Forus Electronics FSV-1000 Digital Voice Recorder User Manual FSV 1000

Forus Electronics Co., Ltd. Digital Voice Recorder FSV 1000

Users Manual

Made in korea Version 2005.2Voice RecorderBe sure to read this user manual before using the recorder.Keep this manual in good custody as it may be useful later.Voice Recorder
FeaturesName of Each PartPutting the batteryPower ON/OFFExternal Power SupplyHOLD SettingVolume AdjustmentFolder Selection13556677PreparingRecording through an External MicrophoneConnecting to an Audio SystemListening through an EarphoneRecording Telephone MessageConnecting to a PC3132333335Connecting to an External DevicePrecautionsTroubleshootingSpecificationsWarranty4345OthersRecordingPlaybackSection Repeat PlaybackIntro ScanDeleting Recorded FileRecovery of erased file8911111214UsingMenu StructureGeneral SettingRecording SettingPlayback SettingTime SettingFormat Setting161719212329MenuFeaturesLong Recording TimeIn LP mode : 130 hours and 20 minutes(256MB).Recording Quality ModeXQ/HQ/SP/LPVOR Recording The recorder operates only when an audiblesound exists and it enables to use efficient max.recording time.Microphone Sensitivity Microphone sensitivity can be adjustedaccording to the distance from the sound sourceand the ambient noise level.Additional Recording (Append)You can add the recording to the same filenumber without affecting the original.Power Supply SelectionFor power, you can use two ways, DC supplyand USB supply.Playback Speed :7 steps.LCD Backlight :7 colors selectable.Clock SettingYou can set the current time(year/month/day/hour/minute/second).Recovery of erased filesYou can renew the files even though you haveerased the recorded files.AlarmIf you set the desired time, alarm sounds at thetime.Reserved Recording TimeIf you set the desired time, recording starts fromthe time.File Search (Intro Scan) Intro scan function consecutively plays the first7 seconds of each file for easy search of therecorded messages.Hearing AidYou can listen to the voice coming from themicrophone on earphones and adjust the soundlevels without using the recording function.World-wide Language Support for FilenameUSB Digital Interface Telephone Message Recording Repeat PlaybackContents
Left ViewTop ViewBack View Right ViewEarphone/Output TerminalFolder/Section RepeatPlayback(Folder/A->B) ButtonBattery CoverUSB Port TerminalBattery CoverLock SwitchHOLD SwitchBuilt-in SpeakerHand StrapJOG ButtonErase ButtonMenu ButtonVolume ButtonBuilt-in Mic.Microphone/Input TerminalPreparingName of Each PartFront View LCD DisplayFile No.IndicatorVOR Recording Indicator Reserved Recording IndicatorFolderIndicatorRecording Quality IndicatorCurrent Status Indicator(Stop/Playback/Pause/Rec)Recording/Playback Level IndicatorRecording/PlaybackTime IndicatorMic. SensitivityIndicatorAlarm IndicatorBattery LevelIndicatorFile InformationIndicatorCurrent date & Time IndicatorLCDDisplayREC/STOPButtonRecording IndicatorRecorder ManagerCD-ROM MicrophoneEarphone Hand Strap User's Manual ExternalBattery(AAAX2)USB Connection CablePackageContents
Power ON/OFFPower ON Slide HOLD switch in the direction,and press the REC/STOP button.Power OFF Automatic Power OFF - The powerautomatically turns off when the recorder is notin use for more than 1 minute at stop mode.Manual Power OFF - Slide HOLD switch in the direction at stop mode. External Power SupplyPreparingPutting the battery1. To open the battery cover.Push the Lock switch down and slide the Battery cover.2. Insert two batteries withthe correct polarity asindicated by the andsymbols.Checking the batteries LevelFullHigh-NormalLow-NormalWeakExhaustedRecorded files will not be erased during replacing the batteries.Battery CoverLock SwitchSelect "DC" at the menu of USB Mode inGeneral.Pls. refer to the page 17 ~ 18.Connect the Recorder to PC by USB cable.Recorder operates with PC power supply.HOLD SettingHOLD function locks all the button functions to prevent unwanted use and the discharge of the batteries. To Set HOLDSlide HOLD switch in the directionduring recording or playback. flickers and HOLD is set. To Release HOLDSlide HOLD switch in the direction duringrecording or playback.disappears and HOLD is released.HOLD switch performs locking function during playback or recordingand manual power off function at stop mode.
Volume AdjustmentVolume can be adjusted from level 0 to 20 at stop mode or during playback. To Turn up the Volume Presssymbol of the VOL button.As the number on the LCD display increases, the volumeincreases.To Turn Down the Volume Presssymbol of the VOL button. As the number on the LCD display decreases, the volumedecreases.Folder SelectionFolder can be selected during playing back and recording. Press FOLDER/A->B button at stop mode. At every press of the button, Folder indicator changes in the sequence of A, B, C and D. Preparing UsingRecordingIn recording, please position the built-in microphone toward the sound source. To Start Recording Press REC/STOP button.Recording begins with the red light on the recordingindicator. The LCD shows the current folder, file number,recording elapsed time and the recording sound level. The recorder automatically selects the file number next tothe previously recorded file in current folder.To Record into the next file number during recordingPress JOG button upward while recording.The recording stops at the current file number andcontinues recording into the next file number. To Stop Recording Press REC/STOP button once again.The red light goes off and recording stops. To Add RecordingPress REC/STOP button for more than 3seconds at stop mode. The recorder attaches the message additionally to thecurrent file number. Press JOG button in while recording to display the recording remaining time and if youpress once more, the current recording time is displayed.Press MENU button during recording in order to change previous setting of VOR function (Pls. refer to Page 20).
UsingSelect the folder to playback.Pls. refer to page 7. In stop mode, push up or pull down the JOG button to select the file numberto playback. For careful search, press the button briefly. For quick search, press and hold the button for a few seconds. Press JOG button in. The Recorder starts playback with the filenumber, playback elapsed time and playbacksound level. To Start Playback To Stop Playback Press JOG button in again. Now, press JOG button in again to resume playback from the previous stop position. PlaybackTo playback other recorded file during playback of current fileWheel JOG button upward shortly during playback.The playback of current file stop and playback of next file starts.Wheel JOG button downward shortly during playback.The playback of previous file starts.Press REC/STOP button in while playback to display the playback remaining time andif you press once more, the current playback time is displayed.
UsingSection Repeat PlaybackIntro ScanPress FOLDER/A->B button at the startingpoint of the desired section.'A' appears and 'B' flickers.Press FOLDER/A->B button again at the endingpoint of the desired section. 'B' appears and the section from 'A' to 'B' is repeated. Press FOLDER/A->B button once again to cancel Section Repeat Playback and then, normal playback continues.Press JOG button for more than 3 seconds at stop mode. This function enables fast file search by playing backthe first 7 seconds of each file. To delete a recorded file Deleting Recorded FileSelect the folder that contains the file to bedeleted.Pls. refer to page 7.In stop mode, push up or pull down the JOG button to select the recordedfile to delete.For careful search, press the button briefly.For quick search, press and hold the button for a few seconds.Press ERASE button briefly. The selected file number flickers and the selectedfile is played back. Press ERASE button again briefly. The selected file is deleted and file numbers areautomatically rearranged.The ERASE operation is cancelled if any other button is pressed during the selected filenumber is flickering or the ERASE button is not pressed again in 5 seconds.For playback the file during scanning, press JOG button in.
UsingTo delete all the files in the selected folder Select a folder to be deleted. Pls. refer to page 7. Press ERASE button more than 5seconds.The selected folder flickers and 1-FOLDER andERASE is displayed.Press ERASE button for more than 5seconds again.All the selected folder is deleted. The ERASE operation is cancelled if any other button is pressed during the selected filenumber is flickering or the ERASE button is not pressed again in 5 seconds. Deleting Recorded File (continued)Press MENU button at stop mode.Select 'RECORD' by wheeling JOG buttonupward or downward.Press FOLDER/A->B button for more than5 seconds.Recovery screen is displayedSelect 'YES' by wheeling JOG buttonupward or downward and press JOGbutton in.Recovery file list is displayed.In the Recovery file list, recorded date, time anderased file name is displayed.Recovery of Erased FileThis function enables to recovers the erased file by mistake of user.To recover the erased file
Press JOG button in after selecting the fileto recover by wheeling JOG button upwardor downward.Press JOG button in after selecting thefolder location to save by wheeling JOGbutton upward or downwardThe selected file is saved in the selected folder.If you wait for a while or press other button than JOG button after recovery, the recoveryfunction is finished.In recovery file list, max. 16 files are displayed on LCD at a time. If the selected file is recovered, the other file which was not showed is displayedautomatically.In case of erasing by using Low Format function, the recovery function is not available.In case of using recording function after erasing file, some files cannot be recovered.To recover other files, follow up the procedure ofthe above 5, 6.Recovery of Erased File (Continued)To recover the erased file1. Press MENU button at stop mode.2. Press JOG button in after selecting the item to be desired by wheeling JOG button upward or downward.3. Press JOG button in after selecting the sub-item to be desired by wheeling JOG button upward or downward.4. Set up the sub-item by wheeling JOG button upward or downward.5. To exit from MENU, press MENU button.The way to operate MenuMenu StructureUsing Menu
LCD Contrast AdjustmentIt's available to adjust contrast from 00 to 10.Press MENU button at stop mode orplayback status.Press JOG button in at the status which'GENERAL' is selected.Press JOG button in after selecting thesub-item to be desired by wheeling JOGbutton upward or downward.Set up the sub-item by wheeling JOGbutton upward or downward.To exit from MENU, press MENU button.MenuGeneral SettingBacklight AdjustmentYou can select among Red, Green, Blue Yellow, Cyan, Magentaand White.Beep Sound ON/OFFIt enables to make beep sound whenever you press button.USB Mode SettingIn case of connecting Recorder to PC by USB cable.USB : For USB power supplyDC : For DC power supplyLoad Default SettingYou can set initialization in purchasing Recorder.
LCD Contrast AdjustmentIt's available to adjust contrast from 00 to 10.Press MENU button at stop mode orplayback status.Press JOG button in at the status which'GENERAL' is selected.Press JOG button in after selecting thesub-item to be desired by wheeling JOGbutton upward or downward.Set up the sub-item by wheeling JOGbutton upward or downward.To exit from MENU, press MENU button.MenuGeneral SettingBacklight AdjustmentYou can select among Red, Green, Blue Yellow, Cyan, Magentaand White.Beep Sound ON/OFFIt enables to make beep sound whenever you press button.USB Mode SettingIn case of connecting Recorder to PC by USB cable.USB : For USB power supplyDC : For DC power supplyLoad Default SettingYou can set initialization in purchasing Recorder.
Playback SettingMenuPress MENU button at stop mode orplayback.Press JOG button in after selecting 'PLAY'by wheeling JOG button upward ordownward.Press JOG button in after selecting sub-item by wheeling JOG button upward ordownward.Set the sub-item by wheeling JOG buttonupward or downward.Repeat Playback SettingAll : For all recorded filesFolder : For 1 FolderFile : For 1 recorded fileNone : No repeatPlayback Speed AdjustmentPlayback speed can be adjusted in 7 levels as follows.SPR: 50, 70, 100(normal), 130, 150, 170, 200%.Hearing and Follow-upYou can hear and follow-up because the concerned time has nosound after repeat section playback is made.On : For this functionOff : No for this functionExit from MENU by pressing MENU button.
MenuTime SettingPress MENU button at stop mode.Press JOG button in after selecting 'TIME'by wheeling JOG button upward ordownward.Press JOG button in at the condition tobe selected for 'Current Time'.It enables the condition of the current time set-upmenu and year flickers.Press JOG button in after selecting 'YEAR' by wheeling JOG button upward or downward.Set Month, Day, Hour, Minute, Second by repeating the above # 4.To set the current timeIf you set the current time, you can see the time always and also, you can set the function of alarm &reserved recording.Exit from MENU by pressing MENU button.
MenuTime Setting (Continued)Press MENU button at stop mode.Press JOG button in after selecting 'TIME'by wheeling JOG button upward ordownward.Press JOG button in after selecting 'Alarm' by wheeling JOG button upward or downward.The current time set-up is made and year flickers.Press JOG button in after selecting 'On' by wheeling JOG button upward or downward.Folder indicator A flickers.Press JOG button in after selecting beep soundby wheeling JOG button upward or downward.ABCDBeep is displayed.Press JOG button in after selecting desiredfile by wheeling JOG button upward ordownward.Press JOG button in after setting up 'Hour'by wheeling JOG button upward ordownward.Press JOG button in after setting up 'Minute'by wheeling JOG button upward or downward.To release AlarmPress MENU button and select 'Off' at TIME>Alarm.Alarm mark disappears and this function is released.To set AlarmExit from MENU by pressing MENU button.
MenuTime Setting (Continued)Press MENU button at stop mode.Press JOG button in after selecting 'TIME'by wheeling JOG button upward ordownward.Press JOG button in after selecting 'ReservedREC' by wheeling JOG button upward ordownward.Press JOG button in after selecting 'On' by wheeling JOG button upward ordownward.Hour flickers.Press JOG button in after selecting 'Hour' by wheeling JOG button upward or downward.Press JOG button in after selecting 'Minute' by wheeling JOG button upward or downward.Press JOG button in after setting up 'Recordingtime' by wheeling JOG button upward ordownward.Reserved recording time range is 10 ~ 240 minutes.To release reserved recording functionPress MENU button and select 'Off' at TIME>Reserved REC.Reserved recording starts after setting this function at power-off of recorder.To set reserved recordingExit from MENU by pressing MENU button.If reserved recording is completed, the reserved recordingindicator displayed.
Format SettingMenuPress MENU button at stop mode or playback.Press JOG button in after selecting 'FORMAT'by wheeling JOG button upward or downward.Press JOG button in after selecting sub-itemby wheeling JOG button upward ordownward.Set the sub-item by wheeling JOG buttonupward or downward.Note : Please keep in you mind that the erased file by using this Low Format functioncannot be restored.Quick Format SettingThis enables to recover file in needed if you erase therecorded file.Yes : For erasing all recorded files.No : Not for erasing all recorded files.Low Format SettingIn case of erasing the recorded file by using this function, therecorded file is erased completely and it's not possible to recover.Yes : For erasing all recorded files.No : Not for erasing all recorded files.Information ReviewYou can check full memory capacity, used memory capacity,version.Exit from MENU by pressing MENU button.
Connecting to an Audio SystemConnecting to an Audio SystemTo Record contents of the Audio into the Voice Recorder Connect the Voice Recorder to the audio system.Connect the Microphone/Input terminal to the Earphone terminal of the audio system using the supplied external device connection cable.Press REC/STOP button and the play button of the audiosystem simultaneously. The Voice Recorder starts recording the audio contents.Press REC/STOP button and the stop button of the audiosystem simultaneously.Recording stops.Adjust the recording sound volume with the volume control of the audio system. Recording quality may be affected by the performance of the external device. To start RecordingTo finish RecordingRecording through an External MicrophoneConnect external microphoneto Voice Recorder. Plug the external microphone into theMicrophone/Input terminal of the Recorder.Press REC/STOP button. Voice is recorded through the external microphone. Press REC/STOP button again. Recording stops.To start RecordingTo finish RecordingConnecting to an External Device
Recording Telephone MessageTelephone messages can be recorded on the Voice Recorder.Connect the Voice Recorder to the telephone.Using the external device connection cable, connect theMicrophone/Input terminal of the Voice Recorder and thetelephone recording adapter as shown in the picture.Press REC/STOP button during the telephone conversation.The Voice Recorder starts recording the conversation.Press REC/STOP button again.Recording stops.The digital telephone cannot be connected to the Voice recorder. To record only when you talk on the telephone, please select VOR recording and thenpress REC/STOP button. (For details, pls. refer to page 20)If the VOR function does not work properly, set the MIC sensitivity low.(For details, pls. refer to page 20)The input volume of the recorded sound is affected by the telephone and phone linecondition. If input volume is too low, disable the VOR function.(For details, pls. refer to page 20.) To Start RecordingTo finish recordingConnect the Voice Recorder to the audio system. Connect the Earphone/Output terminal to the microphone terminal of the audio system using the supplied external device connection cable. Select the file to be recorded.To see how to select a file, please refer to page 9. Press JOG button of the Voice Recorder and the record button of the audio system simultaneously. The selected file in the Voice Recorder is recorded into the audio system. Press JOG button of the Voice Recorder and the stop button of the audio system.Recording stops. The recording sound volume can be adjusted using VOL button of the Voice Recorder. Recording quality may be affected by the performance of the external device. To start recordingTo finish recordingListening through an EarphonePlug the earphone to the Earphone/Output terminal. The playback sound is automatically routed to the earphone.The playback volume can be adjusted by and ofVOL button.Earphone/Output terminalConnecting to an External DeviceConnecting to an Audio System(continued)To Record contents of the Recorder into an Audio System
Installation has been completed andthe shortcut icon appears.5Type in your name and company name. 8Click9Click3Click6Click4Click7ClickConnecting to a PCDVR-Manager should be installed to PC prior to connecting Voice Recorder to PC. When you insert DVR-Manager CD into CD-ROM drive, the language selection window appears. SystemRequirementsComputer : IBM-compatible, Intel Pentium (or better) basedwith USB port support Memory : More than 64MB of RAMOS : Windows 98/Me/2000/XP Hard Disk : More than 50MB space For Playing : Sound card and speakerFor Recording : Sound card and microphone Installation of DVR-ManagerDVR-Manager software provides the functions for connection, playback, recording and editing of recorded files. 1Select language2ClickConnecting to an External Device
Connecting to a PC(continued)Upon connecting Voice Recorder and PC using USB connection cable after execution of DVR-Manager,driver is automatically installed. In case driver is not installed automatically, specify another file. Note!! Be sure to install after putting off the batteries. Installation of Driver12Click7Click10Click9Click8Click11Click3Click564ClickConnecting to an External Device
Connecting to a PC(continued)Installation of Driver(continued)Connecting to an External Device13Click15Click16Click19Click20Click22Click21Click17Click18Click1412Connect the Recorder to PC by USB cable.
Connecting to a PC(continued)Connecting to an External DeviceIf installation is finished, shortcut icon is displayed . In case of managing files in PC, you can use conveniently because multi-language for file name orerror message is supported.Multi-language SupportDouble click the shortcut icon .DVR-Manager is executed.Select Help of main menu.After connecting the Recorder to PC, try not to touch the Recorder since it may cause the malfunction of the device.If you have connected USB cable while batteries are installed, you must first press REC/STOP button to power on Recorder.First connect Recorder to PC for the better use of the Recorder Manager Pro software.Connecting to PC
For the BatteryFor your safetyOthersPrecautionsImportant information on safe and efficient operation. Read this informationbefore using your voice recorder. 1. Do not drop the unit or give a shock to the unit. It may cause amalfunction.2. Do not leave the unit in such a location as described below. - A place of very high temperature (60)- A place subject to direct sunlight or near heat sources - A car with its windows closed (especially in summer) - A place subject to excessive moisture like a bathroom - A place subject to excessive dust 3. Do not apply heavy forces to the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) unit, or it may cause breakage or abnormal display taking into account the properties of liquid crystal. 4. If you place cards using magnetism such as cash cards or transportationpass cards near to the speaker of the unit, the magnetism may betransformed due to magnetic influence so that the magnetic cards cannotbe used any more. 5. Our company does not reimburse you for any loss from the use of theVoice recorder or any demand of indemnity from a third party. 6. Message loss due to malfunctions, repairs, etc is not a responsibility of ours. Please understand this. For the unit1. Do not repair, disassemble or modify this unit by yourself. 2. If smoke or deformation occurs due to the generation of heat, remove thebattery from the unit immediately. 3. Do not use this unit in an airplane or place where the use of electronicmachines are prohibited. 4. Do not use during you are driving or walking. It may cause an accident. 1. Do not short-circuit, disassemble or heat the battery, or do not put thebattery into a fire. Electrolyte such as an alkaline solution may flow out, so you may get it in your eyes, or it may cause the generation of heat, or the breakdown of the battery. 2. When the skin or clothes are stained with electrolyte such as an alkalinesolution, wash the stain out with water immediately. If you get it in youreyes, seek immediate medical treatment after washing out the area of theeye with water. 3. Do not use the different kind of batteries together. 4.When the unit is not in use for a long time, remove the battery from the unit.
The earphonesdo not work. Is the volume set to '0'? Adjust the volume.(Refer to page 7)CHECK1Is the earphone pluggedin properly?Plug the earphone in properly.CHECK2For DVR-ManagerHas the sound cardbeen installed? Install the sound card first and thenreinstall the 'DVR-Manager' software.CHECK1REC/PLAY icons are inactive.Is the volume setexcessively high? Adjust the volume of the DVR-Manager, since the excessively highvolume may cause noise.CHECK2Can't hear the voice due to noise. Is the externalmicrophone connectedto the PC (Sound Card)?Connect the external microphoneto the sound card and startrecording.(Refer to page 42)CHECK1Does the MIC IN (Microphone)become active at theRecording Control Window,when you click : Control Panel> Multimedia > Audio >Recording?Cancel Mute function, if theunit is in the mode, and selectthe MIC IN.CHECK2Can't record with anexternal microphone.No sound comesfrom the speaker. Is the volume set to '0'? Adjust the volume.(Refer topage 7) Is the earphone plugged in? Pull out the earphone completely.CHECK2CHECK1TroubleshootingIs the battery's power exhausted ?Replace the battery with a newone. (Refer to page 5)CHECK1Is the battery installed to the correct polarity? Install the battery to the correctpolarity.CHECK2LCD doesn't work .Is the device locked by the HOLD key? Release the HOLD key. CHECK1Has the memory or filenumbers been used up? Delete unnecessary files.(Refer to pages 12~13, 29 ~30)CHECK2Is the battery's power exhausted? Replace the battery with a newone. (Refer to page 5)CHECK3Recordingdoesn't work.Is the device locked by the HOLD key? Release the HOLD key. CHECK1Is there any recorded file? Check the folder and file numbers. CHECK2Playbackdoesn't work.Is the battery's power exhausted? Replace the battery with a newone. (Refer to page 5).CHECK3Check the following items before asking a technical support.When using Voice RecorderOthers
SpecificationItemContinuous recording timeMaximum number of recording filesDimensionsWeightPower SourceBattery life Recording mediumEffective maximum output Frequency rangePC interfaceOperational conditionAccessoriesInputOutputInternalExternalEarphoneSpeakerDigital Voice Recorder128MB XQ 14H 55M / HQ 21H 45M / SP 29H 50M / LP 65H 10M256MB XQ 29H 50M / HQ 43H 30M / SP 59H 40M / LP 130H 20M512MB XQ 59H 40M/ HQ 87H 00M / SP 119H 20M / LP 160H 40M99 files per folder x 4 folders = 396 files 3219.386.5(mm)33.3g (excluding the batteries weight of 24g)Two DC 3V (Size "AAA", Alkaline) batteries, External Adapter Recording: Approx. 12 hours / Playback: Approx. 12 hours (E/P normal level)Speaker : 25mW 500Hz ~ 3.5KHzUSB(Universal Serial Bus)Omni-directional electret condenser microphone Plug-in electret condenser microphone Earphones (3.5 / mono / 16)Diameter 20mm, 16Temperatures: 0 to 40Recorder, Battery(AAAX2), Earphone , USB Connection Cable, Manager CD-ROM, Hand Strap, User's Manual, External DeviceConnection Cable, Telephone Recording Adaptor, TelephoneConnection Cord, External Microphone , DC Adapter(Option)OthersTroubleshootingWhen error message appearsCannot read memory.Recording Append isnot available.There are too manyblocks not to be usedin memory. Erased function is notavailable.File list of memory isabnormal.Remove batteries.Put batteries in Recorder again and power on.RetryConnect Recorder to PC.Save the recorded file of Recorder in PC.Use Low Format (Refer to page 29 ~ 30)Connect Recorder to PC.Save the recorded file of Recorder in PC.Use Quick/Low Format (Refer to page 29 ~ 30)Remove batteries. Put batteries in Recorder again andpower on. In case of same error message appears,please use Low Format (Refer to page 29 ~ 30).The erased file by using Low Format is not recovered.Indication in PC Contents Arrangement

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