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DIGITAL VOICE
RECORDER
DS-4000
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
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you test the record function and volume before use.

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER DS-4000 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...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents ........2 Hands-free Recording ......28 Safe and Proper Usage ......4 Recording Monitor ........28 General Precautions ........5 Playing ............. 29 Erasing ............. 31 1 Getting Started 3 Other functions Main Features ..........9 xD-Picture Card ........
  • Page 3 Troubleshooting ........84 Window Names ........57 Accessories (Optional) ......85 Downloading from Recorder to PC ....58 Specifications .......... 86 Playing a Dictation File ......60 Technical Assistance and Support ..87 Uploading from PC to Recorder ....61 Direct Recording/Editing on PC ....

  • Page 4: Safe And Proper Usage

    REC are used to describe a function, button, or switch position on the recorder. Indicates items or actions which may result in damage • The icon indicates that feature or setting or personal injury. Caution can be modified by Professional Olympus Authorized Dealer only.

  • Page 5: General Precautions

    General Precautions G Do not leave the recorder in hot, humid Batteries/Rechargeable locations such as inside a closed Battery Pack (BR402) automobile under direct sunlight or on the beach in the summer. Danger G Do not store the recorder in places exposed to excessive moisture or dust.
  • Page 6 1 remove the batteries immediately while for a short period of time. being careful not to burn yourself, and; Battery Charger (Cradle) 2 call your dealer or local Olympus representative for service. Danger • Do not expose the rechargeable batteries •...
  • Page 7 Olympus • ... the AC adapter is dropped in water, or dealer or customer support center. if water, metal flammable substances or other foreign objects get inside it: •...
  • Page 8 2 immediately disconnect the power wrong with the charger, unplug supply plug from the power outlet, and; the charger from the outlet and 3 call your dealer or local Olympus consult your nearest service representative for servicing. Continued center. Using the charger may...

  • Page 9: Main Features

    Main Features IBM and PC/AT are the trademarks or registered Slide switch operation for ease of use and trademarks of International Business Machines fast response. Corporation. Dual function cradle, docking station, for Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks recharging of Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery of Microsoft Corporation.

  • Page 10: Xd-Picture Card

    To recover the original recording time, initialize/format the card in the recorder. • Olympus will not be held liable for any data corruption or loss due to misuse of the media card.

  • Page 11: Identification Of Parts

    Identification of Parts & 1 EAR jack @ ERASE button 2 MIC jack # Display (LCD panel) 3 Built-in microphone $ Record/Play indicator lamp 4 NEW button % POWER (ON/OFF) switch 5 Slide (REC/STOP/PLAY/REV) switch ^ VOLUME (+) button 6 FF (Fast Forward) button &...
  • Page 12 Identification of Parts Display (LCD Panel) 1 Battery indicator 2 Folder 3 Priority indicator 4 Current file number 5 Total number of recorded files in the folder 6 Erase lock indicator 7 Character Information display 8 Microphone sensitivity display 9 VCVA (Variable Control Voice Actuator) indicator 0 Record mode indicator...

  • Page 13: Installing Batteries

    Installing Batteries Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Pack (BR402) Lightly press down on the arrow and slide the battery cover open. Insert Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Pack, observing the correct polarity. Close the battery cover completely. The battery needs to be charged when you use the recorder for the first time after purchase ( P.15).
  • Page 14 Installing Batteries AAA alkaline batteries Lightly press down on the arrow and slide the battery cover open. Insert two AAA batteries, observing the correct polarity. Close the battery cover completely. Replacing batteries The battery indicator on the display changes as the batteries lose power.

  • Page 15: Charging Battery

    Charging Battery You can charge the Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Pack in the recorder when you set the recorder in the cradle. The battery is usually shipped partially charged. You need to charge the battery before first use. Connect the AC adapter or USB cable to the AC adapter cradle.

  • Page 16: Information Regarding Rechargeable Batteries

    Information Regarding Rechargeable Batteries These batteries are exclusively for use with Olympus voice recorder DS-4000. Never use them in combination with other equipment. Discharging Batteries self-discharge while they are not in use. Be sure to charge them regularly before use.

  • Page 17: Turning On The Recorder

    Turning ON the Recorder With the battery charged in the recorder and the card inserted properly, the recorder is ready to work. While the power switch on the back of the recorder is in the OFF position, none of the buttons or switch on the recorder will be active.

  • Page 18: Dealer Option Items

    Dealer Option Items Some additional options can be set by your Olympus Professional Dealer. These additional and customizable options are as follows: Setting for “beep” sound. For details on the functions and operation Setting for NEW button operation. of dealer optional items, consult your Olympus dealer.

  • Page 19: Setting Time/Date (Time&Date)

    Setting Time/Date (TIME&DATE) Setting the correct time and date on the recorder is very important since every file recorded on the recorder will have the date and time information as part of the file header. This will simplify the file management aspects later on. The hour indicator will flash automatically when you load batteries before using the recorder for the first time, or after the recorder hasn’t been used for a long time.
  • Page 20 Setting Time/Date (TIME&DATE) Example: March 14, 2004 Set the day. 1 Press the FF button or REW button to 3M 14D 2004Y (Initial setting) set the day. 2 Press the MENU button to accept the ↓ day’s date. 14D 3M 2004Y ↓...

  • Page 21: Inserting And Ejecting A Card

    • If an unformatted card is inserted, the recorder automatically displays the menu to menu format option ( P.46). • Never use any card in the recorder unless it has been formatted on this unit or on a CAMEDIA series Olympus digital camera ( P.46).

  • Page 22: Ejecting A Card

    Inserting and Ejecting a Card Ejecting a Card Slide the card cover lock in the direction indicated by the arrow. The card cover is unlocked and the message “CARD COVER IS OPEN” appears on the display. The power is switched off automatically. Push the card inward to unlock it, and let it eject partially.

  • Page 23: Recording

    Recording By default, the recorder has five folders, A, B, C, D and E. These five folders can be selectively used to distinguish the kind of recording; for example, Folder A might be used to store private information, while Folder B might be dedicated to holding business information. You can use your DSS player to change a folder name ( P.64).

  • Page 24: Review Recording

    Recording Notes • A beep will sound when the remaining recording time reaches 60 seconds, 30 seconds, and 10 seconds while recording. • “MEMORY FULL” or “FOLDER FULL” will be displayed when the memory or folder capacity is full. Delete any unnecessary files before recording any further ( P.31) or transfer dictation files to your computer using DSS Player Software ( P.55).

  • Page 25: Overwrite Recording

    Overwrite Recording You can overwrite a previously recorded file from any point within the file. Note that the overwritten recordings will be erased. Select and play the file you want to overwrite. Stop playback at the starting point of overwrite. 1,2,3 Move the slide switch to the REC position to start overwriting.

  • Page 26: Insert Recording

    Recording Insert Recording Additional recording can be inserted into previously recorded file. Select and play the file you want to insert an additional recording into. While playing the file, press the 1,3,4 MENU button to insert an additional recording. AUTHOR A 00M10S “INSERT ?”...

  • Page 27: Using The Variable Control Voice Actuator (Vcva)

    Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) When the microphone senses that sounds have reached a preset actuation volume level, the built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) starts recording automatically, and stops when the volume drops below the actuation level. The VCVA feature helps extending recording time and conserves the memory by turning off recording during silent periods.

  • Page 28: Hands-Free Recording

    The recorder can be used as a hands-free recording device. To setup the recorder for hands- free operation, connect the optional Olympus foot switch (RS25/26) to the back of the cradle and place the recorder in the cradle as shown in the diagram below.

  • Page 29: Playing

    Playing You can start playing a file at any point. Select the file, then move the slide switch to the PLAY position to start playback. FOLDER A 00M05S The record/play indicator lamp glows LENGTH : 27M58S green. a Current playback time b Total recording time of the file being played Press the VOLUME (+) or VOLUME...
  • Page 30 Playing Playback Operation How to Cancel functions Fast Press the FF button once while stopped. Move the slide switch to a position Forward other than the STOP position. ➥ The recorder starts the operation of (FF) Rewind Press the REW button once while stopped. the set position.

  • Page 31: Erasing

    Erasing Erasing a File Erasing or deleting a file from any of the folder on the recorder is a very simple process. Select the file you want to erase. Press the ERASE button. “FILE ERASE ?” flashes on the display for approximately 8 seconds.

  • Page 32: Erasing All Files In A Folder

    Erasing Erasing All Files in a Folder All files in a folder can be erased simultaneously, except for locked files ( P.37). Select any file in the folder, then press and hold the ERASE button for 3 seconds or longer. FOLDER A “ALL ERASE ?”...

  • Page 33: Partially Erasing A File

    Partially Erasing a File You can erase a selected file in part. Start playback the file you want to erase partially. Press the ERASE button at the point to start erasing. While playback continues, “PARTIAL AUTHOR A 45M00S ERASE” and the file length will alternate LENGTH : 1H55M25S on the display.
  • Page 34 Erasing Press the ERASE button to confirm erase. The display changes to “PARTIAL ERASE!” AUTHOR A 5M01S and erasing will start. PART I AL ERASE ! When “ERASE DONE” appears on the display, partial erase is complete. AUTHOR A 5M01S ERASE DONE ......................

  • Page 35: Menu List

    Menu List Press the MENU button. MENU Select SP or LP mode. REC MODE Microphone sensitivity setting. Select between CONFERENCE (high-sensitivity mode) or MIC SENSE DICTATION (low-sensitivity mode). EXIT Exit MENU and return to STOP mode. Switches to the SUB MENU. SUB MENU VCVA setting ( P.27).

  • Page 36: Learning To Use The Menu

    Learning to Use the Menu To navigate through the different options in the MENU, use the MENU List flow chart ( P.35) and the following steps to modify or change any settings. Press the MENU button. The menu appears ( P.35). Press the FF or REW button to highlight a menu item you want to modify/change.

  • Page 37: Locking Files (Lock)

    Locking Files (LOCK) The file lock feature is very useful to protect important data from accidental erase. Locked files are never erased except when the card is formatted ( P.46). Select the file you want to LOCK, press the MENU button. The menu appears ( P.35).

  • Page 38: Index Marks

    Index Marks In order to place an index mark in a file, the index function must be programmed to the A or B button on the recorder. Index marks can be placed in a file during recording or playback to provide a quick and easy to identify important sections in the file.

  • Page 39: Lcd Display Information

    LCD Display Information Before using the DISPLAY function, it should be programmed to A or B button. The LCD screen on the recorder can display 7 different formats of information by pressing the DISPLAY button. This helps review and confirm different recorder settings and file information. Press the DISPLAY (A or B) button.
  • Page 40 LCD Display Information While in Record Mode Display 1 and 2 will alternate. 1 Recording level meter Displays the sound input level graphically and the remaining time available for recording in countdown mode. AUTHOR A 25M01S 2H33M25S 2 Remaining memory bars Displays the remaining time available for recording in bar mode and countdown mode.
  • Page 41 While in Overwrite Record Mode Display 1 and 2 will alternate. 1 Recording level meter Displays the sound input level graphically, the current time and the length of the file. AUTHOR ID 10M25S 14M00S 2 Remaining memory bars Displays the remaining time available for recording in bar mode, and the current time and length of the file.

  • Page 42: Setting Priority Levels

    Setting Priority Levels By default, B button is programmed with PRIORITY function. You can set a priority level on each file recorded. You can choose between “HIGH” and “NORMAL.” The default is NORMAL. To Set a Priority Level on an Existing File Select the file.

  • Page 43: Setting Job Data

    Setting Job Data Every file recorded on the recorder will include the Author ID and Work Type as part of its header information. To create multiple Author IDs and Work Types on the recorder, use the bundled DSS Player software to create and upload a Job Data list (list of Author IDs and Work Types) to the recorder.
  • Page 44 Setting Job Data Setting a Work Type Press the NEW button while in STOP mode. When more than one Work Type ID exist WORKTYPE A WORKTYPE B on the recorder, the Work Type ID list will WORKTYPE C WORKTYPE D display.

  • Page 45: Setting Option Item

    Setting Option Item The recorder can be programmed with additional user defined fields called Option Items. Press the NEW button while in STOP mode. When programmed into the recorder, the Option Item ID displays. Use the alphanumeric characters set displayed to set the Option Item ID. Characters that can be entered are from 0 to PAT I ENT NO 9, from A to Z, and _.

  • Page 46: Formatting The Card (Format)

    Formatting the Card (FORMAT) Cards that have been used on non-Olympus devices, or cards that are not recognized by the recorder, must be formatted before they can be used with the recorder. The Olympus xD-Picture Card included with the recorder is preformatted and ready for use.
  • Page 47 Press the FF or REW button again to highlight the “START” option. SURE? CANCEL START Press the MENU button again to initiate the formatting process. Formatting begins and “FORMAT!” flashes FORMAT! on the display. “FORMAT DONE” displays when formatting ends. FORMAT DONE .......................

  • Page 48: Dss Player Software

    • When used with the recorder connected to a PC, direct recording on the PC is possible. Make sure that your computer meets the minimum requirements listed below. Please check with your system administrator or your Olympus Professional Dealer. Minimum Requirement...
  • Page 49 Macintosh Power Mac G3 233 MHz class processor or faster iMac/ iBook/ eMac/ Power Mac/ PowerBook (The computer must support a standard USB port.) Operating System: Mac OS 9.0-9.2.2/ 10.1-10.3 RAM: 64 MB or more (128 MB or more is recommended) Hard drive space: 50 MB or more Drive:...

  • Page 50: Installing Dss Player Software

    Make sure to exit all running applications, eject the floppy disk if you are using one, and logon as administrator if you are running Windows 2000/XP (Professional only) or Mac OS X on the network. Windows Macintosh Insert Olympus DSS Player CD into Insert Olympus DSS Player CD into the CD-ROM drive. the CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 51: Uninstalling Dss Player Software

    [Control Panel]. (OS 9.x) A list of installed applications is displayed. Macintosh HD : System Folder : Preferences Select [Olympus DSS Player Pro], Delete the Executable file. then click the [Change/Remove] Delete the [DSS Player for Mac] file in the button.

  • Page 52: Using Online Help

    For information on the DSS Player usage and features, refer to the online Help. To start online Help: Windows • Click the [start] button, then select [All Programs], [Olympus DSS Player], [Dictation Help]. • While DSS Player is running, select the [Help] menu, [Contents].

  • Page 53: Connecting Recorder To Pc

    Connecting Recorder to PC Be sure to install the DSS Player software before connecting the recorder to a PC. However, if you do connect the recorder before or during the software installation, the “Add New Hardware Wizard” appears. In this case, cancel the wizard by pressing the [Cancel] button in the wizard screen and then install or continue the installation of DSS Player software.
  • Page 54 Connecting Recorder to PC Connecting to Your PC Using the Cradle Place the recorder in the cradle Insert end A of the USB cable to your PC’s USB port or USB hub. Connect end b of the USB cable to the cradle. Turn ON the recorder, then set the recorder in the cradle.

  • Page 55: Running Dss Player

    Manual start Start Windows. Click the [start] button, then select [All Programs]. All program menu will be displayed. Select [Olympus DSS Player Pro], then click [Dictation Module]..................Note 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 the DSS Player software.
  • Page 56 Running DSS Player Macintosh Start your Macintosh. Connect the recorder to your PC. For cable connection instructions, see “Connecting to Your PC Using the USB Cable” ( P.53). Double-click the [DSS Player for Mac] folder. The DSS Player for Mac folder opens. Double-click DSS Player.

  • Page 57: Window Names

    Window Names * Main screen is displayed when DSS Player is started Windows Macintosh 1 Playback Control Bar 3 Device Tree View Provides the control buttons to play and stop Displays the directory structure of the folders in dictation files. the recorder.

  • Page 58: Downloading From Recorder To Pc

    Downloading from Recorder to PC There are 3 download options to transfer dictation files from the recorder to the PC: • Download Selected Files Download one or several dictation files to your PC. • Download Folder X (X is any of the seven folders A to G) Download all the dictation files in one folder.
  • Page 59 Download the dictation file. From the [Download] menu, click [Download Selected Files]. Download complete. Do not disconnect the USB cable while the record/play indicator lamp on the recorder is flashing. Disconnecting the USB cable when the recorder indicator lamp is flashing will result in data loss or corruption.

  • Page 60: Playing A Dictation File

    Playing a Dictation File Select the folder. Select the folder where the dictation file resides. Select the dictation file. Select the dictation file to play from the Dictation List View. Play the dictation file. Click the (play) button in the Playback Control Bar or double-click the file.

  • Page 61: Uploading From Pc To Recorder

    Uploading from PC to Recorder DSS Player enables you to upload DSS dictation files from your PC to the recorder. Select the folder. Select the folder where the dictation file to upload resides. Select the dictation file. Select the dictation file to upload from the Dictation List View, then select [Download] menu, then [Upload Files] or click the icon in the toolbar.

  • Page 62: Direct Recording/Editing On Pc

    Direct Recording/Editing on PC You can easily record on the PC directly using the recorder and the DSS Player. While the recorder is connected to the PC with the USB cable, the Remote Dictation window in the DSS Player allows you to create a new recording or edit an existing recording. The recorder will act as a sophisticated microphone with the slide switch and buttons controlling the recording or editing process.

  • Page 63: Changing User Id (Author Id)

    Changing User ID (Author ID) User ID can be uploaded to the recorder using the DSS Player. Up to 10 IDs can be uploaded to the recorder. From the main window, click the [Download] menu, then select [Create & Send Job Data]. The [Create & Send Job Data] window appears.

  • Page 64: Changing A Folder Name

    Changing a Folder Name The folders in the software and recorder can be renamed to reflect the type of recording they will contain. For example, Folder A might be used to store private information and thus be renamed PRIVATE, while Folder B might be dedicated to holding business information and thus be renamed BUSINESS.

  • Page 65: Using Voice Recognition Software (Optional)

    [ViaVoice], [Tool], then [Analyze My Voice]. The ViaVoice User Wizard window appears. From the [Device] list box, select [Olympus DSS File] or [Olympus WMA File]. Select [Olympus DSS File] or [Olympus WMA File] in the [Device] list box, then click the [Next] button.
  • Page 66 Using Voice Recognition Software (Optional) Select a sound card When the [Selecting a Sound Card] window appears, select [USB Audio Device] for [Input] and follow the instructions on screen. (Select [Microphone Control (DVR)] for Windows XP.) Proceed with the AUDIO Setup according to the instruction on screen.
  • Page 67 Executing Voice Recognition The DSS Player provides a link in the menu for IBM ViaVoice Voice Recognition software. You can easily access the menu and initiate voice recognition on any of the DSS file in the Dictation List View. Select the folder. Select the folder containing the dictation file you want to process with voice recognition from the Dictation...
  • Page 68 Using Voice Recognition Software (Optional) Notes on Recording For Voice Recognition When recording voice to be processed Dictation files recorded under the with voice recognition, set up your following conditions cannot be DSS recorder as follows to improve processed by voice recognition because recognition accuracy.

  • Page 69: Usb Microphone/Usb Speaker (Usb Audio)

    USB Microphone/USB Speaker (USB AUDIO) The recorder can be used as a USB speaker or microphone when connected to a PC. If you use the recorder as a USB speaker, you can output voice through the recorder instead of using the PC speaker. When used as a microphone, you can record voice on your PC using you favorite application.

  • Page 70: Sending Dictation Files/Receiving Document Files

    Sending Dictation Files/Receiving Document Files Windows DSS Player software can send dictation files to a third party by e-mail or FTP. This process can be automated by configuring the DSS Player with the recipients profile information and the sending method. Setting the E-mail/FTP Service E-mail/FTP service needs to be set to send/receive files.
  • Page 71 Setting the E-mail destination Setting the FTP destination Click the [E-mail] button. Click the [FTP] button. The [E-mail destination] dialog box The [FTP destination] dialog box appears. appears. Click the [To] button. The [FTP Profiles] dialog box appears. Click the [To] button. Select a profile from the list.
  • Page 72 Sending Dictation Files/Receiving Document Files Setting the Document File Retrieve Function From the [Tools] menu, select [Options], then click the [Receive] tab in the Option dialog box. Check the [Use collect back documents functions] check box. Select a protocol to be used for receiving a document file.
  • Page 73 Sending Dictation Files Windows Receiving Document Files Manually Sending Dictation Files Manually Select the dictation file you want to send In the toolbar, click the [Send/Receive from the Dictation List View. files] icon To select more than one file, press and hold either the [Ctrl] or [Shift] key and According to the profile set, the application make your selection.
  • Page 74 When sending DSS files to a user who does not have the DSS Player software, the user will not be able to play the received DSS file. A free DSS Player from Olympus, DSS Player Lite, can be downloaded from the Olympus website at: http://www.olympusamerica.com/cpg_section/cpg_downloads.asp...

  • Page 75: Setting E-Mail/Ftp Service

    Setting E-mail/FTP Service Windows When using E-mail and/or FTP to send dictation files attachments and/or retrieve typed documents, it is important to configure the E-mail/FTP service in the DSS Player to match that of the E-mail/FTP program you have configured on your PC. Please consult with you system administrator if you need help with setting your E-mail/FTP service.
  • Page 76 Setting E-mail/FTP Service Setting Connection for MAPI Compliant Service Click the [start] button of Windows OS, select [Settings], then [Control Panel]. The [Control Panel] appears Check whether the [Mail] or [Mail and Fax] icon is present in the Control Panel. If the icon exists, the MAPI subsystem has already been installed on your computer.
  • Page 77 A dialog box for setting up Microsoft Installing Microsoft Outlook 2000 Outlook appears. This is the wizard for creating a profile. For After installing Outlook 2000, start the information on creating a profile, check program. step 3 in the “Activating Send Mail When the following window appears, click Function”...
  • Page 78 Setting E-mail/FTP Service Select “Add a new e-mail account” Installing Microsoft Outlook XP/2003 and click the [Next] button. After installing Outlook XP, double- click the [Mail] icon in the [Control Panel], and then click the [Show Profiles…] button. Select your e-mail server type. If you are going to use an MAPI compliant Workgroup system such as Lotus Notes or Novell GroupWise, select “Additional...
  • Page 79 Click the [Connection] tab in the following If you select “Additional Server dialog box and make sure the appropriate Types”, you will see the following connection method is selected. dialog box. Click the [Next] button and follow the instructions on the screen, then skip to step 8. After the setup is completed, click If you select “POP3”, you will see the the [Tools] menu, select [Options],...
  • Page 80 Setting E-mail/FTP Service Activating Send Mail Function (Create a Profile) The Profile is the group of information services to set up the Messaging application. The information services allow you to access the Mailbox and the Address Book. The Send Mail function will not work if there is no profile.
  • Page 81 Click the [Next] button and follow the instructions on the screen. When the wizard is complete, it returns to the profile in the Option Setting dialog box. Please make sure that the profile name you have created using the Setup Wizard is displayed in the Option Setting dialog box.

  • Page 82: Using The Recorder As A Reader/Writer

    Using the Recorder as a Reader/Writer When the recorder is connected to your PC, it will be recognized on your PC as a removable drive. You can view and access the recorder card from My Computer and download data from the card to your PC using standard windows copy/move and delete commands.

  • Page 83: Alarm Message List

    System error System error detected in the This is a malfunction. Contact ERROR recorder. the place of purchase or Olympus Service Center for repair. INSERT CARD No card There is no card inserted. Insert a card ( P.21). CARD COVER Card cover is The card cover is not closed.

  • Page 84: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Symptom Probable cause Action Nothing appears The batteries are not loaded properly. Verify polarity is correct ( P.13-14). on the display The batteries are dead. Replace with new batteries ( P.14). The recorder is in power off mode. Turn the recorder ON ( P.17).

  • Page 85: Accessories (Optional)

    Accessories (Optional) xD-Picture cards of 16, 32, 64, 128, 256 and 512 MB: M-XD16/32/64/128/256/512 Olympus CAMEDIA digital camera series xD-Picture Cards can be used. Headset: E102 Stereo headset for your PC. A helpful tool for PC based transcription. Monaural binaural earphone: E20 Noise-Cancellation microphone: ME12 (Dictation microphone) Used to get crisp recordings of your own voice by reducing the effects of ambient noise.

  • Page 86: Specifications

    SP mode: 300 to 5,000 Hz LP mode: 300 to 3,000 Hz * Battery life is measured by Olympus. It Recording time (32 MB Card) varies greatly according to the type of SP mode: 5 hours 10 minutes batteries used and the conditions of use.

  • Page 87: Technical Assistance And Support

    Technical Assistance and Support DS-4000 is part of the Olympus Professional Dictation System. Your dealer is trained to troubleshoot and fix many common problems that you may be having with this system. If you encounter problems using your DS-4000, we recommend that you contact your Olympus Professional Dealer that sold you the system.
  • Page 88 Model Number: DS-4000 Trade Name: DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER Responsible Party: OLYMPUS AMERICA INC. Address: 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, NY 11747-3157, U.S.A. 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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