SAMSUNG DIGITAL RECORDER

SVR-S820 / S410

SAMSUNG DIGITAL RECORDER

SVR-S820 / S410

Features
q Long-time recording(S820/S410's LP Mode) Maximum 502 min.(8 hr. 22 min.) / 250min. (4 hr. 10 min.) q Recording mode You can adjust the sound and time. q Indicating the amount of recording time left You can check the available recording time. q Automatic Power Off The unit is automatically turned off when it is not used. q External Input/Output Jacks Interactive recording between the unit and other equipments q Monitoring You can listen using earphones during the recording. q Repeating You can repeatedly listen to the part you want . q VOR (Voice Operating Record) Available only when any sound exists. q Digital Volume You can adjust the volume (9 levels). q Indicating the recording / playback level You can check the level during the recording/playback. q EL BACK LIGHT You can see the LCD even in a dark place. q Dividing into four files

Contents
Parts Identification Recording Playback Connecting external equipments Phone Recording Voice Manager (Program for managing sound files) 3 6 10 13 14 15 Precautions Troubleshooting Specifications 23 25 29

when recording

Parts Identification
Top Front
Recording /Play display (Rec/Play) LCD (DISPLAY) External Microphone jack (EXIT MIC JACK) Output jack (OUT JACK)

Left Side
Hold switch (HOLD) Repeat button (REPEAT)

Right Side
Recording/Stop button (REC/STOP) Jog button(JOG) q Playback/Stop q Search button q Select button Mode button (MODE)

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Description

Repeating the playback of all the recorded messages Recording capacity Repeating one recorded message Repeating the messages recorded in one file Files No. of recorded messages

Battery capacity left Lock mode SP mode Amount of recording mode left

File button(FILE) ERASE button (ERASE)

Built-in Microphone

Amount of recorded time and recording time left LP mode VOR mode

Built-in Speaker (SPEAKER)

Battery Cover Level during the recording or playback

Volume level

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Recording
You can record immeditely by using the built-in microphone.

Installing batteries

Be sure to replace batteries in stop mode.

Recording

To open the battery cover, press and then slide it off.

To check the battery condition, press the Play/Stop button or Rec button.
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Install two batteries. (At this time, make sure to match the "+" and "-" ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment.) Then slide the cover back into place.

Recorded ones will not be deleted when replacing batteries.

Release the Hold switch, then press the Rec/Stop button for power ON. Press the Rec/Stop button again after moving the microphone toward the sound sources.
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To stop recording, press the Rec/Stop button again.

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The Play/Stop button cannot stop recording. If nothing enters within 1 minute, the unit will be automatically turned off.

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Exhausted

Battery Life
Available Time Recording LRO3 alkaline batteries Approximately 10 hr.

Speaker playback (VOL:5) Approximately 8 hr.

Recording starts when the red lamp lights ON. Simultaneously the recording number,level, and time will be displayed. (The recording number will be the next of the last one.)

q To avoid failure, perform a trial recording first. q If the recording time exceeds the maximum, a message "FULL" appears and the recording no longer continues. q You can record maximum 99messages in each file. If further messages are recorded, a message "FULL" will appear. At this time,record again after selecting a new file.

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Recording

Using an external microphone

Record after connecting an external microphone to the external microphone jack (EXIT MIC JACK), as shown in the figure below.
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Selecting the recording mode

Select a recording mode after pressing the Mode button in stop mode.
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Selecting the VOR (VOICE OPERATING RECORD) mode

Avaliable only when any sound exists. Press the Mode button twice in Stop mode, and then select VOR ON/OFF.
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Adjusting the Volume

To adjust the volume, press the MODE button three times in stop mode or press it once during the playback.
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You can record your voice even in action by mounting the external microphone on your collar. And you can record with better sound quality when the microphone is closer to the sound source.

The existing recording mode is displayed when the Mode button is pressed. You can select another mode by moving the selection jog button (SEL) up and down. q Wait for about 5 seconds or press one of the other buttons to exit.

Available Recording Time

Maximum Recording Time Recording Mode SP (Standard Period Mode) LP(Long Period Mode)

SVR-S820 SVR-S410
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233 min 115 min

502 min 250 min

When the Mode button is pressed, "VOR OFF" wil be selected. You can select "VOR ON" by moving the selection jog button (SEL) up and down. q If you press the Mode button during the recording, the VOR can be immediately turned ON/OFF.

Press the Mode button and the figure of volume adjustment will appear. You can adjust the volume by moving the selecting jog button (SEL) up and down.

Checking the amount of recording time left

You can check the amount of recording time left by pressing the Play/Stop button long in stop mode or during the recording.
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unit has the best sound in SP mode (Standard Period Mode).

Displayed is the amount of recording time left in the present mode.

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Recording

Playback
Monitoring the recording
You can listen to the recorded messages using earphones during the recording. (Install the earphones before recording.)
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Recording after selecting a file

Saparate Recording of the maximum recording time(8hrs 20min) in 4 different files.

Playback

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Select a file of A, B, C, and D files by pressing the FILE button then record.
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You can record similar messages in the same file.

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The recording level is not controlled with the volume adjustment.

Release the Hold switch, then press the Play/Stop button for power on.

Press the Play/Stop button again.

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Increasing the recording number during the recording

When the FF(fast forward) button is pressed during the recording, the recording number will be increased one by one.
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Simple recording
To directly record, press the Rec/Stop button for at least 2.5 seconds in power OFF. q To directly record, press the Rec/Stop button when selecting a mode or during the playback.

Playback starts when the green lamp lights ON. Simultaneously the recording number, level, and time will be displayed. When there is when no recorded messages "NOINFO" will disappear.

The maximum recording number is 99.

q The recorded messages can be deleted due to breakdown. Note down your important messages just in case. q If you want to re-start the recording after stopping it, press the REC button about two seconds later.

Select the volume adjustment mode by pressing the Mode button during the playback. And then adjust the volume by moving the selecting jog button(SEL) up and down.
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Press the Play/Stop button again to stop.

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The recording function needs at least two seconds for re-starting.

Use earphones if much noise exists.

When the Play button is pressed again, the playback will start from the last stop. The unit will be automatically turned OFF if there is no pressing of another button within one minute.

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Playback

Fast Forward and Rewind during the playback

Use to fast search and listen to what you want.
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Repeating the Playback

Repeating one recorded message
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Erasing the recorded messages

Erasing one message
1. Select the recording number you want to erase, then press and release the Erase button. q The message of selected recording number is displayed. Then the message "Erase" appears and blinks. 2. Press the Erase button one more time. q The recorded message will be erased with a beep.

Erasing all the recorded messages

1. Press the Erase button for at least 3 seconds in power ON. q The A, B, C, and D files and the time menu blink. 2. Press the Erase button once again for at least 5 seconds.. q ' ' is displayed with a long beep.

When you press the FF or REW button long enough during the playback, the playback time will be increased or decreased as much. But when you press them short, the recording number will be increased or decreased then the playback will return.

Press the Repeat button once during the playback or stop.

Repeating the messages recorded in a file

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Searching the recording number

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Press the Repeat button twice during the playback or stop.

Erasing the messages recorded in a file

1. Select the file you want to erase, then press and release the Erase button. q The LCD part blinks. 2. Press the Erase button again for at least 5 seconds. q The recorded messages will be erased with a beep.

When you press the FF or REW button long enough in stop mode, the recording number will be increased or decreased fast. But when you press them short, it will be increased or decreased one by one.

Repeating all the recorded messages.

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Press the Repeat button three times during the playback or stop. If you want to cancel repeating press repeat button several times.

q You can't restore deleted data.

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Connecting external equipments

You can have an interactive recording between the unit and external equipments by using external cables.

Phone Recording
You can record the messages from a phone (excepting digital phones).

Recording the messages from external equipments in a voice pen

Connecting to the Connecting cable for earphone jack external equipments Audio

Recording the messages from a phone

Connect an external cable to the MIC JACK of the voice pen to the earphone jack of an external equipment before recording.
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Wall side terminal Phone connecting cable Phone

You can monitor the recorded message using earphones. At this time the recording level is not changed by volume controller of the voice pen.

Connect an external cable to the MIC IN JACK of the voice pen to the AUDIO OUT JACK of the adaptor for phone recording. Connect a 30 cm phone cable to the phone to the adaptor for phone recording. Connect the phone line to another jack of the adaptor. Press the Record button, and the messages from the phone will be recorded.
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Connecting to MIC IN or EXIT INPUT jack Computer Connecting to MIC IN

Recording the messages from the voice pen in external equipments

Connect an external cable to the OUT JACK of the voice pen to the MIC JACK or the external input jack of an external equipment. Then press the Play button of the voice pen and the Rec button of an external equipment.
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Phone connecting cable

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Adaptor for phone recording Cable for connecting external equipments

To avoid failure, perform a trial recording first. Adjust the volume using the volume controller of the voice pen.

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Voice Manager (Program for Managing Sound File)

This is the program to copy the recorded sound files in PC and classify, search, and apply them by connecting an external cable to the OUT jack of the Voice Pen to the MIC or LINE IN of the PC. For further information, refer to the HELP of the Voice Manager.

Initial display of the voice manager.

Hide Waveform of the Sound Record Mode Play Mode Edit Mode Help Manage Mode
q You can manage files by subject, account, date.

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Installing the Voice Manager

Insert the setup CD in the PC.
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Saving the sound information from the voice pen in the PC On the PC, managing the sound files by name and subject. q Editing in PC q E-mailing q Playback

Operation Environment
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At least 486 PC, which has a sound card (English/Korean Windows 95/98)

After the setup window appears,the setup will be automatically done. After the setup is completed, the Voice Manager icon will appear on the background screen. q If any error happens during the setup or reinstalling needs, be sure to uninstall the program.Then redo steps 1~2. q If the program has any problem, refer to pages 27~28. q To see how to connect PC to Voice Pen.

Exit Simsvalley Web Site Sending E-mail

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Voice Manager

Recording the files from the Voice Pen in your PC

Listening to the files recorded in your PC

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Click the Recording Mode icon. Press the Play button of the Voice Pen.
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Click the Play Mode icon. Press the Open icon to open the file recorded in PC. Click the Play icon. Click the Stop icon to stop listening. Use the Compress and Save button to compress and save the current open file.
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After the files from the voice pen are recorded in your PC, the waveform of the sound will appear on the screen.

After the recording is completed, click the Stop icon.

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The window for entering the file name appears. Input file name and save the file.

q The files that are compressed and saved might have a little lower sound quality. q Click on the Compress and Save icon to compress and save a voice file.

Click the Play icon and check the recorded files. Use the Compress and Save button to compress and save the current open file.

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Voice Manager

Editing recorded files

Upper window

Save Compress and Save

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Click the Edit icon.

Select the part to be pasted using the green stick on the left side, and then click the Paste icon.

Lower window

Click the lower window, and then click the Open icon to open a file be edited. Select what you want to delete or copy using the green sticks on both sides. To Cut or Copy selected put, use Cut or Copy icon.

Register

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If you paste the recorded messages to another file, click the upper window to open the file.
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Copy the selected part using the sticks, and then paste it to the lower window.

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Open

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Copy

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Editing the recorded files

Managing files You can manage the registered files.

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Click on the Open button in the Play or Edit mode to open the file you want to manage. Click on the Register button and type information related to the file into the memo area. And then select the group you prefer.
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Click on the D/B(Data Base) button and Dialog window appears. Select the group you prefer from the Select group on the Data Base Dialog window.
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prefer.Then the appropriate voice files are displayed.

To add file registration, click on the Add button and select the voice file you want to add. To check information related to the files, select the file you prefer from the list of files and click on the Info button. For file playback, select the file you want to play from the list of files and click on the Play button.

the create Group button and type the name of a group into. And then click on the Add and Exit button in turn.

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Click on the Save button and the file is registered.

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Precautions
Read the following precautions before using the voice pen.

Operation
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Battery
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Safety
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Do not drop the voice pen or give it a mechanical shock. It can cause its hindrance. Do not place the voice pen on the followings: - Hot places (60oC) - Locations exposed to the direct ray of light or near a heater - Cars whose windows are closed - Humid places such as bathrooms - Areas with too much dust Do not apply excessive force to the LCD window. This can cause breakdown or malfunction.

Avoid putting magnetic cards such as credit cards or subway passcard near the speaker. Otherwise the cards can no longer be used. Be understood that our company does not reimburse you for any loss from the use of the voice pen or any demand of indemnity from the third person. Be understood that our company does not take responsibility for any memory loss by reasons of breakdown, repair, and others.

Do not recharge, disassemble, or put the batteries in fire. Electrolytic fluid such as fusible alkalies can flow and hurt your eyes. This can cause heat generation or explosion. When there is electrolytic fluid (such as fusible alkalies) on your clothes or skin, wash it immediately with water. When you have it in your eyes, wash it out and go see a doctor. Do not use different kinds of batteries together. When the voice pen is not used for a long time, remove the batteries.

Do not repair, disassemble, or alter your voice pen yourself. If any malfunction (such as smoke or transformation due to heat) happens, remove batteries immediately. Do not use in airplanes or areas restricting the use of electronic devices. Avoid using the voice pen while driving or walking. It might cause some accidents.

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Troubleshooting
Check for the following items first if any problem happens.

Playback does not work.

Check 1

Isn't the Hold switch set? No messages recorded in the voice pen? Aren't the batteries exhausted? Isn't the Volume controller set to '0'? Is the earphone plugged?

Release the Hold

button.

Check 2

Check for the recording

number.

LCD window does not work

Check 1 Check 2

Aren't the batteries exhausted? Replace with new batteries. Are the batteries correctly installed?

Match "+", "-" ends of the

batteries with the diagram inside the battery compartment.

Check 3

Replace with new

batteries.

Recording does not work.

Check 1 Check 2

Isn't the Hold switch set? Is there no space for recording? Aren't the batteries exhausted?

Release the Hold button.. Erase unnecessary

messages.

No sound output from the speaker.

Check 1

Adjust the Volume

controller.

Check 2

Unplug the earphone.

Check 3

Replace with new

batteries.

No sound output from the earphone.

Check 1

Isn't the Volume controller set to '0'? Isn't the earphone unplugged?

Adjust the Volume

controller.

Check 2

Plug the earphone

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Troubleshooting (when using the Voice Manager)

Check for the following items first if any problem happens.

Recording or Playback menu becomes the state of nonactivation Recording does not work.

Check 1

No sound card. Install the Voice Manager program again after inserting a sound card into your PC.

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Check that the Voice Pen is connected to your PC (Sound Card). Select the icons in the following sequence: Control panel -> Multimedia -> Audio -> Recording. And then check that the MIC IN is activated in the Recording Control Window. Cancel the mute toggle or select Microphone from Recording control. Too loud sound can cause noise. Adjust the volume using the volume controller of the Voice Pen.

The following message appears on the screen: "VOICE MANAGER. help file was created with a language not support by this version of windows". The following message appears on the screen: "Waveln Open : the actual device can't record this format".

Check 1

Install the Voice Manager program again after deleting the existing one through "Program Add/Delete".

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Can't hear the sound because of noise.

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This message appears when the audio codec is deleted. (The audio codec is automatically installed in Windows setup.) Install the Microsoft GSM6, 10 Audio Codec in the Control Panel, and then restart your system.

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Specifications
Model Name Available Recording Time Dimensions Weight Power requirements SVR-S820 SP 233 min. / LP 502 min. SVR-S410 SP 115 min. / LP 250 min. Microphone Input Output Speaker Operation Built-in nondirectional electric capacitor microphone(mono) Plug-In Power microphone(Mini plug/mono) IMP less than 3 kohm Earphone(Mini plug / mono) IMP more than 8 ohm (preferred output - 32 ohm) 23 mm in diameter Temperature 0 oC~ 40oC Earphone(1), Alkaline batteries LRO3(2), User's Manual(1), External microphone(1), Adaptor for phone recording(1), Connecting cable for external equipments(1), connecting cable for phone(1), Voice Manager Setup CD(1), Handstrap(1) 101.6 36 17(mm) 41 g (excluding the battery) / 64 g (including the battery) DC 3V, LR03, two alkaline batteries ("AAA" size or UM-4) Approx. 10 hr. during the recording, Approx. 8 hr. during the speaker playback (VOL. 5), "AAA" size alkaline batteries are used in a normal temperature (25oC) Built-in Flash Memory 99 per each file (total: 396) 80 mW (16 ohm, THD 10%) 500 Hz-3500 Hz Environment Accessories

Battery life Recording Device Maximum No. of recordings Effective maximum output Frequency range
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Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve the quality.

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Guarantee
Product Assurance period DIGITAL RECORDER 1 YEAR Address Customer Name sincerely tel Address Sales agency Agency name sign
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SVR-S820/S410 Sales date tel yy mm dd

In occurring of trouble,contact to sales agency please.