Olympus DS-2500 Digital Voice Recorder
Overview
Description
Whether you're recording lectures at school or meetings at work, the Olympus DS-2500 Digital Voice Recorder is a perfect choice for almost any professional or student who requires the benefits of a digital voice recorder and dictation device. You can record using the DS2 (DSS Pro) format, which saves files in high-compression DSS format using the included DSS Player software. The recorder features push-button control, PC Link, voice activated recording and a backlit 1.74" LCD display. You can record in SP or QP modes, and you can easily switch between Conference and Dictation settings.
The DS-2500 records directly to an SD card and it supports cards up to 32GB. Plus, it features an internal mono microphone, built-in speaker, microphone jack and headphone jack. There's a USB interface for data transfers and an erase button for quickly erasing single files or entire folders. The recorder runs on two AAA NiMH rechargeable or alkaline batteries, which afford up to 37 hours of recording or 35 hours of playback. For added flexibility, the DS-2500 is even compatible with Windows and Mac OS.
Features
- Voice Actuator recording mode records only when sound is detected ensuring you're only recording what is needed
- Capture superior audio files under any condition
- Comes with 2GB SD card with support for SD cards from 512MB to 32GB
- Intuitive, ergonomic push-button controls
- Backlit LCD screen for consistent viewing, even in bright conditions
- Directly connect to a PC for fast file transfers with convenient PC Link capability
- Save files in high-compression DSS (DS2) format using the included DSS Player software
Intuitive Controls
Manage audio files in up to five customisable folders with 200 messages per folder* Use the easily accessible "Erase" button to quickly erase single files or entire folders
- Switch between "Conference" and "Dictation" settings
- Choose between SP and QP recording modes
- Finish one dictation and begin the next with a push of the "new" button
- Place index marks at specific points in passages for quick retrieval
- Compatible with voice recognition software
- Compact and lightweight design for easy portability
- Up to 303 hours of recording time
- Up to 37 hours of battery life
Specifications
Type | Digital |
Mode | MonoInput Level: -70 dBv |
Recording Format | DS2 (Digital Speech Standard Pro) |
Bit-Rate | 13.7 Kbps 28 Kbps |
Sample Rate | 12kHz 16kHz |
Recording Time | SP Mono: 303 Hours QP Mono: 148 Hours |
One-Click Recording | No |
Voice Activated Recording | Yes |
Microphone Type | Internal Mono |
Pickup Pattern | Cardioid |
Frequency Response | 200 - 7000 HzSP Mode: 200 - 5000 Hz / QP Mode: 200 - 7000 Hz |
Speaker | YesBuilt-In 23 mm Round Dynamic 250 mW Speaker |
Display Size/Type | 1.74" LCD Backlit |
Indicators | Power, Low Battery, Recording, Peak |
Battery Type | 2 x AAASupports NiMH Rechargeable or Alkaline Batteries |
Battery Life (approx.) | Recording: 30 Hours Recording: 37 Hours Playback: 35 HoursUsing Rechargeable Batteries |
Power Adapter | No |
Internal Memory | None |
Compatible Memory Cards | SDSupports Cards from 512MB to 32GB |
Connectors | 1/8" mini Female Out 1/8" mini Female InEarphone Jack: 8 ohms or more / Microphone Jack: 2 kohms |
USB | USB 2.0 (A) |
System Requirements | Windows XP (SP2), XP (SP3), Vista (SP2), 7 Mac OS X 10.4.11 - 10.7PC CPU: 1GHz / Mac CPU: PowerPC G3 500MHz or Intel Core 1.5GHz / PC RAM: 256MB(XP), 1GB(7/Vista), 2GB(7) / Mac RAM: 512MB (recommended) / Video: 800x600(PC) & 1024x768(Mac) / CD/DVD Drive & USB Port |
Dimensions (WxHxD) | 1.97 x 4.47 x .67" (5.00 x 11.35 x 1.70 cm)Without Protrusions |
Weight | 3.7 oz (105 g)Including Alkaline Batteries |
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Details
- Product: Olympus DS-2500 Digital Voice Recorder
- Manufacturer: Olympus/OM System
- Model: V403121SU000
- SKU: V403121SU000
- RM Product #: 32650