CONTENTS

Introduction..1 Key Features.. 2 Getting Started..4 Using the Voice Recorder. 4 Set Date and Time..4 Recording.. 5 Begin Recording.. 6 Display Remaining Record Time 6 Mark Indexes.. 6 Mark Messages as Important.. 6 Folder Selection.. 7 Record Quality Selection. 7 FULL Displayed On Screen.. 7 Microphone Sensitivity.. 8 Voice Activated Recording..8 Connecting External Microphone 8 Playback.. 9 Playing Back a Message. 9 Functions During Playback. 9 Connecting Your Earphone. 9 Changing Playback Speed. 10 Searching Important Messages.10 Erasing Messages in STOP Mode 10 Voice Recorder Settings. 11 Configure Settings.. 11 Table of Settings.. 11 Button Press Confirmation Beep 11 Format.. 11 Dual Alarms.. 11 Additional Features. 12 Locking Recorder Buttons.. 12 Battery Information. 12 3V DC Connection Jack. 13 Voice Recorder Link.. 13 Voice Recorder Link Software. 13 LCD Displays Connected to PC. 13 System Requirements. 13 Voice Recorder Software.. 14 Installing the Software. 14 Attach Voice Recorder to PC.. 14
IT DE FR EN Loading Voice Recorder Program 15 Display Information.. 15 Recorder Playback (PC). 15 Saving Messages (Recorder/PC) 15 Loading Messages (PC/Recorder) 16 Deleting Messages in Recorder. 16 Troubleshooting. 17 Digital Voice Recorder.. 17 Software.. 18 Caution... 18 Safety and Care.. 19 Technical Specifications.. 20 About Oregon Scientific. 20

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting the Oregon Scientific VR668 Digital Voice Recorder. The VR668 is compact and easy to use, making it ideal to bring along for voice memos, conversations, and discussion recordings. This device allows you to record up to 198 messages, totaling up to 265 minutes recording time and has the ability to organize recordings into 2 separate folders. Other features of this product include: PC-Link Transfer messages to and from PC. Index Marking Helps you search for desired sections in a message. Important Marked Messages Mark messages as important to prevent them from accidentally being erased. MIC Sensitivity Control (Hi or Lo) Maintain good recording quality independent of voice loudness. Voice Activated Recording (Auto) Start and stop recording automatically when sound is detected.

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Two Folder Selection Organize your memos by placing them in separate folders. Button Lock Lock your recorder to prevent buttons from being accidentally activated. Dual Alarms (AL1 or AL2) Set an alarm for up to two different times.

KEY FEATURES

NOTE: Images are not drawn to scale. FRONT 1
Stop ( ) : Switch between STOP and STANDBY modes. 5. Play ( ): Play current message or select / confirm various menu options. 6. REC Switch: Starts or stops recordings. 7. IMP ( ): Mark messages as important. 8. MENU / Repeat ( ): - MENU: Mode selection. - Repeat: Repeat messages. 9. VOL +/- Buttons: Press to change the volume. 10. Erase Button ( ): Press to delete messages. 11. MIC Sensitivity (MIC): Adjust the microphone sensitivity level. 12. Button Lock Switch ( ): Locks button controls to prevent accidental activation. BACK
Description 1. 2. 3. LCD: Voice recorder status display. Forward: Fast forward ( ). Backward: Rewind ( ).

SWE Descriptions

13. Speaker: 14. USB Port: Attach cable for USB link. 15. Battery Cover: (Covers the battery compartment). 16. Strap Connector: Attach a handstrap here. TOP
Icons 19 Descriptions 17. Earphone Connection: (Earphone provided) 18. Internal Microphone. 19. External Microphone: For connecting an external condenser microphone. BOTTOM 6 Descriptions 20. For AC Adaptor Connection. 2 1
Name Mode, Message, and Alarm display Folder A / B
Status Displays current mode, message count, and selected alarm Message storage folder Recording format (Long Play or Standard Play) Current date and date message was recorded Current time and time message was recorded Message playback Message is being recorded Buttons are locked

Recording Mode

Playback Recording

Button Lock

Voice Voice activated Activated recording is Recording enabled Battery level Repeat Important Mark Battery Level

3. 4. 5.

Press to exit STANDBY mode. Press MENU to change modes Set time and date.

USING THE VOICE RECORDER

NOTE: The voice recorder will automatically switch to STANDBY mode if you do not press any keys for three minutes. Set the Date and Time 1. Press to exit STANDBY and enter STOP mode. Press
Repeat playback Message has been marked as important Erasing File Alarm Set

Erase Alarm

GETTING STARTED
1. Check package contents. VR668 Digital Voice Recorder Earphone (mono) Pouch CD-ROM PC-Link cable (USB 1.1) 2 x AAA batteries User Manual Quick Start Guide Install the batteries. Match polarities as shown in the battery compartment. STANDBY mode 2. Press MENU until SETTING mode is displayed. STOP mode
Setting the Date and Time: Press to start changing values. Pressing / changes values and pressing sets them.
NOTE: Refer to the "Battery Information" section for more information about batteries.

1. CLOCK mode

2. Set Year Press

3. Set Month

4. Set Day
5. Set Hour Press Press twice

6. Set Minute

7. The clock is now set.

8. STANDBY mode

RECORDING
This unit is optimized for recordings in small conference rooms such as for 7-8 people. If you are using it in locations larger than the above, it is recommended that you use an external microphone for extra coverage.
Begin Recording 1. To begin recording, simply slide the recording switch to on in any mode.
Mark Indexes While Recording
When you want recording to stop, slide the recording switch to off.
Press while recording is in progress. "Ind" will show on the display.
Display Remaining Recording Time While Recording
Indexes can be added to messages while recording is in progress so you can later retrieve selected portions of the recording easily. A total of 125 indexes may be marked per message. A single message can be subdivided into indexes for review. To mark an index: NOTE: To search for an indexed portion of the message in STOP mode, just toggle or. Marking Messages as Important During recording You can add an important mark by pressing and holding for two seconds during recording or playback.
Press and hold while recording is in progress. rE will show on the display along with recordable time left.

IT DE FR EN Record Quality Selection (SP / LP) You can choose between two different recording quality settings. Selection Quality SP High 132 LP Low 265
This prevents users from accidentally deleting important information.

Recording Time

To change settings: In STOP mode, press MENU until "LP" or "SP" is displayed.
NOTE: To delete an important mark, press and hold for two seconds during playback or recording. Folder Selection You can select two different folders ( or ) and store up to 99 messages in each. To select folders: In STOP mode press MENU until "FOL" is displayed.
Press to activate. Press or to switch between settings. Press to confirm.

FULL Displayed On-Screen

Under the following situations the word FULL will be displayed: Press to activate then choose the desired folder by shifting or. Press to save the selection. Activating REC when the memory is already full. Activating REC when the current folder already had 99 stored messages.
During a recording the memory gets NOTE: Having activated the Aut function, used up. you must also slide the record switch on. Voice Activated Recording In Progress: Recording will begin automatically when sound is detected.
NOTE: You can erase messages to make extra room for recording (->10). Microphone Sensitivity (Sen) You can choose between two different levels of sensitivity:
Voice Activated Recording Paused: Recording is paused automatically when no sound is detected for two seconds or more.
Hi High sensitivity - Clear and louder recording, but more susceptible to noise and distortion. Lo Low sensitivity - Lower recording volume, but less suseptible to noise and distortion. Voice Activated Recording (Aut) You can activate the automatic record function (Aut) so that your player will begin recording whenever a sustained audible sound is picked up. To access this function: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Enter STOP mode. Press MENU until Aut is displayed. Press to activate. Press or to switch this feature on or off. Press to confirm.
TIP: If the background noise is relatively high and the microphone sensitivity is set to Hi, the recorder will not recognize a silence and keep on recording; setting the microphone sensitivity to Lo should solve this. Connecting an External Microphone To use an external microphone for recording, insert the microphone jack into the microphone connector.
SWE NL POR ES NOTE: Use a condenser type microphone, other types may not work with your voice recorder.

Adjust Volume Scan forward through current message
Press VOL+ or VOLPress and hold

PLAYBACK

Playing Back Messages: 1. 2. 3. Enter STOP mode. Press or to select message. Press to start playback, icon will show on the display.
Scan backwards Press and hold through current message Mark important messages Delete important mark Press and hold (2 seconds) to mark current message Press and hold (2 seconds) to delete mark while message is playing back Press to playback an indexed portion only

to end.

Repeat indexed section playback Repeat whole message
Functions During Playback During message playback, the voice recorder can perform a number of different functions: Functions Display available recording time Descriptions Press during playback
Press to playback an entire current message if no indexes have been marked on it
Connecting Your Earphone Use the included earphone to listen to messages.
CAUTION: Using the earphone to listen to messages too loudly may cause permanent ear damage. Lower the volume of the recorder before listening.
NOTE: Time count shown may be inaccurate during fast or slow playback. Searching for Important Messages In STOP mode: Press and hold for two seconds. Search for previous or next important message by pressing or.
Erasing Messages in STOP mode Changing Playback Speed While message is playing back:
Press and VOL simultaneously to decrease playback speed (S-Play).
Press and hold for two seconds, press to confirm the deletion. Erasing all messages except those marked as :
Press and VOL + simultaneously to increase playback speed (F-Play).

Press and hold confirm.

, press
NOTE: Settings remain unchanged after messages are erased.

IT CL Aut bE

DE Clock setting Voice activated recording
EN Adjust time and date On / Off On / Off Format memory

VOICE RECORDER SETTING

Configure Settings Your voice recorder has various settings that can be configured: NOTE: Before you can access any settings functions, you must first press to enter STOP mode.
Button press confirmation tone Format
Folder selection (FOL) Choose the current folder (Folder A or Folder B) to organize your messages. Each can hold up to 99 messages. Button Press Confirmation Beep (bE) This feature alerts the user every time a button has been pressed. NOTE: Button press confirmation beep will not sound during recording to prevent the beep tone from being recorded. Format (FO) This feature formats the memory. In format setting press , when FO blinks press and hold to begin formatting memory. NOTE: All memory, including files marked as important will be erased. Dual Alarms (AL1 / AL2) You can set two different alarm times to help keep track of important events. Make sure you set the clock before attempting to set an alarm, otherwise the alarm feature will not be available.

To change recorder settings, in STOP MODE press MENU to find the desired function. Change the mode settings by pressing and adjust settings by pressing or. Press button to confirm settings. Press button to exit settings.
Table Of Settings Setting FOL Description Currently active folder selected Options Folder A / Folder B
Different recording SP (Standard Play) / LP quality and (Long Play) capacity Alarm Setting AL1 or AL2 On / Off

AL 1/2

Note: A will indicate that an alarm has been set. It will also blink during the alarm setting process.When an alarm has been deactivated, "OFF" will appear on the LCD display.

BATTERY INFORMATION

When changing or removing batteries, recorded messages will not be erased but some menu settings such as the current time may be lost. If this happens, refer to the section "Using the Voice Recorder" for information about how to reconfigure the settings. Battery Life At full capacity, the batteries should last approximately: 16 hours of continuous playback at medium volume. 20 hours of continuous recording.

Alarm on

Alarm off

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Locking Recorder Buttons
NOTE: When battery levels are low, only the time and date will show, none of the buttons will work. When replacing the batteries, do not mix new batteries with old ones. Battery Level Indication: If the battery mark occasionally flashes during playback but not during recording, this is due to differences in the power needed for recording and playback. When this happens, replace the batteries.
This feature disables all recorder buttons, preventing playback, and erasing of messages. Simply slide HOLD into position. A will show to indicate that all buttons have been locked. NOTE: You can still record messages when the unit is locked.

Medium

Empty Replace
When the voice recorder will not be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to prevent leakage.

3V DC ADAPTOR

You can power the recorder through the mains by using a 3V DC Adaptor (output 3V DC 500mA). Please contact your local distributor for more information about this feature. The adaptor is an alternate power source for your player and cannot be used to charge batteries. CAUTION: When connecting the AC Adaptor, be sure to turn off the power of the recorder. Do not disconnect the AC adaptor while recording as this may cause damage to the data. NOTE: Recorded messages are not lost after the batteries have been removed but all settings including the current time will be lost.
IT DE FR EN Digital Recorder LCD Displays When Connected to the Computer: "PC" is displayed when connection is established. In this state voice recorder buttons are inactive. Error message "ERR" is displayed when an internal error occurs.

System Requirements Before installing the Voice Recorder Link software onto your computer, you must first check to make sure your system meets the following requirements: Operating System - MS -Windows 98 98SE, MS Windows ME, MS Windows 2000 Professional or MS Windows XP Home Edition, and MS-Windows XP Professional. CPU requirement - Pentium 233 MHz (Pentium II 300MHz or above is recommended). Available hard-disk space - 5MB for software and 300MByte for recorded data. CD ROM drive. RAM size - 64MByte (128MByte or above is recommended). Display - SVGA or above. Audio - 16 bit sound card. Communication port - 1 available USB port.

VOICE RECORDER LINK

Oregon Scientific Voice Recorder Link Software Features Save digital recordings (including date/time stamp) from voice recorder to PC. Load digital recordings (including date/time stamp) from PC to voice recorder. Archive and organize important recordings. Convert recordings into *.WAV file format for use with different programs. Send voice files as attachments with emails.
NOTE: The Voice Recorder Link software is not compatible with Macintosh operating systems.
VOICE RECORDER LINK SOFTWARE

Click Next

NOTE: Windows XP users may encounter some warnings when installing the software. These are not errors. Please continue the installation process by clicking "Continue Anyway", the software and driver installation will proceed normally. STEP 1: Install the Software (First Time Users) 1. 2. Shut down any programs that are running. Place the software disk into your computers CD-ROM drive. The installer should begin automatically. If the installer doesnt begin automatically, initialize it manually by: A. Double-click the My Computer icon on desktop. B. Double-click CD-ROM icon. Note to Windows XP users, if the "Found New Hardware Wizard" appears: 1. Select "install the software automatically (Recommended)", then click Next. When the "This software hasn't passed windows logo testing" message appears, click Continue Anyway.

Follow the onscreen installation guide. When installation is complete click Finish, then close all programs and restart your computer.
STEP 2: Attach Voice Recorder to PC Once the software is successfully installed, attach the supplied USB cable to the computers USB port and the recorders digital terminal.
SWE NL POR ES STEP 3: Load the Voice Recorder Link Program Double click the desktop shortcut.

IT DE You can either:

Save the highlighted message on the PC in (*.WAV) format and then play it. Play a previously saved (*.WAV) message 3. Choose the directory you want to save the file to (Save As), or you can play a message by selecting (Open), then finding the file where the message is located. Your default *.WAV format player should begin playing back the message.
STEP 4: Display Message Information If everything is attached correctly, when you start the program your digital voice recorder will automatically connect. This screen will show all the messages recorded on your voice recorder:
Saving Messages (Recorder to PC) 1. Select the desired message by choosing one of the following methods: Press the Save icon: Select Message and then choose Save from Voice Recorder to PC in the pull down menu. Right click the message and then select Save from Voice Recorder to PC. Choose the location, name and file format to save your information in: Record Quality High Low Same
Playback Messages Recorded on Your Digital Voice Recorder / Saved on Your PC: 1. Select desired message by choosing one of the following methods: Press. Select Message Play in pull down menu. Right click Message and then select Play. Double click the message The following dialogue box will appear:
File Format PCM (*.wav) Truespeech (*.wav) RAW (*.dvb)

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NOTE: The RAW file format cannot be listened to, and is for backup purposes only. It can be loaded from the PC to voice recorder. The default save file name includes the following information:
A message option box will popup, choose the folder on your voice recorder you want the message to be saved to, then click OK
MSG: Message A: From folder 03: Message Number 0101_0000: Month/Day/Hour/Minute
NOTE: Indexes marked during recording will remain marked after loading it to the voice recorder. Deleting Messages in Voice Recorder Your Digital Voice Recorder must first be connected to the PC: 1. 2. Select the message you want to delete by clicking to highlight it. To clear the message, either: Delete on keyboard Menu->Edit->Delete
Loading Messages (PC to Voice Recorder) When a connection between your PC and Voice recorder has been established, you can load previously saved messages in (*.dvb) format by: 1. Select the folder by Either: A / B tab
OR Menu (Tools) -> View ->Folder (A or B) 2. 3. To load, select Choose the desired (*.dvb) message to load to your voice recorder. 3. Click Yes to confirm.

NOTE: In PC mode, Messages marked as important cannot be deleted. Please make the deletions on the voice recorder (->10).

TROUBLESHOOTING

This section includes a list of frequently asked questions for problems you may encounter with your digital voice recorder unit. Check here before contacting our customer service department. Digital Voice Recording Unit Problem No Power Check Make sure the batteries are installed correctly. Make sure the batteries have not run out. Buttons do not work No Sounds Voice recorder HOLD is on Volume is not turned up Earphone is not plugged correctly Problem with external microphone External microphone not plugged in Condenser type microphone not used Cannot record messages FULL is displayed on LCD screen) The maximum 99 messages has been reached in current folder Maximum storage capacity has been reached Maximum amount of 125 indexes has been reached within current message Device should be reset Remedy Check that polarities match those shown in the battery compartment. (->4) Replace old batteries with new ones. Unlock the HOLD switch (->3) Press VOL+ during playback Make sure earphone is plugged in correctly (->10) Make sure microphone is plugged in correctly (->8) Plug in a condenser type microphone Erase some messages (->10) or choose other folder with fewer messages (->7) Erase some messages (->10)
Cannot mark indexes Operation not normal
Start recording a new message (->6)
Reset the unit by removing the batteries. Wait 5 seconds, and then reinsert the batteries
Software Problem Cannot locate voice recorder on PC Cannot store messages Symptom Error message states unit is not properly connected Error message states memory is full Check This USB cable is properly attached Erase some messages (->10) to make room TIP: If the message is important then you should first save it (->15) USB cable is properly attached

Time-out error

When transferring a message to and from PC to unit you get no response or a time-out When you try selecting a file format that is not supported When the selected output path / drive is either full or read only

File error

The file was not created by Voice Recorder Link software Please make sure that the selected drive has enough free space, or that any write protect features have been disabled Delete unwanted files on your hard drive to create space Install *.WAV format player
Failed to save the file to the selected path

Memory error

When the PC does not have enough memory for the operation When you do not have compatible *.WAV format file player
Unable to playback *.WAV files

CAUTION

In case of electrostatic discharge, the product may not function properly and will require a manual reset. After reset, messages recorded will remain intact; if a message was being recorded it will be lost.

SAFETY AND CARE

SAFETY To ensure that you use your voice recorder correctly, read these Safety Notes and your User Manual carefully. The warnings given here provide important safety information and should be observed at all times. GENERAL WARNINGS Do not attempt to repair the voice recorder yourself. Contact the retailer or our customer service department if your product requires servicing. The voice recorder is a precision instrument. Never attempt to take this device apart. There is a serious danger of powerful electric shocks. Do not immerse the voice recorder in water. Do not, under any circumstances, touch the exposed electronic circuitry of the voice recorder, as there is a danger of electric shock should it become exposed. Take special care when handling a damaged LCD display, as the liquid crystals can be harmful to your health. Do not use or store the voice recorder in locations that may adversely affect the product such as rain, snow, desert, and magnetic fields. Do not use this device in aircrafts or hospitals. The use of the voice recorder can cause malfunctions in the control devices of other equipment. Do not subject the voice recorder to impact or shock while recording.
IT DE FR EN About Noise During recording OR playback, noise may be generated if too close to a power lead, florescent light, or portable phone. If the unit is bumped or rubbed during recording, noise may be recorded. Cleaning for Your Voice Recorder Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the LCD display. Use a damp cloth and mild detergent to wipe the unit. Dry immediately. Storage Remove the device from the pouch and keep it in a well-ventilated place to prevent molding. Check all major functions when the voice recorder has been unused for a long period of time to check that the device is fully operational. OTHER NOTICES Statement of Responsibility Oregon Scientific assumes no responsibility for any incidental losses (such as the costs of recording or the loss of income from recording) incurred as a result of faults with this product. Oregon Scientific will not be held liable for any bodily injury, death, property damages or any other claims of whatever nature resulting from the misuse or negligence of the VR product, whether intentional or unintentional. Oregon Scientific will not be responsible for any deviations in the usage of the device from those specified in the user instructions or any unapproved alterations or repairs of the product.

Copyright Voices or sounds recorded using your voice recorder cannot be used in ways that infringe copyright laws. Note that some restrictions apply to the recording of performances, entertainments and exhibits, even when intended purely for personal use. Users are also asked to note that the transfer of memory containing data protected under copyright laws is only permissible within the restrictions imposed.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Type Recording Medium Recording Time Speaker Actual Maximum Output PC Connection Battery Type Battery Life Size Weight Display Description Solid state memory Standard Long 132 min 265 min
Ceramic speaker dia. 23mm 19mW USB 1.x AAA 1.5V Alkaline batteries Approx. 16 hours of continuous playback Approx. 20 hours of continuous recording 118.2mm (L) x 32mm (W) x 13mm (T) (14.5mm [T] at speaker) 30g without batteries 20.6mm (W) x 20.6mm (L)
NOTE: Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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