Olympus DS-7000 Professional Dictation Digital Voice Recorder

Highly Recommended and Completely Compatible with Dragon Speech Recognition Software

From the office to the field, the Olympus DS-7000 Professional Dictation Digital Voice Recorder is a perfect choice for almost any professional who requires the benefits of a digital voice recorder and professional dictation device. You can record using DSS and DS2 (DSS Pro) formats in QP and SP modes. The DS-7000 features the Olympus Dictation Management System and supports Nuance's Dragon NaturallySpeaking as well. For added security, the DS-7000 is equipped with device password protection and DSS Pro real-time 128- or 256-bit file encryption, which makes the recorder ideal for work environments that deal with sensitive information.

The DS-7000 supports both SD and microSD card expansion up to 32GB. Plus, it features a redesigned, speech-optimized microphone. There's a USB interface for data transfers and a D23 300mW speaker as well. The integrated lithium-ion battery allows you to record up to 26 hours without recharging. For added convenience, the DS-3500 is equipped with a multi-language, two-inch color LCD screen. Plus, Olympus designed the DS-7000 with intuitive controls for simple and easy operation, as well as a multi-function cradle docking station for recharging the battery, hands-free recording, playback and interaction with ODMS software.

Olympus has refreshed its lineup of digital recorders. The first out of the gate is the new and improved Olympus DS-7000 followed by the Olympus DS-3500. The Olympus DS-7000 is part of the professional line of recorders for use by professionals in the Medical and Legal fields. The new recorder functions the same way as its predecessor did but it has notable improvements. 

	New Color Display Olympus has integrated a 2 inch LCD color display. The display shows battery status, recording time, folder info, volume control. Display bar progress bar.
	Microphone  The microphone is bigger and independently housed to reduce pickup of movement and bumps. The new microphone has a frequency pick up 16Khz/28kbps flawlessly reproducing sound. The mic improves the pick-up for use with Nuance Dragon voice recognition.
	The New Slide Switch The new slide switch is patterned after a microcassette recorder with Record/Stop/play/Rewind on a single control. The slide is more rugged an durable than before and 50% more durable.

The improved controls on the DS-7000, color LCD screen, security and enhanced battery life mark a new industry standard in professional dictation.

• Improved speech-optimized microphone features independent housing and variable recording modes
• Durable and precise slide switch
• A 2-inch color LED (TFT) display

Enhanced security

• Device password protection and real-time 128- or 256- bit file encryption

Dual memory card slots

• Supports both SD and microSD cards via separate slots allowing for expansion up to 32GB of total memory.

Full integration with professional digital workflows

• Packaged with next-generation Olympus Dictation Management Software (ODMS)
• Longer-lasting, rechargeable Li-ion battery
• Redesigned docking station

Dictation files

• Up to 200 dictation files per folder

Programmable Buttons

• 3 programmable function buttons

Multiple Language LCD

• LCD supports and displays multiple languages, including English, French and Spanish.

Design

The design of the recorder has changed but the overall feel remains the same. The dimensions are the same with the incorporated microphone becoming more prominent. The microphone is now actually larger and provides more pick-up than before. The slide switch is now more rugged and is more resistant to use and abuse without loss of funtion. The navigation keys on the face of the unit are bigger and ergonomically design to make it easier for navigation with your thumb. The erase button pops at you in a very distinctive yellow. The on/off switch got moved from being a thumb function to being an index finger function.  The new Olympus DS-7000 offers two charging modes trickle charge with USB cable or docking to the charger. The USB charging method will allow you to use universal USB chargers for charging in remote locations. There is still two 3.5mm jack one for a headset and one for a microphone. This allows the recorder the use of conference microphones that can be daisy chained together. These two jacks are no longer at the top but got moved to center on the left side of the recorder. The Display is now 50% larger but more notably is in color. Olympus is continues its use of SD and micro SD cards giving the DS-7000 flexibility and now more capacity by supporting up to 32GB of memory.

Download DS-7000 Instructions and User Manual Here

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