Olympus DM-901 - Manual

Names of par ts 5 EN Names of parts Display 4 [ Home ] screen 4 6 7 5 2 1 3 1 [ Music ] mode ( ☞ P.36) 2 [ Podcast ] mode ( ☞ P.36) 3 [ Scheduler ] mode ( ☞ P.49) 4 Cursor 5 [ Menu ] mode ( ☞ P.55) 6 [ Recorder ] mode ( ☞ P.28) 7 Mode currently selected TIP • While the voice recorder is in stop mode...

Names of par ts 8 EN Names of parts Display 4 [ Podcast ] mode $% ^& * 89 0 @ ! # 7 1234 6 5 1 Recording media ( ☞ P.71) [ ]: Internal memory[ ]: SD card 2 Speaker ( ☞ P.70) 3 Timer Rec ( ☞ P.76) 4 Alarm ( ☞ P.52) 5 Wi-Fi ( ☞ P.74) 6 Battery ( ☞ P.16) 7 Current file name 8 File format ( ☞ P.39),...

Names of par ts 9 EN Names of parts Display 4 [ Scheduler ] mode @ # $ 8 9 ! 0 7 1234 6 5 Calendar Screen 1 Recording media ( ☞ P.71) [ ]: Internal memory[ ]: SD card 2 Speaker ( ☞ P.70) 3 Timer Rec ( ☞ P.76) 4 Alarm ( ☞ P.52) 5 Wi-Fi ( ☞ P.74) 6 Battery ( ☞ P.16) 7 Title 8 Year and month of the cal...

1 Setup 10 EN Setup After unpacking the voice recorder, follow the steps below to have it ready for use. Step 1 3 Insert the battery Step 2 3 Charge the recorder Step 3 3 Turn the power ON Step 4 3 Setting the date/time Set the voice recorder’s clock for use with file management. Step 5 Setting the ...

1 Setup 11 EN Setup Inserting the battery Before using the voice recorder, remove the battery from the bag and insert it in the battery compartment. 1 To open the battery cover, slide the battery cover lock release lever in the direction of the arrow. 2 With the label on the back facing up, align th...

1 Setup 12 EN Setup Charging the battery by connecting to an AC adapter with a USB connection (model A514) The battery can be recharged by connecting the recorder to the provided AC adapter (A514). It is recommended to use the AC adapter when using the recorder for a long period of time, such as for...

1 Setup 13 EN Setup Charging the battery by connecting to an AC adapter with a USB connection (model A514) 5 Press the ` OK button to start charging. 6 Charging has finished when the battery indicator changes to [ ]. Charging time: About 3 hours * * Approximate time needed to fully charge a complete...

1 Setup 14 EN Setup Charging the battery by connecting to a PC’s USB connector 4 Press the 2 or 3 button to select [ PC ]. 5 Press the ` OK button to start charging. 6 Charging is finished when [ Battery full ] appears. NOTE • The power of PC must be ON to charge the battery using the USB connector....

1 Setup 15 EN Setup Turn the power ON 1 While the voice recorder is turned off, slide the POWER / HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow. POWER/HOLD switch NOTE • Always charge a rechargeable battery before using it for the first time ( ☞ P.12). Setting the date/time 1 Press the 9 or 0 button to ...

1 16 EN Setup/Ba tteries Setup Rechargeable batteries Read the information below carefully when using a lithium-ion rechargeable battery (Li-50B). 4 Discharging Rechargeable batteries discharge naturally when not in use. Be sure to charge the battery before use. 4 Operating temperature Rechargeable ...

1 Batteries 17 EN Batteries • Always dispose rechargeable batteries in the legally prescribed manner. Before disposing rechargeable batteries that are not fully discharged, take steps to prevent shorting such as insulating their terminals with tape. • Always turn power off before replacing the batte...

1 Inser ting/remo ving an SD c ard 18 EN The voice recorder has its own internal memory, and also supports standard SD cards (SD, SDHC, and SDXC) sold separately. Inserting an SD card 1 While the voice recorder is in stop mode, open the card cover. 2 Insert an SD card, making sure it is placed corre...

1 Inser ting/remo ving an SD c ard 19 EN Inserting/removing an SD card Inserting an SD card NOTE • The voice recorder may not be able to recognize an SD card formatted (initialized) for a PC or other device. Before using an SD card, always initialize it on the voice recorder ( ☞ P.88). SD cards You ...

1 Preventing accidental opera tion 21 EN Setting the voice recorder to HOLD mode maintains the current operation and disables button operations. HOLD mode is a handy feature for preventing unintentional operation from accidental button presses when the voice recorder is carried in a bag or pocket. I...

1 Turning the po w er OFF 22 EN Turning the power OFF Existing data, mode settings and the clock setting are saved when the power is turned OFF. 1 Slide the POWER / HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow for at least one second. • The playback stop position at power OFF is stored in the memory. T...

1 [Home] screen opera tions 23 EN Selecting the mode The [ Home ] screen is displayed when the recorder power is turned ON. The [ Home ] screen is how you access available functions, such as voice recorder or music player. See the reference page for each function. 1 Press the HOME button to display ...

1 Folders 25 EN You can record data to the internal memory or SD card. Regardless of the recording media selected, voice files, music files and content files are sorted and saved in folders using a hierarchical tree structure. The saved files can be resorted in the order you prefer ( ☞  P.66). Folde...

1 Folders 26 EN Folders Folders for Podcast playback The [ Podcast ] folder is provided to store files distributed by podcasts. You can listen to programs (files) transferred from Olympus Sonority to the recorder. 001 002 999 Folder File Home Podcast First level Program folder 01 Program folder 02 S...

1 Selecting f olders and fi les 27 EN You can select a different folder while the voice recorder is in stop mode or playing a file. See “ Folders ” ( ☞  P.25) for a description of the voice recorder’s hierarchical folder structure. [ Home ] screen Folders for voice recordings Folder list display Fil...

2 Recording 28 EN Recording The voice recorder has five folders ([ & ] to [ * ]) in which recorded files can be saved. These folders provide a handy way to sort recordings into separate categories (such as business and leisure). Basic recording procedure 1 On the [ Home ] screen, press the 2 , 3...

2 Recording 30 EN Recording Recording linear PCM format data over 2 GB When recording a linear PCM format file, recording will continue even after the file size exceeds 2 GB. • The data is divided and saved in separate files of up to 2 GB. The files are processed as multiple files during playback. •...

2 Recording 31 EN Recording Monitoring while recording You can monitor the recording as you are making it by listening on the earphone plugged into the voice recorder’s EAR jack. Use the + / – button to adjust the recording monitor volume. 1 Connect the earphones to the voice recorder’s EAR jack. To...

2 Recording with an e xternal microphone 32 EN Recording with an external microphone You can record audio input using an external microphone or other device connected to the voice recorder’s microphone jack. Do not plug or unplug devices into voice recorder jacks while recording. 1 Connect an extern...

2 Recording from another connec ted de vice 33 EN Recording audio from another device with this recorder Audio can be recorded when you have connected the audio output terminal (earphone jack) of another device and the MIC jack of the recorder using the connecting cord KA333 (optional) for dubbing. ...

2 Changing the recording scene [Rec S cene] 34 EN Changing the recording scene The voice recorder has preregistered templates of optimum settings tailored to various recording applications such as lectures and dictation. When selecting one of these templates you can enter several settings recommende...

3 Playback 36 EN Playback In addition to files recorded by the voice recorder, you can also play files in WAV, MP3 and WMA format transferred from a PC. Basic playback procedure 1 Select the file to play from the folder containing it ( ☞  P.27). TIP • Files are saved in the locations below. Files re...

3 Playback 37 EN Playback Playback settings You can select various file playback methods tailored to different applications and tastes. [ Voice Playback ] * ( ☞ P.62) Only plays voice portions of a recorded audio file. [ Noise Cancel ] * ( ☞ P.62) A setting that makes recorded voices more discernabl...

3 Playback 38 EN Playback Fast-forwarding Fast-forwarding while the voice recorder is in stop mode 1 While the voice recorder is in stop mode, press and hold the 9 button. • [ ] appears in the display. • Fast-forwarding stops when you release the 9 button. Press the ` OK button to start playback fro...

3 Playback 39 EN Playback Skipping to the beginning of a file Skipping to the beginning of the next file 1 Press the 9 button while the voice recorder is in stop mode, or during playback. Skipping to the beginning of the current file 1 While the voice recorder is in stop mode or playing back, press ...

3 Playback 40 EN Playback Changing the playback speed You can change the playback speed. Changing the playback speed is handy for speeding up conference presentations, or for slowing down parts difficult to discern when learning a language. You can set the playback speed from 50% (slow) to 100% (nor...

3 Playback 41 EN Playback ABC repeat playback The voice recorder has a function that lets you repeat the playback of a portion (segment) of the file being played. In addition to the A-B repeat function available from previous models, the segment to repeat can be changed during repeat playback. ABC r...

3 Playback 43 EN Playback ABC repeat playback • Segment B-C is determined and ABC repeat playback starts. TIP • As necessary, repeat Steps 4 and 5 to change the repeated segment. 6 Press the STOP ( 4 ) button. • Playback stops. The ABC repeat playback segment is not canceled. NOTE • You cannot chang...

3 Inde x marks/temp marks 44 EN Writing an index mark or temp mark in a file enables you to quickly access desired position in the file with the same operations used for fast-forwarding, rewinding or skipping to the start of a file. Index marks are added to the files created using Olympus voice reco...

3 Calendar S earch func tion 45 EN Using the Calendar Search function to search for a file You can search for voice files by specifying a recording date. If you have forgotten in which folder a file has been saved, this feature lets you access it quickly by entering its recording date. 1 Press the H...

3 Erasing fi les/f olders 46 EN This section describes how to erase a single unneeded file from a folder, erase all the files in the current folder at once, or erase a selected folder. Erasing files 1 Select the file you want to erase ( ☞ P.27). 2 When the file display screen appears, press the ERAS...

3 Erasing fi les/f olders 47 EN Erasing files/folders Erasing a folder 1 Select the folder you want to erase ( ☞ P.27). 2 In the folder display screen, press the ERASE button while the voice recorder is in stop mode. • The voice recorder returns to the stopped mode if no operation is performed for 8...

4 D ispla ying the schedule screen 49 EN Displaying the schedule screen Operating the schedule screen This recorder has a voice memo function that allows you to record a one-minute voice memo on a specified date and time. Because the voice memo is played at a specified day and time, it can be used t...

4 Registering a v oice memo 50 EN Recording a voice memo on a specified date You can record a voice memo that is a maximum of one minute long. Up to 99 voice memos can be recorded in a day, and a total of up to 1,000 voice memos can be registered on this recorder. 1 Press the HOME button to display ...

4 Listening to a v oice memo 51 EN Playing back a registered voice memo You can play back a registered voice memo. 1 Press the HOME button to display the [ Home ] screen. 2 Press the 3 button to select [ Scheduler ]. 3 Press the ` OK button. 4 Press the 2 , 3 , 9 or 0 button to select the date on wh...

4 Playing v oice as an alarm 52 EN Setting the date and time to play back the voice memo You can use the alarm function to play back a registered voice memo at a specified date and time. 1 Select the voice memo you wish to play back as an alarm ( ☞   P.51). 2 Press the F3 (ALARM) button. 3 Press the...

4 Erasing a v oice memo 54 EN Erasing a voice memo You can erase voice memos. You can erase voice memos one at a time or collectively. 1 Select the voice memo you wish to erase ( ☞   P.51). 2 Press the ERASE button. 3 Press the 2 or 3 button to select the erase mode. [ One file ]: Erases the selecte...

5 Setting menu items 55 EN Setting menu items Basic operation Menu items are arranged by tabs, letting you quickly set desired items by selecting a tab and then moving to the desired item within the tab. Follow the steps below to set a menu item. 1 Press the MENU button during recording, playback or...

5 Recording menu [Rec Menu] 58 EN Selecting the recording sensitivity [Rec Level] You can change the recording level (sensitivity) as needed for your recording application. [ High ]: The highest recording sensitivity. Suited to recording lectures, large conferences and other applications with distan...

5 Recording menu [Rec Menu] 60 EN Recording menu [Rec Menu] Zoom mic function High directivity Low directivity Narrow sound pickup range Broad sound pickup range NOTE • The [ Zoom Mic ] function is designed to demonstrate the performance by the recorder’s built-in stereo microphone Note that normal ...

5 Recording menu [Rec Menu] 61 EN Recording menu [Rec Menu] Changing the folder name [Folder Name] You can change the name [ Folder A ] to [ Folder E ] for voice recording. 1 Press the 2 or 3 button to select the folder you wish to change. 2 Press the 2 or 3 button to select the name you wish to cha...

5 Playback menu [Pla y Menu] 64 EN Playback menu [Play Menu] Setting a skip space [Skip Space] This function skips (forward) or reverse skips (rewinds) the file being played back for a set amount of time and it is a convenient way to move the playback position or repeat playing a short phrase. 1 Pre...

5 File menu [File Menu] 66 EN File menu [File Menu] Extracting the speaking portions of files of spoken-word content [Voice Detect] The function extracts the speech portions of a voice file or a file being recorded by the voice recorder.See “ Extracting the speaking portions of files of spoken-word ...

5 Device menu [De vice Menu] 75 EN Device menu [Device Menu] When [ Change password ] is selected: 1 Press the 2 or 3 button to select [ Start ]. 2 Press the ` OK button. • When [ Password changed ] is displayed, the procedure is completed. Connecting a device to the voice recorder 1 Turn ON the Wi-...

5 Setting timer recording [ Timer Rec] 76 EN Setting timer recording [Timer Rec] Recording starts automatically when the set time arrives. Timer recording allows you to record at a set date and time and also record at regular intervals based on a set date and time. You can register up to three prese...

5 D ividing fi les [File D ivide] 84 EN Dividing files [File Divide] Large files or files with long recording times can be divided for easier management and editing. NOTE Only MP3-format and PCM-format files recorded on the voice recorder can be divided. 1 Play the file to divide, and stop playback ...

5 Setting the v oice guidance [ V oice Guide] 86 EN Setting the voice guidance [Voice Guide] This feature gives voice announcements of recorder operating conditions. You can set voice announcement On/Off, speed and volume. 1 While the voice recorder is in stop mode, press the MENU button. 2 Press th...

6 Before using the Wi-Fi func tion 90 EN Before using the Wi-Fi function The voice recorder is equipped with a Wi-Fi function. Wi-Fi devices are certified by an organization known as Wi-Fi Alliance that certifies that wireless LAN devices can be mutually connected. In this manual, the wireless LAN f...

6 Before using the Wi-Fi func tion 92 EN Before using the Wi-Fi function Notes on security when using Wi-Fi products • With a Wi-Fi connection, information is exchanged wirelessly between a smartphone and the voice recorder and as long as radio signals reach the unit, flexible connection is possible...

6 Before using the Wi-Fi func tion 93 EN Before using the Wi-Fi function About OLYMPUS Audio Controller The OLYMPUS Audio Controller application for smartphones is required to use your smartphone to operate the voice recorder from a distance. How to obtain the application Supported OS (as of Novembe...

7 PC opera ting en vironment 95 EN Connecting the voice recorder to a PC lets you: • You can use Olympus Sonority to transfer voice files recorded by the voice recorder and play them back or manage them on PC. The optional Olympus Sonority Plus upgrade and optional Music Editing Plugin provide a var...

7 PC opera ting en vironment 96 EN PC operating environment Macintosh OS (Operating system): MacOS-X 10.5 -10.9 CPU: PowerPC ® G5 or Intel multi-core processor 1.5GHz or higher RAM capacity: 512MB or more Hard disk space: Olympus Sonority installation: 300MB or more Drive: CD-ROM or CD-R, CD-RW, DVD...

7 PC connec tion/disconnec tion 97 EN Connecting the voice recorder to a PC 1 Start the PC. 2 Connect the USB connection cable to the USB port on the PC. 3 Check that the voice recorder is in stop mode, then connect the USB connection cable. 4 Press the 2 or 3 button to select [ PC ]. 5 Press the ` ...

7 PC connec tion/disconnec tion 98 EN PC connection/disconnection Connecting the voice recorder to a PC NOTE • The voice recorder must not be in HOLD mode. • Insert the USB connector securely all the way. Operation will not be normal if the connection is not made properly. • Connecting the voice rec...

7 PC connec tion/disconnec tion 99 EN PC connection/disconnection Disconnecting the voice recorder from a PC Macintosh 1 Drag-and-drop the removable disk icon for the voice recorder shown on the desktop to the trash can icon. 2 Check that the LED indicator light of the voice recorder is OFF and then...

7 Func tions a vailable in Olympus S onority 100 EN Olympus Sonority provides various functions that can be used to manage and edit files. For information on operating procedures and detailed settings, please refer to the respective items on online help ( ☞ P.105). Waveform editing function Using th...

7 Func tions a vailable in Olympus S onority 101 EN Functions available in Olympus Sonority Combining files You can specify multiple voice files and combine them into one file. Dividing a file You can divide a specified voice file into two files. Using Olympus Sonority to load content You can load p...

7 Installing softw are 102 EN Before you connect the recorder to your PC and use it, you must first install the “Olympus Sonority” software from the included Software CD. Be sure to confirm the following before installation: • Exit all running applications.• You need to log on as Administrator. Wind...

7 Installing softw are 103 EN Installing software Macintosh 1 Insert “Olympus Sonority” into the CD-ROM drive. • Proceed to step 3 if the content of CD-ROM is displayed, or go to step 2 if nothing is displayed. 2 Open the contents of the CD-ROM with [ Finder ]. 3 Double-click [ Setup ] in the root o...

7 Uninstalling softw are 104 EN To uninstall any of the software component of the “Olympus Sonority” software installed on your PC, follow the steps below. Windows 1 Exit “Olympus Sonority”. 2 Select [ Start ] from the [ Control Panel ] menu. 3 Click [ Add/Remove programs ]. • The list of installed ...

7 U sing online help 105 EN To open Online Help, you have the following options. • With Olympus Sonority running, from the [ Help ] menu, select [ Olympus Sonority Help ]. Search by Contents 1 Display the online help and click the table of contents tab. 2 Double-click the [ ] of the item you wish to...

7 Upgrade func tion 106 EN By upgrading Olympus Sonority to the optional Plus version, you can use more advanced functions. Also, with Olympus Sonority Plus, if you purchase the Music Editing Plug-in you can enjoy advanced effects editing. To add the Music Editing Plug-in, you need to upgrade to Oly...

7 Upgrade func tion 107 EN Upgrade function Functions available in Olympus Sonority Plus In addition to the functions available with Olympus Sonority, Olympus Sonority Plus provides various editing functions for music files. For information on operating procedures and detailed settings, please refer...

7 Loading a fi le to a PC 108 EN The five folders for voice recording are displayed as [ FOLDER_A ], [ FOLDER_B ], [ FOLDER_C ], [ FOLDER_D ], [ FOLDER_E ] respectively on the PC and contain recorded voice files. You can copy voice recorder files to any folder on the PC. 4 Voice recorder drive name ...

7 U sage as e xternal memor y of the PC 109 EN Connecting the voice recorder to a PC lets you transfer voice recorder data to save in the PC, and vice-versa. Windows 1 Connect the voice recorder to the PC ( ☞  P.97). 2 Open Windows Explorer. • When you open [ My Computer ], the voice recorder is rec...

8 110 EN Alarm message list Alarm message list Message Meaning Action required Battery low The remaining battery power is low. Charge the battery ( ☞  P.12, P.16). If the battery runs out soon even though it was charged, the battery may be expired. Replace it with a new one ( ☞  P.11). File locked A...

8 112 EN Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Solution The display is blank. The battery is not inserted properly. Check the orientation of the battery ( ☞  P.11). The remaining battery power is low. Charge the battery ( ☞  P.12, P.16). The power is OFF. Turn the power ON ( ☞  P.15). Unable to ope...

113 EN 8 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Solution An audio file is not recorded in stereo. The connected external microphone is a mono microphone. Sound recorded by a connected external mono microphone is recorded on the left channel only. [ Rec Mode ] is set to a mono recordi...

115 EN 8 Recorder c are s Exterior Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the recorder is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well. Wipe the recorder with the damp cloth and then wipe it with a dry cloth. s Monitor Wipe gently with a soft cloth. NOTE • Do not use benzene, alcohol or ...

8 118 EN Copyright and trademark inf orma tion • The information in this document is subject to change in future without prior notice. Contact Olympus Customer Support Center for the latest product names, model numbers and other information. • The display and illustrations of the voice recorder used...

119 EN 8 Copyright and trademark inf orma tion Copyright and trademark information • IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the USA or other countries and is used based on the license. • Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certification...

121 EN 8 Sa fety prec autions Before using the voice recorder, read this manual to ensure correct and safe operation. After reading this manual, be sure to keep it on hand for ready reference whenever needed. Important safety precautions • Important items about safety are indicated by the following ...

8 122 EN Sa fety prec autions Safety precautions s If the voice recorder is dropped in water or, if water, metal or combustible foreign matter gets inside: 1 Remove the battery immediately. 2 Contact your place of purchase or an Olympus service center for repair. Continued use may result in fire or ...

8 124 EN Sa fety prec autions Safety precautions f CAUTION s Do not throw the battery around, or subject it to strong shocks. s Always charge the rechargeable battery before use when using it for the first time or if it has not been used for a long time. s There is a risk of explosion if the battery...

125 EN 8 Sa fety prec autions Safety precautions 2 Immediately disconnect the power supply plug from the power outlet, and; 3 Call your dealer or local Olympus representative for servicing. Continued use may result in fire or burns. s If the voice recorder is submerged in water or, if water, metal o...

8 126 EN Sa fety prec autions/S pecifi c ations Safety precautions General items 4 Recording formats Linear PCM (pulse-code modulation) formatMP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3) formatWMA ( Windows Media Audio) format 4 Sampling frequency Linear PCM format 48.0 kHz/16 bits 48.0 kHz 44.1 kHz/16 bits 44.1 kHz ...

127 EN 8 Specifi c ations Specifications 4 Wireless standards Complies with IEEE802.11b/gSupports IEEE802.11n* technology* Only the 2.4 GHz band• The communication speed and distance may vary depending on ambient conditions such as the radio environment, obstacles and installation environment. 4 Tra...

8 128 EN Specifi c ations Specifications Battery life The figures below are guideline values. 4 When recording with built-in stereo microphone (using internal memory) Recording mode Battery life When [ Rec Monitor ] is set to [ On ] When [ Rec Monitor ] is set to [ Off ] When the Wi-Fi ON/OFF switch...

129 EN 8 Specifi c ations Specifications Recording time The figures below are guideline values. 4 Linear PCM format Recording media Recording mode 48.0 kHz/16 bits 44.1 kHz/16 bits Internal memory 4 GB 4 hours, 35 minutes (approx.) 5 hours (approx.) SD card 64 GB 89 hours, 30 minutes (approx.) 97 ho...

8 130 EN Specifi c ations Specifications NOTE • Actual available recording times may be shorter than the figures shown here when making short recordings repeatedly (Equipment displays of available/elapsed recording times should be considered guideline values). • Available recording time will also va...

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For customers in North America 4 For customers in USA Declaration of ConformityModel Number: DM-901 Trade Name: DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER Responsible Party: OLYMPUS IMAGING AMERICA INC. Address: 3500 Corporate Parkway, P.O. Box 610, Center Valley, PA 18034-0610, U.S.A. Telephone Number: 484-896-5000 Te...