Olympus DS DS-3000 User manual

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DIGITAL VOICE
RECORDER
DS-3000
ONLINE
INSTRUCTIONS
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.

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For Safe And
Correct Usage
Thank you for purchasing the Olympus
Digital Voice Recorder DS-3000. 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
safetyrelatedinformation.Toprotectyourself
and others from personal injury or damage
to property, it is essential that you always
heedthewarningsand information provided.
General Precautions
●Do not leave the recorder in hot, humid
locationssuchasinsideaclosedautomobile
under direct sunlight or on the beach in the
summer.
●Donotstore the recorderinplaces exposed
to excessive moisture or dust.
●Donotuseorganic solvents such asalcohol
and lacquer thinner to clean the unit.
●Do not place the recorder on top of or near
electric appliances such as TVs or
refrigerators.
●Avoid sand or dirt. These can cause
irreparable damage.
●Avoid strong vibrations or shocks.
●Donotdisassemble,repairormodifytheunit
yourself.
●Do not operate the unit while operating a
vehicle (such as a bicycle, motorcycle, or
go-cart).
●Keep the unit out of the reach of children.
IBM, PC/AT and ViaVoice are the trademarks or
registered trademarks of International Business
Machines Corporation.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation.
Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel
Corporation.
Macintosh and Apple are registered trademarks of
Apple Computer, Inc.
Other product and brand names mentioned herein
may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective owners.

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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:
1remove the batteries immediately while
being careful not to burn yourself, and;
2call your dealer or local Olympus
representative for servicing.
AC Adapter
Warning
• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair or
modify the AC adapter in any way.
• Keep 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 theAC adapter 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 been dropped or
otherwise damaged:
• ...theAC 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:
1do not touch any of the exposed parts
2immediately disconnect the power
supply plug from the power outlet, and
3call 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.

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●The DS-3000 digital voice recorder stores
highly compressed DSS audio files on
SmartMedia cards.
●The DS-3000 supports two recording
modes: SP (Standard Playback) mode and
LP (Long Playback) mode (→P.22). The
supplied 16MB SmartMedia card can store
approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes of
recordings* in SP mode and approximately
5 hours and 30 minutes* in LP mode. A
64MB SmartMedia card (sold separately)
can hold up to 22 hours and 20 minutes* of
recordings.
●TheVariableControl VoiceActuator(VCVA)
saves memory space by pausing recording
when the recorder judges that there is no
sound (→P.30).
●Recorded audio files can be stored in three
separate folders for easier identification in
future use.
●Overwrite recording, insert recording,
additional recording and partial erasure
functions make it easy to correct and edit
recordings.
●Furthermore, the AS-3000 transcription kit
(sold separately) provides you with a PC-
footswitchand DSSPlayerProTranscription
Module for easy transcription of DSS
recordings.
* The recording time available may be shorter than
specified if a large number of short recordings are
made. (Use the remaining time and recorded time
only as references.)
Main Features

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Table of Contents
Getting Started
SmartMedia................................................ 6 Identification of Parts .................................8
Preparing For Recording
Inserting Batteries ....................................10
Replacing Batteries .................................. 11
Using the ACAdapter............................... 11
Setting Time/Date ....................................12
Inserting and Ejecting
SmartMedia cards .............................14
Basic operations
Recording.................................................16
Microphone Sensitivity .............................21
Recording Modes ..................................... 22
Playing .....................................................23
Erasing .....................................................26
Other functions
Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator
(VCVA)...............................................30
Locking Files ............................................ 31
Index Marks .............................................32
System Sounds ........................................33
Alarm Playback Function .........................34
Moving Files Across
Folders...............................................36
Assigning Folder Names .......................... 38
Setting Priority Levels .............................. 40
Setting Job Data ......................................42
Formatting SmartMedia ...........................46
Transferring Data to a PC ........................ 47
Other Information
Dealer Option Items ................................. 48
Hold..........................................................48
Reset........................................................48
Training your PC for Voice Recognition ...49
Menu List .................................................50
Alarm Message List .................................51
Troubleshooting ....................................... 52
Specifications ...........................................53
Accessories (optional).............................. 54
Technical Assistance And Support ...........55

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SmartMedia
What is SmartMedia?
SmartMediaisatypeof removable IC memory
card. With more memory than a floppy disk,
SmartMedia cards facilitate data exchange
with personal computers, and can be used to
store data. Optional SmartMedia cards are
available to add capacity as needed, in
addition to the included 16MB SmartMedia
card.
When purchasing SmartMedia cards of
various memory capacities, specify 3 V
(3.3 V) SmartMedia cards (in memory sizes
of 4, 8, 16, 32, and 64MB) for the Olympus
CAMEDIA digital camera series.
Notes
• Commercial5VSmartMediacards cannot be used.
• This product is compatible with SmartMedia cards
that have the copyright protection ID feature, and
with SmartMedia cards without the ID feature.
(Audio files recorded with this product are not
protected by copyright law.)
• Never use SmartMedia cards with products that
are not compliant with the SSFDC Forum*
(including certain models of MP3 players).
* The SSFDC Forum is a voluntary organization
committedtopromoting SmartMedia asadefacto
standard in the industry. The DS-3000 adheres
toa format recommendedby the SSFDC Forum.
Memory Sizes of SmartMedia Cards
and Approximate Recording Times*
Memory Size SP Mode LP Mode
4MB 35 min. 1 hr.20 min.
8MB 1 hr.15 min. 2 hr.45 min.
16MB 2 hr.35 min. 5 hr.30 min.
32MB 5 hr.10 min. 11 hr.10 min.
64MB 10 hr.25 min. 22 hr.20 min.
* Recording time is calculated using a single audio
filerecordedcontinuously.Ifaudio files arerecorded
intermittently, recording time may be shorter than
indicated.
Audio Recording Format
The DS-3000 stores highly compressed DSS
(Digital Speech Standard) audio files on
SmartMedia cards.
SmartMedia

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Write-protect SmartMedia
Awrite-protectseal(suppliedwithSmartMedia
card) can be attached to a SmartMedia card
toguardagainstaccidentalrecording, erasing,
and formatting.
Attach the write-protect seal to the write-
protect area to prevent valuable data from
being erased accidentally.
Remove the write-protect seal before
recording or erasing.
Notes
• Attach the write-protect seal to the write-protect
area carefully, without letting the seal stick out, lift,
or peel.
• Do not use commercial seals.
• Write-protect seals cannot be reused.
• A dirty write-protect seal may disable the write-
protect feature. Wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
• A SmartMedia card with a write-protect seal
attached to it may not be write-protected when
using the card with other products.
SmartMedia
Write-protect
area

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Identification of Parts
1Built-in microphone
2NEW button
3REC (Record) /SET button
4REW (Rewind) /– button
5FF (Fast Forward) /+ button
6INDEX button
7ERASE button
8Built-in speaker
9FOLDER/MENU button
0STOPbutton
!PLAY button
@Display (LCD panel)
#Record/Play indicator lamp
$VOLUME control
%Earphone jack
^SmartMedia slot
&Microphone jack
*SmartMedia ejection switch
(POWER/LOCK switch
)MICSENS (Microphone sensitivity)
switch
-VCVA switch
=HOLD switch
qPower jack
wPC (USB) terminal
eBattery cover
Identification of Parts

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Display (LCD Panel)
1Folder
2Battery indicator
3Recording date/time mark
4Remaining memory mark
5Total file time mark
6Record mode
7Alarm mark
8Erase lock mark
9Current file
0Current time, elapsed time,
recording time, operation guides,
menu display, etc.
!Date, remaining memory, total
recording time of the playing file,
operation guides, etc.
Stopped State
The display appears as shown below when
recording or playback is stopped.
Identification of Parts
Current file number
Stop position
Total recording time
of the file

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Inserting Batteries
1
Slide open the battery cover.
2
Insert two AAA alkaline batteries, observing the
correct polarity.
3
Close the battery cover completely.
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Note
Thehourindicatorwill flash automaticallywhenyouinsertbatteriesbefore
using the recorder for the first time, or after the recorder hasn’t been
used for a long time.Adjust the time by following Steps 1 to 2 in “Setting
Time/Date” (→P.12, 13).
Inserting Batteries