Olympus DS-50 User Manual

DIGITAL VOICERECORDERDS-50DS-40DS-30ONLINEINSTRUCTIONSThank you for purchasing an OlympusDigital Voice Recorder.Please read these instructions for inf

101Main FeaturesMain Features● This USB storage class support recorder canbe utilized as external memory to read andsave the data.(☞ P155)• By connect

10071Insert DSS Player into the CD-ROM drive.The installation program will startautomatically. Once the program starts,jump to step 4. If it does not,

1017Installing SoftwareInstalling DSS Player5Register user information.Enter your name, company name andserial number. For the serial number,see the l

1027Installing SoftwareInstalling the Device Driver11Connect the recorder to yourPC, referring to “Connecting toYour PC” (☞ P105).When you connect the

10371Exit DSS Player.2Select [Control Panel] from [start]menu.3Click [Add/Remove programs] inthe control panel window.4A list of applications that hav

1047Search by Contents1Once the Online Help screen appears, clickthe Contents tab.2Double-click the icon of the desiredtopic heading.The title of the

10571Turn the recorder's power ON.2Connect the USB connectioncable to the USB port or theUSB hub of the PC.3Confirm that the recorder hasstopped

1067Disconnecting from Your PC1Click the on the task barlocated at the lower-rightcorner of the screen. Click[Safely Remove Hardware].The drive lett

1077Disabling automatic start1Right click on the of the taskbar on thelower right of the screen, and select [Setting].The application which enables

1087Window Names (DSS Player)Window Names (DSS Player)1 Play Control BarControl buttons to play and stop voicefiles.2 Dictation Folder WindowWill disp

10988 Managing Files on Your PCDownload Voice Files from the Recorder12Download Voice Files from the RecorderThere are 3 download options to tran

111Identification of PartsIdentification of Partse=-)qw^%$&*(1345#!0@67829# FOLDER/ button$ VOLUME (+) button% 9(Fast Forward) button^ VOLUME (-)

11083Download the voice file.From the [Download] menu, click[Download Selected Files].4Download complete.Do not disconnect the USB cable while thereco

11181Select the folder.Select the folder that contains thevoice file you would like to play.2Select the voice file.Select the voice file to play from

1128Upload Voice Files to the RecorderDSS Player has a feature to enable you to upload files from your PC to the recorder.1Select the folder.Select th

1138Upload Voice Files to the RecorderUpload Voice Files to the Recorder5Upload complete.Once the transmission screen closes and the record/play indic

1148Send Voice Files with E-mailAudio files are stored in the Message folder on the hard disk. If you want to send a voice fileby attaching it to E-ma

1158Changing a Folder Name/Editing File CommentsChanging a Folder NameChanging a folder name in the Voice Folder windowYou can change a folder name us

1168Editing a TemplateTemplates of folder name that have been registered on the recorder can be changed on the“Edit & Upload Templates” screen.Sel

1178Copying Voice Guide DataIf you format the recorder and erase data by mistake, you can copy the voice guide data fromDSS Player to the recorder.1Ma

1188USB Microphone/USB SpeakerIt is possible to use the recorder as a USB microphone or speaker with the DSS Player, toinsert/add/overwrite recordings

1198USB Microphone/USB SpeakerUses as a USB microphoneWhen the recorder is used as a USB microphone, it can used to make recordings with the DSS Playe

121tryr MIC (Microphone) jackt REC/STOP switchy ClipIdentification of Parts1 Folder name indicator2 Erase lock indicator3 Current file number4 Play po

1209The “DSS Player” enables upgrades (Options) to the “DSS Player Plus” which is equippedwith more functions. In addition to the DSS Player functions

12193Select [Upgrade to DSS Player Plus]from the [Help] menu.The “Upgrade to DSS Player Plus” dialogwill be displayed.4In the [Upgrade to DSS Player P

1229In conjunction with “ViaVoice” or “Dragon NaturallySpeaking”by Nuance Corp. Which are onthe market, the files recorded in this recorder can be tra

1239Voice Recognition in ViaVoice (Audio set up)When the DSS Player Plus and Nuance’s voice recognition software “ViaVoice” are usedtogether, execute

1249Using Voice Recognition SoftwareUsing Voice Recognition Software7Select a sound card.When the [Selecting a Sound Card] windowappears, select [USB

1259Voice Recognition in Dragon NaturallySpeaking (Training)When the DSS Player Plus and Nuance’s “Dragon NaturallySpeaking” are used together,create

1269Using Voice Recognition SoftwareUsing Voice Recognition Software5Recording Training Text.Follow the instructions on the screen, and record the tra

1279Executing Voice RecognitionDSS Player Plus can easily access ViaVoice and Dragon NaturallySpeaking from the menu,and it enables text conversion of

1289When Dragon NaturallySpeaking is SelectedThe [Open User] dialog will be displayed, and select theuser created in procedure 3 on P125, then click t

1299Notes on Recording For Voice RecognitionWhen recording voice to be processedwith voice recognition, set up yourrecorder as follows to improverecog

131Inserting BatteriesInserting Batteries1Lightly press down on the arrow and slide thebattery cover open.2Insert two AAA alkaline batteries, observin

1309In DSS Player Plus, designated multiple voice files can be joined and one voice file can becreated.1Select the folder.From the Dictation Folder Wi

1319Joining FilesJoining Files4Set the order of files.After joining, the playback order of thefiles can be changed. Select a file, andmove the file t

1329Splitting FilesOne designated voice file can be split into the two files in DSS Player Plus.1Select the folder.Select the folder containing the fi

1339Splitting FilesSplitting Files4Set the split position.Press the button to playback the file, and press the button in the position to bedivided

1349Menu Setting of this RecorderThe menu setting of this recorder can be changed in the “Configure recorder menu”screen in the computer.1Select [Conf

13510 10 Importing Content for Listening on the RecorderImporting Content for Listening on theRecorderYou can transfer language content and m

13610Using Windows Media PlayerCopyright and Copyright Protection Feature (DRM)By the Copyright Act, any voice/music files and music CDs downloaded fr

13710Windows Media Player 101 Features taskbar2 Quick Access Panel button3 Seek slider4 Rewind button5 Play button6 Stop button7 Previous button8 Next

138101Insert CD into the CD-ROMdrive and start Windows MediaPlayer.2From the Features taskbar, clickthe [Rip] menu.For Windows Media Player 9From the

13910You can transfer the music files saved in your PC to this recorder. For how to copy the musicfiles from the CD to your PC, see “Copying Music fro

141Notes• Be sure to stop the recorder before replacingthe batteries. Unloading the batteries while therecorder is in use may corrupt the file. If you

14010Windows Media Player 91Connect the recorder to a PCand start Windows MediaPlayer.2From the Features taskbar, clickthe [Copy to CD or Device]menu.

141105Select the destination folder.Please see “Folder” (☞ P.19) about thefolder composition of this recorder.To transfer to “Root” folderThe empty co

14210By registering favorite programs in DSS Player, you can download the latest broadcastingcontent automatically. Also the new content can be transf

14310Importing Podcast ContentUpdate a programBy default, programs registered in DSS Player will be automatically updated. To changeupdate intervals,

14410Download the ContentBy default, if new content is found when a program is updated, the latest content will beautomatically downloaded. This setti

14510Transfer Content to the RrecorderIn the default setting, the content automatically transferred into the “Podcast” folder on therecorder when the

14611Installing AudibleManagerWhen AudibleManager is not installed on a computer, install the AudibleManager accordingto the procedure described below

14711Adding Device to AudibleManagerIf AudibleManager has already been installed, add a device in order to handle the recorder inthe AudibleManager. F

14811Purchasing Audible ContentAudible content can be purchased from the Audibleweb site. Access to the Audible web site using webbrowser and download

149111Connect the recorder to a computer.2Select “Library” in the “Audible Folders” tree listing.A list of content stored in the “Library” displays on

151Power SupplyWhen the recorder is not being used, turn the power off to reduce battery consumption to aminimum. Even if the power is turned off, exi

15011Transferring Audible ContentTransferring Audible Content5The transfer begins.Wait until the transfer of the content has beencompleted. When it ha

15111Enjoy Audible Content with the RecorderEnjoy Audible Content with the RecorderAudible content that has been transferred into the “Audible” folder

15211Enjoy Audible Content with the RecorderEnjoy Audible Content with the RecorderPlayback Position and SectionIn the Audible mode, the starting posi

15311Enjoy Audible Content with RecorderForwardingPress and hold the 9 button while the recorder is stopped.➥When the button is released fast forwardi

15411Enjoy Audible Content with the RecorderFile Skip and Section SkipPress the 9 button while the recorder is stopped.➥The recorder skips to a playba

15512Using as External Memory of the ComputerWith the recorder connected to your PC, you can download data from the memory to your PCand upload data s

15613Alarm Message ListAlarm Message List13 Other InformationMeaningLow batterypowerErase-lockedIndex fullTempmark fullNot an audio-recordingfolder.Fo

15713ActionVerify polarity is correct.Replace with new batteries (☞ P13).Turn the power on.(☞ P15).Turn the power on.(☞ P15).Release the recorder from

15813TroubleshootingSymptomCannot find therecorded voiceThe recorderdoes not start atthe set time with“Timer Rec” or“Alarm”The Alarm,Starting tune and

15913Accessories (optional)Accessories (optional)Stereo microphone: ME51SWThe high fidelity of the recording, which only stereocan perform. Furthermor

161Set the recorder to HOLD modeSlide the POWER/HOLD switchto the HOLD position.After “Hold” appears on the display, therecorder is set to HOLD mode.E

16013SpecificationsRecording formatWMA (Windows Media Audio)Input level–70 dBvSampling frequencySTEREO XQ mode: 44.1 kHzSTEREO HQ mode: 44.1 kHzHQ mod

16113Technical Assistance and SupportThe following are contact information for technical support for Olympus recorders and software only.◆ Technical H

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171Setting Time/Date (Time&Date)If you set the date and time beforehand, the information when the file is recorded is automaticallystored for eac

1811Press the + or – button in the menuscreen, and select the “Time&Date”.See P91, 93 regarding the menu.2Press the OK or 9 button.The Time/Date s

191Notes on the FoldersThere are a total of eight folders in the recorder that are in a tree format. Under the “Root” folderare “Folder A” through “Fo

2Introduction● The contents of this document may be changed in the future without advanced notice.Contact our Customer Support Center for the latest i

201Notes on the FoldersNotes on the FoldersSelecting the Folders and FilesList displayThe folders and files recordedin this recorder are displayed.Fil

211Notes on the FoldersHow to select a folder and fileYou can select a desired folder and file even without using the Folder button or the Podcastbutt

221Notes on the FoldersDS50 0001.WMAExtensionFile number : A serial number automatically assigned by a Digital Voice Recorder.User ID : The name that

232Before recording2About RecordingThis recorder offers a wide range of recording options by using the exclusive stereomicrophone, built-in monaural m

242Before recordingBefore recordingUse the remote control for operationPlug the exclusive remote control into the recorder's MIC/REMOTEjack to us

252Recording1Press the FOLDER button to choose afolder in which to make a recording.Every time the FOLDER button ispressed,folders will switch(☞ P20).

262PausePress the REC button while recording.➥“Rec Pause” will flash on the display.• The recorder will time out after 2 hours when left in“Rec Pause”

272To EAR(earphone)jackRecordingRecordingListening While Audio is RecordedIf you start recording after inserting the earphone into the EAR jackon the

282Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA)When the microphone senses that sounds have reached a preset threshold volume level, thebuilt-in Va

2927Press the REC button to startrecording.When the sound volume is lower than the presetthreshold sound level, recording automaticallystops after 1 s

3INDEX12681035791211Table of ContentsSafe and Proper Usage4Getting StartedAbout RecordingAbout PlaybackErase and other functionsDisplay and Sound Func

302Recording Modes (Rec Mode)1While the recorder is stopped, press theMENU button for 1 second or longer.“Rec Mode” will be displayed on the screen(☞

312Microphone SensitivityMicrophone SensitivityMicrophone sensitivity is adjustable to meet recording needs...

322Set the Low Cut Filter (LowCut Filter)Set the Low Cut FilterThe recorder has a Low Cut Filter function to minimize low-frequency sounds and recordv

332Conferences with large crowdsand lectures in large roomsMeetings and business negotiationswith a small number of peopleDictation with a lot ofbackg

342The external microphone and other devices can be connected and the sound can be recorded.Connect as follows by the device to be used.Recording from

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362Timer Recording (Timer Rec)Timer RecordingTimer recording is the function to execute a recording at a set time. You can program up tothree desired

372“On/Off” setting1 Press the + or – button to choose between “On”and “Off”.On: Setting will be applied.Off: Setting will not be applied.2 Press the

382“Rec Mode” settingRegardless of the regular Rec mode (☞P30), timerrecording will start in a set recording mode.1 Press the + or – button to select

3928Completing the setting.1 Press the + or – button to choose “Finish”.2 Press the OK button to complete thesetup screen.Programmed settings will be

4Table of ContentsIntroduction ... 2INDEX ... 3Table of

402Notes• If the recorder is in use at the preset start time, the timer recording will start directly after stopping therecorder.• Even if the power i

4131Press the FOLDER button to choose afolder.Every time the FOLDER button is pressed, itcycles through folders and the List display willappear (☞P20)

423Playing3Press the PLAY or OK button to startplayback.The record/play indicator light glows green.For files created using machines other thanthis re

433ForwardingPress and hold the 9 button while the recorderis stopped.➥If you release the button, it will stop. Pressthe PLAY or OK button to start pl

443PlayingPlayingLocating the Beginning of the FilePress the 9 button during playback, slow playback, or fast playback.➥The next file is cued and play

453PlayingPlayingPlayback Through EarphoneAn earphone can be connected to the EAR jack of the recorder forlistening.➥ When the earphone is used, the r

463Set Skip Space1While the recorder is stopped orduring playback, press the MENUbutton for 1 second or longer.The menu opens (☞ P91,93).2Press the +

473Set Skip Space (Skip Space)Set Skip Space...

483Changing the Playback Speed (Play Speed)The playback speed of the file can be changed between 0.5 and 1.5 times speed in incrementsof 0.125. Change

4932Press the + or – button to choose“Play Speed”.3Press the OK or 9 button.The playback speed setup process begins.4Press the + or – button to choos

57 Using the Recorder on YourPCSaving Files in Your PC ... 96Using DSS Player Software ... 98Installing Softwa

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513Select Play ModeSelect Play Mode (Play Mode)1While the recorder is stopped orduring playback, press the MENUbutton for 1 second or longer.The menu

523Select Play Mode5Press the OK button to complete thesetup screen.If the 0 button is pressed, the setting willbe canceled and it will return to the

5331Choose a file that contains a segmentyou want to play back repeatedly, andpress the PLAY or OK button.File playback begins.2Press the button at

543How to begin segment repeat playbackHow to begin segment repeat playbackÅ@Press the OK button.➥Pressing the OK button will release segment repeat p

5531 While the recorder is stopped orduring playback, press the MENUbutton for 1 second or longer.The menu opens (☞ P91,93).2Press the + or – button t

5636Press the STOP button to close the menu.If the recorder goes to the menu screen duringplayback, press the 0 button to close the menuscreen.The w

573Set the Voice Filter (Voice Filter)1While the recorder is stopped orduring playback, press the MENUbutton for 1 second or longer.The menu opens (☞

5836Press the STOP button to close themenu.If the recorder goes to the menu screenduring playback, press the 0 button toclose the menu screen.If it i

593Alarm Playback Function (Alarm)The alarm playback function can be set to play a selected file at a pre-set time.You can program up to three desired

6General PrecautionsSafe and ProperUsageBefore using your new recorder, read thismanual carefully to ensure that you knowhow to operate it safely and

603“On/Off” setting1 Press the + or – button to choose between “On”and “Off”.On: Setting will be applied.Off: Setting will not be applied.2 Press the

613“Volume” setting1 Press the + or – button to adjust the volume.2 Press the OK button to exit “Volume” selection.Press the PLAY button to check the

6238Completing the setting.1 Press the + or – button to choose “Finish”.2 Press the OK button to complete thesetup screen.Programmed settings will be

6341Press the FOLDER button to choosea folder.Every time the FOLDER button is pressed, itcycles through folders and the List display willappear (☞P20)

644ErasingErase All Files from a FolderAll files in a folder can be erased simultaneously.The locked files (☞ P.68) and the files set to read-only on

654Notes• An erased file cannot be restored.• The locked files and the files that are set to read-only will not be erased (☞ P.68).• If an action is n

6641Press the INDEX button duringrecording or playing to set an indexmark or temp mark.A number appears on the display and anindex mark or temp mark w

674Index Marks and Temp MarksIndex Marks and Temp Marks...

684Locking Files (Lock)Locking Files1Press the FOLDER button to choosea folder.2Press the + or – button to choosethe file you want to lock.3Press the

6947Press the OK button to completethe setup screen.8Press the STOP button to close themenu.a Erase lock indicatorIf a file is locked, a lock indicat

7General Precautions● Do not operate the unit whileoperating a vehicle (such as abicycle, motorcycle, or go-cart).● Keep the unit out of the reach ofc

704Changing Folder Names (Folder Name)You can change the folder names of Folder A to Folder E for audio recording into names presetin the template (su

714Changing Folder NamesChanging Folder Names (Folder Name)6Press the + or – button to select thefolder name in the template you wantto change to.7Pre

724Rearranging files (File Move)You can move a file in a folder to change the order of playback. First select the folder (file) forwhich you want to c

7347Press the + or – button to select thelocation to move it to.8Press the OK button.The file will be moved.If there are more files to move, repeat St

7441While the recorder is stopped, pressthe MENU button for 1 second orlonger.The menu opens (☞ P91,93).2Press the + or – button to choose“Format”.3Pr

7545Press the OK button.After the “Data Will Be Cleared” message ison for two seconds, “Cancel” will turn on.6Press the + button again to choose“Start

764Notes• Never turn the power off or remove batteries during formatting because data may be corrupted. It maytake over 10 seconds to complete erasing

774Changing the USB Class (USB Class)Changing the USB ClassWhen using this recorder as a USB microphone or USB speaker in the voice recognitionsoftwar

784Changing Power Save (Power Save)Changing Power SaveIf the recorder is on and stops for 10 minutes or longer (default), the display shuts off and it

794Changing External Input Setting (Ext. Input)Changing External Input SettingThis recorder is designed to recognize microphone jack conditions (inclu

8General PrecautionsAC Adapter Warning• Do not attempt to disassemble, repairor modify the AC adapter in any way.• Keep foreign objects including wate

804Changing External Input Setting (Ext.Input)Changing External Input Setting...

8143Viewing system information (System Info.)You can check the recorder's information on the menu screen.1While the recorder is stopped, press th

825LCD Display Information*If there is a long file name, scroll to the side to show all of it.5 Display and Sound FunctionsLCD Display Informati

835While in record modeDisplays 1 and 2 alternately.1Remaining memorybars/recording time/Recording level meterCurrent elapsed recordingtime is display

845Backlight (Backlight)The recorder display backlight is On by default. The display will remain lit for about 10 secondswhen a button on the recorder

8551While the recorder is stopped, pressthe MENU button for 1 second orlonger.The menu opens (☞ P.91,93).2Press the + or – button to choose“LED”.3Pre

8651While the recorder is stopped, pressthe MENU button for 1 second orlonger.The menu opens (☞ P91,93).2Press the + or – button to choose“Contrast”.

8751While the recorder is stopped, pressthe MENU button for 1 second orlonger.The menu opens (☞ P.91,93).2Press the + or – button to choose“Voice Gui

885“On/Off” setting1 Press the + or – button to choose between “On”and “Off”.On: Guidance will be provided.Off: Guidance will be canceled.2 Press the

895Guidance (Voice Guide)Guidance...

91This product is equipped with the followingfeatures.Main FeaturesMain Features● This “IC recorder” is optimally suited forplaying back audio record

9051While the recorder is stopped, pressthe MENU button for 1 second orlonger.The menu opens (☞ P91,93).2Press the + or – button to choose“Beep”.3Pre

9161While the recorder is stopped, pressthe MENU button for 1 second orlonger.The menu opens (☞ P93).Menu items can be set during a recording orplayb

9263Press the OK or 9 button.Moves to the setting of the selected item.4Press the + or – button to changethe setting.5Press the OK button to complete

936Menu ListMenu List

946Menu ListP. 8 4P. 8 5P. 8 6P. 8 7P. 9 0P. 8 8P. 7 2P. 7 0P. 7 4Menu List

956Menu ListMenu List*“Play Mode” and “Skip Space” cannot be set in theAudible mode.**

9677 Using the Recorder on Your PCSaving Files in Your PCSaving Files in Your PCBy being connected to a PC, the recorder enables you to do the f

977Saving Files in Your PC● Data can be written or uploaded to the recorder even though the attribute of the recorderdrive is shown as Read-only by th

987Using DSS Player SoftwareUsing DSS Player SoftwareBasic Operating Environment of DSS PlayerPC:OperatingSystem:CPU:RAM:Hard drive space:Drive:Sound

997Using DSS Player SoftwareNotes• The support service will not cover if your PC has been updated from Windows 95/98/Me to Windows2000/XP.• Any failur