Olympus digital voice recorder manual Menu items, File Menu, Rec Menu

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Menu items

File Menu

Priority

By default, F2 button is programmed with Priority function. The setting can also be performed from the menu.

You can set a priority level on each file recorded. You can select “High” or “Normal”. The default is Normal level.

[Set]:

High level. [Cancel]:

Normal level.

Each time the F2 (PRIORITY) button is pressed the Priority level will change (High/Normal).

Pending

When you set [Pending] to the file, the file becomes “Pending file”. If “Download file” is set to “Finished file” by ODMS software, the [Pending] file is not transferred and only [Finished] file (edited file) will be transferred to your PC.

[Pending]:

Sets to a file of “Editing” and [] will appear on the display.

[Finished]:

Sets to a file of “already edited”.

File Lock

The File lock function allows you to prevent important files from being accidentally erased. [On]:

Locks the file and prevents it from being erased. [] will appear on the display.

[Off]:

Unlocks the file and allows it to be erased.

Work Type

The Work Type information of the recorded or uploaded files can be edited with the menu settings of the recorder.

For details, see “Editing the Work Type information” (P.39).

Information

The recorder can display a variety of information related to the current file.

Rec Menu

Mic Sense

You can switch between two microphone sensitivities to meet recording needs: [Dictation] for oral dictation and [Conference] which is suited for situations like meetings and conferences with a small number of people.

[Conference]:

High-sensitivity mode that records sounds in all directions.

[Dictation]:

Low-sensitivity mode suited for dictation.

The setting status will appear on the display as

[] or [].

Rec Mode

You can choose between different recording formats.

1Select the recording format.

[DSS]:

DSS stands for Digital Speech Standard, a digital audio file format defined by a cooperative venture by Olympus and other two companies.

DSS format files are easily editable and have a very light file size.

[PCM ST] (Stereo):

This is an uncompressed audio format which is used for music CDs and the like.

[MP3]:

MPEG is the international standard established by a working group of the ISO (International Organization for Standardization).

2Select the recording rate.

When [DSS] is selected:

[DSS Pro QP] (Quality Playback) or [DSS Pro SP] (Standard Playback)

When [PCM ST] is selected:

Recording rate will be fixed at 44.1 kHz/16 bit.

When [MP3] is selected: [256 kbps] or [128 kbps]

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Thank you for purchasing an Olympus Digital Voice Recorder InstructionsTrademarks and registered trademarks IntroductionTable of contents Word card is used to refer to the SD card and microSD card Safety precautionsConvention used in this manual Do not operate the unit while operating a vehicle Safety precautionsHandling the recorder Keep young children and infants away from the recorderDispose of the used battery following the instructions Battery handling precautionsNever heat or incinerate battery Keep battery out of the reach of childrenMemory Card LCD monitorYou can set a priority level on each file recorded Main featuresAuthentication system via password Large color LCD display1SD card slot #OK/MENU button 2Built-in microphone Identification of partsFile information area Display status indicators LCD panelIdentification of parts 1Current file name 2Current folderBattery indicator Inserting the batteryInserting the battery Connect the USB cable to the recorder Charging the batteryUsing the lithium ion battery Charging the batteryDetecting abnormal voltage Charging the battery/ Power supply from USB cableFor customers in Germany Arrow Slide the POWER/HOLD switch to the Hold positionSlide the POWER/HOLD switch to the a position Memory card Memory cardCompatible cards Inserting and ejecting a SD cardMemory card Changing the time and date Setting time and dateRecording By default, the recorder has five folders, A, BRecording related settings RecordingPress the REC button to start recording RecordingNew recording FilePress the Stop button to stop Overwriting Overwrite recordingSelect and play the file you want to Overwrite Original file Insert recordingMicrophone To record with better quality using the hands-freeRecording monitor Playback Volume can be adjusted within a range from 00 toPlayback Press the Stop button at any point youCan be set to On or Off P.38 PlaybackAt the end of the file F.Skip Beginning of the previous fileFile Erase ErasingErasing files Erasing Erase in FolderAny unnecessary part of a file can be erased ErasingPartially erasing a file ErasingDisplay changes to Partial erasing ! Erasing will start Press the Erase button to confirm the erasureSelecting a file 9, 0buttonChanging folders Folder list screen will be displayedPress the OK/MENU button to set a number Authentication halt modeDevice lock function Use the +, -, 9or 0buttons to select a numberWhile the recorder is in stop mode, press the NEW button Setting the Author ID and Work TypeSetting the Author ID and Work Type Turn on the recorderVerbal Comment When playing a Verbal Comment, press the Erase buttonWhen playing back a file, press and hold the 9or 0button Verbal CommentWhile playing back a file, press and hold the 9or 0button Index marksIndex marks F3 Index buttonOK/MENU button How to use the menuHow to use the menu Item you want to setBeep How to use the menuMenu list LCD/Sound Menu BacklightRec Menu Menu itemsFile Menu Vcva level can be set to any of 15 different values Adjust the start/stop actuation levelMenu items Select OnSelect the options LCD/Sound MenuSelect Lighting Time, Dim Light Time or Brightness Select Sound or Speed Device MenuEntering characters Editing the Work Type informationMaximum entered character count Press the F2 Finish buttonMoving the entry column Formatting the card Format Format Done displays when formatting endsFormatting the card Customizing the recorder Hands Free Customizing the recorderDevice Folders Programmable ButtonsOdms software Windows Odms and DSS Player softwareMinimum requirement Odms and DSS Player softwareDSS Player software Macintosh Using online helpOdms and DSS Player software Connecting to your PC Connecting to your PCConnecting to your PC using the USB cable Windows Connecting to your PCDisconnecting from your PC Confirm that the record indicator light turns off beforeMessage Explanation Action Alarm message listAlarm message list Troubleshooting Symptom Probable cause Action TroubleshootingTroubleshooting TroubleshootingSymptom Probable cause Action Accessories optional Specifications MP3 format SpecificationsDS2 format Linear PCM formatTechnical assistance and support Technical assistance and supportFor customers in North and South America For customers in EuropeOlympus Imaging America INC