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Register your product on www.olympus-consumer.com/register and get additional benefits from Olympus! To ensure successful recordings, we recommend that you for information about using the product correctly and safely. EN Please read these instructions for purchasing an Olympus Digital Voice Recorder. DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER DM-4 DM-2 DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS Thank you test the record function and volume before use. Keep the instructions handy for future reference.
Register your product on www.olympus-consumer.com/register and get additional benefits from Olympus! To ensure successful recordings, we recommend that you for information about using the product correctly and safely. EN Please read these instructions for purchasing an Olympus Digital Voice Recorder. DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER DM-4 DM-2 DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS Thank you test the record function and volume before use. Keep the instructions handy for future reference.
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... 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 countries. • The Daisy OK mark is a trademark of DiMAGIC Corporation. • The product was...or registered trademarks of the Daisy Consortium. The utmost care has been taken to product names and model numbers. • The screen and recorder illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the development stages and may be changed in the United States and/or other reason is ...
... 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 countries. • The Daisy OK mark is a trademark of DiMAGIC Corporation. • The product was...or registered trademarks of the Daisy Consortium. The utmost care has been taken to product names and model numbers. • The screen and recorder illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the development stages and may be changed in the United States and/or other reason is ...
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... 30 Inserting a microSD card 30 Ejecting a microSD card 31 Notes on the folders 32 About the folders for voice recordings......... 32 About the folder for music playback 33 About the folder for Podcast contents.......... 34 About the folder for electronic ...Audible contents...........37 EN About the folder for picture 38 2 Basic operations Recording 39 Recording to a recording folder 39 Specifying a keyword before recording........ 40 Recommended settings by recording condition 43 Recording from external microphone or other devices 44 Playback 46 Bookmark mode 49 Setting ...
... 30 Inserting a microSD card 30 Ejecting a microSD card 31 Notes on the folders 32 About the folders for voice recordings......... 32 About the folder for music playback 33 About the folder for Podcast contents.......... 34 About the folder for electronic ...Audible contents...........37 EN About the folder for picture 38 2 Basic operations Recording 39 Recording to a recording folder 39 Specifying a keyword before recording........ 40 Recommended settings by recording condition 43 Recording from external microphone or other devices 44 Playback 46 Bookmark mode 49 Setting ...
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... from your PC 112 Functions available in the Olympus Sonority 113 Installing software 115 Uninstalling software 117 Using online help 118 Running Olympus Sonority 119 Window names (Olympus Sonority)........120 Download voice files from the recorder.....122 Play a voice file 124 Using the ... the content 129 Transfer content to the recorder 130 Program guide functions 131 About DAISY (For DM-4 132 Importing contents 133 Playing contents 134 Transfer content to the recorder 135 Upgrade function 136 Functions available in the Olympus Sonority Plus 137 Functions available with the...
... from your PC 112 Functions available in the Olympus Sonority 113 Installing software 115 Uninstalling software 117 Using online help 118 Running Olympus Sonority 119 Window names (Olympus Sonority)........120 Download voice files from the recorder.....122 Play a voice file 124 Using the ... the content 129 Transfer content to the recorder 130 Program guide functions 131 About DAISY (For DM-4 132 Importing contents 133 Playing contents 134 Transfer content to the recorder 135 Upgrade function 136 Functions available in the Olympus Sonority Plus 137 Functions available with the...
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Installing AudibleManager 159 Adding device to AudibleManager 160 Purchasing Audible content 160 Transferring Audible content 161 Enjoy Audible content with the recorder 162 Audible mode 162 Playback position and section 163 Operating recorder in Audible mode.......... 164 Using as external memory of the PC........166 8 Other information Alarm message list 167 Troubleshooting 168 Accessories (optional 170 Specifications 171 Technical assistance and support............174 Table of contents EN
Installing AudibleManager 159 Adding device to AudibleManager 160 Purchasing Audible content 160 Transferring Audible content 161 Enjoy Audible content with the recorder 162 Audible mode 162 Playback position and section 163 Operating recorder in Audible mode.......... 164 Using as external memory of the PC........166 8 Other information Alarm message list 167 Troubleshooting 168 Accessories (optional 170 Specifications 171 Technical assistance and support............174 Table of contents EN
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...; In wet places, such as bathrooms or in a location where it is used without observing the information given under this product, never leave the recorder in the places listed below, no matter if in this symbol, injury or death may result. When using your new..., video game, loud speakers, large monitor unit, TV/radio tower, or transmission towers. If you experience noise, move to another place, or move the recorder further away from personal injury or damage to property, it is used in the rain. Safety precautions Before using products with weatherproof designs, read their...
...; In wet places, such as bathrooms or in a location where it is used without observing the information given under this product, never leave the recorder in the places listed below, no matter if in this symbol, injury or death may result. When using your new..., video game, loud speakers, large monitor unit, TV/radio tower, or transmission towers. If you experience noise, move to another place, or move the recorder further away from personal injury or damage to property, it is used in the rain. Safety precautions Before using products with weatherproof designs, read their...
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...such as a bicycle, motorcycle, or go-cart). Do not use the recorder near flammable or explosive gases. • Keep young children and infants away from the Olympus's liability. Any liability for a long period, the recorder will get hot. Doing so may be destroyed or erased by the moving... parts of the recorder. • Do not use other small parts. 3Accidentally being injured...
...such as a bicycle, motorcycle, or go-cart). Do not use the recorder near flammable or explosive gases. • Keep young children and infants away from the Olympus's liability. Any liability for a long period, the recorder will get hot. Doing so may be destroyed or erased by the moving... parts of the recorder. • Do not use other small parts. 3Accidentally being injured...
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...f Danger: • The recorder uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. If possible, wear gloves when handling the recorder in cold temperatures. • Do not touch the metallic parts of the recorder for a long period of children. At low temperatures, handle the recorder while wearing gloves. Never attempt...in any other AC adapters or chargers. • Batteries should never be lower than the environmental temperature. Do not use of the recorder's body may damage your skin, seek medical attention immediately. • Keep battery out of the reach of time at all times...
...f Danger: • The recorder uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. If possible, wear gloves when handling the recorder in cold temperatures. • Do not touch the metallic parts of the recorder for a long period of children. At low temperatures, handle the recorder while wearing gloves. Never attempt...in any other AC adapters or chargers. • Batteries should never be lower than the environmental temperature. Do not use of the recorder's body may damage your skin, seek medical attention immediately. • Keep battery out of the reach of time at all times...
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...recycle batteries to disassemble, repair or modify the AC adapter in the vicinity of the AC adapter are exposed because it immediately after using the recorder. Using it with a new one. • The battery may become hot during prolonged use. In case • ... When the operating... maintenance or cleaning. Safety precautions • If you throw away dead batteries, be sure to burn yourself, and; 2call your dealer or local Olympus representative for a long period. • Rechargeable battery have limited lifetime. EN 10 AC adapter f Danger: • Be sure to cover their...
...recycle batteries to disassemble, repair or modify the AC adapter in the vicinity of the AC adapter are exposed because it immediately after using the recorder. Using it with a new one. • The battery may become hot during prolonged use. In case • ... When the operating... maintenance or cleaning. Safety precautions • If you throw away dead batteries, be sure to burn yourself, and; 2call your dealer or local Olympus representative for a long period. • Rechargeable battery have limited lifetime. EN 10 AC adapter f Danger: • Be sure to cover their...
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...(☞ P.67). This device can import text data and read it aloud (☞ P.158) (For DM-4). s By connecting a digital camera, you can select one of 6 recording modes such as stereo or monaural (☞ P.67). Can handle the MP3 format (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3),... It features a scheduling function (☞ P.96). s It has a built-in memory, you can also record onto a commerciallyavailable microSD card (☞ P.30). Besides the 8GB (DM-4) or 4GB (DM-2) built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) function (☞ P.69). Getting started Main features Main features ...
...(☞ P.67). This device can import text data and read it aloud (☞ P.158) (For DM-4). s By connecting a digital camera, you can select one of 6 recording modes such as stereo or monaural (☞ P.67). Can handle the MP3 format (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3),... It features a scheduling function (☞ P.96). s It has a built-in memory, you can also record onto a commerciallyavailable microSD card (☞ P.30). Besides the 8GB (DM-4) or 4GB (DM-2) built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) function (☞ P.69). Getting started Main features Main features ...
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...(☞ P.72, P.73). s It has a USB charging function (☞ P.23). DAISY files can be upgraded to a computer. recording and recording with DAISY (☞ P.132) (For DM-4). s You can divide files (☞ P.93), s Fast forward and rewind are or delete part of a file (☞ P.64...) possible at a set intervals (☞ P.73). s The playback speed can be operated easily. s The "Olympus Sonority" can be transferred from this recorder. s This recorder is ...
...(☞ P.72, P.73). s It has a USB charging function (☞ P.23). DAISY files can be upgraded to a computer. recording and recording with DAISY (☞ P.132) (For DM-4). s You can divide files (☞ P.93), s Fast forward and rewind are or delete part of a file (☞ P.64...) possible at a set intervals (☞ P.73). s The playback speed can be operated easily. s The "Olympus Sonority" can be transferred from this recorder. s This recorder is ...
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Main features Main features EN 14 s It is compatible with Audible broadcasting (☞ P.159). Open the [Podcast] folder on the recorder to quickly listen to the 1 program (file) transferred from the "Olympus Sonority". s Compatible with Podcasting (☞ P.127). If favorite Podcast URLs are registered in the "Olympus Sonority", the latest broadcasting content will be received automatically.
Main features Main features EN 14 s It is compatible with Audible broadcasting (☞ P.159). Open the [Podcast] folder on the recorder to quickly listen to the 1 program (file) transferred from the "Olympus Sonority". s Compatible with Podcasting (☞ P.127). If favorite Podcast URLs are registered in the "Olympus Sonority", the latest broadcasting content will be received automatically.
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Power jack EN 15 Identification of parts Identification of parts 2 1 2 3 7 4 1 5 ^ ! @ 8 STOP VOL REC # $ 9 0 % 6 ) & * ( 1 MIC (Microphone) jack 2 Built-in speaker & EAR (Earphone) jack * Card cover ( Battery cover ) USB connector - Fn button (F1/F2/F3) @ STOP button # + button $ 0 button % - button ^ Built-in stereo microphone 3 LED indicator light 4 VOICE button (For DM-4) HOME button (For DM-2) 5 POWER/HOLD switch 6 Strap hole 7 Display(LCD Panel) 8 REC (Record) button 9 9 button 0 `OK button (Play/Set) !
Power jack EN 15 Identification of parts Identification of parts 2 1 2 3 7 4 1 5 ^ ! @ 8 STOP VOL REC # $ 9 0 % 6 ) & * ( 1 MIC (Microphone) jack 2 Built-in speaker & EAR (Earphone) jack * Card cover ( Battery cover ) USB connector - Fn button (F1/F2/F3) @ STOP button # + button $ 0 button % - button ^ Built-in stereo microphone 3 LED indicator light 4 VOICE button (For DM-4) HOME button (For DM-2) 5 POWER/HOLD switch 6 Strap hole 7 Display(LCD Panel) 8 REC (Record) button 9 9 button 0 `OK button (Play/Set) !
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... A through Folder E) (☞ P.39). Returns to this recorder using the supplied "Olympus Sonority" software (☞ P.127). EN [F2] button 16 [F3] button Informs the battery remaining in a database (☞ P.75). Also manages text files (☞ P.158) (For DM-4) directly transferred to one of the recorder. When the recorder is displayed. Registers and manages schedules (☞...
... A through Folder E) (☞ P.39). Returns to this recorder using the supplied "Olympus Sonority" software (☞ P.127). EN [F2] button 16 [F3] button Informs the battery remaining in a database (☞ P.75). Also manages text files (☞ P.158) (For DM-4) directly transferred to one of the recorder. When the recorder is displayed. Registers and manages schedules (☞...
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... Sensitivity indicator [d][e] Repeat indicator [Z] VCVA indicator [f] Random indicator EN [c] Low Cut Filter indicator 17 Remaining recording time 1 File name 2 Folder name/Keyword/Date 3 Current file number/Total number of recorded files in the list 4 Playback position bar indicator 5 Recorder status indicator 6 Index indicator/File information indicator 7 Function guide indicator 8 Current time 9 File format...
... Sensitivity indicator [d][e] Repeat indicator [Z] VCVA indicator [f] Random indicator EN [c] Low Cut Filter indicator 17 Remaining recording time 1 File name 2 Folder name/Keyword/Date 3 Current file number/Total number of recorded files in the list 4 Playback position bar indicator 5 Recorder status indicator 6 Index indicator/File information indicator 7 Function guide indicator 8 Current time 9 File format...
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... time 1 File name 2 Program name 3 Current file number/ Total number of recorded files in the folder 4 Playback position bar indicator 5 Recorder status indicator 6 Information display area 7 Function guide indicator 8 Current time 9 File...5 ! 6 Podcast playback display 8 1 2 3 9 4 0 5 ! 6 7 7 1 File name 2 Search category 3 Current file number/ Total number of recorded files in the list 4 Playback position bar indicator 5 Recorder status indicator 6 Information display area 7 Function guide indicator 8 Current time 9 File format 0 File length ! Elapsed playback time EN 18
... time 1 File name 2 Program name 3 Current file number/ Total number of recorded files in the folder 4 Playback position bar indicator 5 Recorder status indicator 6 Information display area 7 Function guide indicator 8 Current time 9 File...5 ! 6 Podcast playback display 8 1 2 3 9 4 0 5 ! 6 7 7 1 File name 2 Search category 3 Current file number/ Total number of recorded files in the list 4 Playback position bar indicator 5 Recorder status indicator 6 Information display area 7 Function guide indicator 8 Current time 9 File format 0 File length ! Elapsed playback time EN 18
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...Identification of parts [Audiobooks] mode display DAISY playback display (For DM-4) 7 1 2 8 3 9 4 0 5 6 Audio book playback display 8 1 2 1 3 9 4 0 5 ! 6 7 1 Table of contents indicator 2 Contents name 3 Playback position bar indicator 4 Recorder status indicator 5 Text display area 6 Function guide indicator 7 ...Elapsed playback time 1 File name 2 Contents name 3 Current file number/Total number of recorded files in the folder 4 Playback position bar indicator 5 Recorder status indicator 6 Information display area 7 Function guide indicator 8 Current time 9 File format ...
...Identification of parts [Audiobooks] mode display DAISY playback display (For DM-4) 7 1 2 8 3 9 4 0 5 6 Audio book playback display 8 1 2 1 3 9 4 0 5 ! 6 7 1 Table of contents indicator 2 Contents name 3 Playback position bar indicator 4 Recorder status indicator 5 Text display area 6 Function guide indicator 7 ...Elapsed playback time 1 File name 2 Contents name 3 Current file number/Total number of recorded files in the folder 4 Playback position bar indicator 5 Recorder status indicator 6 Information display area 7 Function guide indicator 8 Current time 9 File format ...
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Identification of parts [Audiobooks] mode display Text playback display (For DM-4) 1 1 2 3 4 7 8 5 6 1 File name 2 Folder name 3Playback position bar indicator 4 Recorder status indicator 5 Text display area 6 Function guide indicator 7 Current time 8 File format Identification of parts [Audio Diary] mode display Calendar display 6 1 2 3 7 8 4 5 1 Title indicator 2 Year and month 3 Calendar display area 4 Schedule display area for selected day 5 Function guide indicator 6 Current time 7 Current day 8 Day registered in schedule EN 20
Identification of parts [Audiobooks] mode display Text playback display (For DM-4) 1 1 2 3 4 7 8 5 6 1 File name 2 Folder name 3Playback position bar indicator 4 Recorder status indicator 5 Text display area 6 Function guide indicator 7 Current time 8 File format Identification of parts [Audio Diary] mode display Calendar display 6 1 2 3 7 8 4 5 1 Title indicator 2 Year and month 3 Calendar display area 4 Schedule display area for selected day 5 Function guide indicator 6 Current time 7 Current day 8 Day registered in schedule EN 20
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...the battery in and out repeatedly at the time of purchase. • Do not use the recorder for an extended period of time. Insert the battery by Olympus (LI-50B). Power supply Inserting the battery This recorder uses a lithium ion battery specified by sliding in direction A while pushing down in direction A. Before... not use any other type of battery. 1 While pushing down on the grooves using the unit the first time or after long periods of the recorder and battery. EN 21 Power supply 2 With the back label of the battery facing up, line up the terminals of disuse, it . •...
...the battery in and out repeatedly at the time of purchase. • Do not use the recorder for an extended period of time. Insert the battery by Olympus (LI-50B). Power supply Inserting the battery This recorder uses a lithium ion battery specified by sliding in direction A while pushing down in direction A. Before... not use any other type of battery. 1 While pushing down on the grooves using the unit the first time or after long periods of the recorder and battery. EN 21 Power supply 2 With the back label of the battery facing up, line up the terminals of disuse, it . •...
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...if [k] is displayed in to an AC outlet. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the recorder. • Charging has started when LED indicator light is self discharging. After unpacking this recorder for charging. Charge the battery Lithium ion battery is orange and the battery indicator on the...Power supply • When playing a voice/music file, the recorder may be avoided. We recommend using the recorder for long periods. 1 Connect the AC adapter in the battery indicator. The use of other manufacturers' products can be 1 sure to use lithium ion battery (LI-50B) specified by Olympus.
...if [k] is displayed in to an AC outlet. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the recorder. • Charging has started when LED indicator light is self discharging. After unpacking this recorder for charging. Charge the battery Lithium ion battery is orange and the battery indicator on the...Power supply • When playing a voice/music file, the recorder may be avoided. We recommend using the recorder for long periods. 1 Connect the AC adapter in the battery indicator. The use of other manufacturers' products can be 1 sure to use lithium ion battery (LI-50B) specified by Olympus.