Installing Software

Before you connect the recorder to your PC and use it, you must first install the utility software from the included Software CD. Applications included with Voice & Music DM Series Utility Software
DSS Player: Recorded voice files can be downloaded to the PC for complete file management and playback solution. Windows Media Player: Music data can be converted into music files and uploaded to the recorder. Acrobat Reader is installed on your PC. It is required to view the accompanying manual in PDF format.
Be sure to confirm the following before installation:
Exit all running applications. Eject the floppy disk if you are using one. If you are running Windows2000/XP or Mac OS X on the network, you need to log on as an Administrator.

Windows

Installing DSS Player
Insert OLYMPUS Voice & Music DM Series Utility Software into the CDROM drive.
The installation program will start automatically. Once the program starts, jump to step 4. If it does not, follow the procedures in steps 2 and 3.
Confirm your acceptance of the terms of the Licensing Agreement.
You must accept the terms of the Licensing Agreement to install DSS Player. If you accept them, click [Yes].
Register user information.
Register user information. Enter your name, company name, and license ID number (serial number). The license ID number is printed on the license ID card. Click [Next]. A confirmation dialog box opens, click [Yes].
Click the [Start] button and select [Run]. Enter D:\setup.exe in the [Open] field and click [OK].
This is assuming the CD-ROM drive is D.
The installation Language Selection dialog box opens.
Click the desired language to select it.
Select where to install DSS Player.
This lets you specify the folder in which to install DSS Player. Click [Browse] to find the desired installation folder. To accept the default folder, click [Next]. Note If the installation folder does not exist, a confirmation dialog box opens to get your permission to create a folder for this purpose. Click [Yes].
Select the necessary software, when the OLYMPUS Voice & Music DM Series Utility Software opening screen appears.

Select a program menu folder.
You may change the program menu folder to another one, such as [Start Up]. To accept the default folder, click [Next].
Authorizing the start of file copying.
Confirm all Current Settings. To accept them, click [Next].
To change the program menu folder or installation folder, click [Back].

Customize Option.

Installation

Copy files.

Wait until DSS Player is installed on your PC, then click [Finish]. The screen returns to the opening screen automatically.
Select the installation options. To select the default, click [Finish]. Installation is complete and Windows Media Player will start up. Close Windows Media Player to return to the opening screen.
If you would like to install Windows Media Player at this time, please select Install Windows Media Player and proceed to step 12 below.
If you would like to install Acrobat Reader at this time, please select Install Acrobat Reader and proceed to step 15 below.

Install Acrobat Reader

Installing Windows Media Player
Install Acrobat Reader according to the directions on the screen.
Confirm acceptance of the terms of the Licensing Agreement.
You must accept the terms of the Licensing Agreement to install Windows Media Player. If you accept them, click [I Accept]. Installing Windows Media Player.
Installing the Device Driver
Connect the recorder to your PC, referring to Connecting to Your PC ( P.46).
When you connect the recorder to your PC for the first time after installing DSS Player, the recorder's driver will be installed automatically. If the driver is installed properly, DSS Player will start automatically. (For details about operation for DSS Player see pages from P.52)
Select your Privacy Options.
You can set up your privacy options on this screen. If you want to install the software applying to your environment, change the check in the checkbox. To select the default, click [Next].

Macintosh

Insert OLYMPUS Voice & Music DM Series Utility Software into the CDROM drive. Double-click CD icon.
Double-click the desired language to select it.
Double-click the following icon.
(OS 9.x) DSS Player for Mac Installer (OS X) DSS Player (for Mac) Installer OS X
Click [Continue] when the DSS Player for Mac opening screen appears. Confirm your acceptance of the terms of the Licensing Agreement.

The file comment setup process begins.

Input the character.

If you will input characters using the recorder, see step 6 of Assigning Folder Names ( P.87). If you will input characters using a computer, see Editing File Comments ( P.59).
When you have finished setting the file comments, press and hold the PLAY button for 1 second or longer.
This completes the file comment input procedure.
In case of WMA files, file comments can only be added to files recorded with Olympus recorders.
LCD Display Information (VOICE mode)
The LCD screen on the recorder can display 6 different format of information by pressing the DISPLAY button. This help review and confirm different recorder settings and file information.
Press the DISPLAY button.
The LCD display views will switch every time the DISPLAY button is pressed.
While in stop or playback mode
When pressing Display, the recorder will cycle through 1 to 6. If there is no file, 5 and 6 will display alternately. 1 File length
Shows how long a file is.
6 Current time and date }
Shows the current time and date. (During playback, the TIME & DATE or the counter appears.)

2 Time stamp

Shows the year, month, and date that the file was recorded.

3 Time stamp

Shows the time that the file was recorded.
* If a comment contains many characters, it will scroll horizontally to display the complete comment.

5 Memory remaining

Shows remaining recording time.

4 File comment*

Shows comment added to a file. (If there is no comment, --- will appear.)

While in record mode

Displays 1 and 2 alternately.

1 Recording level meter

Displays the sound input level graphically and the remaining time available for recording in count-down mode.

2 Remaining memory bars

Displays the remaining time available for recording in bar mode and countdown mode.
While recording in VCVA mode
Displays 1 and 2 alternately. 1 VCVA recording level meter
Displays the sound input level graphically and the remaining time available for recording in count-down mode. (STANDBY appears if the VCVA actuation level isn't reached.)

Menu List (VOICE mode)

REC MODE MIC SENSE LOCK BACK SPACE ALL PLAY TIME&DATE FORMAT CONTRAST BEEP BACKLIGHT EXT.INPUT COMMENT FOLDER NAME ALARM VCVA
Selection from HQ, SP and LP modes. Mic sense setting (P.28). Selection between CONFERENCE (high-sensitivity mode) and DICTATION (low-sensitivity mode). Locking files setting (P.80). Selection between ON (locked) and OFF (unlocked). Back space setting (P.35). Selection from OFF, 1 SEC SKIP and 2 SEC SKIP. Continuous playback setting ( P.34). Selection between ON (enabled) and OFF (disabled). Time/Date setting. In order of hour, minute, year, month and day (P.12). Recorder formatting (P.92). LCD contrast adjustment (P.84). Adjust the level from 1 to 12. System sounds setting (P.86). Selection between ON (enabled) and OFF (disabled). Backlight setting (P.85). Selection between ON (enabled) and OFF (disabled). EXT.INPUT setting (P.29). Selection from AUTO SELECT, STEREO INPUT and MONAURAL INPUT. Assigning file comments (P.40).

Using Online Help

To open Online Help, you have the following options.
(Windows) Click the [Start] button, select [All Programs], then [Olympus DSS Player 2002], then click [Help]. While DSS Player is running, choose [Contents] from the [Help] menu. While DSS Player is running, press [F1] on the keyboard. (Macintosh) While DSS Player is running, choose [DSS Player for Mac Help] from the [Help] menu.

Search by Contents

Once the Online Help screen appears, click the Contents tab. Double-click the heading. Double-click the icon of the desired topic
The title of the topic is displayed.
icon of the desired topic.
An explanation of the topic is displayed.

Search by Key word

Once the Online Help screen appears, click the Index tab. Enter text.
Matcing keywords are located automatically.
Choose a topic, then click [Display].
For more information on menus and operations, refer to Online Help. You will be able to use Online Help after DSS Player is installed.

Connecting to Your PC

Be sure to finish installing DSS Player before connecting the recorder.
Connecting to your PC using the USB cable
Release the HOLD switch. Insert end A of the USB cable to your PC's USB port or USB hub. Confirm that the recorder is not in use before attaching end b of the USB cable to the terminal port of the recorder.
REMOTE is displayed on recorder if the USB cable is connected.

REMOTE

When the recorder is connected and My Computer is opened, a removable disk drive is displayed. If Add New Hardware Wizard appears, cancel the wizard by pressing the [Cancel] button and then install DSS Player.
If the recorder is connected to Mac OS, an icon with a drive name of unlabeled appears.
Disconnecting from Your PC

98/98 SE

Confirm that the record/play indicator lamp on the recorder is not flashing. Rightclick the Removable Disk icon in My Computer and select [Eject]. Disconnect the USB cable.

Me/2000/XP

Click the on the task bar located at the lower-right corner of the screen. Click [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device-Drive].

It will read [Stop USB Disk-Drive] for Windows Me. The drive letter will differ depending on the computer being used.
When the Safe To Remove Hardware window appears, click [OK].
Disconnect the USB cable.
Move the icon of the recorder's drive displayed on desktop to trash box by drag and drop. Disconnect the USB cable.
NEVER disconnect the USB cable while the record/play indicator lamp is flashing. If you do, the data will be destroyed. Refer to the user's manual for your PC regarding the USB port or USB hub on your PC. Be sure that you connect the USB cable either directly to the USB port on your PC or the self-power (AC adapter connection) USB hub. Be sure to push the cable connector all the way in. Otherwise, the recorder may not operate properly. Release the HOLD switch.
Connecting to your PC using the cradle
Place the recorder on the cradle
Insert end A of the USB cable to your PC's USB port or USB hub. Connect the end b of the USB cable to the cradle. Make sure that the recorder is off, and place it in the cradle.
1 Set the recorder vertically.
2 While pushing down the top of the recorder, set the recorder on the cradle. In this case, make sure that concavity on the rear of the recorder fits convexity of the cradle. REMOTE is displayed on recorder if the USB cable is connected. Remove the recorder from the cradle Follow step 1 in Disconnecting from Your PC ( P.47).
Make sure that the recorder's record/play indicator lamp isn't flashing, and remove the recorder from the cradle.
Hold the cradle with your hand, and raise the recorder from the top end to remove it from the hook, as shown in the illustration.
Do not touch the connection point on the front of the cradle (at the low end), as that may cause bad connection. The cradle does not have the recharging function.

Running DSS Player

By connecting the recorder to your PC, you can automatically start the application. Disabling automatic start
Right click the icon in the System Tray in the lower right-hand corner of the screen, then click Select startup application. Select and click [DSS Player 2002].
The check mark on [DSS Player 2002] disappears. For automatic start, select and click DSS Player to reinstate again.

NEVER disconnect the USB cable while the record/play indicator lamp is flashing. If you do, the data will be destroyed. Depending on the size of the voice file and your PC, it may take some time to download the files. The downloaded files will be stored in the download tray folder that corresponds to the folder in the recorder. (Example: A voice file downloaded from Folder A will be stored in download tray A on your PC.) If a voice file already exists on your PC with the same name, date and time recorded, the new file will not be downloaded.

Play a Voice File

Select the folder that contains the voice file you would like to play.
Select the voice file to play from the Voice File List Box.

Play the voice file.

Click the (play) button of the Play Control Bar.
Other playback control such as Rewind, Fast Forward, Stop, Speed Control, Volume Control, Time Axis and Index Skip are available from the Play Control Bar.

File name

File names are assigned in the following manner:

DM20 0004.dss

Extension File number. A serial number automatically assigned by a Digital Voice Recorder. User ID.. The name that has been set on the Digital Voice Recorder. The default name on the Digital Voice Recorder is DM20 or DM10. The user ID can be modified with DSS Player ( P.58).
Upload Voice Files to the Recorder
DSS Player has a feature to enable you to upload DSS-format voice files from your PC to the recorder.
Select the folder that contains the voice file to upload from the Dictation Folder window.
Select the voice file to upload from the Voice File List Box.
Select the folder to upload.
(Windows) From the [Download] menu select [Upload Files] or click the Upload icon. Once the folder list box where the file is to be uploaded is displayed, select the folder from which the file is to be uploaded. (Macintosh) From the [Tools] menu, click [Upload Files]. Once the folder list box where the file is to be uploaded is displayed, select the folder from which the file is to be uploaded.

Upload the voice file.

The voice file is uploaded to the recorder.

Upload complete.

Once the transmission screen closes and the record/play indicator lamp on the recorder is OFF, upload is completed.*
* In general, it will take more than 5 seconds (more than 12 seconds with Windows 2000/XP) after the transmission screen closes before uploading is completed.
You can also drag and drop files from the Voice File List Box to the Device Manager window.
NEVER disconnect the USB cable while the record/play indicator lamp is flashing. If you do, the data will be destroyed.
Send Voice Files with E-mail
Audio files are stored in the Message folder on the hard disk. If you want to send a voice file by attaching it to E-mail, select the file from the Message folder. The Message folder location can be found from the [Tools] menu, [Options], and then Download folder tab. The file can be replayed with DSS Player-Lite even though the recipient does not have DSS Player. Free DSS Player-Lite can be downloaded from Olympus homepage. http://www.olympusamerica.com/cpg_section/cpg_downloads.asp http://cf.olympus-europa.com/consumer/voice/downloads/downloads.cfm

Transfer edited content to the recorder Save edited content Read saved content Delete edited content
Load templates from the recorder
Transfer all comment and folder information to the recorder
Delete all changed content

Close the dialog box

NEVER disconnect the USB cable while the record/play indicator lamp is flashing. If you do, the data will be

60 destroyed.

Using the Recorder as a Music Player
The recorder supports music files in MP3 and WMA formats, which can be transferred from the PC to the corresponding music folder of the recorder.
Using Windows Media Player
By using Windows Media Player, music files from music CDs can be converted (ripped) ( P.64) and music files that you bought from any music distribution sites can be easily transferred to the recorder ( P.65).

Internet

Using the Recorder as a Music Player /Using Windows Media Player

Music CD

Windows Media Player included with the recorder is for Windows only. Please use your favorite application software according to your use.
Copyright and copyright protection feature (DRM)
By the Copyright Act, any voice/music files and music CDs downloaded from the Internet without the copyright holders permission may not be reproduced, distributed, publicized/re-publicized on the Internet, or converted into MP3 or WMA files for the purpose of commercial business or sale. A WMA file may be provided with DRM (Digital Right Management) for copyright protection. DRM limits the file to copy or distribute music files that are converted (ripped) from a music CD or downloaded from music distribution services. To transfer a WMA file with DRM to the recorder, you need to use appropriate methods such as Windows Media Player. Copying the music files with DRM purchased from online music distribution service to a portable device such as this recorder may be restricted.
Windows Media Audio License and Distribution Agreement
You have acquired an item (DM-20/10) that includes software licensed by OLYMPUS from Microsoft Licensing Inc. or its affiliates (MS). Those installed software products of MS origin, as well as associated media, printed materials, and online or electronic documentation (SOFTWARE) are protected by copyright laws and international copyright treaties, as well as other intellectual property laws and treaties. The SOFTWARE is licensed, not sold.

* [Approved alternative text if OLYMPUS does not mention MS in the EULA text: You have acquired an item(DM-20/10) which includes software licensed by OLYMPUS from one or more software licensors (OLYMPUSs Software Suppliers). Such software products, as well as associated media, printed materials, and online or electronic documentation (SOFTWARE) are protected by copyright laws and international copyright treaties, as well as other intellectual property laws and treaties.]
IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA), DO NOT USE THE DM-20/10 OR COPY THE SOFTWARE. INSTEAD, PROMPTLY CONTACT OLYMPUS FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON RETURN OF THE UNUSED DM-20/10(S) FOR A REFUND. ANY USE OF THE SOFTWARE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO USE ON THE DM-20/10, WILL CONSTITUTE YOUR AGREEMENT TO THIS EULA (OR RATIFICATION OF ANY PREVIOUS CONSENT). GRANT OF LICENSE. The SOFTWARE is licensed, not sold. This EULA grants you the following rights to the SOFTWARE:
You may use the SOFTWARE only on the DM-20/10. NOT FAULT TOLERANT. THE SOFTWARE IS NOT FAULT TOLERANT. [OLYMPUS] HAS INDEPENDENTLY DETERMINED HOW TO USE THE SOFTWARE IN THE DM-20/10, AND MS HAS RELIED UPON [OLYMPUS] TO CONDUCT SUFFICIENT TESTING TO DETERMINE THAT THE SOFTWARE IS SUITABLE FOR SUCH USE. NO WARRANTIES FOR THE SOFTWARE. THE SOFTWARE is provided ASIS and with all faults. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO SATISFACTORY QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCURACY, AND EFFORT (INCLUDING LACK OF NEGLIGENCE) IS WITH YOU. ALSO, THERE IS NO WARRANTY AGAINST INTERFERENCE WITH YOUR ENJOYMENT OF THE SOFTWARE OR AGAINST INFRINGEMENT. IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED ANY WARRANTIES REGARDING THE DM20/10 OR THE SOFTWARE, THOSE WARRANTIES DO NOT ORIGINATE FROM, AND ARE NOT BINDING ON, MS. Note on Java Support. The SOFTWARE may contain support for programs written in Java. Java technology is not fault tolerant and is not designed, manufactured, or intended for use or resale as online control equipment in hazardous environments requiring fail-safe performance, such as in the operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or communication systems, air traffic control, direct life support machines, or weapons systems, in which the failure of Java technology could lead directly to death, personal injury, or severe physical or environmental damage. Sun Microsystems, Inc. has contractually obligated MS to make this disclaimer. No Liability for Certain Damages. EXCEPT AS PROHIBITED BY LAW, MS SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE. THIS LIMITATION SHALL APPLY EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. Limitations on Reverse Engineering, Decompilation, and Disassembly. You may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the SOFTWARE, except and only to the extent that such activity is expressly permitted by applicable law not withstanding this limitation. SOFTWARE TRANSFER ALLOWED BUT WITH RESTRICTIONS. You may permanently transfer rights under this EULA only as part of a permanent sale or transfer of the DM-20/10, and only if the recipient agrees to this EULA. If the SOFTWARE is an upgrade, any transfer must also include all prior versions of the SOFTWARE. EXPORT RESTRICTIONS. You acknowledge that the SOFTWARE, or any part thereof, or any process or service that is the direct product of the SOFTWARE(the foregoing collectively referred to as the Restricted Components) are of U.S. origin. You agree to comply with all applicable international and national laws that apply to these products, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, as well as end-user, end-user and destination restrictions issued by U.S. and other governments. For additional information on exporting Microsoft products, see http://www.Microsoft.com/exporting/.

If a remote controller is used, insert the earphone into the EAR jack.
Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder. Press the FF or REW button to choose the music file that you want to play.
The filename and the length of the music track a will be displayed. If you hold the FF or REW, files are skipped b continuously.
a File being selected b Length of the file being selected
The record/play indicator lamp will flash in green, and the title and artist name will scroll c on the left side of the screen. d
c Title and artist name of the file being played d Play time of the file being played
The next track will automatically start once the track being played is finished.
The proper bit rate for playback on the recorder are 32 kbps to 160 kbps for both the MP3 and WMA format. It is possible to play back files with different bit rates (converting the bit rate within one file); however, the displayed time may not be accurate. When using the earphones, do NOT set the volume too high. Listening at very high volume may lead to hearing loss. It is possible to listen to music without the earphones, using the internal speakers; however, the sound will be in mono, not stereo. Up to 40 characters per track can be used to list title and artist name.

Playback Functions

Skip a Music File While Playing It Press the FF button while playing a music file. The recorder skips to the beginning of the next track and starts playing it. Press the REW button while playing a music file. The recorder skips to the beginning of the current track and starts playing it. Fast Forward Hold the FF button while playing a music file.
Will fast-forward to the end of the track
and stop at the beginning of the next track.
Canceling Fast Forward Release the FF button where you want the music file played. Playback begins. Fast Rewind Hold the REW button while playing a music file. Will rewind to the beginning of the current track and resume playback. Canceling Fast Rewind Release the REW button where you want the music file played. Playback begins. Canceling Playback Press the PLAY or STOP button. Will stop playing the current track.
Various Playback Features
Equalizer The equalizer mode is selected in the following order each time the EQ (equalizer) button is pressed. FLAT ROCK POP JAZZ USER You can set/create your own equalizer preferences using the user equalizer (USER EQ) function (P.71).
If no action is taken within 2 seconds after the EQ button is pressed, the display will revert to the normal indication.
Repeat and Random Play The play mode is switched in the following order each time the REPEAT button is pressed more than 1 second with playback stopped or is pressed during playback. Normal play Single music repeat play All music repeat play Random play Random repeat play Function
Normal play Single music repeat play All music repeat play Random repeat play Random play

You can also highlight the music file and change the track position by clicking on the order buttons in the toolbar (Windows version only).
NEVER disconnect the USB cable while the record/play indicator lamp is flashing. When removing the USB cable, be sure to follow the description in P47. If the USB cable is removed before the drive is stopped, data may not be successfully transferred.

Menu List (MUSIC mode)

WOW EFFECT USER EQ LOCK
Set the surround effect and bass effect ( P.69). Register your equalizer settings ( P.71). Locking files setting ( P.80). Selection between ON (locked) and OFF (unlocked). Time/Date setting. In order of hour, minute, year, month and day ( P.12). Recorder formatting ( P.92). LCD contrast adjustment ( P.84). Adjust the level from 1 to 12. System sounds setting ( P.86). Selection between ON (enabled) and OFF (disabled). Backlight setting ( P.85). Selection between ON (enabled) and OFF (disabled). Folder naming ( P.87). Alarm playback setting ( P.81). Selection between ON (enabled) and OFF (disabled).
TIME&DATE FORMAT CONTRAST BEEP BACKLIGHT FOLDER NAME ALARM
Part of the menu is common with the VOICE mode. If you press the STOP button or the REC button, during a menu setup operation, the recorder will stop and apply the items that were set to that point. The recorder will stop if you leave it idle for 3 minutes during a menu setup operation, when a selected item is not applied.
Features Common to the Voice Recorder and Music Player

Erasing

Erasing One File at a Time
A selected file can be erased from a folder.
Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder. Press the FF or REW button to choose the file you want to erase.

a File to be erased

Press the ERASE button.
FILE ERASE? flashes on the display for approximately 8 seconds.
Press the ERASE button once more when FILE ERASE? is flashing.
The display changes to FILE ERASE! and erasing will start.
ERASE DONE is displayed when the file is erased. File numbers will be reassigned automatically.
Erase All Files from a Folder
All files in a folder can be erased simultaneously, except for locked files ( P.80).
Press the FOLDER button to choose the folder you want to erase all files.
a Folder from which to erase files
Press the ERASE button for 3 seconds or longer.
ALL ERASE? flashes on the display for approximately 8 seconds.
Press the ERASE button once more when ALL ERASE? is flashing.
The display changes to ALL ERASE! and erasing will start.
ERASE DONE is displayed when the files are erased. Locked files are reassigned file numbers in ascending order.

An erased file cannot be restored. If the ERASE button is not pressed within the 8 seconds after FILE ERASE? or ALL ERASE? starts flashing, the recorder will revert to stop status. Completion of erasing may take 10 seconds. Never do anything during this period because data may be corrupted. Battery removal and AC adapter setting/removal are not permissible, whether or not the battery is set in the recorder.

Locking Files (LOCK)

Locking a file keeps important data from being accidentally erased. Locked files are not erased when you choose to erase all files from a folder ( P.78).

5,7 2,4,6

8 2,4,6
Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder. Press the FF or REW button to choose the file you want to lock. Press and hold the MENU button for 1 second or longer.
Press the FF or REW button until LOCK flashes on the display.
The file locking setup process begins.
ON : Locks the file and prevents it from being erased. OFF : Unlocks the file and allows it to be erased.
Alarm Playback Function (ALARM)
The alarm playback function can be set to play a selected file at a pre-set time.

5 2,4,6

5 2,4,6 6
Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder. Press the FF or REW button to choose the file to be played when the alarm sounds. Press and hold the MENU button for 1 second or longer.
Press the FF or REW button until ALARM flashes on the display.
The alarm playback setup process begins.
ON : Enables alarm playback. OFF : Disables alarm playback.

7,9,11 8,10

Press the PLAY button to complete the setup screen.
When you choose ON, the hour indicator flashes. When you choose OFF, the alarm indicator disappears and finishes with Step 12.
Press the FF or REW button to set the hour. Press the PLAY button to accept the hour.
The minute indicator flashes.

7,9,11

Press the PLAY button to accept the minute. 8,Press the STOP button to close
Press the FF or REW button to set the minute.

the menu.

An alarm tone will sound at the scheduled time. Press any button while the alarm sounds to play the file you associated with the alarm.

Reduce the number of characters within the limit. Up to 12 characters can be used for a folder name ( P.87-89). Up to 100 characters can be used for a file comment ( P.40). You can incorporate comments into the voice files recorded with the recorder or IC recorders from Olympus only. This is a malfunction, so go to the store where you purchased the recorder or an Olympus service station for repair. Delete the file ( P.77). Erase unnecessary files ( P.77).
NO FILE FORMAT ERROR SAME FILE

No file Formatting error

No files were found in the folder. There was an error while formatting the recorder's memory. Tried to create or store a file that has same name as a file in the folder. System error detected in the recorder.
Select another folder. Reformat the memory ( P.92).

Same named file

Change the file name.

SYSTEM ERROR

System error
This is a mulfunction. Contact the place of purchase or Olympus Service Center for repair.

Troubleshooting

Symptom
Nothing appears on the display

Probable cause

The batteries are not loaded properly. The batteries are dead. The recorder is in HOLD mode. The recorder is in HOLD mode.
Verify polarity is correct. Replace with new batteries ( P.10). Release the recorder from HOLD ( P.91). Release the recorder from HOLD ( P.91). Replace with new batteries ( P.10). Erase unnecessary files ( P.77). Check another folder. Switch to VOICE mode ( P.11). Unplug the earphones to use the internal speaker. Adjust the VOLUME button. Unlock the file ( P.80). Move the recorder.

Wont start

The batteries are dead. Low remaining internal flash memory. The maximum number of files has been reached. MUSIC mode is active. No playback tone The earphone is connected. heard The VOLUME button is set to 0. Unable to erase The file is locked. Noise heard The recorder was shaken during recording. during playback The recorder was placed near a cell phone or fluorescent lamp while recording or during playback. Recording level The microphone sensitivity is too low. too low Unable to record Unable to set index marks Wont work with AC adapter Cannot find the downloaded file Cannot find the recorded voice The maximum number of index marks (16) has been reached. The file is locked. A non-standard AC adapter is being used.

Accessories (optional) /Specifications
For the Digital Music Player
Compatible data format WMA, MP3 format Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz Frequency band 20 to 20,000 Hz Playback time DM-20 (128 MB) 100 to 340 minutes DM-10 (64 MB) 50 to 170 minutes (Time may vary depending on the bit rate of the music data.) Maximum headphone output 5mW + 5mW (at load of 32 ) Alkaline battery life Approx. 10 hours Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery life Approx. 8 hours

Common specifications

Recording medium Built-in flash memory 128 MB (DM-20) 64 MB (DM-10) Speaker Built-in 23 mm round dynamic speaker MIC/EAR/REMOTE jack 3.5 mm mini-jack, impedance MIC 2k, EAR 8 or more Maximum working output (3 V DC) 180 mW or more (8 speaker) Input power requirement Rated voltage: 3 V Batteries: Two AAA Alkaline batteries (LR03 or R03) or Two Ni-MH rechargeable batteries External power supply: AC adapter External dimensions 109.5 x 39.5 x 15 mm (without protrusions) Weight 85 g (including alkaline batteries) * Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. * Battery life is measured by Olympus. It varies greatly according to the type of batteries used and the conditions of use.
Technical Assistance And Support
The following are contact information for technical support for Olympus recorders and software only. N Technical Hotline Number in the U.S. and Canada 1-888-553-4448 N User Support E-mail address in the U.S. and Canada distec@olympus.com N Technical Hotline Number in Europe Toll free number 00 available for Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Luxemburg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom Charged numbers for the Rest of Europe ++N User Support E-mail address in Europe dss.support@olympus-europa.com
San-Ei Building, 22-2, Nishi Shinjuku 1-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan. Tel. 03-3340-2211 Two Corporate Center Drive, Melville, NY 11747-3157, U.S.A. Tel. 1-800-622-6372 (Premises/Goods delivery) Wendenstrasse 14-18, 20097 Hamburg, Germany. Tel. 040-237730 (Letters) Postfach 08. 20034 Hamburg. Germany. 2-8 Honduras Street, London EC1Y 0TX, United Kingdom, Tel. 020-7253-2772 http://www.olympus.com
Declaration of Conformity Model Number: DM-20, DM-10 Trade Name: DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER Responsible Party: OLYMPUS AMERICA INC. Address: 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, NY 11747-3157, U.S.A. Telephone Number: 800-622-6372 This device Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

VOICE & MUSIC

DM-20 DM-10

INSTRUCTIONS
EN INSTRUCTIONS FR MODE DEMPLOI ES INSTRUCCIONES
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 recordings, we recommend that you test the record function and volume before use.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents.. 2 Safe and Proper Usage.. 4 General Precautions.. 4
3 Managing Files on Your PC
Using DSS Player Software.. 32 Using Online Help.. 33 Connecting to Your PC.. 34 Running DSS Player.. 38

1 Getting Started

Main Features.. 6 Identification of Parts.. 8 Inserting Batteries.. 10 Using the AC Adapter.. 11 Switching Between the Voice Recorder and Music Player. 11 Setting Time/Date (TIME&DATE). 12 Installing Software.. 14
4 Using the Recorder as a Music Player
Using the Recorder as a Music Player. 40 Using Windows Media Player. 40 Window Names (Windows Media Player). 42 Copying Music from CD. 43 Transferring Music File to the Recorder.. 44 Music Playback.. 45 Increasing the WOW effect (WOW EFFECT). 48 Menu List (MUSIC mode). 50
2 When Using the Recorder as a Voice Recorder
Recording.. 18 Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA).. 20 Recording with External Microphone. 22 Recording Modes (REC MODE). 23 Microphone Sensitivity (MIC SENSE).. 24 Playing... 25 Repeat Playback.. 27 Noise Cancel Function.. 29 Index Marks.. 30 Menu List (VOICE mode). 31
5 Feature Common to the Voice Recorder and Music Player

Erasing... 51 Hold... 54

6 Using the Recorder as a Reader / Writer
Using the Recorder as a Reader/Writer. 55

7 Other Information

Alarm Message List.. 56 Troubleshooting.. 58 Accessories (optional).. 59 Specifications.. 59 Technical Assistance And Support. 61

Safe and Proper Usage

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 safety related information. To protect yourself and others from personal injury or damage to property, it is essential that you always read the warnings and information provided.

Using the Online Manual

When you install the DSS Player 2002 on your PC from the CD-ROM, you can use an online expanded version of this instruction manual, allowing you to learn more about the digital voice recorder. If the DSS Player is installed, click on the [Start] button, select [All Programs], then [ OLYMPUS DSS Player 2002], then click on [DM-20/10 ONLINE INSTRUCTIONS]. You can read more about the items listed below.
Operating Environment. Uninstalling Software.. Listening While Audio Is Recorded (Recording Monitor).. Recording Sound Played Back by Another Device.. Continuous Playback (ALL PLAY). Auto Backspace review (BACK SPACE).. Assigning File Comments (COMMENT)... LCD Display Information (VOICE mode).. Window Names (DSS Player). 52

*1: Depending on the product you purchased, the remote controller microphone may not be included. For the supplied components, see the descriptions on the package. *2: DSS format in SP and LP mode recording, and WMA format in SHQ and HQ mode recording. *3: Available recording time for one continuous file. Available recording time may be shorter if many short recordings are made. (The displayed available recording time and recorded time are approximate indications.) *4: For WMA files, these functions are only available for files recorded with this recorder or the IC recorders from Olympus. *5: The total storage time will vary depending on the bit rate of each music file.
WOW technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. CORTOLOGIC is a registered trademark of Cortologic AG. Other product and brand names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Identification of Parts

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1 EAR/MIC/REMOTE jack 2 Built-in microphone 3 Record/Play indicator lamp 4 REC (Record) button 5 STOP button 6 PLAY button 7 FF (Fast Forward) button 8 REW (Rewind) button 9 VOL (+) button 0 VOL () button ! PC (USB) terminal @ ERASE button
# FOLDER/REPEAT button $ INDEX/EQ button % DISPLAY/MENU button ^ Display (LCD panel) & Strap hole * Power jack ( Battery cover ) Cradle attachment point - Mode (VOICE/MUSIC) switch = HOLD switch q Built-in speaker
Remote Controller Microphone

Display (LCD Panel)

1 Built-in microphone 2 VOL (+) button 3 VOL () button 4 FF (Fast Forward) button 5 REW (Rewind) button 6 PLAY button 7 STOP button 8 REC (Record) button/ REC indicator lamp 9 Clip 0 HOLD switch ! EAR jack
Depending on the product you purchased, the remote controller microphone may not be included. For the supplied components, see the descriptions on the package.
1 Battery indicator 2 VCVA (Variable Control Voice Actuator) indicator 3 WOW indicator 4 Alarm indicator 5 Microphone sensitivity display 6 Record mode indicator 7 Erase lock indicator 8 Repeat, Random play indicator 9 Current file number 0 Total number of recorded files in the folder ! Character Information display

Setting Time/Date (TIME&DATE)
If you have set the time and date, information as to when an audio file is recorded is stored automatically with that file. The time and date should be set to ease file management tasks. The time and date setting is also needed to perform the alarm playback function. The hour indicator will flash automatically when you load batteries before using the recorder for the first time, or after the recorder hasn't been used for a long time. Proceed from step 1.
PLAY button FF/REW button

STOP button

Set the hour.
1 Press the FF button or REW button to set the hour. 2 Press the PLAY button to accept t h e hour. You can choose between 12 and 24 hour display by pressing the MENU button while setting the hour and minute. Example: 5:45 P.M. PM 5:45 17:45 (Initial setting)

PLAY button

(accepts a choice and moves on to the next item)

Set the minute.

1 Press the FF button or REW button to set the minute. 2 Press the PLAY button to accept t h e minute.

(Exits the menu)

MENU button
(switching the data displayed)

FF/REW button

(alters a choice)

Set the year.

1 Press the FF button or REW button to set the year. 2 Press the PLAY button to accept t h e year. You can choose the order of the year, month, day by pressing the MENU button while setting them.
When the remote controller microphone is connected, buttons with the same names as those on the recorder work analogously.
Example: March 14, 2003 3M 14D 2003Y (Initial setting) 14D 3M 2003Y 2003Y 3M 14D

Set the date.

1 Press the FF button or REW button to set the date. 2 Press the PLAY button to accept the date.
Press the STOP button to close the menu.

Set the month.

1 Press the FF button or REW button to set the month. 2 Press the PLAY button to accept t h e month.
If you press the STOP button during the setup operation, the recorder will save the items that were set to that point.

You may change the program menu folder to another one, such as [Start Up]. To accept the default folder, click [Next].
Authorizing the start of file copying.
Confirm all Current Settings. To accept them, click [Next].
To change the program menu folder or installation folder, click [Back].

Customize Option.

Installation

Copy files.

Wait until DSS Player is installed on your PC, then click [Finish]. The screen returns to the opening screen automatically.
Select the installation options. To select the default, click [Finish]. Installation is complete and Windows Media Player will start up. Close Windows Media Player to return to the opening screen.
If you would like to install Windows Media Player at this time, please select Install Windows Media Player and proceed to step 12 below.
If you would like to install Acrobat Reader at this time, please select Install Acrobat Reader and proceed to step 15 below.

Install Acrobat Reader

Installing Windows Media Player
Install Acrobat Reader according to the directions on the screen.
Confirm acceptance of the terms of the Licensing Agreement.
You must accept the terms of the Licensing Agreement to install Windows Media Player. If you accept them, click [I Accept]. Installing Windows Media Player.
Installing the Device Driver
Connect the recorder to your PC, referring to Connecting to Your PC ( P.34).
When you connect the recorder to your PC for the first time after installing DSS Player, the recorder's driver will be installed automatically. If the driver is installed properly, DSS Player will start automatically.
Select your Privacy Options.
You can set up your privacy options on this screen. If you want to install the software applying to your environment, change the check in the checkbox. To select the default, click [Next].

Macintosh

Insert OLYMPUS Voice & Music DM Series Utility Software into the CDROM drive. Double-click CD icon.
Double-click the desired language to select it.
Double-click the following icon.
(OS 9.x) DSS Player for Mac Installer (OS X) DSS Player (for Mac) Installer OS X
Click [Continue] when the DSS Player for Mac opening screen appears. Confirm your acceptance of the terms of the Licensing Agreement.

You must accept the terms of the Licensing Agreement to install DSS Player for Mac. If you accept them, click [Agree].

Completing setup.

Installation has finished. Click [Quit]. If you installed the software into the OS 9.x, you need restart your PC after completing the installation.
Select where to install DSS Player for Mac.
This lets you specify the folder in which to install DSS Player for Mac. To accept the default folder, click [Choose]. Installing DSS Player for Mac.
When Using the Recorder as a Voice Recorder

Recording

The recorder provides five folders, A, B, C, D and E, and each message recorded in a folder is saved as a Digital Speech Standard (DSS) file or a Windows Media Audio (WMA) file. These five folders can be selectively used to distinguish the kind of recording; for example, Folder A might be used to store private information, while Folder B might be dedicated to holding business information. Up to 199 messages can be recorded per folder. Microphone
Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder.
The folder name is displayed.
a Total number of recorded files in the folder b Current file number c Current folder

Microphone

Press the REC button to start recording.
The record/play indicator lamp glows red. Aim the microphone at the sound source. When using the remote controller microphone for recording, the indicator lamp and internal microphone of the recorder are switched off.
d Current recording mode e Recording time f Remaining recording time
Press the STOP button to stop recording.
A beep will sound when remaining recording time reaches 60 seconds, 30 seconds, and 10 seconds while recording. MEMORY FULL or FOLDER FULL will be displayed when the memory or folder capacity is full. Delete any unnecessary files before recording any further ( P.51) or transfer voice files to your computer using DSS Player Software.

Recording functions

Pause Recording
Pause Press the REC button while recording. REC PAUSE will flash on the display. Resume Recording Press the REC button again. Recording will resume at the point of interruption. Note
The recorder will time out after 10 minutes when left in REC PAUSE.
Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA)
When the microphone senses that sounds have reached a preset threshold volume level, the built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) starts recording automatically, and stops when the volume drops below the threshold level. The VCVA feature help extend recording time and conserve memory by turning off recording during silent periods. This helps make the playback, with no lulls or dead space, more efficient and convenient.

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The menu opens ( P.31).
Press the FF or REW button until VCVA flashes on the display.

Press the PLAY button.

The VCVA setup process begins.
Press the FF or REW button to choose between ON and OFF.
ON : Will start recording in VCVA mode. OFF : Will resume recording in normal mode.
Press the PLAY button to complete the setup screen. Press the STOP button to close the menu.
When ON is selected, a VCVA indication will be displayed on the screen.
When the sound volume is lower than the preset threshold sound level, recording automatically stops after 1 sec approximately, recording automatically pauses after approximately 1 second, and STANDBY flashes on the display. The record/play indicator lamp glows when recording starts and flashes when recording pauses.
* When the remote controller is connected, the REC indicator lamp on the remote controller lights up but the record/play indicator lamp on the recorder will be switched off.
Adjust the start/stop actuation level
Press the FF or REW button to adjust the pause sound level during recording.
The VCVA level can be set to any of 15 different values. The higher the value, the more sensitive the recoder to sounds. At the highest value, even the faintest sound will activate recording. The VCVA pause sound level can be adjusted according to the ambient (background) noise.
a Level meter (varies according to the sound volume being recorded) b Start level (moves to the right/left according to the set level)
The start/stop actuation level also varies depending on the selected microphone sensitivity mode ( P.24). To ensure successful recordings, prior testing and adjustment of the start/ stop actuation level is recommended.
Recording with External Microphone
To enhance sound quality during recording, use the Remote Controller Microphone or an optional external microphone. If a stereo microphone is used, recording in SHQ (Stereo High-Quality) mode is possible. Please note, when a microphone is connected to the jack on the recorder, the jack functional switch-over is made automatically.
Make sure that the recorder has stopped. Connect to the jack on the recorder.
If an external microphone is connected to the jack on the recorder, the built-in microphone is disabled.
Applicable external microphones G Remote controller microphone: MR12
MR12 contains a non-directional microphone. With a clip, you can attach the microphone on your jacket's pocket, etc. This microphone is used to record your voice or voices of people close to you.
G Noise-Cancellation microphone: ME12 (optional) (Dictation microphone)
This microphone is used to record your own voice while minimizing surrounding noise.
G Stereo microphone: ME50S (optional)
When using a stereo microphone, the recorder will switch-over to SHQ mode automatically and recording in WMA format, noise-free sound can be accomplished. Stereo recording is only possible in SHQ mode.

Do not insert or remove a microphone into or from the jack while recording. If an earphone is connected to the remote controller recording is not possible. If an earphone is connected to the remote controller EAR jack while recording, recording will stop automatically.
Recording Modes (REC MODE)
You can select from among three recording modes: HQ (High Quality) mode, SP (Standard Playback) mode and LP (Long Playback) mode. If an optional stereo microphone is used, the only possible recording mode is SHQ (Stereo High Quality).
REC MODE will be displayed on the screen ( P.31).
The recording mode setup process begins.
Press the FF or REW button to choose from HQ, SP and LP.
Choose SHQ/HQ or SP mode for recording meetings or lectures with crisp clarity.
Microphone Sensitivity (MIC SENSE)
Microphone sensitivity is adjustable to meet recording needs.
Press the FF or REW button until MIC SENSE flashes on the display.
The microphone sensitivity setup process begins.
Press the FF or REW button to choose between CONFERENCE and DICTATION.
CONFERENCE: High-sensitivity mode that records sounds in all directions. DICTATION: Low-sensitivity mode suited for dictation.
If you want to record clear or noise-free dictation, select DICTATION mode and place the microphone 3 to 4 inches from the source. If the ambient (background) noise is too loud to get a clear recording even in DICTATION mode, we recommend that you use an ME12 single directional microphone (sold separately).

Playing

Press the FOLDER button to choose folder. Press the FF or REW button to choose the file that you want to play.
If you keep pressing the FF or REW button in stop mode, the recorder continuously skips to the beginnings of files.
Press the PLAY button to start playback.
The record/play indicator lamp glows a green.
a Current playback time b b Total recording time of the file being played
Press the VOL (+) or VOL () button to select the proper sound volume.
The display shows the volume level. You can choose between 0 to 30.
Press the STOP button at any point you want to stop the playback.

Resume playback by pressing PLAY button again.
You can listen to audio playback through the earphone connected to the jack on the recorder or the EAR jack on the remote controller.
Playback functions Operation
Press the PLAY button once while playing a file.*1 The recorder plays back at approximately 50% faster than normal rate. Press the PLAY button once while fast playing back.*1 The recorder plays back at approximately 25% slower than normal rate. Hold the FF button while playing a file. The recorder stops when it reaches the end of the file. Continue pressing the FF button to proceed with the cue from the beginning of the next file.

How to Cancel

Press the PLAY button 2 times while fast playing back. Playback returns to normal rate. Press the PLAY button once while slow playing back. Playback returns to normal rate. Release the FF button. Replays at the original speed.
Fast Playback (F.PLAY) Slow Playback (S.PLAY) Cue (CUE)

Review (REVIEW)

Release the REW button. Hold the REW button while playing a file. Replays at the original speed. The recorder stops when it reaches the beginning of the file. Continue pressing the REW button to proceed with the review from the end of the previous file. Skipping to Press the FF button during playback, fast playback, or slow playback.*3 beginning of a file*2 The next file is cued and playback starts at the original speed. Press the REW button during playback, fast playback, or slow playback.*3 The file being played is cued and playback starts at the original speed.
*1: As in normal playback, operations such as playback stop, file cueing, and index mark ( P.30) insertion are possible in fast playback and slow playback. *2: If you keep pressing the FF or REW button in stop mode, the recorder continuously skips to the beginnings of files (F.SKIP/ B.SKIP). *3: If an index mark is encountered midway, playback begins at that point.
If you set Noise Cancel to LOW or HIGH, you cannot use the Fast Playback and Slow Playback functions.

Repeat Playback

This function enables repeated playback of part of the file being played. If the continuous playback function is used together, two or more files can be repeatedly replayed as long as they are in the same folder.

Choose the file for Repeat Playback, and press the PLAY button.

File playback begins.

Press the REPEAT button briefly at the point you want to start Repeat Playback.
REPEAT END? flashes until you designate the end point.
Press the REPEAT button briefly again at the position you want Repeat Playback to end.
The recorder repeatedly plays back the section between the start and the end positions until you cancel Repeat Playback. If continuous playback is set to ON, the end position can be set to the extent of the last file in the folder.

Press the STOP button.

Repeat Playback is cancelled.
You can use Fast Playback and Slow Playback functions, insert and delete index marks, and use the Noise Cancel function.
If no end position is designated, the end of the file becomes automatically the end position. If continuous playback is set to ON, the end of the last file in the folder is set to the end position and then repeated playback starts. If you pass the start or end position by pressing the REW or FF button, Repeat Playback will be cancelled. To use this function, briefly press the REPEAT button. If you hold it 1 second or longer, the Moving Files screen appears.

Noise Cancel Function

If recorded audio is difficult to understand because of noise, adjust the Noise Cancel setting level. Noise will be reduced in the file when its played back for better sound quality.
Press and hold the MENU button for 1 second or longer while the file is playing.
Displays currently set Noise Cancel level.
Press the MENU button again to choose a noise cancel level.
The levels switch in the following rotation, OFF LOW HIGH.
If the display is already set to Noise Cancel, start from step 2. Change the Noise Cancel level within 8 seconds, otherwise the level is set at the displayed level and the display returns to its original view.
If you set it to LOW or HIGH, the display flashes the Noise Cancel level for about 2 seconds when a file is played back. If you set Noise Cancel to LOW or HIGH, the setting remains valid until it's set to OFF. If you set Noise Cancel to LOW or HIGH, you cannot use the Fast Playback and Slow Playback functions. If Noise Cancel is used for files recorder in SHQ, the files will be played in monaural mode.

Index Marks

Index marks can be placed in a file during recording or playback to provide and quick and easy way of keeping track of important sections in the file.

Setting an Index Mark

Press the INDEX button during recording or playback to set an index mark.
An index number appears on the display.

Locating an Index Mark

Hold the FF or REW button while playing a file.
The recorder stops for 1 second when it reaches the index mark.

Clearing an Index Mark

Locate the index mark you want to clear. Press the ERASE button while the index number appears for approximately 2 seconds on the display.

DSS Player for Mac does not have the automatic start function.
Using the Recorder as a Music Player
The recorder supports music files in MP3 and WMA formats, which can be transferred from the PC to the corresponding music folder of the recorder.
Using Windows Media Player
Using the Recorder as a Music Player /Using Windows Media Player
By using Windows Media Player, music files from music CDs can be converted (ripped) ( P.43) and music files that you bought from any music distribution sites can be easily transferred to the recorder ( P.44).

Internet

Music CD
Windows Media Player included with the recorder is for Windows only. Please use your favorite application software according to your use.
Copyright and copyright protection feature (DRM)
By the Copyright Act, any voice/music files and music CDs downloaded from the Internet without the copyright holders permission may not be reproduced, distributed, publicized/re-publicized on the Internet, or converted into MP3 or WMA files for the purpose of commercial business or sale. A WMA file may be provided with DRM (Digital Right Management) for copyright protection. DRM limits the file to copy or distribute music files that are converted (ripped) from a music CD or downloaded from music distribution services. To transfer a WMA file with DRM to the recorder, you need to use appropriate methods such as Windows Media Player. Copying the music files with DRM purchased from online music distribution service to a portable device such as this recorder may be restricted.
Windows Media Audio License and Distribution Agreement
You have acquired an item (DM-20/10) that includes software licensed by OLYMPUS from Microsoft Licensing Inc. or its affiliates (MS). Those installed software products of MS origin, as well as associated media, printed materials, and online or electronic documentation (SOFTWARE) are protected by copyright laws and international copyright treaties, as well as other intellectual property laws and treaties. The SOFTWARE is licensed, not sold.
* [Approved alternative text if OLYMPUS does not mention MS in the EULA text: You have acquired an item(DM-20/10) which includes software licensed by OLYMPUS from one or more software licensors (OLYMPUSs Software Suppliers). Such software products, as well as associated media, printed materials, and online or electronic documentation (SOFTWARE) are protected by copyright laws and international copyright treaties, as well as other intellectual property laws and treaties.]

IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA), DO NOT USE THE DM-20/10 OR COPY THE SOFTWARE. INSTEAD, PROMPTLY CONTACT OLYMPUS FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON RETURN OF THE UNUSED DM-20/10(S) FOR A REFUND. ANY USE OF THE SOFTWARE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO USE ON THE DM-20/10, WILL CONSTITUTE YOUR AGREEMENT TO THIS EULA (OR RATIFICATION OF ANY PREVIOUS CONSENT). GRANT OF LICENSE. The SOFTWARE is licensed, not sold. This EULA grants you the following rights to the SOFTWARE:
You may use the SOFTWARE only on the DM-20/10. NOT FAULT TOLERANT. THE SOFTWARE IS NOT FAULT TOLERANT. [OLYMPUS] HAS INDEPENDENTLY DETERMINED HOW TO USE THE SOFTWARE IN THE DM-20/10, AND MS HAS RELIED UPON [OLYMPUS] TO CONDUCT SUFFICIENT TESTING TO DETERMINE THAT THE SOFTWARE IS SUITABLE FOR SUCH USE. NO WARRANTIES FOR THE SOFTWARE. THE SOFTWARE is provided ASIS and with all faults. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO SATISFACTORY QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCURACY, AND EFFORT (INCLUDING LACK OF NEGLIGENCE) IS WITH YOU. ALSO, THERE IS NO WARRANTY AGAINST INTERFERENCE WITH YOUR ENJOYMENT OF THE SOFTWARE OR AGAINST INFRINGEMENT. IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED ANY WARRANTIES REGARDING THE DM20/10 OR THE SOFTWARE, THOSE WARRANTIES DO NOT ORIGINATE FROM, AND ARE NOT BINDING ON, MS. Note on Java Support. The SOFTWARE may contain support for programs written in Java. Java technology is not fault tolerant and is not designed, manufactured, or intended for use or resale as online control equipment in hazardous environments requiring fail-safe performance, such as in the operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or communication systems, air traffic control, direct life support machines, or weapons systems, in which the failure of Java technology could lead directly to death, personal injury, or severe physical or environmental damage. Sun Microsystems, Inc. has contractually obligated MS to make this disclaimer. No Liability for Certain Damages. EXCEPT AS PROHIBITED BY LAW, MS SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE. THIS LIMITATION SHALL APPLY EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. Limitations on Reverse Engineering, Decompilation, and Disassembly. You may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the SOFTWARE, except and only to the extent that such activity is expressly permitted by applicable law not withstanding this limitation. SOFTWARE TRANSFER ALLOWED BUT WITH RESTRICTIONS. You may permanently transfer rights under this EULA only as part of a permanent sale or transfer of the DM-20/10, and only if the recipient agrees to this EULA. If the SOFTWARE is an upgrade, any transfer must also include all prior versions of the SOFTWARE. EXPORT RESTRICTIONS. You acknowledge that the SOFTWARE, or any part thereof, or any process or service that is the direct product of the SOFTWARE(the foregoing collectively referred to as the Restricted Components) are of U.S. origin. You agree to comply with all applicable international and national laws that apply to these products, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, as well as end-user, end-user and destination restrictions issued by U.S. and other governments. For additional information on exporting Microsoft products, see http://www.Microsoft.com/exporting/.

Window Names (Windows Media Player)
56 ! Features taskbar Quick Access box Play button Stop button 7 8
FastFoword button 0 Volume slider ! Mute button
Previous button Next button Seek slider Rewind button

Copying Music from CD

Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive and start Windows Media Player. From the Features taskbar, click the [Copy from CD] menu. Click [Find Album Info] of Quick Access box.
If Internet connectivity is available, CD information is searched.
Put a check mark on the music file that you want to copy. Click [Copy Music] of Quick Access box.
Files copied to a PC are stored in WMA format. Music files copied are categorized by artist, album, genre, etc. and added to the play list.
Transferring Music File to the Recorder
Connect the recorder to a PC and start Windows Media Player. From Features taskbar, click [Copy to CD or Drive]. Select the play list to be transferred to the recorder and put the check marks on the music file that you want to transfer.
The order of music pieces can be changed by Drag & Drop of the music file in the play list displayed.

blank part

From Item on Device, select the drive corresponding to the recorder.
The recorder is recognized as a Removable Disk. If you skip to step 6 below, the music file is transferred to the music A folder (root of the device's drive).
Select the destination folder.
To transfer to the music A folder; select the blank part*1 from Item on Device. To transfer to the music B folder; select DSS_FLDF.
Click the [Copy] button of Quick Access box.
The file is transferred to the recorder. The music file transferred to the recorder is displayed in Item on Device.
Copying the music files with DRM purchased online music distribution service to a portable device such as this recorder may be restricted.

Music Playback

The recorder has 2 music folders; music A and music B, to store music files transferred from a PC. 2 folders can be conveniently used depending on the genre of music files.
Insert the stereo earphone or remote controller into the jack on the recorder.
If a remote controller is used, insert the earphone into the EAR jack.

Accessories (optional) /Specifications
For the Digital Music Player
Compatible data format WMA, MP3 format Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz Frequency band 20 to 20,000 Hz Playback time DM-20 (128 MB) 100 to 340 minutes DM-10 (64 MB) 50 to 170 minutes (Time may vary depending on the bit rate of the music data.) Maximum headphone output 5mW + 5mW (at load of 32 ) Alkaline battery life Approx. 10 hours Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery life Approx. 8 hours

Common specifications

Recording medium Built-in flash memory 128 MB (DM-20) 64 MB (DM-10) Speaker Built-in 23 mm round dynamic speaker MIC/EAR/REMOTE jack 3.5 mm mini-jack, impedance MIC 2k, EAR 8 or more Maximum working output (3 V DC) 180 mW or more (8 speaker) Input power requirement Rated voltage: 3 V Batteries: Two AAA Alkaline batteries (LR03 or R03) or Two Ni-MH rechargeable batteries External power supply: AC adapter External dimensions 109.5 x 39.5 x 15 mm (without protrusions) Weight 85 g (including alkaline batteries) * Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. * Battery life is measured by Olympus. It varies greatly according to the type of batteries used and the conditions of use.
Technical Assistance And Support
The following are contact information for technical support for Olympus recorders and software only. N Technical Hotline Number in the U.S. and Canada 1-888-553-4448 N User Support E-mail address in the U.S. and Canada distec@olympus.com N Technical Hotline Number in Europe Toll free number 00 available for Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Luxemburg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom Charged numbers for the Rest of Europe ++N User Support E-mail address in Europe dss.support@olympus-europa.com

MODE DEMPLOI

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Table des matires

Table des matires. 2 Pour un emploi sr et correct.. 4 Prcautions gnrales. 4
3 Gestion des fichiers sur votre PC
Utilisation du logiciel DSS Player. 32 Utiliser laide en ligne.. 33 Connecter lenregistreur votre PC. 34 Mise en marche du DSS Player. 38

1 Prparatifs