INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the PDR400 digital voice recorder. Please print out this manual for easy reference. Unpack the unit and make sure all the accessories are put aside so they will not be lost. We recommend that you retain the original carton and packaging materials, should you transport or ship the unit in the future.
GETTING STARTED Location of controls 1. Microphone jack 6. Micro SD slot 11. Stereo Mic. right 16. VOL + 2. Earphone jack 7. PLAY / PAUSE 12. HOLD switch 17. FOLDER 3. Stereo Mic. left 8. PRE 13. LCD screen 18.
Power ON Note: The PDR400 enters the date setting mode immediately upon powering ON for the first time. See instructions for Setting the Date elsewhere in the manual. •...
GETTING STARTED Hold Function • To disable the controls, slide the HOLD switch and the word “HOLD” and the icon will flash briefly on the LCD screen. • To disable the Hold function, slide the HOLD switch and the icon disappears. •...
GETTING STARTED Setting the Date and time Press and hold for three (3) seconds to enter the menu. Repeatedly press to select “System Time.” Press to confirm. Press to highlight the current year. Press VOL+ or VOL- to increase or decrease the year. Press to advance to the next setting or return to the previous one.
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Standard Recording To use the standard, user-controlled recording function, follow these instructions. Make sure the VOX function is set to “VOX Off” as described on the previous page of this manual. Select a file folder by pressing FOLDER. To begin recording, press REC / STOP During recording, the REC indicator light and the elapsed time will display on the LCD screen.
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Playing Recorded Files Press FOLDER to select a file for playback Repeatedly press to scroll through voice files. Press to select. Selected file will play automatically. Using Headphones or Earphones For private listening, connect earphones or headphones using the Headphone jack. Speakers are disabled when earphones or headphones are connected.
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Erasing all Files in a Folder Press FOLDER. Press to scroll files. The file number and length will appear on the LCD screen. Press to enter Sound menu. Using , select “Delete All.” Press to confirm. Press to select “Yes.” Press to confirm and delete.
ADVANCED FEATURES Schedule Setup 1. Press and hold for three (3) seconds to enter the menu. 2. Repeatedly press until “Schedule” is highlighted. 3. Press to enter. 4. Press to choose “Disable” 5. Press VOL + or VOL – to choose Once, Every day or Disable 6.
SPECIFICATIONS • Memory: (2GB), Flash • Recording file format: WAV • Connectivity 3.5mm mic. jack 3.5mm headphone jack microSD card slot Mini USB • Power Requirement ο Battery: 3V (2 x AAA, not included) • System Requirements: MS windows 98 / ME / 2000 / XP / Vista / 7 / MAC X •...
USER SAFETY GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. These markings are located on the bottom, side or back of the unit. CAUTION: To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). Non- user- serviceable parts inside.
USER SAFETY GUIDE INSTRUCTIONS ON ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Do not dispose of this product in the usual household garbage at the end of its life cycle; bring it to a collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic appliances. This symbol on the product means the instructions for use or the packing will inform about the methods for disposal.
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USER SAFETY GUIDE 10. POWER CORD PROTECTION - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or obstructed by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point at which they exit from the appliance.
USER SAFETY GUIDE FCC NOTICE (USA) 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. FCC regulations state that any change or modification to the equipment, not expressly approved by maker or its authorized parties, could void user’s authority to operate this equipment.
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