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DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER DS-71 DS-61 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.
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.
INDEX INDEX DS-71 DS-71 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...
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 ... 11 Inserting Batteries ... 13 Using the AC Adapter ...
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6 Menu Setting Menu Setting Method ... 97 Menu List ... 99 7 Using the Recorder on Your Saving Files in Your PC ... 102 Using DSS Player Software ... 104 Installing Software ... 105 Uninstalling Software ... 108 Using Online Help ... 109 Connecting to Your PC ...
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.
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• 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.
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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.
Getting Started Main Features This product is equipped with the following features. This “IC recorder” is optimally suited for playing back audio recordings, such as conferences or business scenes, language studies, Podcasts, and other audible content. The recorder stores highly compressed WMA (Windows Media Audio) format voice messages in integrated flash memory.
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Main Features You may assign your own names to folders. ( P77, 120) It has a built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) function. ( P28) Timer Rec and Alarm features enable automatic recording and playing at a set time. ( P42, 65) A directional microphone feature has been included that allows for switching between broad stereo recording and recording with...
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Identification of Parts Remote Controller -RS29- 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 (ME55S).
When the battery is too weak, on the display and the recorder shuts down. When changing batteries, AAA alkaline batteries or Olympus Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries ( P14) are recommended. → [Battery Low] appears...
Inserting Batteries Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Optional Ni-MH rechargeable batteries from Olympus can be used in the recorder. ( P167) Notes • Be sure to stop the recorder before replacing the batteries. Unloading the batteries while the recorder is in use may corrupt the file. If you...
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.
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.
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&Date] message may appear.
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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.
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.
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.
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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 [DS710001] file Selecting [DS710003] file Selecting Selecting [Chapter 3] [Audible] folder The recorder switches to the Audible mode.
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Notes on the Folders File names will be automatically created for files recorded by this recorder. DS71 0001.WMA Extension: Files recorded by this device are saved in WMA or linear PCM format with the file extensions .WMA or .WAV. File number : A serial number automatically assigned by a Digital Voice Recorder. User ID : The name that has been set on the Digital Voice Recorder.
Notes • The ME55S is the microphone for the DS-71 and DS-61. • The ME53S external microphone for the DS-50/40/30 cannot be used. • If a recording is made in PCM, ST XQ, ST HQ and ST SP modes while the...
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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.
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.
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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. •...
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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.
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.
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Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) Press the STOP button to close the menu. If it returns to the menu screen during recording, press the 0 button to close the menu screen. Press the REC button to start recording. When the sound volume is lower than the preset threshold sound level, recording automatically stops after 1 sec approximately, and [Standby]...
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Press the OK button to finish settings, then press the 0 button to close the Menu Screen. Adjust the initial VCVA level (DS-61) Press the 9 or 0 button while the recorder is recording or paused to adjust the initial VCVA level.
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Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) VCVA standby monitor setting When [Standby Monitor] is set to [On] with the menu setting, the recording will not be output from the earphone while in VCVA standby. When you monitor your recording with the earphone connected, you can check whether VCVA is launched or not by checking if an audio is output.
Recording Modes (Rec Mode) The recording mode can be chosen from PCM (DS-71 only), ST XQ (stereo extra high quality sound recording), ST HQ (stereo high quality sound recording), ST SP (stereo standard recording), HQ (high quality sound recording), SP (standard recording), and LP (long-term recording).
Set the method for adjusting the recording level (Rec Level) (DS-71 only) You can set the device to automatically or manually adjust the recording level. 3,5 3,5 While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens.
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Set the method for adjusting the recording level (Rec Level) Adjust the recording level Press the 9 or 0 button while the recorder is recording or paused to adjust the recording level. • The recording level will be automatically adjusted when the recording level is set to [Auto].
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.
Zoom Mic (Zoom Mic) The directional microphone function utilizes DiMAGIC’s (DiMAGIC Co., Ltd.) DiMAGIC Virtual Microphone (DVM) technology. DVM is an audio pickup system which allows you to record by focusing on sound from any direction. From expansive stereo recording to high directivity recording, DVM represents the latest in directional control methods that allow you to switch to a single exclusive microphone.
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Zoom Mic (Zoom Mic) Directional Microphone Feature Directionality (high) Directionality (Low) Sound collection range (narrow) Notes • When changing the directional microphone’s level to [Zoom], [Narrow], or [Wide], the setting will remain active until it is switched to [Off]. • The directional microphone feature is designed to only function when used with the included microphone (ME55S). Please take note that you will not be able to record properly when using a commercially sold microphone.
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.
Recommended settings by recording condition Recording condition Recording for conferences and other large groups. Recording for classroom lectures and other spacious venues. 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)
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.
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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. •...
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.
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[On/Off] setting 1 Press the [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 once], [Everyday], and [Every week]. [Only once]: Records only once at the specified time. [Everyday]: Records every day at the specified time.
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Timer Recording (Timer Rec) [Rec Mode] setting Regardless of the regular Rec mode ( P32), 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.
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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. •...
About Playback Playing The recorder can playback WAV(DS-71 only), MP3 and WMA format files. To playback a file recorded with other machines, you need to transfer (copy) it from a computer. ( P114) Files saved in the Audible folder can play back in the Audible mode. For operation methods in the Audible mode, see P159.
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• For WAV files, this recorder can only play back those in the linear PCM format. WAV files other than these cannot be played back. (DS-71 only) • It is possible to playback the WMA files which are created by the Olympus Digital Voice Recorder. Press the PLAY or OK button to start playback.
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Playing 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.
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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.
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.
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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. Skip/30sec. Skip/ 1min.
Changing the Playback Speed (Play Speed) The playback speed of the file can be changed between 0.5 and 2.0 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 could not catch in a language lesson at a slow speed.
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Changing the Playback Speed (Play Speed) Press the [Play Speed]. Press the OK or 9 button. The [Play 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.
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Changing the Playback Speed (Play Speed) Double speed fast playback may not be available depending on the sampling frequency and the bit rate of the file to be played back. In such a case, the device plays back in up to x1.5 speed.
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.
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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. •...
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 ( P52) can be changed during segment repeat playback as well. If an index mark and temp mark ( P73) are inserted or eliminated during segment repeat playback, segment repeat playback will be canceled and it will return to regular play mode.
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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.
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.
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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. ( P52) • Noise Cancel is not available while the Voice Filter ( P61) is set. •...
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.
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Set the Voice Filter (Voice Filter) Notes • Voice Filter is not available while Noise Cancel is set. ( P59) • The Voice Filter feature is not available while the EUPHONY feature is set. ( P63) Press the STOP button to close the menu.
Increase the realistic sensation (EUPHONY) This recorder is equipped with [EUPHONY MOBILE], the latest in surround sound systems which combines bandwidth correction, expansion technology, and virtual acoustical source processing technology. In addition to its natural, expansive feel, the recorder is equipped with the exceptional feature wherein listeners are less prone to developing an compressed or closed-in feel, or to growing tired over extended listening.
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Increase the realistic sensation (EUPHONY) Notes • The EUPHONY feature is not available while using fast playback/slow playback ( P52). • The EUPHONY feature is not available while Noise Cancel ( P59) is set. • The EUPHONY feature is not available while the Voice Filter feature ( P61) is set. Press the STOP button to close the menu.
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.
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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].
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[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.
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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.
Set the Intro Play (Intro Play) You can listen to the first few seconds of a file by touching the cursor to a file within a folder. This feature is convenient when looking for files. While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer.
Erase and other functions Erasing Erasing One File at a Time A selected file can be erased from a folder. Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder. Every time the FOLDER button is pressed, it cycles through folders and the List display will appear.
Erase All Files from a Folder All files in a folder can be erased simultaneously. The locked files ( P75) and the files set to read-only on the PC will not be erased. [Erase Done] is displayed when the files are erased.
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Erasing Notes • An erased file cannot be restored. • The locked files and the files that are set to read-only will not be erased. ( P75) • If an action is not selected within eight seconds on the [Cancel], [Erase], or [All Erase] screens, the recorder will return to stop status.
( P48) and when cuing a file ( P49). 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.
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Index Marks and Temp Marks Notes • Up to 16 index and temp marks can be set in a file. If you try to place more than 16 index or temp marks, the [Index Full] message will appear for index marks, and [Temp Full] for temp marks. •...
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. ( P71) Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder. – Press the button to choose the file you want to lock.
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Locking Files (Lock) 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.
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. ( P121) While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or...
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Changing Folder Names (Folder Name) – Press the button to select 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.
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.
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Rearranging files (File Move) – Press the button to select 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.
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 ( P93), alarm playback ( P65), 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.
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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. •...
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.
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 [5min.] [10min.], [30min.], [1hour], and [Off].
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.
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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 •...
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. ( P97, 99) – Press the button to choose [System Info.].
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. 1 Playback elapsed time / File name* The elapsed time for the file being played and its file name (artist name/song title for a music file) will appear.
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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 whereas the remaining stereo recording mode memory and audio input levels are displayed with graphic images.
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.
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. ( P97, 99) – Press the button to choose [LED].
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. ( P97, 99) – Press the button to choose [Contrast]. Press the OK or 9 button. The [Contrast] setup process begins.
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. ( P97, 99) –...
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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 [Speed5], [Speed4], [Speed3], [Speed2], and [Speed1].
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Notes • 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 ( P81), guidance data will also be erased and the feature will not be available in the future.
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. ( P97, 99) –...
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
Using DSS Player Software Basic Operating Environment of DSS Player IBM PC/AT compatible PC Operating Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional/XP Professional,Home Edition/ System: Vista Ultimate, Enterprise, Business, Home Premium, Home Basic CPU: Windows 2000/XP: 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) Windows Vista: 800 MHz or more...
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.
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Installing Software 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].
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Installing the Device Driver Connect the recorder to your PC, referring to [Connecting to Your PC]. ( P110) 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.
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.
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.
Connecting to Your PC Be sure to finish installing DSS Player before connecting the recorder. ( P105) Notes • When connecting this recorder with the PC and utilize DSS Player, in the menu setting of this recorder set the USB class ( P83) to the [Storage Class]. If connected by [Audio Class], this recorder will not be recognized as a removable disk drive.
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 • NEVER disconnect the USB while the record/play indicator light is flashing. If you do, the data will be destroyed.
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.
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, WAV-format files stored on your PC’s hard disk.
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 more voice files to your PC. • Download Folders Download all voice files to one folder.
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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.
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.
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.
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Upload Voice Files to the Recorder 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 •...
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...
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.
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...
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.
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] after connecting to the computer in the [Storage Class].
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USB Microphone/USB Speaker 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.
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.
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Upgrade Function 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.
• 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. ( P171) Also, when you use such software in combination with this recorder, please confirm the software operation with the user’s computer and the maker.
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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.
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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.
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[New User Wizard]. Creating a User. Input a name into [Your name], and select [Olympus DVR] from the [Dictation source] list box, then click the [Next] button. Description of Wizard. Description of this wizard will be displayed.
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P134) 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.
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Using Voice Recognition Software 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.
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When Dragon NaturallySpeaking is Selected The [Open User] dialog will be displayed, and select the user created in procedure 3 on P130, 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.
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Using Voice Recognition Software 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]. ( P35) • Set the recording mode other than [LP] mode.
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.
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Joining Files 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.
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.
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Splitting Files 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.
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.
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.
Using Windows Media Player By using Windows Media Player, music files from music CDs can be converted (ripped) P143) and music files that you have bought from any music distribution sites can be easily transferred to the recorder. ( P144) 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-...
Window Names (Windows Media Player) Windows Media Player 11 1 Features taskbar 2 Seek slider 3 Shuffle button 4 Repeat button 5 Stop button 6 Previous button 7 Play button 8 Next button 9 Mute button 0 Volume slider Windows Media Player 10 1 Features taskbar 2 Quick Access Panel button 3 Seek slider...
Copying Music from CD Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive and start Windows Media Player. From the Features taskbar, click the [Rip] menu. Af ter cli cking [Rip] menu, click [ViewAlbum Info] for Windows Media Player 10 as necessary. If Internet connectivity is available, CD information is searched.
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 11 Connect the recorder to a PC, and start Windows Media Player.
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Select the desired category from [Library] on the left, and select music files or albums to transfer to the recorder, and Drag & Drop them in [Sync List] on the right. Click [Start Sync]. The file is transferred to the recorder. Windows Media Player 10 Connect the recorder to a PC, and start Windows Media Player.
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• Refer to the online help of Windows Media Player for details. • To transfer the files by using Windows Media Player 9, check the Olympus website. • If the music files are transferred to the recorder until it reaches to the maximum memory, the message [Cannot make the system file.
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.
Importing Podcast Content 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.
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.
Importing Podcast Content Transfer Content to the Recorder 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.
Bookmark mode The recorder has the bookmark mode in the contents file of the [Music] folder which is transferred to the recorder. When the recorder is in bookmark mode, it automatically memorizes the last stop position as a [Playback Position]. Even the recorder is stopped while a file is being played back, the last stop position is recalled from the file, and the file can be played back from that position next time.
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Bookmark mode Forwarding Press and hold the 9 button while the recorder is stopped. ➥ When you release the button, the recorder stops, but the Playback Position will not be updated. Press the PLAY or OK button to start playing back from where it was stopped. Press and hold the 9 button while playing a file.
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Locating the Beginning of the File Press the 9 button during playback, slow playback, or fast playback. ➥ Press the 0 button during playback, slow playback, or fast playback. ➥ Press the 0 button 2 times during playback, slow playback or fast playback.
(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-61 or DS-71) and click the [Install] button.
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.
Loading Audible Content When the dialog box is displayed, check the name of the device in use (DS-61 or DS-71) and click the [OK] button. Installation starts. Wait until the process has been completed. Once the installation has been completed, AudibleManager restarts.
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.
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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 •...
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.
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.
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. ➥...
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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.
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.
(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 ( P70). illegally.
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. Will not start The recorder is in HOLD mode. The batteries are dead. Unable to Low remaining internal memory.
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Troubleshooting Symptom Unable to set The maximum number of marks has been index marks, reached. tempmarks The file is locked. The file is read-only. Wrong folder. Cannot find the recorded voice The recorder The clock has not been set properly. does not start at the set time with [Timer Rec] or...
(ø3.5) or monaural mini plug (ø2.5) are also enclosed. Exclusive remote control: RS29 Special remote control for the DS-61 and DS-71. Remotely controls the recorder’s recording/stop functions. If the supplied stereo microphone (ME55S) is plugged in, it can be used as a remote control stereo microphone.
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* Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. * Battery life is measured by Olympus. It varies greatly according to the type of batteries used and the conditions of use. DS-71 (4GB)
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 N Technical Hotline Number in Europe...
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Cet appareil numérique ne dépasse pas les limites de Catégorie B pour les émissions de bruit radio émanant d’appareils numériques, tel que prévu dans les Règlements sur l’Interférence Radio du Département Canadien des Communications. DS-61/71 DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER OLYMPUS IMAGING AMERICA INC. 3500 Corporate Parkway, P.O. Box 610, Center Valley, PA 18034-0610, U.S.A. 1-888-553-4448...
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