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DM-550

Maybe we should have called it the ultra recorder

Ultra-long memory, ultra sensitive microphone, ultra useful features, ultra sleek… The DM-550 provides more than a thousand hours of recording with 4GB of internal memory and state-of-the-art capabilities such as file move, file copy, sound editing and multi-format recording.

RRP: $449.00

Features

Voice Guidance
Voice guidance ensures seamless, user-friendly operation of all functions in the menu.

Noise Cancellation
Dampen or minimize unwanted background sounds – so you record a clean, high-quality audio file.

In-built 4GB Flash Memory and MicroSD Card Compatibility
Record up to 1,000 hours of uninterrupted audio recording with removable microSD media that extends it to 512MB-16GB.

51 Hours of Battery Life
You no longer need to worry about your battery dying at crucial moments. There is up to 29 hours of recording capability with the DM-5’s long-life battery. This model also offers simple battery recharging, direct through the AC Adapter (included) to your computer.

Multi format Stereo Recording
Record and play back stereo audio in all three of the standard high-function formats: MP3, WMA and PCM.

Directional Stereo Microphone
Built-in stereo microphone that features state-of-the-art technology to allow switching of the microphone directionality from wide to zoom. The directional stereo microphone ensures that whether you are recording performances or lectures from a distance or close by; you will get the best recording you can from the DM-550. Or for those you who like to look like a pro, add an optional lapel micrphone for lecture recording or our court recording boom microphones for conference recording of up to 20 voices.

Voice Activation Functionality
A variable control voice acuator allows the voice recorder to automatically start and stop recording based upon the volume of noise, allowing you to save time and energy.

Direct Link to your Mac/PC
With the "USB Direct" design, it is easy to charge your recorder and transfer your files over to your Mac or PC. Just plug the recorder into your computer for fast downloads and charges.

Olympus Sonority
Edit your files with Olympus Sonority software, which is compatible with PCs and MACs.

Playback Speed Control
Gives you the flexibility to adjust the speed at which you play back your audio file.

Easy File Management
Move and copy files between internal memory and the micro-SD card with ease.

Specifications

Product Class:	Digital Notetaker with PC Connection
Mobile / Stationary:	Mobile and Stationary
SD / SDHC card:	No
microSD / microSDHC card:	Yes
Internal memory:	4 GB
USB Speed:	USB 2.0 High Speed
Display colour:	B &W
Display Backlit:	Yes
Display Size:	27.3 x 28.5 mm / 1.56 ''
Main Switch:	Push
HOLD switch:	Yes
Power switch:	Yes
Programmable button:	2
Recording format:	PCM (WAV) / MP3 / WMA
Recording STXQ:	64 h
Recording STHQ:	128 h
Recording STSP:	256 h
Recording HQ:	256 h
Recording SP:	505 h
Recording LP:	1005 h
Playback format:	PCM (WAV) / MP3 / WMA
Sampling MP3:	8-44.1kHz / 8-320kbps
Sampling PCM:	44.1 - 48kHz / 16bit
Sampling WMA:	8 - 44.1kHz / 5 - 256kbps
Overall (Hz):	40-23,000
Direct recording:	Yes
New button:	No
Partial Erase:	Yes
Erase all files:	Yes
Erase single files:	Yes
Verbal annotations (up to 32 per file):	No
Manual Rec level control:	Yes
Zoom Mic. Setting (DVM):	Yes
Timer recording:	Yes
VCVA recording:	Yes
Index:	Up to 16 per file
Rec Monitor:	Yes
Overwrite:	No
Low Cut-Filter:	Yes
Noise canceling function:	Yes
Voice filter:	Yes
EUPHONY:	Yes
Repeat playback:	Yes
Continuous playback:	Yes
Gapless playback:	Yes
Cue/Review:	Yes
Fast forward and rewind:	Yes
Playback speed:	Adjustable (50 - 200%)
Folder voice:	5
Files per folder:	999
File divide:	Yes (only PCM mode)
Calendar Search:	False
Author ID Setting:	No
Worktype ID Setting:	No
Priority setting:	No
Pending File:	No
Audible support:	Yes (advantages: one file, bookmark function, chapter marks, speech optimized compression, additional informations like title description, author informations)
Podcast support:	Yes
Remote Control:	RS30W (optional)
corresponding Audio software (name):	Sonority
Microphone sensitivity:	High / Middle / Low
PC interface:	USB Cable
Microphones:	Built-in stereo microphones
Speaker Diameter:	Built-in ø23 mm round dynamic speaker
Max. working output:	320 mW or more (8 Ω speaker)
Power Supply:	Yes
Docking station with recharge function:	Recording: 41 h (LP mode)
Device standalone recharge function via USB:	Playback: 16 h via speakers
Device standalone recharge function via AC adapter:	Recording: 51 h (LP mode)
Weight:	84 g (incl. batteries)
WxHxD:	110 x 38.9 x 16 mm (without protrusions)
Menu languages:	English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Russian
Voice Guidance languages:	Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Italian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Swedish, Spanish, Turkish, Urdu