Olympus DS-2600 User manual

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DIGITAL
VOICE RECORDER
DS-2600
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 recording, we recommend that you test the record function and volume before use.

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1 Getting started
Main features ....................................4
Names of parts..................................5
Recorder .............................................................5
Display................................................................. 6
Inserting the battery ........................7
Charge the battery ...........................8
Charging directly via USB cable ................. 8
Charge using the docking station.............8
Using the lithium ion battery...................... 9
Power supply from USB cable or AC
adapter ............................................10
Turn the power on ..........................11
Memory card ...................................11
Compatible memory cards ........................11
Inserting and ejecting a memory card....12
Setting time and date
[Time & date]...................................13
Changing the time and date.....................14
Operate the slide switch.................15
2 Basic operations
Recording ........................................16
New recording................................................17
Overwrite recording.....................................18
Insert recording..............................................19
Recording monitor..........................20
Playback ..........................................21
Erasing.............................................23
Erasing files......................................................23
Partially erasing a file ...................................23
3 Advanced operations
Selecting folders and files..............25
Displaying file information............25
Index marks.....................................26
How to use the menu......................27
Menu items......................................29
File menu .................................................29
Recording menu....................................29
LCD/ Sound menu ................................30
Device menu...........................................31
Formatting the memory card
[Format] ...........................................32
Table of contents

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Table of contents
4 Managing files on your PC
DSS Player Software.......................34
Operating environment..............................35
Using online help ..........................................35
Connecting to your PC....................36
Connecting to your PC using the
USB cable..........................................................36
Connecting to your PC using the
docking station ..............................................36
Disconnecting from your PC .....................37
5 Other information
Alarm message list..........................38
Troubleshooting .............................39
Device care ......................................41
Accessories (optional) ....................41
Copyright and trademark
information .....................................42
Safety precautions..........................43
Specifications..................................47
Indications used in this manual
NOTE
Describes precautions and operations that should be
absolutely avoided in using the voice recorder.
TIP
Describes useful information and hints that will help
you getting the most out of your voice recorder.
☞
Indicates reference pages describing details or
related information.
This manual is the advanced version. Additionally,
the basic version (Quick User Guide), which
summarizes basic operation, is also included with
this product.

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Main features
Main features
sSlide switch operation for ease of use
and fast response.
sThree recording modes are available
for selection: DSS, PCM, and MP3
(☞P.29).
sTwo microphone modes are provided:
dictation and conference. Select the one
that is the best match for your purpose
or usage environment (☞P.29).
sLithium ion battery rechargeable via
USB cable.
Getting started
sThis recorder is compatible with USB
2.0, enabling fast data transfer to a
computer.
sFive folders and up to 200 files per
folder, for a maximum of 1,000
recordings (☞P.16).
sLarge color LCD display.
sIndex mark function which is useful to
search particular points in the dictation
files (☞P.26).

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Names of parts
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Names of parts
1q(earphone) jack
2Built-in 2nd microphone (L)
3Display
4Programmable smart (F1,F2,F3)
buttons
5+(volume) button
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0 (rewind) button
7–(volume) button
8Built-in speaker
9SD card slot
0m(microphone) jack
!Built-in main microphone (R)
@NEW button
#LED indicator light
$Slide (sREC/ 4STOP/ `PLAY/
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switch
%OK/MENU button
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9 (fast forward) button
&k(erase) button
*POWER (ON/OFF) switch
(Battery cover release button
)Battery cover
-Docking station connector
=USB connector
Recorder

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Names of parts
Names of parts
Display in the recording
mode
Display in the playback
mode
Display in the device
information
Display
1Recording media indicator
2Battery status indicator
3Slide switch guide
[ ]: Recording indicator
[ ]: Stop indicator
[ ]: Playback indicator
[ ]: Fast-rewind indicator
4Current recording time
5Recording level meter
6File information area
7Current playback time
8File length
9Current position
0Playback position bar
!Device information area
Meanings of indicators
[ ]: Internal memory
[
]: SD card
[ ]: SD card lock status
[ ]: Battery
[ ]: Folder
[ ]: File lock
[ ] [ ] [ ], etc.: Recording mode
[ ] [ ] [ ]: Microphone sensitivity
[ ]: VCVA (Variable Control Voice Actuator)
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Inserting the battery
Inserting the battery
This recorder uses a lithium ion battery specified
by Olympus (Li-92B). Do not use any other type of
battery.
1Lightly press down on the battery cover
release button, then open the battery
cover, as shown in the illustration below.
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2Insert the battery observing the correct
polarity as shown in the illustration,
then close the battery cover.
• Insert the battery by sliding in direction A
while pushing down in direction B.
• The supplied battery is not fully charged. It is
recommended to fully charge it before using the
recorder for the first time or after the battery has
been left unattended for a long time (☞P. 8) .
Battery indicator
The battery indicator on the display will decrease as
the battery loses power.
(100-20% White) (19-1% Red) (0 %)
• When the battery indicator turns red, charge the
battery as soon as possible. When the battery is
too weak, [ ] and [Battery low] will appear on
the display and the recorder will shut down.
NOTE
• Turn off the recorder before removing the
battery. Removing the battery while the recorder
is still in use may cause malfunctions, file
corruption or file loss.
• Remove the battery if you are not going to use
the recorder for an extended period of time.
• After removing the battery, it may become
necessary to re-set the time and date if you leave
the battery out of the recorder for more than
1minute or if you remove the battery right after
loading it into the recorder.

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Charge the battery
After loading the battery into the recorder, you
can charge it by connecting the USB cable to the
recorder.
Charging directly via USB cable
After loading the battery into the recorder, you
can charge it by connecting the USB cable to the
recorder.
Connect the USB cable to the recorder.
Charge using the docking station
The docking station and AC adapter are sold
separately.
Charge using docking station and AC adapter
Fully charge the battery (approx. 2 hours)before use.
1Connect the AC adapter to the docking
station.
2Firmly press the recorder all the way
into the docking station as shown in the
illustration.
Charge the battery
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CHARGE indicator light
• The CHARGE indicator light turns on when
charging starts, and turns off when charging is
complete.
Charge using docking station and USB cable
Fully charge the battery (approx. 4 hours) before use.
Verify that the recorder is in stop mode.
Connect the USB cable to the docking
station.

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Charge the battery
Charge the battery
Recommended temperature range of use:
During operation:
0°C - 42°C/ 32°F - 107.6°F
Charging:
5°C - 35°C/ 41°F - 95°F
Using the battery outside the above temperature
range may result in declining efficiency and shorter
battery life.
NOTE
• When disposing the batteries, always observe
the local laws and regulations. Contact your local
recycling center for proper disposal methods.
• If battery is not fully discharged, protect it
against short-circuiting (e.g. by taping the
contacts) before disposal.
For customers in Germany:
Olympus has a contract with the GRS (Joint Battery
Disposal Association) in Germany to ensure
environmentally friendly disposal.
NOTE
• Charge the battery frequently during the first
period of use. The battery will perform better
after several charge/discharge cycles.
• Models of batteries which are different from the
included one may not be charged.
• Charging the battery via the USB cable
connection may not be successful depending on
the power capacity of the USB port in your PC.
Use the AC adapter instead.
• Do not set or remove the recorder from the
docking station while operating.
• Do not charge the recorder through a USB hub.
• Do not attach or remove the battery if the USB
cable is connected.
Using the lithium ion battery
This recorder uses a lithium ion battery specified
by Olympus (Li-92B). Do not use any other type of
battery.
Cautions concerning the battery
Read the following instructions carefully when you
use the battery.
Discharging:
Rechargeable batteries self-discharge while not in
use. Charge it regularly before use.
Battery life:
Over time, the rechargeable battery may gradually
wear down. When the operating time becomes
shorter even if the rechargeable battery is fully
charged under the specified condition, replace it
with a new one.
Operating temperature:
Rechargeable batteries are chemical products.
Battery efficiency may vary even when operating
within the recommended temperature range.
This is an inherent nature of these products.

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Power supply from USB cable or AC adapter
Use the AC adapter or USB cable when recording for
extended period of time.
The docking station and AC adapter are sold
separately.
Use the USB cable
1Verify that the recorder is in stop mode.
2Connect the USB cable to the recorder.
Detecting abnormal voltage
If the recorder detects a DC power voltage
outside the allowed voltage range (4.4-5.5V),
then [Power supply error Remove power
plug] will appear on the display, and all
operation will stop. The recorder will not be
operable if abnormal voltage is detected. Use
the AC adapter.
Power supply from USB cable or AC adapter
Use the AC adapter
Plug the AC adapter into a household power outlet
and connect the power plug to the recorder via the
docking station. Always turn off the recorder before
you connect power.