Olympus DS-40 Digital Voice Recorder

Active Noise Cancellation and Removable Stereo Microphone

Product Information

Olympus Digital Recorders provide superior sound, convenient file management and longer recording time with many models having the ability to quickly transfer audio files to a computer via USB, PC connection or removable media.  Features removable stereo microphone and super high quality sound.

Product Highlights

136 Hours 15 Minutes Recording Time
Enjoy over 136 hours of continuous recording time in LP mode with 512MB 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 v7 Software
Supports the automatic download of Podcast contents.

Product 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 speeds 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 optional 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.
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Product Specification

• Recording Format:  WMA (Windows Media Audio)
• Recording Media: Built-in 512MB flash memory
• Recording Time:
  • ST XQ mode: 8 hours 40 minutes ST HQ mode: 17 hours 20 minutes
  • HQ mode: 34 hours 45 minutes
  • SP mode: 68 hours 30 minutes
  • LP mode: 136 hours 15 minutes
• Card Format: N/A
• Input Level:  -70 dBv
• PC Interface: USB
• LCD: 26 mm x 25 mm
• LED: Two colors (red = record; green = playback)
• 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:  Yes
• Practical Maximum Output: 250 mW
• Write Protection:  Yes
• Speaker: 23 mm diameter round dynamic speaker
• Microphone Jack: 3.5 mm mini-jack, impedance 680 ohms
• Earphone Jack:  3.5 mm mini-jack, impedance 8 ohms 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:  4.4” x 1.5” x 0.6”
• Weight:   2.8 oz

Includes

• DS40 Digital Voice Recorder
• Stereo microphone
• USB Cable
• Stereo earphones
• DSS Player Ver.7 Software
• 2 'AAA' Alkaline Batteries
• Strap
• Instruction Manual

Windows Requirements

• Windows 2000 Professional, XP Professional, XP Home Edition, Vista  (requires firmware and software updates
•  Intel Pentium II class 333 MHz processor or more
• 256 MB of RAM or more
• 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