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  • Page 1 Register your product and get support at www.philips.com/dictation DVT2050 EN User manual...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4.7 Connecting to a computer Table of contents 4.7.1 Transferring files from or to the device 4.7.2 Disconnecting from a computer 1 Important safety information 5 Record 1.1 Safety instructions 5.1 Creating a recording 5.1.1 Recording using an external microphone 2 About this user manual 5.2 Starting recording automatically 2.1 Symbols used...
  • Page 4 9 Settings 9.1 Recording settings 9.1.1 Set file location 9.1.2 Setting recording quality 9.1.3 Setting microphone sensitivity 9.1.4 Enabling noise reduction 9.1.5 Setting the timer 9.1.6 Enabling/disabling voice-activated recording 9.1.7 Setting auto divide 9.1.8 Enabling/disabling the record indicator 9.2 Display settings 9.2.1 Select language 9.2.2 Adjusting the display contrast 9.2.3 Enabling/disabling the background light...
  • Page 5: Important Safety Information

    • Batteries contain substances that may pollute the environment. 1 Important safety information Used batteries should be disposed of at an official collection point. 1.1.2 Memory cards Do not make any adjustments and modifications that are not described in this manual. Follow all safety instructions to ensure proper •...
  • Page 6 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 to the legal restrictions that may apply in your country.
  • Page 7: About This User Manual

    2 About this user manual Warning • This symbol warns of danger to persons. Bodily injury or damage You can find a quick overview of your device in the following pages. could be caused by improper handling. For detailed description, see the following chapters of this user manual.
  • Page 8: Digital Voice Tracer

    3 Digital Voice Tracer We are delighted that you have chosen a Philips device. Visit our website for comprehensive support such as user manuals, software downloads, warranty information and much more: www.philips.com/dictation. 3.1 Product highlights • Voice-activated recording mode without pressing buttons •...
  • Page 9: What's In The Box

    3.2 What's in the box Device USB cable to connect to a computer Stereo headphones Quick-start guide Quick start guide Digital Voice Tracer...
  • Page 10: Product Overviews

    3.3 Product overviews 3.3.1 Front and rear sides Slot for memory card (microSD card) Micro USB port for computer connection Microphone Status LED: Red – device is recording Green – device is playing back Yellow – data is being transferred to/from the computer Display Operating panel with keys Speaker Power on/off key keypad lock Headphone socket...
  • Page 11: Keys

    3.3.2 Keys Call up menu functions (menu key) Increase volume, menu navigation: Select menu functions b Short press: jump to the next index mark Menu navigation: display next menu tab Long press: fast seek forward mode – Volume down, menu navigation: Select menu functions h Short press: jump to the previous recording Menu navigation: display previous menu tab Long press: fast seek rewind mode...
  • Page 12: Start-Up Screen

    3.4 Start-up screen ‹ Set recording quality: Œ – LP, Ž – SP, ‹ – HQ, € – PCM Š – Voice activation switched on º Microphone sensitivity: ¹ – low sensitivity (shorter distance), º – high sensitivity (longer distance), Ç – Line-in source Set repeat mode / continuous loop:  – Repeat file playback, à– Repeat selection/sequence, Á – Repeat folder playback, Ä – Random repeat mode [ –...
  • Page 13: Menu Overview

    Enabling/disabling key and signal tones 3.4.1 Menu overview Set file location Display device information Note Device reset • In stop mode (start-up screen), press the Ö Radio settings menu key to call the menu. Radio mode • Press h / b to select one of the Saving a radio station pre-set following menus: Ò, Ó, Ô, Õ...
  • Page 14: First Steps

    4 First steps 4.2 Power on/off Slide the on/off switch on the side of the device downwards for Use the installation guide on the following pages to start using your approximately two seconds. device quickly and easily. The device turns on and the start-up screen is displayed. Caution •...
  • Page 15: Initial Installation Process

    4.3 Initial installation process When using for the first time, you must set the display language as well as the date and time of the device. 4.3.1 Language selection Follow the description in the chapter "Select language" (see also chapter 9.2.1 Select language, page 32).
  • Page 16: Accessories

    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 Insert the memory card until it snaps into place. •...
  • Page 17: Connecting An External Microphone

    The device is displayed as a mass storage device in File 4.6.2 Connecting an external microphone Explorer. Note • If you connect an external microphone to the device, the recording source will switch automatically and the device microphone will turn off. •...
  • Page 18: Transferring Files From Or To The Device

    4.7.1 Transferring files from or to the device Note You can use the File Explorer to access the device data without installing additional software. The device is automatically displayed as a • The device supports music files in the formats WMA and MP3, which can be transferred from the computer to the Music folder mass storage device.
  • Page 19: Record

    Press g to pause recording. 5 Record The record/play indicator will blink red. Press the g key to resume recording. The device offers many features that you can use during recording or to improve the quality of a recording. Use the timer and the voice Press the j key to stop recording.
  • Page 20: Recording Using An External Microphone

    5.1.1 Recording using an external microphone 5.2.2 Use voice activation If you connect an external microphone to the device, the recording When voice-activated recording is enabled, recording will start source will switch automatically and the device's microphone will be when you begin speaking. When you stop speaking, the device will turned off.
  • Page 21: Playback

    6 Playback 6.2 Playback a recording or music file Select the required file as described. 6.1 Selecting a recording Press e to playback the selected file. In stop mode (start-up screen), press the j key to select the The record/play indicator will light green. The total playback desired folder.
  • Page 22: Quick Search

    Press + / – to set the desired playback speed. Press + / – to select the function. Repeat Press the record key g to confirm. Press the record key g to confirm. Press + / – to repeat a certain recording/file or a folder 6.4 Quick search automatically.
  • Page 23: Protecting A Recording / Lock File

    6.6 Protecting a recording / lock file 6.7 Unprotect / unlock file You can protect recordings against unintentional deletion. Select the required file as described. Select the required file as described. Press the menu key. Press the menu key. Press h / b to select the file menu Ò. Press h / b to select the file menu Ò.
  • Page 24: Delete

    Press g to confirm the deletion. 7 Delete The recording is deleted. Sequential file numbers are reassigned automatically. You can delete an individual recording on the device or all the 7.2 Deleting all recordings in the folder recordings in the folder You can delete all recordings in the selected folder.
  • Page 25: Radio

    8 Radio 8.2 Saving a radio station pre-set The radio can store up to 40 radio stations in pre-sets. Note 8.2.1 Saving radio stations automatically • The headphones are the device's antenna. Radio reception is only possible if headphones are connected to the device. In radio mode, press the record key g.
  • Page 26: Deleting A Pre-Set Radio Station

    8.2.3 Deleting a pre-set radio station Press h / b to select the radio station that you wish to delete. Press the g key. Press + / – to select Delete Delete all Press g to confirm the deletion. 8.3 Recording from FM radio You can record FM radio.
  • Page 27: Settings

    Press + / – to select if you want to save the files in the internal 9 Settings memory or on the microSD card. Press the record key g to confirm. Press and hold the menu key for at least two seconds while the device is stopped (start-up screen) to enter the Settings menu.
  • Page 28: Setting Microphone Sensitivity

    Ž – above-average recording time, The selected microphone/recording sensitivity icon will be format: MP3, 64 kbit/s displayed. Œ – maximum recording time, – high sensitivity, source far away High format: MP3, 8 kbit/s – low sensitivity, source very near Press the record key g to confirm. Press the record key g to confirm.
  • Page 29: Setting The Timer

    Press the record key g to start recording. Press the record key g to confirm. If this feature is on, the [ symbol is displayed. Set the date as described in (see also chapter 9.3.1 Set date & time, Note page 33).
  • Page 30: Enabling/Disabling Voice-Activated Recording

    Press the record key g to confirm. Press the record key g to confirm. Press + / – to select if the device should record from an internal Press + / – to select the function. microphone or an external source. Press the record key g to confirm.
  • Page 31: Enabling/Disabling The Record Indicator

    Press + / – to select if you want to record to a new file every 30 or 60 minutes, or turn off this feature. Press the record key g to confirm. • Press the j key to cancel the operation without saving and return to the stop mode.
  • Page 32: Display Settings

    9.2.2 Adjusting the display contrast 9.2 Display settings In stop mode (start-up screen), press the menu key. 9.2.1 Select language Press the h / b key to select the display settings menu Ô. Note Press the record key g to confirm. Press + / –...
  • Page 33: Device Settings

    Press + / – to select the function. Press the record key g to confirm. Backlit Press the record key g to confirm. Press + / – to select the function. Set time format Press + / – to select from the following settings: Press the record key g to confirm.
  • Page 34: Auto-Off

    Press the record key g to confirm. Press + / – to set the minutes. Press the j key to exit the menu. Press the record key g to confirm. Press the j key to exit the menu. • Press the j key to cancel the operation without saving and return to the stop mode.
  • Page 35: Service

    10 Service Press the stop key j to return to the stop mode. 10.1.2 Memory formatting Do not perform any maintenance operations that are not described in this user manual. Do not disassemble the device into its component Caution parts to carry out repairs. The device may only be repaired in authorised service centres.
  • Page 36: Device Reset

    Use + / – to select. Press the record key g to confirm. • Press the j key to cancel the operation without saving and return to the stop mode. 10.1.3 Device reset This function is used to return all settings to the factory defaults. Recordings and files are not deleted.
  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Problem Possible cause/solution 10.2 Troubleshooting The recording session does • Pre-recording or voice-activated not start recording mode may be enabled. Problem Possible cause/solution • The keypad lock may be enabled. The device does not turn on • The built-in battery is empty. Slide the on/off switch to the "Off"...
  • Page 38: Appendix

    Technical data 11 Appendix Internal memory NAND-Flash, 8 GB Memory card microSD card The information in this user manual has been produced to the best of our knowledge. It (particularly the technical data) may be modified or up to 32 GB SDHC updated at any time without prior notice.
  • Page 39 Technical data Sampling rate PCM – 48 kHz HQ – 32 kHz SP – 16 kHz LP – 8 kHz Radio FM stereo Frequency range: 87.5 – 108 MHz Memory capacity: 20 radio stations System requirements Operating system: Windows 8, 7, Vista, XP (32-bit, SP 2), MacOS X 10.8, Linux Temperature 5 ºC –...
  • Page 40 We accept no liability for changes, mistakes or printing errors. applicable in your country. Philips and the Philips Shield Emblem are registered trademarks of Batteries: Used batteries should be disposed of at an official Koninklijke Philips Electronics NV and are used by Speech Processing collection point.
  • Page 41 Appendix...
  • Page 42 © 2017 Speech Processing Solutions GmbH. All rights reserved. Document version 1.1...

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