DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER DS-660 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. EN 1 Safe and Proper Usage Before using your new recorder, read this manual carefully to ensure that you know how to operate it safely and correctly. Keep this manual in an easily accessible location for future reference. · The warning symbols indicate important safety related information. To protect yourself and others from personal injury or damage to property, it is essential that you always read the warnings and information provided. Using Voice Recognition Software (optional) ... 68 USB Microphone/ USB Speaker (USB AUDIO) ................ 72 Send Voice Files with E-mail ...................... 74 How to Install and Activate Mail Function ... 75 General Precautions G Do not leave the recorder in hot, humid locations such as inside a closed automobile under direct sunlight or on the beach in the summer. G Do not store the recorder in places exposed to excessive moisture or dust. G Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol and lacquer thinner to clean the unit. G Do not place the recorder on top of or near electric appliances such as TVs or refrigerators. G Avoid recording or playing back near cellular phones or other wireless equipment, as they may cause interference and noise. If you experience noise, move to another place, or move the recorder further away from such equipment. G Avoid sand or dirt. These can cause irreparable damage. G Avoid strong vibrations or shocks. G Do not disassemble, repair or modify the unit yourself. G Do not operate the unit while operating a vehicle (such as a bicycle, motorcycle, or go-cart). G Keep the unit out of the reach of children. Using the Online Manual When you install the DSS Player Pro on your PC from the CD-ROM, you can use an online expanded version of this instruction manual, allowing you to learn more about the digital voice recorder. If the DSS Player is installed, click the [Start] button, select [All Programs], then [ OLYMPUS DSS Player Pro], then click [DS-660 Instructions]. You can read more about the items listed below. Continuous Playback (ALL PLAY) .............. 22 LCD Contrast Adjustment (CONTRAST) ...... 32 Backlight (BACKLIGHT) ............................33 Moving Files Across Folders ...................... 38 System Sounds (BEEP) ............................. 40 Uninstalling Software ................................. 49 Upload Voice Files to the Recorder ............ 60 Direct Recording on PC and Editing on PC ... 62 Changing User ID (Author ID) .................... 65 Changing a Folder Name ........................... 66 Editing File Comments ............................... 66 Editing a Template .....................................67 2 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. AC Adapter Warning · Do not attempt to disassemble, repair or modify the AC adapter in any way. · Keep foreign objects including water, metal, or flammable substances from getting inside the product. · Do not moisten the AC adapter or touch it with a wet hand. · Do not use the AC adapter in the vicinity of flammable gas (including gasoline, benzine and lacquer thinner). Batteries Warning · Batteries should never be exposed to flame, heated, short-circuited or disassembled. · Do not attempt to recharge alkaline, lithium or any other non-rechargeable batteries. · Never use any battery with a torn or cracked outer cover. · Keep batteries out of the reach of children. · If you notice anything unusual when using this product such as abnormal noise, heat, smoke, or a burning odor: 1 remove the batteries immediately while being careful not to burn yourself, and; 2 call your dealer or local Olympus representative for service. In case · ... the internal parts of the AC adapter are exposed because it has been dropped or otherwise damaged: · ... the AC adapter is dropped in water, or if water, metal flammable substances or other foreign objects get inside it: · ... you notice anything unusual when using the AC adapter such as abnormal noise, heat, smoke, or a burning odor: 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. 3 Main Features G The recorder stores highly compressed DSS format voice messages in 32 MB integrated flash memory. G The recorder supports two recording modes, SP (Standard Playback) mode or LP (Long Playback) mode ( P.18). · Continuous recording time is approximately 5 hours and 10 minutes in SP mode and approximately 11 hours in LP mode.*1 G Comes with DSS Player software ( P.38). G A USB connected Cradle for data download from the recorder to the PC ( P.44). *1: Available recording time for one continuous file. Available recording time may be shorter if many short recordings are made. (The displayed available recording time and recorded time are approximate indications.) *2: Do not use with Windows 98 as computer operation may become unstable. G The five folders can hold 199 files each, for the maximum of 995 recordings ( P.12). G You may assign your own names to folders ( P.31). G Recorded files may be moved from one folder to another. G Has a built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) function ( P.16). G You can insert or delete index marks ( P.28). G You can input file comments. G The recorder has Fast Playback and Slow Playback functions to control playback speed ( P.21). G If you connect the recorder to a computer, you can use it as a USB microphone or USB speaker. *2 G The large LCD screen with backlight can be easily read even in the dark. G The recorder has a Noise Cancel Function ( P.26). .......................................................................... IBM and PC/AT are the trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Apple, Macintosh, iMac, Mac, and PowerMac are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Adobe and Acrobat Reader are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. CORTOLOGIC is a registered trademark of Cortologic AG. Other product and brand names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. 4 Table of Contents Getting Started Identification of Parts ................................. 6 Inserting Batteries ...................................... 8 Using the AC Adapter ................................ 9 Hold ........................................................... 9 Setting Time/Date (TIME&DATE) ............. 10 Basic operations Recording ................................................ 12 Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) ...................... 16 Recording Modes (REC MODE) .............. 18 Microphone Sensitivity ............................. 19 Playing .................................................... 20 Erasing .................................................... 22 Noise Cancel Function ............................. 26 Other functions Locking Files (LOCK) ............................... Index Marks ............................................. Alarm Playback Function (ALARM) .......... Assigning Folder Names (FolderName) ... Assigning File Comments (COMMENT) .. 27 28 29 31 34 LCD Display Information .......................... 35 Formatting the Recorder (FORMAT) ........ 36 Menu List ................................................. 37 Managing Files on Your PC Using DSS Player Software ..................... Installing Software ................................... Using Online Help .................................... Connecting to Your PC ............................ Running DSS Player ................................ 38 40 43 44 46 Window Names ....................................... 48 Download Voice Files from the Recorder .... 49 Play a Voice File ...................................... 51 Other Information Alarm Message List ................................. 52 Troubleshooting ....................................... 53 Accessories (optional) ............................. 54 Specifications .......................................... 55 Technical Assistance And Support ........... 55 5 Identification of Parts 123 4 & 5 ^ % $ # @ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 ! @ # $ Built-in microphone Record/Play indicator lamp Microphone jack VOLUME control NEW button REC (Record) /SET button INDEX button REW (Rewind) /­ button FF (Fast Forward) /+ button FOLDER/MENU button HOLD switch Built-in speaker STOP button ERASE button % ^ & * ( ) = q w e ) ( = q * r e w Identification of Parts 6 7 8 9 0 ! PLAY button DISPLAY button Display (LCD screen) PC (USB) terminal Cradle connection terminals Battery cover Strap hole Earphone jack Clip Power jack MICSENS (Microphone sensitivity) switch r Cradle attachment point 6 Display (LCD Screen) 5 1 2 3 4 6 7 How to Use the Clip Identification of Parts 8 1 Battery indicator 2 Alarm indicator 3 VCVA (Variable Control Voice Actuator) indicator 4 Record mode indicator 5 Folder 6 Current file number 7 Erase lock indicator 8 Character Information display · Press the area that the arrow points to. · Do not force the clip wider, as it may break. 7 Inserting Batteries 1 2 3 1 2 3 Lightly press down on the arrow and slide the battery cover open. Insert two AAA alkaline batteries, observing the correct polarity. Close the battery cover completely. Inserting Batteries Replacing batteries The battery indicator on the display changes as the batteries lose power. When appears on the display, replace the batteries as soon as possible. When the batteries are too weak, the recorder shuts down and "BATTERY LOW" appears on the display. AAA alkaline batteries are recommended. ....................................................................................................... Notes · Be sure to stop the recorder before replacing the batteries. Unloading the batteries while the recorder is in use may corrupt the file. If you 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. It is crucial to change the batteries once you see only one Hash mark in the battery icon. · Be sure to replace both batteries at the same time. · Never mix old and new batteries, or batteries of different types and/or brands. · If it takes longer than 1 minute to replace dead batteries, you may have to reset the time when you load fresh batteries ( P.10). · Remove the batteries if you are not going to use the recorder for an extended period of time. 8 Using the AC Adapter Plug the optional AC adapter (Olympus Model 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 connection. Otherwise it may not be possible to play back the voice data being recorded. Hold Using the AC Adapter/Hold Warning · Always stop recording before connection or disconnection. · When the AC adapter is not in use, disconnect the power supply plug from the power outlet. · Use only the correct power supply voltage as indicated on the adapter. · Do not use the AC adapter when connecting the recorder to the USB port. Setting the HOLD switch to the HOLD position. If you set the recorder to HOLD status by sliding the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow, the current conditions will be preserved, and all buttons and switches except the HOLD switch will be disabled. This feature is useful when the recorder has to be carried in a bag or pocket. Remember to reset the HOLD switch when using the recorder. Notes · If you set the recorder to hold during Stop mode, the display goes dark. If you press any button, the time will flash for about 2 seconds, but the function of the button is disabled. · 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. · If you are recording when you switch the recorder to HOLD, recording will continue until the recorder memory runs out. HOLD 9 Setting Time/Date (TIME&DATE) If you have set the time and date, information as to when an audio fil ...