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DIGITAL VOICE
RECORDER
DS-50
DS-40
DS-30
ONLINE
INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing an Olympus
Digital Voice Recorder.
Please read these instructions for information
about using the product correctly and safely.
Keep the instructions handy for future reference.
To ensure successful recordings, we
recommend that you test the record function
and volume before use.
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  • Page 1 RECORDER DS-50 DS-40 DS-30 ONLINE INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing an Olympus Digital Voice Recorder. Please read these instructions for information about using the product correctly and safely. Keep the instructions handy for future reference. To ensure successful recordings, we recommend that you test the record function and volume before use.

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Any liability for passive damages or damage of any kind occurred due to data loss incurred by a defect of the product, repair performed by the third party other than Olympus or an Olympus authorized service station, or any other reasons is excluded from the Olympus’s liability.

  • Page 3: Index

    INDEX INDEX INDEX DS-50 DS-50 Table of Contents Safe and Proper Usage Getting Started About Recording About Playback Erase and other functions Display and Sound Functions Menu Setting Using the Recorder on Your PC Managing Files on Your PC DSS Player Expanded Functions Importing content for listening on the recorder Enjoy Audible Content...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ... 2 INDEX ... 3 Table of Contents ... 4 Safe and Proper Usage ... 6 General Precautions ... 6 1 Getting Started Main Features ... 9 Identification of Parts ... 10 Inserting Batteries ... 13 Using the AC Adapter ...
  • Page 5 7 Using the Recorder on Your Saving Files in Your PC ... 96 Using DSS Player Software ... 98 Installing Software ... 100 Uninstalling Software ... 103 Using Online Help ... 104 Connecting to Your PC ... 105 Running DSS Player ... 107 Window Names (DSS Player) ...

  • Page 6: Safe And Proper Usage

    Safe and Proper Usage Before using your new recorder, read this manual carefully to ensure that you know how to operate it safely and correctly. Keep this manual in an easily accessible location for future reference. • The warning symbols indicate important safety related information.
  • Page 7 • If you notice anything unusual when using this product such as abnormal noise, heat, smoke, or a burning odor: 1 remove the batteries immediately while being careful not to burn yourself, and; 2 call your dealer or local Olympus representative for service.
  • Page 8 1 do not touch any of the exposed parts; 2 immediately disconnect the power supply plug from the power outlet, and; 3 call your dealer or local Olympus representative for servicing. Continued use of the AC adapter under these circumstances could result in electric shock, fire or injury.

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    DS-40 (512MB) ST XQ mode: 8hours40minutes ST HQ mode: 17hours20minutes HQ mode: 34hours45minutes SP mode: 68hours30minutes LP mode: 136hours15minutes DS-30 (256MB) ST XQ mode: 4hours10minutes ST HQ mode: 8hours30minutes HQ mode: 17hours00minutes SP mode: 33hours30minutes LP mode: 66hours40minutes Available recording time may be shorter if many short recordings are made.
  • Page 10 It uses a high-contrast monochrome LCD (liquid crystal display) panel with a backlight with a background color whiter than conventional Olympus models. ( P84) The guidance feature (in English and other languages) gives audio notification of operating conditions. It ensures seamless operation of various complex functions.

  • Page 11: Identification Of Parts

    Identification of Parts & 1 Exclusive stereo microphone (ME53S) 2 MIC (Microphone) / REMOTE jack 3 Built-in monaural microphone 4 REC (Record) button 5 STOP button 6 PLAY button 7 DISPLAY/Podcast button 8 POWER/HOLD switch 9 Strap hole 0 Record/Play indicator light (LED) ! Display (LCD panel) @ LIST/INDEX button # FOLDER/...

  • Page 12: Display (Lcd Panel)

    Identification of Parts Remote Controller (RS29 supplied with the DS-50 only) Recording and stop operations can be performed by connecting the remote controller to the recorder. The remote controller can also be used as a remote controlled stereo microphone by connecting it to the exclusive stereo microphone (ME53S).

  • Page 13: Inserting Batteries

    When the battery is too weak, on the display and the recorder shuts down. When changing batteries, AAA alkaline batteries or Olympus Ni-MH batteries ( P14) are recommended. → “Battery Low” appears...

  • Page 14: Using The Ac Adapter

    Inserting Batteries Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Optional Ni-MH rechargeable batteries from Olympus can be used in the recorder. Use them with the BU-400 Olympus Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Charger (Europe only) ( P159). Notes • Be sure to stop the recorder before replacing the batteries.

  • Page 15: Power Supply

    Power Supply When the recorder is not being used, turn the power off to reduce battery consumption to a minimum. Even if the power is turned off, existing data, mode settings, and clock settings will be maintained. If the recorder is on and stops for 10 minutes or longer (default), the display shuts off and it goes into power save mode.

  • Page 16: Hold

    HOLD Notes • If you press any button in HOLD mode, the clock display flashes for 2 seconds, but it will not operate the recorder. • If HOLD is applied during playback (recording), operation is disabled with the playback (recording) state unchanged.

  • Page 17: Setting Time/Date (Time&Date)

    Setting Time/Date (Time&Date) If you set the date and time beforehand, the information when the file is recorded is automatically stored for each file. Setting the date and time beforehand enables easier file management. When you use the recorder for the first time after purchasing it, or turn the power on after having removed the batteries for one minute or longer to change them or for other purposes, the “Set Time &...
  • Page 18 Setting Time/Date (Time&Date) Changing the Time/Date Press the STOP button while the recorder has stopped recording to check “Time & Date” and “Remain”. If the “Time & Date” is not correct, set it using the procedure below. Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. The clock will start from the set date and time.

  • Page 19: Notes On The Folders

    Notes on the Folders There are a total of eight folders in the recorder that are in a tree format. Under the “Root” folder are “Folder A” through “Folder E”, “Audible” and “Music” folders, and recorded or transferred language and music data from a computer can be saved as “files”. “Folder A” through “Folder E” are voice-recording folders, so choose one of these five folders when recording on this recorder.

  • Page 20: Selecting The Folders And Files

    Notes on the Folders Selecting the Folders and Files List display The folders and files recorded in this recorder are displayed. Upper (selected) folder Scroll bar (appears when the whole contents cannot be displayed) File display Information of the selected file is displayed. Enters in playback standby mode.
  • Page 21 How to select a folder and file You can select a desired folder and file even without using the Folder button or the Podcast button. Selecting Selecting “Folder A” folder “DS500001” file Selecting “DS500003” file Selecting Selecting “Chapter 3” “Audible” folder The recorder switches to the Audible mode.
  • Page 22 User ID : The name that has been set on the Digital Voice Recorder. The default name on the Digital Voice Recorder is “DS-50” , “DS-40” or “DS-30” . The user ID can be modified with DSS Player ( P114).

  • Page 23: About Recording

    About Recording Before recording This recorder offers a wide range of recording options by using the exclusive stereo microphone, built-in monaural microphone, and exclusive remote control (provided with the DS-50 only). Choose a recording method according to your need. Stereo recording using the exclusive stereo microphone Plug the exclusive stereo microphone into the recorder's MIC/ REMOTE jack for stereo recording in ST XQ and ST HQ modes and monaural recording in HQ, SP, and LP modes.
  • Page 24 Before recording Use the remote control for operation Plug the exclusive remote control into the recorder's MIC/REMOTE jack to use the remote control to operate the recorder. Connect the exclusive remote control to the recorder's MIC/REMOTE jack. ➥ Use the REC/STOP switch on the exclusive remote control to start and stop recording with the recorder's built-in microphone ( P25).

  • Page 25: Recording

    Recording Before starting recording, select a folder between Folder A to Folder E.These five folders can be selectively used to distinguish the kind of recording; for example, Folder A might be used to store private information, while Folder B might be dedicated to holding business information. Newly recorded audio will be saved as the last file in the selected folder.
  • Page 26 Recording Notes • If you select a folder other than A through E and press the REC button, an “Illegal Folder” message will flash. Select a folder from A through E and start recording again. • To ensure recording from the beginning, start speaking after you see the red record/play indicator light on. •...
  • Page 27 Listening While Audio is Recorded If you start recording after inserting the earphone into the EAR jack on the recorder, you can hear the sound being recorded. The sound volume on the recording monitor can be adjusted by pressing the VOLUME (+) or VOLUME (–) button.

  • Page 28: Using The Variable Control Voice Actuator (Vcva)

    Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) When the microphone senses that sounds have reached a preset threshold volume level, the built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) starts recording automatically, and stops when the volume drops below the threshold level. The VCVA feature extends recording time and conserves memory by stopping recording during silent periods, which helps the playback to be more efficient.
  • Page 29 Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator(VCVA) Notes • The start/stop actuation level also varies depending on the selected microphone sensitivity mode ( P31). • If the surrounding noise is loud, the starting sensitivity of the VCVA can be adjusted according to the recording situation.

  • Page 30: Recording Modes (Rec Mode)

    Recording Modes (Rec Mode) The recording mode can be chosen from ST XQ (stereo extra high quality sound recording), ST HQ (stereo high quality sound recording), HQ (high quality sound recording), SP (standard recording), and LP (long-term recording). While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer.

  • Page 31: Microphone Sensitivity

    Microphone Sensitivity Microphone sensitivity is adjustable to meet recording needs. Notes • When the speaker's voice is to be recorded clearly, set it to DICT (dictation) mode. If breath directly hits the microphone it will be noisy, so keep the microphone a little lower than the speaker's mouth (5 to 10cm/2 to 4 inches ) while recording.

  • Page 32: Set The Low Cut Filter (Lowcut Filter)

    Set the Low Cut Filter (LowCut Filter) The recorder has a Low Cut Filter function to minimize low-frequency sounds and record voices more clearly. This function can reduce noise from air conditioners, projectors and other similar noises. While the recorder is stopped or during recording, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer.

  • Page 33: Recommended Settings By Recording Condition

    Recommended settings by recording condition Recording condition Conferences with large crowds and lectures in large rooms Meetings and business negotiations with a small number of people Dictation with a lot of background noise Music playing, wild birds singing, and railway sounds Dictation in a quiet environment Set the Low Cut Filter (LowCut Filter)

  • Page 34: Recording From External Microphone Or Other Devices

    Recording from External Microphone or Other Devices The external microphone and other devices can be connected and the sound can be recorded. Connect as follows by the device to be used. To MIC (microphone) jack Recording with External Microphone Connect an external microphone to the MIC jack of the recorder or the exclusive remote control connected to the recorder.
  • Page 35 Recording from External Microphone or Other Devices To MIC (microphone) jack To audio input terminal of other devices To EAR (earphone) jack Notes • Use the connecting cord sold separately for dubbing (KA333) to connect the recorder with other devices •...

  • Page 36: Timer Recording (Timer Rec)

    Timer Recording (Timer Rec) Timer recording is the function to execute a recording at a set time. You can program up to three desired settings (Preset 1-3) (“On/Off”, “Day”, “Time”, “Rec Mode”, “Folder”, and “Mic Sense”). 3,5 3,5 While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer.
  • Page 37 “On/Off” setting 1 Press the and “Off”. On: Setting will be applied. Off: Setting will not be applied. 2 Press the OK button to exit “On/Off” selection. “Day” setting 1 Press the once”, “Everyday”, and “Every week”. Only once: Records only once at the specified time. Everyday: Records every day at the specified time.
  • Page 38 Timer Recording (Timer Rec) “Rec Mode” setting Regardless of the regular Rec mode ( P30), timer recording will start in a set recording mode. – 1 Press the button to select a recording mode. 2 Press the OK button to exit “Rec Mode” selection.
  • Page 39 Completing the setting. 1 Press the + or – button to choose “Finish”. 2 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. Programmed settings will be applied and the screen will return to the preset number selection menu. If the On/Off setting is set to On, appear on the display.
  • Page 40 Timer Recording (Timer Rec) Notes • If the recorder is in use at the preset start time, the timer recording will start directly after stopping the recorder. • Even if the power if turned off or the recorder is put on Hold, timer recording will start at a specified time. •...

  • Page 41: About Playback

    About Playback Playing The recorder can play back WMA and MP3 format files. To play back a file recorded with other machines, you need to transfer (copy) it from a computer ( P112). Files saved in the Audible folder can play back in the Audible mode. For operation methods in the Audible mode, see P153.
  • Page 42 Playing Press the PLAY or OK button to start playback. The record/play indicator light glows green. For files created using machines other than this recorder, the file format will appear on the display..MP3 files ...WMA files a Play position bar indicator b Current playback time c File name d File format indicator...
  • Page 43 Forwarding Press and hold the 9 button while the recorder is stopped. ➥ If you release the button, it will stop. Press the PLAY or OK button to start playing back from where it was stopped. a File length Press and hold the 9 button while playing a file.
  • Page 44 Playing Locating the Beginning of the File Press the 9 button during playback, slow playback, or fast playback. ➥ The next file is cued and playback starts at the previously set speed. Press the 0 button during playback, slow playback, or fast playback.
  • Page 45 Playback Through Earphone An earphone can be connected to the EAR jack of the recorder for listening. ➥ When the earphone is used, the recorder speaker will be switched-off. Notes • To avoid irritation to the ear, insert the earphone after turning down the volume level.

  • Page 46: Set Skip Space (Skip Space)

    Set Skip Space (Skip Space) This function enables you to skip (forward) or reverse skip (rewind) a file being played for a set period. This function is convenient for quickly skipping to another playback position or repeatedly playing back short phrases. While the recorder is stopped or during playback, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer.
  • Page 47 Note • If there is an index mark/temp mark or a cue closer than the skip space, the recorder will forward skip/ reverse skip to that position. Set Skip Space (Skip Space) – Press the button to select space. F. Skip: File Skip/10Sec/30Sec/1Min/5Min/ 10Min R.

  • Page 48: Changing The Playback Speed (Play Speed)

    Changing the Playback Speed (Play Speed) The playback speed of the file can be changed between 0.5 and 1.5 times speed in increments of 0.125. Change the speed according to need such as listening to meeting content at a fast speed or reviewing spots that you couldn't catch in a language lesson at a slow speed.
  • Page 49 Changing the Playback Speed (Play Speed) Press the “Play Speed”. Press the OK or 9 button. The playback speed setup process begins. Press the between “S. Play” and “F. Play”. Press the OK or 9 button. Start setting each of “S. Play” and “F. Play”. Press the playback speed.
  • Page 50 Changing the Playback Speed (Play Speed) Notes • S. Play and F. Play are available while the Voice Filter ( P57) is set. • S. Play and F. Play are not available while Noise Cancel ( P55) is set. • During fast playback/slow playback, it will be played back in monaural even though the file was recorded in ST XQ or ST HQ mode.

  • Page 51: Select Play Mode (Play Mode)

    Select Play Mode (Play Mode) There are six play modes. You can choose whether to play by file or folder, or all files stored in the recorder. While the recorder is stopped or during playback, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens ( P91,93).
  • Page 52 Select Play Mode (Play Mode) Notes • In “File” mode, when the recorder comes to the end of the last file in the folder, “End” flashes for two seconds on the display and the recorder stops at the start of the last file. •...

  • Page 53: How To Begin Segment Repeat Playback

    How to begin segment repeat playback This function enables repeated playback of part of the file being played. As in regular play mode, playback speed ( P48) can be changed during segment repeat playback as well. If an index mark and temp mark ( P66) are inserted or eliminated during segment repeat playback, segment repeat playback will be canceled and it will return to regular play mode.
  • Page 54 How to begin segment repeat playback Å@ Cancel the Segment Repeat Playback Function Press the OK button. ➥ Pressing the OK button will release segment repeat playback and stop playback. Press the STOP button. ➥ Pressing the STOP button will release segment repeat playback and stop playback.

  • Page 55: Noise Cancel Function (Noise Cancel)

    Noise Cancel Function (Noise Cancel) If recorded audio is difficult to understand because of noisy surroundings, adjust the Noise Cancel setting level. Noise will be reduced in the file when it’s played back for better sound quality. While the recorder is stopped or during playback, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer.
  • Page 56 Noise Cancel Function (Noise Cancel) Notes • If you set Noise Cancel to “Low” or “High”, the setting remains valid until it’s set to “Off”. • Noise cancel cannot be used during fast playback/slow playback ( P48). • Noise Cancel is not available while the Voice Filter ( P57) is set. Press the STOP button to close the menu.

  • Page 57: Set The Voice Filter (Voice Filter)

    Set the Voice Filter (Voice Filter) The recorder has a Voice Filter Function to cut low and high frequency tones during normal, fast, or slow playback, and enable clear audio playback. While the recorder is stopped or during playback, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer.
  • Page 58 Set the Voice Filter (Voice Filter) Note • Voice Filter is not available while Noise Cancel is set. Press the STOP button to close the menu. If the recorder goes to the menu screen during playback, press the 0 button to close the menu screen.

  • Page 59: Alarm Playback Function (Alarm)

    Alarm Playback Function (Alarm) The alarm playback function can be set to play a selected file at a pre-set time. You can program up to three desired settings (Preset 1-3) (“On/Off”, “Day”, “Start Time”,“Volume”, “Alarm” and “Playback File”). 3,5 3,5 While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer.
  • Page 60 Alarm Playback Function (Alarm) “On/Off” setting – 1 Press the button to choose between “On” and “Off”. On: Setting will be applied. Off: Setting will not be applied. 2 Press the OK button to exit “On/Off” selection. “Day” setting – 1 Press the button to choose from “Only once”, “Everyday”, and “Every week”.
  • Page 61 “Volume” setting 1 Press the 2 Press the OK button to exit “Volume” selection. Press the PLAY button to check the volume. “Alarm” setting 1 Press the from among “Alarm1”, “Alarm2” and “Alarm3”. 2 Press the OK button to exit “Alarm” selection. Press the PLAY button to check the alarm sound.
  • Page 62 Alarm Playback Function (Alarm) Notes • If “Everyday” is selected, the alarm will sound at the scheduled time every day unless alarm playback is canceled. • The alarm will sound for five minutes and then stop. Even if a file is selected for Alarm Playback, it will not be automatically played when the alarm sounds.

  • Page 63: Erase And Other Functions

    Erase and other functions Erasing Erasing One File at a Time A selected file can be erased from a folder. “Erase Done” is displayed when the file is erased. File numbers will be reassigned automatically. Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder.

  • Page 64: Erase All Files From A Folder

    Erasing Erase All Files from a Folder All files in a folder can be erased simultaneously. The locked files ( P.68) and the files set to read-only on the PC will not be erased. Press the FOLDER button to select the folder in which you want to erase all files.
  • Page 65 Notes • An erased file cannot be restored. • The locked files and the files that are set to read-only will not be erased ( P.68). • If an action is not selected within eight seconds on the “Cancel”, “Erase”, or “All Erase” screens, the recorder will return to stop status.

  • Page 66: Index Marks And Temp Marks

    If index marks and temp marks are placed, you can quickly find a location you want to listen to in fast forward and fast rewind ( P43) and when cuing a file ( P44). Index marks cannot be placed on files created on machines other than Olympus IC recorders, but temp marks can be placed instead to temporarily remember desired locations.
  • Page 67 Clearing an Index Mark or a Temp Mark Follow the procedures below to erase index or temp marks. Index or temp numbers after the erased index or temp number will automatically move up. Temp marks are temporary markings, so if you move to another file, switch to the list screen, or connect the recorder to a computer, they will be automatically erased.

  • Page 68: Locking Files (Lock)

    Locking Files (Lock) Locking a file keeps important data from being accidentally erased. Locked files are not erased when you choose to erase all files from a folder ( P64). Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder. – Press the button to choose the file you want to lock.
  • Page 69 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. Press the STOP button to close the menu. a Erase lock indicator If a file is locked, a lock indicator appears in the file list screen to conveniently distinguish important files from others. Locking Files (Lock)

  • Page 70: Changing Folder Names (Folder Name)

    Changing Folder Names (Folder Name) You can change the folder names of Folder A to Folder E for audio recording into names preset in the template (such as “Meeting”, “To Do”, and “Memo”). You can also change folder names registered in the template with DSS Player ( P116). While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer.
  • Page 71 Changing Folder Names (Folder Name) – Press the folder name in the template you want to change to. Press the OK button to change the folder name. If the 0 button is pressed, the screen goes back to Step 4 without changing the folder name.

  • Page 72: Rearranging Files (File Move)

    Rearranging files (File Move) You can move a file in a folder to change the order of playback. First select the folder (file) for which you want to change the playback order. Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder. Press the hold the MENU button for 1 second or longer.

  • Page 73: Press The Ok Button

    Rearranging files (File Move) – Press the location to move it to. Press the OK button. The file will be moved. If there are more files to move, repeat Steps 5 through 8. If the OK button is pressed for one second or longer, file order rearrangement will close and the recorder will return to the File Move screen.

  • Page 74: Formatting The Recorder (Format)

    Formatting the Recorder (Format) If you format the recorder, all files will be removed and all function settings will return to defaults except date and time settings. Transfer any important files to a computer before formatting the recorder. If the recorder is formatted, data for guidance ( P87), alarm playback ( P60), and starting/closing tune when the power is turned On/Off ( P15) will also be erased and these features will not be available in the future.
  • Page 75 Press the OK button. After the “Data Will Be Cleared” message is on for two seconds, “Cancel” will turn on. Press the “Start”. Press the OK button. Formatting begins and an indicator flashes on the display. “Format Done” displays when formatting ends. Formatting the Recorder (Format) button again to choose...
  • Page 76 Formatting the Recorder (Format) Notes • Never turn the power off or remove batteries during formatting because data may be corrupted. It may take over 10 seconds to complete erasing. • Never format the recorder from a PC. • After formatting, recorded audio file names may start from 0001. •...

  • Page 77: Changing The Usb Class (Usb Class)

    Changing the USB Class (USB Class) When using this recorder as a USB microphone or USB speaker in the voice recognition software or other applications, it is necessary to set the USB class of this recorder to “Audio Class”. By using the USB microphone function, it enables enroll (= voice learning) operations of the voice recognition software.

  • Page 78: Changing Power Save (Power Save)

    Changing Power Save (Power Save) If the recorder is on and stops for 10 minutes or longer (default), the display shuts off and it goes into power save mode. You can set the time to enter power save from among “5 min”, “10 min”, “30 min”, “1 hour”, and “Off”.

  • Page 79: Changing External Input Setting (Ext. Input)

    Changing External Input Setting (Ext. Input) This recorder is designed to recognize microphone jack conditions (including if a exclusive stereo microphone or a exclusive remote-control stereo microphone is plugged in) for proper recording according to recording mode. If another manufacturer's stereo external microphone is used, it may be incorrectly recognized as a monaural microphone.
  • Page 80 Changing External Input Setting (Ext.Input) When a stereo recording is made using the monaural microphone or a monaural recording is made using the stereo microphone, the recording will be changed by using the “Ext. Input” setting described below. Recording data when “Auto” is selected If something is plugged into the MIC jack or not •...

  • Page 81: Viewing System Information (System Info.)

    Viewing system information (System Info.) You can check the recorder's information on the menu screen. While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens ( P91,93). – Press the button to choose “System Info.”.

  • Page 82: Display And Sound Functions

    Display and Sound Functions LCD Display Information The LCD screen on the recorder can display 3 different format of information by pressing the DISPLAY button. This help review and confirm different recorder settings and file information. Press the DISPLAY button. The LCD display views will switch every time the DISPLAY button is pressed in the File Display screen.

  • Page 83: While In Record Mode

    While in record mode Displays 1 and 2 alternately. 1 Remaining memory bars/recording time/ Recording level meter Current elapsed recording time displayed incremental Display in the stereo recording whereas the remaining mode memory and audio input levels are displayed with graphic images.

  • Page 84: Backlight (Backlight)

    Backlight (Backlight) The recorder display backlight is On by default. The display will remain lit for about 10 seconds when a button on the recorder is pressed. While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer.

  • Page 85: Led(Led)

    LED (LED) You can set it so the Record/Play indicator light does not turn on. While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens ( P.91,93). – Press the button to choose “LED”.

  • Page 86: Lcd Contrast Adjustment (Contrast)

    LCD Contrast Adjustment (Contrast) Display contrast can be adjusted in 12 levels. While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens ( P91,93). – Press the button to choose “Contrast”. Press the OK or 9 button. The contrast setup process begins.

  • Page 87: Guidance (Voice Guide)

    Guidance (Voice Guide) This feature gives audio announcements of recorder operating conditions. Adjust the speed and the volume of guidance announcements. While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens ( P.91,93). –...
  • Page 88 Guidance (Voice Guide) “On/Off” setting – 1 Press the button to choose between “On” and “Off”. On: Guidance will be provided. Off: Guidance will be canceled. 2 Press the OK button to exit “On/Off” selection. “Speed”setting – 1 Press the button to choose from “Fast”, “Normal”, and “Slow”.
  • Page 89 Note • The starting tune/closing tune when the power is turned On/Off ( P15) can be canceled if you set the guidance to Off. • If the recorder is formatted ( P74), guidance data will also be erased and the feature will not be available in the future ( P117).

  • Page 90: System Sounds (Beep)

    System Sounds (Beep) The recorder beeps to alert you to button operations or warn you of errors. System sounds may be turned off. While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens ( P91,93). –...

  • Page 91: Menu Setting

    Menu Setting Menu Setting Method Items in menus are categorized by tabs, so select a tab first and move to a desired item to quickly set it. You can set each menu item as follows. While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer.
  • Page 92 Menu Setting Method Press the OK or 9 button. Moves to the setting of the selected item. – Press the button to change the setting. Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. If the 0 button is pressed, the setting will be canceled and it will return to the menu.

  • Page 93: Menu List

    Menu List...
  • Page 94 Menu List P.84 P.85 P.86 P.87 P.90 P.88 P.72 P.70 P.74...

  • Page 95: Menu List

    Menu List *“Play Mode” and “Skip Space” cannot be set in the Audible mode.

  • Page 96: Using The Recorder On Your Pc

    Using the Recorder on Your PC Saving Files in Your PC By being connected to a PC, the recorder enables you to do the following: • Playback voice files on your PC. Audio files recorded using the recorder can be played using the DSS Player software included on the provided CD-ROM or Windows Media Player ( •...
  • Page 97 G Data can be written or uploaded to the recorder even though the attribute of the recorder drive is shown as Read-only by the operating system of the PC. G As the noise may cause adverse effects on electronics devices nearby the recorder, unplug the earphone when you connect the recorder to a PC.

  • Page 98: Using Dss Player Software

    Using DSS Player Software Basic Operating Environment of DSS Player Operating Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional/XP Professional,Home Edition System: CPU: Intel Pentium II class 333 MHz processor or more (If recording to a hard disk directly with the WMA format, please use in the range of 500 MHz or more) RAM: 128 MB or more (256MB or more is recommended)
  • Page 99 Using DSS Player Software Notes • The support service will not cover if your PC has been updated from Windows 95/98/Me to Windows 2000/XP. • Any failure on a self-modified PC will not be covered under the operational warranty.

  • Page 100: Installing Software

    Installing Software Before you connect the recorder to your PC and use it, you must first install the DSS player software from the included Software CD. Applications included with “DSS Player” • DSS Player: Recorded voice files can be downloaded to the PC for complete file management and playback solution.
  • Page 101 Installing DSS Player Register user information. Enter your name, company name and serial number. For the serial number, see the label attached to the CD-ROM package provided with DSS Player. When entered, click [Next]. When the confirmation dialog appears, click [Yes].

  • Page 102: Installing The Device Driver

    Installing Software Installing the Device Driver Connect the recorder to your PC, referring to “Connecting to Your PC” ( When you connect the recorder to your PC for the first time after installing DSS Player, the recorder’s driver will be installed automatically. If the driver is installed properly, DSS Player will start automatically.

  • Page 103: Uninstalling Software

    Uninstalling Software To uninstall any of the software component of the DSS player software installed on your PC, follow the steps below. Exit DSS Player. Select [Control Panel] from [start] menu. Click [Add/Remove programs] in the control panel window. A list of applications that have been installed is displayed.

  • Page 104: Using Online Help

    Using Online Help To open Online Help, you have the following options. • Click the [start] button, select [All Programs], then [Olympus DSS Player], then click [Help]. • While DSS Player is running, choose [Contents] from the [Olympus DSS Player Help] menu.

  • Page 105: Connecting To Your Pc

    Connecting to Your PC Be sure to finish installing DSS Player before connecting the recorder ( P100). Notes • When connecting this recorder with the PC and utilize DSS Player, in the menu setting of this recorder set the USB class ( P77) to the “Storage Class”. If connected by “Audio Class”, this recorder will not be recognized as a removable disk drive.

  • Page 106: Disconnecting From Your Pc

    Connecting to Your PC Disconnecting from Your PC Click the on the task bar located at the lower-right corner of the screen. Click [Safely Remove Hardware]. The drive letter will differ depending on the PC being used. Disconnect the USB cable. Notes •...

  • Page 107: Running Dss Player

    Player to reinstate again. Manual start Start Windows. Click the [start] button, select [All Programs], then [Olympus DSS Player]. Click [Olympus DSS Player]. Note • You cannot run more than one DSS Player program or multiple copies of the same program simultaneously.

  • Page 108: Window Names (Dss Player)

    Window Names (DSS Player) *Main screen displayed when DSS Player is started 1 Play Control Bar Control buttons to play and stop voice files. 2 Dictation Folder Window Will display the directory structure of the DSS, WMA, MP3, WAVE-format files stored on your PC’s hard disk.

  • Page 109: Managing Files On Your Pc

    Managing Files on Your PC Download Voice Files from the Recorder There are 3 download options to transfer voice files from the recorder to the PC: • Download Selected Files Download one or several voice files to your PC. • Download Folders Download all the voice files in one folder.
  • Page 110 Download Voice Files from the Recorder Download the voice file. From the [Download] menu, click [Download Selected Files]. Download complete. Do not disconnect the USB cable while the record/play indicator light on the recorder is flashing. Disconnecting the USB cable when the recorder lamp is flashing will result in data loss or corruption ( P106).

  • Page 111: Play A Voice File

    Play a Voice File Select the folder. Select the folder that contains the voice file you would like to play. Select the voice file. Select the voice file to play from the Voice File List Box. Play the voice file. Click the (play) button of the Play Control Bar.

  • Page 112: Upload Voice Files To The Recorder

    Upload Voice Files to the Recorder DSS Player has a feature to enable you to upload files from your PC to the recorder. Select the folder. Select the folder that contains the voice file to upload from the Dictation Folder window. Select the voice file.
  • Page 113 Upload complete. Once the transmission screen closes and the record/play indicator light on the recorder is OFF, upload is completed. You can also drag and drop files from the Voice File List Box to the Device Manager window. Notes • NEVER disconnect the USB while the record/play indicator light is flashing. If you do, the data will be destroyed.

  • Page 114: Send Voice Files With E-Mail

    The Message folder location can be found from the [Tools] menu, [Options], and then “Download folder” tab. The file can be replayed with DSS Player-Lite even though the recipient does not have DSS Player. Free DSS Player-Lite can be downloaded from Olympus homepage. http://www.olympusamerica.com/cpg_section/cpg_downloads.asp http://olympus-europa.com/consumer/2590_software.cfm...

  • Page 115: Changing A Folder Name

    Changing a Folder Name Changing a folder name in the Voice Folder window You can change a folder name using the [Rename Folder] command from the [Edit] menu. A folder name can be up to 20 characters long and cannot use \ /:*?"<>|. Changing a folder name in the Device window Right-click the folder name to change, select the [Rename Folder] and input the new folder name.

  • Page 116: Editing A Template

    Editing a Template Templates of folder name that have been registered on the recorder can be changed on the “Edit & Upload Templates” screen. Select [Edit & Upload Templates] from [Download] to open the [Edit and Upload Template] window. The maximum number of characters that can be entered is 8 characters for a folder name. Load templates from the recorder Note...

  • Page 117: Copying Voice Guide Data

    Copying Voice Guide Data If you format the recorder and erase data by mistake, you can copy the voice guide data from DSS Player to the recorder. Make sure that the recorder's voice guide is set to “On”. If the recorder's voice guide is set to “Off” the voice guide data cannot be copied. Connect the recorder to a PC.

  • Page 118: Usb Microphone/Usb Speaker

    USB Microphone/USB Speaker It is possible to use the recorder as a USB microphone or speaker with the DSS Player, to insert/add/overwrite recordings onto voice files downloaded onto a computer, or to save new recordings directly onto a computer. In addition, it is also possible to operate the DSS Player using buttons on the recorder. Audio set up In order to use this recorder as a USB speaker or a USB microphone in DSS Player, it is necessary to change to “Audio Class”...
  • Page 119 Uses as a USB microphone When the recorder is used as a USB microphone, it can used to make recordings with the DSS Player, and can also be used to input data on a computer using voice recognition software or other applications. When using the recorder as a USB microphone, switch the recorder to the [Audio] mode in the [Audio Setup] described on the previous page, then perform the following setting.

  • Page 120: Dss Player Expanded Functions

    DSS Player Expanded Functions Upgrade Function Plus The “DSS Player” enables upgrades (Options) to the “DSS Player Plus” which is equipped with more functions. In addition to the DSS Player functions, voice recognition using voice recognition software, joining of files, sharing of files and the menu setting of this recorder can be utilized.
  • Page 121 Select [Upgrade to DSS Player Plus] from the [Help] menu. The “Upgrade to DSS Player Plus” dialog will be displayed. In the [Upgrade to DSS Player Plus] dialog, enter the license number of your purchase, and click the [OK] button. When starting the application next time, DSS Player will be upgraded to DSS Player Plus.

  • Page 122: Using Voice Recognition Software

    • IBM ViaVoice Pro USB Edition 10 • Dragon NaturallySpeaking 8/9 Please inquire to the Olympus Service Center regarding the situation for software to be released hereafter ( P159). Also, when you use such software in combination with this recorder, please confirm the software operation with the user’s computer and the maker.
  • Page 123 Voice]. The ViaVoice User Wizard window appears. From the [Device] list box, select [Olympus WMA File]. Select [Olympus WMA File] in the [Device] list box, then click the [Next] button. Click the [Next] button. The [Audio Setup Wizard] window appears.
  • Page 124 Using Voice Recognition Software Select a sound card. When the [Selecting a Sound Card] window appears, select [USB Audio Device] for [Input] and follow the instructions on screen. (Select [Microphone Control (DVR)] for Windows XP.) Proceed with the AUDIO Setup according to the instruction on screen.
  • Page 125 In this case, click the [New] button and display [New User Wizard]. Creating a User. Input a name into [Your name], and select [Olympus DVR DS-2/20/30/40/50/2300] from the [Dictation source] list box, then click the [Next] button. Description of Wizard.
  • Page 126 P129) for recording tips. After the recording is finished, click the [Next] button. Transferring the Recorded Voice. Click [Olympus DSS Player] button displayed on the screen. The DSS Player Plus will startup and then follow the instructions displayed on the screen to execute the transfer of the recorded voice.
  • Page 127 Executing Voice Recognition DSS Player Plus can easily access ViaVoice and Dragon NaturallySpeaking from the menu, and it enables text conversion of the file in the Voice File List Box. Select the folder. From the Dictation Folder Window, select the folder in which the folder to be converted to text is stored.
  • Page 128 Using Voice Recognition Software When Dragon NaturallySpeaking is Selected The [Open User] dialog will be displayed, and select the user created in procedure 3 on P125, then click the [Open] button. The [Transcription Options] dialog will be displayed, and select the option according to the purpose, then click the [Transcribe] button.
  • Page 129 Notes on Recording For Voice Recognition When recording voice to be processed with voice recognition, set up your recorder as follows to improve recognition accuracy. • Set the microphone sensitivity to “DICT” ( P31). • Set the recording mode other than “LP” mode ( P30).

  • Page 130: Joining Files

    Joining Files Plus In DSS Player Plus, designated multiple voice files can be joined and one voice file can be created. Select the folder. From the Dictation Folder Window, select the folder which contains the files to be joined. Select the voice files. From the Voice File List Box, select more than one file to be joined.
  • Page 131 Set the order of files. After joining, the playback order of the files can be changed. Select a file, and move the file to its appropriate position in the order using the [Up] and [Down] buttons. Input File Names. The file name is created automatically after joining and also, it enables input optionally.

  • Page 132: Splitting Files

    Splitting Files Plus One designated voice file can be split into the two files in DSS Player Plus. Select the folder. Select the folder containing the file to be split from the Dictation Folder Window. Select the voice files. Select one file to split from the Voice File List Box.
  • Page 133 Input file name (File name before splitting.) Output file name (File name after splitting.) Playback / Stop button The display will change whenever the button is pressed. Set the split position. Press the button to playback the file, and press the divided.

  • Page 134: Menu Setting Of This Recorder

    Menu Setting of this Recorder Plus The menu setting of this recorder can be changed in the “Configure recorder menu” screen in the computer. Select [Configure recorder menu] from the [Download] menu. The “Configure recorder menu” dialog will be displayed. Execute Menu Setting.

  • Page 135: Importing Content For Listening On The Recorder

    Importing Content for Listening on the Recorder Importing Content for Listening on the Recorder You can transfer language content and music files imported from language CDs and the Internet using Windows Media Player for playing on the recorder. You can also use DSS Player to import and enjoy Podcast content found on the Internet. The recorder is compatible with WMA and MP3 language content.

  • Page 136: Using Windows Media Player

    Using Windows Media Player By using Windows Media Player, music files from music CDs can be converted (ripped) P138) and music files that you have bought from any music distribution sites can be easily transferred to the recorder ( P139). Copyright and Copyright Protection Feature (DRM) By the Copyright Act, any voice/music files and music CDs downloaded from the Internet without the copyright holder’s permission may not be reproduced, distributed, publicized/re-...

  • Page 137: Window Names (Windows Media Player)

    Window Names (Windows Media Player) Windows Media Player 10 1 Features taskbar 2 Quick Access Panel button 3 Seek slider 4 Rewind button 5 Play button 6 Stop button 7 Previous button 8 Next button 9 Mute button 0 Volume slider ! Shuffle/Repeat button @ Fast Forward button Windows Media Player 9...

  • Page 138: Copying Music From Cd

    Copying Music from CD Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive and start Windows Media Player. From the Features taskbar, click the [Rip] menu. For Windows Media Player 9 From the Features taskbar, click the [Copy from CD] menu. Click the [View Album Info]. If Internet connectivity is available, CD information is searched.

  • Page 139: Transferring Music File To The Recorder

    Transferring Music File to the Recorder You can transfer the music files saved in your PC to this recorder. For how to copy the music files from the CD to your PC, see “Copying Music from CD” ( Windows Media Player 10 Connect the recorder to a PC and start Windows Media Player.
  • Page 140 Transferring Music File to the Recorder Click the [Start Sync]. The file is transferred to the recorder. The music file transferred to the recorder is displayed in Item on Device. Windows Media Player 9 Connect the recorder to a PC and start Windows Media Player.
  • Page 141 Select the destination folder. Please see “Folder” ( P.19) about the folder composition of this recorder. To transfer to “Root” folder The empty column part of the item on the device (Root of the drive) is selected. To transfer to “Music” folder Select the “Music”...

  • Page 142: Importing Podcast Content

    Importing Podcast Content By registering favorite programs in DSS Player, you can download the latest broadcasting content automatically. Also the new content can be transferred onto the recorder simply by connecting it to a computer. Register a Podcast program Start DSS Player. Open a web browser and go to a Podcasting site.

  • Page 143: Update A Program

    Update a program By default, programs registered in DSS Player will be automatically updated. To change update intervals, go to [Tools] then [Options], and change them in the Options dialog's Podcast tab. See the Online Help for details ( If you don't want to update programs automatically, you can update the using the following procedure.

  • Page 144: Download The Content

    Importing Podcast Content Download the Content By default, if new content is found when a program is updated, the latest content will be automatically downloaded. This setting can be changed by selecting [Tools] then [Options] and going to the Options dialog's Podcast tab. See the Online Help for details ( If you want to download manually, The content can be downloaded with the procedure described below.
  • Page 145 Transfer Content to the Rrecorder In the default setting, the content automatically transferred into the “Podcast” folder on the recorder when the recorder connects to a computer. This setting can be changed by selecting [Options] under [Extras], and by selecting the “Podcast” tab displayed on the Option dialog box.

  • Page 146: Enjoy Audible Content

    (United States) http://www.audible.co.uk (United Kingdom) http://www.audible.fr (France) http://www.audible.de (Germany) Start up the downloaded executable file. The AudibleManager Setup screen will be displayed. Select the name of the device in use (OLYMPUS DS-30, DS-40 or DS-50) and click the [Install] button.

  • Page 147: Adding Device To Audiblemanager

    When the “Audible Manager License Agreement” is displayed, click the [I Accept] button. Installation starts. Wait until process has been completed. Once the installation has been completed AudibleManager starts up automatically. Adding Device to AudibleManager If AudibleManager has already been installed, add a device in order to handle the recorder in the AudibleManager.

  • Page 148: Purchasing Audible Content

    Loading Audible Content When the dialog box is displayed, check the name of the device in use (DS-30, DS- 40 or DS-50) and click the [OK] button. Installation starts. Wait until the process has been completed. Once the installation has been completed, AudibleManager restarts.

  • Page 149: Transferring Audible Content

    Transferring Audible Content Audible content can be transferred into the “Audible” folder on the recorder by following the procedure described below. Connect the recorder to a computer. Select “Library” in the “Audible Folders” tree listing. A list of content stored in the “Library” displays on the right side. Select the content to be transferring to the recorder and click the [Add to Device] button.
  • Page 150 Transferring Audible Content The transfer begins. Wait until the transfer of the content has been completed. When it has been completed, the transferred content is displayed in the contents listing of the device. Also, the transferred content is displayed in the Library. Notes •...

  • Page 151: Enjoy Audible Content With The Recorder

    Enjoy Audible Content with the Recorder Audible content that has been transferred into the “Audible” folder on the recorder from a computer can be enjoyed with an exclusive mode optimally suited for the operation of Audible content. Audible Mode When you select the “Audible” folder on the recorder, the recorder automatically switches to the Audible mode.The Audible mode is an exclusive mode for enjoying Audible content ( modes 2, 3, and 4 formats*) transferred from a computer.

  • Page 152: Playback Position And Section

    Enjoy Audible Content with the Recorder Playback Position and Section In the Audible mode, the starting position can be moved easily by referring to the “Playback Position,” which is the positional information stored from previous stops for each file, and by referring to “Section” where the content distributor has preset the position.

  • Page 153: Operating Recorder In Audible Mode

    Operating Recorder in Audible Mode The operating method on the recorder is different in the Audible mode when the “Audible” folder is selected, then while in the Normal mode. Forwarding Press and hold the 9 button while the recorder is stopped. ➥...
  • Page 154 Enjoy Audible Content with the Recorder File Skip and Section Skip Press the 9 button while the recorder is stopped. ➥ The recorder skips to a playback position or the starting position of a section, whichever is closer in the file, and stops. After a stop position, if there is no playback position, or a starting position of a section, the recorder will skip to a playback position in the next file and stop.

  • Page 155: Other Practical Use Methods

    Other Practical Use Methods Using as External Memory of the Computer With the recorder connected to your PC, you can download data from the memory to your PC and upload data stored on your PC to the memory. Example: Copying Data from PC to Recorder using Explorer Start Windows.

  • Page 156: Other Information

    (maximum of 200 files). Error in the internal memory. This is a malfunction, so go to the store where you purchased the recorder or an Olympus service station for repair. The music files copied Delete the file ( P63). illegally.

  • Page 157: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Probable cause Symptom Nothing appears The batteries are not loaded properly. on the display The batteries are dead. The power is off. The power is off. Won’t start The recorder is in HOLD mode. The batteries are dead. Unable to Low remaining internal memory.
  • Page 158 Troubleshooting Symptom Cannot find the Wrong folder. recorded voice The recorder The clock has not been set properly. does not start at the set time with “Timer Rec” or “Alarm” The data has been deleted by the formatting. The Alarm, Starting tune and Closing tune, and guidance are not...

  • Page 159: Accessories (Optional)

    30, DS-40 and DS-50 models. Three types are available, the ME53SH which is the same color as the DS-30 model, the ME53SS which is the same color as the DS-40 model, and the ME53SA which is the same color as the DS-50 model.

  • Page 160: Specifications

    HQ mode: 34 hours 45 minutes SP mode: 68 hours 30 minutes LP mode: 136 hours 15 minutes DS-30: 256 MB STEREO XQ mode: 4 hours 10 minutes STEREO HQ mode: 8 hours 30 minutes HQ mode: 17 hours 00 minutes...

  • Page 161: Technical Assistance And Support

    Recorder:96 x 37.5 x 16 mm (without protrusions) Technical Assistance and Support The following are contact information for technical support for Olympus recorders and software only. N Technical Hotline Number in the U.S. and Canada 1-888-553-4448 N User Support E-mail address in the U.S. and Canada distec@olympus.com...
  • Page 162 Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the disposal of this product. Applicable Product : DS-30/40/50 L’indication “CE” signifie que ce produit est conforme aux exigences concernant la sécurité, la santé, l’environnement et la protection du consommateur.
  • Page 163 P2-BZ8197-01 AP0611...

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