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First steps

Table of contents

4  First steps

Use the installation guide on the following pages to start using your 
device quickly and easily.

Caution

•  Follow the instructions on handling the device, especially the 

batteries and rechargeable batteries 

(see also chapter 1.1.1 

Batteries and rechargeable batteries, page 5)

.

4.1  Inserting the batteries

Your device is supplied with two AAA batteries.

1 

Slide the battery compartment cover downwards.

2 

Insert the batteries or rechargeable batteries into the device as 
shown. Make sure the polarity is correct.

3 

Close the battery compartment cover.

Summary of Contents for Voice tracer DVT2500

Page 1: ...DVT2500 DVT2700 EN User manual Register your product and get support at www philips com dictation ...

Page 2: ...2 Table of contents ...

Page 3: ...from or to the device 19 4 7 2 Disconnecting from a computer 19 5 Record 20 5 1 Creating a recording 20 5 2 Starting recording automatically 21 5 2 1 Use Timer function 21 5 2 2 Use voice activation 21 6 Playback 22 6 1 Select a recording 22 6 1 1 Find recording with calendar search 22 6 2 Playing a recording back 23 6 3 Adjusting playback speed 23 6 4 Quick search 23 6 5 Repeat a file repeat a se...

Page 4: ...cklight 33 8 2 4 Setting demonstration mode 33 8 3 Device settings 34 8 3 1 Set date time 34 8 3 2 Enabling disabling ClearVoice 35 8 3 3 AUTO OFF 35 8 3 4 Alarm clock 36 8 3 5 Enabling disabling key and signal tones 36 9 Service 37 9 1 Service functions 37 9 1 1 Display device information 37 9 1 2 Memory formatting 37 9 2 Updating the firmware 38 9 3 Troubleshooting 39 10 Appendix 40 10 1 Technic...

Page 5: ... 1 1 1 Batteries and rechargeable batteries Only use AAA batteries with the device Never try to recharge alkaline or non rechargeable batteries Remove batteries or rechargeable batteries from the device if it will not be used for an extended period of time The device can be damaged by leaking batteries or rechargeable batteries Do not remove batteries or rechargeable batteries from the device whil...

Page 6: ...manufacturer guarantees compliance with the maximum sound power of its audio players as determined by relevant regulatory bodies but only with the original model of headphones supplied If you need to replace these headphones we recommend contacting your dealer to order the respective original Philips model 1 1 5 Legal restrictions on recording The use of the device s recording function is subject ...

Page 7: ... the device product range Please note that some features are only available on certain models 2 2 Symbols used Tip This symbol identifies information that helps you to use your device more efficiently and simply Note This symbol indicates notices which you must observe when handling or operating the device Caution This symbol warns of damage to the device and possible data loss Damage can be cause...

Page 8: ... dictation 3 1 Product highlights Stereo recording in MP3 format for excellent sound quality ClearVoice for clear and natural reproduction of speech Voice activated recording mode without pressing buttons hands free operation Recording and power supply via a USB port for unlimited recordings Large color display for clear status information of recording Slot for microSD card for extra storage Calen...

Page 9: ...s Drag on at system start up and adds an icon to the Windows task bar 4 Click Finis h to complete the insta llatio n You may be prom pted to rebo ot your compute r Starting Dragon NaturallySpeaking Start Drag on by t Double clicking the Drag on desk top icon t Selecting Prog rams Drag on Natu rallySpeaking from the Start men u t Righ t clic king the Quic kStart task bar icon and selecting Start Dr...

Page 10: ...pad lock c Slot for memory card microSD card d Microphone e Status LED Red device is recording Green device is playing back Orange data is being transferred to from the computer f Display g Operating panel with keys h Speaker i Micro USB port for computer connection j Headphone socket stereo jack plug 3 5 mm k Battery compartment ...

Page 11: ...ack button End playback Stop key End recording Stop key Menu navigation end menu c h Playback short press jump to the start jump to the previous recording long press fast seek rewind mode Menu navigation Select menu function change value d g Start recording record key confirm selection e b Playback short press jump to the end jump to the next recording long press fast seek forward mode Menu naviga...

Page 12: ...t repeat mode continuous loop  Repeat file playback Á Repeat folder playback à Repeat selection sequence Ä random repeat mode h À Timer on Alarm on i Battery charge level j u Selected folder depending on the selected storage medium u internal memory à microSD card number of the current recording total number of recordings in the folder k Position indicator of current playback recording l Playback...

Page 13: ...diting mode Enabling disabling silent recording Setting the timer Enabling disabling voice activated recording Setting auto divide c Ô Display settings Select language Adjusting the display contrast Adjusting the backlight Setting demonstration mode d Device settings Set date time Enabling disabling ClearVoice AUTO OFF Alarm clock Memory formatting Enable disable the recording indicator Enabling d...

Page 14: ...evice especially the batteries and rechargeable batteries see also chapter 1 1 1 Batteries and rechargeable batteries page 5 4 1 Inserting the batteries Your device is supplied with two AAA batteries 1 Slide the battery compartment cover downwards 2 Insert the batteries or rechargeable batteries into the device as shown Make sure the polarity is correct 3 Close the battery compartment cover ...

Page 15: ...hapter 8 3 3 AUTO OFF page 35 4 3 Initial installation process The initial installation process starts when first using the device or possibly if there has been a long interruption to the power supply The date and time entered are saved with each recording as the recording time 4 3 1 Select language 1 Press h b to select the required display language 2 Press the record key g to confirm Note Your l...

Page 16: ...g the settings menu see also chapter 8 2 1 Select language page 32 see also chapter 8 3 1 Set date time page 34 4 4 Enabling disabling the keypad lock The keypad lock deactivates all keys on the device The timer function of the device continues to function 1 Slide the HOLD switch up into the HOLD position to lock the keypad of the device X X The display briefly shows On Hold and turns off 2 Slide ...

Page 17: ...also chapter 8 1 1 Set file location page 27 The display shows a folder icon which indicates where the recordings are currently being stored u v w x internal memory à á â ã memory card 4 6 Accessories Depending on the type of the device the product package may include various accessories Additional accessories may be obtained directly from your retailer 4 6 1 How to connect headphones Warning Set ...

Page 18: ... a mass storage device similarly to a USB memory stick or card It is a convenient way to store back up and and move files see also chapter 4 7 1 Transferring files from or to the device page 19 Power supply via USB Record while powered through USB without draining the battery You can record until the memory is full Tip To start recording press the record key g for at least two seconds while the de...

Page 19: ...a USB memory stick or card 1 Connect the device to the computer as described 2 Open File Explorer X X The device will be displayed as a mass storage device named PHILIPS The Voice folder on the device contains recordings 3 Copy or move files to your computer or delete files to archive recordings and free up space on the device Caution Do not disconnect the device from the computer while files are ...

Page 20: ... to resume recording 6 Press the key to stop recording X X The device returns to stop mode Note Start a new recording To stop the current recording and start a new one press b To prevent files becoming too big during a long recording for example a meeting lasting several hours you can automatically split recordings see also chapter 8 1 8 Setting auto divide page 31 Each folder can store up to 99 f...

Page 21: ...ding is enabled recording will start when you begin speaking When you stop speaking the device will automatically pause recording after three seconds of silence and resume only when you begin speaking again Use the voice activation level to set the volume at which the device should begin recording 1 Customize the voice activated recording settings in the Settings menu and turn on the feature see a...

Page 22: ... stopped a The position indicator jumps to the end of a file b The position indicator jumps to the start of the next file 3 Press h while the device is stopped a The position indicator jumps to the start of a file b The position indicator jumps to the end of the previous file 6 1 1 Find recording with calendar search The search function of the device provides a listing of all stored files sorted b...

Page 23: ...he current position 5 Press to continue playback from the previous position 6 Press h b to jump to the start or the end of the file 6 3 Adjusting playback speed 1 Press and hold the key for at least two seconds during playback a This will switch the device to slow playback The c icon will be displayed b This will switch the device to fast playback The U icon will be displayed c This will switch th...

Page 24: ...ess h b to select the function Repeat 3 Press the record key g to confirm 4 Using either h b select whether you wish either the playback of an individual recording file or a folder to repeat automatically X X The symbol of the selected repeat mode is displayed on the display  repeat a file Á repeat all files in a folder à random repeat mode 5 Press the record key g to confirm X X Playback of the ...

Page 25: ...g mode see also chapter 8 1 4 Setting editing mode page 29 X X The selected editing mode icon will be displayed Å add a recording Æ overwrite a recording Caution You can use the Overwrite mode to delete the existing recording from its current position 2 In stop mode start up screen select the folder in which you wish to edit a recording by pressing a 3 Press h b to select the recording that you wi...

Page 26: ...he record key g to confirm 7 Select OK by pressing h b 8 Press the record key g to confirm X X The recording is split Sequential file numbers are reassigned automatically 7 2 Deleting recordings on the device You can delete individual recordings from the device Connect the device to a computer if you want to rename or delete entire folders Caution Only delete the recordings that you no longer need...

Page 27: ...he device settings menu 3 Press h b to select the function Memory select 4 Press the record key g to confirm 5 Press h b to select if you want to save the files in the internal memory or on the microSD card 6 Press the record key g to confirm 7 Press the key to exit the menu Tip Press the key to cancel the operation without saving and return to stop mode 8 1 2 Setting recording quality Use the rec...

Page 28: ...and to adapt to the recording environment 1 In stop mode start up screen press a MENU for at least two seconds 2 Press a to select the recording settings menu Ó 3 Press h b to select the function Mic sensitivity 4 Press the record key g to confirm 5 Press h b to select the required recording quality X X The selected microphone recording sensitivity symbol is shown on the display Dictation optimize...

Page 29: ...ayed Å add a recording Æ overwrite a recording 6 Press the record key g to confirm 7 Press the key to exit the menu Tip Press the key to cancel the operation without saving and return to stop mode 8 1 5 Enabling disabling silent recording Use this function to turn off display indication LED status and the signal tones during a recording This allows you to record while there is no visible indicatio...

Page 30: ...s h b to select the desired folder for the recording 11 Press the record key g to confirm X X If this feature is on the À icon is displayed The device will start recording at a specified time 12 Press h b to select the Off function to turn off the timer Tip Press the key to cancel the operation without saving and return to stop mode 8 1 7 Enabling disabling voice activated recording If voice activ...

Page 31: ...operation without saving and return to stop mode 8 1 8 Setting auto divide You can automatically divide large recordings such as a multi hour meeting recording Once the set time has been reached the device stops the current recording and automatically starts a new one 1 In stop mode start up screen press a MENU for at least two seconds 2 Press a to select the recording settings menu Ó 3 Press h b ...

Page 32: ...onfirm 7 Press the key to exit the menu Tip Press the key to cancel the operation without saving and return to stop mode 8 2 Display settings 8 2 1 Select language Note Your language might not be available Select an alternative one 1 In stop mode start up screen press a MENU for at least two seconds 2 Press a to select the device settings menu Ô 3 Press h b to select the function Language 4 Press ...

Page 33: ... 2 Press a to select the device settings menu Ô 3 Press h b to select the function Backlit 4 Press the record key g to confirm 5 Press h b to select from the following settings Off 8s 20s On 6 Press the record key g to confirm 7 Press the key to exit the menu Tip Press the key to cancel the operation without saving and return to stop mode 8 2 4 Setting demonstration mode Using Demonstration mode y...

Page 34: ... each recording as the recording time 1 In stop mode start up screen press a MENU for at least two seconds 2 Press a to select the device settings menu 3 Press h b to select the function Date time 4 Press the record key g to confirm 5 Press h b to select the required year 6 Press the record key g 7 Press h b to set the required month 8 Press the record key g 9 Press h b to set the required day 10 ...

Page 35: ...f X X If the feature is on the Ç icon is displayed 6 Press the record key g to confirm 7 Press the key to exit the menu Tip Press the key to cancel the operation without saving and return to stop mode 8 3 3 AUTO OFF The device switches off automatically if no key is pressed within a pre set period of time This saves power 1 In stop mode start up screen press a MENU for at least two seconds 2 Press...

Page 36: ...alarm signal 9 Press h b to select between an alarm signal or a selected recording of your choice to be played as an alarm sound 10 Press the record key g to confirm X X If this feature is on the icon will be displayed 11 Press h b to select the Off function to turn off the alarm Tip Press the key to cancel the operation without saving and return to stop mode 8 3 5 Enabling disabling key and signa...

Page 37: ...date and time remaining recording time in the selected memory firmware version of the device 5 Press the Stop key to return to stop mode 9 1 2 Memory formatting Caution Formatting the memory deletes all recordings and files saved on the device You can use this feature to delete all data and format the selected memory 1 Select the memory that you want to format internal memory or microSD card memor...

Page 38: ...en updating the firmware or the rechargeable batteries should be fully charged This is to prevent the power supply being interrupted 1 Connect the device to your computer as described see also chapter 4 7 Connecting to a computer page 18 2 Download the firmware update for your model from the website www philips com dictation onto your computer 3 Copy the new firmware file to the root directory of ...

Page 39: ...ng location There is no memory card in the device X X Insert a memory card into the device Memory card is not formatted file system FAT32 X X Format the memory card in the device Problem Possible cause solution I cannot hear anything from the speaker A headset is connected to the device The volume is at the lowest setting The recording session does not start Pre recording or voice activated record...

Page 40: ... 0 Micro USB USB input USB 5V DC ª 500mA Headset connection Stereo jack 3 5mm Display 1 77 Resolution 128 160 pixels Internal memory NAND Flash 4GB Technical data Memory card microSD card up to 32GB SDHC Recording format PCM WAV 1 411kbits s SHQ MP3 192kbits s HQ MP3 96kbits s SP MP3 64kbits s LP MP3 8kbits s Speaker Frequency range 70 15 000Hz Output 110mW Recording time Internal storage PCM 6h S...

Page 41: ...41 Appendix Table of contents Technical data System requirements Operating system Windows 8 7 Vista Mac OS X Linux Temperature 5ºC 45ºC 41ºF 113ºF Humidity 10 90 non condensing ...

Page 42: ...electrical and electronic equipment contained therein In keeping with the provisions of the EU Directive relating to the disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment and the protection of the environment and the health old devices which are no longer required may be disposed of as follows Your dealer will take care of the old equipment when you buy a new device from him Used devices shoul...

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