigerators.
General Precautions Batteries Warning • Batteries should never be exposed to flame, heated, short-circuited or disassembled. • Do not attempt to recharge alkaline, lithium or any other non-rechargeable batteries. • Never use any battery with a torn or cracked outer cover. • Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
1 Getting Started Main Features ● A exclusive remote control (supplied with the DS-50 only) can be attached to the recorder to control recording and stop operations. (☞ P24) ● It uses a removable stereo microphone. (☞ P23) • The stereo microphone can be removed when it is not necessary during playback, offering excellent portability. • If the stereo microphone is removed and attached to the exclusive remote control, it can be used as a remotely controlled stereo microphone.
Main Features 1 Main Features ● This USB storage class support recorder can be utilized as external memory to read and save the data. (☞ P80) ● A Noise Cancel Function (☞P43) and a Voice Filter Function (☞P45) cut noise and enable clear audio playback. • By connecting the computer with the USB, pictures, text data, etc. can be saved, and utilized to carry data. ● Fast forward and rewind are possible at set intervals. ● It uses a high-contrast monochrome LCD ● Comes with DSS Player software.
Identification of Parts 1 1 2 3 ! 4 e @ 5 # ) 6 & * ( $ = 7 % 8 - Identification of Parts 0 w q ^ 9 1 Exclusive stereo microphone (ME53S) 2 MIC (Microphone) / REMOTE jack 3 Built-in monaural microphone 4 REC (Record) button 5 STOP button 6 PLAY button 7 DISPLAY/Podcast button 8 POWER/HOLD switch 9 Strap hole 0 Record/Play indicator light (LED) ! Display (LCD panel) @ LIST/INDEX button # FOLDER/ button $ VOLUME ( +) button % 9(Fast Forward) button ^ VOLUME (- ) button & 0(Rewind) button *
Identification of Parts Remote Controller (RS29 supplied with the DS-50 only) 1 Identification of Parts Recording and stop operations can be performed by connecting the remote controller to the recorder. The remote controller can also be used as a remote controlled stereo microphone by connecting it to the exclusive stereo microphone (ME53S).
Inserting Batteries 2 Insert two AAA alkaline batteries, observing the correct polarity. Close the battery cover completely by pressing to the direction A, then sliding to the direction B. Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in the direction indicated by the arrow, and turn the power on. If the “hour” indicator flashes in the display, see “Setting Time/ Date (Time&Date)” (☞P17). 3 Replacing batteries The battery indicator on the display changes as the batteries lose power.
Inserting Batteries Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery 1 Inserting Batteries/Using the AC Adapter 14 Optional Ni-MH rechargeable batteries from Olympus can be used in the recorder. Use them with the BU-400 Olympus Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Charger (Europe only). (☞ P84) Using the AC Adapter Plug the optional AC adapter (Olympus Model A321 or A322) into a household power outlet and connect the power plug to the recorder’s power connector (DC 3V).
Power Supply When the recorder is not being used, turn the power off to reduce battery consumption to a minimum. Even if the power is turned off, existing data, mode settings, and clock settings will be maintained. Turning On the Power The display will turn on, and, after “System Check” appears, the power will be turned on. The resume function will bring the recorder back to the stop position in memory before power was turned off.
HOLD 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 feature is useful when the recorder has to be carried in a bag or pocket. 1 Set the recorder to HOLD mode HOLD Slide the POWER/HOLD switch to the HOLD position. After “Hold” appears on the display, the recorder is set to HOLD mode. Exit HOLD mode Slide the POWER/HOLD switch to the A position. .........................................................
Setting Time/Date (Time&Date) If you set the date and time beforehand, the information when the file is recorded is automatically stored for each file. Setting the date and time beforehand enables easier file management. When you use the recorder for the first time after purchasing it, or turn the power on after having removed the batteries for one minute or longer to change them or for other purposes, the “Set Time & Date” message may appear.
Setting Time/Date (Time&Date) 3 3 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. The clock will start from the set date and time. Press the OK button according to the time signal. ........................................................................................................ Notes 1 Setting Time/Date • If you press the OK button during the setup operation, the recorder will save the items that were set to that point.
Notes on the Folders There are a total of eight folders in the recorder that are in a tree format. Under the “Root” folder are “Folder A” through “Folder E”, “Audible” and “Music” folders, and recorded or transferred language and music data from a computer can be saved as “files”. “Folder A” through “Folder E” are voice-recording folders, so choose one of these five folders when recording on this recorder.
Notes on the Folders Selecting the Folders and Files 1 List display The folders and files recorded in this recorder are displayed. File display Information of the selected file is displayed. Enters in playback standby mode. Notes on the Folders Upper (selected) folder Scroll bar (appears when the whole contents cannot be displayed) aUpper (selected) folder bName of the file Files with tag data Press the FOLDER button to switch folders Press the FOLDER button while the recorder is stopped.
Notes on the Folders How to select a folder and file You can select a desired folder and file even without using the Folder button or the Podcast button. + or - button: Moves the cursor Selecting “Folder A” folder Selecting “DS500001” file 9 or OK button: Opens the selected folder/file. If a folder or file is selected with the OK button, playback will begin. 0 button: Returns to the upper folder.
Notes on the Folders File names will be automatically created for files recorded by this recorder. DS50 0001.WMA Extension 1 File number : A serial number automatically assigned by a Digital Voice Recorder. Notes on the Folders 22 User ID : The name that has been set on the Digital Voice Recorder. The default name on the Digital Voice Recorder is “DS-50” , “DS-40” or “DS-30” . The user ID can be modified with DSS Player.
2 About Recording Before recording This recorder offers a wide range of recording options by using the exclusive stereo microphone, built-in monaural microphone, and exclusive remote control (provided with the DS-50 only). Choose a recording method according to your need. Stereo recording using the exclusive stereo microphone Connect the exclusive stereo microphone to the recorder's MIC/REMOTE jack.
Before recording Use the remote control for operation Plug the exclusive remote control into the recorder's MIC/REMOTE jack to use the remote control to operate the recorder. Connect the exclusive remote control to the recorder's MIC/REMOTE jack. 2 ➥ Use the REC/STOP switch on the exclusive remote control to start Before recording and stop recording with the recorder's built-in microphone (☞ P25). ..........................................................................................................
Recording Before starting recording, select a folder between Folder A to Folder E.These five folders can be selectively used to distinguish the kind of recording; for example, Folder A might be used to store private information, while Folder B might be dedicated to holding business information. Newly recorded audio will be saved as the last file in the selected folder. 1 1 Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder in which to make a recording. 2 Press the REC button to start recording.
Recording Notes 2 Recording • If you select a folder other than A through E and press the REC button, an “Illegal Folder” message will flash. Select a folder from A through E and start recording again. • To ensure recording from the beginning, start speaking after you see the red record/play indicator light on. • A beep will sound when remaining recording time reaches 60 seconds, 30 seconds, and 10 seconds while recording.
Recording Listening While Audio is Recorded If you start recording after inserting the earphone into the EAR jack on the recorder, you can hear the sound being recorded. The sound volume on the recording monitor can be adjusted by pressing the VOLUME (+) or VOLUME (–) button. Connect the earphone to the EAR jack on the recorder. ➥ After 2 Recording To EAR (earphone) jack recording has started, you can hear the sound being recorded through the earphone.
Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) When the microphone senses that sounds have reached a preset threshold volume level, the built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) starts recording automatically, and stops when the volume drops below the threshold level. The VCVA feature extends recording time and conserves memory by stopping recording during silent periods, which helps the playback to be more efficient.
Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) Press the REC button to start recording. 8 Press the 9 or 0 button adjust the pause sound level. 7 8 When the sound volume is lower than the preset threshold sound level, recording automatically stops after 1 sec approximately, and “Standby” flashes on the display. The record/play indicator light glows red when recording starts and flashes when recording pauses. The VCVA level can be set to any of 15 different values.
Recording Modes (Rec Mode) The recording mode can be chosen from ST XQ (stereo extra high quality sound recording), ST HQ (stereo high quality sound recording), HQ (high quality sound recording), SP (standard recording), and LP (long-term recording). 2 Recording Modes 1 2 3 4 5 1 While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. 2 3 Press the OK or 9 button. “Rec Mode” will be displayed on the screen. (☞ P60, 62) The recording mode setup process begins.
Microphone Sensitivity Microphone sensitivity is adjustable to meet recording needs. While the recorder is stopped or during recording, slide the Mic Sense switch and select a microphone sensitivity among “LECTURE”, “CONF”, and “DICT”. 2 Microphone Sensitivity Every time the setting is switched, it cycles through the display's microphone sensitivities. LECTURE( ): Highest recording sensitivity suitable for conferences with large crowds and recording audio at a distance or low volume.
Set the Low Cut Filter (LowCut Filter) The recorder has a Low Cut Filter function to minimize low-frequency sounds and record voices more clearly. This function can reduce noise from air conditioners, projectors and other similar noises. 2 2 Set the Low Cut Filter 1 1 2 3 4 4 3 While the recorder is stopped or during recording, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens. (☞ P60, 62) Press the + or – button to choose “LowCut Filter”. Press the OK or 9 button.
Set the Low Cut Filter (LowCut Filter) 6 5 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. 5 6 Press the STOP button to close the menu. If the 0 button is pressed, the setting will be canceled and it will return to the menu. 2 Set the Low Cut Filter If it returns to the menu screen during recording, press the 0 button to close the menu screen.
3 About Playback Playing The recorder can play back WMA and MP3 format files. To play back a file recorded with other machines, you need to transfer (copy) it from a computer. Files saved in the Audible folder can play back in the Audible mode. For operation methods in the Audible mode, see Online manual. 3 1 1 Playing Every time the FOLDER button is pressed, it cycles through folders and the List display will appear. (☞P20) List display 2 2 34 Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder.
Playing 3 4 Press the PLAY or OK button to start playback. The record/play indicator light glows green. For files created using machines other than this recorder, the file format will appear on the display. ....MP3 files ....WMA files 3 4 Press the + or – button to select the proper sound volume. 3 Playing a Play position bar indicator b Current playback time c File name d File format indicator The display shows the volume level. You can choose between 0 and 30.
Playing Forwarding Press and hold the 9 button while the recorder is stopped. ➥ If you release the button, it will stop. Press the PLAY or OK button to start playing back from where it was stopped. a File length 3 Playing Press and hold the 9 button while playing a file. ➥ When you release the 9 button the recorder will resume normal playback. • If there is an index mark or temp mark (☞P50) in the middle of the file, the recorder will stop at that location.
Playing Locating the Beginning of the File Press the 9 button during playback, slow playback, or fast playback. ➥ The next file is cued and playback starts at the previously set speed. Press the 0 button during playback, slow playback, or fast playback. ➥ The file being played is cued and playback starts at the previously set speed.* Playing Press the 0 button 2 times during playback, slow playback or fast playback. ➥ The previous file is cued and playback starts at the previously set speed.
Playing Playback Through Earphone An earphone can be connected to the EAR jack of the recorder for listening. ➥ When the earphone is used, the recorder speaker will be switched-off. 3 Playing 38 ....................................................................................................... Notes • To avoid irritation to the ear, insert the earphone after turning down the volume level. • When you listen with the earphone during playback, do not raise the volume too much.
Select Play Mode (Play Mode) There are six play modes. You can choose whether to play by file or folder, or all files stored in the recorder. 1 2 While the recorder is stopped or during playback, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens. (☞ P60, 62) 1 4 – button to choose 3 Press the OK or 9 button. 4 Press the + or – button to select a desired play mode. Start setting a play mode. a Current play mode 3 Select Play Mode 3 2 Press the + or “Play Mode”.
Select Play Mode (Play Mode) 6 3 5 5 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. 6 Press the STOP button to close the menu. If the 0 button is pressed, the setting will be canceled and it will return to the menu. Select Play Mode If the recorder goes to the menu screen during playback, press the 0 button to close the menu screen. An icon will appear on the display according to the setting. b Selected play mode ..................................................................................
How to begin segment repeat playback This function enables repeated playback of part of the file being played. 1 1 Choose a file that contains a segment you want to play back repeatedly, and press the PLAY or OK button. File playback begins. “ 2 3 End?” will flash on the display. Even while “ End?” is flashing, changing the playback speed, fast forward and rewind (☞ P36) can be executed the same as during normal playback, and it can be advanced quickly to the end position.
How to begin segment repeat playback Å@ Cancel the Segment Repeat Playback Function Press the OK button. ➥ Pressing the OK button will release segment repeat playback and stop playback. 3 How to begin segment repeat playback 42 Press the STOP button. ➥ Pressing the STOP button will release segment repeat playback and stop playback. Press the 9 button. ➥ Pressing the 9 button will release segment repeat playback and fast forward and cue to the beginning of the next file. Press the 0 button.
Noise Cancel Function (Noise Cancel) If recorded audio is difficult to understand because of noisy surroundings, adjust the Noise Cancel setting level. Noise will be reduced in the file when it’s played back for better sound quality. 1 2 While the recorder is stopped or during playback, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens. (☞ P60, 62) 4 2 3 4 Press the OK or 9 button. 3 5 5 The noise cancel setup process begins.
Noise Cancel Function (Noise Cancel) 6 6 Press the STOP button to close the menu. If the recorder goes to the menu screen during playback, press the 0 button to close the menu screen. The will appear on the display. a Noise Cancel indicator 3 Noise Cancel Function 44 ..................................................................................................................................................
Set the Voice Filter (Voice Filter) The recorder has a Voice Filter Function to cut low and high frequency tones during normal, fast, or slow playback, and enable clear audio playback. 1 2 While the recorder is stopped or during playback, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens. (☞ P60, 62) 4 2 3 4 Press the OK or 9 button. 3 5 5 – button to choose The voice filter setup process begins. Press the + or – button to choose between “On” and “Off”.
Set the Voice Filter (Voice Filter) 6 6 Press the STOP button to close the menu. If the recorder goes to the menu screen during playback, press the 0 button to close the menu screen. If it is set to “On”, will appear on the display. a Voice Filter indicator 3 Set the Voice Filter 46 .................................................................................................................................................. Note • Voice Filter is not available while Noise Cancel is set.
4 Erase and other functions Erasing Erasing One File at a Time A selected file can be erased from a folder. 1 4 5 2 3 4 5 Every time the FOLDER button is pressed, it cycles through folders and the List display will appear (☞P20). 4 Press the + or – button to choose the file you want to erase. Erasing 2 3 1 Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder. Press the ERASE button. The “Cancel” indicator flashes. Press the “Erase”. + button to choose Press the OK button.
Erasing Erase All Files from a Folder All files in a folder can be erased simultaneously. The locked files and the files set to read-only on the PC will not be erased. 1 4 Erasing 2 3 4 1 2 Press the FOLDER button to select the folder in which you want to erase all files. 3 Press the Erase”. 4 Press the OK button. Press the ERASE button twice. The “Cancel” indicator flashes. + button to choose “All The display changes to “All Erase!” and erasing will start.
Erasing Notes • An erased file cannot be restored. • The locked files and the files that are set to read-only will not be erased. • If an action is not selected within eight seconds on the “Cancel”, “Erase”, or “All Erase” screens, the recorder will return to stop status. • It may take over 10 seconds to complete erasing. Never turn the power off or remove batteries during this time because data may be corrupted.
Index Marks and Temp Marks If index marks and temp marks are placed, you can quickly find a location you want to listen to in fast forward and fast rewind (☞P36) and when cuing a file (☞P37). Index marks cannot be placed on files created on machines other than Olympus IC recorders, but temp marks can be placed instead to temporarily remember desired locations.
Index Marks and Temp Marks Clearing an Index Mark or a Temp Mark Follow the procedures below to erase index or temp marks. 1 2 2 Press the 9 or 0 button to select an index or temp mark to erase. 3 Press the ERASE button while the index or temp number appears for approximately 2 seconds on the display. The index or temp mark is erased. Index or temp numbers after the erased index or temp number will automatically move up.
Formatting the Recorder (Format) If you format the recorder, all files will be removed and all function settings will return to defaults except date and time settings. Transfer any important files to a computer before formatting the recorder. If the recorder is formatted, data for guidance (☞P57), alarm playback, and starting/ closing tune when the power is turned On/Off (☞P15) will also be erased and these features will not be available in the future.
Formatting the Recorder (Format) 5 Press the OK button. After the “Data Will Be Cleared” message is on for two seconds, “Cancel” will turn on. { 5 4 7 6 7 Press the OK button. Formatting the Recorder 6 + button again to choose Press the “Start”. Formatting begins and an indicator flashes on the display. { “Format Done” displays when formatting ends.
Formatting the Recorder (Format) Notes • Never turn the power off or remove batteries during formatting because data may be corrupted. It may take over 10 seconds to complete erasing. • Never format the recorder from a PC. • After formatting, recorded audio file names may start from 0001. • Once the recorder is formatted, the music files with DRM may not be transferred to the recorder again. • When the recorder is formatted, all the saved data, including locked files and read-only files, are erased.
5 Display and Sound Functions LCD Display Information The LCD screen on the recorder can display 3 different format of information by pressing the DISPLAY button. This help review and confirm different recorder settings and file information. 1 1 Press the DISPLAY button. The LCD display views will switch every time the DISPLAY button is pressed in the File Display screen. While in stop or playback mode When pressing Display, the recorder will cycle through 1 to 3.
LCD Display Information While in record mode While recording in VCVA mode Displays 1 and 2 alternately. Displays 1 and 2 alternately. 1 Remaining memory bars/recording time/ Recording level meter Display in the stereo recording mode 5 Display in the stereo recording mode LCD Display Information The audio input level display varies depending on a stereo recording or the monaural recording.
Guidance (Voice Guide) This feature gives audio announcements of recorder operating conditions. Adjust the speed and the volume of guidance announcements. 1 2 While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens. (☞ P.60, 62) 1 4 2 3 4 Press the + or “Voice Guide”. 5 Press the OK or 9 button to move to the respective setting. 5 Press the OK or 9 button. The voice guide setup process begins. Press the + or – button to select the item to set.
Guidance (Voice Guide) “On/Off” setting 1 2 1 Press the + or – button to choose between “On” and “Off”. On: Guidance will be provided. Off: Guidance will be canceled. 2 Press the OK button to exit “On/Off” selection. “Speed”setting 1 1 Press the + or – button to choose from “Fast”, “Normal”, and “Slow”. 5 Guidance 2 Fast: Announcements at 1.5 times as fast. Normal: Announcements at normal speed. Slow: Announcements at 0.75 times as fast. 2 Press the OK button to exit “Speed” selection.
Guidance (Voice Guide) 7 6 7 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. If the 0 button is pressed, the setting will be canceled and it will return to the menu. Press the STOP button to close the menu. 6 .................................................................................................................................................. Notes 5 Guidance • The starting tune/closing tune when the power is turned On/Off (☞P15) can be canceled if you set the guidance to Off.
6 Menu Setting Menu Setting Method Items in menus are categorized by tabs, so select a tab first and move to a desired item to quickly set it. You can set each menu item as follows. 1 2 1 6 While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens. (☞ P62) Menu items can be set during a recording or playback. (☞ P64) 2 Press the + or – button to move to the item to be set. Menu Setting Method Setup using a tab 1 Press the 0 button for each item to move to a tab.
Menu Setting Method 3 Press the OK or 9 button. 3 4 Press the + or the setting. 6 5 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. 5 6 Press the STOP button to close the menu. 4 Moves to the setting of the selected item. – button to change If the 0 button is pressed, the setting will be canceled and it will return to the menu.
Menu List 6 Menu List *Please see online manual for details.
Menu List 6 Menu List *Please see online manual for details.
Menu List 6 Menu List *Please see online manual for details. * * 64 *“Play Mode” and “Skip Space” cannot be set in the Audible mode.
7 Using the Recorder on Your PC Saving Files in Your PC By being connected to a PC, the recorder enables you to do the following: • Playback voice files on your PC. Audio files recorded using the recorder can be played using the DSS Player software included on the provided CD-ROM or Windows Media Player. • Playback voice files on your PC and on the recorder when connected via USB. Download files from the recorder to the PC or upload files from the PC to the recorder.
Saving Files in Your PC ● Data can be written or uploaded to the recorder even though the attribute of the recorder drive is shown as Read-only by the operating system of the PC. ● As the noise may cause adverse effects on electronics devices nearby the recorder, unplug the earphone when you connect the recorder to a PC.
Using DSS Player Software Basic Operating Environment of DSS Player IBM PC/AT compatible PC Operating System: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional/XP Professional,Home Edition CPU: Intel Pentium II class 333 MHz processor or more (If recording to a hard disk directly with the WMA format, please use in the range of 500 MHz or more) RAM: 128 MB or more (256MB or more is recommended) Hard drive space: 50 MB or more Drive: 2x or faster CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM drive Sound card: Creative Labs Soun
Using DSS Player Software Notes • The support service will not cover if your PC has been updated from Windows 95/98/Me to Windows 2000/XP. • Any failure on a self-modified PC will not be covered under the operational warranty.
Installing Software Before you connect the recorder to your PC and use it, you must first install the DSS player software from the included Software CD. Applications included with “DSS Player” • DSS Player: Recorded voice files can be downloaded to the PC for complete file management and playback solution. Be sure to confirm the following before installation: • Exit all running applications. • Eject the floppy disk if you are using one. • You need to log on as an Administrator.
Installing Software Installing DSS Player 5 6 Enter your name, company name and serial number. For the serial number, see the label attached to the CD-ROM package provided with DSS Player. When entered, click [Next]. When the confirmation dialog appears, click [Yes]. Confirm your acceptance of the terms of the Licensing Agreement. You must accept the terms of the Licensing Agreement to install DSS Player. If you accept them, click [Yes]. 7 Installing Software 70 Register user information.
Installing Software Installing the Device Driver 11 Connect the recorder to your PC, referring to “Connecting to Your PC” (☞ P73). When you connect the recorder to your PC for the first time after installing DSS Player, the recorder’s driver will be installed automatically. If the driver is installed properly, DSS Player will start automatically.
Using Online Help To open Online Help, you have the following options. • Click the [start] button, select [All Programs], then [Olympus DSS Player], then click [Help]. • While DSS Player is running, choose [Contents] from the [Olympus DSS Player Help] menu. • While DSS Player is running, press [F1] on the keyboard. Search by Contents 7 1 2 3 Once the Online Help screen appears, click the Contents tab. Double-click the topic heading. icon of the desired The title of the topic is displayed.
Connecting to Your PC Be sure to finish installing DSS Player before connecting the recorder (☞ P69). Connecting to your PC using the USB cable 1 2 Turn the recorder's power ON. 3 Confirm that the recorder has stopped and connect a USB cable to the connection port on the side of recorder. Connect the USB connection cable to the USB port or the USB hub of the PC. When the recorder is connected and “My Computer” is opened, a removable disk drive is displayed.
Connecting to Your PC Disconnecting from Your PC 1 Click the on the task bar located at the lower-right corner of the screen. Click [Safely Remove Hardware]. The drive letter will differ depending on the PC being used. 2 1 Disconnect the USB cable. 7 Connecting to Your PC 74 ..................................................................................................................................................
Running DSS Player By connecting the recorder to your PC, you can automatically start the application. Disabling automatic start 1 Right click on the of the taskbar on the lower right of the screen, and select [Setting]. 2 Click the The application which enables setting will be displayed by dialog. of the [DSS Player Version 7]. The check mark on [DSS Player Version 7] disappears. For automatic start, select and click DSS Player to reinstate again. 2 2 3 1 2 Start Windows.
8 Managing Files on Your PC Copying Voice Guide Data If you format the recorder and erase data by mistake, you can copy the voice guide data from DSS Player to the recorder. Copying Voice Guide Data 8 1 2 3 Make sure that the recorder's voice guide is set to “On”. 4 Copy voice guide data. 5 Copying of the voice guide data will be completed. If the recorder's voice guide is set to “Off” the voice guide data cannot be copied. Connect the recorder to a PC.
9 Plus DSS Player Expanded Functions Upgrade Function The “DSS Player” enables upgrades (Options) to the “DSS Player Plus” which is equipped with more functions. In addition to the DSS Player functions, voice recognition using voice recognition software, joining of files, sharing of files and the menu setting of this recorder can be utilized. Purchase and Upgrade 1 2 Start the DSS Player. Please see P75 for the starting method.
Upgrade Function 3 Select [Upgrade to DSS Player Plus] from the [Help] menu. The “Upgrade to DSS Player Plus” dialog will be displayed. 3 Upgrade Function 4 In the [Upgrade to DSS Player Plus] dialog, enter the license number of your purchase, and click the [OK] button. When starting the application next time, DSS Player will be upgraded to DSS Player Plus. 9 Upgrading to DSS Player Plus When upgraded, the title of the main menu changes to [DSS Player Plus].
10 Importing Content for Listening on the Recorder Importing Content for Listening on the Recorder Import files using Windows Media Player • Copy music files and language content from CDs to a computer. ➥ Please see “Copying Music from CD” (☞ ONLINE INSTRUCTIONS P138) for details. • Transfer copied music files and language content from the computer to the recorder. ➥ Please see “Transferring Music File to the Recorder”(☞ ONLINE INSTRUCTIONS P139) for details.
11 Other Practical Use Methods Using as External Memory of the Computer With the recorder connected to your PC, you can download data from the memory to your PC and upload data stored on your PC to the memory. Example: Copying Data from PC to Recorder using Explorer Using as External Memory of the Computer 11 1 2 3 4 5 Start Windows. Connecting the recorder to your PC. For the connection procedure, refer to “Connecting to Your PC using the USB cable” (☞ P73). Open the Explorer window.
12 Other Information Alarm Message List Message Battery Low Meaning Explanation Action Battery power is getting low. Replace with new batteries (☞ P13). File Protected Low battery power Erase-locked Tried to delete a locked file. Unlock the file. Index Full Index full Temp Full Tempmark full Illegal Folder Not an audiorecording folder. Folder full The file is full of index marks (maximum of 16 marks). The file is full of Tempmarks (maximum of 16 marks).
Troubleshooting Symptom Probable cause Nothing appears The batteries are not loaded properly. on the display The batteries are dead. The power is off. The power is off. Won’t start The recorder is in HOLD mode. Unable to record No playback tone heard Unable to erase Noise heard during playback Troubleshooting 12 82 Recording level too low Unable to set index marks, tempmarks The batteries are dead. Low remaining internal memory. The maximum number of files has been reached.
Troubleshooting Symptom Probable cause Action Cannot find the recorded voice Wrong folder. Switch to the right folder. The recorder does not start at the set time with “Timer Rec” or “Alarm” The clock has not been set properly. Verify the “Current Time” to reset the date The Alarm, Starting tune and Closing tune, and guidance are not The data has been deleted by the formatting. Copy the data to the recorder using the DSS Player (☞P76).
Accessories (optional) Stereo microphone: ME53S This is a stereo microphone dedicated to the DS30, DS-40 and DS-50 models. Three types are available, the ME53SH which is the same color as the DS-30 model, the ME53SS which is the same color as the DS-40 model, and the ME53SA which is the same color as the DS-50 model. Ni-MH rechargeable battery and charger set: BC400 (Europe only) BC400 comes with an Ni-MH rechargeable battery charger (BU-400) and 4 Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (BR401) as a pack.
Specifications Alkaline battery life Recording: STEREO XQ mode: Approx. 20 hours STEREO HQ mode: Approx. 22 hours HQ mode: Approx. 24 hours SP mode: Approx. 28 hours LP mode: Approx. 32 hours Playback: (All mode) Speaker playback: Approx. 12 hours Earphone playback: Approx. 26 hours Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery (BR-401) life Recording: STEREO XQ mode: Approx. 15 hours STEREO HQ mode: Approx. 16 hours HQ mode: Approx. 18 hours SP mode: Approx. 21 hours LP mode: Approx.
Specifications/Technical Assistance and Support Clock accuracy Monthly deviance less than 120 seconds. Specifications/Technical Assistance and Support 12 Input power requirement Rated voltage: 3 V Batteries: Two AAA batteries (LR03,R03 or ZR03) or Two Ni-MH rechargeable batteries External power supply: AC adapter External dimensions Recorder:96 x 37.5 x 16 mm (without protrusions) * Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. * Battery life is measured by Olympus.
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