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Olympus DM-20 Online Instructions Manual

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VOICE & MUSIC
DM-20
DM-10
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
EN
you test the record function and volume before use.
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  • Page 1 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: Table Of Contents

    Using the Variable Control Play a Voice File ........55 Voice Actuator (VCVA) ...... 23 Upload Voice Files to the Recorder ..56 Recording with External Microphone ..25 Send Voice Files with E-mail ....58 Listening While Audio Is Recorded Changing User ID ........
  • Page 3 System Sounds (BEEP) ......86 Assigning Folder Names Music Player (FOLDER NAME) ......87 Using the Recorder as a Music Player ... 61 Moving Files Across Folders ....90 Using Windows Media Player ....61 Hold ............91 Window Names Formatting the Recorder (FORMAT) ..

  • Page 4: Safe And Proper Usage

    • The warning symbols indicate important unit. safety related information. To protect G Do not place the recorder on top of or yourself and others from personal injury or near electric appliances such as TVs or damage to property, it is essential that you refrigerators.
  • Page 5 • Never use any battery with a torn or it with a wet hand. cracked outer cover. • Do not use the AC adapter in the vicinity- • Keep batteries out of the reach of of flammable gas (including gasoline, children.

  • Page 6: Main Features

    : 4 hours 20 minutes A USB connected Cradle for data download SP mode : 10 hours 25 minutes from the recorder to the PC ( P.46). LP mode : 22 hours 20 minutes The recorder can also be used as a...
  • Page 7 Cortologic AG. package. Other product and brand names mentioned herein *2: DSS format in SP and LP mode recording, and WMA may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of format in SHQ and HQ mode recording. their respective owners.

  • Page 8: Identification Of Parts

    ^ Display (LCD panel) 5 STOP button & Strap hole 6 PLAY button * Power jack 7 FF (Fast Forward) button ( Battery cover 8 REW (Rewind) button ) Cradle attachment point 9 VOL (+) button - Mode (VOICE/MUSIC) switch 0 VOL (–) button...
  • Page 9 8 Repeat, Random play indicator REC indicator lamp 9 Clip 9 Current file number 0 HOLD switch 0 Total number of recorded files in ! EAR jack the folder ! Character Information display Depending on the product you purchased, the remote controller microphone may not be included.

  • Page 10: Inserting Batteries

    • 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 are recording into a file and the batteries run out, you will lose your currently recorded file because the file header will not be able to close.

  • Page 11: Using The Ac Adapter

    Music Player A321 or A322) into household power outlet and connect the power plug to the recorder’s power connector (DC 3 V) as shown in the illustration. Always stop recording before This device can be used as a voice recorder connection.

  • Page 12: Setting Time/Date (Time&Date)

    Setting Time/Date (TIME&DATE) If you have set the time and date, information as to when an audio file is recorded is stored automatically with that file. The time and date should be set to ease file management tasks. The time and date setting is also needed to perform the alarm playback function ( P.81).
  • Page 13 Press the FF or REW button until “TIME &DATE” flashes on the display. Press the PLAY button. Time/Date screen appears. The hour indicator flashes, indicating the start of the Time/Date setup process. Follow the same steps starting at step 1 in “Setting Time/Date” ( P.12).

  • Page 14: Operating Environment

    Operating Environment Basic Operating Environment of DSS Player, Windows Media Player Windows Macintosh DSS Player, Windows Media Player iMac/ iBook/ Power Mac G3, G4/PowerBook G3 IBM PC/AT compatible PC (The computer must support a standard USB port.) Operating Microsoft Windows 98/ 98SE/...

  • Page 15: Installing Software

    Be sure to confirm the following before installation: • Exit all running applications. • Eject the floppy disk if you are using one. • If you are running Windows2000/XP or Mac OS X on the network, you need to log on as an Administrator.
  • Page 16 Licensing Agreement to install DSS automatically. Once the program starts, Player. If you accept them, click [Yes]. jump to step 4. If it does not, follow the procedures in steps 2 and 3. Register user information. Register user information. Enter your...
  • Page 17 Player to return to the opening screen. The screen returns to the opening screen automatically. If you would like to install Acrobat Reader at this time, please select “Install Acrobat If you would like to install Windows Media Reader” and proceed to step 15 below.
  • Page 18 If you accept them, click [Agree]. Select where to install DSS Player for Mac. This lets you specify the folder in which to install DSS Player for Mac. To accept the default folder, click [Choose]. Installing DSS Player for Mac.

  • Page 19: Uninstalling Software

    Uninstalling Software To uninstall any of the software component of the DM series Utility software installed on your PC, follow the steps below. Windows Exit DSS Player and Windows When the [Maintenance Complete] Media Player. screen is displayed, click [Finish] to complete uninstalling.
  • Page 20 (OS 9.x) Note Macintosh HD : System Folder : Preferences The voice files and music files you made are stored (OS X) in the [MESSAGE] folder. If you don't need them, Macintosh HD : User : Library : Preferences delete them.

  • Page 21: When Using The Recorder As A Voice Recorder

    When Using the Recorder as a Voice Recorder Recording The recorder provides five folders, A, B, C, D and E, and each message recorded in a folder is saved as a Digital Speech Standard (DSS) file or a Windows Media Audio (WMA) file. These five folders can be selectively used to distinguish the kind of recording;...

  • Page 22: Recording Functions

    ➥ full. Delete any unnecessary files before recording “REC PAUSE” will flash on the display. any further ( P.77) or transfer voice files to your Resume Recording computer using DSS Player Software ( P.53). Press the REC button again.

  • Page 23: Using The Variable Control Voice Actuator (Vcva)

    The VCVA feature help extend recording time and conserve memory by turning off recording during silent periods. This helps make the playback, with no lulls or dead space, more efficient and convenient. Press and hold the MENU button for 1 second or longer.
  • Page 24 Start level (moves to the right/left according to the set level) ........................ Notes • The start/stop actuation level also varies depending on the selected microphone sensitivity mode ( P.28). • To ensure successful recordings, prior testing and adjustment of the start/ stop actuation level is recommended.

  • Page 25: Recording With External Microphone

    To enhance sound quality during recording, use the Remote Controller Microphone or an optional external microphone. If a stereo microphone is used, recording in SHQ (Stereo High-Quality) mode is possible. Please note, when a microphone is connected to the jack on the recorder, the jack functional switch-over is made automatically.

  • Page 26: Listening While Audio Is Recorded (Recording Monitor)

    Listening While Audio Is Recorded (Recording Monitor) If you start recording after inserting the earphone into the jack on the recorder, you can hear the sound being recorded. The sound volume on the recording monitor can be adjusted by pressing the VOL (+) or VOL (–) button.

  • Page 27: Recording Modes (Rec Mode)

    You can select from among three recording modes: HQ (High Quality) mode, SP (Standard Playback) mode and LP (Long Playback) mode. If an optional stereo microphone is used, the only possible recording mode is SHQ (Stereo High Quality). Press and hold the MENU button for 1 second or longer.

  • Page 28: Microphone Sensitivity (Mic Sense)

    • If you want to record clear or noise-free dictation, select DICTATION mode and place the microphone 3 to 4 inches from the source. • If the ambient (background) noise is too loud to get a clear recording even in DICTATION mode, we recommend that you use an ME12...

  • Page 29: Recording From Another Audio Device

    Recording From Another Audio Device The recorder can record the sound played back by another device with a connecting cord. Make sure that the recorder has stopped. Connect the recorder to the earphone jack on the other device with a connecting cord.
  • Page 30 MONAURAL INPUT, it starts recording in the specified recording mode......................Notes • Be sure to set the external input before connecting a connecting cord to the jack on the recorder. Otherwise, the input setting may be disabled. • Disconnecting the connecting cord or switching off the recorder cancels the external input setting and resets it to the automatic switching mode.

  • Page 31: Playing

    Press the FF or REW button to choose the file that you want to play. If you keep pressing the FF or REW button in stop mode, the recorder continuously skips to the beginnings of files. Press the PLAY button to start playback.
  • Page 32 *1: As in normal playback, operations such as playback stop, file cueing, and index mark ( P.39) insertion are possible in fast playback and slow playback. *2: If you keep pressing the FF or REW button in stop mode, the recorder continuously skips to the beginnings of files (F.SKIP/ B.SKIP).
  • Page 33 • When you use an external speaker or an earphone with built-in volume, connect it to the EAR jack on the remote controller. If you directly connect it to the jack on the recorder, the external speaker earphone work.

  • Page 34: Continuous Playback (All Play)

    Continuous Playback (ALL PLAY) When a file finishes playing back, the next file is played without stopping until it reaches the last file in the folder. Press and hold the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens ( P.43).

  • Page 35: Auto Backspace Review (Back Space)

    Auto Backspace review (BACK SPACE) If it is necessary to repeatedly listen to the last phrase, you can set the Auto Backspace function for either 1 or 2 seconds. Press and hold the MENU button for 1 second or longer.

  • Page 36: Repeat Playback

    Repeat Playback This function enables repeated playback of part of the file being played. If the continuous playback function is used together, two or more files can be repeatedly replayed as long as they are in the same folder. Choose the file for Repeat Playback, and press the PLAY button.
  • Page 37 • If no end position is designated, the end of the file becomes automatically the end position. If continuous playback is set to “ON”, the end of the last file in the folder is set to the end position and then repeated playback starts.

  • Page 38: Noise Cancel Function

    Noise Cancel Function If recorded audio is difficult to understand because of noise, adjust the Noise Cancel setting level. Noise will be reduced in the file when its played back for better sound quality. Press and hold the MENU button for 1 second or longer while the file is playing.

  • Page 39: Index Marks

    Index Marks Index marks can be placed in a file during recording or playback to provide and quick and easy way of keeping track of important sections in the file. Setting an Index Mark Press the INDEX button during recording or playback to set an index mark.

  • Page 40: Assigning File Comments (Comment)

    Assigning File Comments (COMMENT) Comments of up to 100 characters can be added to each recorded file. Comments and other file information such as date and time can help identify recordings without having to playback. Press the FF or REW button to choose the file you want to comment setup.

  • Page 41: Lcd Display Information (Voice Mode)

    LCD Display Information (VOICE mode) The LCD screen on the recorder can display 6 different format of information by pressing the DISPLAY button. This help review and confirm different recorder settings and file information. Press the DISPLAY button. The LCD display views will switch every time the DISPLAY button is pressed.
  • Page 42 While in record mode Displays 1 and 2 alternately. 1 Recording level meter Displays the sound input level graphically and the remaining time available for recording in count-down mode. 2 Remaining memory bars Displays the remaining time available for recording in bar mode and count- down mode.

  • Page 43: Menu List (Voice Mode)

    Menu List (VOICE mode) Press and hold the MENU button for 1 second or longer. REC MODE Selection from HQ, SP and LP modes. Mic sense setting ( P.28). Selection between MIC SENSE CONFERENCE (high-sensitivity mode) and DICTATION (low-sensitivity mode). Locking files setting ( P.80). Selection LOCK between ON (locked) and OFF (unlocked).

  • Page 44: Managing Files On Your Pc

    The DSS Player Software can be used to do the following: • Playback voice files on your PC and on the recorder when connected via USB. Download files from the recorder to the PC or upload files from the PC to the recorder.

  • Page 45: Using Online Help

    Matcing keywords are located automatically. Choose a topic, then click [Display]. An explanation of the topic is displayed.................................. Note For more information on menus and operations, refer to Online Help. You will be able to use Online Help after DSS Player is installed.

  • Page 46: Connecting To Your Pc

    If “Add New Hardware Wizard” appears, cancel the wizard by pressing the [Cancel] button and then install DSS Player. Macintosh If the recorder is connected to Mac OS, an icon with a drive name of “unlabeled” appears.

  • Page 47: Disconnecting From Your Pc

    Disconnecting from Your PC Windows 98/98 SE Confirm that the record/play indicator lamp on the recorder is not flashing. Right- click the Removable Disk icon in My Computer and select [Eject]. Disconnect the USB cable. Windows Me/2000/XP Click the on the task bar located at the lower-right corner of the screen.
  • Page 48 • Refer to the user's manual for your PC regarding the USB port or USB hub on your PC. • Be sure that you connect the USB cable either directly to the USB port on your PC or the self-power (AC adapter connection) USB hub.
  • Page 49 ................................. Notes • Do not touch the connection point on the front of the cradle (at the low end), as that may cause bad connection. • The cradle does not have the recharging function.

  • Page 50: Running Dss Player

    ................................. Notes • You can not run more than one DSS Player program or multiple copies of the same program simultaneously. • If you connect the recorder before installing DSS Player, the “Add New Hardware Wizard” dialog box will open. If this happens, click [Cancel] to exit the wizard, then install DSS Player.
  • Page 51 Macintosh To start, open the “DSS Player for Mac” folder created upon installation and double-click the icon.................................. Note DSS Player for Mac does not have the automatic start function.

  • Page 52: Window Names (Dss Player)

    4 Voice File List Box Will display the directory structure of the DSS, WMA, WAVE (W indows only) and AIFF Will display the voice files in the folder selected in 2 and 3. (Macintosh only)-format files stored on your PC's hard disk.

  • Page 53: Download Voice Files From The Recorder

    Download Voice Files from the Recorder There are 3 download options to transfer voice files from the recorder to the PC: • Download Selected Files Download one or several voice files to your PC. • Download Folders Download all the voice files in one folder.
  • Page 54 (Example: A voice file downloaded from Folder A will be stored in download tray A on your PC.) • If a voice file already exists on your PC with the same name, date and time recorded, the new file will not be...

  • Page 55: Play A Voice File

    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. The default name on the Digital Voice Recorder is “DM20” or “DM10”. The user ID can be modified with DSS...

  • Page 56: Upload Voice Files To The Recorder

    Upload Voice Files to the Recorder DSS Player has a feature to enable you to upload DSS-format voice 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.
  • Page 57 Once the transmission screen closes and the record/play indicator lamp on the recorder is OFF, upload is completed.* * In general, it will take more than 5 seconds (more than 12 seconds with Windows 2000/XP) after the transmission screen closes before uploading is completed.

  • Page 58: Send Voice Files With E-Mail

    Send Voice Files with E-mail Audio files are stored in the Message folder on the hard disk. If you want to send a voice file by attaching it to E-mail, select the file from the Message folder. The Message folder location can be found from the [Tools] menu, [Options], and then “Download folder”...

  • Page 59: Changing A Folder Name

    Editing File Comments You can use a PC to create or edit file comments in DSS Player in the [Edit Comments] window, and transfer them from the PC to the recorder. You can also edit file comments imported from the recorder to a PC.

  • Page 60: Editing A Template

    Transfer all comment Delete all changed Close the dialog from the recorder and folder information content to the recorder ................................Note NEVER disconnect the USB cable while the record/play indicator lamp is flashing. If you do, the data will be destroyed.

  • Page 61: Using The Recorder As A Music Player

    A WMA file may be provided with DRM (Digital Right Management) for copyright protection. DRM limits the file to copy or distribute music files that are converted (ripped) from a music CD or downloaded from music distribution services. To transfer a WMA file with DRM to the recorder, you need to use appropriate methods such as Windows Media Player.
  • Page 62 ➢ SOFTWARE TRANSFER ALLOWED BUT WITH RESTRICTIONS. You may permanently transfer rights under this EULA only as part of a permanent sale or transfer of the “DM-20/10”, and only if the recipient agrees to this EULA. If the SOFTWARE is an upgrade, any transfer must also include all prior versions of the SOFTWARE.

  • Page 63: Window Names (Windows Media Player)

    Window Names (Windows Media Player) 3 4 5 6 ! 1 Features taskbar 5 Previous button 9 FastFoword button 2 Quick Access box 6 Next button 0 Volume slider 3 Play button 7 Seek slider ! Mute button 4 Stop button...

  • Page 64: Copying Music From Cd

    Put a check mark on the music file that you want to copy. Click [Copy Music] of Quick Access box. Files copied to a PC are stored in WMA format. Music files copied are categorized by artist, album, genre, etc. and added to the play list.

  • Page 65: Transferring Music File To The Recorder

    From Item on Device, select the drive corresponding to the recorder. The recorder is recognized as a Removable Disk. If you skip to step 6 below, the music file is transferred to the music A folder (root of the device's drive).

  • Page 66: Music Playback

    Music Playback The recorder has 2 music folders; music A and music B, to store music files transferred from a PC. 2 folders can be conveniently used depending on the genre of music files. Insert the stereo earphone or remote controller into the jack on the recorder.

  • Page 67: Playback Functions

    Fast Forward the sound will be in mono, not stereo. Hold the FF button while playing a music file. • Up to 40 characters per track can be used to list ➥ Will fast-forward to the end of the track title and artist name.
  • Page 68 → FLAT → ROCK → POP→ JAZZ → USER You can set/create your own equalizer preferences using the user equalizer (USER EQ) function ( P.71). • If no action is taken within 2 seconds after the EQ button is pressed, the display will revert to the normal indication.

  • Page 69: Increasing The Wow Effect (Wow Effect)

    The recorder has WOW, an audio processing technology that increases sound clarity and bass quality. The level of the surround effect (SRS 3D) and the bass effect (TruBass) may be individually adjusted through three levels of processing or turned off.
  • Page 70 • “WOW” will be displayed on the screen if the surround effect or the bass effect is set. • The WOW effect will be weakened if the bit rate for any music file is less than 32 kbps. • Depending on the song, the WOW effect will be heightened, and...

  • Page 71: Changing The User Equalizer (User Eq)

    Changing the User Equalizer (USER EQ) You can customize your own equalizer by changing the USER EQ settings. Press and hold the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens ( P.76). Press the FF or REW button to open the user equalizer setup screen.
  • Page 72 4. Press the STOP button to close the menu......................Notes • The USER EQ default setting is FLAT. • Your USER EQ settings will be retained in memory even when you change the batteries or reset the recorder.

  • Page 73: Lcd Display Information (Music Mode)

    LCD Display Information (MUSIC mode) The LCD screen on the recorder can display 4 different format of information by pressing the DISPLAY button. This help review and confirm different recorder settings and file information. Press the DISPLAY button. The LCD display views will switch every time the DISPLAY button is pressed.
  • Page 74 While in Playback mode It will repeatedly cycle through 1 to 3. If the number of characters of the name of a music piece/artist name is long and cannot displayed in a line, the name scrolls to the left. (Stop for 2 seconds and re-scroll are repeated after every turn.)

  • Page 75: Changing Playback Order Of Music File

    NEVER disconnect the USB cable while the record/play indicator lamp is flashing. When removing the USB cable, be sure to follow the description in P47. If the USB cable is removed before the drive is stopped, data may not be successfully transferred.

  • Page 76: Menu List (Music Mode)

    Menu List (MUSIC mode) Press and hold the MENU button for 1 second or longer. Set the surround effect and bass effect ( WOW EFFECT P.69). Register your equalizer settings ( P.71). USER EQ Locking files setting ( P.80). Selection LOCK between ON (locked) and OFF (unlocked).

  • Page 77: Feature Common To The Voice Recorder And Music Player

    Features Common to the Voice Recorder and Music Player Erasing Erasing One File at a Time A selected file can be erased from a folder. Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder. Press the FF or REW button to choose the file you want to erase.
  • Page 78 Erasing Erase All Files from a Folder All files in a folder can be erased simultaneously, except for locked files ( P.80). Press the FOLDER button to choose the folder you want to erase all files. a Folder from which to erase files Press the ERASE button for 3 seconds or longer.
  • Page 79 Notes • An erased file cannot be restored. • If the ERASE button is not pressed within the 8 seconds after “FILE ERASE?” or “ALL ERASE?” starts flashing, the recorder will revert to stop status. • Completion of erasing may take 10 seconds. Never do anything during this period because data may be corrupted.

  • Page 80: Locking Files (Lock)

    Locking Files (LOCK) Locking a file keeps important data from being accidentally erased. Locked files are not erased when you choose to erase all files from a folder ( P.78). Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder. Press the FF or REW button to choose the file you want to lock.

  • Page 81: 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. Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder. Press the FF or REW button to choose the file to be played when the alarm sounds.
  • Page 82 Press the PLAY button to accept the minute. 8,10 Press the STOP button to close the menu. An alarm tone will sound at the scheduled time. Press any button while the alarm sounds to play the file you associated with the alarm.
  • Page 83 • Start setting from step 3 ( P.81) of “Alarm day unless the alarm playback setting is cleared. Playback Function”. • If you wish to change the file for alarm play, first • When alarm sound goes at the preset time, turn the alarm settings “OFF”, then make any pressing any button stops the sound.

  • Page 84: Lcd Contrast Adjustment (Contrast)

    LCD Contrast Adjustment (CONTRAST) If you find it difficult to read the display information due to lighting, temperature, or other conditions, you can adjust the contrast using this function to easily see the LCD display (display contrast). Display contrast can be adjusted in 12 levels.

  • Page 85: Backlight (Backlight)

    Backlight (BACKLIGHT) The recorder display backlight is ON by default. The display will lit for about 10 seconds when a button on the recorder is pressed. The backlight feature can be turned off from the menu. Press and hold the MENU button for 1 second or longer.

  • Page 86: System Sounds (Beep)

    System Sounds (BEEP) The recorder beeps to alert you to button operations or warn you of errors. System sounds may be turned off. Press and hold the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens ( P.43,76). Press the FF or REW button until “BEEP”...

  • Page 87: Assigning Folder Names (Folder Name)

    Assigning Folder Names (FOLDER NAME) The 5 folders on the recorder (Folder A to Folder E) can be easily renamed. The folder name is limited to 12 characters each. Frequentlly used names such as “dictation (DICT.)”, “meeting (MEETING)” and “schedule (SCHEDULE)” are pre-set in a template.
  • Page 88 (Currently displayed character) = (Space) = DICT. = TO DO = A = F = K = P = U = Z = a = f = k = p = u = z = 1 = 6 = , = ( = # = ^ = (Space) = DICT. = TO DO...
  • Page 89 = Q = R = S = T = U = V = W = X = Y = Z a = b = c = d = e = f = g = h = i = j = k = l = m = n = o = p = q...

  • Page 90: Moving Files Across Folders

    • If the destination folder is full (a maximum of 199 files), “FOLDER FULL” appears on the display and files cannot be transferred to it. • The file transfer process is aborted if you press the STOP button or leave the recorder idle for 8 seconds. • Files cannot be moved between the voice folder and music folder.

  • Page 91: Hold

    *2: The recorder stops when playback completes or recording terminates due to no memory space. Note The alarm will sound at the scheduled time even if the recorder is set to hold. The recorder begins to play the file associated with the alarm when you press any button.

  • Page 92: Formatting The Recorder (Format)

    If you format the recorder, all function settings will return to their defaults*. All files** stored in the recorder will be deleted. If you have important files that you want to save, connect the recorder to a computer and transfer those files from the recorder to the computer before formatting the device.
  • Page 93 • After formatting, the first file name is 0001. • When the recorder is formatted, all the stored data, including locked files, are erased. • Once the recorder is formatted, the music files with DRM may not be transferred to the recorder again.

  • Page 94: Using The Recorder As A Reader/Writer

    While the data are being written or copied, the record/play indicator lamp on the recorder will flash. Before disconnecting the recorder from your PC, refer to “Disconnecting from Your PC” ( P.47)................................. Note NEVER disconnect the USB cable while the record/play indicator lamp is flashing. If you do, the data will be destroyed.

  • Page 95: Alarm Message List

    IC recorders from Olympus only. MEMORY Error in the Error in the internal memory. This is a malfunction, so go to the ERROR internal flash store where you purchased the memory recorder or an Olympus service station for repair.
  • Page 96 Reformat the memory ( P.92). ERROR formatting the recorder's memory. SAME FILE Same named file Tried to create or store a file Change the file name. that has same name as a file in the folder. SYSTEM System error System error detected in the This is a mulfunction.

  • Page 97: Troubleshooting

    The file is locked. Unlock the file ( P.80). Noise heard The recorder was shaken during recording. during playback The recorder was placed near a cell phone Move the recorder. or fluorescent lamp while recording or during playback. Recording level The microphone sensitivity is too low.

  • Page 98: Accessories (Optional)

    HQ mode: 300 to 7,000 Hz Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Charger: BU- SP mode: 300 to 5,000 Hz LP mode: 300 to 3,000 Hz Charger for AA batteries (1 to 4) or 1 to 2 Recording time AAA batteries. DM-20 (128 MB)
  • Page 99 DM-10 (64 MB) Maximum working output (3 V DC) 180 mW or more (8 Ω speaker) 50 to 170 minutes (Time may vary depending on the bit rate Input power requirement of the music data.) Rated voltage: 3 V Maximum headphone output Batteries: Two AAA Alkaline batteries 5mW + 5mW (at load of 32 Ω)

  • Page 100: Technical Assistance And Support

    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...
  • Page 101 Telephone Number: 800-622-6372 This device Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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