Olympus DS-660 Digital Voice Recorder

Olympus Updated: 2007-09-07

* 32MB of built-in memory provides up to 11 hours of recording time (up from the 16MB and 5 hours offered by its predecessor, the DS-330).
* USB docking station offers quick and easy downloading of files from recorder to computer.
* DS-660 and software are compatible with both PC and Mac® computers.
* Noise Cancel feature can be activated during playback to reduce noise for clearer listening.
* Convenient "NEW" button enables you to quickly end one recording and begin another.
* Five (5) folders hold up to 199 files in each for easy file management.
* Full-dot LCD with contrast adjustments makes displayed recording information easy to read.
* Voice Activation feature automatically begins and stops recording as it senses volume to conserve memory and offer hands-free recording.
* DSS recording format provides superb clarity.
* Included DSS Player software lets you easily play back, organize and edit files.
* Mark your recordings with Index marking so you can easily return to specific sections.
* Play files 50% faster or 25% slower than normal with the Fast/Slow Playback feature.
* Diminutive size lets you hold, use and carry the DS-660 comfortably.
* Comes with Instruction Manual; Case; 2 x AAA Battery; CD-ROM: DSS Player Pro; USB Cable; Cradle

Technical Specs
Recording Format: Digital recording in accordance with IVA Digital.Digital Speech Standard (DSS).
Recording Media: 32MB integrated flash memory.
Recording Time: SP mode: approx. 5 hours 10 min. (continuous recording).
LP mode: approx. 11 hours (continuous recording).
Card Format: n/a
Input Level: -70 dBv.
PC Interface: USB
LCD: Large backlit full dot display
LED:Folders Messages: 5 folders
Sampling Frequency: Standard mode (SP): 12 kHz.Long Play mode (LP): 8 kHz.
Overall Frequency Response: SP mode: 300 to 5,000 Hz.LP mode: 300 to 3,000 Hz.
LP Mode: yes
Voice Activation: yes
Demographic Data Input:
Practical Maximum Output:
Write Protection:
Speaker: Built-in 28 mm round dynamic speaker.
Microphone Jack: 3.5 mm mini-jack, impedance 2 ohms.
Earphone Jack: 3.5 mm mini-jack, impedance 8 ohms.
Power Supply: Rated voltage: 3 V DC.
Batteries: Two AAA-size batteries (LR03 or R03).
External Power Supply: AC adapter.
Battery Life: Approx. 12 hours (according to Olympus tests using alkaline batteries).
Size: 4.3" x 1.6" x 0.8" (without protrusions)
Weight: 75g (including batteries).
OS Supported: Windows (Microsoft Windows 98/ 98SE/ Me /2000 Professional/ NT Workstation 4.0 with SP4 or later/ XP Professional or Home Edition).
Macintosh (Mac OS 9.0 - 9.2.2/10.1 -10.2).
CPU: Intel Pentium II class 333MHz or faster
RAM: PC: 64MB or more
Mac: 16MB or more
Sound Board: 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
USB Port: One or more free USB ports
Audio Output: Earphone output or speakers