Canon DS-2 manual Recorder has a Noise Cancel Function.*2 P.47, Set interval. P.45

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The five folders can hold 199 files each, for the maximum of 995 recordings.

(P.20)

It has a built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) function. (P.23)

A timer recording function is built-in, which can record at a set time. (P.28)

You can input file comments.*2 (P.64)

You can add comments of up to 100 characters to each recorded file.

This recorder has 10 pre-set comment templates.

The recorder has a Noise Cancel Function.*2 (P.47)

Ruwisch & Kollegen GmbH Noise Suppression Technology reduces noise in files and enables clear sound playback.

Recorded files may be moved from one folder to another. (P.65)

You can insert or delete index marks. *2 (P.56)

If you insert index marks during recording or playback, you will later be able to quickly find the recording you want to hear.

The playback speed can be controlled as preferred. (P.39)

 

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Fast forward and rewind are possible at a

Main

 

set interval. (P.45)

Features

• If you transfer voice files recorded with the

Comes with DSS Player software. (P.70)

 

recorder to a PC, you can easily play back,

 

organize, and edit the files.

 

• If you connect the recorder to a computer, you

 

can use it as a USB microphone or USB

 

speaker. (P.94)

 

The “DSS Player” can be upgraded to a

 

“DSS Player Plus”, which is equipped with

 

a enhanced functionality (Option). (P.96)

 

• If a commercial voice recognition software is

 

utilized, the recorded voice file can be converted

 

to characters automatically.*3 (P.106)

 

• In addition to the “DSS Player” functions,

 

joining and splitting of the files and configuring

 

the menu settings of this recorder, etc. can be

 

performed.

 

The “DSS Player” can be upgraded

Plus

to “DSS Player Plus”, which is

equipped with enhanced functionality

(paid option). (P.96)

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Contents DS-2 Table of Contents Alarm Message List 113 Troubleshooting 115 Using DSS Player Software Operating EnvironmentUpgrade Function Using as External Memory Computer 112Safe and Proper Usage General PrecautionsBatteries Recording time Main FeaturesYou may assign your own names to folders. P.61 Playback speed can be controlled as preferred. P.39 Recorder has a Noise Cancel Function.*2 P.47Set interval. P.45 Main Features Identification of Parts Identification of Parts Display LCD PanelReplacing batteries Battery cover openInserting Batteries Lightly press down on the arrow and slideRelease the Hold switch of the recorder Power SupplyTurning Off the Power Turning On the PowerRemember to reset the Hold switch when using the recorder Setting the Hold switch to the Hold positionHold Set the year Setting Time/Date TIME&DATESet the hour Set the minuteChanging the Time/Date 2Press the 3 or 2 button to move to the item to be set Menu Setting MethodMain Menu Setting 1Press and hold the MENU/SET button for 1 second or longerSub Menu Setting Main Menu Menu ListPress and hold the MENU/SET button for 1secomd or longer Sub Menu Recording RecordingPress the Folder button to choose a folder Press the REC button to startPause Recording functionsResume Recording REC Mode will be displayed on the screen P.16,18 Recording Modes REC ModePress the 3or 2button to choose Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator VcvaUsing the Variable Control Voice Actuator Vcva Adjust the start/stop actuation levelPress the REC button to start recording Microphone Sensitivity MIC Sense Low-sensitivity mode suited for dictationMIC Sense Stereo microphone ME51S optional Recording from External Microphone or Other DevicesRecording with External Microphone Recording the sound of other devices with this recorderRecording from External Recording the sound of this recorder with other devices5Press the 3or 2button to choose on Timer Recording Timer RECSetting end time Start time settingTimer Recording Timer REC Press the Stop button to close the main menu Connect the earphone to the EAR jack on the recorder Listening While Audio is Recorded Recording MonitorPlaying Playing Save Function of the Playback End PositionOperation How to CancelPlaying Last File End Playback through earphone Changing during playback Changing the Playback Speed Play Speed Changing from the menuChoose Play Speed 2 choose ALL Play Continuous Playback ALL PlayPress the 3 or 2 button to choose between on and OFF Repeat Playback Cancel the continuous playback function Auto Backspace Review Back Space 5complete the setup screen2Press the MENU/SET button 2 choose Skip Space Skip Interval Setting Skip SpacePress the 3 or 2 button to set the skip interval Skip Interval Setting Skip Space Level Noise Cancel FunctionDisplays currently set Noise Cancel While the file is playingChoose a folder Alarm Playback Function AlarmAlarm sounds Press the 3or 2button to choose AlarmHour Press the 3or 2button to setTo accept the hour To enable alarm sound only Alarm Playback Function AlarmPress the Erase button Cancel is flashingErasing Erasing One File at a TimeWhile Start flashing ErasingPress the Erase button for Erase All Files from a FolderSeconds or longer Erasing will start Display changes to ALL EraseLocking Files Lock File locking setup process beginsMain menu opens P.16,18 Clearing an Index Mark Setting an Index MarkIndex Marks Locating an Index MarkIndex Marks Press the 3 or 2 button to set the contrast level LCD Contrast Adjustment ContrastOFF Backlight BacklightBacklight Choose between onSystem Sounds Beep On System sounds are enabled OFF System sounds are disabledBeep Press the 3 or 2 button to choose characters Folder NameButton Push Action Recorder buttons that are used to input charactersAssigning Folder Names Folder Name 6Use the two following methods to quickly find charactersType of Characters Action Available charactersInput the character Assigning File Comments CommentPress the 3 or 2 button CommentMOVE? appears on the display File is moved Transfer is complete when Move Done appearsMoving Files Across Folders Press the 3 or 2 button to choose a destination folderLCD Display Information While in stop or playback modePress the Display button Vcva recording level meter While in record modeWhile recording in Vcva mode Recording level meter6Press the 3 button to choose Start Formatting the Recorder Format2Press the 3 or 2 button to choose SUB Menu 4Press the 3or 2button to choose FormatChoose Start Press the 3 button again toAgain Precautions on using the recorder connected to a PC Using DSS Player SoftwareBasic Operating Environment of DSS Player Operating Environment1Insert DSS Player into the CD- ROM drive Installing SoftwareInstallation Language Selection dialog box opens Be sure to confirm the following before installationAuthorizing the start of file copying Installing DSS PlayerInstalling the Device Driver Select where to install DSS PlayerRegister user information Installing SoftwareCompleting setup 1Insert DSS Player into the CD-ROM driveUninstalling Software 4Delete the Help File Uninstalling Software1Exit DSS Player 2Delete the Preferences File 3Delete the Executable FileSearch by Contents Using Online HelpSearch by Key word Connecting to your PC using the USB cable Connecting to Your PCScreen. Click Safely Remove Hardware Disconnecting from Your PCClick On the task bar Lower-right cornerConnecting to Your PC Place the recorder on the cradle Connecting to your PC using the cradleConnect Mark of the USB Remove the recorder from the cradle Click the start button, select All Running DSS PlayerClick DSS Player Version Start WindowsRunning DSS Player Device Manager Window Window Names DSS PlayerPlay Control Bar Dictation Folder Window2Select the voice file Download Voice Files from the RecorderDownload Selected Files 1Select the folderDownload complete Play the voice file Play a Voice FileSelect the folder Select the voice fileSelect the voice file to upload from Voice File List Box Upload Voice Files to the RecorderSelect the folder to upload Upload the voice file5Upload complete Upload Voice Files to the RecorderClick Transfer Send Voice Files with E-mailChanging User ID Enter the user ID in the Transfer User ID WindowChanging a folder name in the Device window Changing a Folder NameEditing File Comments Changing a folder name in the Voice Folder windowEditing a Template Content Box To the recorder Editing a Template1From the Tools menu, select Change to audio device Audio set upUSB Microphone/USB Speaker Uses as a USB SpeakerWindows 2000, Me Uses as a USB microphoneWindows XP Purchase and Upgrade Plus Upgrade Function1Start the DSS Player Upgrade to DSS Player Plus dialog will be displayed Select Upgrade to DSS Player Plus from the Help menuUpgrading to DSS Player Plus Plus Using Voice Recognition Software Click the Next button Voice Recognition in ViaVoice Audio set upAudio Setup Wizard window appears Change the recorder to Audio Class7Select a sound card Using Voice Recognition SoftwareDescription of Wizard Voice Recognition in Dragon NaturallySpeaking TrainingStartup Dragon NaturallySpeaking Creating a User5Recording Training Text Start of voice recognition Executing Voice RecognitionClicking the arrow at the right side Noise Canceling Function When Dragon NaturallySpeaking is SelectedRecognition software start icon becomes an invalid display 105 2Select the voice files Plus Joining Files3Select Join from the Edit menu Or press the button Selected folder Set the order of files3Select Split from the Edit menu or Press the button Setting dialog of the file to be split will be displayedSelect one file to split from the Voice File List Box Input File Names Set the split positionPress the Split button 3Press the OK button Plus Menu Setting of this Recorder1Select Configure recorder menu from the Download menu 2Execute Menu SettingChoose Audio Class Changing the USB Class USB ClassSee P.17 and 19 regarding the sub 4Copy the data Using as External Memory of the Computer1Start Windows 2Connecting the recorder to your PC 3Open the Explorer or Finder windowMessage Meaning Explanation Alarm Message ListAlarm Message List Symptom TroubleshootingProbable cause Troubleshooting Accessories optional Specifications 119 Technical Assistance and SupportP2-BZ8069-01 AP0501 Canadian RFI