Olympus DS-5000 Digital Voice Recorder
The Olympus DS-5000 Digital Voice Recorder is a professional dictation recording device. Benefit from improved work-flow thanks not only to the functions but the design of the recorder. The DSS Player Pro Software allows for recording directly to your PC and provides other time saving features like auto retrieval of typed documents and instant distribution of recordings through email. DSS Pro also enables better sound quality with QP or Quality Playback mode. The convenient slide switch and navigation buttons are quiet and easy to use, while a password or lock keeps your data safe and secure.
The DS-5000 also comes with a multi-function docking cradle that not only recharges the recorder's Ni-MH battery, but enables hands-free recording and allows for transfer of data to your PC. Compatible recording media includes SD, microSD, or dual memory cards.
- Compatible Memory
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- Works with SD, microSD and dual memory cards
- User-Friendly Design
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- Well-placed navigation buttons
- Comfortable and easy to use slide switch
- Generous LCD screen displays English, French & Spanish
- Features 3 programmable buttons for your specific needs
- Multi-Function Cradle
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- Enables hands-free recording
- Recharges the Ni-MH battery pack
- Allows for data transfers between the DS-5000 and your PC
- Security
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- Device lock or password keeps audio files private
- Supports encryption and decryption of dictation and document files sent over the Internet
- Functions & Tools
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- Programmable firmware
- Allows up to 32 index marks per file
- DSS Pro QP mode for high quality sound
- Manger tools enables quick set-up and customization
- Verbal comment function for search and playback when using the DSS Player software
| Recording | |
|---|---|
| Microphone Type |
Built-in Optional external via 3.5mm jack |
| Mode | Mono |
| Clip Splitting | SD/SDHC, microSD memory cards (up to 8GB, 512MB microSD card included) |
| Format | DS2 |
| Time To First Fix |
QP mode: 38 hours, 45 minutes SP mode: 79 hours, 30 minutes |
| Voice Activation | Yes |
| Convenience | |
|---|---|
| Speaker | Built-in 23mm Ohm round dynamic speaker |
| LCD | 1.5 x 1.6" (3.81 x 4.06cm) |
| Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Input | 3.5mm microphone mini-jack |
| Output | 3.5mm headphone mini-jack |
| Other | USB cradle |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Battery Type | Alkaline, Ni-MH Rechargeable |
| Battery Life (approx.) |
Alkaline Recording: 32 hours, Playback: 13 hours
Ni-MH Rechargeable |
| External Power Supply | A-513 AC Adapter |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Frequency Response |
QP mode: 200Hz-7KHz SP mode: 200Hz-5KHz |
| System Requirements (Minimum) |
Windows 2000, XP, Vista 500MHz processor or more (2000/XP) 800MHz or more (Vista) 128MB or more (2000/XP), 512MB or more (Vista) CD, DVD drive USB port
Mac OS 10.3.9-10.5 |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 2.0 x 4.5 x 0.7" (5.08 x 11.4 x 1.01cm) |
| Weight | 3.88 oz (109.9g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
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Ratings Distribution
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of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Compact (3)
- Good audio (3)
Cons
Best Uses
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- Tech savvy (4)
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Pros
- Reliable
Cons
- Bulky
- Slow to wake upstart
Best Uses
- Dictation for doctors
Comments about Olympus DS-5000 Digital Voice Recorder:
Have used this now for 3 years. It has been reliable, but starting to show its age. I work it hard indeed, dictate perhaps 20-40 letters per day, and carry it everwhere
It is slow to start up and for me this is a real frustration. I often dictate on the run, and frequently the first few words are missing, as it takes several seconds for it to wake to create a new file if it is off or asleep.
I would buy again, largely because I am fully invested in the Olympus system, transcription kit etc, despite the fact that they produce a weak and limited version of their software for Mac
Pros
- Compact Design
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Olympus DS-5000 Digital Voice Recorder:
Very pleased with the product [...] Works with our existing computer system involving 2003 terminal server.
Pros
- Compact Design
- High Quality Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Olympus DS-5000 Digital Voice Recorder:
Our office has used these for several years, superceding lesser Olympus recorders. These WORK, including the slide switch that is essential for any sort of high volume dictation. The only improvement might be that the reverse could go back a bit further more easily, but perhaps mine has not been adjusted correctly. The files we generate are uploaded, then handled remotely, rough-edited, then returned to use as MS Word files for our final edits.
Pros
- High Quality Sound
Cons
Best Uses
- Law Office
Comments about Olympus DS-5000 Digital Voice Recorder:
I use this recorder in my law office, along with Dragon Naturally Speaking. It gives me very good voice recognition results. It is not quite as accurate as my headset microphone but it is good enough, and obviously it is more convenient out of the office.
Easy to operate, fairly clear menu options. The screen has conspicuously low resolution and the entire device looks dated, but it does not effect performance.
Pros
- Compact Design
- High Quality Sound
Cons
Best Uses
- Conversations
- Lectures
Comments about Olympus DS-5000 Digital Voice Recorder:
Will be using the recorder for classroom recordings, interview style with an Olympus me-52w noise canceling microphone as well.
1st impression is quality, and ease of use. Very crisp sound reproduction.
The software looks easy to use, and is password protected.
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Cases & Straps
- Price: $24.99
Batteries & Power
- Price: $18.50
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- Original: $11.99
- Save: $1.20
- Price: $10.79
Memory Cards
- Price: $6.99
Microphones
- Price: $43.99
Phone Recording
- Price: $14.99
Cables & Adapters
- Price: $15.24
What's in the Box
- DS-5000 Digital Voice Recorder
- 512MB microSD Card
- USB Cradle
- Rechargeable Battery Pack
- AC Adapter
- USB Cable
- Case
- DSS Player Pro Software
- Instruction Manual
- Quick Reference Guide
- 1-Year Limited Warranty
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