Page 1 RECORDER DM-4 DM-2 DETAILED 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 • 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 reason is excluded.
Page 3 The software in this product includes third party software. Any third party software is subject to the terms and conditions, imposed by the owners or licensers of that software, under which such software is provided to you. Those terms and conditions are shown below. PCRE LICENCE: PCRE is a library of functions to support regular expressions whose syntax and semantics are as close as possible to those of the Perl 5 language.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Introduction Safety precautions ... 8 Caution for usage environment ... 8 Handling the recorder ... 9 Battery handling precautions ...10 AC adapter ...11 LCD monitor ...12 1 Getting started Main features ... 13 Identification of parts ... 16 [Home] menu display ...17 [Recorder] mode display ...18 [Music] [Podcast] mode display ...19...
Page 5 File search display operations of the [Recorder] folder ... 55 Opening the file search display from the [Music] folder ... 57 File search display operations of the [Music] folder ... 58 Erasing ... 61 Erasing from the file display ...61 Erasing from the file list display ...
Page 6 Installing software ...125 Uninstalling software ...127 Using online help ...128 Running Olympus Sonority ...129 Window names (Olympus Sonority) ...130 Download voice files from the recorder ...132 Play a voice file ...134 Using the waveform editing function ...135 Using the one-touch effect function ...135 Upload voice files to the recorder ...136...
Page 7 Loading Audible content ...169 Installing AudibleManager ...169 Adding device to AudibleManager ...170 Purchasing Audible content ...170 Transferring Audible content ...171 Enjoy Audible content with the recorder ...172 Audible mode ...172 Playback position and section ...173 Operating recorder in Audible mode ...174 USB Microphone/USB Speaker ...176 Using as external memory of the PC ...176 8 Other information...
Page 8: Safety Precautions
Safety precautions 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. To protect yourself and others from personal injury or damage to property, it is essential that you always read the warnings and information provided. f Danger If the product is used without observing the information given...
Page 9: Handling The Recorder
Recorded content in memory may be destroyed or erased by operating mistakes, unit malfunction, or during repair work. It is recommended to back up and save important content to other media such as a computer hard disk. 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. Handling the recorder f Warning: • Do not use the recorder near flammable or explosive gases. • Keep young children and infants away from the recorder. Always use and store the recorder out of the reach of young children and infants...
Page 10: Battery Handling Precautions
This may damage your skin. At low temperatures, handle the recorder while wearing gloves. Battery handling precautions Follow these important guidelines to prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, burning, exploding, or causing electrical shocks or burns. f Danger: • The recorder uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Charge the battery with the specified AC adapter or charger. Do not use any other AC adapters or chargers. • Batteries should never be exposed to flame, heated, short- circuited or disassembled. • Never heat or incinerate batteries. • Take precautions when carrying...
Page 11: Ac Adapter
• If you notice anything unusual when using this product such as abnormal noise, heat, smoke, or a burning odor: 1 remove the battery immediately while being careful not to burn yourself, and; 2 call your dealer or local Olympus representative for service. f Caution: • Please recycle batteries to help save our planet’s resources. When you throw away dead batteries, be sure to cover their terminals and always observe local laws and regulations. • Always charge a battery when using it for the first time, or if it has not been used for a long period.
Page 12: Lcd Monitor
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 13: Getting Started
In addition, when connected to an external device, the recorder can encode incoming analog audio signals without a PC (☞ P.46). s Supports high capacity recording media. Besides the 8GB (DM-4) or 4GB (DM-2) built-in memory, you can also record onto a commercially- available microSD card (☞ P.31). You can playback WAV, WMA, and MP3 format files transferred from a computer in addition to files recorded by the device itself. You can enjoy music at any time.
Page 14 USB microphone or USB speaker (☞ P. 176). s The “Olympus Sonority” can be upgraded to a “Olympus Sonority”, which is equipped with enhanced functionality (Option) (☞ P.146). In addition to the “Olympus Sonority” functions, editing of MP3 files and creation of music CDs can be performed. s This recorder is compatible with USB 2.0, enabling fast data transfer to a computer. s It has a USB charging function...
Page 15 It is compatible with Audio Book (☞ P.167). s It is compatible with Podcasting (☞ P.137). If favorite Podcast URLs are registered in the “Olympus Sonority”, the latest broadcasting content will be received automatically. Open the [Podcast] folder on the recorder to quickly listen to the program (file) transferred from the “Olympus Sonority”.
Page 16: Identification Of Parts
Identification of parts STOP • Remove the screen protector on the display. 1 MIC (Microphone) jack 2 Built-in stereo microphone 3 LED indicator light 4 VOICE button (For DM-4) HOME button (For DM-2) 5 POWER/HOLD switch 6 Strap hole 7 Display(LCD Panel) 8 REC (Record) button 9 9 button 0 `OK button (Play/Set) ! Fn button (F1/F2/F3) @ STOP button # + button $ 0 button % – button ^ Built-in speaker & EAR (Earphone) jack * Card cover ( Battery cover ) USB connector - Power jack &...
Page 17: [Home] Menu Display
Podcast “Olympus Sonority” software (☞ P.137). Manages DAISY books (☞ P.142) (For DM-4) and Audio Books (☞ P.167) transferred to this recorder using the supplied “Olympus Audiobooks Sonority” software. Also manages text files (☞ P.168) (For DM-4) directly transferred to this recorder.
Page 18: [Recorder] Mode Display
[Recorder] mode display Recording display 1 File name 2 Folder name 3 Current file number/ Total number of recorded files in the list 4 Recorder status indicator 5 Level meter 6 Index indicator 7 Function guide indicator 8 Current time 9 Recording mode indicator 0 Elapsed recording time ! Remaining recording time [h][g] Memory indicator [j] Timer indicator [i] Alarm indicator [k] Battery indicator [ ] Microphone Sensitivity indicator [Z] VCVA indicator [c] Low Cut Filter indicator Playback display 1 File name 2 Folder name/Keyword/Date 3 Current file number/Total number of recorded files in the list 4 Playback position bar indicator 5 Recorder status indicator 6 Index indicator/File information indicator...
Page 19: [Music] [Podcast] Mode Display
[Music] [Podcast] mode display Music playback display 1 File name 2 Search category 3 Current file number/ Total number of recorded files in the list 4 Playback position bar indicator 5 Recorder status indicator 6 Information display area 7 Function guide indicator 8 Current time 9 File format 0 File length ! Elapsed playback time Identification of parts Podcast playback display 1 File name 2 Program name 3 Current file number/ Total number of recorded files in the folder 4 Playback position bar indicator 5 Recorder status indicator 6 Information display area 7 Function guide indicator 8 Current time 9 File format 0 File length ! Elapsed playback time...
Page 20: [Audiobooks] Mode Display
[Audiobooks] mode display DAISY playback display (For DM-4) 1 Table of contents indicator 2 Contents name 3 Playback position bar indicator 4 Recorder status indicator 5 Text display area 6 Function guide indicator 7 Current time 8 File format 9 File length 0 Elapsed playback time Audio book playback display 1 File name 2 Contents name 3 Current file number/Total number of recorded files in the folder 4 Playback position bar indicator 5 Recorder status indicator 6 Information display area 7 Function guide indicator 8 Current time 9 File format 0 File length ! Elapsed playback time Identification of parts...
Page 21: [Audio Diary] Mode Display
[Audiobooks] mode display Text playback display (For DM-4) 1 File name 2 Folder name 3Playback position bar indicator 4 Recorder status indicator 5 Text display area 6 Function guide indicator 7 Current time 8 File format Identification of parts [Audio Diary] mode display Calendar display 1 Title indicator 2 Year and month 3 Calendar display area 4 Schedule information display area ] Voice memos number indicator ] Events number indicator ] Recorded files number indicator 5 Function guide indicator 6 Current time 7 Day registered in schedule 8 Current day...
Page 22: Power Supply
Inserting the battery This recorder uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus (LI-50B). Do not use any other type of battery. 1 W h i l e p u s h i n g d ow n o n t h e...
Page 23: Charge The Battery
In this case, lower the volume of the recorder. • When replacing rechargeable battery, be sure to use lithium ion battery (LI-50B) specified by Olympus. The use of other manufacturers' products can damage the recorder and should be avoided. Power supply...
Page 24: Charging By Connecting To A
Notes • Do not put in or take out the battery or AC adapter when the recorder power is on or when this recorder is connected to another device. It may cause problems with the values and functions set in the recorder. •...
Page 25: Connect To The Usb Connecting Ac Adapter
Connect to the USB connecting AC adapter (optional) to charge It can be charged by connecting to the USB connecting AC adapter (A514) (optional). Before connecting the AC adapter, switch the USB Connection setting to [AC] (☞ P.96). 1 Plug the AC adapter into AC outlet.
Page 26 Battery indicator The battery indicator on the display changes as the battery loses power. • When [m] appears on the display, charging the battery as soon as possible. When the battery is too weak, [n] and [Battery Low] appears on the display, the recorder shuts down.
Page 27: Turning On/Off The Power
2 seconds or longer. • The LED light will light up then power will be turned on and the display will turn on showing the OLYMPUS logo. • When the home screen is displayed, you can operate the recorder. The home screen will appear after [Please Wait] appears on the screen.
Page 28: Hold
HOLD If you bring the POWER/HOLD switch to the HOLD position, the current conditions will be preserved, and all buttons and switches will be disabled. This feature is useful when the recorder has to be carried in a bag or pocket. Also, you can stop to prevent accident during recording.
Page 29: Setting Time And Date [Time & Date]
Setting time and date [Time & Date] If you set the time and date beforehand, the information when the file is recorded is automatically stored for each file. Setting the time and date beforehand enables easier file management. When you use this recorder for the first time after purchasing, or when you switch it on after removing the batteries for more than 15 minutes when exchanging batteries etc, the...
Page 30: Changing The Time And Date
Changing the time and date If the current time and date is not correct, set it using the procedure below. The voice control function can be used with this setting (☞ P.116) (For DM-4). 1 Select [Time & Date] from the menu on the [System Menu]. • For details on how to enter the menu settings, please see “Menu setting method”...
Page 31: Inserting And Ejecting A Microsd Card
Inserting and ejecting a microSD card The “microSD” indicated in the instruction manual refers to both microSD and microSDHC. This recorder can be used with commercially available microSD cards as well as the built-in memory. Inserting a microSD card 1 While the recorder is during stop mode, open the card cover.
Page 32: Ejecting A Microsd Card
In this case, format the microSD card (☞ P.97). • There is no guarantee that all microSD cards work with the recorder. • See the Olympus support homepage for a list of microSD cards verified for this recorder in accordance with the Olympus standards.
Page 33: Notes On The Folders
File names will be automatically created for files recorded by this recorder. 1 User ID: The user ID name that has been set on the Digital Voice Recorder. The user ID can be changed in the Olympus Sonority. 2 Recording date: The recording date is displayed using six digits.
Page 34: About The Folder For Music Playback
About the folder for music playback When transferring music files to the device using Windows Media Player, a folder is automatically created within the [Music] folder which has a layered structure as shown in the diagram below. Folder configuration image First layer Music •...
Page 35: About The Folder For Podcast Contents
A [Podcast] folder to store podcasts is prepared in advance. Programs (files) transmitted from the “Olympus Sonority” can be played. With the recorder stopped, open the [Podcast] folder at the [Home] menu to display a list of files and folders stored in the folder.
Page 36: About The Folder For Electronic Book
About the folder for electronic book contents and text files A folder to store electronic book files such as DAISY content and audiobooks is prepared in advance. Electronic book files that have been transferred to the recorder can be listened to. Furthermore, a folder to manage text data imported to the recorder is also prepared in advance.
Page 37 Folder configuration image First layer Contents Audio Book Screen display Book list display example Folder configuration image First layer Text Speech Data Screen display Book list display example Notes on the folders Second layer Folder • It can be stored a total of 999 files and folders in the each folders of [Audio Book] folder. •...
Page 38: About The Folder For Audible Contents
About the folder for Audible contents Audible files can be redirected from the Audible website to the recorder using the AudibleManager (☞ P.169) or Windows Media Player. When redirecting Audible files to this recorder using the AudibleManager, an [Audible] folder for playing Audible files will automatically be created in the [Audiobooks] folder, and the files stored there.
Page 39: About The Folder For Picture
About the folder for picture A folder to store images imported from a connected digital camera is prepared in advance. The [IMAGE] folder is managed by the dates images were taken. For “Viewing images” please see ☞ P.112. Folder configuration image First layer IMAGE Date Date...
Page 40: Basic Operations
Recording Settings relating to Recording Various recording settings can be made to match the recording environment (☞ P.68 to P.71). [Rec Menu] Setting Items: [Mic Sense] Sets the sensitivity of the (☞ P.68) built-in stereo microphone. [Rec Mode] Sets the recording rate for (☞ P.68) each recording format.
Page 41: Specifying A Keyword Before Recording
3 Press the STOP button to stop recording. a File length Specifying a keyword before recording A keyword that matches the contents to be recorded can be specified before recording starts. This function is very useful for classifying recordings by keywords. 1 In the Folder list display, press F1(SEARCH) to show the Keyword search display (☞ P.54).
Page 42 Notes • When a microSD card is inserted in the recorder, be sure to confirm the recording media as either [Built-in] or [microSD] so that there is no mistake (☞ P.77). • If the REC button is pressed when a function other than the record function is specified, [Cannot record in this folder] is displayed.
Page 43 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 recording monitor volume can be adjusted by pressing the + or − button. Connect the earphone to the EAR jack on the recorder.
Page 44: Recommended Settings By Recording Condition
Recommended settings by recording condition The recorder is initially set to the [ST XQ] mode so that you can make high quality stereo recordings immediately after purchasing it. The various functions relating to recording can be configured in detail to suit the recording conditions. The following table shows the standard recording settings with the recording environment as an example.
Page 45: Recording From External Microphone
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. Do not plug and unplug devices into the recorder’s jack while it is recording. Recording with external microphone: Connect an external microphone to...
Page 46 Recording the sound of other devices with this recorder: The sound can be recorded when connecting to the audio output terminal (earphone jack) of the other device, and the MIC jack of the recorder with the connecting cord KA333 (optional) for dubbing. To audio output terminal of other devices To MIC...
Page 47: Playback
Playback The recorder can playback WAV, MP3 and WMA format files. Settings relating to playback A playback mode can be selected to match your objectives and preferences (☞ P.72 to P.74). [Play Menu] Setting Items: If recorded audio is difficult to understand because of [Noise Cancel] noisy surroundings, adjust...
Page 48 Forwarding While the recorder is during stop mode, press and hold the 9 button. • If you release the button, it will stop. Press the `OK button to start playback from where it was stopped. While the recorder is during playback mode, press and hold the 9 button. • When you release the button the recorder will resume normal playback. •...
Page 49 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. To EAR jack Notes • To avoid irritation to the ear, insert the earphone after turning down the volume level.
Page 50: Playback Position Mode
Playback Position mode The recorder has a playback position mode to automatically bookmark the latest position where you previously stopped playback for files transferred to the [Podcast] and [Audiobooks] (DAISY, Audible, Audio Book, TextSpeech) folders. 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.
Page 51 Rewinding While the recorder is during stop mode, press and hold the 0 button. ➥ When you release the button, the recorder stops. The Playback position is updated. If the `OK button is pressed, playback starts from this position. While the recorder is during playback mode, press and hold the 0 button. ➥ When you release the button the recorder will resume normal playback. •...
Page 52: Setting An Index Mark
Setting an index mark If index marks are placed, you can quickly find a location you want to listen to in fast forward and fast rewind and when cuing a file. This operation can be performed when the [INDEX] function has been assigned to a Fn button (F1 or F) (☞ P.77). 1 Press the Fn (INDEX) button during file recording, recording pause, playing, or playback pause.
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. This operation can be performed when the [A-B] function has been assigned to a Fn button (F1 or F) (☞ P.77). 1 To start playback, select a file that has a segment you would like to playback repeatedly, and then press the `OK button (☞ P.54 to P.60).
Page 54: File Search
File search This recorder manages recorded files and music files imported from a personal computer using a database. Files are automatically sorted using items such as date and keyword, which makes searching for files easier. Opening the file search display from the [Recorder] folder File search type: The folder system (Folder A...
Page 55: [Recorder] Folder
File search display operations of the [Recorder] folder When searching using the [Browse] search Specify a folder to search for files recorded by this recorder. 1 Press the + or – button to select folder, and then press the `OK or 9 button. 2 Press the + or –...
Page 56 When searching using the [Keyword] search Search for files recorded by this recorder using a keyword. Files recorded by this recorder can be tagged using a keyword for file management purposes (☞ P.76). 1 Press the + or – button to select keyword, and then press the `OK or 9 button.
Page 57: Music] Folder
Opening the file search display from the [Music] folder File search type: [Artist] Search Files are searched for from a (☞ P.58) list of artists. [Album] Search Files are searched for from a (☞ P.59) list of album names. [All Music] Files are searched for from a Search (☞ P.58) list of all songs.
Page 58: [Music] Folder
File search display operations of the [Music] folder When searching using the [Artist] search Search for a specific artist. 1 Press the + or – button to select artist, and then press the `OK or 9 button. 2 Press the + or – button to select album or song, and then press the `OK or 9 button.
Page 59 When searching using the [Album] search Search by specific album. 1 Press the + or – button to select album, and then press the `OK or 9 button. 2 Press the + or – button to select song, and then press the `OK or 9 button. •...
Page 60 When searching using the [Browse] search Browse directly from a list of all files and folders in the [Music] folder. 1 Press the + or – button to select a song to be played or to select an artist, and then press the `OK or 9 button.
Page 61: Erasing
Erasing A selected file can be erased from a folder. It is also possible to erase a selected folder or all files in a folder. Erasing from the file display 1 In the File list display, press the F (MENU) button. • Files cannot be erased during playback. 2 Press the + or − button to select [r Erase], and then press the `OK or 9 button.
Page 62: Erasing From The File List Display
Erasing from the file list display 1 Select the file to erased from the file list display. 2 While the recorder is during stop mode, press the F (ERASE) button. 3 Press the + or − button to select [File Erase], and then press the `OK or 9 button. 4 Press the + button to select [Start], and then press the `OK button. • The display changes to [Erase!] and erasing will start. [Erase Done] is displayed when the file is erased. Erasing...
Page 63: Erasing All Files In A Folder
Erasing all files in a folder 1 Select the folder to be erased from the folder list display, and then press the `OK or 9 button (☞ P.54 to P.60). 2 While the recorder is during stop mode, press the F (ERASE) button. 3 Press the + or − button to select [Erase in Folder], and then press the `OK or 9 button. 4 Press the + button to select [Start], and then press the `OK button. • The display changes to [Erase!] and erasing will start. [Erase Done] is displayed when the file is erased. Erasing...
Page 64: Erasing A Folder
Erasing a folder 1 Select the folder to be erased from the folder list display (☞ P.54 to P.60). 2 In the folder list display, press the F (ERASE) button. 3 Press the + or − button to select [r Erase], and then press the `OK or 9 button. 4 Press the + button to select [Start], and then press the `OK button. • The display changes to [Erase!] and erasing will start. [Erase Done] is displayed when the file is erased. Erasing...
Page 65: Partially Erase A File
Partially erase a file Only a PCM file recorded in the recorder can be partially erased. This operation can be performed when the [Erase] function has been assigned to a Fn button (F1 or F) (☞ P.77). 1 Play the file you want to partial erase. • Forward a file to the position that shall be erased. If the file is long, use the 9 button to move to the position you want to delete.
Page 66: Menu Setting
Menu setting method You can set the various functions of this recorder. You can set each menu item as follows. Making settings from [Preferences] on the [Home] menu display From menu on the [Home] menu display, following settings can be made: [Rec Menu], [Play Menu], [LCD/Sound Menu] and [System Menu].
Page 67: Performing Menu Settings During
Performing menu settings during recording, playback, and stop modes Menu settings can be performed while this recorder is being operated. In addition to [Rec Menu] and [Play Menu] settings, [File Menu] settings for file management can also be performed from the menu during operation. 1 While the recorder is recording, playing back, paused, and stopped, press the F (MENU) button.
Page 68: G Rec Menu
G Rec Menu Mic Sense Microphone sensitivity is adjustable to meet recording needs. 1 Select [Mic Sense] from the menu on the [Rec Menu]. 2 Select [High], [Middle] or [Low]. [High]: Highest recording sensitivity suitable for conferences with large crowds and recording audio at a distance or low volume. [Middle]: Suitable for recording meetings and seminars with a small number of people.
Page 69 Adjust the recording level: 1 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]. Set the recording level to [Manual] to use the recording level adjustment feature. • When the unit is set to [Manual], the limiter function will be disabled.
Page 70 Low Cut 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. 1 Select [Low Cut Filter] from the menu on the [Rec Menu]. 2 Select [On] or [Off]. [On]: Enables the Low Cut Filter function.
Page 71 • The start/stop actuation level also varies depending on the selected microphone sensitivity mode (☞ P.68). • If the starting level is not adjusted within 2 seconds, the display will return to the previous. • To ensure successful recordings, prior testing and adjustment of the start/stop actuation level is recommended.
Page 72: G Play Menu
G Play Menu Noise Cancel If recorded audio is difficult to understand because of noisy surroundings, adjust the Noise Cancel setting level. 1 Select [Noise Cancel] from the menu on the [Play Menu]. 2 Select [High], [Low] or [Off]. [High] [Low]: Enables the Noise Cancel function. Noise will be reduced in the file when it’s played back for better sound quality.
Page 73 Repeat The repeat playback settings can be set as desired. 1 Select [Repeat] from the menu on the [Play Menu]. 2 Select [1 File], [List] or [Off]. [1 File]: A single file is played repeatedly. [List]: The displayed file list is played repeatedly. [Off]: Disables this function. Performing settings with Fn buttons: This operation can be performed when the [Repeat] function has...
Page 74 Play Speed The playback speed of the file can be changed between [50%] and [600%] times speed. 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 75: G Lcd/Sound Menu
G LCD/Sound Menu Backlight The display will remain lit for about 10 (Initial setting) seconds when a button on the recorder is pressed. 1 Select [Backlight] from the menu on the [LCD/Sound Menu]. 2 Select [Lighting Time], [Dim light Time] or [Brightness]. When [Lighting Time] is selected: [5 seconds] [10 seconds] [30 seconds] [1minute] [Always On] When [Dim light Time] is selected: [30 seconds] [1minute] [2minute] [5minute] [Always On]...
Page 76: G File Menu
G File Menu Keyword Voice files recorded by this recorder can be tagged with a keyword for file management. File lists can be created by keyword file searches (☞ P.56). 1 Select the file you want to tag with a keyword (☞ P.54 to P.60). 2 Select [Keyword] from the menu on the [File Menu]. 3 Press the + or − button to select the desired keyword, and then press the `OK button.
Page 77: G System Menu
Property File and folder information can be confirmed from the menu display. 1 Select the file or folder with information you want to view in advance (☞ P.54 to P.60). 2 Select [Property] from the menu on the [File Menu]. 3 Set the property. When the file is selected: [Name] (File name), [Date] (Time stamp), [Size] (File size), [Bit Rate]* [Artist]* (Artist name) and [Album]* (Album name) will appear on the display. *1 When a linear PCM format file has been selected, [Bit Rate] area displays the sampling frequency and...
Page 78 System Standby The system standby mode allows you to switch off the display without turning off the power, while the recorder is not operated. 1 Select [System Standby] from the menu on the [System Menu]. 2 Select the [On] or [Off]. [On]: System standby will be set. [Off]: Disables this function. •...
Page 79 [Rec Level] [Auto] [Zoom Mic] [Off] [Low Cut Filter] [Off] [VCVA] [On/Off] [Off] [Standby] [Off] [Rec Scene] [Off] [Timer Rec] [Off] [Folder Name] [Initial setting] Play Menu: [Noise Cancel] [Off] [EUPHONY] [Off] [Voice Filter] [Off] [Repeat] [Off] [Random] [Off] [Play Speed] [100] [Skip Space] [Forward Skip] [File Skip] [Reverse Skip] [File Skip] [Play Scene] [Off] LCD/Sound Menu: [Backlight] [Lighting Time] [10seconds] [Dim light time] [30seconds]...
Page 80: G Book Menu
Memory Info. The recordable capacity remaining and overall capacity of the recording media can be seen from the menu display. • When no microSD card is inserted only information for the built-in memory will seen. • The domain area which uses the administrative files which the recorder uses is included in the remaining capacity for the recording media.
Page 81 Skip mode list: Denotes chapters, sec- tions, paragraphs, etc. in DAISY contents. [Section] Example: [Level 1] is equiv- (Level1~6) alent to chapters, [Level 2] is equivalent to sections, and [Level 3] is equivalent to paragraphs. A portion within a section is called a group.
Page 82: Setting The Recording Scene [Rec Scene]
Setting the recording scene [Rec Scene] The recording setting can be selected from the [Dictation], [Conference], [Lecture] templates to suit the recording scene or situation. You can also save a recording setting of your choice. 1 Select [Rec Scene] from the menu on the [Rec Menu]. •...
Page 83: 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], [Start Time], [Stop Time], [Rec Mode], [Mic Sense], [Memory Select], [Folder], and [Keyword]). 1 Select [Timer Rec] from the menu on the [Rec Menu].
Page 84 Select [Every Week] and press the `OK button to move to the selection of [Day]. Press the + or – button to select a day of the week. 2 Press the `OK button to exit [Day] selection. [Start Time] and [Stop Time] setting: The voice control function can be used with this setting (☞ P.116) (For DM-4).
Page 85 [Memory Select] setting: 1Press the + or – button to select the destination to save to (Memory). 2Press the `OK button to exit [Memory Select] setting selection. [Folder] setting: 1Press the + or – button to select the destination to save to (Folder). 2Press the `OK button to exit [Folder] setting selection.
Page 86: Setting The Playback Scene [Play Scene]
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 is turned off or the recorder is put on Hold, timer recording will start at a specified time.
Page 87: Guidance [Voice Guide]
• After purchase, all the settings from 1 to 5 of [User Setting] are the same (initial settings). Register the user settings in the [Scene Save] then select playback scene. • To confirm the respective playback scene settings, press the + or – button in the [Scene Select] display to select the item you want to confirm, then press the 9 button to confirm in...
Page 88 [File Guide] setting: Provides voice guidance for file tag information. 1Press the + or – button to select between [On] and [Off]. [On]: [File Guide] will be provided. [Off]: Guidance will be canceled. 2Press the `OK button to exit [File Guide] selection. [Speed] setting: Sets the voice guidance speed. 1Press the + or –...
Page 89: 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 Sound] and [Playback File]). 1 Select [Alarm] from the menu on the [Play Menu].
Page 90 Select [Every Week] and press the `OK or 9 button to move to the selection of [Day]. Press the + or – button to select a day of the week. 2Press the `OK button to exit [Day] selection. [Start Time] setting: The voice control function can be used with this setting (☞ P.116) (For DM-4).
Page 91 [Playback File] setting: 1 Press the + or – button to select from [No File Play], [File Select]. [No File Play]: Sounds alarm only. If [No File Play] has been selected, proceed to the procedure listed under “Completing the setting”. [File Select]: Plays back a selected file after the alarm. When [File Select] is selected: 1 Press the + or −...
Page 92 Programmed settings will be applied and the display will return to the preset number selection menu. If the [On/Off] setting is set to [On], [i] will appear on the display. a When setting to [On] To set other preset numbers, repeat the above mentioned procedure.
Page 93: Moving/Copying Files [File Move/Copy]
Moving/Copying files [File Move/Copy] Files saved in the built-in memory or the microSD card can be moved or copied within the memory. Files can also be moved or copied between memory. 1 Select the folder where the file you want to move or copy is saved (☞ P.54 to P.60). 2 Select [File Move/Copy] from the menu on the [File Menu]. •...
Page 94 When you select [Selected files]: 1 Press the + or − button to select the file you want to move or copy. 2 Press the `OK button to check the file(s) selected. 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 until all the files you want to move/copy are selected then press the F2 (GO) button.
Page 95: Dividing Files [File Divide]
Dividing files [File Divide] Files with large capacities and long recording times can be divide so that they are easier to manage and edit. Only PCM and MP3 files recorded on this recorder can be divide. 1 Select the file you want to divide (☞ P.54 to P.60). 2 Start Playback or fast-forward the file, and stop the playback at divide position. • In the file display, the stop position becomes the divide position.
Page 96: Changing The Usb Class [Usb Settings]
Changing the USB Class [USB Settings] Besides settings such as [PC], which is using the USB cable provided to connect to the PC to transmit files, etc. and [AC Adapter], which is connecting the USB Connecting AC Adapter (A514) (optional) for charging. 1 Select [USB Settings] from the menu on the [System Menu].
Page 97: Formatting The Recorder [Format]
5 Press the `OK button to complete the setting. 6 Press the F (HOME) button to close the menu display. • When this recorder is connected to the computer for the first time under [Storage] or [Composite], the driver will be installed automatically to the computer. The display will show [Remote] when the recorder is connected to the PC.
Page 98 4 Press the + button again to select [Start], and then press the `OK button. • Formatting begins and [Formatting !] flashes on the display. • [Format Done] appears when formatting ends. Notes • When an microSD card is inserted in the recorder, be sure to confirm the recording media as either [Built-in] or [microSD] so that there is no mistake (☞...
Page 99: Schedule Settings [Audio Diary]
Schedule settings [Audio Diary] The recorder has a scheduling function. Besides simple scheduling, it is also possible to register voice memos in the desired date using the voice recording function. Displaying the calendar 1 From the [Home] menu display select [F Audio Diary], and then press the `OK or 9 button. • A monthly calendar display is displayed.
Page 100: Operations At The Calendar Display
Operations at the calendar display Operations at the monthly display: The display returns to the [F1] button [Home] menu display. Changes the month that is displayed. At the popup [F2] button menu display, press the + or - button to select the previous or next month.
Page 101: Add A Schedule
Add a schedule Adds a schedule. It is possible to register a schedule’s starting/ending time, its frequency, the schedule’s keywords and the voice keywords recorded using the voice recording function. 1 From the calendar display, press the 9, 0, + or − button to select the date to which you want to add a schedule, and then press the F (MENU) button.
Page 102 [Repeat] setting: 1 Press the + or − button to select the item to set, and then press the `OK button. • You can specify the event frequency from [One Time], [Everyday], [Every Week], [Every Month], and [Every Year]. [Keyword] setting: The voice control function can be used with this setting (☞ P.116) (For DM-4). 1 Press the + or – button to select the desired keyword, and then press the `OK button.
Page 103 • Moving the cursor to [Voice keyword] in the schedule’s details display will make the voice keyword playback automatically. [Alarm] setting: 1 Press the + or − button to select [Alarm] setting, and then press the `OK button. [Off]: Disables this function. [1] to [3]: Select the alarm sound for the alarm notification.
Page 104: Registering A Voice Memo
Registering a voice memo It is possible to register a voice memo in the selected date using the voice recording function. When registering from the monthly display: 1 From the calendar display, press the 9, 0, + or − buttons to choose the date you want to register into, and then press the REC button. • The voice memo recording starts. 2 Press the STOP button to stop recording.
Page 105 When registering from the daily display: 1 From the daily display screen, press the + or – button to move the cursor to a voice memo, and then press the REC button. • The voice memo recording starts. 2 Press the STOP button to stop recording. • The number of registered voice memo will be displayed. Schedule settings [Audio Diary] Notes • It is possible to register up to 99 voice memos per day.
Page 106: Playing Audio Files From The
Playing audio files from the schedule list display In case of audio files recorded with the recorder, an icon will be displayed in the schedule list display according to their recording date and time. It is possible to playback audio files from the schedule list display.
Page 107: Editing The Schedule
Editing the schedule The details of scheduled events can be edited. 1 From the calendar display, press the 9, 0, + or − button to select the day of the event you want to edit, and then press the `OK button. 2 Press the + or − button to select the event you want to edit, and then press the F (MENU) button.
Page 108: Deleting A Schedule
Deleting a schedule Delete the contents of a scheduled event. 1 From the calendar display, press the 9, 0, + or − button to select the day of the event you want to delete, and then press the `OK button. 2 Press the + or − button to select the event you want to delete, and then press the F (MENU) button. 3 Select [F Audio DiaryMenu], and then press the `OK or 9 button.
Page 109: Deleting A Voice Memo
• The selected number of events will be deleted. Notes • Although events are deleted, recorded audio files data and the event list display icon ( ) will be kept. To know more about audio files deletion, please refer to “Erasing”...
Page 110 3 Press the F(ERASE) button. 4 Press the + or – buttons to choose the number of events to delete, and press the `OK or 9 button. Deletes a selected voice 1 file memo. Deletes the voice memos A day registered in the selected day. Deletes the voice memos A month registered in the selected month. 5 Press the + button to select [Start], and then press the `OK button. Schedule settings [Audio Diary] •...
Page 111: Formatting The Schedule
Formatting the schedule Register to remove all the contents of schedule to initialize. 1 From the [Home] menu display select [F Audio Diary], and then press the `OK or 9 button. 2 In the calendar display, press the F (MENU) button. 3 Select [F Audio DiaryMenu], and then press the `OK or 9 button. 4 Press the + or − button to select [Format], and then press the `OK or 9 button. Schedule settings [Audio Diary] 5 Press the + button to select [Start], and then press the `OK button.
Page 112: Viewing Images (For Dm-4)
Viewing images (For DM-4) This recorder can connect to a digital camera and import images. The recorder can connect to digital cameras that support storage (USB storage class). You can use the provided USB connection cable. Importing images 1 From the [Home] menu display, select [E Picture], and then press the `OK or 9 button. 2 Press the + or − button to select [Import], and then press the `OK or 9 button. 3 Press the + or − button to select [microSD] or [USB], and then press the `OK or 9 button to set (complete) the media you want to import.
Page 113: Viewing Images
Viewing images 1 From the [Home] menu display, select [E Picture], and then press the `OK or 9 button. 2 Press the + or − button to select [Browse], and then press the `OK or 9 button. 3 Press the + or − button to select [Built-in], [microSD] or [USB], and then press the `OK or 9 button. Viewing images (For DM-) 4 Select [IMAGE] folder, and then press the `OK or 9 button. • Dates on which images were taken are displayed as a list. 5 Press the + or − button to select a date images were taken, and then press the `OK or 9 button.
Page 114: Erasing A Images
7 Press the 9 or 0 button to move to the next image file. Note • Only JPEG files that support the EXIF image format can be displayed by the recorder. Viewing images (For DM-) Erasing a images 1 From the [Home] menu display, select [E Picture], and then press the `OK or 9 button. 2 Press the + or − button to select [Browse], and then press the `OK or 9 button. 3 Press the + or − button to select [Built-in], [microSD] or [USB], and then press the `OK or 9 button.
Page 115 4 Select [IMAGE] folder, and then press the `OK or 9 button. • Dates on which images were taken are displayed as a list. 5 Press the + or − button to select a date images were taken, and then press the `OK or 9 button. 6 Press the + or − button to select the image file you want to erase, and then press the F (ERASE) button. Viewing images (For DM-) 7 Press the + or − button to select [File Erase], and then press the `OK or 9 button. 8 Press the + button to select [Start], and then press the `OK button. • The display changes to [Erase!] and erasing will start.
Page 116: Using Voice Recognition (For Dm-4)
Using voice recognition (For DM-4) This recorder is equipped with a voice recognition function. This function allows complicated key inputs such as date and time settings, keyword entry, and folder name changes to be performed by voice. In addition, it is possible to use voice command shortcuts to jump to the various modes and menu settings of the [Home] menu display.
Page 117: Using Voice Commands
Using voice commands 1 While the recorder is paused at the [Home] menu display, press the VOICE button and say a voice command word. • Voice commands cannot be used when [Recorder] mode is running or during an operation. Voice commands list: Recorder Music Picture...
Page 118: Importing Daisy Contents
Importing DAISY contents The recorder can be connected to CD-ROM drives with built-in USB connector to directly import content. The recorder can be connected to CD players supporting storage (USB storage class). To do this, you can use the provided USB connection cable. Before starting to import, insert the DAISY content CD into the CD-ROM drive. 1 From the [Home] menu display, select [D Audiobooks], and then press the `OK or 9 button.
Page 119: Using The Olympus Sonority
WMA or MP3 files on your PC can be transferred and played back on this recorder (☞ P.151). • If an upgrade (Option) to the “Olympus Sonority Plus” is executed or a Music Editing Plug-in is added (Option), various additional functions can be utilized (☞...
Page 120: Operating Environment
• Any failure on a self-modified PC will not be covered under the operational warranty. Macintosh: • Some functions in "Olympus Sonority" require QuickTime 7.2 and above. The latest version of QuickTime can be obtained from the MacOS Software Update.
Page 121: Connecting To Your Pc
Connecting to your PC Connecting to your PC Windows Macintosh 1 Turn the recorder’s power ON. 2 Connect the USB connection cable to the USB port of the PC. 3 Make sure that the recorder is stopped, and then connect the USB cable to the connecting port on the bottom of this recorder. • [Remote (Storage)] is displayed on recorder if the USB cable is connected. • When the recorder is using the USB connection setting, it will not be connected to the PC when [AC] is selected.
Page 122: Disconnecting From Your Pc
Disconnecting from your PC Windows 1 Click [ ] on the task bar located at the lower-right corner of the screen. Click [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device]. • The drive letter will differ depending on the PC being used. 2 Confirm that the recorder LED indicator light is gone before disconnecting the USB cable. • The LED indicator light will light up (orange) in case of charging, however you can still disconnect the USB cable in such condition.
Page 123: Functions Available In The Olympus Sonority
When changing the folder name using an OS in a language not supported by the main device, the words may sometimes be garbled. Editing file comments It is possible to add comments to the files downloaded from the recorder by using the “Olympus Sonority”. Changing the file format to other format* The current saved file format can be changed to other formats.
Page 124 • Import DAISY content from the Internet to a computer.** ➥ Please see “About DAISY (For DM-4)” (☞ P.142) for details. * Changing to a MP3 format upgrade to the “Olympus Sonority Plus” is necessary (☞ P.146). ** DAISY 2.0/2.02 content is supported (☞ P. 142).
Page 125: Installing Software
Installing software Before you connect the recorder to your PC and use it, you must first install the “Olympus Sonority” software from the included Software CD. Be sure to confirm the following before installation: • Exit all running applications. • You need to log on as an Administrator.
Page 126 [Installer] display will be displayed. • To connect the recorder to a PC, refer to “Connecting to Your PC” (☞ P.121), to start up the “Olympus Sonority”, refer to “Running Olympus Sonority” (☞ P.129). • After starting up the “Olympus Sonority”, the serial number entry dialog box will appear.
Page 127: Uninstalling Software
Uninstalling software To uninstall any of the software component of the “Olympus Sonority” software installed on your PC, follow the steps below. Windows 1 Exit “Olympus Sonority”. 2 Select [Start] from [Control Panel] menu. 3 Click [Add/Remove programs] in the control panel window. 4 When the installed application list is displayed, select [Olympus Sonority]. 5 Click [Change/Remove]. 6 Confirmation of deleting the file.
Page 128: Using Online Help
Using online help Windows Macintosh To open Online Help, you have the following options. • While “Olympus Sonority” is running, select [Contents] from the [Olympus Sonority Help] menu. Search by Contents 1 Once the Online Help display appears, click the Contents tab. 2 Double-click the desired topic heading. 3 Double-click the desired topic. • An explanation of the topic is displayed.
Page 129: Running Olympus Sonority
Notes • You cannot run more than one “Olympus Sonority” program or multiple copies of the same program simultaneously. • When other applications such as DSS Player, etc. are opened, close these applications first before starting up the “Olympus Sonority”.
Page 130: Window Names (Olympus Sonority)
Window names (Olympus Sonority) Olympus Sonority browse screen This is the main screen of the “Olympus Sonority” (The display screen is the display screen in Windows). 1 Menu Bar The OS standard menu bar. 2 Tool Bar Tool Bar to be used in the Browse Screen will be displayed.
Page 131 “Olympus Sonority” Information Display Area Update of the “Olympus Sonority” and confirmation and update of the firmware of the connected recorder can be carried out. Upgrade to the “Olympus Sonority Plus” and registration of Podcast programs can also be carried out.
Page 132: Download Voice Files From The Recorder
Download voice files from the recorder Windows Macintosh There are 3 download options to transfer voice files from the recorder to the PC: • Download Selected Files • Download Folders • Download All The following is an explanation of [Download Selected Files]. For explanations of [Download Folders] and [Download All], refer to Online Help (☞...
Page 133 3 Download the voice file. • From the [Device] Menu, select [Download Selected Files] or click ] on the Tool Bar. 4 Download complete. • Do not disconnect the USB cable while the LED indicator light on the recorder is flashing. Disconnecting the USB cable when the LED indicator light is flashing will result in data loss or corruption (☞...
Page 134: Play A Voice File
Play a voice file Windows Macintosh 1 Select the folder. • Select the folder that contains the voice file you would like to play. 2 Select the voice file. • Select the file to playback from the File List Display Area. 3 Play the voice file. • Click the [ ] (play) button of the Play Control Bar.
Page 135: Using The Waveform Editing Function
Using the waveform editing function Windows Macintosh You can use the Waveform Editing Tab in the “Olympus Sonority” to easily process voice data. In the Waveform Editing Mode, you can also delete unnecessary parts, paste and re-save the data. 1 From the Browse screen, select the file you want to edit, select [File] { [Edit].
Page 136: Upload Voice Files To The Recorder
Upload voice files to the recorder Windows Macintosh “Olympus Sonority” has a feature to enable you to upload files from your PC to the recorder. 1 Select the folder. • Select the folder that contains the voice file to upload from the Main Tree View.
Page 137: About Podcast
You can either drag and drop the Podcast Program Icon to retrieve Podcast contents or search and retrieve it by registering the content address. This function is not supported in Macintosh. Use iTunes, etc. to retrieve Podcast contents. 1 Start Olympus Sonority. 2 Open a web browser and go to a Podcasting site.
Page 138: Update A Program
Update a program Windows By default, programs registered in “Olympus Sonority” will be automatically updated. To change update intervals, go to [Tools] menu then [Options], and change them in the Options dialog’s Podcast tab. Please see the Online Help for details (☞ P.128).
Page 139: Download The Content
Download the content Windows 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. Please see the Online Help for details (☞ P.128). If you want to download manually, the content can be downloaded with the procedure described below.
Page 140: Transfer Content To The Recorder
Transfer content to the recorder Windows Macintosh 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 [Tools] under [Options], and by selecting the [Podcast] tab displayed on the Option dialog box.
Page 141: Program Guide Functions
Program guide functions Windows OLYMPUS related podcast programs can be easily registered and new contents can be automatically downloaded on the “Olympus Sonority”. New contents can also be redirected to the recorder by just connecting to the PC. Program guide functions are not available for Macintosh.
Page 142: About Daisy (For Dm-4)
There are children and students studying with multimedia DAISY as learning materials. How do you play multimedia DAISY? After installing the “Olympus Sonority” software supplied with this recorder onto a computer (☞ P.125), select the [DAISY tray] folder from the browser window, and then press the play button to experience multimedia DAISY.
Page 143: Importing Contents
Importing contents DAISY book content can be imported into “Olympus Sonority”. The content can be played by selecting it from the [DAISY tray]. Import and playback are possible with Version 2.0/2.02 DAISY content. 1 Place a DAISY file or folder with DAISY files on the desktop of the computer. 2 Start “Olympus Sonority”. 3 From the [File] menu of “Olympus Sonority”, select [Import], and...
Page 144: Playing Contents
Playing contents 1 Click [DAISY tray]. • A list of DAISY books registered in “Olympus Sonority” is displayed. 2 From the list, click the title you wish to play. • A file import window is displayed. 3 From the playback control bar, click [ ] (Play) to play the DAISY content. • The DAISY content starts playing. • Using the [...
Page 145: Transfer Content To The Recorder
[ ] indicating a completed transfer. • Bookmarks for DAISY books set in “Olympus Sonority” can also be used on the recorder. Note • NEVER disconnect the USB while the LED indicator light is flashing. If you do, the data will be destroyed.
Page 146: Upgrade Function
“Olympus Sonority Plus”, you can purchase a Music Editing Plug-in to enjoy high-quality effect editing. To add a Music Editing Plug- in, you will need to upgrade the “Olympus Sonority Plus”. Purchase and upgrade To purchase “Olympus Sonority Plus” and to upgrade from “Olympus Sonority”...
Page 147: Functions Available In The Olympus Sonority Plus
Functions available in the Olympus Sonority Plus Besides the usual functions, the “Olympus Sonority Plus” also includes various functions to edit music files. For information on operating procedures and detailed settings, please refer to the Online Help (☞ P.128). MP3 editing MP3 file and tag editing and writing function.
Page 148: About Windows Media Player
About Windows Media Player Using Windows Media Player Music files that have been imported to your computer from music CDs and acquired over the Internet can be transferred to and played back with this recorder. It supports WAV, MP3, and WMA format music files. By using Windows Media Player, music files from music CDs can be converted (ripped) (☞...
Page 149: Copying Music From Cd
Copying music from CD Windows Media Player 12 1 Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive, and start Windows Media Player. 2 From the Features taskbar, click [Rip CD] menu. • If Internet connectivity is available, CD information is searched. 3 Put a check mark on the music file that you want to copy. 4 Click [Start Rip]. • Files copied to a PC are stored in WMA format.
Page 150 Windows Media Player 11 1 Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive, and start Windows Media Player. 2 From the Features taskbar, click [Rip] menu. • After clicking [Rip] menu, click [View Album Info] for Windows Media Player 10 as necessary. • If Internet connectivity is available, CD information is searched. 3 Put a check mark on the music file that you want to copy. 4 Click [Start Rip]. •...
Page 151: 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, please see “Copying music from CD” (☞ P.149). Windows Media Player 12 1 Connect the recorder to a PC, and start Windows Media Player.
Page 152 4 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. 5 Click [Start sync]. • The file is transferred to the recorder. Note • Refer to the online help of Windows Media Player for details. Windows Media Player 11 1 Connect the recorder to a PC, and start Windows Media Player. 2 From the Features taskbar, click [Sync].
Page 153 • Refer to the online help of Windows Media Player for details. • To transfer the files by using Windows Media Player 9 or 10, check the Olympus website. • If the music files are transferred to the recorder until it reaches to the maximum memory, the message [Can’t make the system file. Connect to PC and delete unnecessary file]...
Page 154: Copying Voice File To The Cd
Copying voice file to the CD You can transfer the voice files in the recorder to your PC and copy them to CD. For how to copy the voice files from the recorder to your PC, please see “Download voice files from the recorder” (☞ P.132). Windows Media Player 12 1 Insert the blank CD-R/RW into the CD-R/RW drive, and start...
Page 155 Windows Media Player 11 1 Insert the blank CD-R/RW into the CD-R/RW drive, and start Windows Media Player. 2 From the Features taskbar, click the [Burn] menu. 3 Select the desired category from [Library] on the left, and select voice files or albums to copy to the CD-R/RW, and Drag & Drop them in [Burn List] on the right. 4 Click the [Burn] menu again, and select [Audio CD] or [Data CD]. When [Audio CD] is selected: • A file is converted and copied in music CD in order to play it by the audio equipment which can play CD-R/RW.
Page 156: Creating A Playlist (For Dm-4)
Creating a playlist (For DM-4) You can create playlists using Windows Media Player. If you save the playlist to the [Music] folder on this recorder, you can play songs in the desired order. Windows Media Player 12 1 Connect the recorder to a PC, and start Windows Media Player. •...
Page 157 4 In the list window, arrange the titles in the order you want to. 5 From the top of the list window, click the [List options] ( From the menu that displays, select [Save list as]. 6 At the [Save As] display, enter a file name and then select the [MUSIC] folder of the recorder as [Destination]. Click [Save]. 7 Click the [Sync] tab. Drag the saved playlist to the synchronization list window on the right side of the window. 8 Click [Start sync]. Using Windows Media Player ) button.
Page 158 Windows Media Player 11 1 Connect the recorder to a PC, and start Windows Media Player. 2 While the library window displayed, click [Library] and then [Create playlist]. 3 From the music titles displayed in the library window, click the title you wish to add to the playlist. Next, drag the title to the list window on the right side of the window. 4 Click [Untitled playlist]. From the menu that displays, select [Save Playlist As]. Using Windows Media Player...
Page 159 5 At the [Save As] display, enter a file name and then select the [MUSIC] folder of the recorder as [Destination]. Click [Save]. 6 Click the [Sync] tab. Drag the saved playlist to the synchronization list window on the right side of the window. 7 Click [Start Sync]. Notes • Songs in the built-in memory of the recorder and songs on external memory cannot be mixed in the same playlist. •...
Page 160: About Itunes
Using iTunes Music files that have been imported to your computer from music CDs and acquired over the Internet can be transferred to and played back with this recorder. By using iTunes, music files from music CDs can be converted (ripped) (☞ P.161). Window names 4 5 67 1 Features taskbar...
Page 161: Copying Music From Cd
Copying music from CD 1 Insert the CD into the CD-ROM drive, and start iTunes. 2 Click [iTunes] { [Preferences]. 3 Click [Advanced] tag. 4 Click [Importing] to set the file format and bit rate for copying music files to your PC, and click [OK]. • This recorder is compatible with music files in the MP3 and WAV formats (☞ P.49). [Import Using]: Set the file format for copying music file from a CD.
Page 162: 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, please see “Copying music from CD” (☞ P.161). 1 Connect the recorder to a PC, and start iTunes. 2 Select the play list to be transferred to the recorder, and put the check marks on the music...
Page 163: Copying Voice File To The Cd
Copying voice file to the CD You can transfer the voice files in the recorder to your PC and copy them to CD. For how to copy the voice files from the recorder to your PC, please see “Download voice files from the recorder” (☞ P.132). 1 Insert the CD-R/RW into the CD- R/RW drive, and start iTunes.
Page 164: Other Features
Playing songs in a particular order Lists created and saved as a file on a computer are called playlist files. By transferring a playlist file to the [Music] folder of this recorder, it is possible to play songs in a particular order.
Page 165 Windows 1 Click the [Start] button, select [Programs] { [Accessories] { [Notepad]. • Notepad opens. 2 Enter the names of files in the [Music] folder in the order you want them to be played. • The file names in the playlist are entered in the following manner: Drive letter (F:):\Folder name\File name. • The easiest way to ensure that the file names are entered correctly is to open the properties for the file you want to enter into the play list, copy the file name, and then paste that...
Page 166 4 Drag the saved playlist file to the [Music] folder of the recorder to transfer it to the recorder. • Transfer the playlist file to the top level (first layer) of the [Music] folder. For more details about file transfers, please see “Transferring music file to the recorder” (☞ P.151). • For more details about playing transferred playlists, please see “File search”...
Page 167: About Audio Books
About Audio Books Windows Macintosh Audio Books are books that can be listened to. Digital audiobooks can be played anytime and anywhere on players such as this recorder. Audio Books can be enjoyed in various ways. For example, they can be listened to while moving by train, doing housework and jogging. Transfer content to the recorder 1 Connecting the recorder to your PC (☞ P.121).
Page 168: About Text Speech (For Dm-4)
About Text Speech (For DM-4) Windows Macintosh If a text file is transferred to this recorder and played, the text file can be read aloud. This recorder can read aloud text created in various situations and can be used to confirm or review audio content.
Page 169: Loading Audible Content
(France) http://www.audible.de (Germany) 2 Start up the downloaded executable file. • The AudibleManager Setup screen will be displayed. Select the name of the device in use (OLYMPUS DM-4/2) and click the [Install] button. 3 When the [AudibleManager License Agreement] is displayed, click the [I Accept] button. 4 Installation starts. • Wait until process has been completed.
Page 170: Adding Device To Audiblemanager
Adding device to AudibleManager If AudibleManager has already been installed, add a device in order to handle the recorder in the AudibleManager. Follow the procedure described below. 1 Select [Add New Device] in the [Devices] menu. 2 When the dialog box displays, verify the internet connection and click the [Yes] button. 3 When the dialog box is displayed, check the name of the device in use (DM-4/2) and click the [OK] button.
Page 171: Transferring Audible Content
Transferring Audible content Windows Audible content can be transferred into the [Audible] folder on the recorder by following the procedure described below. 1 Connect the recorder to a computer. 2 Select [Library] in the [Audible Folders] tree listing. • A list of content stored in the [Library] displays on the right side. 3 Select the content to be transferred to the recorder and click the [Add to Device] button.
Page 172: 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 in the [Audiobooks] folder, the recorder automatically switches to the Audible mode.
Page 173: Playback Position And Section
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. Playback position The Playback Position (positional information) is stored in the [.pos] file, which is created automatically by the recorder for each Audible content file ([.aa] file).
Page 174: 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 or Audible file is selected, then while in the Normal mode. Forwarding Press and hold the 9 button while the recorder is stopped.
Page 175 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...
Page 176: Usb Microphone/Usb Speaker
USB Microphone/USB Speaker You can connect the recorder to a computer as a USB microphone or USB speaker. Note • When using it as a USB microphone, regardless of the recording mode of this recorder, it becomes the USB stereo microphone. If you want to connect an external microphone to this recorder, use a stereo microphone.
Page 177: Other Information
(☞ P.61). This is a malfunction, so go to the store where you Error in the memory. purchased the recorder or an Olympus service station for repair (☞ P.184). microSD card is not Remove the microSD card then recognized correctly.
Page 178: Troubleshooting
Message Meaning [Please Select The Unselected File File] [Same folder. Can't be File cannot be moved moved(copied).] (copied). [Same files. Can't be File cannot be moved moved(copied).] (copied). [This file can't be File which cannot be split. divided.] Troubleshooting Symptom Probable cause The battery is not loaded properly. Nothing appears on the display Battery power is getting low. The power is off.
Page 179 Symptom Probable cause The connected external microphone is monaural. Voice files are not recorded in stereo [Rec Mode] is set to a monaural recording mode. Cannot find the Wrong folder. recorded Voice File The recorder was shaken during recording. Noise heard during playback The recorder was placed near a cell phone or fluorescent lamp while recording or during playback.
Page 180: Accessories (Optional)
Accessories (optional) Accessories exclusive to the Olympus IC recorder can be purchased directly from Online Shop on our company’s website. Sales of accessories are different according to the country. s USB connecting AC adapter: A514 DC5V AC adapter for USB connection s 2 channel microphone (omni-directional): ME30W...
Page 181: Specifications
40 Hz to 3 kHz 4 Built-in stereo microphone (During recording mode): DM-4: 70 Hz to 20 kHz DM-2: 70 Hz to 20 kHz • However, when recording by the MP3 format or the WMA format, the upper limit value of the frequency response depends on each recording mode (see above diagram).
Page 182 Guide to recording times 4 Linear PCM format: Recording mode (4 GB)(DM-2) 48 kHz 44.1 kHz 5h.30min. 4 MP3 format: Recording mode (4 GB)(DM-2) 320 kbps 24h.30min. 256 kbps 30h.30min. 192 kbps 40h.30min. 128 kbps 4 WMA format: Recording mode (4 GB)(DM-2) ST XQ ST HQ ST SP Notes •...
Page 183 ST XQ Notes • The above values are strictly rough guides. • Battery life is measured by Olympus. It varies greatly according to the type of battery used and the conditions of use. Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
Page 184: Technical Assistance And Support
Technical assistance and support The following are contact information for technical support for Olympus recorders and software only. s Technical Hotline Number in the U.S. and Canada 1-888-553-4448 s User Support E-mail address in the U.S. and Canada distec@olympus.com s Technical Hotline Number in Europe Toll free number: 00800 67 10 83 00 available for Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Luxemburg,...
Page 185 Shinjuku Monolith, 3-1 Nishi-Shinjuku 2-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 163-0914, Japan. Tel. +81 (0)3-3340-2111 http://www.olympus.com 3500 Corporate Parkway, P.O. Box 610, Center Valley, PA 18034-0610, U.S.A. Tel. 1-888-553-4448 http://www.olympusamerica.com EN-BD2650-04 AP1104...

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Dm-4

Olympus DM-2 Detailed Instructions

Safety Precautions

1 Getting Started

Main Features

Identification of Parts

Power Supply

Hold

Setting Time and Date [Time & Date]

Inserting and Ejecting a Microsd Card

Notes on the Folders

2 Basic Operations

Recording

Playback

File Search

Erasing

3 Menu Setting

Menu Setting Method

Schedule Settings [Audio Diary]

Viewing Images (for DM-4)

Using Voice Recognition (for DM-4)

Importing DAISY Contents

4 Using The Olympus Sonority

Saving Files in Your PC

Operating Environment

Connecting to Your PC

Functions Available in the Olympus Sonority

Installing Software

Uninstalling Software

Using Online Help

Running Olympus Sonority

Window Names (Olympus Sonority)

Download Voice Files from the Recorder

Play a Voice File

Using the Waveform Editing Function

Using the One-Touch Effect Function

Upload Voice Files to the Recorder

About Podcast

About DAISY (for DM-4)

Upgrade Function

Functions Available in the Olympus Sonority Plus

Functions Available with the Music Editing Plug-In

5 About Windows Media Player

Using Windows Media Player

6 About Itunes

Using Itunes

7 Other Features

Playing Songs in a Particular Order

About Audio Books

About Text Speech (for DM-4)

Loading Audible Content

Transferring Audible Content

Enjoy Audible Content with the Recorder

USB Microphone/Usb Speaker

Using as External Memory of the PC

8 Other Information

Alarm Message List

Troubleshooting

Accessories (Optional)

Specifications

Technical Assistance and Support

Quick Links

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