Olympus DS 40 DS-40 Instructions (English)
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VOICE RECORDER DS-50 DS-40 DS-30 INSTRUCTIONS EN INSTRUCTIONS ES 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 - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 2
is found, please contact our Customer Support Center. ● 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 - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 3
Table of Contents P4 Safe and Proper Usage P6 Getting Started P9 1 About Recording P23 2 About Playback P34 3 Erase and other functions P47 4 Display and Sound Functions P55 5 Menu Setting P60 6 Using the Recorder on Your PC P65 7 Managing Files on Your PC P76 8 DSS Player - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 4
16 Setting Time/Date (Time&Date 17 Notes on the Folders 19 2 About Recording Before recording 23 Recording 25 Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA 28 Recording Modes (Rec Mode 30 Microphone Sensitivity 31 Set the Low Cut Filter (LowCut Filter) ..... 32 3 About Playback Playing - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 5
on the Recorder Importing Content for Listening on the Recorder 79 11 Other Practical Use Methods Using as External Memory of the Computer 80 12 Other Information Alarm Message List 81 Troubleshooting 82 Accessories (optional 84 Specifications 85 Technical Assistance and Support .......... 86 - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 6
more about the digital voice recorder. If the DSS Player is installed, click on the [Start] button, select [All Programs], then [OLYMPUS DSS Player], then click on [DS-50/40/30 ONLINE INSTRUCTIONS]. You can read more about the items listed below. Recording from External Microphone or Other Devices - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 7
). ● Keep the unit out of the reach of children. Recorded content in memory may be destroyed or erased by operating mistakes, unit malfunction, or during third party other than Olympus or an Olympus authorized service station, or any other reasons is excluded from the - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 8
in the vicinity of flammable gas (including gasoline, benzine and lacquer thinner). In case • ... the internal parts of the AC adapter are exposed because it has outlet, and; 3 call your dealer or local Olympus representative for servicing. Continued use of the AC adapter under these circumstances - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 9
-2 Audio Layer-3) format files. (☞ P34, 65) ● A exclusive remote control (supplied with the DS-50 only) can be attached to the recorder to control recording and stop operations. (☞ P24) ● It uses a removable stereo microphone. (☞ P23) • The stereo microphone can be removed when it is not necessary - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 10
set intervals. ● Comes with DSS Player software.(☞ P65) • If you transfer voice files recorded with the recorder to a PC, you can easily play back, organize, and edit the files. • If you connect the recorder to a computer, you can use it as a USB microphone or USB speaker. ● The "DSS Player" can be - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 11
of Parts 9 # FOLDER/ button $ VOLUME (+) button 1 Exclusive stereo microphone % 9(Fast Forward) button (ME53S) ^ VOLUME (-) button 2 MIC (Microphone) / REMOTE jack & 0(Rewind) button 3 Built-in monaural microphone 4 REC (Record) button 5 STOP button 6 PLAY button 7 DISPLAY/Podcast button - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 12
(RS29 supplied with the DS-50 only) Recording and stop operations can be 1 performed by connecting the remote controller to the recorder. The remote controller can also be used as a remote controlled stereo microphone by connecting it to the exclusive stereo microphone (ME53S). Display (LCD - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 13
appears on the display, replace the batteries as soon as possible. When the battery is too weak, "Battery Low" appears on the display and the recorder shuts down. When changing batteries, AAA alkaline batteries or Olympus Ni-MH batteries (☞P14) are recommended. 13 - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 14
Ni-MH rechargeable batteries from Olympus can be used in the recorder. Use them with the BU-400 1 Olympus Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Charger in while recording using batteries, it may not be possible to play back the voice data being recorded. Warning • Always stop recording before connection or - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 15
appears, the power will be turned on. The resume function will bring the recorder back to the stop position in memory before power was turned off. Turning Off stop position before the power is turned off. Power save mode If the recorder is on and stops for 10 minutes or longer (default), the display - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 16
during playback (recording), operation is disabled with the playback (recording) state unchanged. (When playback has ended and the recording has ended due to the remaining memory being used up, it will stop.) • Even if the recorder is in HOLD mode, operations using the remote control are still - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 17
is automatically stored for each file. Setting the date and time beforehand enables easier file management. When you use the recorder for the first time after purchasing it, or turn the power on after having removed the batteries for one minute or longer to 1 change them - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 18
1 Notes • If you press the OK button during the setup operation, the recorder will save the items that were set to that point. • After setup, a the guidance is not required, select "Off", and the screen goes into "Voice Guide" setup (☞P57). If you don't want the guidance feature, select "Off". - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 19
or transferred language and music data from a computer can be saved as "files". "Folder A" through "Folder E" are voice-recording folders, so choose one of these five folders when recording on this recorder. Up to 200 files can be saved in each folder, and up to two layers can be created within the - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 20
the Audible mode. Open the "Podcast" folder While the recorder is stopped, press the Podcast button for one second or longer. ➥ If the "Podcast" folder under the "Music" folder is opened, a list of files and folders within the folder will appear. For "Podcast" 20 please see Online manual. - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 21
Play button while a list of files is on display. Selecting "Audible" folder Selecting "Chapter 3" The recorder switches to the Audible mode. When the PLAY button is pressed, the recorder starts to play back a file from the Playback Position. Selecting "Music" folder Selecting "Contents" folder - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 22
0001.WMA Extension 1 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 "DS-50" , "DS-40" or "DS-30" . The user ID can be modified with DSS Player. 22 - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 23
-in monaural microphone, and exclusive remote control (provided with the DS-50 only). Choose a recording method according to your need. 2 Stereo recording using the exclusive stereo microphone Plug the exclusive stereo microphone into the recorder's MIC/ REMOTE jack for stereo recording in ST XQ - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 24
control. Use it as a remotely controlled stereo microphone If the exclusive stereo microphone is removed from the recorder and plugged into the exclusive remote control's Mic jack, it can be used as a remotely controlled stereo microphone. Connect the exclusive stereo microphone to the exclusive - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 25
light glows red. Turn the microphone in the direction of the source to be recorded. The display changes depending on the recording mode (☞P30). 2 When the exclusive remote control is connected, the remote control's REC/STOP Display in the stereo recording mode switch will work the same - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 26
be displayed when the memory or folder capacity is full. Delete any unnecessary files before recording any further (☞ P.47). Recording Pause Press the REC button while recording. ➥ "Rec Pause" will flash on the display. • The recorder will time out after 2 hours when left in "Rec Pause". Resume - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 27
sound will come from the speaker. ... Notes • Recording level cannot be controlled using the volume button. • When using the earphones, do NOT set the volume too high. Listening at very high volume may lead to hearing loss. • Do not place earphones near a microphone as this may cause feedback. 27 - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 28
Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) When the microphone senses that sounds have reached a preset threshold volume level, the built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) starts recording automatically, and stops when the volume drops below the threshold level. The VCVA feature extends recording time - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 29
Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator ...Notes • The start/stop actuation level also varies depending on the selected microphone sensitivity mode (☞ P31). • If the surrounding noise is loud, the starting sensitivity of the VCVA can be adjusted according to the recording situation. • To ensure - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 30
mode can be chosen from ST XQ (stereo extra high quality sound recording), ST HQ (stereo high quality sound recording), HQ (high quality sound recording), SP (standard recording), and LP (long-term recording). Recording Modes 2 3 1 While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 31
with a small number of people. DICT( ): Lowest recording sensitivity suitable for dictation. a Microphone sensitivity display ...Notes • When the speaker's voice is to be recorded clearly, set it to DICT (dictation) mode. If breath directly hits the microphone it will be noisy, so keep the - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 32
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. 2 2 1 While the recorder is stopped or during recording, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 33
in a quiet environment STXQ LECTURE Exclusive STXQ, STHQ CONF On stereo microphone (ME53S) STXQ, STHQ, HQ DICT STXQ Microphone Sensitivity *1 Off There is no particular recommendation. Choose a setting for recording. *1: Set the microphone sensitivity according to the volume being - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 34
MP3 format files. To play back a file recorded with other machines, you need to transfer (copy) it from a computer. Files saved in the Audible folder can play back in the Audible mode. For operation methods in the Audible mode, see Online manual. 3 1 1 Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 35
Press the PLAY or OK button to start playback. The record/play indicator light glows green. For files created using machines other than this recorder, the file format will appear on the display. ....MP3 change the display patterns (☞ P55). The displays indicated in this manual are default. 35 - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 36
an index mark or temp mark (☞P50) in the middle of the file, the recorder will stop at that location. • The recorder stops when it reaches the beginning of the file. Continue pressing the 0 button to proceed with the review from the end of the previous file. • If the 0 button is kept pressed - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 37
and playback starts at the previously set speed.* • If there is an index mark or temp mark (☞P50) in the middle of the file, the recorder will stop at that location. * If the skip space is set at other than file skip, the - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 38
Playing 3 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...Notes • To avoid irritation to the ear, insert the earphone after turning down the volume level. • When you listen - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 39
Play Mode (Play Mode) There are six play modes. You can choose whether to play by file or folder, or all files stored in the recorder. 2 1 While the recorder is stopped or during playback, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens. (☞ P60, 62) 1 2 Press the + or - button to - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 40
the menu. If the recorder goes to the menu screen recorder comes to the end of recorder stops at the start of the last file. • In "Folder" mode, when the recorder recorder stops at the start of the first file in the folder. • In "All" mode, after playing the last file in the folder, the recorder - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 41
again at the position where you want to end 3 segment repeat playback. The " Play" message appears, and repeat playback will start. The recorder repeatedly plays back the segment until the segment repeat playback is canceled. As in regular play mode, playback speed can be changed during - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 42
How to begin segment repeat playback ÅC@ancel the Segment Repeat Playback Function Press the OK button. ➥ Pressing the OK button will release segment repeat playback and stop playback. Press the STOP button. ➥ Pressing the STOP button will release segment repeat playback 3 and stop playback. - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 43
surroundings, adjust the Noise Cancel setting level. Noise will be reduced in the file when it's played back for better sound quality. 2 1 While the recorder is stopped or during playback, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens. (☞ P60, 62) 1 2 Press the + or - button to - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 44
Cancel Function (Noise Cancel) 6 Press the STOP button to close the menu. If the recorder goes to the menu screen during playback, press the 0 button to close the menu 6 fast playback/slow playback. • Noise Cancel is not available while the Voice Filter (☞ P45) is set. Noise Cancel Function 44 - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 45
filter setup process begins. 4 Press the + or - button to choose between "On" and "Off". On: Voice Filter will be turned on. 3 Off: Voice Filter will be canceled. If the recorder goes to the menu screen during playback, move the cursor to change playback sound accordingly. 5 5 Press the OK - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 46
Press the STOP button to close the menu. If the recorder goes to the menu screen 6 during playback, press the 0 button to close the menu screen. If it is set to "On", will appear on the display. a Voice Filter indicator 3 ...Note • Voice Filter is not available while Noise Cancel is set. Set - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 47
4 Erase and other functions Erasing Erasing One File at a Time A selected file can be erased from a folder. 1 Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder. 1 Every time the FOLDER button is pressed, it cycles through folders and the List display will appear (☞P20). 4 2 2 Press the + or - - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 48
{ Erasing Erasing Erase All Files from a Folder All files in a folder can be erased simultaneously. The locked files and the files set to read-only on the PC will not be erased. 1 1 Press the FOLDER button to select the folder in which you want to erase all files. 4 2 Press the ERASE button - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 49
to read-only will not be erased. • If an action is not selected within eight seconds on the "Cancel", "Erase", or "All Erase" screens, the recorder will return to stop status. • It may take over 10 seconds to complete erasing. Never turn the power off or remove batteries during this time - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 50
fast forward and fast rewind (☞P36) and when cuing a file (☞P37). Index marks cannot be placed on files created on machines other than Olympus IC recorders, but temp marks can be placed instead to temporarily remember desired locations. Setting an Index Mark or a Temp Mark 1 Press the INDEX button - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 51
number will automatically move up. Temp marks are temporary markings, so if you move to another file, switch to the list screen, or connect the recorder to a computer, they will be automatically erased. ...Notes • Up to 16 index and temp marks can be set in a file. If you try to place - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 52
and all function settings will return to defaults except date and time settings. Transfer any important files to a computer before formatting the recorder. If the recorder is formatted, data for guidance (☞P57), alarm playback, and starting/ closing tune when the power is turned On/Off (☞P15) will - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 53
" will turn on. 5 { 4 6 6 Press the + button again to choose "Start". 7 7 Press the OK button. Formatting begins and an indicator flashes on the display. Formatting the Recorder { "Format Done" displays when formatting ends. 53 - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 54
during formatting because data may be corrupted. It may take over 10 seconds to complete erasing. • Never format the recorder from a PC. • After formatting, recorded audio file names may start from 0001. • Once the recorder is formatted, the music files with DRM may not be transferred to the - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 55
5 Display and Sound Functions LCD Display Information The LCD screen on the recorder can display 3 different format of information by pressing the DISPLAY button. This help review and confirm different recorder settings and file information. 1 Press the DISPLAY button. The LCD display views will - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 56
not been reached). The audio input level display varies, depending on a stereo recording or a monaural recording. 2 Remaining memory bars/ Remaining recording time/VCVA recording level meter Display in the stereo recording mode The remaining time is displayed in decremental figures, whereas the - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 57
volume of guidance announcements. 2 1 While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens. (☞ P.60, 62) 1 2 Press the + or - button to choose "Voice Guide". 4 3 Press the OK or 9 button. The voice guide setup process begins. 5 Guidance 4 Press the - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 58
Guidance (Voice Guide) 1 "On/Off" setting 1 Press the + or - button to choose between "On" and "Off". On: Guidance will be provided. 2 Off: Guidance will be canceled. 2 Press the - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 59
Guidance (Voice Guide) 7 6 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. If the 0 is turned On/Off (☞P15) can be canceled if you set the 5 guidance to Off. • If the recorder is formatted (☞P52), guidance data will also be erased and the feature will not be available in the future (☞P76 - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 60
can set each menu item as follows. 2 6 1 While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The menu opens. (☞ P62 ) Menu items can be set during a recording or 1 playback. (☞ P64) 2 Press the + or - button to move to the - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 61
Menu Setting Method 4 3 Press the OK or 9 button. Moves to the setting of the selected item. 3 4 Press the + or - button to change the setting. 6 5 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. If the 0 button is pressed, the setting will 6 be canceled and it will return to the menu. 5 - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 62
Menu List 6 *Please see online manual for details. 62 Menu List - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 63
Menu List 6 *Please see online manual for details. 63 Menu List - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 64
Menu List 6 *Please see online manual for details. Menu List * * *"Play Mode" and "Skip Space" cannot be set in the 64 Audible mode. - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 65
files on your PC. Audio files recorded using the recorder can be played using the DSS Player software included on the provided CD-ROM or Windows Media Player. • 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 - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 66
Files in Your PC ● Data can be written or uploaded to the recorder even though the attribute of the recorder drive is shown as Read-only by the operating system of the PC. ● As the noise may cause adverse effects on electronics devices nearby the recorder, unplug the earphone when you connect the - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 67
, DVD-ROM drive 7 Sound card: Creative Labs Sound Blaster 16 or 100% compatible sound card Using DSS Player Software Browser: Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.01 SP2 or later Display: USB port: 800 x 600 pixels or more, 256 colors or more One free port Audio I/O terminals: Earphone output or - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 68
Using DSS Player Software Notes • The support service will not cover if your PC has been updated from Windows 95/98/Me to Windows 2000/XP. • Any failure on a self-modified PC will not be covered under the operational warranty. 7 68 Using DSS Player Software - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 69
to your PC and use it, you must first install the DSS player software from the included Software CD. Applications included with "DSS Player" • DSS Player: Recorded voice files can be downloaded to the PC for complete file management and playback solution. Be sure to confirm the following before - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 70
Installing Software Installing DSS Player 5 Register user information. Enter your name, company name and the 7 Licensing Agreement to install DSS Player. If you accept them, click [Yes]. Installing Software 7 Select where to install DSS Player. This lets you specify the folder in which to - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 71
to your PC for the first time after installing DSS Player, the recorder's driver will be installed automatically. If the driver is installed properly, DSS Player will start automatically. (For details about operation for DSS Player see pages from P75) Installing Software 7 Installing Software 71 - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 72
Online Help, you have the following options. • Click the [start] button, select [All Programs], then [Olympus DSS Player], then click [Help]. • While DSS Player is running, choose [Contents] from the [Olympus DSS Player Help] menu. • While DSS Player is running, press [F1] on the keyboard. Search - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 73
USB cable 1 Turn the recorder's power ON. 2 Connect the USB connection cable to the USB port or the USB hub of the PC. 3 Confirm that the recorder has stopped and connect a USB cable to the connection port on the side of recorder. "Remote (Storage)" is displayed on 7 recorder if the USB cable - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 74
the data will be destroyed. • When the recorder is connected to a PC, the power will be supplied from the USB cable. • 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 - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 75
Running DSS Player By connecting the recorder to your PC, you can automatically start the Player to reinstate again. 2 Manual start 3 7 Running DSS Player 1 Start Windows. 2 Click the [start] button, select [All Programs], then [Olympus DSS Player]. 3 Click [Olympus DSS Player]. 2 ... Note - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 76
the recorder. Copying Voice Guide Data 1 Make sure that the recorder's voice guide is set to "On". If the recorder's voice guide is set to "Off" the voice guide data cannot be copied. 2 Connect the recorder to a PC. For how to connect to a computer, see "Connecting to your PC using the USB cable - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 77
" which is equipped with more functions. In addition to the DSS Player functions, voice recognition using voice recognition software, joining of files, sharing of files and the menu setting of this recorder can be utilized. Upgrade Function Purchase and Upgrade To purchase "DSS Player Plus" and - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 78
Upgrade Function Upgrade Function 3 Select [Upgrade to DSS Player Plus] from the [Help] menu. The "Upgrade to DSS Player Plus" dialog will be displayed. 3 4 In the [Upgrade to DSS Player Plus] dialog, enter the license number of your purchase, and click the [OK] button. When starting the - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 79
Manager • Download Audible content available from the Audible web site for a fee to a computer. ➥ See "Loading Audible Content" (☞ ONLINE INSTRUCTIONS P146) for details. Directly record files to the Recorder • Connect the recorder to another device to record directly to the recorder. ➥ Please - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 80
recorder connected to your PC, you can download data from the memory to your PC and upload data stored on your PC to the memory. Example: Copying Data from PC to Recorder 2 Connecting the recorder to your PC. For the connection procedure, refer to "Connecting to Your PC using the USB cable" (☞ P73). - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 81
Error in the internal Error in the internal memory. This is a malfunction, so go to the store where you purchased the recorder or an memory Olympus service station for repair. Alarm Message List Licence Mismatch Illegally copied The music files copied file illegally. Delete the file (☞ P47 - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 82
file on the PC. Noise heard The recorder was shaken during during playback recording. The recorder was placed near a cell phone or fluorescent lamp while recording or during playback. Move the recorder. Troubleshooting Recording level The microphone sensitivity is too low. too low Set the - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 83
Troubleshooting Symptom Cannot find the recorded voice Probable cause Wrong folder. Action Switch to the right folder. The recorder does not start at the set time with "Timer Rec" or "Alarm" The clock has not been set properly. Verify the "Current Time" to reset - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 84
for the DS-30, DS-40, and DS-50. Remotely controls the recorder's recording/stop functions. If the supplied stereo microphone (ME53S) is plugged in, it can be used as a remote control stereo microphone. Exclusive case: CS113 (supplied for the DS-50 only) Special case for the DS-30, DS-40, and DS-50 - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 85
mode: 100 to 3,000 Hz Recording time DS-50: 1 GB STEREO XQ mode: 17 hours 30 minutes STEREO HQ mode: 35 hours 10 minutes HQ mode: 70 hours 20 minutes SP mode: 138 hours 30 minutes LP mode: 275 hours 20 minutes DS-40: 512 MB STEREO XQ mode: 8 hours 40 minutes STEREO HQ mode: 17 hours 20 minutes - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 86
The following are contact information for technical support for Olympus recorders and software only. ◆ Technical Hotline Number in the U.S. and Canada 1-888-553-4448 ◆ User Support E-mail address in the U.S. and Canada [email protected] ◆ Technical Hotline Number in Europe Toll free number - Olympus DS 40 | DS-40 Instructions (English) - Page 87
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DIGITAL VOICE
RECORDER
DS-50
DS-40
DS-30
INSTRUCTIONS
EN
INSTRUCTIONS
ES
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.