Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator Vcva | Olympus DS-3000

Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA)

When the microphone senses that sounds have reached a preset volume, the built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) starts recording automatically, and stops when the volume drops. Particularly helpful for extended recording, the VCVA not only conserves memory by turning off recording during silent periods, but also makes playback more efficient and convenient.

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Start recording with the VCVA switch set to ON. When the volume falls to a preset level or lower, recording automatically pauses, and “STANDBY VCVA” flashes on the display. The record/play lamp glows when recording

starts and flashes when recording pauses.

Using the

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STOP
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/MENU

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

The higher the VOLUME control is set, the more sensitive the start/stop level becomes, allowing recording to automatically begin at a quieter level.

Variable Control

Voice

Actuator

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Notes

•The start/stop actuation level also varies depending on the selected microphone sensitivity mode (☞ P.21).

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

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Contents

DS-3000 General Precautions For Safe Correct Usage Case BatteriesAC Adapter Noise, heat, smoke, or a burning odor Main Features Table of Contents SmartMedia What is SmartMedia?Memory Size SP Mode LP Mode Audio Recording Format Write-protect SmartMedia Identification of Parts Display LCD Panel Inserting Batteries Using the AC Adapter Replacing BatteriesAlways stop recording before connection Inserting SmartMedia cards Set the POWER/LOCK switch toInserting and Ejecting SmartMedia cards Insert the SmartMedia SmartMedia not inserted fully into the slot Set the POWER/LOCK switch to OFFSmartMedia inserted fully into the slot Ejecting SmartMedia cards Repeat steps 1 and 2 to set the time and date Setting Time/DateTime/Date Screen Press the Stop button to end Setting Time/Date Recording New Recording Listening While Audio Is Recorded Recording Monitor Pause RecordingTo instantly review a recording Quick review Append recording Press the REC/SET button to start overwriting Record/play indicator lamp glows redOverwrite Recording Press the Stop button to stop overwriting Recording Insert Recording Resume Insert Recording Microphone SensitivityPause Insert Recording Press the REC/SET button again Insert recording resumes Recording Modes Press the FOLDER/MENU button for 1 second or longerDisplay Choose a folder PlayingPress the FOLDER/MENU button to You want to play Canceling Playback Playback Functions To skip backward Canceling Fast PlaybackCanceling a Cue To continuously skip backward Erasing Erasing One File at a Time Erase All Files from a Folder ALL ERASE? flashes on the display for 8 seconds To Partially Erase a File Press the Erase button once again Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator Vcva High Low Press the REC/SET button File locking setup process beginsLocking Files Press the FF/+ or REW/- button to choose between on and OFF Play the file with the index mark you want to clear P.23 Index MarksClearing an Index Mark Press the Erase button while Until Beep flashes on System SoundsFor 1 second or longer Menu opens P.50 Alarm Playback Function Alarm playback setup process beginsOn Enables alarm playback OFF Disables alarm playback Minute indicator flashes Folder to another Moving Files Across FoldersRecorded file can be transferred from one After transfer File is moved Assigning Folder Names Press the REC/SET button to accept the chosen folderExample Press the FF/+ or REW/- button to choose characters Advance the input position Setting Priority Levels To Set a Priority Level for an Existing File New file is created To Set a Priority for a New FilePress the NEW button Priority Normal is displayed Open the menu P Setting Job DataSetting an Author ID Author ID appears on the display Position NEW button Acts as a backspace Erase buttonIndex button Lets you insert one space Press the REC/SET button. The current Manual Work Type Setting a Work TypeIf you select a Type from the list, go to step Appears on the display with the first character flashing Available characters are 0 to 9, a to Z, and space Formatting SmartMedia Press the FF/+ or REW/- button to choose YES? Stop the recorder before plugging in the USB Transferring Data to a PCOther SmartMedia cards may not perform as expected Tip Hold Dealer Option Items ResetWhen the recorder is in hold mode, the time Shows on the display Training your PC for Voice Recognition Menu List Press the FOLDER/MENU button during playing Alarm Message List Message Meaning Explanation Probable cause TroubleshootingSymptom Action Specifications Overall frequency response Accessories optional Technical Assistance And Support Responsible Party Canadian RFIModel Number DS-3000 Trade Name Address P2-2887-01