Olympus DS-660 manual Adjust the start/stop actuation level, Start the recording, Low High

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7 Start the recording.

When the sound volume is lower than the preset threshold sound level, recording automatically stops after 1 second approximately, and “STANDBY” flashes on the display. The record/play indicator lamp glows when recording starts and flashes when recording pauses.

0 0 M 5 1 S

S T A N D B Y

Low

High

Adjust the start/stop actuation level

Using the VOLUME control, adjust the start/stop actuation level.

The VCVA level can be set to any of 15 different values. The higher the value, the more sensitive the recorder to sounds. At the highest value, even the faintest sound will activate recording.

The VCVA pause sound level can be adjusted according to the ambient (background) noise.

aStart level

0 0 M 5 8 S VCVA LEVEL

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Using the

Variable Control

Voice

Actuator

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Notes

•The start/stop actuation level also varies depending on the selected microphone sensitivity mode (☞ P.19).

•To ensure successful recordings, prior testing and adjustment of the start/stop actuation level is recommended.

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Contents DS-660 Backlight Backlight General PrecautionsEditing File Comments USB MicrophoneCase BatteriesAC Adapter Main Features Table of Contents Identification of Parts Display LCD Screen How to Use the ClipInserting Batteries Setting the Hold switch to the Hold position Using the AC AdapterRemember to reset the Hold switch when using the recorder HoldTime/Date Screen Setting Time/Date TIME&DATESet the hour Set the minuteChanging the Time/Date New Recording RecordingTo instantly review a recording Quick review Pause RecordingListening While Audio Is Recorded Recording Monitor To see the remaining recording timeOverwrite Recording Insert REC? appears on the display Insert Recording4Press the FF/+ or REW/- button to choose between on and OFF 3Press the REC/SET button. The Vcva setup process beginsLow High Adjust the start/stop actuation levelStart the recording Recording Modes REC Mode Microphone Sensitivity Microphone sensitivity is adjustable to meet recording needsRecord/play indicator lamp glows green 4Adjust the Volume control to your likingPlaying You can start playing a file at any pointPlayback functions Operation How to CancelPress the FOLDER/MENU button to Choose a folder ErasingErasing One File at a Time All files Erase All Files from a FolderPress the Erase button for Seconds or longer Folder name is displayed forTo Partially Erase a File A S E Noise Cancel Function Press the FF/+ or REW/- button to choose between on and OFF File locking setup process beginsLocking Files Lock Index Marks Setting an Index MarkLocating an Index Mark Clearing an Index MarkAlarm Playback Function Alarm Accept the hour To enable alarm sound only11 10 to set the minute Accept the minuteAssigning Folder Names FolderName Use the two following methods to quickly find characters Recorder buttons that are used to input charactersButton Push Action Or longer When you have finished setting the folder nameAvailable characters This completes the file comment input procedure File comment setup process beginsAssigning File Comments Comment Input the characterFile comment File lengthTime stamp Press the FF/+ or REW/- button to choose Start Formatting the Recorder FormatPress and hold the FOLDER/MENU button for 1 second or longer Menu ListOperating Environment Using DSS Player SoftwareComputer must support a standard USB port IMac/ iBook/ Power Mac G3,G4/ PowerBook G3,G4Operating System Mac OS 9.0-9.2.2/10.1-10.2 Audio I/O terminals Earphone output or speakersInstallation Language Selection dialog box opens Installing SoftwareBe sure to confirm the following before installation Insert Olympus DSS Player into the CD-ROM driveExit Acrobat Reader setup Authorizing the start of file Setup Status CopyingCurrently installed on your PC Select the recorder you useCompleting setup Select where to install DSS Player for MacSearch by Key word Using Online HelpSearch by Contents Connecting to your PC using the USB cable Connecting to Your PC5Disconnect the USB cable Connecting to your PC using the cradleHook Place the recorder on the cradlePlayer to reinstate again Manual start Running DSS PlayerDouble-click the DSS Player for Mac folder Start your MacintoshDouble-click DSS Player DSS Player for Mac folder opensPlay Control Bar Window NamesDictation Folder Window Device Manager WindowDownload Selected Files Download Voice Files from the RecorderSelect the folder Select the voice fileDownload complete Download Voice Files from the RecorderFile name Play a Voice FilePlay the voice file Message Meaning Explanation Action Alarm Message ListSymptom Probable cause Action TroubleshootingAccessories optional Technical Assistance Support SpecificationsE2-2965-01 Canadian RFI