Olympus DS-50 Digital Voice Recorder

DS-50

Olympus DS-50 Digital Voice Recorder

Record a full month of sound by remote control. In addition to capturing stereo sound from meetings, interviews and other critical information expected of professional digital recorders, you can control recording and stop functions with the included remote control. The super-high-quality sound is also great for dictation – it’s the ideal professional audio device.

275 HOURS 20 MINUTES RECORDING TIME. Enjoy over 275 hours of continuous recording time in LP mode with 1GB of internal flash memory.

HIGH-SENSITIVITY DETACHABLE STEREO MICROPHONE. Capture the richness you want with super-high-quality sound.

VOICE GUIDANCE. Ensures seamless operation of various complex functions.

DSS PLAYER VER.7 SOFTWARE. Supports the automatic download of Podcast contents

Features

Stores highly compressed WMA (Windows Media Audio) format voice messages in integrated flash memory.

Playback and store WMA and MP3 music files.

High-sensitivity detachable stereo microphone included, offering excellent portability

Built-in monaural microphone for monaural recording.

Three modes of microphone sensitivity to meet recording needs.

Several recording modes can be selected including stereo recording modes ST XQ or ST HQ, and three types of monaural recording modes including HQ, SP, and LP.

Five voice folders can save up to 200 messages per folder. Music, Podcast, and Audible folder are also available.

New, brighter high-contrast monochrome LCD panel with backlight.

The voice guidance feature gives audio notification of operating conditions. It ensures seamless operation of various complex functions.

Built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) function.

Timer Recording and Alarm features enable automatic recording and playing at a set time.

The Low Cut Filter minimizes air conditioner noise and other similar noises while recording.

Index mark and temp mark features allow you to quickly find desired locations.

Variable playback speed can be controlled as preferred.

Choose from four playback functions: Repeat, Skip, Fast, and Slow.

Noise Cancel Function and Voice Filter Function cut noise and enable clear audio playback.

Can be used as a USB microphone or USB speaker.

Can be utilized as external memory to store pictures, text data, etc.

An included remote control (RS29) can be attached to the recorder to control recording and stop functions.

DSS Player Software (included) enables easy archiving, editing and further processing of recordings.

By registering favorite Podcast programs in DSS Player, you can download the latest broadcasting content automatically. New content can be transferred to the recorder simply by connecting it to a computer.

Compatible with Audible.com files. Store and listen to audible contents purchased from Audible.com in the recorder.

The optional AC adapter is available for longer recording.

Up to 32 hours of continuous operation with two AAA batteries.

Specification

Recording Format	WMA (Windows Media Audio)
Recording Media	Built-in 1GB flash memory
Recording Time	ST XQ mode: 17 hours 30 minutes ST HQ mode: 35 hours 10 minutes HQ mode: 70 hours 20 minutes SP mode: 138 hours 30 minutes LP mode: 275 hours 20 minutes
Card Format	N/A
Input Level	-70 dBv
PC Interface	USB
LCD	Yes
LED	Yes
Folders Messages	5/200 per folder
Sampling Frequency	STXQ/STHQ/HQ: 44.1 kHz /SP: 22 kHz /LP: 8kHz
Overall Frequency Response	STXQ: 50-19000Hz/ STHQ: 50-16000Hz/ HQ: 50-13000Hz/ SP:100-8000Hz/ LP:100-3000Hz
LP Mode	Yes
Voice Activation	Available, Switchable On/Off
Demographic Data Input	N/A
Practical Maximum Output	250 mW
Write Protection	Yes
Speaker	23 mm diameter round dynamic speaker
Microphone Jack	3.5 mm mini-jack, impedance 680 Ohm
Earphone Jack	3.5 mm mini-jack, impedance 8 Ohm or more
Power Supply	Rated Voltage: 3V DC Batteries: Two AAA External Power Supply: AC Adapter
Batteries	Two AAA batteries
External Power Supply	Available
Battery Life	Approx. 32 hours (using alkaline dry cell battery)
Size	4.37” x 1.48” x .63” (111 x 37.5 x 16 mm) with bundled ME53S microphone, excluding protrusions
Weight	2.81 oz (80 grams), including bundled ME53S microphone and alkaline batteries
OS Supported	Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional/XP Professional,Home Edition & Windows Vista
CPU	Intel Pentium II class 333 MHz processor or more
RAM	128 MB or more (256MB or more is recommended)
Sound Board	Creative Labs Sound Blaster 16 or 100% compatible sound card
Video Card and Display	800 x 600 pixels or more, 256 colors or more
Removable Drive	2x or faster CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM drive
USB Port	One free port
Audio Output	Speaker or earphone output