Alarm message list

Message

Meaning

Explanation

Action

 

 

 

Charge the battery.

 

 

 

If you run out of battery

[Battery Low]

Low battery power.

Battery power is getting

soon after the charge, the

low.

battery life has ended.

 

 

 

 

 

Replace with new battery

 

 

 

(P.21).

[File Protected]

Erase-locked.

Tried to delete a locked file.

Unlock the file (P.75).

 

 

 

 

 

 

Recording has been

Select a folder from

 

 

attempted with a

[Cannot record in this

Not an audio-recording

[Music], [Podcast],

[Folder A] through to

folder]

folder.

[Audiobooks](Daisy,

[Folder E] and try record-

 

 

Audio Book, Text Speech,

ing again (P.32).

 

 

Audible) folder.

 

[Index Full]

 

The file is full of index

Erase index marks that

Index full.

marks (maximum of 16

are no longer required

 

 

marks).

(P.51).

 

 

 

 

[Folder Full]

Folder full.

The folder is full of files

Erase unnecessary files

(maximum of 999 files).

(P.60).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This is a malfunction, so

[Memory Error]

 

 

go to the store where you

Error in the memory.

Error in the memory.

purchased the recorder or

 

 

 

an Olympus service station

 

 

 

for repair (P.174).

[Card Error]

 

microSD card is not

Remove the microSD card

Error in the memory.

then put it again (P.30

recognized correctly.

 

 

to P.31).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Licence Mismatch]

Illegally copied file.

The music files copied

Erase the file (P.60).

illegally.

 

 

 

[Memory Full]

Zero remaining memory.

No remaining memory.

Erase unnecessary files

(P.60).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[No File]

No file.

No files were found in

Select another folder

the folder.

(P.53 to P.59).

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Format Error]

 

There was an error while

Reformat the memory

Formatting error.

formatting the recorder’s

(P.94).

 

 

memory.

 

[Can’t make the

 

The file for management

Connect the recorder to a

system file. Connect

The management file

cannot be created due to

computer and delete any

to PC and delete

cannot be created.

a shortage of capacity for

unnecessary file]

 

remaining memory.

unnecessary files.

 

 

 

File which cannot be

 

Please confirm the file

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Olympus DM-5, DM-3 manual Message Meaning Explanation Action

DM-5, DM-3 specifications

The Olympus DM-3 and DM-5 are sophisticated digital voice recorders designed to meet the needs of a variety of users, including professionals, students, and casual users. Both models are renowned for their high-quality audio recording capabilities and user-friendly interfaces, making them ideal for recording lectures, interviews, meetings, and more.

One of the key features of the Olympus DM-3 is its advanced Linear PCM recording format. This technology allows for high-resolution recordings with exceptional clarity, capturing every nuance of sound. The device supports multiple recording modes, allowing users to select the best format for their needs. The DM-5 takes this a step further by offering additional features like TRESMIC technology, which utilizes three microphones for superior sound quality, enabling the capture of wide frequency ranges and rich audio depth.

Both models come with a built-in stereo microphone that is positioned perfectly for capturing high-fidelity stereo sound. The DM-3 and DM-5 also benefit from noise-canceling features, which significantly reduce background noise, ensuring that the target audio is presented clearly.

In terms of usability, the DM-3 and DM-5 include large, easy-to-read displays and intuitive controls, making operation straightforward, even for those who may not be tech-savvy. Users can easily navigate through menus to adjust settings, access recordings, and utilize functions such as Voice Activation, which allows the recorder to automatically start recording when it detects sound, conserving battery life.

Battery performance is another highlight. With the ability to operate on AAA batteries or rechargeable options, both the DM-3 and DM-5 provide extended recording times, allowing users to capture audio for longer periods without interruption.

The devices also support a range of connection options, including USB for data transfer and charging, along with a headphone jack for private listening. Furthermore, both models offer expandable memory options, allowing users to insert microSD cards for additional storage capacity.

In conclusion, the Olympus DM-3 and DM-5 are excellent tools for anyone looking to record high-quality audio with ease. With their cutting-edge technologies, user-friendly designs, and impressive features, they stand out as highly capable devices in the digital voice recorder market, catering to diverse recording needs.